City of Santa Clara, CA
Santa Clara, California, United States
Description The Position This announcement is for two (2) positions as described below: Department of Public Works The City of Santa Clara's Department of Public Works seeks a results-oriented and innovative engineer to serve out the Department's mission to provide the highest quality public works services to the residents of Santa Clara, the development community, and our customers in a responsible and efficient manner. The Department has focus areas that include Engineering Services and Operations and Maintenance. Engineering Services is comprised of five divisions: Administration, Traffic, Design, Land and Property Development, and Field Services. Operations and Maintenance include public roadways, parkways and boulevards, City trees, street sweeping, environmental programs, storm drain systems, fleet, solid and mixed waste/recyclables, and City facilities. For more information about the Department of Public Works please visit the department website . The Traffic Engineering Division provides traffic engineering (lead and support for the design and construction of both City and private development projects), traffic impact analysis reviews for private development projects and transportation projects, bicycle and pedestrian improvement planning, grant administration, and traffic signal maintenance and operation services for the City. The division receives and investigates resident/business inquiries related to street parking, traffic calming, intersection control (i.e., signals, warning beacons, regulatory signage, and crosswalks), and bicycling and pedestrian travel on public streets. The investigations may involve interaction with the residents, field review, traffic data collection, and evaluation of collected information with established city policies to prepare engineering recommendations for possible improvements. The division also focuses on multi-modal planning and implementation related explicitly to the goals and projects included with the City’s Bicycle Plan, Pedestrian Masterplan, and the City’s Complete Streets policy. Finally, this division coordinates with other agencies such as the Valley Transportation Authority, County of Santa Clara Roads and Airports, Caltrans, and the cities of San Jose, Cupertino, and Sunnyvale related to projects, programs, and grant opportunities. Experience in customer service, traffic design and construction, transportation planning, traffic control device operations, and project management and delivery is essential to success in this position. Under direct supervision of the Transportation Manager, the Senior Civil Engineer performs the following duties: Prepare and manage the preparation of preliminary, final design, and contract documents (plans, specifications, and cost estimates) Implementation of transportation plans and programs (i.e. Bicycle Master Plan, Pedestrian Master Plan, Complete Streets Policy, and Vision Zero); Conduct studies and analyses of traffic engineering projects or problems, and prepares technical reports; Coordinate engineering activities with other City departments and other public agencies in the transportation related matters; Track and manage project budgets; Manage operation of City traffic signals, intelligent transportation systems, and traffic control devices. Develop and review traffic signal timing parameters and coordination timing plans; Supervise, train, and support associate engineers; Check plans submitted by private engineers and other public agencies for compliance with City standards related to public transportation facilities and infrastructure; Prepare and administer grant funding applications and reports Conduct field and office work, Supports the City’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee; and Work with the public and consultants on various projects and transportation related inquiries. Water and Sewer Utilities De p artment Santa Clara Water & Sewer Utilities' mission is to provide customers a dependable supply of safe, potable water, environmentally-sound wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal. Furthermore, recycled water is offered for approved uses including irrigation and industrial processes, where available. Programs and services are designed and implemented with economic and environmental benefits in mind. For more information about the Water & Sewer Utilities Department, please visit the department website . The City of Santa Clara's Water and Sewer Utilities Department seeks an experienced Senior Civil Engineer with excellent project management skills; strong oral and written communication skills; and a proven track record of designing and delivering utility projects and administering consultant and construction contracts. The qualified candidate will have experience working in a team environment on major construction projects, including working collaboratively with contractors, technicians, utility operations staff, outside agency staff, and the public. The Senior Civil Engineer delivers projects with widely varied scopes, from small, customer-focused, residential projects, to large, high-profile capital improvements with City and Region-wide implications for the delivery of services well into the future. Under direct supervision, the Senior Civil Engineer performs the following duties: Perform high-level, fast paced engineering work relating to the permitting, design and construction of water, sewer, and other utilities projects within the City. Review proposed public and/or commercial utilities projects for compliance with City, County, State and Federal government construction and environmental standards, design criteria, rules and regulations. Be a part of a dynamic small team of engineering professionals, working on delivering projects in the Water, Sewer, and Recycled Water Utilities through their entire project life cycle, including research and design, plan review, construction, operation and maintenance. Assist the Principal Engineer in the planning, organizing and management of the work of the Utilities Engineering Division. Perform technical and administrative tasks and exercise a high degree of independent judgment and decision making in resolving problems. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED IN THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT. 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 $154,897.80 - $197,793.60. This position will be filled at or near the bottom of the salary range. 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 . The job posting for this position is continuous: 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 . Typical Duties Duties include, but are not limited to the following: Under general supervision: • Conduct studies and analyses of engineering projects or problems, and prepares technical reports on matters of public interest, including City infrastructure and transportation planning activities, public works maintenance programs, public works projects and other municipal or public facilities (e.g., storm drains and sanitary sewer systems, urban roadways, bridges, traffic and transportation system, and public buildings) • Prepare and manage the preparation of preliminary, final design, and contract documents (plans, specifications, and cost estimates) for a wide variety of municipal public works projects such as those described above • May assist with the department’s annual and five-year capital improvement budgets and the operating budget • Update the City Standard Specifications, Standard Details, and Design Criteria • Supervise the management and maintenance of engineering records and drawings • Prepare and administer grant funding applications and reports • Oversee inspection and testing of public works projects and Encroachment Permit projects • May manage the City’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Community Rating System (CRS) Program • May manage operation of City traffic signals and transportation systems • Provide construction management, construction contract administration, and consultant contract administration for public works projects • May prepare or review for adequacy work necessary to accomplish assessment districts • Check plans submitted by private engineers and other public agencies for compliance with City standards related to public facilities and infrastructure • Prepare and administer request for proposals and consultant contracts for various projects including, but not limited to, public works projects, public buildings, environmental issues and studies • Coordinate engineering activities with other City departments and other public agencies having interest in the public work • Prepare and supervise preparation of plans, maps, plats, land descriptions, charts, diagrams, specifications, and reports • Supervise and train other professional or paraprofessional engineering personnel • Direct and coordinate land surveying activities • Write, review and edit City Council agenda reports and engineering reports • Prepare and check subdivision maps, easement documents, and other title documents • Calculate and collect development fees • Manage the City’s Encroachment Permits Program • Review and write conditions of approval for proposed development • Provide technical information to other City departments and to the general public • Represent the Department in community, other public agency and professional meetings • Act as a Principal Engineer or Traffic Engineer in his/her absence • Perform other related duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Minimum Qualifications • A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from a college or university that is accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) • Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering office and field work performing professional level engineering work, and Possible Substitutions • A Master's Degree in any branch of Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one (1) year of experience LICENSES& CERTIFICATION • Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license is required at time of appointment and for duration of employment • Registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California is required at time of appointment and for duration of employment • Other licenses and certificates directly related to the Civil Engineering field (e.g. Geotechnical Engineer, Traffic Engineer, Structural Engineer, Land Surveyor, Qualified Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan Developer (QSD), Qualified Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan Practitioner (QSP))is desirable • Current city employees appointed to Senior Civil Engineer prior to September 1, 2015 are waived of the required Registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California OTHER REQUIRMENTS • Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment • May be required to work shifts, weekends, and odd and unusual hours in the performance of duties and emergency situations 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. Candidates must attain a passing score on the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview will be required prior to appointment. 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. 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. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: • Principles, practices, methods, and techniques of civil engineering as applied to the planning, design, construction, repair, maintenance, and operation of urban roadways, storm drain and sanitary sewer systems, bridges, traffic and transportation systems including, but not limited to land surveying, grading and drainage, hydraulics of open channel and pipe flow, highway engineering, traffic and transportation engineering, economic analysis, construction testing and inspection, strengths, properties and uses of material for public works projects, soil investigation, structural analysis, drafting, report writing, mapping, and project technical specification writing • Federal, State and local laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and policies pertaining to public works projects and transportation infrastructure operation • Approved construction and field safety standards, practices, and procedures related to public works projects • Hydrology • Transportation planning and traffic signal operation • Project and construction management • Consultant and construction contract administration • Means, methods, materials and equipment used in construction of public works projects • Project cost estimating and project plan preparation • Principles of supervision and training • Computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, project management software, scheduling tools, computer-aided design (CAD) with civil engineering modules and geographic information system (GIS)) • Environmental and safety practices, procedures and standards Ability to: • Comprehend, carry out and issue oral and written technical instructions; • Prepare, review, interpret and evaluate plans, specifications, cost estimates, proposals, land surveys and engineering reports for public works projects; • Read, interpret and apply laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and policies governing public works projects and transportation infrastructure operation • Maintain records, logs and databases • Prepare comprehensive engineering and administrative staff reports • Perform quantity take-off work from construction plans • Compile and analyze data, prepare reports and make recommendations • Make accurate mathematical calculations and engineering computations and drawings • Effectively communicate both orally and in writing • Prepare and make public presentations • Write clear, concise reports, using correct composition, English grammar and spelling • Supervise and train other professional or paraprofessional engineering personnel • Analyze facts and to exercise independent judgment • Grasp new ideas and concepts • Understand and use administrative and engineering computer applications and software (e.g., project management software, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word, computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) with civil engineering modules, and GIS) • Use drafting and survey instruments, and other engineering aids • Operate personal computer, plotter, and other standard office equipment • Interact, establish, and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including the public, other agencies and coworkers • Work in a team based environment to resolve problems, achieve common goals, and successfully deliver projects • Deal tactfully and courteously with others • Focus on the important matters, effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload and meet deadlines • Make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions • Bend, stoop, reach, carry, crawl, climb and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties City of Santa Clara Benefit Summary Overview for Bargaining Unit #4 Professional Engineers This summary provides a brief overview of the City of Santa Clara’s benefits available to Bargaining Unit #4 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: The City contributes up to 100% of the premium of the Kaiser (Region 1) plan for Employee Only and Employee + 1 Dependent plans, and up to 90% of the premium of the Kaiser (Region 1) plan of the Employee + 2 or More Dependents plan Employees electing health coverage with premiums above the City health contribution will pay additional premium costs from salary on a pre-tax basis No cash difference is paid if an employee elects a plan cheaper than the max City contribution To be eligible for the City’s contribution toward health, employees must be on a paid status for at least 80 hoursin the month prior to the month of coverage Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire Employees hired on or after 1/1/2024who 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 $50,000 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 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 Additionally, the City contributes $166.00 a month toward the 457(b) plan for employees in classifications not in SVP. The City contributes $330.00 a month toward the 457(b) plan for employees in classifications in SVP. This dollar amount will factor into the above mentioned IRS rules and limits 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 6 months 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 400 hours Once per year, employees can elect to convert up to 60 hours of accrued vacation to cash to be paid out thefollowing 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 32 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 Compensatory Time Off (CTO): Employees may accrue CTO in lieu of overtime hours up to a maximum of 240 hours 16 hours of PCTO 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 and an additional 32 hours of floating holiday for calendar year 2024 Personal Safety Equipment Reimbursement: Reimbursement up to $200/calendar year toward the purchase or repair of specified protective personal safety equipment (per MOU) Professional Registration: The City will pay cost of Professional Engineer registration fee. Employees eligible for $3,600 per year in premium pay for attaining and continued maintenance and possession of Professional Engineering Certification 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) Alternate Work Schedule: An employee, subject to the conditions of the employee’s job assignment, may propose an alternate work schedule as described in City Manager’s Directive #71. Proposal must be made to the Department Head through the immediate supervisor Resident Status: Engineers will be permitted to pay the “resident” rate rather than the non-resident rate for City programs andactivities so long as the employee’s sign-up or participation will not interfere with a resident’s access to or ability to participate in the applicable program or activity
Mar 27, 2024
Full Time
Description The Position This announcement is for two (2) positions as described below: Department of Public Works The City of Santa Clara's Department of Public Works seeks a results-oriented and innovative engineer to serve out the Department's mission to provide the highest quality public works services to the residents of Santa Clara, the development community, and our customers in a responsible and efficient manner. The Department has focus areas that include Engineering Services and Operations and Maintenance. Engineering Services is comprised of five divisions: Administration, Traffic, Design, Land and Property Development, and Field Services. Operations and Maintenance include public roadways, parkways and boulevards, City trees, street sweeping, environmental programs, storm drain systems, fleet, solid and mixed waste/recyclables, and City facilities. For more information about the Department of Public Works please visit the department website . The Traffic Engineering Division provides traffic engineering (lead and support for the design and construction of both City and private development projects), traffic impact analysis reviews for private development projects and transportation projects, bicycle and pedestrian improvement planning, grant administration, and traffic signal maintenance and operation services for the City. The division receives and investigates resident/business inquiries related to street parking, traffic calming, intersection control (i.e., signals, warning beacons, regulatory signage, and crosswalks), and bicycling and pedestrian travel on public streets. The investigations may involve interaction with the residents, field review, traffic data collection, and evaluation of collected information with established city policies to prepare engineering recommendations for possible improvements. The division also focuses on multi-modal planning and implementation related explicitly to the goals and projects included with the City’s Bicycle Plan, Pedestrian Masterplan, and the City’s Complete Streets policy. Finally, this division coordinates with other agencies such as the Valley Transportation Authority, County of Santa Clara Roads and Airports, Caltrans, and the cities of San Jose, Cupertino, and Sunnyvale related to projects, programs, and grant opportunities. Experience in customer service, traffic design and construction, transportation planning, traffic control device operations, and project management and delivery is essential to success in this position. Under direct supervision of the Transportation Manager, the Senior Civil Engineer performs the following duties: Prepare and manage the preparation of preliminary, final design, and contract documents (plans, specifications, and cost estimates) Implementation of transportation plans and programs (i.e. Bicycle Master Plan, Pedestrian Master Plan, Complete Streets Policy, and Vision Zero); Conduct studies and analyses of traffic engineering projects or problems, and prepares technical reports; Coordinate engineering activities with other City departments and other public agencies in the transportation related matters; Track and manage project budgets; Manage operation of City traffic signals, intelligent transportation systems, and traffic control devices. Develop and review traffic signal timing parameters and coordination timing plans; Supervise, train, and support associate engineers; Check plans submitted by private engineers and other public agencies for compliance with City standards related to public transportation facilities and infrastructure; Prepare and administer grant funding applications and reports Conduct field and office work, Supports the City’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee; and Work with the public and consultants on various projects and transportation related inquiries. Water and Sewer Utilities De p artment Santa Clara Water & Sewer Utilities' mission is to provide customers a dependable supply of safe, potable water, environmentally-sound wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal. Furthermore, recycled water is offered for approved uses including irrigation and industrial processes, where available. Programs and services are designed and implemented with economic and environmental benefits in mind. For more information about the Water & Sewer Utilities Department, please visit the department website . The City of Santa Clara's Water and Sewer Utilities Department seeks an experienced Senior Civil Engineer with excellent project management skills; strong oral and written communication skills; and a proven track record of designing and delivering utility projects and administering consultant and construction contracts. The qualified candidate will have experience working in a team environment on major construction projects, including working collaboratively with contractors, technicians, utility operations staff, outside agency staff, and the public. The Senior Civil Engineer delivers projects with widely varied scopes, from small, customer-focused, residential projects, to large, high-profile capital improvements with City and Region-wide implications for the delivery of services well into the future. Under direct supervision, the Senior Civil Engineer performs the following duties: Perform high-level, fast paced engineering work relating to the permitting, design and construction of water, sewer, and other utilities projects within the City. Review proposed public and/or commercial utilities projects for compliance with City, County, State and Federal government construction and environmental standards, design criteria, rules and regulations. Be a part of a dynamic small team of engineering professionals, working on delivering projects in the Water, Sewer, and Recycled Water Utilities through their entire project life cycle, including research and design, plan review, construction, operation and maintenance. Assist the Principal Engineer in the planning, organizing and management of the work of the Utilities Engineering Division. Perform technical and administrative tasks and exercise a high degree of independent judgment and decision making in resolving problems. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED IN THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT. 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 $154,897.80 - $197,793.60. This position will be filled at or near the bottom of the salary range. 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 . The job posting for this position is continuous: 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 . Typical Duties Duties include, but are not limited to the following: Under general supervision: • Conduct studies and analyses of engineering projects or problems, and prepares technical reports on matters of public interest, including City infrastructure and transportation planning activities, public works maintenance programs, public works projects and other municipal or public facilities (e.g., storm drains and sanitary sewer systems, urban roadways, bridges, traffic and transportation system, and public buildings) • Prepare and manage the preparation of preliminary, final design, and contract documents (plans, specifications, and cost estimates) for a wide variety of municipal public works projects such as those described above • May assist with the department’s annual and five-year capital improvement budgets and the operating budget • Update the City Standard Specifications, Standard Details, and Design Criteria • Supervise the management and maintenance of engineering records and drawings • Prepare and administer grant funding applications and reports • Oversee inspection and testing of public works projects and Encroachment Permit projects • May manage the City’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Community Rating System (CRS) Program • May manage operation of City traffic signals and transportation systems • Provide construction management, construction contract administration, and consultant contract administration for public works projects • May prepare or review for adequacy work necessary to accomplish assessment districts • Check plans submitted by private engineers and other public agencies for compliance with City standards related to public facilities and infrastructure • Prepare and administer request for proposals and consultant contracts for various projects including, but not limited to, public works projects, public buildings, environmental issues and studies • Coordinate engineering activities with other City departments and other public agencies having interest in the public work • Prepare and supervise preparation of plans, maps, plats, land descriptions, charts, diagrams, specifications, and reports • Supervise and train other professional or paraprofessional engineering personnel • Direct and coordinate land surveying activities • Write, review and edit City Council agenda reports and engineering reports • Prepare and check subdivision maps, easement documents, and other title documents • Calculate and collect development fees • Manage the City’s Encroachment Permits Program • Review and write conditions of approval for proposed development • Provide technical information to other City departments and to the general public • Represent the Department in community, other public agency and professional meetings • Act as a Principal Engineer or Traffic Engineer in his/her absence • Perform other related duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Minimum Qualifications • A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from a college or university that is accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) • Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering office and field work performing professional level engineering work, and Possible Substitutions • A Master's Degree in any branch of Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one (1) year of experience LICENSES& CERTIFICATION • Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license is required at time of appointment and for duration of employment • Registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California is required at time of appointment and for duration of employment • Other licenses and certificates directly related to the Civil Engineering field (e.g. Geotechnical Engineer, Traffic Engineer, Structural Engineer, Land Surveyor, Qualified Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan Developer (QSD), Qualified Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan Practitioner (QSP))is desirable • Current city employees appointed to Senior Civil Engineer prior to September 1, 2015 are waived of the required Registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California OTHER REQUIRMENTS • Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment • May be required to work shifts, weekends, and odd and unusual hours in the performance of duties and emergency situations 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. Candidates must attain a passing score on the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview will be required prior to appointment. 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. 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. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: • Principles, practices, methods, and techniques of civil engineering as applied to the planning, design, construction, repair, maintenance, and operation of urban roadways, storm drain and sanitary sewer systems, bridges, traffic and transportation systems including, but not limited to land surveying, grading and drainage, hydraulics of open channel and pipe flow, highway engineering, traffic and transportation engineering, economic analysis, construction testing and inspection, strengths, properties and uses of material for public works projects, soil investigation, structural analysis, drafting, report writing, mapping, and project technical specification writing • Federal, State and local laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and policies pertaining to public works projects and transportation infrastructure operation • Approved construction and field safety standards, practices, and procedures related to public works projects • Hydrology • Transportation planning and traffic signal operation • Project and construction management • Consultant and construction contract administration • Means, methods, materials and equipment used in construction of public works projects • Project cost estimating and project plan preparation • Principles of supervision and training • Computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, project management software, scheduling tools, computer-aided design (CAD) with civil engineering modules and geographic information system (GIS)) • Environmental and safety practices, procedures and standards Ability to: • Comprehend, carry out and issue oral and written technical instructions; • Prepare, review, interpret and evaluate plans, specifications, cost estimates, proposals, land surveys and engineering reports for public works projects; • Read, interpret and apply laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and policies governing public works projects and transportation infrastructure operation • Maintain records, logs and databases • Prepare comprehensive engineering and administrative staff reports • Perform quantity take-off work from construction plans • Compile and analyze data, prepare reports and make recommendations • Make accurate mathematical calculations and engineering computations and drawings • Effectively communicate both orally and in writing • Prepare and make public presentations • Write clear, concise reports, using correct composition, English grammar and spelling • Supervise and train other professional or paraprofessional engineering personnel • Analyze facts and to exercise independent judgment • Grasp new ideas and concepts • Understand and use administrative and engineering computer applications and software (e.g., project management software, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word, computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) with civil engineering modules, and GIS) • Use drafting and survey instruments, and other engineering aids • Operate personal computer, plotter, and other standard office equipment • Interact, establish, and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including the public, other agencies and coworkers • Work in a team based environment to resolve problems, achieve common goals, and successfully deliver projects • Deal tactfully and courteously with others • Focus on the important matters, effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload and meet deadlines • Make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions • Bend, stoop, reach, carry, crawl, climb and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties City of Santa Clara Benefit Summary Overview for Bargaining Unit #4 Professional Engineers This summary provides a brief overview of the City of Santa Clara’s benefits available to Bargaining Unit #4 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: The City contributes up to 100% of the premium of the Kaiser (Region 1) plan for Employee Only and Employee + 1 Dependent plans, and up to 90% of the premium of the Kaiser (Region 1) plan of the Employee + 2 or More Dependents plan Employees electing health coverage with premiums above the City health contribution will pay additional premium costs from salary on a pre-tax basis No cash difference is paid if an employee elects a plan cheaper than the max City contribution To be eligible for the City’s contribution toward health, employees must be on a paid status for at least 80 hoursin the month prior to the month of coverage Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire Employees hired on or after 1/1/2024who 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 $50,000 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 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 Additionally, the City contributes $166.00 a month toward the 457(b) plan for employees in classifications not in SVP. The City contributes $330.00 a month toward the 457(b) plan for employees in classifications in SVP. This dollar amount will factor into the above mentioned IRS rules and limits 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 6 months 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 400 hours Once per year, employees can elect to convert up to 60 hours of accrued vacation to cash to be paid out thefollowing 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 32 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 Compensatory Time Off (CTO): Employees may accrue CTO in lieu of overtime hours up to a maximum of 240 hours 16 hours of PCTO 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 and an additional 32 hours of floating holiday for calendar year 2024 Personal Safety Equipment Reimbursement: Reimbursement up to $200/calendar year toward the purchase or repair of specified protective personal safety equipment (per MOU) Professional Registration: The City will pay cost of Professional Engineer registration fee. Employees eligible for $3,600 per year in premium pay for attaining and continued maintenance and possession of Professional Engineering Certification 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) Alternate Work Schedule: An employee, subject to the conditions of the employee’s job assignment, may propose an alternate work schedule as described in City Manager’s Directive #71. Proposal must be made to the Department Head through the immediate supervisor Resident Status: Engineers will be permitted to pay the “resident” rate rather than the non-resident rate for City programs andactivities so long as the employee’s sign-up or participation will not interfere with a resident’s access to or ability to participate in the applicable program or activity
Introduction THIS IS A NEW ASSEMBLED EXAMINATION. The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year but can be extended. Applications must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Failure to submit the Application will result in disqualification. APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ONLINE. DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY The mission of Public Works is to enhance the quality of life for the people of Alameda County by providing a safe, well-maintained, and lasting public works infrastructure through accessible, responsive and effective services. Public services provided by the Alameda County Public Works Agency include flood and storm water pollution control, transportation planning and design, roadway and flood control maintenance and inspection, and construction and building inspections. The goals of the Agency are to keep roads safe and well maintained, provide the highest level of flood protection, provide service levels that optimize infrastructure life cycles, minimize deferred maintenance, ensure that development and construction adhere to applicable State and County rules, optimize disaster preparedness, response and recover, ensure that the Agency’s operations and services minimize negative impacts on the environment, and sustain and advance County and Agency programs through a vital business and administrative support system. For more information about the Alameda County Public Works Agency, please visit their website at www.acgov.org/pwa . THE POSITION Under general direction, to supervise the work of a transportation planning unit; to supervise and coordinate professional, paraprofessional, and other staff as may be assigned; and to perform other related duties. The class of Senior Transportation Planner is the first supervisory level in the Transportation Planning section of the Public Works Agency. The class is distinguished from the next higher one of Transportation Planning Manager in that the latter class has overall administrative responsibility for Transportation Planning activities within the Agency, while the former class is responsible for supervising one or more programs and the assigned staff of the section. The class of Senior Transportation Planner is further distinguished from the lower class of Associate Transportation Planner in that the latter class is assigned lead responsibility on a program, while the former class is considered a first-line supervisor over a number of programs. For more detailed information about the job classification, visit: SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PLANNER (#2089) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: The equivalent of one year of experience in the class of Associate Transportation Planner in the Alameda County classified service. (Non-classified includes District Attorney’s Office, Hospital Authority, and the Consolidated Courts.) OR II Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in transportation planning, civil or transportation engineering, public finance, business administration or public administration (possession of a master's degree in an appropriate discipline may substitute for one year of the required experience), AND Experience: The equivalent of four years of full-time experience in transportation planning. License: Possession of a valid California Motor Operator's License. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of: Principles of transportation planning and funding. Federal, State and Local laws and regulations pertaining to transportation. Interdisciplinary practices and trends affecting transportation planning and analysis. Travel projection processes using regional network systems, sketch planning methods, and sensitivity analysis. Transportation system measures of capacity, congestion, levels of service, and traffic engineering techniques. Statistical and computer modeling techniques. Legislative developments affecting transportation programs and funding. Local transportation needs and problems. Financial and budgetary analysis. Program planning techniques. Interrelationships between government agencies. Abilities: Conduct complex programs/projects in transportation planning and analysis. Analysis and problem solving. Planning and Organization. Decision making. Management control. Leadership. Budget analysis. Oral/Written communications. Flexibility. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS THE EXAMINATION WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING STEPS: A review of the applicants’ application to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidates’ final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. Candidates must attain a qualifying rating on each portion of this recruitment. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED EXAMINATION STEPS. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. For more information on the Civil Service Selection process, please visit the “What You Need to Know” section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION PLAN Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION PLAN Deadline for Filing: 5:00:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 4, 2024 Review of Minimum Qualifications: by week of June 10, 2024 Oral Examination: week of July 8, 2024 Department Selection Interview: Mid-Late August 2024 *The combined oral examination/hiring interview, in addition to establishing an eligibility list, may serve as the final selection interview for vacancies in this classification. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County’s Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statutes. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing. Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs. BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employees discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well-being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Management Paid Leave** Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Childcare Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. ** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @jobaps.com, acgov.org, Noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org and Noreply@jobaps.com as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the 'My applications' button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box Noreply@jobaps.com and Noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions, please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Erika Beams, Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services Division, County of Alameda Analyst Email Address Link: ERIKA.BEAMS@ACGOV.ORG | Phone: 510-272-6393 www.acgov.org/hrs DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Alameda County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment. Closing Date/Time: 6/4/2024 5:00:00 PM
May 11, 2024
Full Time
Introduction THIS IS A NEW ASSEMBLED EXAMINATION. The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year but can be extended. Applications must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Failure to submit the Application will result in disqualification. APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ONLINE. DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY The mission of Public Works is to enhance the quality of life for the people of Alameda County by providing a safe, well-maintained, and lasting public works infrastructure through accessible, responsive and effective services. Public services provided by the Alameda County Public Works Agency include flood and storm water pollution control, transportation planning and design, roadway and flood control maintenance and inspection, and construction and building inspections. The goals of the Agency are to keep roads safe and well maintained, provide the highest level of flood protection, provide service levels that optimize infrastructure life cycles, minimize deferred maintenance, ensure that development and construction adhere to applicable State and County rules, optimize disaster preparedness, response and recover, ensure that the Agency’s operations and services minimize negative impacts on the environment, and sustain and advance County and Agency programs through a vital business and administrative support system. For more information about the Alameda County Public Works Agency, please visit their website at www.acgov.org/pwa . THE POSITION Under general direction, to supervise the work of a transportation planning unit; to supervise and coordinate professional, paraprofessional, and other staff as may be assigned; and to perform other related duties. The class of Senior Transportation Planner is the first supervisory level in the Transportation Planning section of the Public Works Agency. The class is distinguished from the next higher one of Transportation Planning Manager in that the latter class has overall administrative responsibility for Transportation Planning activities within the Agency, while the former class is responsible for supervising one or more programs and the assigned staff of the section. The class of Senior Transportation Planner is further distinguished from the lower class of Associate Transportation Planner in that the latter class is assigned lead responsibility on a program, while the former class is considered a first-line supervisor over a number of programs. For more detailed information about the job classification, visit: SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PLANNER (#2089) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: The equivalent of one year of experience in the class of Associate Transportation Planner in the Alameda County classified service. (Non-classified includes District Attorney’s Office, Hospital Authority, and the Consolidated Courts.) OR II Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in transportation planning, civil or transportation engineering, public finance, business administration or public administration (possession of a master's degree in an appropriate discipline may substitute for one year of the required experience), AND Experience: The equivalent of four years of full-time experience in transportation planning. License: Possession of a valid California Motor Operator's License. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of: Principles of transportation planning and funding. Federal, State and Local laws and regulations pertaining to transportation. Interdisciplinary practices and trends affecting transportation planning and analysis. Travel projection processes using regional network systems, sketch planning methods, and sensitivity analysis. Transportation system measures of capacity, congestion, levels of service, and traffic engineering techniques. Statistical and computer modeling techniques. Legislative developments affecting transportation programs and funding. Local transportation needs and problems. Financial and budgetary analysis. Program planning techniques. Interrelationships between government agencies. Abilities: Conduct complex programs/projects in transportation planning and analysis. Analysis and problem solving. Planning and Organization. Decision making. Management control. Leadership. Budget analysis. Oral/Written communications. Flexibility. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS THE EXAMINATION WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING STEPS: A review of the applicants’ application to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidates’ final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. Candidates must attain a qualifying rating on each portion of this recruitment. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED EXAMINATION STEPS. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. For more information on the Civil Service Selection process, please visit the “What You Need to Know” section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION PLAN Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION PLAN Deadline for Filing: 5:00:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 4, 2024 Review of Minimum Qualifications: by week of June 10, 2024 Oral Examination: week of July 8, 2024 Department Selection Interview: Mid-Late August 2024 *The combined oral examination/hiring interview, in addition to establishing an eligibility list, may serve as the final selection interview for vacancies in this classification. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County’s Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statutes. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing. Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs. BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employees discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well-being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Management Paid Leave** Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Childcare Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. ** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @jobaps.com, acgov.org, Noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org and Noreply@jobaps.com as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the 'My applications' button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box Noreply@jobaps.com and Noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions, please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Erika Beams, Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services Division, County of Alameda Analyst Email Address Link: ERIKA.BEAMS@ACGOV.ORG | Phone: 510-272-6393 www.acgov.org/hrs DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Alameda County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment. Closing Date/Time: 6/4/2024 5:00:00 PM
SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION The Senior Engineer, State of Good Repair will be responsible for working closely with consultants and other staff in the delivery of Rehabilitation projects in Metrolink’s Project Delivery group. The Senior Engineer, State of Good Repair will be a Project Manager in-charge of delivering Metrolink’s portfolio of State of Good Repair projects which may include track, structures and Signal projects and will work with Metrolink’s Maintenance department to coordinate aspects of the projects that impact maintenance and operations. TO APPLY: This is a continuous recruitment. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the senior level of the Railroad Systems Engineer series. At this level, work may be performed under limited supervision or under limited direction. Incumbent possesses considerable latitude to accomplish tasks, which may include lead worker or supervisor duties. SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED Receives supervision from departmental management/supervisory level roles. No formal supervisory responsibilities; may lead the work of lower-level staff. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The primary responsibility for this role will be providing Project Management duties for Metrolink’s growing list of State of Good Repair projects. Provide oversight, coordination, and management of construction activities for State of Good Repair projects. Drive project schedules and provide communication to Program Management Office on status updates, cash flows, and accomplishments on a monthly basis. Monitor condition assessments with Agencies maintenance Contractor and program annual rehabilitation funds based on the condition of the infrastructure. Develop scopes of work for State of Good Repair projects during the project development phases. Practice excellent Project Management skills which will take the projects from initial grant funding all the way through Construction and Close-out. Prepare estimates of the probable cost of construction and maintenance activities using data from estimating tables, previous bids, production reports, or analysis of crew and equipment. Monitor expenditures during design and construction and prepare reports of cost to date for on-going work, projected cost at completion, and anticipated outlays over life of project. Maintain a culture of safety by participating in activities of safety committees, reviewing work plans for compliance with safe operating practices, making observations of work activities, and testing contractor employees for compliance with railroad rules. It is anticipated that this position will require 80% office work and 20% field work. Work on nights and weekends will be required in some circumstances. Perform other duties as required. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Construction Management), or a related field, four (4) additional years of applicable experience to the below requirements are required without an Engineering degree. A minimum of seven (7) years of work experience on transportation projects, with preference on railroad/transit projects on an operating railroad. A combination of training, with a minimum of an Associate Degree and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered when determining minimum qualifications. Advanced relevant coursework may also substitute for a portion of required experience. Valid Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record of no more than three moving violations and no DUI’s within the last three years. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of : Common forms and terms for construction contracts such as unit price, lump-sum, and design-build. General Project Management skills. Skilled in : Use of Microsoft Office. Primavera P6. Verbal and written communication. Time management and organization. Ability to : Learn Primavera P6. Multitask and manage multiple projects. Work on and around railroad right-of-way and construction sites. Work irregular hours, nights, and weekends when necessary. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Transition between a stationary position at a desk or work location and move about Metrolink facilities or other work site locations Operate tools to perform the duties of the position; such as computers, office equipment and work-related machinery Transport equipment or boxes up to 25lbs Exchange ideas by means of communication Visual acuity to detect, identify and observe employees or train movement and any barriers to movement when working on or near railroad tracks Hear and perceive the nature of sounds when working on or near railroad tracks Balance, ascend/descend, climb, kneel, stoop, bend, crouch or crawl within assigned working conditions and or locations Working Conditions Position requires work in a normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, or temperature. Work may also be conducted in outdoor environments, at construction sites, Railroad Track and Right-of-Way environments, and warehouse environments, with possible exposure to individuals who are hostile or irate, moving mechanical parts, and loud noises (85+ decibels, such as heavy trucks, construction, etc.) SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Selection Process: Following a review of resumes and/or applications, the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Eligible applicants will be notified of the exact time and place of assessments and interview. Candidates will be interviewed to determine their relative knowledge, skills and ability in job related areas. Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a reference check, including degree verification and criminal records check provided through SCRRA. Internal Candidates: Employees with active discipline as defined in the HR Policy No. 5.3 Positive Discipline Program and/or with performance that does not meet the standard for "meets expectations" as defined in the Performance Planning and Appraisal Process may be precluded from consideration and placement in the position. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the SCRRA will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The SCRRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/ADA MEDICAL: SCRRA offers a choice of twelve (12) health plan options provided through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). You may choose from up to ten (10) Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans and two (2) Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans. Some health plans are only available in certain counties and/or zip codes. You contribute 12.5 percent of the plan premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents. You may waive coverage if you are covered under another group health plan; you must provide proof. Once you waive coverage, you will only be allowed to enroll during Open Enrollment or within 60 days from the date on which your other coverage is no longer available (proof is required). If you elect to waive coverage, you will receive $300.00 per month taxable earnings, paid in two installments of $150 each on the first two paychecks of the month. A retiree or an employee who is a spouse, child, or any other eligible dependent of another SCRRA employee is not eligible for the opt out/cash in lieu credit if he/she is covered under a SCRRA health plan. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. DENTAL: SCRRA offers two dental options provided by Delta Dental. Under the DeltaCare (HMO) program, you must select a contract dentist within their network to perform your dental services. If you require treatment from a specialist, your contract dentist will handle the referral. Many services are covered at no cost to you. A co-payment applies for other services. The Delta Dental PPO plan allows you to visit a dentist of your choice, change dentists at any time, go to a dental specialist of your choice, receive dental care anywhere in the world, and save on out-of-pocket expenses when you visit a PPO network dental office. SCRRA pays the full premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents under both plans. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. VISION: SCRRA offers two (2) vision plans through Vision Service Plan (VSP), providing coverage for eye examinations, prescription eyewear and contact lenses through network providers. You have the option of seeing out-of-network providers, but full reimbursement is not guaranteed. VSP has contracted with many laser surgery facilities and doctors, offering you a discount on PRK and LASIK surgeries. If you enroll in the VSP Basic Plan, SCRRA pays the full premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents. If you enroll in the VSP Buy-up Plan, which offers enhanced vision benefits, you pay the difference between the cost of the Basic Plan and the Buy-up Plan. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) allow for the deferral of pre-tax dollars to be used for reimbursement of eligible medical and dependent care expenses. You can set aside up to $3,050 for health care expenses and $5,000 per family for dependent care expenses annually. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or a qualifying event. GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE: SCRRA provides for an amount equal to one (1) time your annual salary, rounded to the nearest $1,000, to a maximum of $200,000. Your life insurance benefit will reduce to 65% at age 65 and 55% at age 70. IRS regulations require that the portion of Group Term Life (“G.T.L.”) insurance benefits provided to you by SCRRA, which exceeds $50,000, be added to your Federal, State, and Medicare taxable earnings for W-2 reporting. This amount is reflected on your pay statements each pay period in the “Other Benefits and Information” section. In addition, SCRRA offers a voluntary plan, which may be purchased in increments of $10,000 to a maximum of $100,000 without evidence of insurability (initial enrollment period only) and up to 5 times your salary to a maximum of $500,000 with evidence of insurability. Dependent life options are also available. The voluntary plan is portable; you may retain it if you leave SCRRA and pay the premium. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT: SCRRA provides for an amount equal to one (1) time your annual salary, rounded to the nearest $1,000, up to a maximum of $200,000. Your AD&D insurance benefit will reduce to 65% at age 65 and 55% at age 70. In addition, SCRRA offers a voluntary plan, which may be purchased in increments of $10,000, subject to a maximum of the lesser of 5 times your annual salary or $500,000. Dependent AD&D options are also available. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. SHORT TERM DISABILITY: You are covered under the California State Disability Insurance (SDI) Program. Your maximum benefit amount is 52 times your weekly benefit amount or the total wages subject to SDI tax paid in your base period, whichever is less. Employees pay a mandatory contribution, through payroll deductions, for coverage under the SDI program. The contribution rate for 2023 is 0.9 percent of earnings. The SDI taxable wage limit is $153,164, with a maximum withholding of $1,378.48 per employee for calendar year 2023. LONG TERM DISABILITY : SCRRA provides for income replacement of 60 percent of monthly earnings subject to a maximum benefit of $7,500 per month up to age 65. To qualify, you must be on disability for 90 days. (Note: there is a pre-existing condition clause in this program.) Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. VOLUNTARY BENEFITS: SCRRA offers the following employee-paid voluntary benefits, provided by Aflac: Group Accident Insurance helps pay for out-of-pocket costs that arise from covered accidents, such as fractures, dislocations, and lacerations. Group Critical Illness Insurance helps pay for the expected and unexpected expenses that arise from diagnosis of a covered critical illness, such as cancer (internal or invasive), heart attack, stroke, end-stage renal failure or a major organ transplant. Group Hospital Indemnity Insurance helps pay for the out-of-pocket costs associated with a hospital stay, including benefits for hospital confinement, hospital admission, hospital intensive care and intermediate intensive care step-down unit. Group Short-Term Disability Insurance pays a monthly benefit directly to an employee who is off work due to an injury or illness for up to three (3) months after a seven (7) day waiting period. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. 9/80 ALTERNATIVE WORK SCHEDULE: SCRRA offers a 9/80 Alternative Work Schedule (AWS). During a 10-day work period, you work eight 9-hour days, one 8-hour day and have one day off. Your day off can be Monday, Wednesday, or Friday. Approval from your supervisor, chief and HR is required to participate in the 9/80 AWS program. TELECOMMUTING SCHEDULE: SCRRA offers employees the option to telecommute up to two (2) days per week. At the CEO’s discretion, the maximum number of days per week may be increased due to a natural disaster, pandemic, civil unrest, federal/state/local stay-at-home order, or other special circumstances. Approval from your supervisor, chief and HR is required to participate in the telecommuting program. Employees on a 9/80 schedule cannot telecommute. HOLIDAYS: SCRRA observes twelve (12) holidays a year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President’s Day, Cesar Chavez Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. PAID TIME OFF (PTO): SCRRA provides employees with Paid Time Off (PTO) for vacations, illnesses, injuries, medical/dental appointments, religious holidays, personal business, and emergencies as follows: 0-4 years of service - 25 days 5-6 years of service - 30 days 7th year of service - 32 days 8th year of service - 33 days 9th year of service - 34 days 10-14 years of service - 35 days 15-19 years of service - 38 days 20 or more years - 42 days At the CEO’s discretion, prior service at a public transportation or public agency, or rail transportation company may be counted towards an employee’s total service years to increase the employee’s PTO accrual rate. To be considered, Human Resources requires that a written request along with verification and confirmation of the years of service be provided prior to the start of employment with SCRRA. Human Resources will provide the final determination on behalf of the CEO. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP): SCRRA offers you and your immediate and dependent family members confidential counseling 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for family, personal, work-related and substance abuse issues through the EAP. You are entitled to a telephone session(s) with a trained EAP professional to assess the nature of the problem and provide a referral for additional assistance, if needed. Services also include three (3) face-to-face counseling sessions per family member per six (6) month period. HEALTH ADVOCACY SERVICES: SCRRA offers you and your eligible dependents free health advocacy services through Health Advocate. You are entitled to unlimited calls with trained professionals who can help you navigate the healthcare and insurance systems. RETIREMENT PLAN: The SCRRA contracts with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). You pay a 8.00 percent employee contribution and SCRRA pays an employer contribution, which varies each year. To be eligible for service retirement, you must be at least age 52 and have a minimum of five (5) years of CalPERS-credited service. Upon retirement you are entitled to a monthly retirement benefit based on your years of credited service, age, and average compensation during your last three (3) years of service (“final compensation”). The retirement formula for New Members is 2%@62, which means at age 62, you receive 2 percent of your final compensation for every year of service. Upon separation from employment with less than 5 years of credited service, you may request a refund of your employee contributions only, including interest, and end your membership with CalPERS, or leave it in your account and retain your service credit should you decide to work for another CalPERS-covered agency. If you are vested upon separation but do not retire, you may leave your contributions in your account until retirement or elect a refund. SOCIAL SECURITY: You do not participate in Social Security except for Medicare. You will contribute 1.45 percent of your pay to cover the hospital insurance portion of Medicare. *Additional Medicare Hospital Insurance Tax: As of January 1, 2013, employees are required to pay an additional 0.9 percent Medicare tax on earnings above $200,000 (for those who file an individual return) or $250,000 (for those who file a joint return). This additional hospital insurance tax is not reflected in the rate above. RETIREE MEDICAL: Unrepresented employees hired before 11/1/18*: You will be eligible for medical coverage when you retire if your separation date and retirement date are within 120 days of each other. SCRRA pays the same amount for retirees as it does for active employees, which is currently 87.5 percent of the applicable premium. Unrepresented employees hired on or after 11/1/18: You will be eligible for medical coverage when you retire if your separation date and retirement date are within 120 days of each other and you have a minimum of 10 years of credited CalPERS service, five of which must be performed at SCRRA. SCRRA pays a percentage of the state annuitant contribution rate** in accordance with the vesting schedule below: 10 Years of CalPERS Service - 50% 11 - 19 Years of CalPERS Service - 50%, plus 5% for each additional year of service 20+ Years of CalPERS Service - 100% *Once each year the employer may allow unrepresented employees hired before 11/1/18 the opportunity to individually elect to be subject to the vesting schedule. **The state annuitant contribution rates for 2023 are: $883 (Retiree Only); $1,699 (Retiree + 1 Dependent); $2,124 (Retiree + Family). DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN (457) : You are eligible to set aside a portion of your current income without paying taxes on that money until it is received later during retirement when taxes may be lower. In 2023, you can defer up to 100 percent of your gross compensation or $22,500 annually, whichever is less (“normal contribution limit”). You may make an additional $7,500 contribution to the plan if you are age 50 and older. If you are at least within three years of the age in which you are eligible to receive unreduced benefits under our CalPERS retirement plan, you may contribute up to double the normal contribution limit, or $45,000. TRANSPORTATION PASSES: You may use your employee badge for unlimited free access to all Metrolink lines and trains. Your badge cannot be used on connecting public transportation. However, if you commute to/from work on Metrolink on a regular basis and need to connect to other public transportation (e.g., Metro Red or Purple Line) you can be issued a Metrolink pass with the appropriate station pair, which will also give you access to connecting transportation. You are also eligible to receive a free transit pass to ride any greater Los Angeles area transit system other than Metrolink (such as, Metro, Foothill Transit, LADOT, and LOSSAN) for commuting purposes. The commuter transit pass has a value up to the monthly maximum tax-free transit pass amount established by the Internal Revenue Service ($300 in 2023). You are responsible for any transit fares above the IRS monthly cap. To receive this benefit, the SCRRA requires each employee to use public transportation to commute to and from work three (3) or more days per week. OTHER BENEFITS: Educational Assistance - SCRRA will reimburse an employee up to $1,000 per fiscal year for tuition, books and mandatory student fees for courses that are relevant to employment. No reimbursement is allowed for parking. Professional Memberships - SCRRA pays up to $300 per year for professional memberships. Credit Union Membership - SCRRA offers credit union services for employees and their family members, provided by Northrup Grumman Federal Credit Union. Jury Duty - SCRRA will continue an employee's salary during any non-voluntary jury service up to a maximum of ten (10) working days. Pregnancy Disability and Family and Medical Leaves - A leave of absence may be paid or unpaid and shall be granted in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, and SCRRA policy. Refer to the Human Resource Policies and Procedures Manual for more detailed information. Bereavement Leave - In the event of death in an employee’s immediate family, the agency grants up to three (3) working days, with pay, to handle family affairs and to attend the funeral. When an employee needs to travel outside the radius of the five (5) member agencies due to the death of an immediate family member, the Authority grants up to five (5) working days, with pay. Military Leave - Employees will be paid for the annually required active period. At the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer, and with Board notification, paid military leave may be granted beyond what is provided by the applicable state law. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION The Senior Engineer, State of Good Repair will be responsible for working closely with consultants and other staff in the delivery of Rehabilitation projects in Metrolink’s Project Delivery group. The Senior Engineer, State of Good Repair will be a Project Manager in-charge of delivering Metrolink’s portfolio of State of Good Repair projects which may include track, structures and Signal projects and will work with Metrolink’s Maintenance department to coordinate aspects of the projects that impact maintenance and operations. TO APPLY: This is a continuous recruitment. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the senior level of the Railroad Systems Engineer series. At this level, work may be performed under limited supervision or under limited direction. Incumbent possesses considerable latitude to accomplish tasks, which may include lead worker or supervisor duties. SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED Receives supervision from departmental management/supervisory level roles. No formal supervisory responsibilities; may lead the work of lower-level staff. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The primary responsibility for this role will be providing Project Management duties for Metrolink’s growing list of State of Good Repair projects. Provide oversight, coordination, and management of construction activities for State of Good Repair projects. Drive project schedules and provide communication to Program Management Office on status updates, cash flows, and accomplishments on a monthly basis. Monitor condition assessments with Agencies maintenance Contractor and program annual rehabilitation funds based on the condition of the infrastructure. Develop scopes of work for State of Good Repair projects during the project development phases. Practice excellent Project Management skills which will take the projects from initial grant funding all the way through Construction and Close-out. Prepare estimates of the probable cost of construction and maintenance activities using data from estimating tables, previous bids, production reports, or analysis of crew and equipment. Monitor expenditures during design and construction and prepare reports of cost to date for on-going work, projected cost at completion, and anticipated outlays over life of project. Maintain a culture of safety by participating in activities of safety committees, reviewing work plans for compliance with safe operating practices, making observations of work activities, and testing contractor employees for compliance with railroad rules. It is anticipated that this position will require 80% office work and 20% field work. Work on nights and weekends will be required in some circumstances. Perform other duties as required. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Construction Management), or a related field, four (4) additional years of applicable experience to the below requirements are required without an Engineering degree. A minimum of seven (7) years of work experience on transportation projects, with preference on railroad/transit projects on an operating railroad. A combination of training, with a minimum of an Associate Degree and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered when determining minimum qualifications. Advanced relevant coursework may also substitute for a portion of required experience. Valid Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record of no more than three moving violations and no DUI’s within the last three years. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of : Common forms and terms for construction contracts such as unit price, lump-sum, and design-build. General Project Management skills. Skilled in : Use of Microsoft Office. Primavera P6. Verbal and written communication. Time management and organization. Ability to : Learn Primavera P6. Multitask and manage multiple projects. Work on and around railroad right-of-way and construction sites. Work irregular hours, nights, and weekends when necessary. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Transition between a stationary position at a desk or work location and move about Metrolink facilities or other work site locations Operate tools to perform the duties of the position; such as computers, office equipment and work-related machinery Transport equipment or boxes up to 25lbs Exchange ideas by means of communication Visual acuity to detect, identify and observe employees or train movement and any barriers to movement when working on or near railroad tracks Hear and perceive the nature of sounds when working on or near railroad tracks Balance, ascend/descend, climb, kneel, stoop, bend, crouch or crawl within assigned working conditions and or locations Working Conditions Position requires work in a normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, or temperature. Work may also be conducted in outdoor environments, at construction sites, Railroad Track and Right-of-Way environments, and warehouse environments, with possible exposure to individuals who are hostile or irate, moving mechanical parts, and loud noises (85+ decibels, such as heavy trucks, construction, etc.) SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Selection Process: Following a review of resumes and/or applications, the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Eligible applicants will be notified of the exact time and place of assessments and interview. Candidates will be interviewed to determine their relative knowledge, skills and ability in job related areas. Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a reference check, including degree verification and criminal records check provided through SCRRA. Internal Candidates: Employees with active discipline as defined in the HR Policy No. 5.3 Positive Discipline Program and/or with performance that does not meet the standard for "meets expectations" as defined in the Performance Planning and Appraisal Process may be precluded from consideration and placement in the position. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the SCRRA will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The SCRRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/ADA MEDICAL: SCRRA offers a choice of twelve (12) health plan options provided through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). You may choose from up to ten (10) Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans and two (2) Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans. Some health plans are only available in certain counties and/or zip codes. You contribute 12.5 percent of the plan premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents. You may waive coverage if you are covered under another group health plan; you must provide proof. Once you waive coverage, you will only be allowed to enroll during Open Enrollment or within 60 days from the date on which your other coverage is no longer available (proof is required). If you elect to waive coverage, you will receive $300.00 per month taxable earnings, paid in two installments of $150 each on the first two paychecks of the month. A retiree or an employee who is a spouse, child, or any other eligible dependent of another SCRRA employee is not eligible for the opt out/cash in lieu credit if he/she is covered under a SCRRA health plan. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. DENTAL: SCRRA offers two dental options provided by Delta Dental. Under the DeltaCare (HMO) program, you must select a contract dentist within their network to perform your dental services. If you require treatment from a specialist, your contract dentist will handle the referral. Many services are covered at no cost to you. A co-payment applies for other services. The Delta Dental PPO plan allows you to visit a dentist of your choice, change dentists at any time, go to a dental specialist of your choice, receive dental care anywhere in the world, and save on out-of-pocket expenses when you visit a PPO network dental office. SCRRA pays the full premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents under both plans. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. VISION: SCRRA offers two (2) vision plans through Vision Service Plan (VSP), providing coverage for eye examinations, prescription eyewear and contact lenses through network providers. You have the option of seeing out-of-network providers, but full reimbursement is not guaranteed. VSP has contracted with many laser surgery facilities and doctors, offering you a discount on PRK and LASIK surgeries. If you enroll in the VSP Basic Plan, SCRRA pays the full premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents. If you enroll in the VSP Buy-up Plan, which offers enhanced vision benefits, you pay the difference between the cost of the Basic Plan and the Buy-up Plan. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) allow for the deferral of pre-tax dollars to be used for reimbursement of eligible medical and dependent care expenses. You can set aside up to $3,050 for health care expenses and $5,000 per family for dependent care expenses annually. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or a qualifying event. GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE: SCRRA provides for an amount equal to one (1) time your annual salary, rounded to the nearest $1,000, to a maximum of $200,000. Your life insurance benefit will reduce to 65% at age 65 and 55% at age 70. IRS regulations require that the portion of Group Term Life (“G.T.L.”) insurance benefits provided to you by SCRRA, which exceeds $50,000, be added to your Federal, State, and Medicare taxable earnings for W-2 reporting. This amount is reflected on your pay statements each pay period in the “Other Benefits and Information” section. In addition, SCRRA offers a voluntary plan, which may be purchased in increments of $10,000 to a maximum of $100,000 without evidence of insurability (initial enrollment period only) and up to 5 times your salary to a maximum of $500,000 with evidence of insurability. Dependent life options are also available. The voluntary plan is portable; you may retain it if you leave SCRRA and pay the premium. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT: SCRRA provides for an amount equal to one (1) time your annual salary, rounded to the nearest $1,000, up to a maximum of $200,000. Your AD&D insurance benefit will reduce to 65% at age 65 and 55% at age 70. In addition, SCRRA offers a voluntary plan, which may be purchased in increments of $10,000, subject to a maximum of the lesser of 5 times your annual salary or $500,000. Dependent AD&D options are also available. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. SHORT TERM DISABILITY: You are covered under the California State Disability Insurance (SDI) Program. Your maximum benefit amount is 52 times your weekly benefit amount or the total wages subject to SDI tax paid in your base period, whichever is less. Employees pay a mandatory contribution, through payroll deductions, for coverage under the SDI program. The contribution rate for 2023 is 0.9 percent of earnings. The SDI taxable wage limit is $153,164, with a maximum withholding of $1,378.48 per employee for calendar year 2023. LONG TERM DISABILITY : SCRRA provides for income replacement of 60 percent of monthly earnings subject to a maximum benefit of $7,500 per month up to age 65. To qualify, you must be on disability for 90 days. (Note: there is a pre-existing condition clause in this program.) Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. VOLUNTARY BENEFITS: SCRRA offers the following employee-paid voluntary benefits, provided by Aflac: Group Accident Insurance helps pay for out-of-pocket costs that arise from covered accidents, such as fractures, dislocations, and lacerations. Group Critical Illness Insurance helps pay for the expected and unexpected expenses that arise from diagnosis of a covered critical illness, such as cancer (internal or invasive), heart attack, stroke, end-stage renal failure or a major organ transplant. Group Hospital Indemnity Insurance helps pay for the out-of-pocket costs associated with a hospital stay, including benefits for hospital confinement, hospital admission, hospital intensive care and intermediate intensive care step-down unit. Group Short-Term Disability Insurance pays a monthly benefit directly to an employee who is off work due to an injury or illness for up to three (3) months after a seven (7) day waiting period. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. 9/80 ALTERNATIVE WORK SCHEDULE: SCRRA offers a 9/80 Alternative Work Schedule (AWS). During a 10-day work period, you work eight 9-hour days, one 8-hour day and have one day off. Your day off can be Monday, Wednesday, or Friday. Approval from your supervisor, chief and HR is required to participate in the 9/80 AWS program. TELECOMMUTING SCHEDULE: SCRRA offers employees the option to telecommute up to two (2) days per week. At the CEO’s discretion, the maximum number of days per week may be increased due to a natural disaster, pandemic, civil unrest, federal/state/local stay-at-home order, or other special circumstances. Approval from your supervisor, chief and HR is required to participate in the telecommuting program. Employees on a 9/80 schedule cannot telecommute. HOLIDAYS: SCRRA observes twelve (12) holidays a year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President’s Day, Cesar Chavez Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. PAID TIME OFF (PTO): SCRRA provides employees with Paid Time Off (PTO) for vacations, illnesses, injuries, medical/dental appointments, religious holidays, personal business, and emergencies as follows: 0-4 years of service - 25 days 5-6 years of service - 30 days 7th year of service - 32 days 8th year of service - 33 days 9th year of service - 34 days 10-14 years of service - 35 days 15-19 years of service - 38 days 20 or more years - 42 days At the CEO’s discretion, prior service at a public transportation or public agency, or rail transportation company may be counted towards an employee’s total service years to increase the employee’s PTO accrual rate. To be considered, Human Resources requires that a written request along with verification and confirmation of the years of service be provided prior to the start of employment with SCRRA. Human Resources will provide the final determination on behalf of the CEO. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP): SCRRA offers you and your immediate and dependent family members confidential counseling 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for family, personal, work-related and substance abuse issues through the EAP. You are entitled to a telephone session(s) with a trained EAP professional to assess the nature of the problem and provide a referral for additional assistance, if needed. Services also include three (3) face-to-face counseling sessions per family member per six (6) month period. HEALTH ADVOCACY SERVICES: SCRRA offers you and your eligible dependents free health advocacy services through Health Advocate. You are entitled to unlimited calls with trained professionals who can help you navigate the healthcare and insurance systems. RETIREMENT PLAN: The SCRRA contracts with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). You pay a 8.00 percent employee contribution and SCRRA pays an employer contribution, which varies each year. To be eligible for service retirement, you must be at least age 52 and have a minimum of five (5) years of CalPERS-credited service. Upon retirement you are entitled to a monthly retirement benefit based on your years of credited service, age, and average compensation during your last three (3) years of service (“final compensation”). The retirement formula for New Members is 2%@62, which means at age 62, you receive 2 percent of your final compensation for every year of service. Upon separation from employment with less than 5 years of credited service, you may request a refund of your employee contributions only, including interest, and end your membership with CalPERS, or leave it in your account and retain your service credit should you decide to work for another CalPERS-covered agency. If you are vested upon separation but do not retire, you may leave your contributions in your account until retirement or elect a refund. SOCIAL SECURITY: You do not participate in Social Security except for Medicare. You will contribute 1.45 percent of your pay to cover the hospital insurance portion of Medicare. *Additional Medicare Hospital Insurance Tax: As of January 1, 2013, employees are required to pay an additional 0.9 percent Medicare tax on earnings above $200,000 (for those who file an individual return) or $250,000 (for those who file a joint return). This additional hospital insurance tax is not reflected in the rate above. RETIREE MEDICAL: Unrepresented employees hired before 11/1/18*: You will be eligible for medical coverage when you retire if your separation date and retirement date are within 120 days of each other. SCRRA pays the same amount for retirees as it does for active employees, which is currently 87.5 percent of the applicable premium. Unrepresented employees hired on or after 11/1/18: You will be eligible for medical coverage when you retire if your separation date and retirement date are within 120 days of each other and you have a minimum of 10 years of credited CalPERS service, five of which must be performed at SCRRA. SCRRA pays a percentage of the state annuitant contribution rate** in accordance with the vesting schedule below: 10 Years of CalPERS Service - 50% 11 - 19 Years of CalPERS Service - 50%, plus 5% for each additional year of service 20+ Years of CalPERS Service - 100% *Once each year the employer may allow unrepresented employees hired before 11/1/18 the opportunity to individually elect to be subject to the vesting schedule. **The state annuitant contribution rates for 2023 are: $883 (Retiree Only); $1,699 (Retiree + 1 Dependent); $2,124 (Retiree + Family). DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN (457) : You are eligible to set aside a portion of your current income without paying taxes on that money until it is received later during retirement when taxes may be lower. In 2023, you can defer up to 100 percent of your gross compensation or $22,500 annually, whichever is less (“normal contribution limit”). You may make an additional $7,500 contribution to the plan if you are age 50 and older. If you are at least within three years of the age in which you are eligible to receive unreduced benefits under our CalPERS retirement plan, you may contribute up to double the normal contribution limit, or $45,000. TRANSPORTATION PASSES: You may use your employee badge for unlimited free access to all Metrolink lines and trains. Your badge cannot be used on connecting public transportation. However, if you commute to/from work on Metrolink on a regular basis and need to connect to other public transportation (e.g., Metro Red or Purple Line) you can be issued a Metrolink pass with the appropriate station pair, which will also give you access to connecting transportation. You are also eligible to receive a free transit pass to ride any greater Los Angeles area transit system other than Metrolink (such as, Metro, Foothill Transit, LADOT, and LOSSAN) for commuting purposes. The commuter transit pass has a value up to the monthly maximum tax-free transit pass amount established by the Internal Revenue Service ($300 in 2023). You are responsible for any transit fares above the IRS monthly cap. To receive this benefit, the SCRRA requires each employee to use public transportation to commute to and from work three (3) or more days per week. OTHER BENEFITS: Educational Assistance - SCRRA will reimburse an employee up to $1,000 per fiscal year for tuition, books and mandatory student fees for courses that are relevant to employment. No reimbursement is allowed for parking. Professional Memberships - SCRRA pays up to $300 per year for professional memberships. Credit Union Membership - SCRRA offers credit union services for employees and their family members, provided by Northrup Grumman Federal Credit Union. Jury Duty - SCRRA will continue an employee's salary during any non-voluntary jury service up to a maximum of ten (10) working days. Pregnancy Disability and Family and Medical Leaves - A leave of absence may be paid or unpaid and shall be granted in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, and SCRRA policy. Refer to the Human Resource Policies and Procedures Manual for more detailed information. Bereavement Leave - In the event of death in an employee’s immediate family, the agency grants up to three (3) working days, with pay, to handle family affairs and to attend the funeral. When an employee needs to travel outside the radius of the five (5) member agencies due to the death of an immediate family member, the Authority grants up to five (5) working days, with pay. Military Leave - Employees will be paid for the annually required active period. At the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer, and with Board notification, paid military leave may be granted beyond what is provided by the applicable state law. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
CITY OF VENTURA, CA
501 Poli Street, Ventura, California 93001, USA
THE POSITION Join Our Team as a Senior Transportation Engineer ! Are you passionate about making a positive impact on your community through innovative transportation solutions? The City of Ventura's Public Works Department is currently seeking dynamic individuals to apply for the position of Senior Transportation Engineer. As a key member of the Transportation and Parking Division, the Senior Transportation Engineer plays a crucial role in our Active Transportation and Mobility team. Reporting directly to the Transportation and Parking Division Manager, you will lead a talented team consisting of an Active Transportation Specialist, Engineering Technician, and the Traffic Operations Maintenance Crew. In this role, you will contribute to a diverse range of projects, programs, and initiatives, including the exciting Traffic Signal System Upgrade project, development and implementation of the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program, and the execution of the recently adopted Active Transportation Plan. Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping the future of transportation in Ventura. This is an exceptional opportunity to become an integral part of a well-established team of transportation professionals dedicated to serving the vibrant community of Ventura. If you are ready to take your career to new heights and make a difference in the transportation landscape, we encourage you to apply and be part of our journey towards creating a more sustainable and accessible city. Don't miss out on this chance to join us in building a brighter and more connected future for Ventura! Apply now and be a driving force in shaping the transportation initiatives that will positively impact our community. WHAT YOU’LL DO The Senior Transportation Engineer supervisors the Active Transportation and Mobility section of the Transportation and Parking Division of Public Works. This position is a working supervisor managing both assigned project workload and overseeing the project work completed by subordinate staff and consultants. This position will also be public facing representing the Active Transportation and Mobility section at public meetings within the community. The position directly oversees the successful delivery of a wide variety of projects, programs, and initiatives. This includes planning, pre-design, design, and construction phases for active transportation projects many of which are funded through Caltrans active transportation program grants. The incumbent will also be called upon to perform technical Traffic Engineering related duties such as traffic signal timing, speed surveys, warrant analyses, and review of development related traffic studies. As a registered professional engineer and/or traffic engineer, the Senior Transportation Engineer is responsible for in-house design work including work performed by subordinate staff. WHO YOU ARE The ideal candidate for this position will have: Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects while remaining conscientious of schedules and budgets. The ability to be team-oriented and work both cooperatively and collaboratively. Transportation Engineering experience in a municipal or county public works department. Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability and willingness to go out to a community setting to present transportation related topics. A dynamic leadership ability to effectively direct the work of staff, consultants, and contractors. Experience in the filed of Traffic Engineering Skill and experience in reviewing, editing, and providing useful feedback on work products including reports, plans and specifications prepared by subordinates and consultants. Ability to train, mentor, and develop the complete potential of subordinate team members. Utilize SharePoint, Synchro, Smartsheet, Microsoft Teams and other current technologies to manage projects, collaborate amongst team members, and complete assigned work. MORE INFORMATION For additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position, refer to the job descriptions located on the City’s Career Page at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs or by clicking here SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER ( with hyperlink to job bulletin ). SALARY AND BENEFITS The City offers a total compensation package that includes both a generous salary and other benefits! SALARY : $110,301.15 - $147,805.42 Annually DOQ BENEFITS: Refer to the benefits tab on the job posting for specific information on City benefits. HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete an online City Job Application and supplemental questionnaire. Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis. Open until filled. If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov . POSITION QUALIFICATIONS WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO QUALIFY A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, traffic or transportation engineering, or closely related field; and four years of professional civil engineering, traffic, or transportation engineering experience, which includes project management experience; and one year in a lead or supervisory capacity. Experience working in a public agency is highly desirable. License : Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver's license. Certificate : Registration as a Professional Civil or Traffic Engineer in the State of California is required at time of appointment. APPLICATION AND INTERVIEW PROCESS YOUR APPLICATION Submit an online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline or first review date at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs . It is important that your City job application show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess. Resumes, CVs and cover letters may be attached to your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application or supplemental questionnaire. Submitting an incomplete application or supplemental questionnaire, may disqualify you from further consideration in the recruitment process. DEADLINE TO APPLY : To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete an online City Job Application and supplemental questionnaire. Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis. Open until filled. APPLICATION REVIEW: All applications and supplemental questionnaires submitted will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. The Eligibility List established for this classification may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail: recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov. THE ORGANIZATION The City of Ventura operates under the Council/ Manager form of government under a charter adopted by voters in 1934, with an elected seven-member City Council. This full-service municipality is supported by 11 major City departments: City Manager, City Attorney, Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, Community Development, Parks & Recreation, Fire, Police, Public Works, and Ventura Water. The City’s Adopted FY 2023/2024 Operating and Capital budget totals approximately $428.8 million. The City Council and the City Manager are dedicated to the highest standards of integrity, public service, and innovative approaches to governing. To learn more about the City of Ventura, please visit www.cityofventura.ca.gov and view the FY2023-24 Adopted Budget. CITY OF VENTURA The City of Ventura is located just north of Los Angeles County and south of Santa Barbara County and is frequently considered one of America’s most desirable places to live. The City is a full-service municipality that was founded in 1782, incorporated in 1866, and serves nearly 110,000 residents within its 32 square miles. With nearly 700 employees, the City is dedicated to delivering key services to our businesses, residents, and visitors to ensure Ventura remains a fiscally stable, economically vibrant, safe, clean, and desirable community. Locals and visitors enjoy Ventura’s impressive park system that includes 32 parks and historic sites, and more than 800 acres of open green space. The City offers a remarkable year-round climate, friendly people, and a spectacular coastline. Ventura is an exciting location for a variety of outdoor activities such as biking, hiking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, sailing, surfing, whale watching and windsurfing. Other activities include the Channel Islands National Park, championship golf, world-class shopping, wine tours, and more. Learn more about the City of Ventura at www.CityofVentura.ca.gov DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION The City of Ventura values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the City derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in public service, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations, and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they’re counting on us. The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team! Employment Information: Right to Work : Before employment, candidates must submit documentation verifying their legal right to work in the United States. Background Check : A pre-employment verification of background, references, and medical examination will be conducted. A drug screening may be required for some positions. Applicants for positions using a City vehicle may be required to submit a DMV report. Probationary Period : Six months Deferred Compensation: The City contributes $168 per year to a 457 plan and will match $1,650 per year contributed by the employee, for a total benefit of $1,818 per year. Medical & Dental Insurance: Up to $665 monthly towards a selection of plans. Medical and dental insurance is effective the first of the second month after date of hire. Optional Benefits: $495 monthly, which may be applied toward medical insurance premiums. Cash-out option is not available. Vision Insurance: City paid coverage provided for employees and dependents. Vision insurance is effective the first of the second month after date of hire. Life Insurance: City paid term life insurance equal to the employee's annual salary, and dependent life insurance of $2,000 per dependent. Disability Insurance: City paid short and long-term disability coverage. Retirement: Tier I - 2% @ 55/Single Highest Year of Compensation for Classic CalPERS members who worked for the City prior to December 31, 2012 and are returning to City employment. Employees make a 7% member contribution, and may be subject to compensation limits per Section 401(a)(17) of the IRC. Tier II - 2% @ 60/3-Year Final Compensation Period for Classic CalPERS members with less than a six-month break in service from another CalPERS or CalPERS'-reciprocal agency. Employees make a 7% member contribution, and may be subject to compensation limits per Section 401(a)(17) of the IRC. Tier III - 2% at 62/3-Year Final Compensation Period for New CalPERS members. Employees make a 6.25% member contribution, and are subject to compensation limits per Government Code Section 7522.10. Additional details regarding the City's retirement plan will be provided to candidates during the job offer process. Social Security: CalPERS members do not participate in Social Security retirement so there is no payroll deduction. Receiving a CalPERS benefit may affect your Social Security upon retirement. For further information contact a Social Security office or www.socialsecurity.gov/form1945 . Medicare: Employees participate only in the Medicare portion of Social Security. There is a 1.45% payroll deduction for this benefit. Vacation: 2.5 weeks, increasing to 4 weeks per year, after 10 years service. Employees may use vacation after successful completion of probation. Personal Leave: 27 hours per calendar year. Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year. Winter Holiday Break: 18 hours of Winter Holiday time. City Hall closure December 25th to January 1st. Sick Leave: 96-hour bank upon employment and additional accruals of 2 hours semi-monthly after 6 months of employment. Tuition Reimbursement: $2,500 per year for tuition and books for courses taken at accredited institution after completion of probation. Student Loan Forgiveness: The City currently qualifies as an eligible employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Direct Deposit: Paychecks are automatically deposited to employee accounts. Flexible Workweek : A 9/80 workweek is available for some positions. Wellness Program : A comprehensive program is available, including on-site gym, exercise classes, downtown/beach-walking routes, weight loss, and tips on nutrition and healthy lifestyle. Professional Development: The City of Ventura is a LinkedIn Learning organization. LinkedIn Learning online classes are available with a library of more than 13,000 courses taught by real-world experts. Users can download certificates and customize learning paths that match their roles and competencies. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 30, 2024
Full Time
