The City of Bainbridge is inviting applications for the next City Manager. Bainbridge, Georgia, with a population of just over 15,000, is the perfect blend of past and present, where history seamlessly meets modern charm. The picturesque downtown, reminiscent of a scene from a Hallmark movie, showcases the town’s rich heritage while embracing contemporary amenities. Surrounded by abundant natural resources and nestled along the scenic Flint River, Bainbridge offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities, from boating and fishing to trails and disc golf. Bainbridge boasts a highly successful education system, encompassing public, private, and charter schools that provide quality education and diverse learning opportunities. The town is also home to two accredited colleges, Southern Regional Technical College and Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College.
Bainbridge has operated under a Council-Manager form of government since 1977. The Mayor and six Council Members make up the governing authority of the City responsible for establishing policy and directives through enactment of ordinances and resolutions. The Mayor and Council are elected on a non- partisan basis and serve staggered four-year terms resulting in a city election every two years. The City Manager is appointed by the council and delegated the authority and responsibility to ensure services are provided in a timely and cost-effective manner, to prepare and implement an annual budget, and to manage the City’s workforce and the day-to-day operations of the city. Bainbridge is a full-service city offering services such as water, sewer, gas, and waste services, and telecommunications with commercial and residential fiber broadband. The General Fund Budget is $15,348,612.
Find details about the position expectations by reviewing the recruitment brochure at www.mercergroupassociates.com
The City of Bainbridge seeks a proven, dedicated, responsive, and experienced individual with strong leadership and problem-solving skills for the position of City Manager. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator who supports the vision of the Mayor and Council while providing them with bold, objective, well-developed recommendations for implementation of their vision. The new Manager will be expected to develop a collaborative working relationship with the Mayor & Council that is defined by transparency, robust sharing of information concerning city operations, and maintaining regular interactions with elected officials to gain clear understandings of evolving issues, constituent needs, and Mayor & Council directives. The successful candidate must have strong financial skills that result in excellence in budgeting and fiscal management to ensure that the City effectively manages its financial resources.
The ideal candidate should demonstrate expertise in leading successful economic development projects and downtown improvements that have positively impacted the quality of life in communities he/she has served. He/She must value the expertise of current employees, promote opportunities for continued professional development of employees, empower staff to make quality decisions while holding them accountable without micromanaging their work. The new City Manager must possess the ability to build community trust through the development of partnerships with various local stakeholders, educational groups, state and other government entities. Citizens will expect the City Manager to be very visible in the community and support public events, City sponsored functions, and entertainment events. The ideal candidate must have a history of exhibiting high standards of professional and personal integrity, transparency, and objectivity in all his/her actions.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required in public administration, public finance, business administration or related degree from an accredited university. A master’s degree is highly preferred.
Minimum of five years of executive level management experience in local governments of similar size and complexity to Bainbridge is expected. Previous experience as a City/County Manager/Administrator or Deputy is desirable.
Evidence of continued professional development, such as the ICMA Credentialed Manager designation, is a positive indicator of dedication to the profession and will be noted during the candidate vetting process.
Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Compensation & Benefits:
The expected starting salary range is $185,000-$200,000 based on the qualifications of the selected candidate. In addition to a competitive salary, the City offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as long-term disability coverage. The City offers a defined benefit retirement plan and a 457b deferred compensation plan. In addition, the incumbent will accrue PTO and have access to supplemental insurance options. Relocation expenses are negotiable.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates must submit by email a cover letter, resume, a list of at least five job related references (with email and phone numbers), as well as salary history no later than close of business on August 1, 2024, to Lisa Ward, Senior Associate lisaward912@gmail.com. Please contact Lisa Ward with any questions at 706-983-9326.
Alan Reddish, Senior Associate, 107 Indigo Lane, Athens, GA 30606, Cell: 706-614-4961
Jul 03, 2024
Full Time
The City of Bainbridge is inviting applications for the next City Manager. Bainbridge, Georgia, with a population of just over 15,000, is the perfect blend of past and present, where history seamlessly meets modern charm. The picturesque downtown, reminiscent of a scene from a Hallmark movie, showcases the town’s rich heritage while embracing contemporary amenities. Surrounded by abundant natural resources and nestled along the scenic Flint River, Bainbridge offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities, from boating and fishing to trails and disc golf. Bainbridge boasts a highly successful education system, encompassing public, private, and charter schools that provide quality education and diverse learning opportunities. The town is also home to two accredited colleges, Southern Regional Technical College and Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College.
Bainbridge has operated under a Council-Manager form of government since 1977. The Mayor and six Council Members make up the governing authority of the City responsible for establishing policy and directives through enactment of ordinances and resolutions. The Mayor and Council are elected on a non- partisan basis and serve staggered four-year terms resulting in a city election every two years. The City Manager is appointed by the council and delegated the authority and responsibility to ensure services are provided in a timely and cost-effective manner, to prepare and implement an annual budget, and to manage the City’s workforce and the day-to-day operations of the city. Bainbridge is a full-service city offering services such as water, sewer, gas, and waste services, and telecommunications with commercial and residential fiber broadband. The General Fund Budget is $15,348,612.
Find details about the position expectations by reviewing the recruitment brochure at www.mercergroupassociates.com
The City of Bainbridge seeks a proven, dedicated, responsive, and experienced individual with strong leadership and problem-solving skills for the position of City Manager. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator who supports the vision of the Mayor and Council while providing them with bold, objective, well-developed recommendations for implementation of their vision. The new Manager will be expected to develop a collaborative working relationship with the Mayor & Council that is defined by transparency, robust sharing of information concerning city operations, and maintaining regular interactions with elected officials to gain clear understandings of evolving issues, constituent needs, and Mayor & Council directives. The successful candidate must have strong financial skills that result in excellence in budgeting and fiscal management to ensure that the City effectively manages its financial resources.
The ideal candidate should demonstrate expertise in leading successful economic development projects and downtown improvements that have positively impacted the quality of life in communities he/she has served. He/She must value the expertise of current employees, promote opportunities for continued professional development of employees, empower staff to make quality decisions while holding them accountable without micromanaging their work. The new City Manager must possess the ability to build community trust through the development of partnerships with various local stakeholders, educational groups, state and other government entities. Citizens will expect the City Manager to be very visible in the community and support public events, City sponsored functions, and entertainment events. The ideal candidate must have a history of exhibiting high standards of professional and personal integrity, transparency, and objectivity in all his/her actions.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required in public administration, public finance, business administration or related degree from an accredited university. A master’s degree is highly preferred.
Minimum of five years of executive level management experience in local governments of similar size and complexity to Bainbridge is expected. Previous experience as a City/County Manager/Administrator or Deputy is desirable.
Evidence of continued professional development, such as the ICMA Credentialed Manager designation, is a positive indicator of dedication to the profession and will be noted during the candidate vetting process.
Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Compensation & Benefits:
The expected starting salary range is $185,000-$200,000 based on the qualifications of the selected candidate. In addition to a competitive salary, the City offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as long-term disability coverage. The City offers a defined benefit retirement plan and a 457b deferred compensation plan. In addition, the incumbent will accrue PTO and have access to supplemental insurance options. Relocation expenses are negotiable.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates must submit by email a cover letter, resume, a list of at least five job related references (with email and phone numbers), as well as salary history no later than close of business on August 1, 2024, to Lisa Ward, Senior Associate lisaward912@gmail.com. Please contact Lisa Ward with any questions at 706-983-9326.
Alan Reddish, Senior Associate, 107 Indigo Lane, Athens, GA 30606, Cell: 706-614-4961
Padre Dam Municipal Water District
Santee, CA 92071, USA
Incumbents are responsible for supervising and participating in the maintenance, repair and installation of water, wastewater and recycled water systems. Duties include: supervising utility and/or sewer crews, planning and scheduling work, preparing cost estimates, preparing traffic control plans, completing application for closing of permits, conducting performance evaluations; providing training to crews; preparing various written reports on work performed and resources used; responding to and supervising after hours emergencies including water main breaks, water service leaks, recycled water pipeline breaks and wastewater main blockages and spills; inspecting work sites for quality assurance; and, ensuring materials needed are available to crews. Utilizes ESRI mapping product to plan and schedule work and to assess field situations and come up with resolutions to water or sewer system problems. Incumbents should be able to participate in all activities as listed for Utility Worker, Waste Water Collections System Worker and Construction Equipment Operator. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Construction & Maintenance Crew Supervisor is distinguished from the Utility Worker, Waste Water Collections System Worker and Construction Equipment Operator by its supervisory responsibility. The Construction & Maintenance Crew Supervisor is distinguished from the Assistant Operations Manager which has a broader scope of responsibility and provides administrative oversight and represents the division to other department heads and to the Board of Directors.
Jul 03, 2024
Full Time
Incumbents are responsible for supervising and participating in the maintenance, repair and installation of water, wastewater and recycled water systems. Duties include: supervising utility and/or sewer crews, planning and scheduling work, preparing cost estimates, preparing traffic control plans, completing application for closing of permits, conducting performance evaluations; providing training to crews; preparing various written reports on work performed and resources used; responding to and supervising after hours emergencies including water main breaks, water service leaks, recycled water pipeline breaks and wastewater main blockages and spills; inspecting work sites for quality assurance; and, ensuring materials needed are available to crews. Utilizes ESRI mapping product to plan and schedule work and to assess field situations and come up with resolutions to water or sewer system problems. Incumbents should be able to participate in all activities as listed for Utility Worker, Waste Water Collections System Worker and Construction Equipment Operator. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Construction & Maintenance Crew Supervisor is distinguished from the Utility Worker, Waste Water Collections System Worker and Construction Equipment Operator by its supervisory responsibility. The Construction & Maintenance Crew Supervisor is distinguished from the Assistant Operations Manager which has a broader scope of responsibility and provides administrative oversight and represents the division to other department heads and to the Board of Directors.
Description GROW YOUR CAREER! Join the City of Roseville Public Works Team in the role of Public Works Facilities Manager . THE POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED The City of Roseville is seeking a dedicated and experienced Public Works Facilities Manager to oversee the maintenance, repair, and overall management of our public buildings and parking structures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in facilities management, budget oversight, and team leadership. This role is essential in ensuring that our public buildings and parking structures are safe, clean and functional, and meet the needs of our community. The Public Works Facilities Manager will oversee the planning, coordination, maintenance and cleaning of public building and parking structure projects and modifications. This includes managing staff, budgets, and resources to achieve the highest standards of service and efficiency. Join The City of Roseville and be a part of enhancing the facilities that support our vibrant community! What the City of Roseville Offers: $118,219 - $158,425 Annually (dependent on experience) Up to $2,265 per month in health and welfare benefits Competitive vacation and sick leave programs 10 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays Up to 100 hours of Management Leave Opportunities to train, promote and make an impact for the community CalPERS A top-notch team and more! The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; a flex schedule may be available. Candidates may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule with supervisor approval and must be able to report to the City of Roseville worksites when required. The employment list that will be established from this recruitment may be utilized to fill future regular, limited-term, and temporary vacancies. The current vacancy is regular, full-time, and benefitted. The City of Roseville is committed to a diverse workforce. We are engaged in understanding the needs and backgrounds of our colleagues and those we serve. Our organization is unified in this commitment, as we believe this produces the best results for our community. Examples of Duties For a complete list and job description, please click HERE . Minimum Qualifications For a complete list and job description, please click HERE . Supplemental Information ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The City of Roseville is committed to a diverse workforce. We are engaged in understanding the needs and backgrounds of our colleagues and those we serve. Our organization is unified in this commitment, as we believe this produces the best results for our community. Detailed information on the City of Roseville recruitment practices can be reviewed on the Frequently Asked Questions page. The City of Roseville defines “accredited college or university” as an institution of higher learning and must be listed on the United States Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs website http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation . Credits earned from colleges, universities, and institutions listed as accredited institutions on this website will be considered as part of the educational component of the minimum qualifications for a classification. The following options apply to the evaluation of college degrees from countries outside the United States: Educational background from a foreign country may be evaluated by an accredited United States college or university listed on the U.S. Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs website. Verification of degree equivalency may be obtained from organizations that provide foreign education credential evaluation services. The City of Roseville will accept verification from any of the listed member agencies found at www.naces.org or www.aice-eval.org . A copy of the foreign credential evaluation verification can be attached to the employment application. If you are offered a position with the City of Roseville, as a part of the pre-employment steps, applicants must provide a foreign degree credential equivalency certificate from an approved member agency above. Applicants who do not provide verification, will be eliminated from further consideration. SELECTION PROCESS All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination. The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List. Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check, and depending on the position applied for, a pre-employment medical exam, drug and alcohol screening test, credit check, license and/or education verification, psychological examination, and/or an extensive Police Department background check process. THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS. MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: The City of Roseville offers competitive benefits packages to full-time employees. Regular part-time employees receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. For more information regarding the City's benefits, visit our website here . Benefits currently include: Health, dental, and vision insurance benefits Cafeteria plan, plus City paid Flex credit Life insurance (City paid and optional supplemental employee paid) Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health/medical costs Employee assistance plan Retirement savings plan Deferred compensation plan(s) Short-term and Long-term Disability employee paid plans Educational reimbursement Vacation leave, sick leave, personal/management leaves Holiday pay (plus two floating holidays annually) Bilingual pay Longevity pay GENERAL BENEFITS : A majority of the employee benefits are similar for all City employees. There are benefits that differ depending on which bargaining unit the job classification is assigned. Exact benefits information can be found by visiting the Benefits webpage and selecting the specific bargaining unit group. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to the City's temporary positions. Temporary employees that work 1,500 hours annually may elect medical insurance. Temporary employees contribute to a retirement plan depending on the status of total hours worked annually. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 29, 2024
Full Time
