Project Manager (Selective Certification in Sewers & Drainage)

The Position

The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees.

Why join the City of Oakland Public Works Department Sewers & Drainage Division?
“Public Works is Everywhere!” and this position has the unique opportunity to participate in and oversee activities throughout City that will have a deep and profound impact on satisfaction with City service delivery and quality of life for Oakland residents.

The City of Oakland is currently recruiting to fill one (1) Project Manager (Selective Certification in Sewers & Drainage) position in the Sewers & Drainage Division within the Public Works Department. The Project Manager perform a variety of specialized project management duties while working on sewers and storm drains assignments and receives general supervision from the Sewers Operations Manager.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Able to manage and balance a heavy workload.
• Able to excel in collaborative settings working with cross sections of the division and city.
• An excellent communicator who listens and takes into account the perspectives of others.
• Self-motivated and seeks opportunities to improve division processes.
• Capable of managing workplace frustrations with resilience and tact.
• Detail-oriented and able to examine and assess records and work sites.

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Performing project management on contracted out mid-sized pipe repair projects, and safety and quality control on internal construction projects.
• Providing support to the Bureau of Maintenance and Internal Services’ Assistant Director by performing research on permitting and responsibility for after-hours emergency responses, unsafe construction sites, and sub-standard repair work performed on City infrastructure and in City right of way by contractors and utilities.
• Serving as the Bureau liaison to utilities and external agencies and will be expected to have a strong background in underground pipe construction, construction management, construction inspection, construction safety and standards, permitting, and inter-agency relations.
• Recommending and providing training and staff development.
• Preparing effective project budgets, schedules, and scopes to ensure project success.
• Collaborating with stakeholders and team members to formulate strategies, prioritize projects, and devise solutions to overcome obstacles, ensuring that objectives are met.
• Resolving conflicts in a timely manner.
• Performing quality control functions and lead/assist in cost recovery efforts from third parties causing damage to critical City infrastructure.

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A few reasons you might love this job:

• Your work will directly impact the City's residents' ability to enjoy the city.
• You will work with great colleagues from diverse cultural and work backgrounds.
• You will be a part of a city that values diversity and equity and embeds these standards across city practices.
• You will perform work that has a visible and direct impact on the quality of life for Oakland residents

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• You will have to adjust your work activities based on changing priorities throughout the day.
• You will have to complete your work assignment despite distractions from the public and interaction with irate community members.
• You will frequently deal with ambiguity when addressing issues with limited institutional knowledge.

Competencies Required:
Decision Making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
Legal & Regulatory Navigation: Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job
Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
Displaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results.
Professional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
Interpersonal Savvy: Considering and responding appropriately to the needs and feelings of others in different situations
Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
Allocating Resources: Prioritizing the use of fiscal and material resources to maximize organizational effectiveness
Leading Cross-Functional Collaboration: Demonstrating cooperation and teamwork while working within and across divisions, functions, or teams
Project Management: Ensuring that projects are on-time, on-budget, and achieve their objectives

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Examples of Duties

Minimum Requirements for Application

This recruitment will produce two eligible lists. The restricted list will be for full-time, permanent part-time, or part-time City and Port of Oakland employees who maintain employment for the duration of the recruitment and pass all stages of the recruitment process. The open list will be for all other applicants who pass all stages of the recruitment process.

Selective Certification (Sewer & Drainage)
This recruitment is being announced in accordance with Section 5.03 of the Civil Service Rules. The eligible list generated from this announcement will only be used to fill Project Manager positions specializing in Sewer & Drainage, including full-time and permanent part-time positions, if applicable, and may be used to fill future vacancies with the same Selective Certification.

For Selectively Certified Project Manager (Sewer & Drainage):
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public or business administration. A college degree in construction management or engineering is preferred. A Master’s degree is desirable.

Experience: Two (2) years of progressively responsible public sector experience in construction project management and/or construction standards and permitting, including two years in a supervisory capacity.

Supplemental Information

The Recruitment Process:

The City of Oakland works with a Civil Service system. Applicants apply online, and HR staff reviews their experience, education, and training listed on the application against the “minimum qualifications” listed for each position.

Candidates who demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualification requirements are then invited to participate in an assessment process (or testing) to measure their knowledge, skills, and abilities in job-related areas.

Candidates who do not demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualification requirements will have an opportunity to request a final review. Candidates must request a final review within 5 business days of being notified that they did not meet the minimum qualifications.

In the final review, candidates may clarify information already provided on their application. No additional work history, education, or certifications will be accepted. Any decisions made during this review process will be final.

For this recruitment, all qualified applicants will be invited to the structured interview (sometimes referred to as an Oral Exam). The tentative date of the structured interview is the week of November 11, 2024.

For some recruitments, more than one type of assessment may be used. Depending on the number of candidates who pass the first assessment (multiple-choice test, structured interview, writing exercise, or performance exam) you may be asked to complete a secondary assessment before the recruitment is finalized. If a secondary assessment is scheduled, you will be notified by email with specific details. If a secondary assessment is not scheduled, department hiring interviews will occur during this time frame.

Candidates who pass each stage in the process will be placed on an eligible list. Some candidates may receive extra points, for example, if you are a Veteran with an honorable discharge, or if you are a current City of Oakland resident. If you’re applying to a “restricted” posting and you are eligible as a current City employee, you may also receive additional points for your City service. Extra points are only applied to passing scores, so if you do not pass every element of the testing process, you cannot use extra points to pass.

The City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process and date of examination as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. The information contained in this announcement is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Meeting the minimum qualification requirements may not result in further consideration, only the most qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

What’s in it for you?
• Work/Life Balance: 37.5 hour work weeks
• 15 paid holidays
• Vacation: 2 weeks per year minimum with the ability to accrue more depending on public sector years of service
• Retirement: CalPERS (California Public Employees’ Retirement System) with a pension formula of 2.5% @ 55 (for Classic CalPERS members) and 2% @ 62 for new CalPERS members. Classic Employees contribute 8% of pre-tax wages. The City of Oakland does not participate in Social Security
• Health: The City of Oakland pays the full cost of employee and eligible dependent coverage at the Kaiser rate. Other plans include Anthem, Blue Shield, United Health Care, and other HMO and PPO plans
• Dental: Delta Dental full premium for employees and eligible dependents
• Vision: VSP full premium for employees and eligible dependents
• Sick leave: Employees accrue 12 days per year
• Deferred Compensation: 457(b) pre-tax plan and an after-tax ROTH 401(k)plan
• Other benefits include a Flexible Spending Account, Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance up to $200k & Employee Training.

Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner, applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list.

Disaster Service Workers
All employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

How to Apply
Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user of the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/oaklandca/default.cfm.

If you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).

Our online application system is provided by GovernmentJobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact GovernmentJobs Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours at (510) 238-3112 for information; however, we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system. For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Mary Ann Gonzales at mgonzales@oaklandca.gov.

The City of Oakland is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and offers comprehensive health and wellness services along with an array of other benefits for most positions. Benefits may include*:

• CalPERS Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Medical Waiver Plan - Cash-In-Lieu
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Group & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH)
• Pension Benefits
• Deferred Compensation

* Specific benefits may vary depending on the assignedspecific bargaining unit. Information regarding most benefits can be reviewed here: Employee Benefits Information Current MOUs may be reviewed here: City of Oakland Labor Agreements

Closing Date/Time: 10/27/2024 8:10 AM Pacific

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