THE POSITION Join Our Team as a Senior Transportation Engineer ! Are you passionate about making a positive impact on your community through innovative transportation solutions? The City of Ventura's Public Works Department is currently seeking dynamic individuals to apply for the position of Senior Transportation Engineer. As a key member of the Transportation and Parking Division, the Senior Transportation Engineer plays a crucial role in our Active Transportation and Mobility team. Reporting directly to the Transportation and Parking Division Manager, you will lead a talented team consisting of an Active Transportation Specialist, Engineering Technician, and the Traffic Operations Maintenance Crew. In this role, you will contribute to a diverse range of projects, programs, and initiatives, including the exciting Traffic Signal System Upgrade project, development and implementation of the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program, and the execution of the recently adopted Active Transportation Plan. Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping the future of transportation in Ventura. This is an exceptional opportunity to become an integral part of a well-established team of transportation professionals dedicated to serving the vibrant community of Ventura. If you are ready to take your career to new heights and make a difference in the transportation landscape, we encourage you to apply and be part of our journey towards creating a more sustainable and accessible city. Don't miss out on this chance to join us in building a brighter and more connected future for Ventura! Apply now and be a driving force in shaping the transportation initiatives that will positively impact our community. WHAT YOU’LL DO The Senior Transportation Engineer supervisors the Active Transportation and Mobility section of the Transportation and Parking Division of Public Works. This position is a working supervisor managing both assigned project workload and overseeing the project work completed by subordinate staff and consultants. This position will also be public facing representing the Active Transportation and Mobility section at public meetings within the community. The position directly oversees the successful delivery of a wide variety of projects, programs, and initiatives. This includes planning, pre-design, design, and construction phases for active transportation projects many of which are funded through Caltrans active transportation program grants. The incumbent will also be called upon to perform technical Traffic Engineering related duties such as traffic signal timing, speed surveys, warrant analyses, and review of development related traffic studies. As a registered professional engineer and/or traffic engineer, the Senior Transportation Engineer is responsible for in-house design work including work performed by subordinate staff. WHO YOU ARE The ideal candidate for this position will have: Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects while remaining conscientious of schedules and budgets. The ability to be team-oriented and work both cooperatively and collaboratively. Transportation Engineering experience in a municipal or county public works department. Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability and willingness to go out to a community setting to present transportation related topics. A dynamic leadership ability to effectively direct the work of staff, consultants, and contractors. Experience in the filed of Traffic Engineering Skill and experience in reviewing, editing, and providing useful feedback on work products including reports, plans and specifications prepared by subordinates and consultants. Ability to train, mentor, and develop the complete potential of subordinate team members. Utilize SharePoint, Synchro, Smartsheet, Microsoft Teams and other current technologies to manage projects, collaborate amongst team members, and complete assigned work. MORE INFORMATION For additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position, refer to the job descriptions located on the City’s Career Page at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs or by clicking here SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER ( with hyperlink to job bulletin ). SALARY AND BENEFITS The City offers a total compensation package that includes both a generous salary and other benefits! SALARY : $110,301.15 - $147,805.42 Annually DOQ BENEFITS: Refer to the benefits tab on the job posting for specific information on City benefits. HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete an online City Job Application and supplemental questionnaire. Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis. Open until filled. If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov . POSITION QUALIFICATIONS WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO QUALIFY A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, traffic or transportation engineering, or closely related field; and four years of professional civil engineering, traffic, or transportation engineering experience, which includes project management experience; and one year in a lead or supervisory capacity. Experience working in a public agency is highly desirable. License : Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver's license. Certificate : Registration as a Professional Civil or Traffic Engineer in the State of California is required at time of appointment. APPLICATION AND INTERVIEW PROCESS YOUR APPLICATION Submit an online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline or first review date at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs . It is important that your City job application show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess. Resumes, CVs and cover letters may be attached to your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application or supplemental questionnaire. Submitting an incomplete application or supplemental questionnaire, may disqualify you from further consideration in the recruitment process. DEADLINE TO APPLY : To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete an online City Job Application and supplemental questionnaire. Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis. Open until filled. APPLICATION REVIEW: All applications and supplemental questionnaires submitted will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. The Eligibility List established for this classification may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail: recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov. THE ORGANIZATION The City of Ventura operates under the Council/ Manager form of government under a charter adopted by voters in 1934, with an elected seven-member City Council. This full-service municipality is supported by 11 major City departments: City Manager, City Attorney, Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, Community Development, Parks & Recreation, Fire, Police, Public Works, and Ventura Water. The City’s Adopted FY 2023/2024 Operating and Capital budget totals approximately $428.8 million. The City Council and the City Manager are dedicated to the highest standards of integrity, public service, and innovative approaches to governing. To learn more about the City of Ventura, please visit www.cityofventura.ca.gov and view the FY2023-24 Adopted Budget. CITY OF VENTURA The City of Ventura is located just north of Los Angeles County and south of Santa Barbara County and is frequently considered one of America’s most desirable places to live. The City is a full-service municipality that was founded in 1782, incorporated in 1866, and serves nearly 110,000 residents within its 32 square miles. With nearly 700 employees, the City is dedicated to delivering key services to our businesses, residents, and visitors to ensure Ventura remains a fiscally stable, economically vibrant, safe, clean, and desirable community. Locals and visitors enjoy Ventura’s impressive park system that includes 32 parks and historic sites, and more than 800 acres of open green space. The City offers a remarkable year-round climate, friendly people, and a spectacular coastline. Ventura is an exciting location for a variety of outdoor activities such as biking, hiking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, sailing, surfing, whale watching and windsurfing. Other activities include the Channel Islands National Park, championship golf, world-class shopping, wine tours, and more. Learn more about the City of Ventura at www.CityofVentura.ca.gov DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION The City of Ventura values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the City derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in public service, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations, and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they’re counting on us. The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team! Employment Information: Right to Work : Before employment, candidates must submit documentation verifying their legal right to work in the United States. Background Check : A pre-employment verification of background, references, and medical examination will be conducted. A drug screening may be required for some positions. Applicants for positions using a City vehicle may be required to submit a DMV report. Probationary Period : Six months Deferred Compensation: The City contributes $168 per year to a 457 plan and will match $1,650 per year contributed by the employee, for a total benefit of $1,818 per year. Medical & Dental Insurance: Up to $665 monthly towards a selection of plans. Medical and dental insurance is effective the first of the second month after date of hire. Optional Benefits: $495 monthly, which may be applied toward medical insurance premiums. Cash-out option is not available. Vision Insurance: City paid coverage provided for employees and dependents. Vision insurance is effective the first of the second month after date of hire. Life Insurance: City paid term life insurance equal to the employee's annual salary, and dependent life insurance of $2,000 per dependent. Disability Insurance: City paid short and long-term disability coverage. Retirement: Tier I - 2% @ 55/Single Highest Year of Compensation for Classic CalPERS members who worked for the City prior to December 31, 2012 and are returning to City employment. Employees make a 7% member contribution, and may be subject to compensation limits per Section 401(a)(17) of the IRC. Tier II - 2% @ 60/3-Year Final Compensation Period for Classic CalPERS members with less than a six-month break in service from another CalPERS or CalPERS'-reciprocal agency. Employees make a 7% member contribution, and may be subject to compensation limits per Section 401(a)(17) of the IRC. Tier III - 2% at 62/3-Year Final Compensation Period for New CalPERS members. Employees make a 6.25% member contribution, and are subject to compensation limits per Government Code Section 7522.10. Additional details regarding the City's retirement plan will be provided to candidates during the job offer process. Social Security: CalPERS members do not participate in Social Security retirement so there is no payroll deduction. Receiving a CalPERS benefit may affect your Social Security upon retirement. For further information contact a Social Security office or www.socialsecurity.gov/form1945 . Medicare: Employees participate only in the Medicare portion of Social Security. There is a 1.45% payroll deduction for this benefit. Vacation: 2.5 weeks, increasing to 4 weeks per year, after 10 years service. Employees may use vacation after successful completion of probation. Personal Leave: 27 hours per calendar year. Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year. Winter Holiday Break: 18 hours of Winter Holiday time. City Hall closure December 25th to January 1st. Sick Leave: 96-hour bank upon employment and additional accruals of 2 hours semi-monthly after 6 months of employment. Tuition Reimbursement: $2,500 per year for tuition and books for courses taken at accredited institution after completion of probation. Student Loan Forgiveness: The City currently qualifies as an eligible employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Direct Deposit: Paychecks are automatically deposited to employee accounts. Flexible Workweek : A 9/80 workweek is available for some positions. Wellness Program : A comprehensive program is available, including on-site gym, exercise classes, downtown/beach-walking routes, weight loss, and tips on nutrition and healthy lifestyle. Professional Development: The City of Ventura is a LinkedIn Learning organization. LinkedIn Learning online classes are available with a library of more than 13,000 courses taught by real-world experts. Users can download certificates and customize learning paths that match their roles and competencies. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
THE POSITION With supervisor approval, incumbents may be eligible for intermittent remote work; however, they must physically reside within the Sacramento region or have the ability to regularly report to a City of Sacramento physical worksite with little notice. This position will be part of the Engineering Services Division which is responsible for delivering complex capital improvement projects for new and infill transportation infrastructure throughout the City. This position will be responsible for leading professional and technical personnel in the design delivery of transportation and civil infrastructure capital improvement projects in the public right-of-way as stand alone, or as part of a larger transportation design projects. Responsibilities include but are not limited to developing and overseeing the project delivery and project development process for transportation and mobility infrastructure projects in the City right-of-way. This includes the development of feasibility studies, preliminary engineering/environmental documentation, preparation of plans, specifications and estimates, construction contract administration and oversight during construction of public works and capital improvement projects and programs. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate would have a considerable combination of experience managing project teams, contracts, transportation projects through the Caltrans Local Assistance project development process, as well as collaborate with public agency stakeholders and the public. The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication skills, with the adaptability to a variety of communication styles between elected officials, technical and non-technical colleagues, contractors, and the public. The ideal candidate should have a desire and openness to mentor staff in addition to be mentored by established colleagues within the City of Sacramento workforce of all backgrounds and job skills. Under general direction, the Senior Engineer participates in the conduct of complicated civil, structural, electrical, or mechanical engineering planning, design, construction, maintenance/operation, plan review, assessment, and regulatory activities; develops plans; inspects sites and assists in problem resolution; coordinates engineering related activities with other City departments and outside agencies; conducts engineering planning studies; conducts plan reviews; and prepares grant applications. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This advanced journey-level class is populated with multiple incumbents. Senior Engineers perform the most complex professional civil, structural, electrical, or mechanical engineering work requiring a substantial level of professional training. Incumbents may also lead professional and technical personnel on a team or project basis. Assignments require the exercise of independent judgment and initiative in scheduling, assigning, and coordinating work with that of other units, referring only unusual or highly-complex problems. Senior Engineer is distinguished from Supervising Engineer in that the latter manages broad professional engineering categories, such as electrical, mechanical, civil, structural, environmental, traffic, water, drainage, wastewater, or sanitation. The classification of Senior Engineer is distinguished from that of Associate Civil Engineer in that the former serves as project or team leader and performs the most complex and highly skilled engineering work while the latter is the journey level in the registered engineer series. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED General direction is provided by higher level licensed professional staff. Incumbents may oversee a project team consisting of professional and technical personnel staff assigned to a project. Responsibilities may include direct or technical supervision of lower level personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform related duties as needed: Develop plans and estimates work orders for the construction of public works and capital improvement projects and programs (including public buildings, transportation infrastructure, public spaces, and public services); inspects project sites; assists in solution of difficult engineering problems; interprets specifications and City policy; makes change orders. Participates in the selection and management of consultant engineers for the development of plans and specifications, studies and reports; reviews plans for construction prepared by private engineers. Provides direct supervision over lower level staff including assigning, directing, training, and evaluating subordinate staff; performs evaluations; and recommends discipline. Checks computations and specified materials for accuracy and conformance with regulations; reviews and makes recommendations on technical reports and studies. Initiates and conducts engineering planning studies to identify public works facilities; reviews and participates in the preparation of environmental assessments and studies; prepares project status reports; and checks private building plans for compliance with City building codes and ordinances. Serves as staff to a variety of City commissions, boards, and committees on various engineering matters; and coordinates engineering related activities with other City departments, divisions, and sections and with outside agencies. Develops and implements environmental regulatory programs; and analyzes water quality data and prepares regulatory reports as applicable. Prepares various applications for state and federal grants; assists in the preparation and administration of budget and capital improvement plans. Within City guidelines, recommends and selects contractors; oversees contractor work. Manages and/or participates in the preparation of complex engineering studies and reports related to public works and capital improvement projects. Provides structural plan review for the most complex development projects and confirms construction documents comply with all code requirements; evaluates alternate materials, design, and methods of construction requests; and establishes schedules and methods for planning, design, construction, rehabilitation, and operation/maintenance. Provides technical advice and assistance to City staff. Participates in budget preparation and administration; prepares cost estimates for budget recommendations; submits justifications for services, labor, materials and related resources for public works projects and/or programs; monitors and controls expenditures. Oversees, reviews, and participates in preparation of environmental assessments and studies related to City and private projects; meets with developers to discuss projects or to resolve design issues; and reviews new development plans. Prepares and presents information to City Council and various commissions. Performs other or related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Principles and practices of engineering. Modern methods and techniques used in the design and construction of a wide variety of engineering projects and programs. Modern developments, current literature, and sources of information regarding the assigned area of engineering. Applicable laws and regulations relevant to design and construction in the area of assignment. Methods, materials and techniques used in planning, design, construction, maintenance/operation, and rehabilitation of a variety of public works facilities and systems. Principles, methods, and practices of budgeting. Principles and practices of safety management. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances and regulations Principles of supervision and training. Skill in: Use of computers, computer applications, and software. Use of computer aided design systems. Ability to: Interpret and apply rules, regulations, laws, ordinances, and policies. Make complex engineering computations. Check, design, and supervise the construction of a wide variety of public and private facilities. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Use a variety of drafting and engineering apparatus. Oversee contractor work assignments or work projects. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Plan, assign, and supervise the work of a diverse staff in the accomplishment of engineering projects and programs. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Experience: Four years of professional-level engineer experience. Education: Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering discipline related to the area of assignment. PROOF OF EDUCATION Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License may be required at the time of appointment. For positions where ability to drive is not an essential function, the employee must be able to arrange reliable and timely transportation whether through use of a private vehicle, use of government vehicle (when available) or through other private or public transportation for attendance at essential off-site meetings, events, and trainings. Certification: Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a professional engineer in the State of California. PROOF OF CERTIFICATION Proof of the required certificate and/or license should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently , including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week ). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application . Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. Proof of certification and/or license should be submitted online with your application. Proof of certification and/or license will be required at time of appointment. 2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office by the final filing deadline ; Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. Possession of the minimum qualifications is not necessarily a guarantee for further advancement in the selection process. 3. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) - All applications received by the final filing deadline will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 4. Interview Process: Human Resources will forward applications to the hiring department. Those determined to be the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting . If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ; Send an email to? employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-572 6 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: 5/31/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
May 03, 2024
Full Time
THE POSITION With supervisor approval, incumbents may be eligible for intermittent remote work; however, they must physically reside within the Sacramento region or have the ability to regularly report to a City of Sacramento physical worksite with little notice. This position will be part of the Engineering Services Division which is responsible for delivering complex capital improvement projects for new and infill transportation infrastructure throughout the City. This position will be responsible for leading professional and technical personnel in the design delivery of transportation and civil infrastructure capital improvement projects in the public right-of-way as stand alone, or as part of a larger transportation design projects. Responsibilities include but are not limited to developing and overseeing the project delivery and project development process for transportation and mobility infrastructure projects in the City right-of-way. This includes the development of feasibility studies, preliminary engineering/environmental documentation, preparation of plans, specifications and estimates, construction contract administration and oversight during construction of public works and capital improvement projects and programs. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate would have a considerable combination of experience managing project teams, contracts, transportation projects through the Caltrans Local Assistance project development process, as well as collaborate with public agency stakeholders and the public. The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication skills, with the adaptability to a variety of communication styles between elected officials, technical and non-technical colleagues, contractors, and the public. The ideal candidate should have a desire and openness to mentor staff in addition to be mentored by established colleagues within the City of Sacramento workforce of all backgrounds and job skills. Under general direction, the Senior Engineer participates in the conduct of complicated civil, structural, electrical, or mechanical engineering planning, design, construction, maintenance/operation, plan review, assessment, and regulatory activities; develops plans; inspects sites and assists in problem resolution; coordinates engineering related activities with other City departments and outside agencies; conducts engineering planning studies; conducts plan reviews; and prepares grant applications. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This advanced journey-level class is populated with multiple incumbents. Senior Engineers perform the most complex professional civil, structural, electrical, or mechanical engineering work requiring a substantial level of professional training. Incumbents may also lead professional and technical personnel on a team or project basis. Assignments require the exercise of independent judgment and initiative in scheduling, assigning, and coordinating work with that of other units, referring only unusual or highly-complex problems. Senior Engineer is distinguished from Supervising Engineer in that the latter manages broad professional engineering categories, such as electrical, mechanical, civil, structural, environmental, traffic, water, drainage, wastewater, or sanitation. The classification of Senior Engineer is distinguished from that of Associate Civil Engineer in that the former serves as project or team leader and performs the most complex and highly skilled engineering work while the latter is the journey level in the registered engineer series. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED General direction is provided by higher level licensed professional staff. Incumbents may oversee a project team consisting of professional and technical personnel staff assigned to a project. Responsibilities may include direct or technical supervision of lower level personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform related duties as needed: Develop plans and estimates work orders for the construction of public works and capital improvement projects and programs (including public buildings, transportation infrastructure, public spaces, and public services); inspects project sites; assists in solution of difficult engineering problems; interprets specifications and City policy; makes change orders. Participates in the selection and management of consultant engineers for the development of plans and specifications, studies and reports; reviews plans for construction prepared by private engineers. Provides direct supervision over lower level staff including assigning, directing, training, and evaluating subordinate staff; performs evaluations; and recommends discipline. Checks computations and specified materials for accuracy and conformance with regulations; reviews and makes recommendations on technical reports and studies. Initiates and conducts engineering planning studies to identify public works facilities; reviews and participates in the preparation of environmental assessments and studies; prepares project status reports; and checks private building plans for compliance with City building codes and ordinances. Serves as staff to a variety of City commissions, boards, and committees on various engineering matters; and coordinates engineering related activities with other City departments, divisions, and sections and with outside agencies. Develops and implements environmental regulatory programs; and analyzes water quality data and prepares regulatory reports as applicable. Prepares various applications for state and federal grants; assists in the preparation and administration of budget and capital improvement plans. Within City guidelines, recommends and selects contractors; oversees contractor work. Manages and/or participates in the preparation of complex engineering studies and reports related to public works and capital improvement projects. Provides structural plan review for the most complex development projects and confirms construction documents comply with all code requirements; evaluates alternate materials, design, and methods of construction requests; and establishes schedules and methods for planning, design, construction, rehabilitation, and operation/maintenance. Provides technical advice and assistance to City staff. Participates in budget preparation and administration; prepares cost estimates for budget recommendations; submits justifications for services, labor, materials and related resources for public works projects and/or programs; monitors and controls expenditures. Oversees, reviews, and participates in preparation of environmental assessments and studies related to City and private projects; meets with developers to discuss projects or to resolve design issues; and reviews new development plans. Prepares and presents information to City Council and various commissions. Performs other or related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Principles and practices of engineering. Modern methods and techniques used in the design and construction of a wide variety of engineering projects and programs. Modern developments, current literature, and sources of information regarding the assigned area of engineering. Applicable laws and regulations relevant to design and construction in the area of assignment. Methods, materials and techniques used in planning, design, construction, maintenance/operation, and rehabilitation of a variety of public works facilities and systems. Principles, methods, and practices of budgeting. Principles and practices of safety management. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances and regulations Principles of supervision and training. Skill in: Use of computers, computer applications, and software. Use of computer aided design systems. Ability to: Interpret and apply rules, regulations, laws, ordinances, and policies. Make complex engineering computations. Check, design, and supervise the construction of a wide variety of public and private facilities. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Use a variety of drafting and engineering apparatus. Oversee contractor work assignments or work projects. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Plan, assign, and supervise the work of a diverse staff in the accomplishment of engineering projects and programs. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Experience: Four years of professional-level engineer experience. Education: Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering discipline related to the area of assignment. PROOF OF EDUCATION Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License may be required at the time of appointment. For positions where ability to drive is not an essential function, the employee must be able to arrange reliable and timely transportation whether through use of a private vehicle, use of government vehicle (when available) or through other private or public transportation for attendance at essential off-site meetings, events, and trainings. Certification: Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a professional engineer in the State of California. PROOF OF CERTIFICATION Proof of the required certificate and/or license should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently , including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week ). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application . Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. Proof of certification and/or license should be submitted online with your application. Proof of certification and/or license will be required at time of appointment. 2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office by the final filing deadline ; Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. Possession of the minimum qualifications is not necessarily a guarantee for further advancement in the selection process. 3. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) - All applications received by the final filing deadline will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 4. Interview Process: Human Resources will forward applications to the hiring department. Those determined to be the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting . If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ; Send an email to? employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-572 6 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: 5/31/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
PLACER COUNTY, CA
Auburn, California, United States
Introduction Living in Placer County from Placer County Video Portal Placer County is comprised of over 1,400 square miles of beautiful and diverse geography, ranging from the residential and commercial areas of South Placer, through the historic foothill areas of Auburn, Foresthill, and Colfax, and to the County's jewel of the North Lake Tahoe basin. Placer is a great place to live, work, play, and learn! For more information about Placer County, please visit www.placer.ca.gov . POSITION INFORMATION This classification is scheduled to receive a general wage increase of 4% in July 2024. *Tahoe Branch Assignment Premium: This position is eligible for salary plus up to an additional $1,000 per month Tahoe Branch Assignment Premium for employees who are permanently assigned to a position located in the North Lake Tahoe Area. BENEFITS Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department. Click here to view Placer Public Employees Organization (PPEO) benefits . For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer, please visit Placer County's Human Resources website. DEFINITION To coordinate driver training; to train Bus Drivers to required standards for operating buses in Placer County transit systems; to operate a bus in transporting passengers on Placer County transit systems; and to assist in transit system administration. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the advanced journey level class in the Bus Driver series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Bus Driver by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned including training of Bus Drivers. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Employees in this class provide direct supervision to Bus Drivers in terms of training of staff and directing day-to-day operations. This class is distinguished from the Transportation Supervisor in that the Senior Bus Driver does not conduct performance evaluations; recommend discipline or implement discipline procedures as directed. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from the Transportation Supervisor. Exercises direct supervision over Bus Drivers. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Plan and conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel training for new drivers; plan and conduct refresher and safety training for experienced drivers; document training provided in driver files. Acquire and maintain training and safety materials. Drive bus in the transportation of passengers on a fixed-route or request basis; maintain on-time service and safe operation; clean bus and perform routine bus maintenance as required. Perform communication and dispatch duties on a relief basis or when assigned. Maintain records and statistics and enter data in a computer. When assigned, count fare-box receipts; prepare and make bank deposits. When assigned, assist in maintenance of bus shelters, stops and the transit system office. When assigned, order and pick-up supplies. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 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: Two years of responsible journey level experience equivalent to a Bus Driver for one of the Placer County transit systems. Training: Successful completion of the experience requirement is proof of sufficient training for this class. Required License or Certificate: Possession of a valid Class A or B driver's license or the equivalent with passenger endorsements and no air brake restrictions. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. Possession of, or ability to obtain prior to completion of the probationary period, a Mass Transit Training Certificate issued by the Transportation Safety Institute or California Department of Education. Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a Verification of Transit Training (VTT) certificate issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles or the equivalent training to operate a public transit vehicle in passenger service prior to the completion of the probationary period. Possession of valid CPR and First Aid certificate is desirable. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Principles and practices of transit system operation. Principles and methods of training. Large vehicle operation and maintenance. Safety and emergency procedures. Principles of customer service. Transit-related laws and regulations. Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment. Ability to: Drive a bus and maintain the necessary licensing and physical standards. Train others through classroom presentations and behind-the-wheel instruction. On a continuous basis, know and understand bus driving activities and observe safety rules. Intermittently analyze driving conditions; identify safety hazards; and remember how to operate a bus. Intermittently sit while driving a bus; stand and walk while performing routine maintenance on a bus; regularly lift very heavy weight. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner. Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations. SELECTION PROCEDURE Training & Experience Rating (100%) Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant’s education, training, and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination (which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation), sign a constitutional oath, and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation (which may include a voice stress analysis and/or a polygraph), and/or be bonded. Additionally, positions in law enforcement classifications and those supporting law enforcement functions will be required to complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process. Applicants for positions with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification. Failure to clear these requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn. SUBSTITUTE LISTS The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be certified as a substitute list for a substantially similar classification. For this purpose, a substantially similar classification is one at a lower level in the same classification (example: entry level vs. journey level) and/or a similar classification (similar work performed, similar training and experience qualifications required). If you are contacted for an interview by a County department, you will be informed of the classification and other relevant information. If you choose not to interview for a substantially similar classification, you will remain on the eligible list for which you originally applied. EMPLOYEES OF OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES Placer County offers an expedited process for qualifying certain applicants for interviews. Candidates currently employed, or employed within the last year, by a public agency operating under a personnel civil service or merit system may be eligible to be placed on a Public Agency Eligible List and certified as eligible for appointment to a similar job assignment without going through the examination process. For more information on the Public Agency Eligible List, to download forms, or to apply, please click here . EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer, and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race (including traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, ancestry, religion (including creed and belief), national origin, citizenship, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decision making, political orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Conclusion For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Janine Martindale, Administrative Technician, at jmartind@placer.ca.gov or (530) 889-4083. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
Introduction Living in Placer County from Placer County Video Portal Placer County is comprised of over 1,400 square miles of beautiful and diverse geography, ranging from the residential and commercial areas of South Placer, through the historic foothill areas of Auburn, Foresthill, and Colfax, and to the County's jewel of the North Lake Tahoe basin. Placer is a great place to live, work, play, and learn! For more information about Placer County, please visit www.placer.ca.gov . POSITION INFORMATION This classification is scheduled to receive a general wage increase of 4% in July 2024. *Tahoe Branch Assignment Premium: This position is eligible for salary plus up to an additional $1,000 per month Tahoe Branch Assignment Premium for employees who are permanently assigned to a position located in the North Lake Tahoe Area. BENEFITS Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department. Click here to view Placer Public Employees Organization (PPEO) benefits . For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer, please visit Placer County's Human Resources website. DEFINITION To coordinate driver training; to train Bus Drivers to required standards for operating buses in Placer County transit systems; to operate a bus in transporting passengers on Placer County transit systems; and to assist in transit system administration. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the advanced journey level class in the Bus Driver series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Bus Driver by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned including training of Bus Drivers. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Employees in this class provide direct supervision to Bus Drivers in terms of training of staff and directing day-to-day operations. This class is distinguished from the Transportation Supervisor in that the Senior Bus Driver does not conduct performance evaluations; recommend discipline or implement discipline procedures as directed. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from the Transportation Supervisor. Exercises direct supervision over Bus Drivers. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Plan and conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel training for new drivers; plan and conduct refresher and safety training for experienced drivers; document training provided in driver files. Acquire and maintain training and safety materials. Drive bus in the transportation of passengers on a fixed-route or request basis; maintain on-time service and safe operation; clean bus and perform routine bus maintenance as required. Perform communication and dispatch duties on a relief basis or when assigned. Maintain records and statistics and enter data in a computer. When assigned, count fare-box receipts; prepare and make bank deposits. When assigned, assist in maintenance of bus shelters, stops and the transit system office. When assigned, order and pick-up supplies. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 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: Two years of responsible journey level experience equivalent to a Bus Driver for one of the Placer County transit systems. Training: Successful completion of the experience requirement is proof of sufficient training for this class. Required License or Certificate: Possession of a valid Class A or B driver's license or the equivalent with passenger endorsements and no air brake restrictions. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. Possession of, or ability to obtain prior to completion of the probationary period, a Mass Transit Training Certificate issued by the Transportation Safety Institute or California Department of Education. Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a Verification of Transit Training (VTT) certificate issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles or the equivalent training to operate a public transit vehicle in passenger service prior to the completion of the probationary period. Possession of valid CPR and First Aid certificate is desirable. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Principles and practices of transit system operation. Principles and methods of training. Large vehicle operation and maintenance. Safety and emergency procedures. Principles of customer service. Transit-related laws and regulations. Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment. Ability to: Drive a bus and maintain the necessary licensing and physical standards. Train others through classroom presentations and behind-the-wheel instruction. On a continuous basis, know and understand bus driving activities and observe safety rules. Intermittently analyze driving conditions; identify safety hazards; and remember how to operate a bus. Intermittently sit while driving a bus; stand and walk while performing routine maintenance on a bus; regularly lift very heavy weight. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner. Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations. SELECTION PROCEDURE Training & Experience Rating (100%) Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant’s education, training, and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination (which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation), sign a constitutional oath, and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation (which may include a voice stress analysis and/or a polygraph), and/or be bonded. Additionally, positions in law enforcement classifications and those supporting law enforcement functions will be required to complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process. Applicants for positions with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification. Failure to clear these requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn. SUBSTITUTE LISTS The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be certified as a substitute list for a substantially similar classification. For this purpose, a substantially similar classification is one at a lower level in the same classification (example: entry level vs. journey level) and/or a similar classification (similar work performed, similar training and experience qualifications required). If you are contacted for an interview by a County department, you will be informed of the classification and other relevant information. If you choose not to interview for a substantially similar classification, you will remain on the eligible list for which you originally applied. EMPLOYEES OF OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES Placer County offers an expedited process for qualifying certain applicants for interviews. Candidates currently employed, or employed within the last year, by a public agency operating under a personnel civil service or merit system may be eligible to be placed on a Public Agency Eligible List and certified as eligible for appointment to a similar job assignment without going through the examination process. For more information on the Public Agency Eligible List, to download forms, or to apply, please click here . EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer, and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race (including traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, ancestry, religion (including creed and belief), national origin, citizenship, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decision making, political orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Conclusion For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Janine Martindale, Administrative Technician, at jmartind@placer.ca.gov or (530) 889-4083. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
Description THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected, and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continue to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION The County of El Dorado , Department of Transportation is responsible for funding, designing, building, operating, and maintaining the County Road System. El Dorado County's Road System currently consists of approximately 1083 centerline miles of paved roadway, 76 bridges, a multitude of storm drainage systems, and related transportation facilities. ENGINEERING DIVISION The Engineering Division provides planning, design, and construction management services within the unincorporated area of El Dorado County. Responsibilities of the Division include: delivering capital projects from initial planning phases through design and construction and post-construction environmental monitoring. THE OPPORTUNITY The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to plan, organize and direct the activities of staff in the County's Right of Way Program. This individual will also be responsible for supervising assigned staff and directing the day-to-day activities for the program. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to: Plan, prioritize, organize, coordinate and assign the activities of staff in the Right of Way Program. Develop work standards, participate with management staff in the development of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures. Interpret laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to property appraisal, negotiation, and acquisition for transportation-related projects; review new legislation and regulatory requirements; make recommendations to management methods for ensuring that right of way projects are performed in accordance with such laws and regulations. Compile information for the Right of Way Program budget; research available program revenue and monitor expenditures. Supervise, plan, organize and coordinate the work of assigned professional, technical and office support staff. Participate in the hiring of assigned staff; train staff on appropriate policies and procedures; work with staff in developing professional goals and assist with the accomplishment of those goals. For a full description of duties and responsibilities please review the job description here . THE IDEAL CANDIDATE El Dorado County’s Department of Transportation is looking for an organized, self-starter with the ability to establish positive working relationships with the public, County staff and outside agencies. If you enjoy working with people and planning for the Department’s Capital Improvement Program projects, the Right of Way Supervisor position is for you. Committed to becoming a leader, strong communicator, and technical expert with right of way procedures and policies. A professional who can engage with property owners and provide explanation of County policies, plans, and interests affecting their properties in easy-to-understand language. Providing effective public presentations of technical, complex, and often controversial information and the ability to answer questions on the material being presented. Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following minimum qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education & Experience Requirements (typing "See Resume" in the application will not be accepted) Education and Experience: Where college degrees and/or college course credits are required, degrees and college units must be obtained from an accredited college or university. Courses from non-accredited institutions will not be evaluated for this requirement. Education: Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in real estate, business administration, public administration or closely related field, -AND- Experience: Two (2) years of experience at a level equivalent to the County's class of Associate Right of Way Agent, -OR- Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience involving major phases of the acquisition of rights of way, which included property appraisal, property sales, right of way acquisition, title examination, and right of way analysis, WITH at least two years of such experience in a supervisory or lead capacity. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis. Other Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must possess a Real Estate Broker's license, Real Estate Sales License, Certified General Appraiser's license, Certification for Real Estate Appraisers as issued by the Office of Real Estate Appraisers, or a Senior Right of Way designation from the International Right of Way Association at the time of appointment. Click here to view the Right of Way Supervisor minimum qualifications, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Apply online by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Jenny Thomas in Human Resources at jenny.thomas @ edcgov.us . Click Here to get tips for applying with the County. RECRUITMENT PROCESS The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process. Best Qualified Screening: A best qualified evaluation will be utilized to determine an applicant's ability to continue in the recruitment process and ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the responses to supplemental questions, the applicant's education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.The subject matter experts are not granted access to the candidate's application; therefore, responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough, detailed, and complete. For more information on the recruitment process, click here. Based on the hiring department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Right of Way Supervisor. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time, limited term and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer. If you are interested in the position of Right of Way Supervisor in the Department of Transportation, please submit your application. W e currently have the following vacancy: One (1) full-time vacancy in the Department of Transportation, Engineering Division located in Placerville, CA. Click Here for Frequently Asked Questions The County of El Dorado is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include drug testing; a positive test may result in the revocation of an employment offer. Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just: 40 miles to Downtown Sacramento 50 miles to Sacramento International Airport 129 miles to San Francisco Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County: Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports Skiing and Snowboarding Live Music and Music Festivals Local Craft Breweries and Wineries El Dorado County Fair Placerville Speedway Races Farm to Fork Restaurants Local Shopping Gems Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click here for more information. CHECK OUT OUR VIDEO TO LEARN MORE! The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs! For your Health and Well-Being: Medical Dental Vision Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Basic Life Insurance Long Term Disability (LTD) Discounts on gym memberships For your Financial Future: CalPERSRetirement Deferred Compensation (457) Plans Optional Life Insurance For your Work/Life Balance: Paid Holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accruals To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here . Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 13, 2024