Description GROW YOUR CAREER! Join the City of Roseville Public Works Team in the role of Public Works Facilities Manager . THE POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED The City of Roseville is seeking a dedicated and experienced Public Works Facilities Manager to oversee the maintenance, repair, and overall management of our public buildings and parking structures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in facilities management, budget oversight, and team leadership. This role is essential in ensuring that our public buildings and parking structures are safe, clean and functional, and meet the needs of our community. The Public Works Facilities Manager will oversee the planning, coordination, maintenance and cleaning of public building and parking structure projects and modifications. This includes managing staff, budgets, and resources to achieve the highest standards of service and efficiency. Join The City of Roseville and be a part of enhancing the facilities that support our vibrant community! What the City of Roseville Offers: $118,219 - $158,425 Annually (dependent on experience) Up to $2,265 per month in health and welfare benefits Competitive vacation and sick leave programs 10 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays Up to 100 hours of Management Leave Opportunities to train, promote and make an impact for the community CalPERS A top-notch team and more! The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; a flex schedule may be available. Candidates may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule with supervisor approval and must be able to report to the City of Roseville worksites when required. The employment list that will be established from this recruitment may be utilized to fill future regular, limited-term, and temporary vacancies. The current vacancy is regular, full-time, and benefitted. The City of Roseville is committed to a diverse workforce. We are engaged in understanding the needs and backgrounds of our colleagues and those we serve. Our organization is unified in this commitment, as we believe this produces the best results for our community. Examples of Duties For a complete list and job description, please click HERE . Minimum Qualifications For a complete list and job description, please click HERE . Supplemental Information ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The City of Roseville is committed to a diverse workforce. We are engaged in understanding the needs and backgrounds of our colleagues and those we serve. Our organization is unified in this commitment, as we believe this produces the best results for our community. Detailed information on the City of Roseville recruitment practices can be reviewed on the Frequently Asked Questions page. The City of Roseville defines “accredited college or university” as an institution of higher learning and must be listed on the United States Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs website http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation . Credits earned from colleges, universities, and institutions listed as accredited institutions on this website will be considered as part of the educational component of the minimum qualifications for a classification. The following options apply to the evaluation of college degrees from countries outside the United States: Educational background from a foreign country may be evaluated by an accredited United States college or university listed on the U.S. Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs website. Verification of degree equivalency may be obtained from organizations that provide foreign education credential evaluation services. The City of Roseville will accept verification from any of the listed member agencies found at www.naces.org or www.aice-eval.org . A copy of the foreign credential evaluation verification can be attached to the employment application. If you are offered a position with the City of Roseville, as a part of the pre-employment steps, applicants must provide a foreign degree credential equivalency certificate from an approved member agency above. Applicants who do not provide verification, will be eliminated from further consideration. SELECTION PROCESS All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination. The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List. Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check, and depending on the position applied for, a pre-employment medical exam, drug and alcohol screening test, credit check, license and/or education verification, psychological examination, and/or an extensive Police Department background check process. THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS. MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: The City of Roseville offers competitive benefits packages to full-time employees. Regular part-time employees receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. For more information regarding the City's benefits, visit our website here . Benefits currently include: Health, dental, and vision insurance benefits Cafeteria plan, plus City paid Flex credit Life insurance (City paid and optional supplemental employee paid) Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health/medical costs Employee assistance plan Retirement savings plan Deferred compensation plan(s) Short-term and Long-term Disability employee paid plans Educational reimbursement Vacation leave, sick leave, personal/management leaves Holiday pay (plus two floating holidays annually) Bilingual pay Longevity pay GENERAL BENEFITS : A majority of the employee benefits are similar for all City employees. There are benefits that differ depending on which bargaining unit the job classification is assigned. Exact benefits information can be found by visiting the Benefits webpage and selecting the specific bargaining unit group. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to the City's temporary positions. Temporary employees that work 1,500 hours annually may elect medical insurance. Temporary employees contribute to a retirement plan depending on the status of total hours worked annually. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Introduction Join Our Team as a Human Resources Analyst! San Joaquin County is seeking dedicated Human Resources Analysts to join our team. Initial vacancies exist in Employment Services and our Equal Employment Opportunity Units. As a Human Resources Analyst, you will take on complex and detailed professional assignments with a high level of independence, contributing significantly to the HR services provided to various County departments. This recruitment aims to establish an eligibility list to fill current and future vacancies within our HR Division. If you are passionate about public service and looking to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply and be a part of our dedicated team. The information below provides a brief summary of the HR Analyst's role in each of our units: Employment Services - Sheriff’s Office (onsite Satellite Office in French Camp) The Employment Services Analyst, stationed at the Sheriff's Office, will perform complex professional-level public personnel work, including recruitment, examinations, classification studies, leave management, policy and procedure development, salary surveys, and training, and will require successfully passing and maintaining clearance of a Sheriff's background check. Benefits The Benefits Analyst will leverage extensive experience in employee benefits programs and HRIS to analyze and manage benefits, navigate complex regulations, and collaborate with the Information Systems Division (ISD) to ensure effective benefits administration, while advocating for employee well-being and ensuring program sustainability. Classification & Compensation The Class & Comp Analyst will be responsible for conducting classification studies, task analyses, and organizational restructuring studies. The Class & Comp unit develops and revises class specifications; conducts job audits, analyzes questionnaires and researches collateral material and conducts total compensation surveys. Employment Services The Employment Services Analyst will be assigned county departments perform complex professional-level public personnel work, including recruitment, examinations, classification studies, leave management, policy and procedure development, salary surveys, and training. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) The EEO Investigation Analyst will conduct, support, and oversee countywide administrative investigations, develop investigation practices and protocols, handle personnel investigations involving workplace misconduct, equal rights issues (harassment, discrimination, and retaliation), write detailed and comprehensive reports, conduct training, and maintain investigation records. Leave Management/Position Control The Leave Management and Position Control Analyst will ensure legal compliance, policy development, and user training for County Departments, while also leading the development of policies, procedures, and training for the County’s Human Resources Management System, position control budgeting, auditing, and department user group development. Risk Management The Risk Management Analyst will support the County’s established workers’ compensation program, serve as a resource for related matters, and play a key role in the County’s interactive process concerning the ADA and FEHA. This position may also involve conducting safety investigations, analyzing risks, managing workplace violence incidents, and handling work-related injuries and accidents. Upcoming Salary Increases: Both the Personnel Analyst I and Personnel Analyst II classifications will receive: 4% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) effective July 1, 2024* (COLA increase is included in the annual salary of this announcement) 3% COLA effective July 14, 2025 Salary (*includes 4% Cola effective 7/1/24 & 10% confidential supplement) PA I - $67,527 - $82,080 PA II - $92,719 - $112,700/year Recruitment Incentives for the Personnel Analyst II (hard to recruit classification) * (new County employees may qualify) • Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. • Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours). • New Hire Retention Bonus: $2,000 upon completion of first year (2,080 hours); $1,000 at 6,240 hours; $3,000 at 12,480 hours. NOTE: All correspondence relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondence via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Personnel Analyst II Prepares examination announcements, advertisements, brochures and other recruitment forms; develops recruitment sources and disseminates recruitment information; provides information regarding County employment to interested parties. Constructs, validates and analyzes oral, written and performance examinations; insures compliance with federal and state employment regulations; arranges and chairs oral examination panel. Conducts classification, task analyses, and job restructuring studies; develops and revises class specifications; conducts job audits, analyzes questionnaires and researches collateral material. Participates in the development of procedures, forms and work methods; conducts or participates in a variety of special departmental projects and prepares appropriate reports. Collects and interprets salary and employee data; assists in salary negotiations and other employer-employee relations matters. Conducts a variety of telephone and mail survey replies. Assists or cooperates in the administration of public employment programs and the County Affirmative Action program. Assists in developing and conducting employee-training programs. Prepares correspondence and analytical reports. Personnel Analyst I Assists in preparing examination announcements, advertisements, brochures and other recruitment forms; develops recruitment sources and disseminates recruitment information; provides information regarding County employment to interested parties. Assists in constructing, validating and analyzing oral, written and performance examinations: insures compliance with state and federal regulations; arranges and participates in oral examination panels. Assists in classification, task analyses, and job restructuring studies; assists in developing and revising class specifications; conducts job audits, analyzes questionnaires and researches collateral material. Assists in collecting salary and employment benefits data; conducts a variety of telephone and mail surveys and prepares routine replies; may assist in salary negotiations. May assist in the administration of public employment programs and the County Affirmative Action program. May assist in conducting employee-training programs. Prepares correspondence and routine reports MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Personnel Analyst II EITHER PATTERN I Experience: One year as a Personnel Analyst I in San Joaquin County service. OR PATTERN II Education: Graduation from an accredited four year college or university, preferably with a major in public or business administration, social science, industrial psychology, or a closely related field. Experience: One year of full-time professional public personnel or related administrative analytical work equivalent to a Personnel Analyst I in San Joaquin County service. Substitution: Experience performing demonstrated complex para-professional public personnel, such as classification, recruitment, and/or test development OR administrative/analytical work related to personnel may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. AND License: Possession of a valid California driver’s license. Personnel Analyst I Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, preferably with a major in public or business administration, social science, industrial psychology, or a closely related field. Substitution: Experience performing demonstrated complex para-professional public personnel work, such as classification, recruitment, and/or test development OR administrative/analytical work related to personnel may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. AND License: Possession of a valid California driver’s license. KNOWLEDGE Principles and practices of public personnel administration; statistics; principles of public administration; language mechanics, report writing and research methods; federal and state employment regulations and guidelines. ABILITY Perform technical public personnel work; gather and analyze data and prepare comprehensive reports; understand and interpret difficult regulations and technical information; express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, departmental representatives and the public. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility-Frequent operation of a data entry device; frequent sitting, standing, and walking for long periods; occasional driving, climbing stairs, pushing, pulling, bending, and squatting; Lifting-Ability to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds; Vision-Constant reading and close-up work and good overall vision; frequent eye/hand coordination; occasional color/depth perception and peripheral vision; Dexterity-Frequent holding, grasping and writing; occasional reaching and repetitive motion; Hearing/Talking-Constant hearing normal speech, talking in person and on the telephone; occasional hearing faint sounds; Emotional/ Psychological-Constant public contact, decision making and concentration; frequent working alone; Special Requirements-May occasionally work weekends/nights/overtime; may be required to travel; Environmental-Occasional exposure to noise, may occasionally work weekends/nights/overtime; may be required to travel; Environmental-Occasional exposure to noise. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees of this bargaining unit. The benefits include the option of four medical plans: a Kaiser HMO plan, a Sutter Health Plus HMO plan, and two self-funded PPO plans called the Select Plan and Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of four dental plans: Three through Delta Dental and one through United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. The County pays the full premium for all but one Delta Dental Plan (Buy-up), which the employee pays a slightly higher cost. Dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides two vision plan options through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for the base plan at employee only coverage. The buy-up plan option has a slightly higher cost. dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance up to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate.Regular employees in this unit shall be provided with a supplemental life insurance policy with a face value up to $75,000. Section 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan and dependent care costs. Annual limits are set by the IRS and may change each year. Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $22,500 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $30,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. For members of this unit, the County shall make a contribution equal to 1% of the employee’s base salary to the deferred compensation plan. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holiday : 14 paid holidays per year. Vacation Cash-Out : Members shall have the option of purchasing up to eight 8-hour days vacation time once each calendar year from the member’s accumulated vacation with the approval of the County Administrator. Confidential Unit Supplement: : Members of this unit shall receive a supplement of 10% of base salary. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Recruitment Incentives : Upon the request of the Department Head and with the approval of the County Administrator or his designee, the following recruitment incentives may be provided: (a) Reimbursement of moving expenses : Actual documented cost of moving to a maximum of $2,000. Costs may include moving expenses, interim housing, and travel expenses related to the move for the candidate and his/her family. Any approved reimbursement shall be made contingent upon employment, in two incremental payments: the first payment after six months of service, the second after twelve months of service. (b) Vacation Accrual Rate : The San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate’s total years of public service. (c) Sick Leave : If the candidate is leaving other employment to accept the San Joaquin County position, credit of the candidate’s actual unreimbursable sick leave hours from the candidate’s last agency will be a maximum of 160 hours. Such hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County’s minimum sick leave cash out options. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Note: County employees who currently receive a cafeteria plan allowance and subsequently transfer, demote or promote from or into the confidential unit shall have the option to either retain their existing cafeteria plan contribution amount or have a one-time option at time of hire of opting for the 10% unrepresented supplement in lieu of retaining their cafeteria allowance. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam : If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out : A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Online Written Exams : Written exams may be administered online. Candidates will be notified of the examination date and will be responsible to complete the written exam within a given period of time (typically within five calendar days). Candidates are required to read the Online Exam Guide for Test Takers prior to taking an online written exam. The link to the guide is here: Online Exam Guide For Test Takers PLEASE NOTE: Online exams must be completed in one sitting and can only be taken once Candidates will have access to an online exam within the allotted time only A steady internet connection is highly recommended The allotted time will still continue if a candidate closes the window or gets disconnected Once the allotted time expires, access to the exam will be unavailable Microsoft is no longer supporting Internet Explorer . Therefore, it is recommended that candidates do not use Internet Explorer to complete online written exams. Candidates that do not have access to a computer can contact the Human Resources office at (209)468-3370 for information on accommodations. Testing Accommodation : Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists : Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral : Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank : The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five : The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam : Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives : Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility : If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: 7/12/2024 11:59:00 PM
Jun 29, 2024
Full Time