Full Time
Description THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected, and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continue to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION The County of El Dorado , Department of Transportation is responsible for funding, designing, building, operating, and maintaining the County Road System. El Dorado County's Road System currently consists of approximately 1083 centerline miles of paved roadway, 76 bridges, a multitude of storm drainage systems, and related transportation facilities. ENGINEERING DIVISION The Engineering Division provides planning, design, and construction management services within the unincorporated area of El Dorado County. Responsibilities of the Division include: delivering capital projects from initial planning phases through design and construction and post-construction environmental monitoring. THE OPPORTUNITY The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to plan, organize and direct the activities of staff in the County's Right of Way Program. This individual will also be responsible for supervising assigned staff and directing the day-to-day activities for the program. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to: Plan, prioritize, organize, coordinate and assign the activities of staff in the Right of Way Program. Develop work standards, participate with management staff in the development of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures. Interpret laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to property appraisal, negotiation, and acquisition for transportation-related projects; review new legislation and regulatory requirements; make recommendations to management methods for ensuring that right of way projects are performed in accordance with such laws and regulations. Compile information for the Right of Way Program budget; research available program revenue and monitor expenditures. Supervise, plan, organize and coordinate the work of assigned professional, technical and office support staff. Participate in the hiring of assigned staff; train staff on appropriate policies and procedures; work with staff in developing professional goals and assist with the accomplishment of those goals. For a full description of duties and responsibilities please review the job description here . THE IDEAL CANDIDATE El Dorado County’s Department of Transportation is looking for an organized, self-starter with the ability to establish positive working relationships with the public, County staff and outside agencies. If you enjoy working with people and planning for the Department’s Capital Improvement Program projects, the Right of Way Supervisor position is for you. Committed to becoming a leader, strong communicator, and technical expert with right of way procedures and policies. A professional who can engage with property owners and provide explanation of County policies, plans, and interests affecting their properties in easy-to-understand language. Providing effective public presentations of technical, complex, and often controversial information and the ability to answer questions on the material being presented. Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following minimum qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education & Experience Requirements (typing "See Resume" in the application will not be accepted) Education and Experience: Where college degrees and/or college course credits are required, degrees and college units must be obtained from an accredited college or university. Courses from non-accredited institutions will not be evaluated for this requirement. Education: Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in real estate, business administration, public administration or closely related field, -AND- Experience: Two (2) years of experience at a level equivalent to the County's class of Associate Right of Way Agent, -OR- Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience involving major phases of the acquisition of rights of way, which included property appraisal, property sales, right of way acquisition, title examination, and right of way analysis, WITH at least two years of such experience in a supervisory or lead capacity. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis. Other Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must possess a Real Estate Broker's license, Real Estate Sales License, Certified General Appraiser's license, Certification for Real Estate Appraisers as issued by the Office of Real Estate Appraisers, or a Senior Right of Way designation from the International Right of Way Association at the time of appointment. Click here to view the Right of Way Supervisor minimum qualifications, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Apply online by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Jenny Thomas in Human Resources at jenny.thomas @ edcgov.us . Click Here to get tips for applying with the County. RECRUITMENT PROCESS The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process. Best Qualified Screening: A best qualified evaluation will be utilized to determine an applicant's ability to continue in the recruitment process and ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the responses to supplemental questions, the applicant's education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.The subject matter experts are not granted access to the candidate's application; therefore, responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough, detailed, and complete. For more information on the recruitment process, click here. Based on the hiring department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Right of Way Supervisor. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time, limited term and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer. If you are interested in the position of Right of Way Supervisor in the Department of Transportation, please submit your application. W e currently have the following vacancy: One (1) full-time vacancy in the Department of Transportation, Engineering Division located in Placerville, CA. Click Here for Frequently Asked Questions The County of El Dorado is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include drug testing; a positive test may result in the revocation of an employment offer. Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just: 40 miles to Downtown Sacramento 50 miles to Sacramento International Airport 129 miles to San Francisco Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County: Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports Skiing and Snowboarding Live Music and Music Festivals Local Craft Breweries and Wineries El Dorado County Fair Placerville Speedway Races Farm to Fork Restaurants Local Shopping Gems Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click here for more information. CHECK OUT OUR VIDEO TO LEARN MORE! The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs! For your Health and Well-Being: Medical Dental Vision Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Basic Life Insurance Long Term Disability (LTD) Discounts on gym memberships For your Financial Future: CalPERSRetirement Deferred Compensation (457) Plans Optional Life Insurance For your Work/Life Balance: Paid Holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accruals To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here . Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Department of Transportation (Caltrans) - Planning & Modal Program Management (PM²) Division
Sacramento County, California, United States
Job Description and Duties Under the direction of a Senior Transportation Electrical Engineer (Supervisor), the Transportation Engineer (Electrical) works in the Division of Research, Innovation & System Information (DRISI’s) Future Mobility Research Branch, developing research and implementation efforts in support of the Systems Management Sub Division of Traffic Operations; developing and implementing a comprehensive Artificial Intelligence (AI) integration strategy for the next-generation transportation monitoring and management system. The incumbent will work with the Office of System Development and System Metrics & Automation in overseeing research activities on the State Highway System to improve mobility and multi-modality for all users by managing research and pilot implementation efforts of emerging technologies; leveraging AI and data-driven technologies to enhance data collection, analysis, and decision-making processes, revolutionizing the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of California's transportation network. Eligibility for hire is determined by your score on the Transportation Engineer (Electrical) Exam. You must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. The Transportation Engineer (Electrical) Exam is located here at https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=0TR42 Candidates are required to review the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) for this classification. If you meet MQs under Pattern II and require the TE Electrical in-person written hurdle exam, DO NOT TAKE the TE Electrical online exam prior to passing the written hurdle. Candidates who take the TE Electrical online exam prior to passing the written hurdle may negatively impact their hiring eligibility. Please contact the exam unit at askexams@dot.ca.gov for additional information prior to taking the online examination. For clarification on the education requirement of the minimum qualifications, please reach out to the Human Resources Contact prior to taking the online Training and Experience Evaluation. For a list of ABET accredited schools, please refer to this link: Find Programs | ABET . Appointment to Range D requires a valid Professional Engineering License (Electrical) issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.” For all other ranges, a PE license is not required Apply today to join our team! We especially encourage applicants to check out our Caltrans Career Compass tool! The Caltrans Career Compass is a tool to assist and help candidates understand and succeed in applying to Caltrans positions. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Working Conditions Position located in Sacramento. The employee will work in a climate-controlled office under artificial light. Employees are occasionally required to travel for meetings. Occasionally, employees may participate in field data collection including set up or take down of research prototype equipment or crash testing operations. Since fieldwork could be required at any time of the year, the employee may be exposed to all potential California weather conditions. Since fieldwork could be at any location in the state, the employee may be exposed to all potential environmental conditions (i.e., dirt, dust, snow, noise, live traffic, uneven surfaces, poison oak, etc.). The employee must be aware of and comply with field safety procedures when working in the field. The employee will occasionally need to drive a vehicle while performing assigned functions. This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (ELECTRICAL) Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-428554 Position #(s): 913-155-3609-913 Working Title: Transportation Engineer Electrical Classification: TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (ELECTRICAL) $6,175.00 - $7,363.00 A $7,071.00 - $8,848.00 B $8,468.00 - $10,595.00 C $9,244.00 - $11,567.00 D # of Positions: Multiple Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information Caltrans Mission: Provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment Caltrans Vision: A brighter future for all through a world-class transportation network The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Caltrans is about celebrating diversity, valuing one another, and recognizing that Caltrans is strong not in spite of the diverse attributes of our workforce, but because of our diversity. Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov Frequently Asked Questions for an Applicant: http://dot.ca.gov/jobs/docs/faq-ct-applicants-081617.pdf Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity Special Requirements Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle. The position(s) require(s) a valid Professional Engineering License (Electrical) required for Range D appointment. Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted along with your state application. The SOQ is a discussion of how an applicant’s education, training, experience, and skills meet the criteria in the duty statement and qualifies the applicant for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. You must include specific examples addressing each of the evaluation criteria listed below. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered as your response to the SOQ. SOQ Instructions: The SOQ must not exceed two pages in length. Each evaluation criterion must be addressed separately and in order. 1) Explain how your experience makes you a good candidate for this position. 2) Describe an engineering challenge that you experienced, and the steps taken to investigate possible solutions. Why did you choose the final solution? 3) Describe your greatest professional achievement. 4) Describe a time you made a mistake or exhibited a weakness at work. How did you resolve it? Candidates that believe they meet the minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of their degree, transcripts, license, and/or certificate, along with the State application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Final Filing Date: 5/23/2024 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Department of Transportation Attn: Caltrans HR Contact Certification Services MS-90 P O Box 168036 Sacramento , CA 95816-8036 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Transportation Caltrans HR Contact Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS 1727 30th Street, MS 90 Sacramento , CA 95816 Closed on weekends and State Holidays. 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Statement of Qualifications - Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting. Benefits Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California. Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position. Human Resources Contact: Esther Prichard (916) 698-3618 Esther.Prichard@dot.ca.gov Hiring Unit Contact: Michaela Bayless (916) 532-5446 Michaela.Bayless@dot.ca.gov Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office. EEO Contact: Caltrans EEO Office (844) 368-3367 Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Important Applications Instructions The STD. 678 is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, you are required to include the Job Control (JC-428554), PARF #65-4-092 and title of the position Transportation Engineer (Electrical) on the State application (STD. 678) form. Electronic applications through your Cal Career Account are highly recommended. Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your degree/transcripts or LICENSE/CERTIFICATE along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Survey: Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HMQ7LDR https://youtu.be/oC9wIp8QalI Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants. Closing Date/Time: 5/23/2024
May 17, 2024
Full Time
Job Description and Duties Under the direction of a Senior Transportation Electrical Engineer (Supervisor), the Transportation Engineer (Electrical) works in the Division of Research, Innovation & System Information (DRISI’s) Future Mobility Research Branch, developing research and implementation efforts in support of the Systems Management Sub Division of Traffic Operations; developing and implementing a comprehensive Artificial Intelligence (AI) integration strategy for the next-generation transportation monitoring and management system. The incumbent will work with the Office of System Development and System Metrics & Automation in overseeing research activities on the State Highway System to improve mobility and multi-modality for all users by managing research and pilot implementation efforts of emerging technologies; leveraging AI and data-driven technologies to enhance data collection, analysis, and decision-making processes, revolutionizing the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of California's transportation network. Eligibility for hire is determined by your score on the Transportation Engineer (Electrical) Exam. You must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. The Transportation Engineer (Electrical) Exam is located here at https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=0TR42 Candidates are required to review the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) for this classification. If you meet MQs under Pattern II and require the TE Electrical in-person written hurdle exam, DO NOT TAKE the TE Electrical online exam prior to passing the written hurdle. Candidates who take the TE Electrical online exam prior to passing the written hurdle may negatively impact their hiring eligibility. Please contact the exam unit at askexams@dot.ca.gov for additional information prior to taking the online examination. For clarification on the education requirement of the minimum qualifications, please reach out to the Human Resources Contact prior to taking the online Training and Experience Evaluation. For a list of ABET accredited schools, please refer to this link: Find Programs | ABET . Appointment to Range D requires a valid Professional Engineering License (Electrical) issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.” For all other ranges, a PE license is not required Apply today to join our team! We especially encourage applicants to check out our Caltrans Career Compass tool! The Caltrans Career Compass is a tool to assist and help candidates understand and succeed in applying to Caltrans positions. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Working Conditions Position located in Sacramento. The employee will work in a climate-controlled office under artificial light. Employees are occasionally required to travel for meetings. Occasionally, employees may participate in field data collection including set up or take down of research prototype equipment or crash testing operations. Since fieldwork could be required at any time of the year, the employee may be exposed to all potential California weather conditions. Since fieldwork could be at any location in the state, the employee may be exposed to all potential environmental conditions (i.e., dirt, dust, snow, noise, live traffic, uneven surfaces, poison oak, etc.). The employee must be aware of and comply with field safety procedures when working in the field. The employee will occasionally need to drive a vehicle while performing assigned functions. This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (ELECTRICAL) Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-428554 Position #(s): 913-155-3609-913 Working Title: Transportation Engineer Electrical Classification: TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (ELECTRICAL) $6,175.00 - $7,363.00 A $7,071.00 - $8,848.00 B $8,468.00 - $10,595.00 C $9,244.00 - $11,567.00 D # of Positions: Multiple Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information Caltrans Mission: Provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment Caltrans Vision: A brighter future for all through a world-class transportation network The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Caltrans is about celebrating diversity, valuing one another, and recognizing that Caltrans is strong not in spite of the diverse attributes of our workforce, but because of our diversity. Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov Frequently Asked Questions for an Applicant: http://dot.ca.gov/jobs/docs/faq-ct-applicants-081617.pdf Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity Special Requirements Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle. The position(s) require(s) a valid Professional Engineering License (Electrical) required for Range D appointment. Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted along with your state application. The SOQ is a discussion of how an applicant’s education, training, experience, and skills meet the criteria in the duty statement and qualifies the applicant for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. You must include specific examples addressing each of the evaluation criteria listed below. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered as your response to the SOQ. SOQ Instructions: The SOQ must not exceed two pages in length. Each evaluation criterion must be addressed separately and in order. 1) Explain how your experience makes you a good candidate for this position. 2) Describe an engineering challenge that you experienced, and the steps taken to investigate possible solutions. Why did you choose the final solution? 3) Describe your greatest professional achievement. 4) Describe a time you made a mistake or exhibited a weakness at work. How did you resolve it? Candidates that believe they meet the minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of their degree, transcripts, license, and/or certificate, along with the State application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Final Filing Date: 5/23/2024 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Department of Transportation Attn: Caltrans HR Contact Certification Services MS-90 P O Box 168036 Sacramento , CA 95816-8036 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Transportation Caltrans HR Contact Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS 1727 30th Street, MS 90 Sacramento , CA 95816 Closed on weekends and State Holidays. 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Statement of Qualifications - Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting. Benefits Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California. Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position. Human Resources Contact: Esther Prichard (916) 698-3618 Esther.Prichard@dot.ca.gov Hiring Unit Contact: Michaela Bayless (916) 532-5446 Michaela.Bayless@dot.ca.gov Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office. EEO Contact: Caltrans EEO Office (844) 368-3367 Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Important Applications Instructions The STD. 678 is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, you are required to include the Job Control (JC-428554), PARF #65-4-092 and title of the position Transportation Engineer (Electrical) on the State application (STD. 678) form. Electronic applications through your Cal Career Account are highly recommended. Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your degree/transcripts or LICENSE/CERTIFICATE along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Survey: Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HMQ7LDR https://youtu.be/oC9wIp8QalI Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants. Closing Date/Time: 5/23/2024
City of Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
THE POSITION THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Application cut - off dates are weekly, every Monday. With supervisor approval, incumbents may be eligible for intermittent remote work; however, they must physically reside within the Sacramento region or have the ability to regularly report to a City of Sacramento physical worksite with little notice. THE POSITION The City of Sacramento is seeking an experienced, licensed Electrical Engineer, with extensive building and facilities power and lighting design to support the Architectural and Engineering (A&E) section in the Division of Facilities and Real Property, Department of Public Works. The A&E section provides support for the maintenance of existing buildings and the construction of new buildings. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate will have experience designing electrical systems for a large variety of building types. Experience with police facilities, fire stations, and commercial office buildings is a plus. The ideal candidate will be able to collaborate with mechanical, structural, architectural consultants, and contractors. Technical writing skills and a strong understanding of construction are also desired. Under general direction, the Senior Engineer participates in the conduct of complicated civil, structural, electrical, or mechanical engineering planning, design, construction, maintenance/operation, plan review, assessment, and regulatory activities; develops plans; inspects sites and assists in problem resolution; coordinates engineering related activities with other City departments and outside agencies; conducts engineering planning studies; conducts plan reviews; and prepares grant applications. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This advanced journey-level class is populated with multiple incumbents. Senior Engineers perform the most complex professional civil, structural, electrical, or mechanical engineering work requiring a substantial level of professional training. Incumbents may also lead professional and technical personnel on a team or project basis. Assignments require the exercise of independent judgment and initiative in scheduling, assigning, and coordinating work with that of other units, referring only unusual or highly-complex problems. Senior Engineer is distinguished from Supervising Engineer in that the latter manages broad professional engineering categories, such as electrical, mechanical, civil, structural, environmental, traffic, water, drainage, wastewater, or sanitation. The classification of Senior Engineer is distinguished from that of Associate Civil Engineer in that the former serves as project or team leader and performs the most complex and highly skilled engineering work while the latter is the journey level in the registered engineer series. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED General direction is provided by higher level licensed professional staff. Incumbents may oversee a project team consisting of professional and technical personnel staff assigned to a project. Responsibilities may include direct or technical supervision of lower level personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform related duties as needed: Develop plans and estimates work orders for the construction of public works and capital improvement projects and programs (including public buildings, transportation infrastructure, public spaces, and public services); inspects project sites; assists in solution of difficult engineering problems; interprets specifications and City policy; makes change orders. Participates in the selection and management of consultant engineers for the development of plans and specifications, studies and reports; reviews plans for construction prepared by private engineers. Provides direct supervision over lower level staff including assigning, directing, training, and evaluating subordinate staff; performs evaluations; and recommends discipline. Checks computations and specified materials for accuracy and conformance with regulations; reviews and makes recommendations on technical reports and studies. Initiates and conducts engineering planning studies to identify public works facilities; reviews and participates in the preparation of environmental assessments and studies; prepares project status reports; and checks private building plans for compliance with City building codes and ordinances. Serves as staff to a variety of City commissions, boards, and committees on various engineering matters; and coordinates engineering related activities with other City departments, divisions, and sections and with outside agencies. Develops and implements environmental regulatory programs; and analyzes water quality data and prepares regulatory reports as applicable. Prepares various applications for state and federal grants; assists in the preparation and administration of budget and capital improvement plans. Within City guidelines, recommends and selects contractors; oversees contractor work. Manages and/or participates in the preparation of complex engineering studies and reports related to public works and capital improvement projects. Provides structural plan review for the most complex development projects and confirms construction documents comply with all code requirements; evaluates alternate materials, design, and methods of construction requests; and establishes schedules and methods for planning, design, construction, rehabilitation, and operation/maintenance. Provides technical advice and assistance to City staff. Participates in budget preparation and administration; prepares cost estimates for budget recommendations; submits justifications for services, labor, materials and related resources for public works projects and/or programs; monitors and controls expenditures. Oversees, reviews, and participates in preparation of environmental assessments and studies related to City and private projects; meets with developers to discuss projects or to resolve design issues; and reviews new development plans. Prepares and presents information to City Council and various commissions. Performs other or related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Principles and practices of engineering. Modern methods and techniques used in the design and construction of a wide variety of engineering projects and programs. Modern developments, current literature, and sources of information regarding the assigned area of engineering. Applicable laws and regulations relevant to design and construction in the area of assignment. Methods, materials and techniques used in planning, design, construction, maintenance/operation, and rehabilitation of a variety of public works facilities and systems. Principles, methods, and practices of budgeting. Principles and practices of safety management. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances and regulations Principles of supervision and training. Skill in: Use of computers, computer applications, and software. Use of computer aided design systems. Ability to: Interpret and apply rules, regulations, laws, ordinances, and policies. Make complex engineering computations. Check, design, and supervise the construction of a wide variety of public and private facilities. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Use a variety of drafting and engineering apparatus. Oversee contractor work assignments or work projects. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Plan, assign, and supervise the work of a diverse staff in the accomplishment of engineering projects and programs. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Experience: Four years of professional-level engineer experience. Education: Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering discipline related to the area of assignment. PROOF OF EDUCATION Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License may be required at the time of appointment. For positions where ability to drive is not an essential function, the employee must be able to arrange reliable and timely transportation whether through use of a private vehicle, use of government vehicle (when available) or through other private or public transportation for attendance at essential off-site meetings, events, and trainings. Certification: Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a professional engineer in the State of California. PROOF OF CERTIFICATION Proof of the required certificate and/or license should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently , including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application for further consideration by the next posted cut - off date ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week ). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. Proof of certification and/or license should be submitted online with your application. Proof of certification and/or license will be required at time of appointment. 2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as part of the application process ; Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. Possession of the minimum qualifications is not necessarily a guarantee for further advancement in the selection process. 3. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) - All applications received will be forwarded to the hiring department for review until the position is filled. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 4. Interview Process: Human Resources will forward applications to the hiring department. Those determined to be the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan /fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 29, 2024
Full Time
THE POSITION THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Application cut - off dates are weekly, every Monday. With supervisor approval, incumbents may be eligible for intermittent remote work; however, they must physically reside within the Sacramento region or have the ability to regularly report to a City of Sacramento physical worksite with little notice. THE POSITION The City of Sacramento is seeking an experienced, licensed Electrical Engineer, with extensive building and facilities power and lighting design to support the Architectural and Engineering (A&E) section in the Division of Facilities and Real Property, Department of Public Works. The A&E section provides support for the maintenance of existing buildings and the construction of new buildings. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate will have experience designing electrical systems for a large variety of building types. Experience with police facilities, fire stations, and commercial office buildings is a plus. The ideal candidate will be able to collaborate with mechanical, structural, architectural consultants, and contractors. Technical writing skills and a strong understanding of construction are also desired. Under general direction, the Senior Engineer participates in the conduct of complicated civil, structural, electrical, or mechanical engineering planning, design, construction, maintenance/operation, plan review, assessment, and regulatory activities; develops plans; inspects sites and assists in problem resolution; coordinates engineering related activities with other City departments and outside agencies; conducts engineering planning studies; conducts plan reviews; and prepares grant applications. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This advanced journey-level class is populated with multiple incumbents. Senior Engineers perform the most complex professional civil, structural, electrical, or mechanical engineering work requiring a substantial level of professional training. Incumbents may also lead professional and technical personnel on a team or project basis. Assignments require the exercise of independent judgment and initiative in scheduling, assigning, and coordinating work with that of other units, referring only unusual or highly-complex problems. Senior Engineer is distinguished from Supervising Engineer in that the latter manages broad professional engineering categories, such as electrical, mechanical, civil, structural, environmental, traffic, water, drainage, wastewater, or sanitation. The classification of Senior Engineer is distinguished from that of Associate Civil Engineer in that the former serves as project or team leader and performs the most complex and highly skilled engineering work while the latter is the journey level in the registered engineer series. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED General direction is provided by higher level licensed professional staff. Incumbents may oversee a project team consisting of professional and technical personnel staff assigned to a project. Responsibilities may include direct or technical supervision of lower level personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform related duties as needed: Develop plans and estimates work orders for the construction of public works and capital improvement projects and programs (including public buildings, transportation infrastructure, public spaces, and public services); inspects project sites; assists in solution of difficult engineering problems; interprets specifications and City policy; makes change orders. Participates in the selection and management of consultant engineers for the development of plans and specifications, studies and reports; reviews plans for construction prepared by private engineers. Provides direct supervision over lower level staff including assigning, directing, training, and evaluating subordinate staff; performs evaluations; and recommends discipline. Checks computations and specified materials for accuracy and conformance with regulations; reviews and makes recommendations on technical reports and studies. Initiates and conducts engineering planning studies to identify public works facilities; reviews and participates in the preparation of environmental assessments and studies; prepares project status reports; and checks private building plans for compliance with City building codes and ordinances. Serves as staff to a variety of City commissions, boards, and committees on various engineering matters; and coordinates engineering related activities with other City departments, divisions, and sections and with outside agencies. Develops and implements environmental regulatory programs; and analyzes water quality data and prepares regulatory reports as applicable. Prepares various applications for state and federal grants; assists in the preparation and administration of budget and capital improvement plans. Within City guidelines, recommends and selects contractors; oversees contractor work. Manages and/or participates in the preparation of complex engineering studies and reports related to public works and capital improvement projects. Provides structural plan review for the most complex development projects and confirms construction documents comply with all code requirements; evaluates alternate materials, design, and methods of construction requests; and establishes schedules and methods for planning, design, construction, rehabilitation, and operation/maintenance. Provides technical advice and assistance to City staff. Participates in budget preparation and administration; prepares cost estimates for budget recommendations; submits justifications for services, labor, materials and related resources for public works projects and/or programs; monitors and controls expenditures. Oversees, reviews, and participates in preparation of environmental assessments and studies related to City and private projects; meets with developers to discuss projects or to resolve design issues; and reviews new development plans. Prepares and presents information to City Council and various commissions. Performs other or related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Principles and practices of engineering. Modern methods and techniques used in the design and construction of a wide variety of engineering projects and programs. Modern developments, current literature, and sources of information regarding the assigned area of engineering. Applicable laws and regulations relevant to design and construction in the area of assignment. Methods, materials and techniques used in planning, design, construction, maintenance/operation, and rehabilitation of a variety of public works facilities and systems. Principles, methods, and practices of budgeting. Principles and practices of safety management. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances and regulations Principles of supervision and training. Skill in: Use of computers, computer applications, and software. Use of computer aided design systems. Ability to: Interpret and apply rules, regulations, laws, ordinances, and policies. Make complex engineering computations. Check, design, and supervise the construction of a wide variety of public and private facilities. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Use a variety of drafting and engineering apparatus. Oversee contractor work assignments or work projects. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Plan, assign, and supervise the work of a diverse staff in the accomplishment of engineering projects and programs. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Experience: Four years of professional-level engineer experience. Education: Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering discipline related to the area of assignment. PROOF OF EDUCATION Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License may be required at the time of appointment. For positions where ability to drive is not an essential function, the employee must be able to arrange reliable and timely transportation whether through use of a private vehicle, use of government vehicle (when available) or through other private or public transportation for attendance at essential off-site meetings, events, and trainings. Certification: Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a professional engineer in the State of California. PROOF OF CERTIFICATION Proof of the required certificate and/or license should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently , including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application for further consideration by the next posted cut - off date ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week ). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. Proof of certification and/or license should be submitted online with your application. Proof of certification and/or license will be required at time of appointment. 2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as part of the application process ; Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. Possession of the minimum qualifications is not necessarily a guarantee for further advancement in the selection process. 3. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) - All applications received will be forwarded to the hiring department for review until the position is filled. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 4. Interview Process: Human Resources will forward applications to the hiring department. Those determined to be the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan /fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: Y1409C First Day of Filing: January 17, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Until needs of the department are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE OR WITHHOLDS ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. Correctional Health Services - 20% Recruitment and Retention Bonus The County of Los Angeles is currently offering up to a 20% bonus for full-time Health Information Management Supervisor positions hired by Correctional Health Services and working on-site in a designated facility to meet critical healthcare needs for the uniquely underserved jail population. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Supervises and participates in the work of a group of technical staff engaged in coding and auditing patient medical records in a County medical facility. Essential Job Functions Provides oversight and supervision of Release of Information (ROI) team including training, performance management and workflow. Conduct staff meetings, ensure staff development as well as provide orientation and training. Responsible for developing and providing training for all new staff as well as process improvement training for current staff. Prepares and conducts performance reviews for staff with review by the department leadership. Keeps Health Information leadership informed on staff performance and helps to identify training opportunities. Provides feedback and makes recommendations for commendations, performance reviews and progressive disciplinary actions. Identifies and evaluates areas that may need improvement and works with leadership to develop and implement solutions that will streamline processes and improve workflows. Serves as a liaison for all audits. Submits specific audits to the Compliance department to get approval. Input all audit requests into tracking system and prepares records. Works with tight deadlines while dealing directly with audit entities, both private and government, on billing and payment. Administers all chart reviews by meeting patients and/or attorneys in person at a clinic site to review records with them. Works closely with Legal, Compliance, Risk and Information Technology on Health Information Management (HIM) operations system and legal issues. Responsible for dealing with escalating situations by communicating with attorneys, law enforcement, auditors, and insurance company representatives as well as a variety of other professionals. Diffusing situations by expediting their requests, answering questions and educating on processes. Prepares biweekly reports to HIM Leaderships by utilizing the ROI module, works queues and reports in established systems. Creates reports within system that show incoming and outgoing volumes for all requestor types. Provides reports to management and monitors activity. Takes action as necessary by adjusting staff and managing workflow proactively avoiding instances of overtime. Manages the daily workload by making sure work queues in established systems are maintained and completed in a timely manner. Keeps up to date on HIPAA, STATE requirements and compliance rules to serve as a subject matter expert. Trains staff and keep them up to date. Completes online incident reporting when breeches occur and submits for leadership review. Reviews breech details and develops solutions to prevent further breeches and makes recommendations for improvement to management. Prevents possible breeches by maintaining quality assurance (QA) for the department. Follows protocol for QA for all ROI requests and hold employees accountable for high quality. Responsible for meeting quality goals monthly. Responsible for supporting accuracy and timeliness of all chart analysis and re-analysis tasks and notification steps for the Physician Suspension cycle. Ensures email delivery of notifications, pre-suspension warnings, and final suspension selection to physicians, their clinical department, hospital leadership. Monitors and ensures daily tracking and follow-up by staff to obtain all pending reports required to complete coding and billing of cases for timely hospital reimbursement and facility quality of care reporting. Ensures physician satisfaction regarding chart completion activities by making certain that prompt and appropriate guidance and assistance is provided by HIM subordinate staff. Functions as resource and support center for issues pertaining to electronic record entries, dictations, corrections, additions, and completion to obtain regulatory compliance. Responsible for performing quality reviews of medical records to assess regulatory compliance with completeness of data and information, timeliness, accuracy, and authentication requirements. Follows through until correction and/or completion processes are completed. Maintains necessary documentation to identify errors and substantiate correction. Monitors performance of transcription service including resolution of issues preventing the interface of documents into the electronic medical record. Maintains liaison with the HIM-EHR team and leadership to review, correct, and improve record deficiency workflows and reports. Provides orientation to incoming residents and house staff, and new attending physicians on record completion requirements. Works closely with the enterprise Master Patient Index (EMPI) team, and with Patient Registration/Admitting, and Patient Financial Services (PFS) to identify and help resolve issues arising from inaccurate patient data. Generates weekly and end of month reports to track productivity and statistically relevant data. Performs analysis upon the statistical data to engage process improvement and increase efficiency. Maintains, updates, and validates statistical data for incomplete records, quality reviews, and for data submission to various State disease registries as needed. Assists with the development of policies and procedures related to release of information, medical record data and documentation integrity and data management, including standards, usage, operations, documentation, training, interfaces, security, and integrity. Participates in projects and meetings as required in order to address ROI, chart completion and data integrity issues. Actively fosters staff development, including training and re-training as needed. Has regular one-on-one meetings with employees. Holds Unit meetings as necessary. Maintains and coordinates adequate scheduling and staffing to support operational needs. Performs other pertinent duties as assigned by HIM Leadership. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Option I: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), and three (3) years of technical health information* experience, including medical records coding. One (1) year of the required experience must have been in a supervisory** or senior/lead*** capacity over other Health Information staff. Option II: Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certification by AHIMA, completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management, accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education and two (2) years of technical health information* experience, including medical records coding. One (1) year of the required experience must have been in a supervisory** capacity in a Health Information Management department. *Technical health information experience may include but is not limited to reviewing electronic medical record physician documentation, abstracting information from the medical record documentation, applying knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to medical record documentation, and applying knowledge of privacy laws to ensure facility compliance. **Supervisory in the County of Los Angeles is defined as:provides direct supervision to planning, assigning, and reviewing work of staff of the unit, evaluating employee performance, counseling, and recommending discipline. *** For this examination, senior/lead experience is defined as assigning, coordinating, and reviewing the work, ensuring proper work methods are followed, and providing technical assistance and training. Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. LICENSE: A valid California Class “C” Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants that possess the following desirable qualifications: Health Information Management**** experience in an acute care/large academic medical center setting***** or integrated healthcare system****** Project management******* experience within healthcare Experience with Microsoft office suite, specifically EXCEL, POWERPOINT, WORD, and Visio Experience managing a Release of Information Unit. Certified in Healthcare Privacy and Security (CHPS) certificate from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or Certified in Healthcare Privacy Compliance (CHPC) from the Health Care Compliance Association ****Health Information Management experience includes but is not limited to managing abstracting and coding functions or acting as the first assistant of a Health Information Management Division. *****Large academic medical center setting is defined as a teaching hospital with over 400 licensed beds. ******I ntegrated healthcare system is health care coverage that organizes doctors, hospitals, and other providers into groups in order to enhance the quality and cost effectiveness of medical treatment. *******Project management experience within healthcare includes but is not limited to supporting, leading, and contributing to process improvement projects where change management strategies are necessary in meeting targeted program objectives and timelines. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : In order to qualify and receive credit, you must include a legible photocopy of your official certificate, official degree, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your online application, at the time of filing . If you are unable to attach required/supporting documents during the application submission, you may email the documents to Tanisha Buggs at tbuggs@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing your online application or you will not receive credit. Please include your name (as it appears on your online application), the exam title and exam number in the email message. Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. Certificate Information: Please ensure the Certification/License Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of the certificate, the number, date issued, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Selection Requirements. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of your education, experience, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire based on your application information weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be added to the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift , including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Health Services (DHS) throughout Los Angeles County as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: How to Apply Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. TESTING ACCOMMODATION COORDINATOR CONTACT: If you need accommodation to take the assessment, let us know by contacting the ADA/Testing Coordinator at (323) 914-7111. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Tanisha Buggs, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 tbuggs@dhs.lacounty.gov CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: Y1409C First Day of Filing: January 17, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Until needs of the department are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE OR WITHHOLDS ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. Correctional Health Services - 20% Recruitment and Retention Bonus The County of Los Angeles is currently offering up to a 20% bonus for full-time Health Information Management Supervisor positions hired by Correctional Health Services and working on-site in a designated facility to meet critical healthcare needs for the uniquely underserved jail population. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Supervises and participates in the work of a group of technical staff engaged in coding and auditing patient medical records in a County medical facility. Essential Job Functions Provides oversight and supervision of Release of Information (ROI) team including training, performance management and workflow. Conduct staff meetings, ensure staff development as well as provide orientation and training. Responsible for developing and providing training for all new staff as well as process improvement training for current staff. Prepares and conducts performance reviews for staff with review by the department leadership. Keeps Health Information leadership informed on staff performance and helps to identify training opportunities. Provides feedback and makes recommendations for commendations, performance reviews and progressive disciplinary actions. Identifies and evaluates areas that may need improvement and works with leadership to develop and implement solutions that will streamline processes and improve workflows. Serves as a liaison for all audits. Submits specific audits to the Compliance department to get approval. Input all audit requests into tracking system and prepares records. Works with tight deadlines while dealing directly with audit entities, both private and government, on billing and payment. Administers all chart reviews by meeting patients and/or attorneys in person at a clinic site to review records with them. Works closely with Legal, Compliance, Risk and Information Technology on Health Information Management (HIM) operations system and legal issues. Responsible for dealing with escalating situations by communicating with attorneys, law enforcement, auditors, and insurance company representatives as well as a variety of other professionals. Diffusing situations by expediting their requests, answering questions and educating on processes. Prepares biweekly reports to HIM Leaderships by utilizing the ROI module, works queues and reports in established systems. Creates reports within system that show incoming and outgoing volumes for all requestor types. Provides reports to management and monitors activity. Takes action as necessary by adjusting staff and managing workflow proactively avoiding instances of overtime. Manages the daily workload by making sure work queues in established systems are maintained and completed in a timely manner. Keeps up to date on HIPAA, STATE requirements and compliance rules to serve as a subject matter expert. Trains staff and keep them up to date. Completes online incident reporting when breeches occur and submits for leadership review. Reviews breech details and develops solutions to prevent further breeches and makes recommendations for improvement to management. Prevents possible breeches by maintaining quality assurance (QA) for the department. Follows protocol for QA for all ROI requests and hold employees accountable for high quality. Responsible for meeting quality goals monthly. Responsible for supporting accuracy and timeliness of all chart analysis and re-analysis tasks and notification steps for the Physician Suspension cycle. Ensures email delivery of notifications, pre-suspension warnings, and final suspension selection to physicians, their clinical department, hospital leadership. Monitors and ensures daily tracking and follow-up by staff to obtain all pending reports required to complete coding and billing of cases for timely hospital reimbursement and facility quality of care reporting. Ensures physician satisfaction regarding chart completion activities by making certain that prompt and appropriate guidance and assistance is provided by HIM subordinate staff. Functions as resource and support center for issues pertaining to electronic record entries, dictations, corrections, additions, and completion to obtain regulatory compliance. Responsible for performing quality reviews of medical records to assess regulatory compliance with completeness of data and information, timeliness, accuracy, and authentication requirements. Follows through until correction and/or completion processes are completed. Maintains necessary documentation to identify errors and substantiate correction. Monitors performance of transcription service including resolution of issues preventing the interface of documents into the electronic medical record. Maintains liaison with the HIM-EHR team and leadership to review, correct, and improve record deficiency workflows and reports. Provides orientation to incoming residents and house staff, and new attending physicians on record completion requirements. Works closely with the enterprise Master Patient Index (EMPI) team, and with Patient Registration/Admitting, and Patient Financial Services (PFS) to identify and help resolve issues arising from inaccurate patient data. Generates weekly and end of month reports to track productivity and statistically relevant data. Performs analysis upon the statistical data to engage process improvement and increase efficiency. Maintains, updates, and validates statistical data for incomplete records, quality reviews, and for data submission to various State disease registries as needed. Assists with the development of policies and procedures related to release of information, medical record data and documentation integrity and data management, including standards, usage, operations, documentation, training, interfaces, security, and integrity. Participates in projects and meetings as required in order to address ROI, chart completion and data integrity issues. Actively fosters staff development, including training and re-training as needed. Has regular one-on-one meetings with employees. Holds Unit meetings as necessary. Maintains and coordinates adequate scheduling and staffing to support operational needs. Performs other pertinent duties as assigned by HIM Leadership. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Option I: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), and three (3) years of technical health information* experience, including medical records coding. One (1) year of the required experience must have been in a supervisory** or senior/lead*** capacity over other Health Information staff. Option II: Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certification by AHIMA, completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management, accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education and two (2) years of technical health information* experience, including medical records coding. One (1) year of the required experience must have been in a supervisory** capacity in a Health Information Management department. *Technical health information experience may include but is not limited to reviewing electronic medical record physician documentation, abstracting information from the medical record documentation, applying knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to medical record documentation, and applying knowledge of privacy laws to ensure facility compliance. **Supervisory in the County of Los Angeles is defined as:provides direct supervision to planning, assigning, and reviewing work of staff of the unit, evaluating employee performance, counseling, and recommending discipline. *** For this examination, senior/lead experience is defined as assigning, coordinating, and reviewing the work, ensuring proper work methods are followed, and providing technical assistance and training. Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. LICENSE: A valid California Class “C” Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants that possess the following desirable qualifications: Health Information Management**** experience in an acute care/large academic medical center setting***** or integrated healthcare system****** Project management******* experience within healthcare Experience with Microsoft office suite, specifically EXCEL, POWERPOINT, WORD, and Visio Experience managing a Release of Information Unit. Certified in Healthcare Privacy and Security (CHPS) certificate from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or Certified in Healthcare Privacy Compliance (CHPC) from the Health Care Compliance Association ****Health Information Management experience includes but is not limited to managing abstracting and coding functions or acting as the first assistant of a Health Information Management Division. *****Large academic medical center setting is defined as a teaching hospital with over 400 licensed beds. ******I ntegrated healthcare system is health care coverage that organizes doctors, hospitals, and other providers into groups in order to enhance the quality and cost effectiveness of medical treatment. *******Project management experience within healthcare includes but is not limited to supporting, leading, and contributing to process improvement projects where change management strategies are necessary in meeting targeted program objectives and timelines. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : In order to qualify and receive credit, you must include a legible photocopy of your official certificate, official degree, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your online application, at the time of filing . If you are unable to attach required/supporting documents during the application submission, you may email the documents to Tanisha Buggs at tbuggs@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing your online application or you will not receive credit. Please include your name (as it appears on your online application), the exam title and exam number in the email message. Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. Certificate Information: Please ensure the Certification/License Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of the certificate, the number, date issued, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Selection Requirements. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of your education, experience, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire based on your application information weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be added to the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift , including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Health Services (DHS) throughout Los Angeles County as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: How to Apply Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. TESTING ACCOMMODATION COORDINATOR CONTACT: If you need accommodation to take the assessment, let us know by contacting the ADA/Testing Coordinator at (323) 914-7111. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Tanisha Buggs, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 tbuggs@dhs.lacounty.gov CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
Nassau County, FL
NASSAU COUNTY, Florida, United States
Description Advanced and highly responsible position performing complex projects and community planning exercises in a fast-growing County that prides itself on innovative planning practices. General responsibilities include tracking development agreements relating to affordable housing, processing tiny home applications, reviewing development applications, evaluating and formulating land use and transportation strategies, conducting policy research, analyzing and appraising elements of the Comprehensive Plan and preparing written presentations of development applications and proposals. This position is engaged in comprehensive planning, long-range policy development and initiatives, current planning reviews, and project management. Examples of Duties Evaluates, analyzes, updates and implements the elements of the Comprehensive Plan. Conducts and/or manages planning studies to address relevant issues and standards and advises the Planning Director of recommendations on updating/revising regulations and on the requirements of the Comprehensive Plan. Recommends new and revised policies, codes, ordinances and regulations. Reviews development plans relating to housing proposals. Reviews tiny home development proposals. Serves as staff liaison to the Essential Housing Advisory Committee. Ensures compliance with affordable housing development agreements. Coordinates updated GIS data in conjunction with other staff relating to local planning initiatives. Tracks compliance with affordable housing requirements within PUDs, DRIs, and developments that are provided density bonuses tied to affordable housing commitments. Tracks legislation related to housing. Implements statutory requirements related to housing. Prepares draft ordinances and amendments to ordinances. Researches information pertaining to land development and transportation planning issues. Assists in the formulation, enhancement and testing of methods and procedures to monitor and evaluate impact on and capacity of, public services, transportation facilities, parks and capital expenditures. Receives and responds to inquiries regarding zoning issues; interprets and explains codes, ordinances and regulations to engineers, architects, contractors, property/business owners, and other interested parties. Assists permit applicants and general public to understand land development policies and procedures of the County; determines/verifies zoning status as requested. Interacts, communicates with, and coordinates various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers, County personnel, engineers, contractors, consultants, architects, Board members, landowners, community/civic organizations and the general public. Assists the public in completing Comprehensive Plan applications and planning and zoning applications. Provides information to the public regarding the Land Development Code, the Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Maps. Reviews the work of other planners for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; offers advice and assistance as needed. Reviews development applications, develops staff reports and prepares and delivers presentations to the Conditional Use and Variance Board, Planning and Zoning Board and Board of County Commissioners. Provides expert advice to boards regarding planning issues. Coordinates planning efforts with consulting firms as required. Performs a variety of routine office/administrative duties as required, which include but are not limited to preparing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, attending meetings, etc. Operates a vehicle and a variety of equipment, which may include a computer, telephone, calculator, copier, etc. Attends evening meetings as necessary. Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and leave requests. Performs related duties as required. (These essential functions are not a complete statement of all duties required of the job. Employees will be required to perform such other related job duties as may be assigned or required.) Typical Qualifications Requires a Master’s Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Public Administration or related field supplemented by a minimum of two (2) years in a professional planning position or a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning or related field with three (3) years of professional planning experience. An American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification is preferred, but not required. Must possess a valid State Driver's License. Supplemental Information Knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of the County as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Senior Housing Planner. Knowledge of the functions and interrelationships of the County and Governmental agencies. Knowledge of the laws including growth management statutes, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Ability to utilize excellent oral and written communication skills for preparing and presenting planning reports and projects. Ability to utilize excellent interpersonal skills for facilitating relationships with elected/appointed officials, other decision-makers, co-workers, other professionals and members of the public. Ability to utilize problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve less well- defined planning problems. Knowledge of group facilitation skills for use with community workshops. Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously. Ability to provide effective review of other planners work. Ability to manage projects effectively and meet firm deadlines. Knowledge of various disciplines related to urban planning; including demographics, land use development, economics/economic development, zoning, etc. Ability to make sound, educated decisions. Ability to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision. Ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency. Ability to use a computer for word, data processing, graphic displays and mapping. Skills in ArcGIS, AutoCAD, and Adobe products preferred but not required. Ability to perform required mathematical calculations. Ability to read and interpret complex materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job. Ability to assemble and analyze information and prepare reports and records in a concise, clear and effective manner. Ability to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations. Essential Physical Skills: Tasks require extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Stooping Sitting Kneeling Bending Crouching Reaching Standing Walking Lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs. Pushing and pulling Climbing on ladders, on steps, or on the ground (Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability) Work Environment: Works inside in an office environment. Has knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the industry. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will continue to be received until the listed closing date or the position is filled, whichever is earliest. Submission of an application does not guarantee the applicant an interview. Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check. Nassau County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. Nassau County values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and that the County supports the hiring of returning service members, military spouses, and their family members as such this position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference in accordance with applicable laws. The information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, environmental conditions, or qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. This position may be required to work in a safety sensitive capacity at any time based on emergency declaration or other operational need. Nassau County reserves the right to edit or re-write this job description at any time. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Nassau County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future. BOCC-Contributed Benefits Medical & Prescription Drugs Benefits Health Savings Account (HSA) Contributions with a Qualified Plan Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Tuition Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Vision Life & AD&D Supplemental & Dependent Life & AD&D Insurance Long Term Disability Voluntary Benefits Offered By Aflac and/or Colonial 457(b) Deferred Compensation Program Roth IRA NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. Employees are required to contribute 3% of their salary per Florida Statute. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM The County may provide tuition assistance to cover the cost of tuition and books to County employees requesting tuition reimbursement for courses at an accredited college or university which are applicable to the employee's field of work and/or are of such nature to directly prepare employees for positions of greater responsibility within the County. Contact the Human Resources Office for additional details. HOLIDAYS The following, as well as any other days the BOCC may declare, are designated as official holidays for County Employees: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Presidents Day Good Friday Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day The Day After Thanksgiving Christmas Eve Christmas Day PTO LEAVE All full-time employees shall accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) Leave in accordance with the following formula: Years of Employment Hours Per Year 0 through the end of the 4th year 180 5 years through the end of the 10th year 200 11 years through the end of the 15th year 220 16 years and over 240 For additional information please view Nassau County's Policies & Procedures . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 10, 2024
Full Time
Description Advanced and highly responsible position performing complex projects and community planning exercises in a fast-growing County that prides itself on innovative planning practices. General responsibilities include tracking development agreements relating to affordable housing, processing tiny home applications, reviewing development applications, evaluating and formulating land use and transportation strategies, conducting policy research, analyzing and appraising elements of the Comprehensive Plan and preparing written presentations of development applications and proposals. This position is engaged in comprehensive planning, long-range policy development and initiatives, current planning reviews, and project management. Examples of Duties Evaluates, analyzes, updates and implements the elements of the Comprehensive Plan. Conducts and/or manages planning studies to address relevant issues and standards and advises the Planning Director of recommendations on updating/revising regulations and on the requirements of the Comprehensive Plan. Recommends new and revised policies, codes, ordinances and regulations. Reviews development plans relating to housing proposals. Reviews tiny home development proposals. Serves as staff liaison to the Essential Housing Advisory Committee. Ensures compliance with affordable housing development agreements. Coordinates updated GIS data in conjunction with other staff relating to local planning initiatives. Tracks compliance with affordable housing requirements within PUDs, DRIs, and developments that are provided density bonuses tied to affordable housing commitments. Tracks legislation related to housing. Implements statutory requirements related to housing. Prepares draft ordinances and amendments to ordinances. Researches information pertaining to land development and transportation planning issues. Assists in the formulation, enhancement and testing of methods and procedures to monitor and evaluate impact on and capacity of, public services, transportation facilities, parks and capital expenditures. Receives and responds to inquiries regarding zoning issues; interprets and explains codes, ordinances and regulations to engineers, architects, contractors, property/business owners, and other interested parties. Assists permit applicants and general public to understand land development policies and procedures of the County; determines/verifies zoning status as requested. Interacts, communicates with, and coordinates various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers, County personnel, engineers, contractors, consultants, architects, Board members, landowners, community/civic organizations and the general public. Assists the public in completing Comprehensive Plan applications and planning and zoning applications. Provides information to the public regarding the Land Development Code, the Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Maps. Reviews the work of other planners for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; offers advice and assistance as needed. Reviews development applications, develops staff reports and prepares and delivers presentations to the Conditional Use and Variance Board, Planning and Zoning Board and Board of County Commissioners. Provides expert advice to boards regarding planning issues. Coordinates planning efforts with consulting firms as required. Performs a variety of routine office/administrative duties as required, which include but are not limited to preparing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, attending meetings, etc. Operates a vehicle and a variety of equipment, which may include a computer, telephone, calculator, copier, etc. Attends evening meetings as necessary. Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and leave requests. Performs related duties as required. (These essential functions are not a complete statement of all duties required of the job. Employees will be required to perform such other related job duties as may be assigned or required.) Typical Qualifications Requires a Master’s Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Public Administration or related field supplemented by a minimum of two (2) years in a professional planning position or a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning or related field with three (3) years of professional planning experience. An American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification is preferred, but not required. Must possess a valid State Driver's License. Supplemental Information Knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of the County as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Senior Housing Planner. Knowledge of the functions and interrelationships of the County and Governmental agencies. Knowledge of the laws including growth management statutes, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Ability to utilize excellent oral and written communication skills for preparing and presenting planning reports and projects. Ability to utilize excellent interpersonal skills for facilitating relationships with elected/appointed officials, other decision-makers, co-workers, other professionals and members of the public. Ability to utilize problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve less well- defined planning problems. Knowledge of group facilitation skills for use with community workshops. Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously. Ability to provide effective review of other planners work. Ability to manage projects effectively and meet firm deadlines. Knowledge of various disciplines related to urban planning; including demographics, land use development, economics/economic development, zoning, etc. Ability to make sound, educated decisions. Ability to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision. Ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency. Ability to use a computer for word, data processing, graphic displays and mapping. Skills in ArcGIS, AutoCAD, and Adobe products preferred but not required. Ability to perform required mathematical calculations. Ability to read and interpret complex materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job. Ability to assemble and analyze information and prepare reports and records in a concise, clear and effective manner. Ability to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations. Essential Physical Skills: Tasks require extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Stooping Sitting Kneeling Bending Crouching Reaching Standing Walking Lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs. Pushing and pulling Climbing on ladders, on steps, or on the ground (Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability) Work Environment: Works inside in an office environment. Has knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the industry. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will continue to be received until the listed closing date or the position is filled, whichever is earliest. Submission of an application does not guarantee the applicant an interview. Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check. Nassau County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. Nassau County values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and that the County supports the hiring of returning service members, military spouses, and their family members as such this position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference in accordance with applicable laws. The information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, environmental conditions, or qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. This position may be required to work in a safety sensitive capacity at any time based on emergency declaration or other operational need. Nassau County reserves the right to edit or re-write this job description at any time. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Nassau County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future. BOCC-Contributed Benefits Medical & Prescription Drugs Benefits Health Savings Account (HSA) Contributions with a Qualified Plan Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Tuition Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Vision Life & AD&D Supplemental & Dependent Life & AD&D Insurance Long Term Disability Voluntary Benefits Offered By Aflac and/or Colonial 457(b) Deferred Compensation Program Roth IRA NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. Employees are required to contribute 3% of their salary per Florida Statute. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM The County may provide tuition assistance to cover the cost of tuition and books to County employees requesting tuition reimbursement for courses at an accredited college or university which are applicable to the employee's field of work and/or are of such nature to directly prepare employees for positions of greater responsibility within the County. Contact the Human Resources Office for additional details. HOLIDAYS The following, as well as any other days the BOCC may declare, are designated as official holidays for County Employees: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Presidents Day Good Friday Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day The Day After Thanksgiving Christmas Eve Christmas Day PTO LEAVE All full-time employees shall accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) Leave in accordance with the following formula: Years of Employment Hours Per Year 0 through the end of the 4th year 180 5 years through the end of the 10th year 200 11 years through the end of the 15th year 220 16 years and over 240 For additional information please view Nassau County's Policies & Procedures . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
THE POSITION THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Application cut-off dates are weekly, every Monday With supervisor approval, incumbents may be eligible for intermittent remote work; however, they must physically reside within the Sacramento region or have the ability to regularly report to a City of Sacramento physical worksite with little notice. Under the direction of the City Treasurer, the Debt Management division is responsible for the issuance and management of multiple debt financings for the benefit of the City of Sacramento. The division collaborates with various internal and external parties to utilize the most cost-effective approach to meet the City’s financing needs. The division is also responsible for numerous post-issuance requirements related to the management of the City’s outstanding debt pursuant to federal and state requirements and bond covenants. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate in the Debt Management Division of the City Treasurer’s Office should have strong attention to detail and comprehensive knowledge of Office 365. The ideal candidate will have experience working with municipal finance, or special districts management; experience working on negotiated bond issuances and managing debt service; performing financial reconciliation and financial analysis. The ideal candidate should possess effective organizational and interpersonal skills including written and verbal communication skills. Under general supervision, the Senior Debt Analyst performs professional level work related to debt issuances and debt management. The Senior Debt Analyst performs management of complex programs and projects, associated with debt-related responsibilities within the Debt Management Division of the Office of the Treasurer; collaborates with legal counsel, consultants, banks and underwriters on debt-related issues; and helps ensure City compliance with applicable, state and federal laws, ordinances, codes, and policies. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This advanced journey-level classification may be populated with multiple incumbents. An incumbent works with a moderate level of independent authority, supporting programs/functions that have a citywide financial impact. This classification is distinguished from the next lower classification of Debt Analyst by the degree of independence assigned to incumbents, and the possible assignment of supervisory responsibilities. Senior Debt Analyst is distinguished from the Treasury Manager in that the latter manages the debt management and financing program and may act in the absence of the City Treasurer. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Limited direction is provided higher-level management. An incumbent may provide lead direction and/or supervision of subordinate staff, but lack of such assignment is not critical to defining the class. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Depending on assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Prepares and manages all phases of debt financing including bond sizing, debt structuring, official statement preparation, development and review for legal compliance. Performs strategic financial analysis to identify and recommend specific financing and risk management strategies; conducts market research to determine pricing. Provides technical advice and guidance to high level managers on debt and capital financing issues; assists in the development of multi-series or multi-prong issuance of debt. Performs a variety of tasks associated with the management of the City's debt portfolio including post-issuance and compliance. Assists in the development and implementation of debt management policies, practices and procedures; attends meetings, conferences, and workshops; may participate on committees and task forces as required; may make presentations to various groups and individuals. Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Principles and practices of modern public administration. Principles and practices of municipal debt issuance and management. Financing instruments, derivative products and credit enhancements. Federal and state regulations related to municipal finance and bond issuance. Principles and practices of financial analysis and record keeping, including computerized reporting; fundamental principles and methods of cash flow analysis and projection. Current literature, laws, regulations, and developments, as well as various agencies that impact municipal Treasury activities. Research methods and report writing techniques. Bond issuance and management strategies in a government, municipal, or local agency. Fundamental principles and techniques of project management. Skill in: Use of modern information technology instruments, including computers, software applications and peripherals, as they relate to areas of assignment. Ability to: Participate in bond-related activities within a public city treasury; meet critical deadlines and complete assignments and tasks in an accurate and timely manner. Read and understand laws and regulations impacting municipal finance activities, particularly those related to bond issuance and management. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with public officials, public/private agencies, the general public, and others on a variety of issues. Calculate present, future and discounted cash flows. Prepare and present narrative, financial, and statistical reports, correspondence, and other documents. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Experience: Five years of professional and analytical, debt-related work preferably in a government, municipal, or local agency that included some responsibility for managing financial transactions and/or issuance of bonds. -AND- Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree. Substitution: A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of the required experience. OR Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on a year for year basis. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License may be required at the time of appointment. For positions where ability to drive is not an essential function, the employee must be able to arrange reliable and timely transportation whether through use of their private vehicle, use of government vehicle (when available) or through other private or public transportation for their attendance at essential off-site meetings, events, and trainings. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application for further consideration by the next posted cut -off date; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. 2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as part of the application process ; Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. Possession of the minimum qualifications is not necessarily a guarantee for further advancement in the selection process. 3. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) - All applications received will be forwarded to the hiring department for review until the position is filled. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 4. Interview Process: Human Resources will forward applications to the hiring department. Those determined to be the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 19, 2024
Full Time
THE POSITION THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Application cut-off dates are weekly, every Monday With supervisor approval, incumbents may be eligible for intermittent remote work; however, they must physically reside within the Sacramento region or have the ability to regularly report to a City of Sacramento physical worksite with little notice. Under the direction of the City Treasurer, the Debt Management division is responsible for the issuance and management of multiple debt financings for the benefit of the City of Sacramento. The division collaborates with various internal and external parties to utilize the most cost-effective approach to meet the City’s financing needs. The division is also responsible for numerous post-issuance requirements related to the management of the City’s outstanding debt pursuant to federal and state requirements and bond covenants. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate in the Debt Management Division of the City Treasurer’s Office should have strong attention to detail and comprehensive knowledge of Office 365. The ideal candidate will have experience working with municipal finance, or special districts management; experience working on negotiated bond issuances and managing debt service; performing financial reconciliation and financial analysis. The ideal candidate should possess effective organizational and interpersonal skills including written and verbal communication skills. Under general supervision, the Senior Debt Analyst performs professional level work related to debt issuances and debt management. The Senior Debt Analyst performs management of complex programs and projects, associated with debt-related responsibilities within the Debt Management Division of the Office of the Treasurer; collaborates with legal counsel, consultants, banks and underwriters on debt-related issues; and helps ensure City compliance with applicable, state and federal laws, ordinances, codes, and policies. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This advanced journey-level classification may be populated with multiple incumbents. An incumbent works with a moderate level of independent authority, supporting programs/functions that have a citywide financial impact. This classification is distinguished from the next lower classification of Debt Analyst by the degree of independence assigned to incumbents, and the possible assignment of supervisory responsibilities. Senior Debt Analyst is distinguished from the Treasury Manager in that the latter manages the debt management and financing program and may act in the absence of the City Treasurer. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Limited direction is provided higher-level management. An incumbent may provide lead direction and/or supervision of subordinate staff, but lack of such assignment is not critical to defining the class. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Depending on assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Prepares and manages all phases of debt financing including bond sizing, debt structuring, official statement preparation, development and review for legal compliance. Performs strategic financial analysis to identify and recommend specific financing and risk management strategies; conducts market research to determine pricing. Provides technical advice and guidance to high level managers on debt and capital financing issues; assists in the development of multi-series or multi-prong issuance of debt. Performs a variety of tasks associated with the management of the City's debt portfolio including post-issuance and compliance. Assists in the development and implementation of debt management policies, practices and procedures; attends meetings, conferences, and workshops; may participate on committees and task forces as required; may make presentations to various groups and individuals. Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Principles and practices of modern public administration. Principles and practices of municipal debt issuance and management. Financing instruments, derivative products and credit enhancements. Federal and state regulations related to municipal finance and bond issuance. Principles and practices of financial analysis and record keeping, including computerized reporting; fundamental principles and methods of cash flow analysis and projection. Current literature, laws, regulations, and developments, as well as various agencies that impact municipal Treasury activities. Research methods and report writing techniques. Bond issuance and management strategies in a government, municipal, or local agency. Fundamental principles and techniques of project management. Skill in: Use of modern information technology instruments, including computers, software applications and peripherals, as they relate to areas of assignment. Ability to: Participate in bond-related activities within a public city treasury; meet critical deadlines and complete assignments and tasks in an accurate and timely manner. Read and understand laws and regulations impacting municipal finance activities, particularly those related to bond issuance and management. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with public officials, public/private agencies, the general public, and others on a variety of issues. Calculate present, future and discounted cash flows. Prepare and present narrative, financial, and statistical reports, correspondence, and other documents. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Experience: Five years of professional and analytical, debt-related work preferably in a government, municipal, or local agency that included some responsibility for managing financial transactions and/or issuance of bonds. -AND- Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree. Substitution: A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of the required experience. OR Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on a year for year basis. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License may be required at the time of appointment. For positions where ability to drive is not an essential function, the employee must be able to arrange reliable and timely transportation whether through use of their private vehicle, use of government vehicle (when available) or through other private or public transportation for their attendance at essential off-site meetings, events, and trainings. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application for further consideration by the next posted cut -off date; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. 2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as part of the application process ; Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. Possession of the minimum qualifications is not necessarily a guarantee for further advancement in the selection process. 3. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) - All applications received will be forwarded to the hiring department for review until the position is filled. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 4. Interview Process: Human Resources will forward applications to the hiring department. Those determined to be the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information The Los Angeles County Office of the Assessor strives to be the premier property assessment agency in the nation. We believe in exceptional ethics in the work environment and are dedicated professionals committed to serve our Assessor employees and the public. We A.S.P.I.R.E. for Accountability, Service Excellence, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Equity. REPOSTING THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD AND CHANGE ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION FROM STANDARD LIST TO ELIGIBLE REGISTER. EXAM TITLE: SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER ( Payroll Title: Senior Application Developer) EXAM NUMBER G2525T-R TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity APPLICATION FILING PERIOD We will begin receiving applications on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. (PT). This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: The Office of the Assessor is looking for an ambitious and experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our Information Technology Branch. This position in the Business Solutions Group (BSG) requires an experienced developer to fill a lead role in our Assessor Modernization Project (AMP), a $100 million multi-years/phases program. This project replaces the Assessor's Office legacy mainframe property assessment systems with State-of-the-Art technologies using Oracle Fusion Middleware (FMW) enterprise architecture, database, security, system monitoring, web application and cloud service products and infrastructure, to support the Assessor's Office and County's business goals and strategic plans. The successful candidate will be working in an Agile scrum open collaborative and DevOps friendly environment to support Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) activities to design/develop/test/debug/integrate/deploy/maintain various AMP enterprise system business applications and interfaces (front-end/middle-tier/back-end development and DevOps management) according to user stories requirements and program specifications, in the cloud-based (OCI IaaS/PaaS) Test-Driven Development (TDD) environments. WHAT YOU WILL DO: Under the direction of the technical supervisor, this position will be considered the team's lead engineer while working in Agile Scrum teams and/or DevOps teams, they will be guiding team members from development, DevOps management, quality assurance, infrastructure administration, project management, business product owners/SME's, contractors and other IT technical staff. The successful candidate will be expected to hold an authoritative level of technical knowledge as well as be able to work both independently and provide mentorship on one or more projects in AMP: AMP Front-end application and reporting development projects in: Oracle WebCenter Portal (WCP), JavaScript Extension Toolkit (JET), Application Development Framework (ADF), Oracle Business Intelligence Publisher (BIP), Oracle Application Express (APEX), and Microsoft .NET, etc. AMP Middle-tier application and content management development projects in: Oracle ServiceOriented Architecture Suite (SOA), Oracle Service Bus (OSB), Oracle Business Process Management Suite (BPM), Oracle Business Rules and Policy Automation (OBR, OPA), Oracle WebCenter Content (WCC), and OpenText/EMC Captiva, etc. AMP Back-end application and database integration development projects in: Oracle ExaData Database Cloud Service (ExaCS), Oracle Autonomous Data Warehouse (ADW), Oracle Data Integrator (ODI), Oracle GoldenGate (OGG, Veridata), Microsoft SQL Server, and Trillium, etc. AMP DevOps release/configuration management and CI/CD process improvement/automation projects in: Jenkins, Git, Apache Maven/Ant/Archiva/Groovy, Ansible, Terraform, Python, and JIRA, etc. AMP open-source development/testing projects in: Java, JavaScript, Node.js, PHP, SonarQube, JMeter, JUnit, SoapUI, Linux Shell scripting, and other web-services based application development with REST/SOAP. Obtain business requirements from the stakeholders and product owners to provide solutions through innovation, automation, and streamlining of their business workflow and operation. Essential Job Functions Analyzes, designs, develops, tests, debugs, installs, and deploys application software programs by applying software/application development concepts in order to create/maintain/modify new or existing business applications and interfaces according to user stories requirements and program specifications in the cloud-based Test-Driven Development (TDD) environments. Gathers software requirements and develops requirement specifications, user stories, functional and technical design specifications, user manuals, runbooks, release notes, and/or wiki pages by collaborating with stakeholders in order to support departmental goals and objectives and comply with county policies and procedures. Leads in development and support of front-end software applications in the areas of user interfaces, mobility, business intelligence and reporting, and enterprise content management by utilizing various development tools in order to support departmental goals and objectives and comply with county policies and procedures. Leads in development and support of middle-tier software application in the areas of web services application integration, business process management, business rules, API governance, and application security by utilizing various development tools in order to support departmental goals and objectives and comply with county policies and procedures. Leads in development and support of back-end software applications in the areas of data integration and data replication, data modeling, data security, artificial intelligence/machine learning, and database management by utilizing various developmental tools in order to support departmental goals and objectives and comply with county policies and procedures. Leads in development and support of DevOps tools and automation processes in the areas of release management, configuration management, source control, continuous-integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and operational support by utilizing various developmental tools in order to support departmental goals and objectives and comply with county policies and procedures. Performs unit, sanity, functional, integration, automated system and/or performance testing for new, modified or existing complex software applications by utilizing various test tools in order to investigate, analyze, troubleshoot and resolve software application problems. Provides professional support pertaining to application issues in Production and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Production-Support (PS) environments by investigating, troubleshooting, and resolving application function problems in order to ensure excellent quality product and user experience. Researches application development tools and methodologies by utilizing various reference tools in order to provide recommendations to departmental management team for improving software in order to accomplish business goals; recommend and/or implement system adjustments to maximize application performance. Assists in the development and/or reviewing of solicitation documents including requests for information, requests for proposals, requests for quotes, and statements of work by collaborating with project management team in order to support departmental goals and objectives and comply with county policies and procedures as needed. Leads in an Agile open collaborative environment by working closely with team members from development, DevOps, Quality Assurance (QA), administration, Project Management (PM), business stakeholders, contractors and other IT technical staff in order to design, develop, code review, build, test, demo, document, deploy, and maintain business applications as needed. Reviews and monitors vendor performance by reviewing work and project plans to ensure project deliverables are on time, within budget, and according to acceptance criteria as needed. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: We are looking for dedicated individuals who meet one of the following requirements: Option I: Graduation from an accredited college or university* with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field and three (3) years of recent**, full-time experience coding, testing, and debugging application programs Option II: One (1) year of experience at the level of Los Angeles County class of Application Developer II*** Option III: Four (4) years of recent**, full-time experience coding, testing and debugging application programs *In order to receive credit for a Bachelor's degree, you must submit proof of education along with the application. Acceptable documents are: A photocopy of the diploma or official transcript OR A verification or confirmation letter from the school's Registrar's Office on the official letterhead of the school, with a college or university seal. It should indicate that the student has completed all the academic requirements. All documents should clearly indicate the degree in the English language and the date when the degree was conferred or awarded. For more information regarding education, please see the Employment Information document on the LA County Jobs website. If you do not attach the document at the time of filing, you can email the document to recruitment@assessor.lacounty.gov within 7 calendar days from the last day of filing. Please include your full name, exam title, and exam number. **Recent means experience obtained within the last five (5) years from the last day of filing. ***Experience at the level of Application Developer II is defined as under general supervision, analyzes, designs, evaluates, develops, codes, tests, and maintains application systems. If you served in the military and were honorably discharged, you may qualify for Veteran's Credit. We will need a copy of your form DD214 to review, so please include that with your application. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL EXPECTATIONS: 2 - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved . ENDORSEMENT OF COUNTY QUALIFICATIONS: County employees who wish to meet the requirements using out-of-class experience must provide official documentation such as an additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus, or reclassification study from CEO Classification with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the last day of filing. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position deemed to be at the appropriate level. Out-of-class duties should be accurately described in the application work history, and questionable experience will be verified through the departmental HR Manager when necessary. WITHHOLD INFORMATION No withholds will be allowed for this examination. Required experience must be fully met and indicated on the application by the last day of filing. Additional Information OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS: This examination will consist of TWO (2) parts: Part I: M ultiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 40% , assessing: Deductive Reasoning Professional Potential Achievement Maintaining Good Working Relationships Analyzing Information Learning Quickly Generating New Ideas Using Time Efficiently Working to High Quality Standards Adapting to Change Coping with Uncertainty Willingness to Learn Responsibility Candidates may be invited to participate in both Part I and II. However, only those that achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in Part I, will have Part II scored. Part II: M ultiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 60% , assessing: JAVA 8 Cloud Computing JavaScript SQL MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AND ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON EACH PART OF THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER . All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add jcheung@hr.lacounty.gov , info@governmentjobs.com , talentcentral@shl.com , noreply@proctoru.com , and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component. TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS : Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred. TEST PREPARATION : Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you prepare for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. Additional online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/ . ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Applicants will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete for this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. VACANCY INFORMATION The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Los Angeles County Office of the Assessor, as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of 5:00 p.m. PT, on the last day of filing as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements as listed in this job posting. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Important: Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made per Civil Service Rule 6.04. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of the appointment. Utilizing verbiage from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, you may borrow laptops and Wi-Fi hotspots from some public libraries throughout Los Angeles County to complete job applications. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. TESTING ACCOMMODATION If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, let us know by contacting the Testing Accommodations Coordinator at TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov . You will be required to complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form as well as provide supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. SPECIAL INFORMATION Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ______________________________________________________________________________ Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Department Contact Name: Chau Luu Department Contact Phone: (213) 974-3161 Department Contact Email: recruitment@assessor.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information The Los Angeles County Office of the Assessor strives to be the premier property assessment agency in the nation. We believe in exceptional ethics in the work environment and are dedicated professionals committed to serve our Assessor employees and the public. We A.S.P.I.R.E. for Accountability, Service Excellence, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Equity. REPOSTING THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD AND CHANGE ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION FROM STANDARD LIST TO ELIGIBLE REGISTER. EXAM TITLE: SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER ( Payroll Title: Senior Application Developer) EXAM NUMBER G2525T-R TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity APPLICATION FILING PERIOD We will begin receiving applications on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. (PT). This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: The Office of the Assessor is looking for an ambitious and experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our Information Technology Branch. This position in the Business Solutions Group (BSG) requires an experienced developer to fill a lead role in our Assessor Modernization Project (AMP), a $100 million multi-years/phases program. This project replaces the Assessor's Office legacy mainframe property assessment systems with State-of-the-Art technologies using Oracle Fusion Middleware (FMW) enterprise architecture, database, security, system monitoring, web application and cloud service products and infrastructure, to support the Assessor's Office and County's business goals and strategic plans. The successful candidate will be working in an Agile scrum open collaborative and DevOps friendly environment to support Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) activities to design/develop/test/debug/integrate/deploy/maintain various AMP enterprise system business applications and interfaces (front-end/middle-tier/back-end development and DevOps management) according to user stories requirements and program specifications, in the cloud-based (OCI IaaS/PaaS) Test-Driven Development (TDD) environments. WHAT YOU WILL DO: Under the direction of the technical supervisor, this position will be considered the team's lead engineer while working in Agile Scrum teams and/or DevOps teams, they will be guiding team members from development, DevOps management, quality assurance, infrastructure administration, project management, business product owners/SME's, contractors and other IT technical staff. The successful candidate will be expected to hold an authoritative level of technical knowledge as well as be able to work both independently and provide mentorship on one or more projects in AMP: AMP Front-end application and reporting development projects in: Oracle WebCenter Portal (WCP), JavaScript Extension Toolkit (JET), Application Development Framework (ADF), Oracle Business Intelligence Publisher (BIP), Oracle Application Express (APEX), and Microsoft .NET, etc. AMP Middle-tier application and content management development projects in: Oracle ServiceOriented Architecture Suite (SOA), Oracle Service Bus (OSB), Oracle Business Process Management Suite (BPM), Oracle Business Rules and Policy Automation (OBR, OPA), Oracle WebCenter Content (WCC), and OpenText/EMC Captiva, etc. AMP Back-end application and database integration development projects in: Oracle ExaData Database Cloud Service (ExaCS), Oracle Autonomous Data Warehouse (ADW), Oracle Data Integrator (ODI), Oracle GoldenGate (OGG, Veridata), Microsoft SQL Server, and Trillium, etc. AMP DevOps release/configuration management and CI/CD process improvement/automation projects in: Jenkins, Git, Apache Maven/Ant/Archiva/Groovy, Ansible, Terraform, Python, and JIRA, etc. AMP open-source development/testing projects in: Java, JavaScript, Node.js, PHP, SonarQube, JMeter, JUnit, SoapUI, Linux Shell scripting, and other web-services based application development with REST/SOAP. Obtain business requirements from the stakeholders and product owners to provide solutions through innovation, automation, and streamlining of their business workflow and operation. Essential Job Functions Analyzes, designs, develops, tests, debugs, installs, and deploys application software programs by applying software/application development concepts in order to create/maintain/modify new or existing business applications and interfaces according to user stories requirements and program specifications in the cloud-based Test-Driven Development (TDD) environments. Gathers software requirements and develops requirement specifications, user stories, functional and technical design specifications, user manuals, runbooks, release notes, and/or wiki pages by collaborating with stakeholders in order to support departmental goals and objectives and comply with county policies and procedures. Leads in development and support of front-end software applications in the areas of user interfaces, mobility, business intelligence and reporting, and enterprise content management by utilizing various development tools in order to support departmental goals and objectives and comply with county policies and procedures. Leads in development and support of middle-tier software application in the areas of web services application integration, business process management, business rules, API governance, and application security by utilizing various development tools in order to support departmental goals and objectives and comply with county policies and procedures. Leads in development and support of back-end software applications in the areas of data integration and data replication, data modeling, data security, artificial intelligence/machine learning, and database management by utilizing various developmental tools in order to support departmental goals and objectives and comply with county policies and procedures. Leads in development and support of DevOps tools and automation processes in the areas of release management, configuration management, source control, continuous-integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and operational support by utilizing various developmental tools in order to support departmental goals and objectives and comply with county policies and procedures. Performs unit, sanity, functional, integration, automated system and/or performance testing for new, modified or existing complex software applications by utilizing various test tools in order to investigate, analyze, troubleshoot and resolve software application problems. Provides professional support pertaining to application issues in Production and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Production-Support (PS) environments by investigating, troubleshooting, and resolving application function problems in order to ensure excellent quality product and user experience. Researches application development tools and methodologies by utilizing various reference tools in order to provide recommendations to departmental management team for improving software in order to accomplish business goals; recommend and/or implement system adjustments to maximize application performance. Assists in the development and/or reviewing of solicitation documents including requests for information, requests for proposals, requests for quotes, and statements of work by collaborating with project management team in order to support departmental goals and objectives and comply with county policies and procedures as needed. Leads in an Agile open collaborative environment by working closely with team members from development, DevOps, Quality Assurance (QA), administration, Project Management (PM), business stakeholders, contractors and other IT technical staff in order to design, develop, code review, build, test, demo, document, deploy, and maintain business applications as needed. Reviews and monitors vendor performance by reviewing work and project plans to ensure project deliverables are on time, within budget, and according to acceptance criteria as needed. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: We are looking for dedicated individuals who meet one of the following requirements: Option I: Graduation from an accredited college or university* with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field and three (3) years of recent**, full-time experience coding, testing, and debugging application programs Option II: One (1) year of experience at the level of Los Angeles County class of Application Developer II*** Option III: Four (4) years of recent**, full-time experience coding, testing and debugging application programs *In order to receive credit for a Bachelor's degree, you must submit proof of education along with the application. Acceptable documents are: A photocopy of the diploma or official transcript OR A verification or confirmation letter from the school's Registrar's Office on the official letterhead of the school, with a college or university seal. It should indicate that the student has completed all the academic requirements. All documents should clearly indicate the degree in the English language and the date when the degree was conferred or awarded. For more information regarding education, please see the Employment Information document on the LA County Jobs website. If you do not attach the document at the time of filing, you can email the document to recruitment@assessor.lacounty.gov within 7 calendar days from the last day of filing. Please include your full name, exam title, and exam number. **Recent means experience obtained within the last five (5) years from the last day of filing. ***Experience at the level of Application Developer II is defined as under general supervision, analyzes, designs, evaluates, develops, codes, tests, and maintains application systems. If you served in the military and were honorably discharged, you may qualify for Veteran's Credit. We will need a copy of your form DD214 to review, so please include that with your application. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL EXPECTATIONS: 2 - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved . ENDORSEMENT OF COUNTY QUALIFICATIONS: County employees who wish to meet the requirements using out-of-class experience must provide official documentation such as an additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus, or reclassification study from CEO Classification with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the last day of filing. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position deemed to be at the appropriate level. Out-of-class duties should be accurately described in the application work history, and questionable experience will be verified through the departmental HR Manager when necessary. WITHHOLD INFORMATION No withholds will be allowed for this examination. Required experience must be fully met and indicated on the application by the last day of filing. Additional Information OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS: This examination will consist of TWO (2) parts: Part I: M ultiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 40% , assessing: Deductive Reasoning Professional Potential Achievement Maintaining Good Working Relationships Analyzing Information Learning Quickly Generating New Ideas Using Time Efficiently Working to High Quality Standards Adapting to Change Coping with Uncertainty Willingness to Learn Responsibility Candidates may be invited to participate in both Part I and II. However, only those that achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in Part I, will have Part II scored. Part II: M ultiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 60% , assessing: JAVA 8 Cloud Computing JavaScript SQL MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AND ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON EACH PART OF THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER . All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add jcheung@hr.lacounty.gov , info@governmentjobs.com , talentcentral@shl.com , noreply@proctoru.com , and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component. TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS : Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred. TEST PREPARATION : Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you prepare for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. Additional online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/ . ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Applicants will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete for this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. VACANCY INFORMATION The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Los Angeles County Office of the Assessor, as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of 5:00 p.m. PT, on the last day of filing as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements as listed in this job posting. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Important: Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made per Civil Service Rule 6.04. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of the appointment. Utilizing verbiage from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, you may borrow laptops and Wi-Fi hotspots from some public libraries throughout Los Angeles County to complete job applications. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. TESTING ACCOMMODATION If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, let us know by contacting the Testing Accommodations Coordinator at TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov . You will be required to complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form as well as provide supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. SPECIAL INFORMATION Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ______________________________________________________________________________ Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Department Contact Name: Chau Luu Department Contact Phone: (213) 974-3161 Department Contact Email: recruitment@assessor.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAM NUMBER Y1765A APPLICATION FILING PERIOD 10/23/2023 AT 8:00 A.M. (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four (4) acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For more information about DHS, please visit www.dhs.lacounty THE MISSION : To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. Essential Job Functions DEFINITION: Plans, organizes, supervises, manages, and evaluates highly technical and complex assignments of the section; with staff, develops, implements, and monitors data science projects from inception to implementation to ensure that the objectives and desired outcomes are achieved, and that critical decisions are made in a timely manner. Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of data scientists and analysts to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with business needs; ensures that section products and services continue to perform as desired over time and directs updates and modifications to these as necessary. Collaborates with IT group and program managers to identify departmental or divisional business needs and issues of strategic importance; implements enhancements to existing systems, recommends alternative systems, and assists in developing and implementing new data engineering, data modeling, and data science solutions as appropriate. In conjunction with the governance board and executive committees, defines the overall vision and strategy for data analytics across the organization. Assists to develop, implement, and evaluate divisional/departmental initiatives, strategies, and operational objectives through deployment of big data; advocates for measurability in strategic planning and operations in order to build analytics and evaluation into program design on a foundational level. Evaluates, manages, and participates in all aspects of the section’s solution development, including quality assurance and maintenance of data sets integrated from multiple sources; exploratory data analysis; model creation, testing, and deployment; presentation of findings; and consultation with program managers regarding effective operationalization and model fidelity to improve business outcomes. Directs the development of technical reports, dashboards, data briefs, white papers, and publications, including advanced data visualization tools. Works with IT data engineers and architects to develop and maintain large-scale databases that meet high standards for completeness, accuracy, and utility; supervises and participates in quality control checks of data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) of large-scale, structured, unstructured, and streaming data. Advises divisional/departmental managers on opportunities and gaps in their current capabilities across data science technology and infrastructure; recommends plans for growth through adoption of new methods and technologies. Builds solutions that apply machine learning techniques to address complex business problems, derive actionable insights, and maximize decision-making confidence. Makes recommendations, develops technical infrastructure and analytic competencies, and participates in project selection to inform and execute the data science strategy of the County, department, or division. Stays current with and contributes to discovery of data science best practices; mentors staff and ensures the section maintains ongoing training and professional development and is competent in all techniques necessary to complete their duties; and participates in the broader data science community to identify and disseminate the latest developments in data and technology. Serves as a technical resource for divisional/departmental managers on data-driven program design and management and the translation of data science and knowledge into improved business outcomes, efficiency, and effectiveness of business processes. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Option I: Two (2) years of experience leading* the development and application of methods to identify, collect, process, and analyze data using advanced statistical prediction, inference, and optimization, and providing ongoing support to decision makers to strengthen data-driven program design and management, at a level equivalent to Senior Data Scientist.** Option II: *** A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field of applied research such as Data Science, Machine Learning, Mathematics, Statistics, Business Analytics, Psychology, or Public Health that included 12 semester or 18 quarter units of coursework in data science, predictive analytics, research methods or statistical analysis*** -AND- Eight (8) years of experience as a Data Scientist, four (4) of which must have been supervising**** a team of data science professionals and serving as subject matter expert*****, and coordinating and overseeing complex****** data science projects to support program, policy, and operational decision-making. A Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in a field of applied research such as Data Science, Machine Learning, Mathematics, Statistics, Business Analytics, Psychology, or Public Health may substitute for up to two (2) years of experience. *For this examination, lead experience is defined as assigning, coordinating, and reviewing the work, ensuring proper work methods are followed and providing technical assistance and training. A lead person is a Senior member of the Data Science team that provides technical assistance to other team members but does not supervise. **Experience at the level of Senior Data Scientist is defined as: Under general supervision, leads* the development and application of methods to identify, collect, process, organize, and analyze structured and unstructured data using advanced statistical prediction, inference, and optimization; effectively communicates results to decision makers and provides ongoing support to strengthen data-driven program design and management. ***In order to qualify under Option II, you must provide a legible copy/image of your official transcripts from an accredited institution which shows the degree conferred, the area of specialization, and the relevant course work specified in the Requirements, at the time of filing, or by email to the analyst within seven (7) calendar days of filing online . ****Exercises administrative and technical supervision over a team of Data Analysts and Data Scientists. *****Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) are persons who have developed expertise about a particular job classification over time through academic learning and experience in the various Data Science domains. ******For this examination, complex refers to any project that contains the following steps: Business Understanding, Data Mining, Data Cleaning, Data Exploration, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, and Data Visualization. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional experience in option I in excess of the Minimum Requirements. Additional experience in option II in excess of f our (4) years of supervising**** a team of data science professionals and serving as subject matter expert*****, and coordinating and overseeing complex****** data science projects to support program, policy, and operational decision-making. supervising a team of Data Science professionals. NOTE : If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email the documents to Darlene Beamon-Thomas at Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing online. Please include your full name as it appears on your application, the exam number, and the exam title . LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS : Physical Class II - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10- pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : At the time of appointment, the successful candidate must be prepared to provide an official transcript from the college or university to verify degree(s) and courses taken. Applications submitted without a legible copy/image of the required document may not be accepted if not qualified under Option I. If you are unable to attach required/supporting documents during application submission, you may email the documents to Darlene Beamon-Thomas at Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing your application online or your application will be subjected to rejection. Please include your full name (as it appears on your application), the examination title and the examination number in the email message. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : An evaluation of education and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications, weighted 100% . Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be added to the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register accordingly. Applicants who are successful in this examination and are added to the eligible register may not apply for and compete in this examination for twelve (12) months following the date of being placed on the eligible register. Applications received before expiration from the eligible register will be rejected. AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applicants may be required/prompted to verify their email address when logging on to file an application. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com.careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This feature is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advanced notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. DO NOT GROUP YOUR EXPERIENCE . For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES : All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification . We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from the Classification Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . Please note that the Department requires applicants to show that they perform the specified duties listed on the posted Requirements as their principal work activity. It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three components: ACTION/S you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that/those action/s, and the BENEFIT that was realized from that/those actions. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security number for record control purposes only. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a social security number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed using computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. L. A. County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout L. A. County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR : (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT : Darlene Beamon-Thomas, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
May 20, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAM NUMBER Y1765A APPLICATION FILING PERIOD 10/23/2023 AT 8:00 A.M. (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four (4) acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For more information about DHS, please visit www.dhs.lacounty THE MISSION : To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. Essential Job Functions DEFINITION: Plans, organizes, supervises, manages, and evaluates highly technical and complex assignments of the section; with staff, develops, implements, and monitors data science projects from inception to implementation to ensure that the objectives and desired outcomes are achieved, and that critical decisions are made in a timely manner. Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of data scientists and analysts to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with business needs; ensures that section products and services continue to perform as desired over time and directs updates and modifications to these as necessary. Collaborates with IT group and program managers to identify departmental or divisional business needs and issues of strategic importance; implements enhancements to existing systems, recommends alternative systems, and assists in developing and implementing new data engineering, data modeling, and data science solutions as appropriate. In conjunction with the governance board and executive committees, defines the overall vision and strategy for data analytics across the organization. Assists to develop, implement, and evaluate divisional/departmental initiatives, strategies, and operational objectives through deployment of big data; advocates for measurability in strategic planning and operations in order to build analytics and evaluation into program design on a foundational level. Evaluates, manages, and participates in all aspects of the section’s solution development, including quality assurance and maintenance of data sets integrated from multiple sources; exploratory data analysis; model creation, testing, and deployment; presentation of findings; and consultation with program managers regarding effective operationalization and model fidelity to improve business outcomes. Directs the development of technical reports, dashboards, data briefs, white papers, and publications, including advanced data visualization tools. Works with IT data engineers and architects to develop and maintain large-scale databases that meet high standards for completeness, accuracy, and utility; supervises and participates in quality control checks of data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) of large-scale, structured, unstructured, and streaming data. Advises divisional/departmental managers on opportunities and gaps in their current capabilities across data science technology and infrastructure; recommends plans for growth through adoption of new methods and technologies. Builds solutions that apply machine learning techniques to address complex business problems, derive actionable insights, and maximize decision-making confidence. Makes recommendations, develops technical infrastructure and analytic competencies, and participates in project selection to inform and execute the data science strategy of the County, department, or division. Stays current with and contributes to discovery of data science best practices; mentors staff and ensures the section maintains ongoing training and professional development and is competent in all techniques necessary to complete their duties; and participates in the broader data science community to identify and disseminate the latest developments in data and technology. Serves as a technical resource for divisional/departmental managers on data-driven program design and management and the translation of data science and knowledge into improved business outcomes, efficiency, and effectiveness of business processes. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Option I: Two (2) years of experience leading* the development and application of methods to identify, collect, process, and analyze data using advanced statistical prediction, inference, and optimization, and providing ongoing support to decision makers to strengthen data-driven program design and management, at a level equivalent to Senior Data Scientist.** Option II: *** A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field of applied research such as Data Science, Machine Learning, Mathematics, Statistics, Business Analytics, Psychology, or Public Health that included 12 semester or 18 quarter units of coursework in data science, predictive analytics, research methods or statistical analysis*** -AND- Eight (8) years of experience as a Data Scientist, four (4) of which must have been supervising**** a team of data science professionals and serving as subject matter expert*****, and coordinating and overseeing complex****** data science projects to support program, policy, and operational decision-making. A Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in a field of applied research such as Data Science, Machine Learning, Mathematics, Statistics, Business Analytics, Psychology, or Public Health may substitute for up to two (2) years of experience. *For this examination, lead experience is defined as assigning, coordinating, and reviewing the work, ensuring proper work methods are followed and providing technical assistance and training. A lead person is a Senior member of the Data Science team that provides technical assistance to other team members but does not supervise. **Experience at the level of Senior Data Scientist is defined as: Under general supervision, leads* the development and application of methods to identify, collect, process, organize, and analyze structured and unstructured data using advanced statistical prediction, inference, and optimization; effectively communicates results to decision makers and provides ongoing support to strengthen data-driven program design and management. ***In order to qualify under Option II, you must provide a legible copy/image of your official transcripts from an accredited institution which shows the degree conferred, the area of specialization, and the relevant course work specified in the Requirements, at the time of filing, or by email to the analyst within seven (7) calendar days of filing online . ****Exercises administrative and technical supervision over a team of Data Analysts and Data Scientists. *****Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) are persons who have developed expertise about a particular job classification over time through academic learning and experience in the various Data Science domains. ******For this examination, complex refers to any project that contains the following steps: Business Understanding, Data Mining, Data Cleaning, Data Exploration, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, and Data Visualization. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional experience in option I in excess of the Minimum Requirements. Additional experience in option II in excess of f our (4) years of supervising**** a team of data science professionals and serving as subject matter expert*****, and coordinating and overseeing complex****** data science projects to support program, policy, and operational decision-making. supervising a team of Data Science professionals. NOTE : If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email the documents to Darlene Beamon-Thomas at Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing online. Please include your full name as it appears on your application, the exam number, and the exam title . LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS : Physical Class II - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10- pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : At the time of appointment, the successful candidate must be prepared to provide an official transcript from the college or university to verify degree(s) and courses taken. Applications submitted without a legible copy/image of the required document may not be accepted if not qualified under Option I. If you are unable to attach required/supporting documents during application submission, you may email the documents to Darlene Beamon-Thomas at Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing your application online or your application will be subjected to rejection. Please include your full name (as it appears on your application), the examination title and the examination number in the email message. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : An evaluation of education and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications, weighted 100% . Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be added to the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register accordingly. Applicants who are successful in this examination and are added to the eligible register may not apply for and compete in this examination for twelve (12) months following the date of being placed on the eligible register. Applications received before expiration from the eligible register will be rejected. AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applicants may be required/prompted to verify their email address when logging on to file an application. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com.careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This feature is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advanced notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. DO NOT GROUP YOUR EXPERIENCE . For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES : All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification . We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from the Classification Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . Please note that the Department requires applicants to show that they perform the specified duties listed on the posted Requirements as their principal work activity. It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three components: ACTION/S you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that/those action/s, and the BENEFIT that was realized from that/those actions. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security number for record control purposes only. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a social security number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed using computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. L. A. County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout L. A. County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR : (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT : Darlene Beamon-Thomas, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
Sunnyvale, California, United States
Description SENIOR WATER POLLUTION CONTROL OPERATOR Regular Full-Time Employment Opportunity Effective July 7, 2024: 3.5% increase to advertised rates. The City of Sunnyvale is seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Senior Water Pollution Control Operator . The ideal candidates will have a journeyman level understanding of Wastewater Treatment and the associated equipment and controls required to operate those systems. The Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant is a Class V Wastewater Treatment Facility with Recycled Water production. The Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant is undergoing an exciting transition, we are replacing original processes, structures, and equipment with the latest treatment technologies and we would like you to be part of that upgrade. The SWPCP is currently constructing new Screening, Pumping, Grit Removal, Sedimentation, Odor Control, Power Distribution, and SCADA system as the first major replacement effort. The Plant is also in design for a new Secondary Treatment process with Dewatering and Thickening to carry the city forward in our on-going effort to protect the bay and provide high-quality Recycled Water. The Senior Water Pollution Control (WPC) Operator provides support for their team members on an assigned shift. The Senior WPC Operator, as the shift supervisor, oversees the operation, inspection, and maintenance of the treatment process, plant equipment, and facilities. The Senior WPC Operator is a reliable communicator that prioritizes tasks and ensures that Operators, Maintenance, and other team members work in a safe and productive environment. For a complete job description, please click here: Job Description Essential Job Functions (May include, but are not limited to, the following): Performs all water pollution control operator duties including, operating centrifugal pumps, piston pumps, valves, sluice gates, blowers, mechanical bar screens, chemical feeders, chlorinators, collectors, aerators, channel masters or grinders; monitors, reads and calculates the flow of water through the Water Pollution Control Plant by meters, gauges and visual inspections. Oversees and inspects the work of assigned staff, and ensures the safe, compliant and effective operation of the plant. Coordinates emergency response measures at the plant; notifies the Department of Public Safety as needed; and is familiar with contingency plans, operations, layout and activities in the facility, including the location of all pertinent records and documents. Monitors all of the plant processes to ensure that local, state, and federal regulatory requirements are met. Reviews, comments and makes recommendations on plans and specifications for Capital Improvement Projects during design and construction at the Water Pollution Control Plant. Acts as liaison and coordinator for contractors and vendors on an as-needed-basis. Operates and makes minor repairs to engines, motors, pumps, sedimentation basins, chlorinators, contact channels and other related equipment. Becomes proficient at the use and application of the Plants Computerized Maintenance Management System and issues work orders in a timely fashion to ensure equipment is properly maintained. Certifies log books entries are accurate, complete and meet established guidelines. Performs analytical tests as needed. Performs confined space entry and may oversee such entries and ensure compliance with appropriate safety regulations. Conducts sampling and monitoring by boat in the outfall channel, sloughs and ponds as necessary. Ensures cost effective operations through the control and monitoring of electrical and chemical usage and costs. Regulates removal of primary sludge, sedimentation tank skimming and programming of sludge cycles. Checks and reviews time cards, and ensures compliance with vacancy guidelines; assists in training assigned staff and makes recommendations for improvement when needed. May act as the Designated Operator in Charge for the Water Pollution Control Operations Manager in his/her absence. WORKING CONDITIONS Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level, uneven and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires near and far vision when operating assigned equipment. Acute hearing is required in both the field and the office. The ability to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, heat, and cold. The incumbent may be exposed to chemicals, hazardous materials, skin irritants, fumes, and solvents. The nature of the work may also require the incumbent to perform confined space entries, climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles and work in heavy traffic conditions. All the work at the plant requires the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and/or established safety programs to perform the job. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience : The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way: Graduation from high school or tested equivalent, AND Three years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: Chemistry, biology and operation of: primary treatment, oxidation ponds, fixed growth reactors, air flotation tanks and filtration; polymer, chlorine and sulfur dioxide additions, and other related wastewater and water reclamation technology, equipment and practices. Principles and practices necessary in the operation of filtration and disinfection for a Water Reclamation Plant. Principal and practices necessary in the operation of the Power Generation Facility and operation of related equipment. Regulatory agency guidelines as they apply to discharges of wastewater for both receiving water and water reclamation discharge. Mechanical, electrical and hydraulic principles. Safety procedures pertaining to plant operations, including the techniques for handling and storing hazardous chemicals, and responding to and reporting chemical spills and other emergencies. Skill in: The use of hand, power, mechanical, electrical and pneumatic tools, parts and support equipment including their proper identification and application. Ability to: Carry out all of Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant standard operating procedures, and operations and maintenance requirements. Read and interpret drawings, plans, schematics and specifications. Keep accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence and memoranda. Supervise and train assigned staff. Perform all plant operations without direct supervision. Analyze and correct plant operations problems, and ensure continuous safe operation of the plant. Perform routine laboratory analysis for treatment and process control evaluation. Work as an effective member of a team capable of listening, taking direction and offering support. Travel to various and remote locations in and around the Water Pollution Control Plant, surrounding ponds and landfill area. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions, and to communicate in a professional manner both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Respond to emergencies at any time of the day or night, or on weekends or holidays; occasionally perform duties for periods longer than the normal eight-hour work day or more than five days per week, or both. Work with, in, and around influents containing industrial wastes, plant process chemicals, hazardous materials, and residential sewage. Read and interpret gauges and other recording devices reflecting wastewater treatment plant operations and make complex operational adjustments based on recorded data. Wear a respirator or breathing apparatus. Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner. Operate standard office equipment. Licenses and Certificates Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license and a safe driving record. Possession of a valid Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators Certificate issued by the California State Water Quality Control Board. Application and Selection Process If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources no later than 5:00 pm on June 17, 2024. Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. Electronic applications may be submitted on-line through the City's employment page at Sunnyvale.ca.gov and clicking on CITY JOBS. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. EXAM PROCESS Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process, which may consist of an oral examination scheduled on July 2, 2024. Note: The examination process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Director of Human Resources. If selected to continue in the process, a copy of your current California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) record printout will be required. SELECTION PROCESS Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligibility list for up to one year, in accordance with the City's Civil Service Rules and Administrative Policies. Any candidate selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check as well as a medical exam(s) administered by a City-selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly-hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing. INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION Any successful candidate selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of education (i.e., original copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts). ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Positions in this job classification are represented by the Sunnyvale Employees Association (SEA). The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The City of Sunnyvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Sunnyvale not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion (including religious dress or grooming practice), color, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding), gender identity and/or gender expression, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, family relationship, age, cancer or HIV/AIDS related medical condition, genetic characteristics and/or genetic information, and physical or mental disability. Applicants needing special accommodations for testing should submit a request to the Department of Human Resources at time of application. 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May 18, 2024