Introduction Join Our Team as a Human Resources Analyst! San Joaquin County is seeking dedicated Human Resources Analysts to join our team. Initial vacancies exist in Employment Services and our Equal Employment Opportunity Units. As a Human Resources Analyst, you will take on complex and detailed professional assignments with a high level of independence, contributing significantly to the HR services provided to various County departments. This recruitment aims to establish an eligibility list to fill current and future vacancies within our HR Division. If you are passionate about public service and looking to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply and be a part of our dedicated team. The information below provides a brief summary of the HR Analyst's role in each of our units: Employment Services - Sheriff’s Office (onsite Satellite Office in French Camp) The Employment Services Analyst, stationed at the Sheriff's Office, will perform complex professional-level public personnel work, including recruitment, examinations, classification studies, leave management, policy and procedure development, salary surveys, and training, and will require successfully passing and maintaining clearance of a Sheriff's background check. Benefits The Benefits Analyst will leverage extensive experience in employee benefits programs and HRIS to analyze and manage benefits, navigate complex regulations, and collaborate with the Information Systems Division (ISD) to ensure effective benefits administration, while advocating for employee well-being and ensuring program sustainability. Classification & Compensation The Class & Comp Analyst will be responsible for conducting classification studies, task analyses, and organizational restructuring studies. The Class & Comp unit develops and revises class specifications; conducts job audits, analyzes questionnaires and researches collateral material and conducts total compensation surveys. Employment Services The Employment Services Analyst will be assigned county departments perform complex professional-level public personnel work, including recruitment, examinations, classification studies, leave management, policy and procedure development, salary surveys, and training. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) The EEO Investigation Analyst will conduct, support, and oversee countywide administrative investigations, develop investigation practices and protocols, handle personnel investigations involving workplace misconduct, equal rights issues (harassment, discrimination, and retaliation), write detailed and comprehensive reports, conduct training, and maintain investigation records. Leave Management/Position Control The Leave Management and Position Control Analyst will ensure legal compliance, policy development, and user training for County Departments, while also leading the development of policies, procedures, and training for the County’s Human Resources Management System, position control budgeting, auditing, and department user group development. Risk Management The Risk Management Analyst will support the County’s established workers’ compensation program, serve as a resource for related matters, and play a key role in the County’s interactive process concerning the ADA and FEHA. This position may also involve conducting safety investigations, analyzing risks, managing workplace violence incidents, and handling work-related injuries and accidents. Upcoming Salary Increases: Both the Personnel Analyst I and Personnel Analyst II classifications will receive: 4% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) effective July 1, 2024* (COLA increase is included in the annual salary of this announcement) 3% COLA effective July 14, 2025 Salary (*includes 4% Cola effective 7/1/24 & 10% confidential supplement) PA I - $67,527 - $82,080 PA II - $92,719 - $112,700/year Recruitment Incentives for the Personnel Analyst II (hard to recruit classification) * (new County employees may qualify) • Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. • Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours). • New Hire Retention Bonus: $2,000 upon completion of first year (2,080 hours); $1,000 at 6,240 hours; $3,000 at 12,480 hours. NOTE: All correspondence relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondence via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Personnel Analyst II Prepares examination announcements, advertisements, brochures and other recruitment forms; develops recruitment sources and disseminates recruitment information; provides information regarding County employment to interested parties. Constructs, validates and analyzes oral, written and performance examinations; insures compliance with federal and state employment regulations; arranges and chairs oral examination panel. Conducts classification, task analyses, and job restructuring studies; develops and revises class specifications; conducts job audits, analyzes questionnaires and researches collateral material. Participates in the development of procedures, forms and work methods; conducts or participates in a variety of special departmental projects and prepares appropriate reports. Collects and interprets salary and employee data; assists in salary negotiations and other employer-employee relations matters. Conducts a variety of telephone and mail survey replies. Assists or cooperates in the administration of public employment programs and the County Affirmative Action program. Assists in developing and conducting employee-training programs. Prepares correspondence and analytical reports. Personnel Analyst I Assists in preparing examination announcements, advertisements, brochures and other recruitment forms; develops recruitment sources and disseminates recruitment information; provides information regarding County employment to interested parties. Assists in constructing, validating and analyzing oral, written and performance examinations: insures compliance with state and federal regulations; arranges and participates in oral examination panels. Assists in classification, task analyses, and job restructuring studies; assists in developing and revising class specifications; conducts job audits, analyzes questionnaires and researches collateral material. Assists in collecting salary and employment benefits data; conducts a variety of telephone and mail surveys and prepares routine replies; may assist in salary negotiations. May assist in the administration of public employment programs and the County Affirmative Action program. May assist in conducting employee-training programs. Prepares correspondence and routine reports MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Personnel Analyst II EITHER PATTERN I Experience: One year as a Personnel Analyst I in San Joaquin County service. OR PATTERN II Education: Graduation from an accredited four year college or university, preferably with a major in public or business administration, social science, industrial psychology, or a closely related field. Experience: One year of full-time professional public personnel or related administrative analytical work equivalent to a Personnel Analyst I in San Joaquin County service. Substitution: Experience performing demonstrated complex para-professional public personnel, such as classification, recruitment, and/or test development OR administrative/analytical work related to personnel may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. AND License: Possession of a valid California driver’s license. Personnel Analyst I Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, preferably with a major in public or business administration, social science, industrial psychology, or a closely related field. Substitution: Experience performing demonstrated complex para-professional public personnel work, such as classification, recruitment, and/or test development OR administrative/analytical work related to personnel may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. AND License: Possession of a valid California driver’s license. KNOWLEDGE Principles and practices of public personnel administration; statistics; principles of public administration; language mechanics, report writing and research methods; federal and state employment regulations and guidelines. ABILITY Perform technical public personnel work; gather and analyze data and prepare comprehensive reports; understand and interpret difficult regulations and technical information; express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, departmental representatives and the public. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility-Frequent operation of a data entry device; frequent sitting, standing, and walking for long periods; occasional driving, climbing stairs, pushing, pulling, bending, and squatting; Lifting-Ability to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds; Vision-Constant reading and close-up work and good overall vision; frequent eye/hand coordination; occasional color/depth perception and peripheral vision; Dexterity-Frequent holding, grasping and writing; occasional reaching and repetitive motion; Hearing/Talking-Constant hearing normal speech, talking in person and on the telephone; occasional hearing faint sounds; Emotional/ Psychological-Constant public contact, decision making and concentration; frequent working alone; Special Requirements-May occasionally work weekends/nights/overtime; may be required to travel; Environmental-Occasional exposure to noise, may occasionally work weekends/nights/overtime; may be required to travel; Environmental-Occasional exposure to noise. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees of this bargaining unit. The benefits include the option of four medical plans: a Kaiser HMO plan, a Sutter Health Plus HMO plan, and two self-funded PPO plans called the Select Plan and Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of four dental plans: Three through Delta Dental and one through United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. The County pays the full premium for all but one Delta Dental Plan (Buy-up), which the employee pays a slightly higher cost. Dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides two vision plan options through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for the base plan at employee only coverage. The buy-up plan option has a slightly higher cost. dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance up to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate.Regular employees in this unit shall be provided with a supplemental life insurance policy with a face value up to $75,000. Section 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan and dependent care costs. Annual limits are set by the IRS and may change each year. Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $22,500 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $30,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. For members of this unit, the County shall make a contribution equal to 1% of the employee’s base salary to the deferred compensation plan. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holiday : 14 paid holidays per year. Vacation Cash-Out : Members shall have the option of purchasing up to eight 8-hour days vacation time once each calendar year from the member’s accumulated vacation with the approval of the County Administrator. Confidential Unit Supplement: : Members of this unit shall receive a supplement of 10% of base salary. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Recruitment Incentives : Upon the request of the Department Head and with the approval of the County Administrator or his designee, the following recruitment incentives may be provided: (a) Reimbursement of moving expenses : Actual documented cost of moving to a maximum of $2,000. Costs may include moving expenses, interim housing, and travel expenses related to the move for the candidate and his/her family. Any approved reimbursement shall be made contingent upon employment, in two incremental payments: the first payment after six months of service, the second after twelve months of service. (b) Vacation Accrual Rate : The San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate’s total years of public service. (c) Sick Leave : If the candidate is leaving other employment to accept the San Joaquin County position, credit of the candidate’s actual unreimbursable sick leave hours from the candidate’s last agency will be a maximum of 160 hours. Such hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County’s minimum sick leave cash out options. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Note: County employees who currently receive a cafeteria plan allowance and subsequently transfer, demote or promote from or into the confidential unit shall have the option to either retain their existing cafeteria plan contribution amount or have a one-time option at time of hire of opting for the 10% unrepresented supplement in lieu of retaining their cafeteria allowance. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam : If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out : A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Online Written Exams : Written exams may be administered online. Candidates will be notified of the examination date and will be responsible to complete the written exam within a given period of time (typically within five calendar days). Candidates are required to read the Online Exam Guide for Test Takers prior to taking an online written exam. The link to the guide is here: Online Exam Guide For Test Takers PLEASE NOTE: Online exams must be completed in one sitting and can only be taken once Candidates will have access to an online exam within the allotted time only A steady internet connection is highly recommended The allotted time will still continue if a candidate closes the window or gets disconnected Once the allotted time expires, access to the exam will be unavailable Microsoft is no longer supporting Internet Explorer . Therefore, it is recommended that candidates do not use Internet Explorer to complete online written exams. Candidates that do not have access to a computer can contact the Human Resources office at (209)468-3370 for information on accommodations. Testing Accommodation : Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists : Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral : Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank : The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five : The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam : Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives : Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility : If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: 7/12/2024 11:59:00 PM
Introduction Join Our Team as an Employee Relations Analyst! The San Joaquin County Human Resources Division is seeking an experienced professional with a comprehensive background in public sector labor relations. As an Employee Relations Analyst, you will assist the Labor Relations Team by investigating grievances and complaints, serving as a member of the management negotiation team during contract negotiations, and advising management on the proper interpretation and application of union contracts. If you have a passion for employee relations and are looking to make a significant impact within a dynamic public sector environment, we invite you to apply and join our dedicated team at San Joaquin County. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) Effective July 14, 2025, all employees shall receive a COLA of 3% of base salary. Recruitment Incentives * (new to county employees may qualify) • Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. • Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours). • New Hire Retention Bonus: $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours); $1,000 at 6,240 hours; $3,000 at 12,480 hours. NOTE: All correspondence relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondence via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Investigates a wide variety of grievances and complaints, determines if violations occurred, and makes recommendations for resolution; prepares the County response; prepares materials for hearings and assists in representing County management in hearings. Conducts surveys and gathers information related to collective bargaining; participates in developing the County’s position on matters within the scope of bargaining; participates in the preparation of materials needed for negotiations; serves as a member of the negotiating team. Advises County supervisors and managers regarding the interpretation and application of Memoranda of Understanding, the Employee-Employer Relations Policy, and various other policies and ordinances dealing with employee relations. Advises County supervisors and managers on a wide variety of disciplinary matters; recommends strategies for handling discipline cases; reviews proposed actions for consistency and compliance with policy. Provides training to County supervisors and managers regarding MOU changes, employee relations policies, and the proper practices for handling complaints, grievances, and other areas of employee relations. Prepares correspondence and analytical reports. Directs clerical staff on the processing of arbitration hearings. Participates in activities relating to certification and decertification elections as specified in the County’s Employee-Employer Relations Policy. Assists in the development, review and maintenance of assigned budgets. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER PATTERN I Experience: One year as an Employee Relations Analyst I in San Joaquin County Service. OR PATTERN II Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, preferably with a major in public or business administration, industrial psychology, social science, or another area that included coursework in human resources or labor relations. Experience: Either one (1) year performing professional collective bargaining, negotiations, and employee/labor relations work; OR one (1) year performing professional personnel work that included participation in employee/labor relations activities such as employee discipline, complaint investigations, or other activities that required interfacing with union representatives. Substitution: Additional experience performing professional or paraprofessional personnel, employee/labor relations, or personnel-related administrative/analytical work may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. AND FOR BOTH PATTERNS License: Possession of a valid California driver’s license. KNOWLEDGE Principles and practices of human resources management, including employee and labor relations, position classification, and salary administration; principles and practices of collective bargaining; principles and practices of employee supervision and training; business statistics and mathematics; methods of gathering and presenting data; language mechanics and report writing. ABILITY Perform professional employee and labor relations work; read, comprehend, and interpret technical written material; apply standard business statistical and mathematical concepts; interpret and apply labor laws and provisions of Memoranda of Understanding; gather and analyze data and prepare comprehensive reports; use good judgment and make sound decisions in situations involving time pressures; take accurate, detailed notes at meetings; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered during the course of the work, including representatives of employee organizations. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility-Constant operation of keyboards; frequent sitting for long periods of time, standing and walking, driving; occasional pushing, pulling, bending, squatting and crawling; Lifting-frequent lifting of 30 pounds or less; Vision-constant use of good overall vision; frequent reading/close-up work; occasional color, depth, and peripheral vision; Dexterity-frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; occasional grasping, holding, reaching; Hearing/Talking-frequent talking/hearing in person, in large meetings and on the telephone; Emotional/Psychological- constant concentration; frequent decision making, public contact, and working alone; occasional working nights, weekends and traveling; Environmental-frequent exposure to noise. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees of this bargaining unit. The benefits include the option of four medical plans: a Kaiser HMO plan, a Sutter Health Plus HMO plan, and two self-funded PPO plans called the Select Plan and Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of four dental plans: Three through Delta Dental and one through United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. The County pays the full premium for all but one Delta Dental Plan (Buy-up), which the employee pays a slightly higher cost. Dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides two vision plan options through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for the base plan at employee only coverage. The buy-up plan option has a slightly higher cost. dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance up to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate.Regular employees in this unit shall be provided with a supplemental life insurance policy with a face value up to $75,000. Section 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan and dependent care costs. Annual limits are set by the IRS and may change each year. Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $22,500 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $30,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. For members of this unit, the County shall make a contribution equal to 1% of the employee’s base salary to the deferred compensation plan. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holiday : 14 paid holidays per year. Vacation Cash-Out : Members shall have the option of purchasing up to eight 8-hour days vacation time once each calendar year from the member’s accumulated vacation with the approval of the County Administrator. Confidential Unit Supplement: : Members of this unit shall receive a supplement of 10% of base salary. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Recruitment Incentives : Upon the request of the Department Head and with the approval of the County Administrator or his designee, the following recruitment incentives may be provided: (a) Reimbursement of moving expenses : Actual documented cost of moving to a maximum of $2,000. Costs may include moving expenses, interim housing, and travel expenses related to the move for the candidate and his/her family. Any approved reimbursement shall be made contingent upon employment, in two incremental payments: the first payment after six months of service, the second after twelve months of service. (b) Vacation Accrual Rate : The San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate’s total years of public service. (c) Sick Leave : If the candidate is leaving other employment to accept the San Joaquin County position, credit of the candidate’s actual unreimbursable sick leave hours from the candidate’s last agency will be a maximum of 160 hours. Such hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County’s minimum sick leave cash out options. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Note: County employees who currently receive a cafeteria plan allowance and subsequently transfer, demote or promote from or into the confidential unit shall have the option to either retain their existing cafeteria plan contribution amount or have a one-time option at time of hire of opting for the 10% unrepresented supplement in lieu of retaining their cafeteria allowance. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: 7/12/2024 11:59:00 PM