Full Time
Description SENIOR WATER POLLUTION CONTROL OPERATOR Regular Full-Time Employment Opportunity Effective July 7, 2024: 3.5% increase to advertised rates. The City of Sunnyvale is seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Senior Water Pollution Control Operator . The ideal candidates will have a journeyman level understanding of Wastewater Treatment and the associated equipment and controls required to operate those systems. The Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant is a Class V Wastewater Treatment Facility with Recycled Water production. The Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant is undergoing an exciting transition, we are replacing original processes, structures, and equipment with the latest treatment technologies and we would like you to be part of that upgrade. The SWPCP is currently constructing new Screening, Pumping, Grit Removal, Sedimentation, Odor Control, Power Distribution, and SCADA system as the first major replacement effort. The Plant is also in design for a new Secondary Treatment process with Dewatering and Thickening to carry the city forward in our on-going effort to protect the bay and provide high-quality Recycled Water. The Senior Water Pollution Control (WPC) Operator provides support for their team members on an assigned shift. The Senior WPC Operator, as the shift supervisor, oversees the operation, inspection, and maintenance of the treatment process, plant equipment, and facilities. The Senior WPC Operator is a reliable communicator that prioritizes tasks and ensures that Operators, Maintenance, and other team members work in a safe and productive environment. For a complete job description, please click here: Job Description Essential Job Functions (May include, but are not limited to, the following): Performs all water pollution control operator duties including, operating centrifugal pumps, piston pumps, valves, sluice gates, blowers, mechanical bar screens, chemical feeders, chlorinators, collectors, aerators, channel masters or grinders; monitors, reads and calculates the flow of water through the Water Pollution Control Plant by meters, gauges and visual inspections. Oversees and inspects the work of assigned staff, and ensures the safe, compliant and effective operation of the plant. Coordinates emergency response measures at the plant; notifies the Department of Public Safety as needed; and is familiar with contingency plans, operations, layout and activities in the facility, including the location of all pertinent records and documents. Monitors all of the plant processes to ensure that local, state, and federal regulatory requirements are met. Reviews, comments and makes recommendations on plans and specifications for Capital Improvement Projects during design and construction at the Water Pollution Control Plant. Acts as liaison and coordinator for contractors and vendors on an as-needed-basis. Operates and makes minor repairs to engines, motors, pumps, sedimentation basins, chlorinators, contact channels and other related equipment. Becomes proficient at the use and application of the Plants Computerized Maintenance Management System and issues work orders in a timely fashion to ensure equipment is properly maintained. Certifies log books entries are accurate, complete and meet established guidelines. Performs analytical tests as needed. Performs confined space entry and may oversee such entries and ensure compliance with appropriate safety regulations. Conducts sampling and monitoring by boat in the outfall channel, sloughs and ponds as necessary. Ensures cost effective operations through the control and monitoring of electrical and chemical usage and costs. Regulates removal of primary sludge, sedimentation tank skimming and programming of sludge cycles. Checks and reviews time cards, and ensures compliance with vacancy guidelines; assists in training assigned staff and makes recommendations for improvement when needed. May act as the Designated Operator in Charge for the Water Pollution Control Operations Manager in his/her absence. WORKING CONDITIONS Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level, uneven and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires near and far vision when operating assigned equipment. Acute hearing is required in both the field and the office. The ability to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, heat, and cold. The incumbent may be exposed to chemicals, hazardous materials, skin irritants, fumes, and solvents. The nature of the work may also require the incumbent to perform confined space entries, climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles and work in heavy traffic conditions. All the work at the plant requires the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and/or established safety programs to perform the job. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience : The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way: Graduation from high school or tested equivalent, AND Three years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: Chemistry, biology and operation of: primary treatment, oxidation ponds, fixed growth reactors, air flotation tanks and filtration; polymer, chlorine and sulfur dioxide additions, and other related wastewater and water reclamation technology, equipment and practices. Principles and practices necessary in the operation of filtration and disinfection for a Water Reclamation Plant. Principal and practices necessary in the operation of the Power Generation Facility and operation of related equipment. Regulatory agency guidelines as they apply to discharges of wastewater for both receiving water and water reclamation discharge. Mechanical, electrical and hydraulic principles. Safety procedures pertaining to plant operations, including the techniques for handling and storing hazardous chemicals, and responding to and reporting chemical spills and other emergencies. Skill in: The use of hand, power, mechanical, electrical and pneumatic tools, parts and support equipment including their proper identification and application. Ability to: Carry out all of Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant standard operating procedures, and operations and maintenance requirements. Read and interpret drawings, plans, schematics and specifications. Keep accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence and memoranda. Supervise and train assigned staff. Perform all plant operations without direct supervision. Analyze and correct plant operations problems, and ensure continuous safe operation of the plant. Perform routine laboratory analysis for treatment and process control evaluation. Work as an effective member of a team capable of listening, taking direction and offering support. Travel to various and remote locations in and around the Water Pollution Control Plant, surrounding ponds and landfill area. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions, and to communicate in a professional manner both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Respond to emergencies at any time of the day or night, or on weekends or holidays; occasionally perform duties for periods longer than the normal eight-hour work day or more than five days per week, or both. Work with, in, and around influents containing industrial wastes, plant process chemicals, hazardous materials, and residential sewage. Read and interpret gauges and other recording devices reflecting wastewater treatment plant operations and make complex operational adjustments based on recorded data. Wear a respirator or breathing apparatus. Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner. Operate standard office equipment. Licenses and Certificates Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license and a safe driving record. Possession of a valid Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators Certificate issued by the California State Water Quality Control Board. Application and Selection Process If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources no later than 5:00 pm on June 17, 2024. Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. Electronic applications may be submitted on-line through the City's employment page at Sunnyvale.ca.gov and clicking on CITY JOBS. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. EXAM PROCESS Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process, which may consist of an oral examination scheduled on July 2, 2024. Note: The examination process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Director of Human Resources. If selected to continue in the process, a copy of your current California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) record printout will be required. SELECTION PROCESS Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligibility list for up to one year, in accordance with the City's Civil Service Rules and Administrative Policies. Any candidate selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check as well as a medical exam(s) administered by a City-selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly-hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing. INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION Any successful candidate selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of education (i.e., original copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts). ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Positions in this job classification are represented by the Sunnyvale Employees Association (SEA). The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The City of Sunnyvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Sunnyvale not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion (including religious dress or grooming practice), color, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding), gender identity and/or gender expression, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, family relationship, age, cancer or HIV/AIDS related medical condition, genetic characteristics and/or genetic information, and physical or mental disability. Applicants needing special accommodations for testing should submit a request to the Department of Human Resources at time of application. 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PLACER COUNTY, CA
Auburn, California, United States
Introduction Placer County is comprised of over 1,400 square miles of beautiful and diverse geography, ranging from the residential and commercial areas of South Placer, through the historic foothill areas of Auburn, Foresthill, and Colfax, and to the County's jewel of the North Lake Tahoe basin. Placer is a great place to live, work, play, and learn! For more information about Placer County, please visit www.placer.ca.gov . POSITION INFORMATION Placer County is currently accepting applications to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Works (Engineering Division, Transportation Planning Division, Floodplain & Stormwater Division, and Environmental Utilities Division) and the Community Development Resource Agency (Building Services and Engineering & Surveying Division) . This is an exciting leadership position that includes supervision of an engineering team. The position will have direct involvement with multiple County departments and divisions, as well as interfacing with developers, applicants, private engineers, and numerous agencies. The ideal candidate should possess a strong desire and technical engineering skill set to lead other County staff towards the delivery of successful projects along with a high comfort level and aptitude with oral and written communications to foster positive relationships internal and external to the County for the greater good of the communities we serve . Department of Public Works - Engineering Division : This division is responsible for the design and construction of capital improvement projects on the western slope of Placer County. Examples of projects include bridge replacement projects, roadway widening projects, bike facilities, pedestrian walkways, and more. Ideal candidates will possess excellent attention to detail and an interest in roadway design and construction. Department of Public Works - Transportation Planning Division : This division is responsible for long range transportation planning, traffic safety, transportation funding and fee programs, as well as regional coordination. This division also reviews land development projects for consistency with applicable transportation goals and policies, as well as compliance with CEQA. Ideal candidates will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with the motivation to improve the communities of Placer County. Department of Public Works - Floodplain and Stormwater Division : This division manages the County’s three stormwater quality permits, water quality monitoring program, and the FEMA floodplain program. This position includes working with the public and consultants to resolve stormwater and floodplain requirements per county ordinance, as well as working with state/federal regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with state and federal laws. The ideal candidate will have experience with GIS databases as well as ability for interpreting and responding to regulatory requirements and good interpersonal skills (written and verbal). Department of Public Works - Environmental Utilities Division : This division is responsible for managing sewer and solid waste infrastructure spanning the County through contracts and utility crews; performing land development plan review and construction inspections; completing capital improvement projects; overseeing closed landfill solid waste contract management; conducting legislative compliance and outreach; and building regional relationships for ground water management and regional sewer. Department of Public Works - Western Placer Waste Management Authority (WPWMA): This division is a Joint Powers Authority comprised of Placer County and the cities of Lincoln, Rocklin, and Roseville and serves the waste and recycling needs for most Placer County residents and businesses - excluding the Tahoe and Truckee area. The WPWMA campus consists of a mixed-waste Materials Recovery Facility, a Construction and Demolition recycling facility, composting facilities, a household hazardous waste facility, recycling buyback and public drop off facilities in addition to the only active landfill in Placer County. Community Development Resource Agency - Building Services : Building Services, the County’s building department, is responsible for reviewing construction drawings, issuing building permits, and conducting field inspections of private development to ensure compliance with the Placer County Code and State of California Title 24 Building Standards Code (building code). This position is a working supervisor responsible for the day-to-day operations of the commercial and industrial plan check team. Community Development Resource Agency - Engineering & Surveying Division: This division provides review and oversight of grading, drainage, water quality, and site infrastructure improvements for private land development projects; performs construction inspection services; issues Grading Permits; oversees permitted surface mining operations; assigns addresses; reviews and records maps for the subdivision of land within the unincorporated areas of Placer County. This position is for a working supervisor responsible for the day-today operations of the Construction Inspection team providing construction inspection services of site improvements required for private land development projects, as well as for mines regulated under SMARA. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of construction project management, construction methods and standards, and have good interpersonal skills (written and verbal). *General Wage Increase: This classification is scheduled to receive a general wage increase of 4% in July 2024. This continuous recruitment will remain open for the calendar year, or until the final filing date, whichever occurs first. The eligible list established from this continuous recruitment will expire by the end of the calendar year. Applicants will be eligible to reapply and take an examination if a new recruitment opens the following calendar year. BENEFITS Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department. Click here to view Placer Public Employees Organization (PPEO) benefits . For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer, please visit Placer County's Human Resources website. DEFINITION To plan, organize, and direct professional engineering work related to the investigation, planning, design, construction, operations or maintenance of public infrastructure, systems, projects and/or development; to coordinate engineering functions with other divisions, departments or outside agencies; and to provide highly responsible technical support to management staff in the assigned department. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This level recognizes positions that provide full second-line, direct supervision to employees within a work section and/or assumes substantive and significant programmatic responsibility in a defined area or specialty. This job class also provides high level engineering support to the assigned Department. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general direction from the Deputy Director, Assistant Director or other assigned management staff of assigned department. May exercise direct supervision over supervisory, professional, technical, and clerical personnel. Exercises functional and technical supervision over assigned personnel. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Provide supervision, leadership and direction to professional, technical and clerical staff in support of assigned department(s) and program(s); act as a resource to teams in providing engineering assistance and services. Consult with department director and other management staff in the formulation of administrative policies; develop, implement and maintain policies and procedures related to assigned area(s) of responsibility; participate in the development and maintenance of operating policies, procedures and manuals. Develop, recommend and implement section goals and objectives; establish schedules, performance methods and standards for engineering projects and practices; develop and implement policies and procedures. Plan, develop, oversee, review, approve and participate in engineering work of assigned section or area of work. Evaluate operations and activities of assigned unit; implement process improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations, activities and projects. Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for projects, equipment and staff; monitor and control expenditures. Participate in the selection of staff; coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; recommend discipline; implement discipline procedures as directed. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service. Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints. Represent assigned department/division/section to the public as well as other County employees and managers in a positive and productive manner. Make presentations at public meetings and hearings. Develop, oversee and participate in the management of professional services and/or construction contracts. Perform related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 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: Five years of increasingly responsible experience in engineering, including two years of supervisory responsibility. Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field. Required License or Certificate: Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in an appropriate discipline as issued by the State of California. May need to possess a valid driver's license as required by the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Principles and practices of civil engineering. Pertinent local, State and Federal rules, regulations and laws. Basic principles and practices of County-wide operations and County administration and organization. Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment. Principles and practices of research, analysis and management. Budgeting procedures and techniques. Standard and accepted principles and practices of motivation, team building and conflict resolution. Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluations. Principles and practices of work safety. Ability to: Organize, implement and direct engineering operations and/or activities. On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of assigned 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 a telephone, and communicate through written means; and occasionally lift moderate weight. Interpret and explain pertinent local, state, federal and department policies and procedures. Perform the most complex work of the unit. Assist in the development and monitoring of an assigned program budget. Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations. Plan, supervise, train and evaluate the work activities of supervisory and/or professional, technical and clerical staff; act as a positive and effective team member. Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions; project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. SELECTION PROCEDURE Training & Experience Rating (100%) Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant’s education, training, and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination (which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation), sign a constitutional oath, and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation (which may include a voice stress analysis and/or a polygraph), and/or be bonded. Additionally, positions in law enforcement classifications and those supporting law enforcement functions will be required to complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process. Applicants for positions with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification. Failure to clear these requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn. SUBSTITUTE LISTS The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be certified as a substitute list for a substantially similar classification. For this purpose, a substantially similar classification is one at a lower level in the same classification (example: entry level vs. journey level) and/or a similar classification (similar work performed, similar training and experience qualifications required). If you are contacted for an interview by a County department, you will be informed of the classification and other relevant information. If you choose not to interview for a substantially similar classification, you will remain on the eligible list for which you originally applied. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Placer County offers an expedited process for qualifying certain applicants for interviews. Candidates currently employed, or employed within the last year, by a public agency operating under a personnel civil service or merit system may be eligible to be placed on a Public Agency Eligible List and certified as eligible for appointment to a similar job assignment without going through the examination process. For more information on the Public Agency Eligible List, to download forms, or to apply, please click here . Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer, and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race (including traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, ancestry, religion (including creed and belief), national origin, citizenship, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decision making, political orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Conclusion For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Janine Martindale, Administrative Technician, at jmartind@placer.ca.gov or (530) 889-4083. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
Introduction Placer County is comprised of over 1,400 square miles of beautiful and diverse geography, ranging from the residential and commercial areas of South Placer, through the historic foothill areas of Auburn, Foresthill, and Colfax, and to the County's jewel of the North Lake Tahoe basin. Placer is a great place to live, work, play, and learn! For more information about Placer County, please visit www.placer.ca.gov . POSITION INFORMATION Placer County is currently accepting applications to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Works (Engineering Division, Transportation Planning Division, Floodplain & Stormwater Division, and Environmental Utilities Division) and the Community Development Resource Agency (Building Services and Engineering & Surveying Division) . This is an exciting leadership position that includes supervision of an engineering team. The position will have direct involvement with multiple County departments and divisions, as well as interfacing with developers, applicants, private engineers, and numerous agencies. The ideal candidate should possess a strong desire and technical engineering skill set to lead other County staff towards the delivery of successful projects along with a high comfort level and aptitude with oral and written communications to foster positive relationships internal and external to the County for the greater good of the communities we serve . Department of Public Works - Engineering Division : This division is responsible for the design and construction of capital improvement projects on the western slope of Placer County. Examples of projects include bridge replacement projects, roadway widening projects, bike facilities, pedestrian walkways, and more. Ideal candidates will possess excellent attention to detail and an interest in roadway design and construction. Department of Public Works - Transportation Planning Division : This division is responsible for long range transportation planning, traffic safety, transportation funding and fee programs, as well as regional coordination. This division also reviews land development projects for consistency with applicable transportation goals and policies, as well as compliance with CEQA. Ideal candidates will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with the motivation to improve the communities of Placer County. Department of Public Works - Floodplain and Stormwater Division : This division manages the County’s three stormwater quality permits, water quality monitoring program, and the FEMA floodplain program. This position includes working with the public and consultants to resolve stormwater and floodplain requirements per county ordinance, as well as working with state/federal regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with state and federal laws. The ideal candidate will have experience with GIS databases as well as ability for interpreting and responding to regulatory requirements and good interpersonal skills (written and verbal). Department of Public Works - Environmental Utilities Division : This division is responsible for managing sewer and solid waste infrastructure spanning the County through contracts and utility crews; performing land development plan review and construction inspections; completing capital improvement projects; overseeing closed landfill solid waste contract management; conducting legislative compliance and outreach; and building regional relationships for ground water management and regional sewer. Department of Public Works - Western Placer Waste Management Authority (WPWMA): This division is a Joint Powers Authority comprised of Placer County and the cities of Lincoln, Rocklin, and Roseville and serves the waste and recycling needs for most Placer County residents and businesses - excluding the Tahoe and Truckee area. The WPWMA campus consists of a mixed-waste Materials Recovery Facility, a Construction and Demolition recycling facility, composting facilities, a household hazardous waste facility, recycling buyback and public drop off facilities in addition to the only active landfill in Placer County. Community Development Resource Agency - Building Services : Building Services, the County’s building department, is responsible for reviewing construction drawings, issuing building permits, and conducting field inspections of private development to ensure compliance with the Placer County Code and State of California Title 24 Building Standards Code (building code). This position is a working supervisor responsible for the day-to-day operations of the commercial and industrial plan check team. Community Development Resource Agency - Engineering & Surveying Division: This division provides review and oversight of grading, drainage, water quality, and site infrastructure improvements for private land development projects; performs construction inspection services; issues Grading Permits; oversees permitted surface mining operations; assigns addresses; reviews and records maps for the subdivision of land within the unincorporated areas of Placer County. This position is for a working supervisor responsible for the day-today operations of the Construction Inspection team providing construction inspection services of site improvements required for private land development projects, as well as for mines regulated under SMARA. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of construction project management, construction methods and standards, and have good interpersonal skills (written and verbal). *General Wage Increase: This classification is scheduled to receive a general wage increase of 4% in July 2024. This continuous recruitment will remain open for the calendar year, or until the final filing date, whichever occurs first. The eligible list established from this continuous recruitment will expire by the end of the calendar year. Applicants will be eligible to reapply and take an examination if a new recruitment opens the following calendar year. BENEFITS Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department. Click here to view Placer Public Employees Organization (PPEO) benefits . For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer, please visit Placer County's Human Resources website. DEFINITION To plan, organize, and direct professional engineering work related to the investigation, planning, design, construction, operations or maintenance of public infrastructure, systems, projects and/or development; to coordinate engineering functions with other divisions, departments or outside agencies; and to provide highly responsible technical support to management staff in the assigned department. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This level recognizes positions that provide full second-line, direct supervision to employees within a work section and/or assumes substantive and significant programmatic responsibility in a defined area or specialty. This job class also provides high level engineering support to the assigned Department. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general direction from the Deputy Director, Assistant Director or other assigned management staff of assigned department. May exercise direct supervision over supervisory, professional, technical, and clerical personnel. Exercises functional and technical supervision over assigned personnel. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Provide supervision, leadership and direction to professional, technical and clerical staff in support of assigned department(s) and program(s); act as a resource to teams in providing engineering assistance and services. Consult with department director and other management staff in the formulation of administrative policies; develop, implement and maintain policies and procedures related to assigned area(s) of responsibility; participate in the development and maintenance of operating policies, procedures and manuals. Develop, recommend and implement section goals and objectives; establish schedules, performance methods and standards for engineering projects and practices; develop and implement policies and procedures. Plan, develop, oversee, review, approve and participate in engineering work of assigned section or area of work. Evaluate operations and activities of assigned unit; implement process improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations, activities and projects. Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for projects, equipment and staff; monitor and control expenditures. Participate in the selection of staff; coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; recommend discipline; implement discipline procedures as directed. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service. Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints. Represent assigned department/division/section to the public as well as other County employees and managers in a positive and productive manner. Make presentations at public meetings and hearings. Develop, oversee and participate in the management of professional services and/or construction contracts. Perform related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 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: Five years of increasingly responsible experience in engineering, including two years of supervisory responsibility. Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field. Required License or Certificate: Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in an appropriate discipline as issued by the State of California. May need to possess a valid driver's license as required by the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Principles and practices of civil engineering. Pertinent local, State and Federal rules, regulations and laws. Basic principles and practices of County-wide operations and County administration and organization. Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment. Principles and practices of research, analysis and management. Budgeting procedures and techniques. Standard and accepted principles and practices of motivation, team building and conflict resolution. Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluations. Principles and practices of work safety. Ability to: Organize, implement and direct engineering operations and/or activities. On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of assigned 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 a telephone, and communicate through written means; and occasionally lift moderate weight. Interpret and explain pertinent local, state, federal and department policies and procedures. Perform the most complex work of the unit. Assist in the development and monitoring of an assigned program budget. Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations. Plan, supervise, train and evaluate the work activities of supervisory and/or professional, technical and clerical staff; act as a positive and effective team member. Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions; project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. SELECTION PROCEDURE Training & Experience Rating (100%) Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant’s education, training, and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination (which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation), sign a constitutional oath, and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation (which may include a voice stress analysis and/or a polygraph), and/or be bonded. Additionally, positions in law enforcement classifications and those supporting law enforcement functions will be required to complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process. Applicants for positions with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification. Failure to clear these requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn. SUBSTITUTE LISTS The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be certified as a substitute list for a substantially similar classification. For this purpose, a substantially similar classification is one at a lower level in the same classification (example: entry level vs. journey level) and/or a similar classification (similar work performed, similar training and experience qualifications required). If you are contacted for an interview by a County department, you will be informed of the classification and other relevant information. If you choose not to interview for a substantially similar classification, you will remain on the eligible list for which you originally applied. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Placer County offers an expedited process for qualifying certain applicants for interviews. Candidates currently employed, or employed within the last year, by a public agency operating under a personnel civil service or merit system may be eligible to be placed on a Public Agency Eligible List and certified as eligible for appointment to a similar job assignment without going through the examination process. For more information on the Public Agency Eligible List, to download forms, or to apply, please click here . Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer, and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race (including traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, ancestry, religion (including creed and belief), national origin, citizenship, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decision making, political orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Conclusion For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Janine Martindale, Administrative Technician, at jmartind@placer.ca.gov or (530) 889-4083. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
CITY OF VENTURA, CA
501 Poli Street, Ventura, California 93001, USA
THE POSITION The City of Ventura Water Department is looking for a Utility Billing Specialist - Senior Utility Billing Specialist to join the team. We are seeking detailed oriented candidates who are dedicated to meeting customer expectations and requirements. This is a great entry level position for candidates with customer service experience and customer billing, clerical accounting experience or college level coursework in accounting, finance, business administration or the like. WHAT YOU’LL DO Reporting to the Utility Billing Supervisor, the Utility Billing Specialist - Senior Utility Billing Specialist is key to providing front line customer care and accounting work to Ventura Water customers daily. This team member handles a high volume of customer inquiries from open to close and is responsible for providing information and assistance to the public by phone, mail, and computer. Additionally, this Utility Billing Specialist performs detailed clerical work, maintaining water and wastewater billing accounts and processing billing. Utility Billing Specialist is the entry-level class in the utility billing series. At this level, Specialists are expected to perform the more routine and less complex customer care and maintenance of customer accounts related to utility billing while receiving technical and functional direction and training. Positions are flexibly staffed, and Utility Billing Specialists are expected to advance to the Senior Utility Billing Specialist classification upon obtaining the required experience and demonstrated proficiency in performing the assigned functions. Senior Utility Billing Specialist is the journey-level class in the utility billing series. This class performs the full range of customer care and maintenance of customer accounts in support of utility billing. Senior Utility Billing Specialists work with occasional instruction/assistance and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. They may provide lead direction over the Utility Billing Specialist and are normally filled by advancement from the Utility Billing Specialist level. WHO YOU ARE If you have the desire to join a dedicated team of customer service professionals, this position may be for you! If through education, training and/or experience, you: thrive on providing responsive support to first-hand customer inquiries daily, read situations quickly, stepping up to handle difficult customer situations, eliminate roadblocks to handle multiple priorities while maintaining professional composure, excel at the review of data for accuracy, identifying errors or problems, then you are an ideal candidate for this position. Currently, there is one full-time position available. This recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies. MORE INFORMATION For additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position, refer to the job descriptions located on the City’s Career Page at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs or by clicking here Utility Billing Specialist - Senior Utility Billing Specialist Utility Billing Specialist - Senior Utility Billing Specialist titles are pending City Council approval. THE SCHEDULE This recruitment will follow the below timeline. Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at 5:30 pm - Application Deadline. Applications must be submitted by this date to be considered for the position. May 27, 2024 - Candidates will be notified by email of their status by this date. Week of June 3, 2024 - Oral Panel Interviews are tentatively scheduled for this date. Qualifying candidates will be notified by email if they are invited to the panel interview process. Week of June 17, 2024 -Department Selection Interviews are tentatively scheduled for this date. Qualifying candidates will be notified by email if they are invited to the panel interview process. July 1, 2024 - Candidates will be notified of the outcome of the interview by this date. The timeline dates are subject to change. Candidates will be notified as necessary. SALARY AND BENEFITS The City offers a total compensation package that includes both a generous salary and other benefits! SALARY : $24.64 - $29.96Hourly DOQ BENEFITS: Refer to the benefits tab on the job posting for specific information on City benefits. HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete an online City Job Application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline, Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at 5:30 pm . If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov . POSITION QUALIFICATIONS WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO QUALIFY A combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to completion of high school and one year of customer service experience, including some customer billing or clerical accounting experience. Additional financial and/or statistical record keeping experience or college level course work in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field is highly desirable. In addition, Senior Utility Billing Specialist requires one year of experience equivalent to that of an Utility Billing Specialist with the City of Ventura, or two years of customer service experience, including customer billing or clerical accounting experience and maintaining financial and/or statistical records. Prior experience with a public agency is highly desirable. Additional specialized training or college level coursework in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field is highly desirable. License : Possession of a valid California driver's license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. APPLICATION AND INTERVIEW PROCESS YOUR APPLICATION Submit an online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline or first review date at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs . It is important that your City job application shows all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess. Resumes, CVs and cover letters may be attached to your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application or supplemental questionnaire. Submitting an incomplete application or supplemental questionnaire may disqualify you from further consideration in the recruitment process. DEADLINE TO APPLY : Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted until Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at 5:30 pm. APPLICATION REVIEW: All applications and supplemental questionnaires submitted will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified based on experience, training, and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Candidates will be notified about their status after the filing deadline. INTERVIEW DATES AND INFORMATION : A select number of candidates will be invited to a qualifying panel interview process that is tentatively scheduled for the Week of June 3, 2024 . Select candidates will be notified of specifics after the filing deadline. The department selection interviews are tentatively scheduled for the Week of June 17, 2024 . Candidates selected to move forward will be notified. The Eligibility List established for this classification may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail: recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov . THE ORGANIZATION The City of Ventura operates under the Council/ Manager form of government under a charter adopted by voters in 1934, with an elected seven-member City Council. This full-service municipality is supported by 11 major City departments: City Manager, City Attorney, Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, Community Development, Parks & Recreation, Fire, Police, Public Works, and Ventura Water. The City’s Adopted FY 2023/2024 Operating and Capital budget totals approximately $428.8 million. The City Council and the City Manager are dedicated to the highest standards of integrity, public service, and innovative approaches to governing. To learn more about the City of Ventura, please visit www.cityofventura.ca.gov and view the FY2023-24 Adopted Budget. CITY OF VENTURA The City of Ventura is located just north of Los Angeles County and south of Santa Barbara County and is frequently considered one of America’s most desirable places to live. The City is a full-service municipality that was founded in 1782, incorporated in 1866, and serves nearly 110,000 residents within its 32 square miles. With nearly 700 employees, the City is dedicated to delivering key services to our businesses, residents, and visitors to ensure Ventura remains a fiscally stable, economically vibrant, safe, clean, and desirable community. Locals and visitors enjoy Ventura’s impressive park system that includes 32 parks and historic sites, and more than 800 acres of open green space. The City offers a remarkable year-round climate, friendly people, and a spectacular coastline. Ventura is an exciting location for a variety of outdoor activities such as biking, hiking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, sailing, surfing, whale watching and windsurfing. Other activities include the Channel Islands National Park, championship golf, world-class shopping, wine tours, and more. Learn more about the City of Ventura at www.CityofVentura.ca.gov DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION The City of Ventura values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the City derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in public service, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations, and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they’re counting on us. The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team! Employment Information: Right to Work : Before employment candidates must submit documentation verifying legal right to work in the United States. Background Check : A pre-employment verification of background, references, and medical examination will be conducted. A drug screening may be required for some positions. Applicants for positions using City vehicles may be required to submit a DMV report. Probationary Period : Twelve months Deferred Compensation: $442 per year will be matched in a 457 Plan. Medical & Dental Insurance: Up to $691 monthly towards a selection of plans. Medical and dental insurance is effective the first of the second month after date of hire. Optional Benefits: $469 monthly, applied toward medical insurance premiums. Cash-out option is not available. Vision Insurance: City paid coverage for employees and dependents. Vision insurance is effective the first of the second month after date of hire. Life Insurance: City paid term life insurance equal to the employee's annual salary, and dependent life insurance of $2,000 per dependent. Disability Insurance: City paid short and long-term disability coverage. Retirement: Tier I - 2% @ 55/Single Highest Year of Compensation for Classic CalPERS members who worked for the City prior to December 31, 2012 and are returning to City employment. Employees make a 7% member contribution, and may be subject to compensation limits per Section 401(a)(17) of the IRC. Tier II - 2% @ 60/3-Year Final Compensation Period for Classic CalPERS members with less than a six-month break in service from another CalPERS or CalPERS'-reciprocal agency. Employees make a 7% member contribution, and may be subject to compensation limits per Section 401(a)(17) of the IRC. Tier III - 2% at 62/3-Year Final Compensation Period for New CalPERS members. Employees make a 6.25% member contribution, and are subject to compensation limits per Government Code Section 7522.10. Additional details regarding the City's retirement plan will be provided to candidates during the job offer process. Social Security: CalPERS members do not participate in Social Security retirement. Receiving a CalPERS benefit may affect your social security upon retirement. For further information contact a Social Security office or www.socialsecurity.gov/form1945 . Medicare: Employees participate only in the Medicare portion of Social Security. There is a 1.45% payroll deduction for this benefit. Annual Leave: 14.5 days per year, increasing to 24.5 days after 15 years service, for vacation or sick leave. Employees may use vacation after successful completion of probation. Personal Leave: 27 hours per calendar year. Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year. Winter Holiday Break: 18 hours of Winter Optional Holiday time. City Hall closure December 25th to January 1st. Part-Time Benefits: Regular part-time employees receive insurance, optional benefits, vacation, holidays, sick leave and disability programs proportionate to their regular work hours. Tuition Reimbursement: $2,500 per year for tuition and books for courses taken at accredited institution after completion of probation. Student Loan Forgiveness: The City currently qualifies as an eligible employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Direct Deposit: Paychecks are automatically deposited to employee accounts. Flexible Workweek: A 9/80 workweek is available for some positions. Wellness Program: A comprehensive program is available, including on-site gym, exercise classes, downtown/beach walking routes, weight loss, and tips on nutrition and healthy lifestyle. Professional Development: The City of Ventura is a LinkedIn Learning organization. LinkedIn Learning online classes are available with a library of more than 13,000 courses taught by real-world experts. Users can download certificates and customize learning paths that match their roles and competencies. Closing Date/Time: 5/21/2024 5:30 PM Pacific
Apr 27, 2024
Full Time
THE POSITION The City of Ventura Water Department is looking for a Utility Billing Specialist - Senior Utility Billing Specialist to join the team. We are seeking detailed oriented candidates who are dedicated to meeting customer expectations and requirements. This is a great entry level position for candidates with customer service experience and customer billing, clerical accounting experience or college level coursework in accounting, finance, business administration or the like. WHAT YOU’LL DO Reporting to the Utility Billing Supervisor, the Utility Billing Specialist - Senior Utility Billing Specialist is key to providing front line customer care and accounting work to Ventura Water customers daily. This team member handles a high volume of customer inquiries from open to close and is responsible for providing information and assistance to the public by phone, mail, and computer. Additionally, this Utility Billing Specialist performs detailed clerical work, maintaining water and wastewater billing accounts and processing billing. Utility Billing Specialist is the entry-level class in the utility billing series. At this level, Specialists are expected to perform the more routine and less complex customer care and maintenance of customer accounts related to utility billing while receiving technical and functional direction and training. Positions are flexibly staffed, and Utility Billing Specialists are expected to advance to the Senior Utility Billing Specialist classification upon obtaining the required experience and demonstrated proficiency in performing the assigned functions. Senior Utility Billing Specialist is the journey-level class in the utility billing series. This class performs the full range of customer care and maintenance of customer accounts in support of utility billing. Senior Utility Billing Specialists work with occasional instruction/assistance and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. They may provide lead direction over the Utility Billing Specialist and are normally filled by advancement from the Utility Billing Specialist level. WHO YOU ARE If you have the desire to join a dedicated team of customer service professionals, this position may be for you! If through education, training and/or experience, you: thrive on providing responsive support to first-hand customer inquiries daily, read situations quickly, stepping up to handle difficult customer situations, eliminate roadblocks to handle multiple priorities while maintaining professional composure, excel at the review of data for accuracy, identifying errors or problems, then you are an ideal candidate for this position. Currently, there is one full-time position available. This recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies. MORE INFORMATION For additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position, refer to the job descriptions located on the City’s Career Page at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs or by clicking here Utility Billing Specialist - Senior Utility Billing Specialist Utility Billing Specialist - Senior Utility Billing Specialist titles are pending City Council approval. THE SCHEDULE This recruitment will follow the below timeline. Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at 5:30 pm - Application Deadline. Applications must be submitted by this date to be considered for the position. May 27, 2024 - Candidates will be notified by email of their status by this date. Week of June 3, 2024 - Oral Panel Interviews are tentatively scheduled for this date. Qualifying candidates will be notified by email if they are invited to the panel interview process. Week of June 17, 2024 -Department Selection Interviews are tentatively scheduled for this date. Qualifying candidates will be notified by email if they are invited to the panel interview process. July 1, 2024 - Candidates will be notified of the outcome of the interview by this date. The timeline dates are subject to change. Candidates will be notified as necessary. SALARY AND BENEFITS The City offers a total compensation package that includes both a generous salary and other benefits! SALARY : $24.64 - $29.96Hourly DOQ BENEFITS: Refer to the benefits tab on the job posting for specific information on City benefits. HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete an online City Job Application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline, Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at 5:30 pm . If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov . POSITION QUALIFICATIONS WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO QUALIFY A combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to completion of high school and one year of customer service experience, including some customer billing or clerical accounting experience. Additional financial and/or statistical record keeping experience or college level course work in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field is highly desirable. In addition, Senior Utility Billing Specialist requires one year of experience equivalent to that of an Utility Billing Specialist with the City of Ventura, or two years of customer service experience, including customer billing or clerical accounting experience and maintaining financial and/or statistical records. Prior experience with a public agency is highly desirable. Additional specialized training or college level coursework in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field is highly desirable. License : Possession of a valid California driver's license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. APPLICATION AND INTERVIEW PROCESS YOUR APPLICATION Submit an online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline or first review date at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs . It is important that your City job application shows all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess. Resumes, CVs and cover letters may be attached to your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application or supplemental questionnaire. Submitting an incomplete application or supplemental questionnaire may disqualify you from further consideration in the recruitment process. DEADLINE TO APPLY : Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted until Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at 5:30 pm. APPLICATION REVIEW: All applications and supplemental questionnaires submitted will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified based on experience, training, and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Candidates will be notified about their status after the filing deadline. INTERVIEW DATES AND INFORMATION : A select number of candidates will be invited to a qualifying panel interview process that is tentatively scheduled for the Week of June 3, 2024 . Select candidates will be notified of specifics after the filing deadline. The department selection interviews are tentatively scheduled for the Week of June 17, 2024 . Candidates selected to move forward will be notified. The Eligibility List established for this classification may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail: recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov . THE ORGANIZATION The City of Ventura operates under the Council/ Manager form of government under a charter adopted by voters in 1934, with an elected seven-member City Council. This full-service municipality is supported by 11 major City departments: City Manager, City Attorney, Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, Community Development, Parks & Recreation, Fire, Police, Public Works, and Ventura Water. The City’s Adopted FY 2023/2024 Operating and Capital budget totals approximately $428.8 million. The City Council and the City Manager are dedicated to the highest standards of integrity, public service, and innovative approaches to governing. To learn more about the City of Ventura, please visit www.cityofventura.ca.gov and view the FY2023-24 Adopted Budget. CITY OF VENTURA The City of Ventura is located just north of Los Angeles County and south of Santa Barbara County and is frequently considered one of America’s most desirable places to live. The City is a full-service municipality that was founded in 1782, incorporated in 1866, and serves nearly 110,000 residents within its 32 square miles. With nearly 700 employees, the City is dedicated to delivering key services to our businesses, residents, and visitors to ensure Ventura remains a fiscally stable, economically vibrant, safe, clean, and desirable community. Locals and visitors enjoy Ventura’s impressive park system that includes 32 parks and historic sites, and more than 800 acres of open green space. The City offers a remarkable year-round climate, friendly people, and a spectacular coastline. Ventura is an exciting location for a variety of outdoor activities such as biking, hiking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, sailing, surfing, whale watching and windsurfing. Other activities include the Channel Islands National Park, championship golf, world-class shopping, wine tours, and more. Learn more about the City of Ventura at www.CityofVentura.ca.gov DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION The City of Ventura values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the City derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in public service, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations, and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they’re counting on us. The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team! Employment Information: Right to Work : Before employment candidates must submit documentation verifying legal right to work in the United States. Background Check : A pre-employment verification of background, references, and medical examination will be conducted. A drug screening may be required for some positions. Applicants for positions using City vehicles may be required to submit a DMV report. Probationary Period : Twelve months Deferred Compensation: $442 per year will be matched in a 457 Plan. Medical & Dental Insurance: Up to $691 monthly towards a selection of plans. Medical and dental insurance is effective the first of the second month after date of hire. Optional Benefits: $469 monthly, applied toward medical insurance premiums. Cash-out option is not available. Vision Insurance: City paid coverage for employees and dependents. Vision insurance is effective the first of the second month after date of hire. Life Insurance: City paid term life insurance equal to the employee's annual salary, and dependent life insurance of $2,000 per dependent. Disability Insurance: City paid short and long-term disability coverage. Retirement: Tier I - 2% @ 55/Single Highest Year of Compensation for Classic CalPERS members who worked for the City prior to December 31, 2012 and are returning to City employment. Employees make a 7% member contribution, and may be subject to compensation limits per Section 401(a)(17) of the IRC. Tier II - 2% @ 60/3-Year Final Compensation Period for Classic CalPERS members with less than a six-month break in service from another CalPERS or CalPERS'-reciprocal agency. Employees make a 7% member contribution, and may be subject to compensation limits per Section 401(a)(17) of the IRC. Tier III - 2% at 62/3-Year Final Compensation Period for New CalPERS members. Employees make a 6.25% member contribution, and are subject to compensation limits per Government Code Section 7522.10. Additional details regarding the City's retirement plan will be provided to candidates during the job offer process. Social Security: CalPERS members do not participate in Social Security retirement. Receiving a CalPERS benefit may affect your social security upon retirement. For further information contact a Social Security office or www.socialsecurity.gov/form1945 . Medicare: Employees participate only in the Medicare portion of Social Security. There is a 1.45% payroll deduction for this benefit. Annual Leave: 14.5 days per year, increasing to 24.5 days after 15 years service, for vacation or sick leave. Employees may use vacation after successful completion of probation. Personal Leave: 27 hours per calendar year. Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year. Winter Holiday Break: 18 hours of Winter Optional Holiday time. City Hall closure December 25th to January 1st. Part-Time Benefits: Regular part-time employees receive insurance, optional benefits, vacation, holidays, sick leave and disability programs proportionate to their regular work hours. Tuition Reimbursement: $2,500 per year for tuition and books for courses taken at accredited institution after completion of probation. Student Loan Forgiveness: The City currently qualifies as an eligible employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Direct Deposit: Paychecks are automatically deposited to employee accounts. Flexible Workweek: A 9/80 workweek is available for some positions. Wellness Program: A comprehensive program is available, including on-site gym, exercise classes, downtown/beach walking routes, weight loss, and tips on nutrition and healthy lifestyle. Professional Development: The City of Ventura is a LinkedIn Learning organization. LinkedIn Learning online classes are available with a library of more than 13,000 courses taught by real-world experts. Users can download certificates and customize learning paths that match their roles and competencies. Closing Date/Time: 5/21/2024 5:30 PM Pacific
CITY OF RIVERSIDE, CA
Riverside, CA, United States
The Position The City of Riverside is recruiting for a dynamic and experienced Utilities Senior Water Engineer to perform supervisory and/or professional water engineering work in the design, investigation and construction of water utility projects; and do related work as required within the Water Delivery division. There is currently one (1) vacancy in the Water Engineering Division and the eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months. Riverside is unique in that its engineering staff performs the design of many of its capital improvement projects. The successful candidate will join a talented team of designers and engineers responsible for the design of water utility capital improvement projects that include water distribution and transmission pipelines, booster stations, groundwater wells and other related facilities. This position offers the opportunity to excel within a team while providing a direct benefit to the community. Riverside has a track record of providing a stable and rewarding work environment, with many staff remaining in the workforce for decades. Recruitment Brochure Utilities Senior Water Engineer Salary Range*: $123,588.00 - $150,216.00 Annually *Positions in this classification may be eligible to have salary increased to a maximum of fifteen percent beyond the regularly assigned top of the salary range for "outstanding performance", subject to City Manager approval. Work Performed Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Performs studies of technical, environmental, and economic feasibility, engineering field studies, and related studies pertaining to proposed and existing municipal facilities. Prepares contracts and specifications for engineering and construction services. Plans and performs their own work and completes special projects requiring engineering and technical ability as assigned. Provides background information and documentation for management consideration on various projects. Makes sound decisions on minor problems related to the work being performed based on established guidelines and principles and supervisor guidance. Complete special projects requiring advanced engineering and technical ability. Develop and update written directives for the department and for use by other employees to include engineering guidelines, standard material lists, standard specifications, and other technical and administrative policies and procedures as applicable. Research activities pertaining to water materials and engineering practices. Prepare and review economic, hydraulic and hydrogeologic analyses and project justification reports. Develop major engineering projects and other engineering projects with unique problems which have an important effect on major public works projects. Provide background information and documentation for management consideration on major projects and technical matters involving advanced engineering theories, concepts and principles. Perform complex studies of technical, environmental, and economic feasibility, engineering field studies, and related studies pertaining to proposed and existing system facility improvements. Plan own work and the work of others. Complete special projects that are frequently of long duration and complexity. Work with other engineering personnel with limited experience in an advisory or supervisory capacity. Make decisions independently on technical problems and methods related to the work being performed. Qualifications Option I: Education: A Bachelor's degree in civil or mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university. Experience: Four years of experience in professional water engineering work comparable to that of an Utilities Assistant / Utilities Associate Engineer in the City of Riverside. Option 2: Education: A Bachelor's degree in a closely related area from an accredited college or university. Experience: Five years of experience performing professional water utility or related engineering work comparable to that of an Utilities Assistant / Utilities Associate Engineer in the City of Riverside. Necessary Special Requirements Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Registered in California as a Professional Engineer. Highly Desired Qualifications: Registered in California as a Professional Engineer in Civil Engineering. Ability to take conceptual planning level designs to bid-ready construction plans and specifications. Knowledge of industry standards and best practices in the design of water distribution pipelines and pumping stations. Knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D/AEC. Selection Process DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION: 1) Completed Employment Application 2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: ( Application Guide). The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS: If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment. Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver's License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process. It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment. Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/ physical examination . NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university. Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options: An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ . An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university. All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.
May 10, 2024
Full Time
The Position The City of Riverside is recruiting for a dynamic and experienced Utilities Senior Water Engineer to perform supervisory and/or professional water engineering work in the design, investigation and construction of water utility projects; and do related work as required within the Water Delivery division. There is currently one (1) vacancy in the Water Engineering Division and the eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months. Riverside is unique in that its engineering staff performs the design of many of its capital improvement projects. The successful candidate will join a talented team of designers and engineers responsible for the design of water utility capital improvement projects that include water distribution and transmission pipelines, booster stations, groundwater wells and other related facilities. This position offers the opportunity to excel within a team while providing a direct benefit to the community. Riverside has a track record of providing a stable and rewarding work environment, with many staff remaining in the workforce for decades. Recruitment Brochure Utilities Senior Water Engineer Salary Range*: $123,588.00 - $150,216.00 Annually *Positions in this classification may be eligible to have salary increased to a maximum of fifteen percent beyond the regularly assigned top of the salary range for "outstanding performance", subject to City Manager approval. Work Performed Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Performs studies of technical, environmental, and economic feasibility, engineering field studies, and related studies pertaining to proposed and existing municipal facilities. Prepares contracts and specifications for engineering and construction services. Plans and performs their own work and completes special projects requiring engineering and technical ability as assigned. Provides background information and documentation for management consideration on various projects. Makes sound decisions on minor problems related to the work being performed based on established guidelines and principles and supervisor guidance. Complete special projects requiring advanced engineering and technical ability. Develop and update written directives for the department and for use by other employees to include engineering guidelines, standard material lists, standard specifications, and other technical and administrative policies and procedures as applicable. Research activities pertaining to water materials and engineering practices. Prepare and review economic, hydraulic and hydrogeologic analyses and project justification reports. Develop major engineering projects and other engineering projects with unique problems which have an important effect on major public works projects. Provide background information and documentation for management consideration on major projects and technical matters involving advanced engineering theories, concepts and principles. Perform complex studies of technical, environmental, and economic feasibility, engineering field studies, and related studies pertaining to proposed and existing system facility improvements. Plan own work and the work of others. Complete special projects that are frequently of long duration and complexity. Work with other engineering personnel with limited experience in an advisory or supervisory capacity. Make decisions independently on technical problems and methods related to the work being performed. Qualifications Option I: Education: A Bachelor's degree in civil or mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university. Experience: Four years of experience in professional water engineering work comparable to that of an Utilities Assistant / Utilities Associate Engineer in the City of Riverside. Option 2: Education: A Bachelor's degree in a closely related area from an accredited college or university. Experience: Five years of experience performing professional water utility or related engineering work comparable to that of an Utilities Assistant / Utilities Associate Engineer in the City of Riverside. Necessary Special Requirements Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Registered in California as a Professional Engineer. Highly Desired Qualifications: Registered in California as a Professional Engineer in Civil Engineering. Ability to take conceptual planning level designs to bid-ready construction plans and specifications. Knowledge of industry standards and best practices in the design of water distribution pipelines and pumping stations. Knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D/AEC. Selection Process DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION: 1) Completed Employment Application 2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: ( Application Guide). The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS: If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment. Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver's License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process. It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment. Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/ physical examination . NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university. Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options: An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ . An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university. All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER Y5216P APPLICATION FILING PERIOD BEGINS November 15, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. (PST) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four (4) acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. THE MISSION : To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care . DEFINITION Provides comprehensive in-service education services to a nursing organization. Essential Job Functions Manage and provide oversight to the following EMS Programs: 9-1-1 Receiving Hospital, Trauma Center, Paramedic Base Hospital and Approved Stroke Center. manage and provide oversight to the following EMS Programs: STEMI Receiving Center (SRC), Pediatric Medical Center (PMC), Emergency Department Approved for Pediatrics (EDAP) and Sexual Assault Response Teams (SART). Administrative responsibility for planning, analyzing, developing and implementing the Quality Improvement program for these sections. Reviews audit and monitoring tools on an on-going basis to ensure applicability and revises these tools and/or develops new audit tools. Performs administrative work related to role as Emerging Infectious Disease and Healthcare Recovery and Business Continuity Program Manager. Participates in delivery of other EMS Agency classes including: Hospital Disaster Management Training (HDMT), The Medical Management of Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive Incidents and Mass Decontamination for Hospital Personnel and assists Paramedic Training Institute in delivering didactic instruction and/or assisting with skills testing. Coordinates and manages the Ebola Preparedness and Response Activities grant program focusing on a broader approach to include all Emerging Infectious Diseases. Coordinates and manages Healthcare Continuity and Recovery Program. Participates and represents the EMS Agency and the HPP in other meetings and planning sessions, as needed, for disaster preparedness and grant funding. Approve and monitor performance of Paramedic Training Programs and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Training Programs in accordance with California State regulations and Los Angeles County policies. Approve and monitor the performance of Skills Verification Programs that have been authorized to conduct skills verification of EMTs. Provide oversight of the Continuing Education (CE) Program Paramedic Accreditation and MICN Certification Programs Represent the EMS Agency. Coordinates and manages preparedness program and activities that involve various healthcare sectors to include Ambulatory Surgery Centers, Home Health/Hospice and EMS Provider. Develops medical surge capabilities with the above healthcare sectors and their participating facilities for a coordinated response during incidents. Manages and maintains the Mass Medical Care Framework Manages and maintains the Mass Fatality programs under the HPP. Mentors ambulance services staff to promote quality care commensurate with the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) scope of practice, reinforcing safe transport practices aligned with the DHS mission. Evaluates ambulance staff clinical care provision through direct observation, patient care record review, and manager/supervisor/patient/other provider feedback. Ensures public safety by monitoring and evaluating EMS Provider Agencies who provide Advanced Life Support (ALS) and/or Critical Care Transport level of service. Develops/revises MAC, AS and CDO policies and procedures based on QI program findings and identified needs. Provides 48 hours of continuing education training every year for AS Ambulance Drivers and Ambulance Medical Technicians to meet their EMT recertification requirements, including clinical skills review and testing. Provides other training for AS staff based on identified needs such as restraint training, blood borne pathogens, patient care documentation. Responsible for lecture development/review/revision ensuring that teaching materials are current and consistent with medical care standards, state regulations and certification requirements. Maintain operations and surge to provide acute medical care during all-hazards emergencies and focuses on the Hospital Preparedness Program’s capabilities addressing Healthcare System Preparedness, Emergency Operations Coordination, Information Sharing, and Medical Surge. Responsible for managing the acute care sector that includes the Disaster Resource Center (DRC) and hospital surge (Trauma/Burn/Pediatric) programs under LA County’s Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP) to ensure that emergency preparedness activities are coordinated and HPP grant deliverables are met. Provide leadership to the hospital workgroup in planning, implementing and evaluating disaster/emergency preparedness projects, including educational programs, training exercises and procurement of disaster equipment and supplies. Provide overall coordination of the prehospital data collection and management process which involves the processing an annual average of 800,000 EMS patient care records. Supports other EMS activities. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Two (2) years of nursing education experience as a nursing instructor* or an equivalent . -AND- A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION INFORMATION : To compete in this examination process, applicants must have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Applications submitted without the required evidence of licensure will be considered incomplete. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted . Please ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements. Applications submitted without this information may be considered incomplete. Applicants claiming experience in a state other than California must attach a copy of their registered nurse license from that state to the application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing. The original license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing must be presented during the selection process and/or prior to the appointment. Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional experience as a nursing instructor* or its equivalent in excess of the Selection Requirements. A Bachelor’s degree or higher** in Nursing from an accredited nursing program. A Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN) certification*** SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : * Experience as a n ursing instructor is defined as developing specialized training programs or educational course content for a group of employees and evaluates effectiveness of the training in achieving predetermined training objectives under technical supervision. **In order to receive credit for the desired college degree such as a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, you must include a legible copy of the "official" diploma, "official" transcripts, or "official" letter from the accredited institution/program which shows the area of specialization with your application, at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing. ***In order to receive credit for the MICN certification, applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their certificate to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing their application. PHYSICAL CLASS : III - Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination consists of an evaluation of education training, and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION : FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. HARDCOPY/PAPER APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and supplemental questionnaire correctly to receive full credit for relevant education and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience . For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and detailed description of work performed. If your application and supplemental questionnaire are incomplete, including responses in the supplemental questionnaire, your application will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES : All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification . We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from the Classification Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . Please note that the Department requires applicants to show that they perform the specified duties listed on the posted Requirements as their principal work activity. It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three components: ACTION/S you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that/those action/s, and the BENEFIT that was realized from that/those actions. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. NOTE : If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email the documents to Germine Margosian at gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER : Please include your Social Security number for record control purposes only. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a social security number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed using computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. L. A. County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout L. A. County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR : (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT : Germine Margosian, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER Y5216P APPLICATION FILING PERIOD BEGINS November 15, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. (PST) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four (4) acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. THE MISSION : To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care . DEFINITION Provides comprehensive in-service education services to a nursing organization. Essential Job Functions Manage and provide oversight to the following EMS Programs: 9-1-1 Receiving Hospital, Trauma Center, Paramedic Base Hospital and Approved Stroke Center. manage and provide oversight to the following EMS Programs: STEMI Receiving Center (SRC), Pediatric Medical Center (PMC), Emergency Department Approved for Pediatrics (EDAP) and Sexual Assault Response Teams (SART). Administrative responsibility for planning, analyzing, developing and implementing the Quality Improvement program for these sections. Reviews audit and monitoring tools on an on-going basis to ensure applicability and revises these tools and/or develops new audit tools. Performs administrative work related to role as Emerging Infectious Disease and Healthcare Recovery and Business Continuity Program Manager. Participates in delivery of other EMS Agency classes including: Hospital Disaster Management Training (HDMT), The Medical Management of Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive Incidents and Mass Decontamination for Hospital Personnel and assists Paramedic Training Institute in delivering didactic instruction and/or assisting with skills testing. Coordinates and manages the Ebola Preparedness and Response Activities grant program focusing on a broader approach to include all Emerging Infectious Diseases. Coordinates and manages Healthcare Continuity and Recovery Program. Participates and represents the EMS Agency and the HPP in other meetings and planning sessions, as needed, for disaster preparedness and grant funding. Approve and monitor performance of Paramedic Training Programs and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Training Programs in accordance with California State regulations and Los Angeles County policies. Approve and monitor the performance of Skills Verification Programs that have been authorized to conduct skills verification of EMTs. Provide oversight of the Continuing Education (CE) Program Paramedic Accreditation and MICN Certification Programs Represent the EMS Agency. Coordinates and manages preparedness program and activities that involve various healthcare sectors to include Ambulatory Surgery Centers, Home Health/Hospice and EMS Provider. Develops medical surge capabilities with the above healthcare sectors and their participating facilities for a coordinated response during incidents. Manages and maintains the Mass Medical Care Framework Manages and maintains the Mass Fatality programs under the HPP. Mentors ambulance services staff to promote quality care commensurate with the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) scope of practice, reinforcing safe transport practices aligned with the DHS mission. Evaluates ambulance staff clinical care provision through direct observation, patient care record review, and manager/supervisor/patient/other provider feedback. Ensures public safety by monitoring and evaluating EMS Provider Agencies who provide Advanced Life Support (ALS) and/or Critical Care Transport level of service. Develops/revises MAC, AS and CDO policies and procedures based on QI program findings and identified needs. Provides 48 hours of continuing education training every year for AS Ambulance Drivers and Ambulance Medical Technicians to meet their EMT recertification requirements, including clinical skills review and testing. Provides other training for AS staff based on identified needs such as restraint training, blood borne pathogens, patient care documentation. Responsible for lecture development/review/revision ensuring that teaching materials are current and consistent with medical care standards, state regulations and certification requirements. Maintain operations and surge to provide acute medical care during all-hazards emergencies and focuses on the Hospital Preparedness Program’s capabilities addressing Healthcare System Preparedness, Emergency Operations Coordination, Information Sharing, and Medical Surge. Responsible for managing the acute care sector that includes the Disaster Resource Center (DRC) and hospital surge (Trauma/Burn/Pediatric) programs under LA County’s Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP) to ensure that emergency preparedness activities are coordinated and HPP grant deliverables are met. Provide leadership to the hospital workgroup in planning, implementing and evaluating disaster/emergency preparedness projects, including educational programs, training exercises and procurement of disaster equipment and supplies. Provide overall coordination of the prehospital data collection and management process which involves the processing an annual average of 800,000 EMS patient care records. Supports other EMS activities. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Two (2) years of nursing education experience as a nursing instructor* or an equivalent . -AND- A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION INFORMATION : To compete in this examination process, applicants must have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Applications submitted without the required evidence of licensure will be considered incomplete. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted . Please ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements. Applications submitted without this information may be considered incomplete. Applicants claiming experience in a state other than California must attach a copy of their registered nurse license from that state to the application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing. The original license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing must be presented during the selection process and/or prior to the appointment. Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional experience as a nursing instructor* or its equivalent in excess of the Selection Requirements. A Bachelor’s degree or higher** in Nursing from an accredited nursing program. A Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN) certification*** SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : * Experience as a n ursing instructor is defined as developing specialized training programs or educational course content for a group of employees and evaluates effectiveness of the training in achieving predetermined training objectives under technical supervision. **In order to receive credit for the desired college degree such as a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, you must include a legible copy of the "official" diploma, "official" transcripts, or "official" letter from the accredited institution/program which shows the area of specialization with your application, at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing. ***In order to receive credit for the MICN certification, applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their certificate to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing their application. PHYSICAL CLASS : III - Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination consists of an evaluation of education training, and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION : FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. HARDCOPY/PAPER APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and supplemental questionnaire correctly to receive full credit for relevant education and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience . For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and detailed description of work performed. If your application and supplemental questionnaire are incomplete, including responses in the supplemental questionnaire, your application will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES : All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification . We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from the Classification Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . Please note that the Department requires applicants to show that they perform the specified duties listed on the posted Requirements as their principal work activity. It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three components: ACTION/S you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that/those action/s, and the BENEFIT that was realized from that/those actions. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. NOTE : If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email the documents to Germine Margosian at gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER : Please include your Social Security number for record control purposes only. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a social security number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed using computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. L. A. County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout L. A. County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR : (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT : Germine Margosian, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER Y5118M FILING START DATE 8/7/18 AT 8:00 A.M.(PST) THIS EXAMINATION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. REBULLETIN INFORMATION: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION REGARDING NOTIFICATION OF EXAM RESULTS. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY CONTACT THE EXAM ANALYST IF THEY WOULD LIKE TO SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four (4) acute hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS, please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Provides basic technical nursing care and clerical support services for assigned patients. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class report to a registered nurse and perform basic technical nursing care and limited technical nursing care of newborn, adults, children and adolescents or clerical duties on a patient unit as related to admissions, discharges, and the maintenance of patient, unit records, and supplies. Incumbents are expected to exercise progressively developing technical skills and knowledge in nursing, while enhancing with practical experience their academic preparation for working on a full-time of professional basis in nursing. Essential Job Functions Make rounds on assigned patients, answers and responds to patient call lights and/or request. Applies protective devices such as side rails for the safety of patients; Monitors and maintains the safety of patients with suicidal ideation, psychiatric hold and/or confusion to prevent harm at all times. Positions and assists ambulate patients and transports them by bed, stretcher or wheelchair. Assist in feeding or feeds patient meals when necessary. Takes and records temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, height and weight, and intake and output (Notify Charge Nurse of abnormal vital signs immediately). Performs therapeutic and rehabilitative exercises to patients as directed and assists in bowel and bladder training. Measures and records liquid intake and output on patients with closed urinary drainage systems. Maintains patient records and where appropriate writes brief reports reflecting any changes observed in the patient's condition, behavior, medication, and equipment. Provides decubitus care by changing patient position when needed. Assist in admission, transfer and discharge procedures, which include but not limited to the following: placing patient in bed, familiarize the patient to the room, tend to patient needs, listing and making proper distribution of patient's clothing and valuables. Administers special baths to patients such as sitz and cooling as necessary. Observes oxygen therapy and maintains safety measures by monitoring pressure according to required standards of operation before and during therapy. Collects specimens such as urine, stool, and sputum from patients. Observes gastric suction apparatus for proper functioning and application according to standard procedure and policy. Assists RNs and/or LVNs in treatment procedures as directed; Perform errands as directed by the RN supervisor. Observes I.V. infusion for proper functioning and application. Maintains wet dressings on patients by reapplying dressing as necessary. Assist the RN with post-mortem related duties such as changing bed linen after the removal of a patient's remains. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Current enrollment in an accredited registered nursing program and successful completion of at least one year or four quarters of clinical nursing courses. * LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential function. PHYSICAL CLASS III- Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * Applicants MUST attach an official letter (with school seal) from an accredited nursing program verifying current enrollment status at time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualification in excess of the Minimum Requirements: Experience providing patient care in a healthcare setting. ** Current certification issued by the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. *** ** For this examination, a healthcare setting includes, but is not limited to, acute-care, hospital, physicians' offices, urgent-care centers, outpatient clinics, and skilled nursing facilities. *** Applicants MUST attach a legible photocopy of their BLS certification to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon application information and Desirable Qualifications, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add bsarkissian@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on this examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment . Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email the documents to the Exam Analyst, Balik Sarkissian at bsarkissian@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include exam number and exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Balik Sarkissian, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 bsarkissian@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Temporary
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER Y5118M FILING START DATE 8/7/18 AT 8:00 A.M.(PST) THIS EXAMINATION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. REBULLETIN INFORMATION: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION REGARDING NOTIFICATION OF EXAM RESULTS. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY CONTACT THE EXAM ANALYST IF THEY WOULD LIKE TO SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four (4) acute hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS, please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Provides basic technical nursing care and clerical support services for assigned patients. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class report to a registered nurse and perform basic technical nursing care and limited technical nursing care of newborn, adults, children and adolescents or clerical duties on a patient unit as related to admissions, discharges, and the maintenance of patient, unit records, and supplies. Incumbents are expected to exercise progressively developing technical skills and knowledge in nursing, while enhancing with practical experience their academic preparation for working on a full-time of professional basis in nursing. Essential Job Functions Make rounds on assigned patients, answers and responds to patient call lights and/or request. Applies protective devices such as side rails for the safety of patients; Monitors and maintains the safety of patients with suicidal ideation, psychiatric hold and/or confusion to prevent harm at all times. Positions and assists ambulate patients and transports them by bed, stretcher or wheelchair. Assist in feeding or feeds patient meals when necessary. Takes and records temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, height and weight, and intake and output (Notify Charge Nurse of abnormal vital signs immediately). Performs therapeutic and rehabilitative exercises to patients as directed and assists in bowel and bladder training. Measures and records liquid intake and output on patients with closed urinary drainage systems. Maintains patient records and where appropriate writes brief reports reflecting any changes observed in the patient's condition, behavior, medication, and equipment. Provides decubitus care by changing patient position when needed. Assist in admission, transfer and discharge procedures, which include but not limited to the following: placing patient in bed, familiarize the patient to the room, tend to patient needs, listing and making proper distribution of patient's clothing and valuables. Administers special baths to patients such as sitz and cooling as necessary. Observes oxygen therapy and maintains safety measures by monitoring pressure according to required standards of operation before and during therapy. Collects specimens such as urine, stool, and sputum from patients. Observes gastric suction apparatus for proper functioning and application according to standard procedure and policy. Assists RNs and/or LVNs in treatment procedures as directed; Perform errands as directed by the RN supervisor. Observes I.V. infusion for proper functioning and application. Maintains wet dressings on patients by reapplying dressing as necessary. Assist the RN with post-mortem related duties such as changing bed linen after the removal of a patient's remains. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Current enrollment in an accredited registered nursing program and successful completion of at least one year or four quarters of clinical nursing courses. * LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential function. PHYSICAL CLASS III- Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * Applicants MUST attach an official letter (with school seal) from an accredited nursing program verifying current enrollment status at time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualification in excess of the Minimum Requirements: Experience providing patient care in a healthcare setting. ** Current certification issued by the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. *** ** For this examination, a healthcare setting includes, but is not limited to, acute-care, hospital, physicians' offices, urgent-care centers, outpatient clinics, and skilled nursing facilities. *** Applicants MUST attach a legible photocopy of their BLS certification to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon application information and Desirable Qualifications, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add bsarkissian@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on this examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment . Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email the documents to the Exam Analyst, Balik Sarkissian at bsarkissian@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include exam number and exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Balik Sarkissian, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 bsarkissian@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here