Jun 29, 2024
Full Time
Introduction Join Our Team as an Employee Relations Analyst! The San Joaquin County Human Resources Division is seeking an experienced professional with a comprehensive background in public sector labor relations. As an Employee Relations Analyst, you will assist the Labor Relations Team by investigating grievances and complaints, serving as a member of the management negotiation team during contract negotiations, and advising management on the proper interpretation and application of union contracts. If you have a passion for employee relations and are looking to make a significant impact within a dynamic public sector environment, we invite you to apply and join our dedicated team at San Joaquin County. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) Effective July 14, 2025, all employees shall receive a COLA of 3% of base salary. Recruitment Incentives * (new to county employees may qualify) • Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. • Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours). • New Hire Retention Bonus: $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours); $1,000 at 6,240 hours; $3,000 at 12,480 hours. NOTE: All correspondence relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondence via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Investigates a wide variety of grievances and complaints, determines if violations occurred, and makes recommendations for resolution; prepares the County response; prepares materials for hearings and assists in representing County management in hearings. Conducts surveys and gathers information related to collective bargaining; participates in developing the County’s position on matters within the scope of bargaining; participates in the preparation of materials needed for negotiations; serves as a member of the negotiating team. Advises County supervisors and managers regarding the interpretation and application of Memoranda of Understanding, the Employee-Employer Relations Policy, and various other policies and ordinances dealing with employee relations. Advises County supervisors and managers on a wide variety of disciplinary matters; recommends strategies for handling discipline cases; reviews proposed actions for consistency and compliance with policy. Provides training to County supervisors and managers regarding MOU changes, employee relations policies, and the proper practices for handling complaints, grievances, and other areas of employee relations. Prepares correspondence and analytical reports. Directs clerical staff on the processing of arbitration hearings. Participates in activities relating to certification and decertification elections as specified in the County’s Employee-Employer Relations Policy. Assists in the development, review and maintenance of assigned budgets. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER PATTERN I Experience: One year as an Employee Relations Analyst I in San Joaquin County Service. OR PATTERN II Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, preferably with a major in public or business administration, industrial psychology, social science, or another area that included coursework in human resources or labor relations. Experience: Either one (1) year performing professional collective bargaining, negotiations, and employee/labor relations work; OR one (1) year performing professional personnel work that included participation in employee/labor relations activities such as employee discipline, complaint investigations, or other activities that required interfacing with union representatives. Substitution: Additional experience performing professional or paraprofessional personnel, employee/labor relations, or personnel-related administrative/analytical work may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. AND FOR BOTH PATTERNS License: Possession of a valid California driver’s license. KNOWLEDGE Principles and practices of human resources management, including employee and labor relations, position classification, and salary administration; principles and practices of collective bargaining; principles and practices of employee supervision and training; business statistics and mathematics; methods of gathering and presenting data; language mechanics and report writing. ABILITY Perform professional employee and labor relations work; read, comprehend, and interpret technical written material; apply standard business statistical and mathematical concepts; interpret and apply labor laws and provisions of Memoranda of Understanding; gather and analyze data and prepare comprehensive reports; use good judgment and make sound decisions in situations involving time pressures; take accurate, detailed notes at meetings; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered during the course of the work, including representatives of employee organizations. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility-Constant operation of keyboards; frequent sitting for long periods of time, standing and walking, driving; occasional pushing, pulling, bending, squatting and crawling; Lifting-frequent lifting of 30 pounds or less; Vision-constant use of good overall vision; frequent reading/close-up work; occasional color, depth, and peripheral vision; Dexterity-frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; occasional grasping, holding, reaching; Hearing/Talking-frequent talking/hearing in person, in large meetings and on the telephone; Emotional/Psychological- constant concentration; frequent decision making, public contact, and working alone; occasional working nights, weekends and traveling; Environmental-frequent exposure to noise. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees of this bargaining unit. The benefits include the option of four medical plans: a Kaiser HMO plan, a Sutter Health Plus HMO plan, and two self-funded PPO plans called the Select Plan and Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of four dental plans: Three through Delta Dental and one through United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. The County pays the full premium for all but one Delta Dental Plan (Buy-up), which the employee pays a slightly higher cost. Dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides two vision plan options through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for the base plan at employee only coverage. The buy-up plan option has a slightly higher cost. dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance up to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate.Regular employees in this unit shall be provided with a supplemental life insurance policy with a face value up to $75,000. Section 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan and dependent care costs. Annual limits are set by the IRS and may change each year. Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $22,500 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $30,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. For members of this unit, the County shall make a contribution equal to 1% of the employee’s base salary to the deferred compensation plan. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holiday : 14 paid holidays per year. Vacation Cash-Out : Members shall have the option of purchasing up to eight 8-hour days vacation time once each calendar year from the member’s accumulated vacation with the approval of the County Administrator. Confidential Unit Supplement: : Members of this unit shall receive a supplement of 10% of base salary. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Recruitment Incentives : Upon the request of the Department Head and with the approval of the County Administrator or his designee, the following recruitment incentives may be provided: (a) Reimbursement of moving expenses : Actual documented cost of moving to a maximum of $2,000. Costs may include moving expenses, interim housing, and travel expenses related to the move for the candidate and his/her family. Any approved reimbursement shall be made contingent upon employment, in two incremental payments: the first payment after six months of service, the second after twelve months of service. (b) Vacation Accrual Rate : The San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate’s total years of public service. (c) Sick Leave : If the candidate is leaving other employment to accept the San Joaquin County position, credit of the candidate’s actual unreimbursable sick leave hours from the candidate’s last agency will be a maximum of 160 hours. Such hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County’s minimum sick leave cash out options. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Note: County employees who currently receive a cafeteria plan allowance and subsequently transfer, demote or promote from or into the confidential unit shall have the option to either retain their existing cafeteria plan contribution amount or have a one-time option at time of hire of opting for the 10% unrepresented supplement in lieu of retaining their cafeteria allowance. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: 7/12/2024 11:59:00 PM
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 To be considered for the first screening cut-off in this recruitment, please submit your application materials by July 26, 2024 at 5:00pm . To be considered for the final screening of this recruitment, please submit your application by the filing deadline of August 26, 2024 at 5:00 pm. The Department of Agriculture, Parks, and Natural Resources is currently seeking a Parks & Grounds Worker and a Senior Parks & Grounds Worker. Each level has different minimum qualifications. To be eligible for more than one level in the series, you must complete and submit separate applications and supplemental questionnaires for each recruitment: Parks & Grounds Worker #2024-11462-01 Parks & Grounds Worker - Senior # 2024-11404-01 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 perform grounds, gardening and landscaping duties in the maintenance of County parks, median areas, and lawn and garden areas around County buildings; to perform maintenance and repair of tools and equipment; to perform routine maintenance and general construction related to parks facilities; and to exercise technical and functional supervision over maintenance personnel. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the advanced journey level class in the Parks and Grounds Worker series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, by the amount of time spent performing assigned duties, and by the nature of the public contact made. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series and exercise technical and functional supervision over maintenance personnel. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives direction from the Supervising Parks and Grounds Worker and/or management and supervisory staff. Exercises technical and functional supervision over maintenance personnel. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Train and lead subordinate personnel. Perform a variety of grounds and lawn maintenance duties including mowing, trimming, raking, planting, cultivating, irrigating, pruning, and applying insecticide and fertilizer; and install, maintain, and repair irrigation systems and components. Clean and clear grounds, playgrounds, and playing fields; clean walks, parking lots, and storm drains; dispose of trimmings and other debris; dig trenches and post holes either manually or with mechanical assistance; clean and maintain trails; and maintain native vegetation. Inspect, service, repair and otherwise maintain various types of grounds equipment, including mowers, rototillers, edgers, hedge trimmers and other power driven and mechanical equipment. Perform routine carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work including welding, repairing faucets, sinks, and toilets, framing, rough carpentry and painting, pouring concrete, and lighting and wiring in parks and grounds facilities. Perform daily sanitation duties and maintenance of parks rest rooms, campsites and picnic areas; perform minor playground equipment repair; accept and receipt parks fees and maintain appropriate records. Perform arborist duties such as climbing trees, evaluating and inventorying trees, and removal of diseased trees. May remove snow and ice on a seasonal basis. Perform pool maintenance and upkeep including pumps, filters and chemicals. 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 It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below. 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 parks and grounds experience performing duties similar to a Parks and Grounds Worker with Placer County. Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Required License or Certificate: Possession of a Qualified Applicator Certificate from California Department of Food and Agriculture is desired. Possession of a valid Class A or B driver's license may be required depending upon the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Parks and grounds policies and procedures. Use and purpose of common materials, equipment and methods used in parks and grounds maintenance, including irrigation and sprinkler systems. Tools, equipment and methods used in semi-skilled building trades and construction work. Principles and practices of work safety. Ability to: On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules. Intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment and tools; interpret work orders; remember equipment and tool location; and explain job to others. Intermittently, sit while completing work papers and reports; walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist, and reach while operating equipment and performing grounds and maintenance work; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; regularly lift very heavy weight. Train, assign and review work of assigned personnel. Operate light trucks and related grounds equipment to prepare areas for landscaping or planting of lawns and debris removal. Operate sprayer, chainsaw, weedeater, tractor, leaf sweeper, chipper, forklift, and various hand and power tools. Service, repair, and adjust various mechanical and electrical groundskeeping equipment and tools. Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner. Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations. Obtain information through interview and to deal fairly and courteously with the public. Analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine proper course of action. Work assigned shift. Perform heavy manual labor. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 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 Preciosa Ayala-Burkhardt, Administrative Technician, at payala@placer.ca.gov or (530) 886-4637. Closing Date/Time: 8/26/2024 5:00:00 PM
Jun 29, 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 To be considered for the first screening cut-off in this recruitment, please submit your application materials by July 26, 2024 at 5:00pm . To be considered for the final screening of this recruitment, please submit your application by the filing deadline of August 26, 2024 at 5:00 pm. The Department of Agriculture, Parks, and Natural Resources is currently seeking a Parks & Grounds Worker and a Senior Parks & Grounds Worker. Each level has different minimum qualifications. To be eligible for more than one level in the series, you must complete and submit separate applications and supplemental questionnaires for each recruitment: Parks & Grounds Worker #2024-11462-01 Parks & Grounds Worker - Senior # 2024-11404-01 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 perform grounds, gardening and landscaping duties in the maintenance of County parks, median areas, and lawn and garden areas around County buildings; to perform maintenance and repair of tools and equipment; to perform routine maintenance and general construction related to parks facilities; and to exercise technical and functional supervision over maintenance personnel. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the advanced journey level class in the Parks and Grounds Worker series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, by the amount of time spent performing assigned duties, and by the nature of the public contact made. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series and exercise technical and functional supervision over maintenance personnel. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives direction from the Supervising Parks and Grounds Worker and/or management and supervisory staff. Exercises technical and functional supervision over maintenance personnel. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Train and lead subordinate personnel. Perform a variety of grounds and lawn maintenance duties including mowing, trimming, raking, planting, cultivating, irrigating, pruning, and applying insecticide and fertilizer; and install, maintain, and repair irrigation systems and components. Clean and clear grounds, playgrounds, and playing fields; clean walks, parking lots, and storm drains; dispose of trimmings and other debris; dig trenches and post holes either manually or with mechanical assistance; clean and maintain trails; and maintain native vegetation. Inspect, service, repair and otherwise maintain various types of grounds equipment, including mowers, rototillers, edgers, hedge trimmers and other power driven and mechanical equipment. Perform routine carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work including welding, repairing faucets, sinks, and toilets, framing, rough carpentry and painting, pouring concrete, and lighting and wiring in parks and grounds facilities. Perform daily sanitation duties and maintenance of parks rest rooms, campsites and picnic areas; perform minor playground equipment repair; accept and receipt parks fees and maintain appropriate records. Perform arborist duties such as climbing trees, evaluating and inventorying trees, and removal of diseased trees. May remove snow and ice on a seasonal basis. Perform pool maintenance and upkeep including pumps, filters and chemicals. 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 It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below. 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 parks and grounds experience performing duties similar to a Parks and Grounds Worker with Placer County. Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Required License or Certificate: Possession of a Qualified Applicator Certificate from California Department of Food and Agriculture is desired. Possession of a valid Class A or B driver's license may be required depending upon the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Parks and grounds policies and procedures. Use and purpose of common materials, equipment and methods used in parks and grounds maintenance, including irrigation and sprinkler systems. Tools, equipment and methods used in semi-skilled building trades and construction work. Principles and practices of work safety. Ability to: On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules. Intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment and tools; interpret work orders; remember equipment and tool location; and explain job to others. Intermittently, sit while completing work papers and reports; walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist, and reach while operating equipment and performing grounds and maintenance work; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; regularly lift very heavy weight. Train, assign and review work of assigned personnel. Operate light trucks and related grounds equipment to prepare areas for landscaping or planting of lawns and debris removal. Operate sprayer, chainsaw, weedeater, tractor, leaf sweeper, chipper, forklift, and various hand and power tools. Service, repair, and adjust various mechanical and electrical groundskeeping equipment and tools. Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner. Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations. Obtain information through interview and to deal fairly and courteously with the public. Analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine proper course of action. Work assigned shift. Perform heavy manual labor. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 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 Preciosa Ayala-Burkhardt, Administrative Technician, at payala@placer.ca.gov or (530) 886-4637. Closing Date/Time: 8/26/2024 5:00:00 PM
San Mateo County Office Of Education - Classified Personnel
Redwood City, California, United States
About the Employer Thank you for your interest in the San Mateo County Office of Education (SMCOE). SMCOE employees share a vision of equity and excellence in education for every student, educator, and school. Children and youth are at the heart of our work, and we pride ourselves on being an inclusive, supportive workplace where staff have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. San Mateo County is home to 23 school districts, serving 85,000 students, and a robust early learning community. SMCOE and its staff have been recognized widely for their innovative and effective approaches to addressing challenging issues facing schools and students. SMCOE welcomes and embraces individuals from all backgrounds, races, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, immigration statuses, and religions. At SMCOE, equity means providing every learner aged 0-22 with the education and support needed to thrive in school, career, and life, and every staff member with opportunities to grow and further deepen their impact. SMCOE is seeking employees who share our vision and commitment to excellence and equity in education for all students. To achieve equity, SMCOE commits to: • Interrupt inequitable practices and replace them with equity-driven, transparent systems; • Improve outcomes for historically and currently underserved student groups, building on the assets, strengths and talents that they and their families possess; • Continue to educate ourselves so we are better able to confront and dismantle systemic inequities; • Center voices of those that have been historically marginalized and underserved, engaging a broad range of educational and community partners, in decision-making, determining priorities. THE MERIT SYSTEM AND THE PERSONNEL COMMISSION The San Mateo County Office of Education has utilized the Merit System since 1966 to ensure that classified employees are selected, promoted and retained without favoritism or prejudice. The Personnel Commission oversees a Civil Service (Merit) System of personnel management for San Mateo County Office of Education employees. The Merit System is a method of personnel management which is designed to promote the efficiency and economy of the workforce and the good of the public by providing for the selection and retention of employees, promotional opportunities, in-service training, and other related matters on the basis of merit, fitness, and the principle of “like pay for like work." Job Summary Under the direction of the Office of the Superintendent, perform a variety of specialized duties to support SMCOE’s strategic vision concerning sustainability. Is responsible for performing professional duties in support of the County Office of Education's environmental literacy and sustainability goals. Responsibilities include supporting environmental literacy fellowship and training programs, helping schools and districts develop and maintain more sustainable practices and campuses, providing technical assistance and connecting partners with resources and facilitating meetings and projects, and other related assignments. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Continue to collect, analyze, and utilize data to strengthen sustainability efforts across schools in San Mateo County and at SMCOE; Support efforts to develop, implement, and provide training on county-wide protocols and templates with district partners to promote sustainable operations, facilities, and programs; Provide technical support to districts and schools in developing and implementing sustainability plans; Assist in preparing and conducting training sessions and materials; Work with cross-divisional teams to identify and implement best practices for sustainability at SMCOE; Requirements / Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to: EDUCATION: A Bachelor degree in environmental studies, social science, education, or a related field; and EXPERIENCE: Two years of experience involving sustainability, solid waste management, and/or resource conservation. Experience working in an educational setting preferred.Experience working in an educational setting preferred. WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT: Indoor and outdoor work environment LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid California Driver’s License PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Operate a computer keyboardRead a variety of materialsSit or stand for extended periods of time EXAMINATION PROCESS: The examination process for this classification may consist of: 1. A supplemental review (Tentative Date: July 15, 2024); 2. An oral board virtual examination (Tentative date: July 17, 2024) BENEFITS: Total Compensation Package: Placement on salary schedule. If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,300.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance. The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis. If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $300.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance. A vision plan (VSP) is also available. Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). This position is represented by California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter No. 887. Pursuant to Article 2 of the CSEA 887 Collective Bargaining Agreement, the County Office shall deduct in accordance with the CSEA dues and fees schedule from the wages of all employees. OTHER FRINGE BENEFITS: Accrue 102 hours of sick leave; 15 paid holidays; 15 paid vacation days; CALPERS Employer Contribution; Work remotely one (1) day every week (applicable after initial 6 months pending supervisor approval); Flexible work schedule depending on position; Commuter Benefit; Tuition Reimbursement; *Floating Holiday, Personal Leave, Executive Leave, and Personal Business vary depending on the position, collective bargaining agreement, and/or other regulations. PLEASE ATTACH THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENT(S) IN YOUR APPLICATION: Letter of Introduction (Required Document) Resume (Required Document) Closing Date/Time: 7/12/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Jun 26, 2024
Full Time
About the Employer Thank you for your interest in the San Mateo County Office of Education (SMCOE). SMCOE employees share a vision of equity and excellence in education for every student, educator, and school. Children and youth are at the heart of our work, and we pride ourselves on being an inclusive, supportive workplace where staff have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. San Mateo County is home to 23 school districts, serving 85,000 students, and a robust early learning community. SMCOE and its staff have been recognized widely for their innovative and effective approaches to addressing challenging issues facing schools and students. SMCOE welcomes and embraces individuals from all backgrounds, races, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, immigration statuses, and religions. At SMCOE, equity means providing every learner aged 0-22 with the education and support needed to thrive in school, career, and life, and every staff member with opportunities to grow and further deepen their impact. SMCOE is seeking employees who share our vision and commitment to excellence and equity in education for all students. To achieve equity, SMCOE commits to: • Interrupt inequitable practices and replace them with equity-driven, transparent systems; • Improve outcomes for historically and currently underserved student groups, building on the assets, strengths and talents that they and their families possess; • Continue to educate ourselves so we are better able to confront and dismantle systemic inequities; • Center voices of those that have been historically marginalized and underserved, engaging a broad range of educational and community partners, in decision-making, determining priorities. THE MERIT SYSTEM AND THE PERSONNEL COMMISSION The San Mateo County Office of Education has utilized the Merit System since 1966 to ensure that classified employees are selected, promoted and retained without favoritism or prejudice. The Personnel Commission oversees a Civil Service (Merit) System of personnel management for San Mateo County Office of Education employees. The Merit System is a method of personnel management which is designed to promote the efficiency and economy of the workforce and the good of the public by providing for the selection and retention of employees, promotional opportunities, in-service training, and other related matters on the basis of merit, fitness, and the principle of “like pay for like work." Job Summary Under the direction of the Office of the Superintendent, perform a variety of specialized duties to support SMCOE’s strategic vision concerning sustainability. Is responsible for performing professional duties in support of the County Office of Education's environmental literacy and sustainability goals. Responsibilities include supporting environmental literacy fellowship and training programs, helping schools and districts develop and maintain more sustainable practices and campuses, providing technical assistance and connecting partners with resources and facilitating meetings and projects, and other related assignments. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Continue to collect, analyze, and utilize data to strengthen sustainability efforts across schools in San Mateo County and at SMCOE; Support efforts to develop, implement, and provide training on county-wide protocols and templates with district partners to promote sustainable operations, facilities, and programs; Provide technical support to districts and schools in developing and implementing sustainability plans; Assist in preparing and conducting training sessions and materials; Work with cross-divisional teams to identify and implement best practices for sustainability at SMCOE; Requirements / Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to: EDUCATION: A Bachelor degree in environmental studies, social science, education, or a related field; and EXPERIENCE: Two years of experience involving sustainability, solid waste management, and/or resource conservation. Experience working in an educational setting preferred.Experience working in an educational setting preferred. WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT: Indoor and outdoor work environment LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid California Driver’s License PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Operate a computer keyboardRead a variety of materialsSit or stand for extended periods of time EXAMINATION PROCESS: The examination process for this classification may consist of: 1. A supplemental review (Tentative Date: July 15, 2024); 2. An oral board virtual examination (Tentative date: July 17, 2024) BENEFITS: Total Compensation Package: Placement on salary schedule. If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,300.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance. The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis. If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $300.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance. A vision plan (VSP) is also available. Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). This position is represented by California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter No. 887. Pursuant to Article 2 of the CSEA 887 Collective Bargaining Agreement, the County Office shall deduct in accordance with the CSEA dues and fees schedule from the wages of all employees. OTHER FRINGE BENEFITS: Accrue 102 hours of sick leave; 15 paid holidays; 15 paid vacation days; CALPERS Employer Contribution; Work remotely one (1) day every week (applicable after initial 6 months pending supervisor approval); Flexible work schedule depending on position; Commuter Benefit; Tuition Reimbursement; *Floating Holiday, Personal Leave, Executive Leave, and Personal Business vary depending on the position, collective bargaining agreement, and/or other regulations. PLEASE ATTACH THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENT(S) IN YOUR APPLICATION: Letter of Introduction (Required Document) Resume (Required Document) Closing Date/Time: 7/12/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
City of Fountain Valley
10200 Slater Avenue, Fountain Valley, CA, USA
CLASS DEFINITION: This classification is distinguished by the highly responsible and complex accounting and investment work performed withminimum direction. The incumbent works with independence on work projects, in meeting deadlines, and with confidentialand privileged information.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This classification is distinguished by the highly responsible and complex accounting and investment work performed withminimum direction. The incumbent works with independence on work projects, in meeting deadlines, and with confidentialand privileged information.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: The incumbent works under the general direction of the Finance Director/City Treasurer and directly supervises technicaland clerical staff.
JOB OVERVIEW:
Assist in the development and implementation of the Department’s goals, policies, and priorities relating to accounting and revenue.
Coordinate and assist with preparation of the City's Tax Measure Oversight Committee, City Council reports, and presentations.
Supervises the City’s accounting, accounts payable and receivable functions.
Develops, maintains, and evaluates accounting systems and internal control procedures and recommend improvements.
Coordinate and conduct the fiscal year-end closing, including reviewing general ledgers, revenues, expenditures, grant funds, capital asset additions and deductions, accruals in proprietary funds and long-term debt additions and reductions, prepare the Governmental Accounting Standards Board adjustments and close general ledgers.
Research, analyze, and prepare reports with recommendations on a variety of matters pertaining to the Finance Department.
Prepare the City’s monthly, quarterly, and annual County, State, and Federal financial reports.
Project cash flow; forecast revenues; anticipate debt service payment; estimates fund balances; maintain pooled investment and long-term debt records.
Coordinate the preparation of the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
Assist with the preparation of the City’s annual operating budget, mid-year budget, and 20-year fiscal forecast;transfer of funds; review budget expenditures and revenues.
Coordinate annual audits with external auditors.
Oversee and approve journal entries recorded in the accounting system.
Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for staff; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems; assign work activities, projects, and programs; monitor workflow; review and evaluate employee performance evaluation and work product, methods, and procedures.
Attends leadership, management, supervisory, and financial training to stay abreast of industry best practices
Respond to inquiries from other City staff, other agencies, and the public concerning regulations, procedures, records, fees, rules, rates, vendors, and accounts.
Prepare and update the monthly investment report.
OTHER JOB-RELATED DUTIES:
Supervise the Purchasing Division in the absence of the Finance Director/City Treasurer.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Jun 25, 2024
Full Time
CLASS DEFINITION: This classification is distinguished by the highly responsible and complex accounting and investment work performed withminimum direction. The incumbent works with independence on work projects, in meeting deadlines, and with confidentialand privileged information.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This classification is distinguished by the highly responsible and complex accounting and investment work performed withminimum direction. The incumbent works with independence on work projects, in meeting deadlines, and with confidentialand privileged information.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: The incumbent works under the general direction of the Finance Director/City Treasurer and directly supervises technicaland clerical staff.
JOB OVERVIEW:
Assist in the development and implementation of the Department’s goals, policies, and priorities relating to accounting and revenue.
Coordinate and assist with preparation of the City's Tax Measure Oversight Committee, City Council reports, and presentations.
Supervises the City’s accounting, accounts payable and receivable functions.
Develops, maintains, and evaluates accounting systems and internal control procedures and recommend improvements.
Coordinate and conduct the fiscal year-end closing, including reviewing general ledgers, revenues, expenditures, grant funds, capital asset additions and deductions, accruals in proprietary funds and long-term debt additions and reductions, prepare the Governmental Accounting Standards Board adjustments and close general ledgers.
Research, analyze, and prepare reports with recommendations on a variety of matters pertaining to the Finance Department.
Prepare the City’s monthly, quarterly, and annual County, State, and Federal financial reports.
Project cash flow; forecast revenues; anticipate debt service payment; estimates fund balances; maintain pooled investment and long-term debt records.
Coordinate the preparation of the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
Assist with the preparation of the City’s annual operating budget, mid-year budget, and 20-year fiscal forecast;transfer of funds; review budget expenditures and revenues.
Coordinate annual audits with external auditors.
Oversee and approve journal entries recorded in the accounting system.
Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for staff; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems; assign work activities, projects, and programs; monitor workflow; review and evaluate employee performance evaluation and work product, methods, and procedures.
Attends leadership, management, supervisory, and financial training to stay abreast of industry best practices
Respond to inquiries from other City staff, other agencies, and the public concerning regulations, procedures, records, fees, rules, rates, vendors, and accounts.
Prepare and update the monthly investment report.
OTHER JOB-RELATED DUTIES:
Supervise the Purchasing Division in the absence of the Finance Director/City Treasurer.
Perform other duties as assigned.
COLUSA COUNTY, CA
Colusa, California, United States
Definition & Distinguishing Characteristics Photo Credit: Sue Graue Join Colusa County as our new Community Development Director as we prepare for the retirement of our existing Director! This is an exciting opportunity to lead and innovate in a dynamic and supportive work environment. We are looking for a passionate leader to guide our integrated development services department, driving transformation and excellence in community and economic development. As the County's new Community Development Director, you will be responsible for continuing the transformation of the County's separate building and planning functions into a full-service, one-stop development services department that now includes building, planning, environmental health, code compliance, community and economic development, natural resources, and airport land use responsibilities. In order to be successful in this effort, you must have the ability to apply common sense solutions to complex issues that, at times, don't make very much sense. Being able to gain the trust and confidence of County leaders, staff, the business community, and individual residents due to your approachable personality, high level of professionalism, and the ability to build consensus among diverse interests will be critical to your success. Step into the role of Community Development Director, where your vision will shape the future of our County, turning complex challenges into smart, sustainable solutions, and where every day is an opportunity to build a brighter, more vibrant community together. To learn more about this position, please check out the job description pages HERE . This recruitment is open until filled. It is to your advantage to submit an application as soon as possible, as the recruitment may close at any time following the first review on July 22, 2024. Selection Procedure - The following is a tentative schedule of events that will occur as part of the selection process: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Screening for minimum qualifications/first review: July 22, 2024 First interviews tentatively scheduled for August 5, 2024 or August 8, 2024 Panel interviews scheduled for August 21, 2024 Executive-Level interviews scheduled for August 22, 2024 The tentative start date is November 1, 2024, to provide a three (3) month overlap for cross-training. The current Community Director's anticipated retirement date is January 31, 2025. The selection process steps may change with or without notice. What's this Job All About? As the County's Community Development Director, you will have the opportunity to lead and set performance expectations with a hands-on approach to all aspects of departmental responsibilities. At the same time, you will find a staff that is eager to accept challenges and push themselves out of their comfort zones to accomplish great things. You will also find a Board of Supervisors that supports innovation, common sense over bureaucracy, and will provide great latitude in allowing you to impart your personality on the Department to continue its unmatched level of customer service in the delivery of development services. The department is composed of 10 full-time employees, six (6) that report directly to the Director, who is also accountable for managing the department’s substantial budget of $2.9 million. Culture is at Our Core The Community Development Department is a team-first, customer-service oriented office whose primary role is helping our customers realize their hopes and dreams for their property. While we are busy and work hard, we also have a lighthearted, fun approach to our workday. Our values reflect the Department's commitment to our community to: Deliver "WOW" Customer Service to All Be Passionate and Determined Build Open and Honest Relationships with Communication Be Adventurous, Creative, & Open-Minded Be Humble and Kind Foster a Positive Team Spirit Pursue Growth and Learning The Colusa County government is a small, relaxed, close-knit organization. The leadership team values work-life balance and recognizes the hard work of all County team members. As a member of the Colusa County "family," you are valued and appreciated. If you need time off to coach baseball, attend a ballet recital, take a pet to the vet, or engage in similar activities, you will be encouraged to do so. Although your workload may sometimes seem overwhelming, rest assured that the Colusa family is always ready to assist in getting the job done. We support one another’s growth, both professionally and personally. While we work hard and “play” even harder, the Community Development Director will be joining a family that understands the importance of work-life balance. How do we make a difference? The Department's team works tirelessly to ensure that the public's perception of the Department is that of a partner in the development process and not that of the stereotypical government bureaucratic obstacle. Of course, there are times when despite our best efforts to help a customer move forward with their project, we must nevertheless have to say “No”. However, what is important is that the customer knows that they were listened to, that we do care about them and their project, and that we utilized all of the Department’s considerable expertise to suggest viable options to help their project to move forward. What are the benefits? A beautiful, safe community in which to work and serve A caring, empathetic, & fun work family that you will be welcomed into A job with WORK-LIFE BALANCE A LIFETIME PAYCHECK (3% @ 60 for Classic Members and 2% @ 62 for New Members) Amazing health care BENEFITS at NO COST to you - Unless you choose a premium health care plan. Authentically kind and engaged leadership who truly enjoy developing staff 457 Deferred Compensation Management Leave: 10 days PAID vacation, PAID holidays (13), and PAID sick leave Vacation Parity! - Previous service with a public agency counts towards vacation accrual at Colusa County (Includes cities, counties, districts, military and similar entities.) To learn more about vacation parity please see our benefit summary.) Join us and be a part of making a real difference in Colusa County, where we always prioritize the well-being of our community and team members. This recruitment process is being initiated in anticipation of the current director's retirement. Supervision & Examples of Duties SUPERVISION RECEIVED : Receives general administrative direction from the Board of Supervisors and County Administrative Officer. SUPERVISION EXERCISED : Exercises direct supervision over supervisory, technical, and clerical staff. Qualifications Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental or similar land use planning work, including two (2) years of administrative/supervisory experience. Certified membership as an AICP member is desirable. Training Bachelor's degree with major course work in Urban, Rural or Regional Planning, Landscape Architecture, Geography, Economics, Public Administration or a related field. Master's degree is preferred. License or Certificate A valid State of California driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. Supplemental Information The salary range above consists of 15 steps. Steps 1-6 are annual merit steps with approximately 5% difference between each step, based on successful performance (Steps 7-15 are additional merit steps, requiring 2 years of satisfactory performance at the previous step. Steps 7-14 provide 2.5% increases, while Step 15 offers a 5% increase.) The final salary offered will depend on the applicant's experience and qualifications, ranging from steps 1 to 15. Please find the summary of benefits for all Department Heads here Department Heads Benefits Summary Closing Date/Time: 7/22/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Jun 20, 2024
Full Time
Definition & Distinguishing Characteristics Photo Credit: Sue Graue Join Colusa County as our new Community Development Director as we prepare for the retirement of our existing Director! This is an exciting opportunity to lead and innovate in a dynamic and supportive work environment. We are looking for a passionate leader to guide our integrated development services department, driving transformation and excellence in community and economic development. As the County's new Community Development Director, you will be responsible for continuing the transformation of the County's separate building and planning functions into a full-service, one-stop development services department that now includes building, planning, environmental health, code compliance, community and economic development, natural resources, and airport land use responsibilities. In order to be successful in this effort, you must have the ability to apply common sense solutions to complex issues that, at times, don't make very much sense. Being able to gain the trust and confidence of County leaders, staff, the business community, and individual residents due to your approachable personality, high level of professionalism, and the ability to build consensus among diverse interests will be critical to your success. Step into the role of Community Development Director, where your vision will shape the future of our County, turning complex challenges into smart, sustainable solutions, and where every day is an opportunity to build a brighter, more vibrant community together. To learn more about this position, please check out the job description pages HERE . This recruitment is open until filled. It is to your advantage to submit an application as soon as possible, as the recruitment may close at any time following the first review on July 22, 2024. Selection Procedure - The following is a tentative schedule of events that will occur as part of the selection process: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Screening for minimum qualifications/first review: July 22, 2024 First interviews tentatively scheduled for August 5, 2024 or August 8, 2024 Panel interviews scheduled for August 21, 2024 Executive-Level interviews scheduled for August 22, 2024 The tentative start date is November 1, 2024, to provide a three (3) month overlap for cross-training. The current Community Director's anticipated retirement date is January 31, 2025. The selection process steps may change with or without notice. What's this Job All About? As the County's Community Development Director, you will have the opportunity to lead and set performance expectations with a hands-on approach to all aspects of departmental responsibilities. At the same time, you will find a staff that is eager to accept challenges and push themselves out of their comfort zones to accomplish great things. You will also find a Board of Supervisors that supports innovation, common sense over bureaucracy, and will provide great latitude in allowing you to impart your personality on the Department to continue its unmatched level of customer service in the delivery of development services. The department is composed of 10 full-time employees, six (6) that report directly to the Director, who is also accountable for managing the department’s substantial budget of $2.9 million. Culture is at Our Core The Community Development Department is a team-first, customer-service oriented office whose primary role is helping our customers realize their hopes and dreams for their property. While we are busy and work hard, we also have a lighthearted, fun approach to our workday. Our values reflect the Department's commitment to our community to: Deliver "WOW" Customer Service to All Be Passionate and Determined Build Open and Honest Relationships with Communication Be Adventurous, Creative, & Open-Minded Be Humble and Kind Foster a Positive Team Spirit Pursue Growth and Learning The Colusa County government is a small, relaxed, close-knit organization. The leadership team values work-life balance and recognizes the hard work of all County team members. As a member of the Colusa County "family," you are valued and appreciated. If you need time off to coach baseball, attend a ballet recital, take a pet to the vet, or engage in similar activities, you will be encouraged to do so. Although your workload may sometimes seem overwhelming, rest assured that the Colusa family is always ready to assist in getting the job done. We support one another’s growth, both professionally and personally. While we work hard and “play” even harder, the Community Development Director will be joining a family that understands the importance of work-life balance. How do we make a difference? The Department's team works tirelessly to ensure that the public's perception of the Department is that of a partner in the development process and not that of the stereotypical government bureaucratic obstacle. Of course, there are times when despite our best efforts to help a customer move forward with their project, we must nevertheless have to say “No”. However, what is important is that the customer knows that they were listened to, that we do care about them and their project, and that we utilized all of the Department’s considerable expertise to suggest viable options to help their project to move forward. What are the benefits? A beautiful, safe community in which to work and serve A caring, empathetic, & fun work family that you will be welcomed into A job with WORK-LIFE BALANCE A LIFETIME PAYCHECK (3% @ 60 for Classic Members and 2% @ 62 for New Members) Amazing health care BENEFITS at NO COST to you - Unless you choose a premium health care plan. Authentically kind and engaged leadership who truly enjoy developing staff 457 Deferred Compensation Management Leave: 10 days PAID vacation, PAID holidays (13), and PAID sick leave Vacation Parity! - Previous service with a public agency counts towards vacation accrual at Colusa County (Includes cities, counties, districts, military and similar entities.) To learn more about vacation parity please see our benefit summary.) Join us and be a part of making a real difference in Colusa County, where we always prioritize the well-being of our community and team members. This recruitment process is being initiated in anticipation of the current director's retirement. Supervision & Examples of Duties SUPERVISION RECEIVED : Receives general administrative direction from the Board of Supervisors and County Administrative Officer. SUPERVISION EXERCISED : Exercises direct supervision over supervisory, technical, and clerical staff. Qualifications Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental or similar land use planning work, including two (2) years of administrative/supervisory experience. Certified membership as an AICP member is desirable. Training Bachelor's degree with major course work in Urban, Rural or Regional Planning, Landscape Architecture, Geography, Economics, Public Administration or a related field. Master's degree is preferred. License or Certificate A valid State of California driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. Supplemental Information The salary range above consists of 15 steps. Steps 1-6 are annual merit steps with approximately 5% difference between each step, based on successful performance (Steps 7-15 are additional merit steps, requiring 2 years of satisfactory performance at the previous step. Steps 7-14 provide 2.5% increases, while Step 15 offers a 5% increase.) The final salary offered will depend on the applicant's experience and qualifications, ranging from steps 1 to 15. Please find the summary of benefits for all Department Heads here Department Heads Benefits Summary Closing Date/Time: 7/22/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES – Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Perform semi-skilled and skilled building maintenance work involving carpentry, painting, plumbing, and heating/ventilation/air conditioning (HVAC) tasks in the repair and maintenance of City buildings, equipment, and facilities.
Maintain and repair mechanical systems such as boilers and air conditioners and other air cooling systems; maintain and repair lighting systems in buildings and other city facilities, including parking lots.
Install, repair, and troubleshoot electrical systems; set-up, test, and maintain burglar and fire alarm systems; repair and maintain a variety of power generators and power compressors.
Install, repair, and maintain plumbing fixtures/equipment including toilets, pumps, and faucets.
Install and modify modular furniture configurations, including electric supply; install, repair, and paint/stucco sheetrock.
Inspect and repair doors, locks, windows, floors, lockers, gates, roofs/down spouts/gutters, and ceilings; inspect various maintenance projects; build forms and mix/pour concrete.
Work collaboratively with outside vendors and contractors in identifying unusual problems and/or maintaining and repairing City facilities and buildings.
Report potential safety problems related to City facilities, clean up spills and unsafe conditions as identified; lock and unlock doors of City facilities.
Repair and maintain ice machines, high pressure wash systems and pumps, and a variety of stoves, refrigerators, dishwashers, laundry washers/dryers and related small appliances.
Perform set up for events and classes including stage and podium, audio-visual and public address systems, lighting, generators and related equipment.
Evaluate job needs; purchase parts and supplies if not available in Central Stores.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Jun 17, 2024
Full Time
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES – Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Perform semi-skilled and skilled building maintenance work involving carpentry, painting, plumbing, and heating/ventilation/air conditioning (HVAC) tasks in the repair and maintenance of City buildings, equipment, and facilities.
Maintain and repair mechanical systems such as boilers and air conditioners and other air cooling systems; maintain and repair lighting systems in buildings and other city facilities, including parking lots.
Install, repair, and troubleshoot electrical systems; set-up, test, and maintain burglar and fire alarm systems; repair and maintain a variety of power generators and power compressors.
Install, repair, and maintain plumbing fixtures/equipment including toilets, pumps, and faucets.
Install and modify modular furniture configurations, including electric supply; install, repair, and paint/stucco sheetrock.
Inspect and repair doors, locks, windows, floors, lockers, gates, roofs/down spouts/gutters, and ceilings; inspect various maintenance projects; build forms and mix/pour concrete.
Work collaboratively with outside vendors and contractors in identifying unusual problems and/or maintaining and repairing City facilities and buildings.
Report potential safety problems related to City facilities, clean up spills and unsafe conditions as identified; lock and unlock doors of City facilities.
Repair and maintain ice machines, high pressure wash systems and pumps, and a variety of stoves, refrigerators, dishwashers, laundry washers/dryers and related small appliances.
Perform set up for events and classes including stage and podium, audio-visual and public address systems, lighting, generators and related equipment.
Evaluate job needs; purchase parts and supplies if not available in Central Stores.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
Perform related duties as assigned.
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 To view the recruitment brochure for this exciting opportunity , please click here . To be considered for the first round of interviews, please submit your application materials by 5:00 pm on July 9, 2024. Applications received after July 9th will be screened weekly up until the final filing deadline of August 6, 2024, at 5:00 pm. 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. 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 Preciosa Ayala-Burkhardt, Administrative Technician, at payala@placer.ca.gov or (530) 886-4637. Closing Date/Time: 8/6/2024 5:00:00 PM
Jun 12, 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 To view the recruitment brochure for this exciting opportunity , please click here . To be considered for the first round of interviews, please submit your application materials by 5:00 pm on July 9, 2024. Applications received after July 9th will be screened weekly up until the final filing deadline of August 6, 2024, at 5:00 pm. 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. 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 Preciosa Ayala-Burkhardt, Administrative Technician, at payala@placer.ca.gov or (530) 886-4637. Closing Date/Time: 8/6/2024 5:00:00 PM
INTERESTED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS APPLICATION MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE.
CLASS DEFINITION: Performs responsible journey-level technical drafting, office, and field engineering work; assists the general public; and performs other duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This classification is the third level in the Engineering Technician series. Incumbents perform complex technical drafting, office, and field engineering work with independent judgment. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: The incumbent works under the general supervision of the higher-level engineering staff, including Assistant Engineer, and Engineering Associate.
OVERVIEW:
Supervise field survey work conducting preliminary location, construction, property, and topographic surveys.
Prepare plans and specifications, including design calculations, estimating, and layout of engineering designs.
Review design plans and specifications for accuracy, completeness, and conformance with applicable Federal, State, and City codes and regulations.
Prepare bid specifications and contract documents, project budget and cost estimates, and review bids submitted.
Participate in project design meetings and review plans, specifications, and engineering drawings for conformance to applicable codes.
Prepare and make recommendations for revisions and/or improvements to construction plans and specifications.
Review and check improvement plans and subdivision maps for compliance with City standards and conditions.
Oversee construction projects and day-to-day construction activities to ensure compliance with plans and specifications, evaluate change orders, resolve problems, and coordinate field inspection with the Public Works Inspector.
Prepare progress payments for contractors; coordinate inspections with other departments; make recommendations for change as appropriate; close out projects.
Issue right-of-way encroachment permits.
Perform survey and difficult drafting work.
Prepare and maintain necessary records and reports.
Participate in outdoors-related engineering field activities including traffic signal equipment monitoring & adjusting, data collection, project observations, project documentation, and review of project field elements.
OTHER JOB-RELATED DUTIES:
Perform other duties as assigned.
Jun 11, 2024
Full Time
INTERESTED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS APPLICATION MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE.
CLASS DEFINITION: Performs responsible journey-level technical drafting, office, and field engineering work; assists the general public; and performs other duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This classification is the third level in the Engineering Technician series. Incumbents perform complex technical drafting, office, and field engineering work with independent judgment. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: The incumbent works under the general supervision of the higher-level engineering staff, including Assistant Engineer, and Engineering Associate.
OVERVIEW:
Supervise field survey work conducting preliminary location, construction, property, and topographic surveys.
Prepare plans and specifications, including design calculations, estimating, and layout of engineering designs.
Review design plans and specifications for accuracy, completeness, and conformance with applicable Federal, State, and City codes and regulations.
Prepare bid specifications and contract documents, project budget and cost estimates, and review bids submitted.
Participate in project design meetings and review plans, specifications, and engineering drawings for conformance to applicable codes.
Prepare and make recommendations for revisions and/or improvements to construction plans and specifications.
Review and check improvement plans and subdivision maps for compliance with City standards and conditions.
Oversee construction projects and day-to-day construction activities to ensure compliance with plans and specifications, evaluate change orders, resolve problems, and coordinate field inspection with the Public Works Inspector.
Prepare progress payments for contractors; coordinate inspections with other departments; make recommendations for change as appropriate; close out projects.
Issue right-of-way encroachment permits.
Perform survey and difficult drafting work.
Prepare and maintain necessary records and reports.
Participate in outdoors-related engineering field activities including traffic signal equipment monitoring & adjusting, data collection, project observations, project documentation, and review of project field elements.
OTHER JOB-RELATED DUTIES:
Perform other duties as assigned.
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 The Placer County Community Development Resource Agency is accepting applications to fill one Associate Surveyor vacancy in Auburn. The eligible list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies as they arise, subject to position-specific requirements. 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, supervise, coordinate and participate in complex, difficult, and sensitive professional surveying activities, including map certification and election mapping; and to exercise direct supervision over professional and technical staff. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the advanced journey level class in the Surveyor series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, by the amount of time spent performing assigned duties, and by the nature of the public contact made. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series including providing expert testimony with regard to boundary/survey information and exercising direct supervision over technical and professional staff. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general direction from supervisory or management staff as assigned. Exercises direct supervision over technical and professional staff. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives for surveying activities; establish schedules and methods for achieving survey Unit's work objectives; implement policies and procedures within areas of responsibility. Evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommend improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities. Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise and review the work of professional and technical staff assigned to areas of responsibility; participate in the selection of staff; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; recommend discipline; implement discipline procedures as directed. Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for staff, supplies, and equipment; monitor and control expenditure. Research, calculate and prepare legal descriptions for County road projects, LAFCO annexations, special districts, or as requested by other County departments. Provide information regarding survey data, County right-of-way, easements, record maps, status of various projects, to the public and private sector representatives. Administer the County's map certification and election mapping programs including oversight of review/approval of legal descriptions submitted to the County for annexation, easements, and property transfers. 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 It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below. Experience: Two years of responsible professional surveying experience performing duties similar to an Assistant Surveyor with Placer County. Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with major course work in engineering technology or a related field. Note: Relevant, equivalent experience (performing the same or similar job requiring similar knowledge, skills, and abilities) may be substituted for the required education as determined by the Human Resources Department. Applicants receiving their degree outside the United States must submit proof of accreditation by a recognized evaluation agency. Required License or Certificate: Possession of registration as a Licensed Land Surveyor in the State of California. May need to possess a valid driver's license as required depending on the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Public Works Department policies and procedures relative to surveying activities. Pertinent local, State, and Federal rules, regulations, laws and codes, including the Land Surveyors Act and the Subdivision Map Act. Principles and practices of land surveying, including application to the review of maps and legal descriptions. Computer software as used in technical computation/analysis and drafting/mapping/surveying applications. Principles of budget monitoring. Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluations. Principles and practices of work safety. Ability to: Organize, implement, and direct survey activities. On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational situations and technical policies and procedures; and understand, interpret, and explain applicable ordinances and statutes and County policies and procedures. On a continuous basis, sit at desk or stand at counter for long periods of time; intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; walk, stand, bend, squat, kneel, or twist while perform field work; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means or enter/retrieve data from computer; regularly lift heavy weight. Apply the principles and practices of professional surveying in the performance of professional surveying duties on multiple, diverse, and complex projects. Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff. Assist in the development and monitoring of assigned budget areas. Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned activities. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner. 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. 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 Kristen Cannon, Administrative Technician, at kcannon@placer.ca.gov or (530) 886-4661. Closing Date/Time: 7/12/2024 5:00:00 PM
Jun 08, 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 The Placer County Community Development Resource Agency is accepting applications to fill one Associate Surveyor vacancy in Auburn. The eligible list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies as they arise, subject to position-specific requirements. 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, supervise, coordinate and participate in complex, difficult, and sensitive professional surveying activities, including map certification and election mapping; and to exercise direct supervision over professional and technical staff. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the advanced journey level class in the Surveyor series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, by the amount of time spent performing assigned duties, and by the nature of the public contact made. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series including providing expert testimony with regard to boundary/survey information and exercising direct supervision over technical and professional staff. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general direction from supervisory or management staff as assigned. Exercises direct supervision over technical and professional staff. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives for surveying activities; establish schedules and methods for achieving survey Unit's work objectives; implement policies and procedures within areas of responsibility. Evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommend improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities. Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise and review the work of professional and technical staff assigned to areas of responsibility; participate in the selection of staff; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; recommend discipline; implement discipline procedures as directed. Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for staff, supplies, and equipment; monitor and control expenditure. Research, calculate and prepare legal descriptions for County road projects, LAFCO annexations, special districts, or as requested by other County departments. Provide information regarding survey data, County right-of-way, easements, record maps, status of various projects, to the public and private sector representatives. Administer the County's map certification and election mapping programs including oversight of review/approval of legal descriptions submitted to the County for annexation, easements, and property transfers. 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 It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below. Experience: Two years of responsible professional surveying experience performing duties similar to an Assistant Surveyor with Placer County. Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with major course work in engineering technology or a related field. Note: Relevant, equivalent experience (performing the same or similar job requiring similar knowledge, skills, and abilities) may be substituted for the required education as determined by the Human Resources Department. Applicants receiving their degree outside the United States must submit proof of accreditation by a recognized evaluation agency. Required License or Certificate: Possession of registration as a Licensed Land Surveyor in the State of California. May need to possess a valid driver's license as required depending on the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Public Works Department policies and procedures relative to surveying activities. Pertinent local, State, and Federal rules, regulations, laws and codes, including the Land Surveyors Act and the Subdivision Map Act. Principles and practices of land surveying, including application to the review of maps and legal descriptions. Computer software as used in technical computation/analysis and drafting/mapping/surveying applications. Principles of budget monitoring. Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluations. Principles and practices of work safety. Ability to: Organize, implement, and direct survey activities. On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational situations and technical policies and procedures; and understand, interpret, and explain applicable ordinances and statutes and County policies and procedures. On a continuous basis, sit at desk or stand at counter for long periods of time; intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; walk, stand, bend, squat, kneel, or twist while perform field work; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means or enter/retrieve data from computer; regularly lift heavy weight. Apply the principles and practices of professional surveying in the performance of professional surveying duties on multiple, diverse, and complex projects. Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff. Assist in the development and monitoring of assigned budget areas. Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned activities. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner. 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. 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 Kristen Cannon, Administrative Technician, at kcannon@placer.ca.gov or (530) 886-4661. Closing Date/Time: 7/12/2024 5:00:00 PM
City of Concord, CA
Concord, California, United States
Job Characteristics ***OPEN & PROMOTIONAL JOB OPPORTUNITY*** PRINCIPAL PLANNER The City of Concord is currently looking for an experienced planning professional to fill one Principal Planner vacancy in the Community Development Department. This position is open until filled and may close at any time. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The salary listed above includes a 5% wage increase effective July 8, 2024. An additional 4% wage increase is scheduled for July 7, 2025. The Community Development Department: The City of Concord’s Community Development Department, or CDD , is home to several divisions, which work together to maintain and improve the quality of life for residents and visitors. From Planning and Housing to Building and Engineering, CDD focuses on enhancing the quality of life for Concord’s residents and businesses. The Department's Planning Division implements and administers the policy direction of the City Council and the needs of the community with regard to the City’s built environment, including its development and growth. The Planning Division provides the public with information about property regulations and is responsible for developing long-range planning policies and plans, evaluating development projects, implementing housing programs, and assisting with the Concord Reuse Project. What you will be doing: The Principal Planner oversees current development projects as well as long range planning, and public policy development, implementation, and management. The Principal Planner reports to the Planning Manager and provides management-level supervision to assigned planning staff on current development and long range/policy projects. More specifically, this position will be overseeing the implementation of Housing Element programs such as the exploration of the regulation of short-term rentals, implementation of local SB 9 regulations, and working with BART to help facilitate a housing project. In addition, other duties will include drafting regulations to address sidewalk vending as well as an analysis of the City’s compliance with ABAG/MTC’s Transit Oriented Communities policy and possible required code updates. We are looking for someone who: Possesses extensive experience in either current development projects, long range planning projects, or both. This includes experience managing complex development projects and creating and/or implementing policies for public agencies, particularly housing policy. Has specific experience with General Plan amendments and rezoning. Experience in Specific Plan development/implementation and General Plan amendments/updates, including Housing Element updates and implementation is highly desired. Has the ability to manage multiple projects while concurrently adhering to established budgets and timeframes. Possesses exceptional oral and written communication skills, including active listening skills, clear articulation, and the ability to adapt communication style when engaging with the public, community stakeholders, developers, and elected officials. Has some supervisory experience. Knowledge of and experience with Accela and GIS software is also highly desirable. Embraces and is guided by the City’s Mission, Vision and Values . What we offer: The City of Concord offers the opportunity to take part in a collaborative and exciting work experience, where you can grow in your career while working alongside the community to make Concord a city of the highest quality. The City is an employer that invests in its employees’ professional and personal development, values work-life balance, is dedicated to employee wellness and provides numerous benefit and retirement options, to include the following: Participation in CalPERS pension, tiered based on date of hire A variety of health care plans or a cash-in-lieu benefit of $200 if waiving coverage City-paid dental insurance; employee-paid vision insurance Vacation accruals starting at 15 days per year, 12 days of sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, plus 80 hours of administrative leave per year available upon completion of probation Generous tuition reimbursement program 401(k) and 457 deferred compensation plans, including an employer paid contribution of 3% plus $2000 annually Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare, dependent care and commuting costs Life insurance in the amount of twice the annual salary (up to $400,000 max) and disability insurance A wellness program that offers yoga and fitness classes, annual health expos, health and nutrition education, as well as a variety of mental health resources Option for alternative work schedules, with department approval *Salary is negotiable within the advertised range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found at www.cityofconcord.org. The Community: Nestled in the foothills of Mt. Diablo, Concord is a major East Bay community located 29 miles east of San Francisco and 58 miles north of San Jose. With a population of almost 130,000 residents occupying an area of 31 square miles, Concord is the largest city in Contra Costa County. The City’s central location offers easy access to the entire Bay Area including Oakland, San Francisco, and the Silicon Valley. Concord has much to offer; its local lifestyle reflects a careful blending of the City’s early California heritage, along with modern planned development. It is a harmonious community of quiet neighborhoods, an excellent park system, convenient shopping centers, large preserves of open space, a state-of-the-art hospital, and a wide variety of restaurants. Additionally, diverse public and private educational opportunities for students of all ages are available in Concord. Concord residents enjoy a Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and mild winters. The ideal weather and natural beauty of Concord make the area ideal for visitors and locals seeking active outdoor activities. In Concord, where “Families Come First,” one is never far from a park or an open green space for active play or just relaxing. Todos Santos Plaza, the heart of downtown Concord, features a year-round Farmer’s Market, several seasonal and community celebrations, as well as serving as a wonderful outdoor space for all to enjoy. SELECTION PROCESS 1. Submit a completed City of Concord application and the required supplemental question responses online at www.cityofconcord.org . A resume and cover letter are not required but highly encouraged. 2. All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, and those candidates demonstrating the strongest qualifications for the position will be invited to participate in a panel interview. If you are selected to participate in the panel interview and are unavailable, we regret that we will not be able to reschedule you. Conviction History: If you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City of Concord. Examples of duties include, but are not limited to Coordinates the duties of assigned planning staff and performs activities pertaining to the processing of applications for consideration by the City Council, Planning Commission, Design Review Board, Zoning Administrator, and other bodies, as assigned.May act as Zoning Administrator and conduct hearings on applications as well as take action on applications under the jurisdiction of the Zoning Administrator which do not require hearings.Supervises professional Planners on assigned projects; coordinates and provides lead direction to consultants; coordinates and reviews the preparation of reports and correspondence; participates in the coordination of the Permit Center.Coordinates and participates in meetings to provide and receive information regarding applications and proposed plans and ordinances. Makes presentations before authoritative bodies such as the City Council, Planning Commission, Design Review Board, and other agencies, as assigned.Performs complex project management duties.Promotes the City's Mission to make Concord a city of the highest quality by providing responsive, cost-effective, and innovative government services; understands and subscribes to the Vision and Values statement adopted by the City. To view the full class specification for the position of Principal Planner , please visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/concord/classspecs . Qualifications Competencies, Knowledge and Abilities: Public Planning - Knowledge of functions, principles, methods, and techniques of public sector planning including land use planning, urban design, planning and zoning law, and environmental impact analysis. Planning and Evaluating - Determines objectives and strategies, coordinates with other parts of the organization to accomplish goals, monitors and evaluates the progress and outcomes of operational plans, and anticipates potential threats and/or opportunities. Land Use and Development - Knowledge of the principles and tools relevant to land use planning, development, regulations, and permitting. Reading - Understands and interprets written material including technical material, rules, regulations, instructions, reports, charts, graphs, or tables, and applies what is learned from written material to specific situations. Writing - Recognizes and uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information in a succinct and organized manner, and produces written information which may include technical material that is appropriate for the intended audience. Oral Communication - Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively taking into account the audience and nature of the information, makes clear and convincing oral presentations, listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Supervision - Knowledge of supervisory theories and methods sufficient to be able to perform a variety of lead work functions. Process Development/Improvement - Uses experience and observation to map existing processes and identify improvements, or develops new processes and procedures to address existing gaps. Technical Competence - Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training and extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job, works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job, and advises others on technical issues. Information Management - Identifies a need for and knows where or how to gather information and organizes and maintains information or information management systems. Technology Application - Uses machines, tools, instruments, and/or equipment effectively and uses computer applications to analyze and communicate information in the appropriate format. Self-Direction - Sets goals, takes initiative in implementing ideas, systems, or policies that affect a planning area, manages time efficiently, encourages feedback, and invests in self- development. Vision - Understands where the organization is headed and how to make a contribution, takes a long-term view, and recognizes opportunities to help the organization accomplish its objectives or move toward the vision. External Awareness - Identifies and understands economic, political, and social trends that affect the organization. Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, courtesy, tact, empathy, and concern, develops and maintains relationships, may deal with people who are difficult, hostile, and/or distressed, relates well to people from varied backgrounds and situations, and is sensitive to individual differences. Problem Solving - Identifies problems, determines accuracy and relevance of information, uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and to make recommendations, and initiates actions aligned with the strategic objectives of the section, unit, or project. Decisiveness - Commits to action, even in uncertain situations, by making sound and timely decisions necessary to carry out projects, ideas, systems, or policies that affect the planning area. Legal, public, and financial consequences are generally limited to related area(s). Reasoning - Identifies rules, principles, or relationships that explain facts, data, or other information, analyzes information, and makes correct inferences or draws accurate conclusions. Team Building - Encourages and facilitates cooperation and open communication, promotes team work at all levels, cooperates with staff, higher-level managers, peers, administrative staff from other organizations, internal and external customers, and local stakeholder groups to accomplish goals. Diversity - Is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, and other individual differences in the workforce. Customer Service - Works with customers to assess needs, provide assistance, resolves problems, and satisfy expectations, knows products and services, and is committed to providing quality products and services. Teaching Others - Helps others learn through formal or informal methods, identifies training needs, provides constructive feedback, coaches others on how to perform tasks, and acts as a mentor. Creative Thinking - Uses imagination to develop new insights into situations, applies innovative solutions to problems, and designs new methods where established method and procedures are inapplicable or are unavailable. Influencing/Negotiating - Persuades others to accept recommendations, cooperate, or change their behavior, works with others towards an agreement, and negotiates to find mutually acceptable solutions. Leadership - Initiates and sustains action to accomplish the goals by guiding and motivating others and gaining the confidence and active support of subordinates, peers, administrative staff from other organizations, internal and external customers, and local stakeholder groups. Achieves voluntary commitment to shared values and goals and adapts leadership style to different situations. Conflict Management - Manages and resolves conflicts, grievances, confrontations, or disagreements in a constructive manner to minimize negative personal impact. Organizational Awareness - Knows the organization's mission and function and how its social, political, and technological systems work and operates effectively with them including the program, policies, procedures, rules and regulation of the organization. Integrity/Honesty - Contributes to maintaining the integrity of the organization, displays high standards of ethical conduct, understands the impact of violating these standards on an organization, self, and others, and is trustworthy. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Flexibility - Is open to change and new information, adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles, and effectively deals with ambiguity. Education: Completion of a Bachelor's Degree in City Planning or a closely related field is required . A Master's degree is preferred. Experience: Eight years professional planning experience involving general plan, zoning or development services. Other A California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment. EEO/ADA: The City of Concord is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at 925-671-3308 or hrdept@cityofconcord.org prior to the final filing date. The City of Concord takes pride in offering a generous benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our qualifying employees. For a complete overview, click here . Below is a brief listing of what the City offers: Dental & Vision Insurance Employee Assistance Program Health Insurance Holidays Life Insurance Pre-tax Savings Benefits Retiree Medical (3 levels based on date of hire) Retirement Program Short-term Disability*and Long-term Disability Social Security/Medicare Vacation & Sick Leave *Not available for sworn personnel. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 08, 2024
Full Time
Job Characteristics ***OPEN & PROMOTIONAL JOB OPPORTUNITY*** PRINCIPAL PLANNER The City of Concord is currently looking for an experienced planning professional to fill one Principal Planner vacancy in the Community Development Department. This position is open until filled and may close at any time. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The salary listed above includes a 5% wage increase effective July 8, 2024. An additional 4% wage increase is scheduled for July 7, 2025. The Community Development Department: The City of Concord’s Community Development Department, or CDD , is home to several divisions, which work together to maintain and improve the quality of life for residents and visitors. From Planning and Housing to Building and Engineering, CDD focuses on enhancing the quality of life for Concord’s residents and businesses. The Department's Planning Division implements and administers the policy direction of the City Council and the needs of the community with regard to the City’s built environment, including its development and growth. The Planning Division provides the public with information about property regulations and is responsible for developing long-range planning policies and plans, evaluating development projects, implementing housing programs, and assisting with the Concord Reuse Project. What you will be doing: The Principal Planner oversees current development projects as well as long range planning, and public policy development, implementation, and management. The Principal Planner reports to the Planning Manager and provides management-level supervision to assigned planning staff on current development and long range/policy projects. More specifically, this position will be overseeing the implementation of Housing Element programs such as the exploration of the regulation of short-term rentals, implementation of local SB 9 regulations, and working with BART to help facilitate a housing project. In addition, other duties will include drafting regulations to address sidewalk vending as well as an analysis of the City’s compliance with ABAG/MTC’s Transit Oriented Communities policy and possible required code updates. We are looking for someone who: Possesses extensive experience in either current development projects, long range planning projects, or both. This includes experience managing complex development projects and creating and/or implementing policies for public agencies, particularly housing policy. Has specific experience with General Plan amendments and rezoning. Experience in Specific Plan development/implementation and General Plan amendments/updates, including Housing Element updates and implementation is highly desired. Has the ability to manage multiple projects while concurrently adhering to established budgets and timeframes. Possesses exceptional oral and written communication skills, including active listening skills, clear articulation, and the ability to adapt communication style when engaging with the public, community stakeholders, developers, and elected officials. Has some supervisory experience. Knowledge of and experience with Accela and GIS software is also highly desirable. Embraces and is guided by the City’s Mission, Vision and Values . What we offer: The City of Concord offers the opportunity to take part in a collaborative and exciting work experience, where you can grow in your career while working alongside the community to make Concord a city of the highest quality. The City is an employer that invests in its employees’ professional and personal development, values work-life balance, is dedicated to employee wellness and provides numerous benefit and retirement options, to include the following: Participation in CalPERS pension, tiered based on date of hire A variety of health care plans or a cash-in-lieu benefit of $200 if waiving coverage City-paid dental insurance; employee-paid vision insurance Vacation accruals starting at 15 days per year, 12 days of sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, plus 80 hours of administrative leave per year available upon completion of probation Generous tuition reimbursement program 401(k) and 457 deferred compensation plans, including an employer paid contribution of 3% plus $2000 annually Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare, dependent care and commuting costs Life insurance in the amount of twice the annual salary (up to $400,000 max) and disability insurance A wellness program that offers yoga and fitness classes, annual health expos, health and nutrition education, as well as a variety of mental health resources Option for alternative work schedules, with department approval *Salary is negotiable within the advertised range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found at www.cityofconcord.org. The Community: Nestled in the foothills of Mt. Diablo, Concord is a major East Bay community located 29 miles east of San Francisco and 58 miles north of San Jose. With a population of almost 130,000 residents occupying an area of 31 square miles, Concord is the largest city in Contra Costa County. The City’s central location offers easy access to the entire Bay Area including Oakland, San Francisco, and the Silicon Valley. Concord has much to offer; its local lifestyle reflects a careful blending of the City’s early California heritage, along with modern planned development. It is a harmonious community of quiet neighborhoods, an excellent park system, convenient shopping centers, large preserves of open space, a state-of-the-art hospital, and a wide variety of restaurants. Additionally, diverse public and private educational opportunities for students of all ages are available in Concord. Concord residents enjoy a Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and mild winters. The ideal weather and natural beauty of Concord make the area ideal for visitors and locals seeking active outdoor activities. In Concord, where “Families Come First,” one is never far from a park or an open green space for active play or just relaxing. Todos Santos Plaza, the heart of downtown Concord, features a year-round Farmer’s Market, several seasonal and community celebrations, as well as serving as a wonderful outdoor space for all to enjoy. SELECTION PROCESS 1. Submit a completed City of Concord application and the required supplemental question responses online at www.cityofconcord.org . A resume and cover letter are not required but highly encouraged. 2. All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, and those candidates demonstrating the strongest qualifications for the position will be invited to participate in a panel interview. If you are selected to participate in the panel interview and are unavailable, we regret that we will not be able to reschedule you. Conviction History: If you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City of Concord. Examples of duties include, but are not limited to Coordinates the duties of assigned planning staff and performs activities pertaining to the processing of applications for consideration by the City Council, Planning Commission, Design Review Board, Zoning Administrator, and other bodies, as assigned.May act as Zoning Administrator and conduct hearings on applications as well as take action on applications under the jurisdiction of the Zoning Administrator which do not require hearings.Supervises professional Planners on assigned projects; coordinates and provides lead direction to consultants; coordinates and reviews the preparation of reports and correspondence; participates in the coordination of the Permit Center.Coordinates and participates in meetings to provide and receive information regarding applications and proposed plans and ordinances. Makes presentations before authoritative bodies such as the City Council, Planning Commission, Design Review Board, and other agencies, as assigned.Performs complex project management duties.Promotes the City's Mission to make Concord a city of the highest quality by providing responsive, cost-effective, and innovative government services; understands and subscribes to the Vision and Values statement adopted by the City. To view the full class specification for the position of Principal Planner , please visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/concord/classspecs . Qualifications Competencies, Knowledge and Abilities: Public Planning - Knowledge of functions, principles, methods, and techniques of public sector planning including land use planning, urban design, planning and zoning law, and environmental impact analysis. Planning and Evaluating - Determines objectives and strategies, coordinates with other parts of the organization to accomplish goals, monitors and evaluates the progress and outcomes of operational plans, and anticipates potential threats and/or opportunities. Land Use and Development - Knowledge of the principles and tools relevant to land use planning, development, regulations, and permitting. Reading - Understands and interprets written material including technical material, rules, regulations, instructions, reports, charts, graphs, or tables, and applies what is learned from written material to specific situations. Writing - Recognizes and uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information in a succinct and organized manner, and produces written information which may include technical material that is appropriate for the intended audience. Oral Communication - Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively taking into account the audience and nature of the information, makes clear and convincing oral presentations, listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Supervision - Knowledge of supervisory theories and methods sufficient to be able to perform a variety of lead work functions. Process Development/Improvement - Uses experience and observation to map existing processes and identify improvements, or develops new processes and procedures to address existing gaps. Technical Competence - Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training and extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job, works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job, and advises others on technical issues. Information Management - Identifies a need for and knows where or how to gather information and organizes and maintains information or information management systems. Technology Application - Uses machines, tools, instruments, and/or equipment effectively and uses computer applications to analyze and communicate information in the appropriate format. Self-Direction - Sets goals, takes initiative in implementing ideas, systems, or policies that affect a planning area, manages time efficiently, encourages feedback, and invests in self- development. Vision - Understands where the organization is headed and how to make a contribution, takes a long-term view, and recognizes opportunities to help the organization accomplish its objectives or move toward the vision. External Awareness - Identifies and understands economic, political, and social trends that affect the organization. Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, courtesy, tact, empathy, and concern, develops and maintains relationships, may deal with people who are difficult, hostile, and/or distressed, relates well to people from varied backgrounds and situations, and is sensitive to individual differences. Problem Solving - Identifies problems, determines accuracy and relevance of information, uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and to make recommendations, and initiates actions aligned with the strategic objectives of the section, unit, or project. Decisiveness - Commits to action, even in uncertain situations, by making sound and timely decisions necessary to carry out projects, ideas, systems, or policies that affect the planning area. Legal, public, and financial consequences are generally limited to related area(s). Reasoning - Identifies rules, principles, or relationships that explain facts, data, or other information, analyzes information, and makes correct inferences or draws accurate conclusions. Team Building - Encourages and facilitates cooperation and open communication, promotes team work at all levels, cooperates with staff, higher-level managers, peers, administrative staff from other organizations, internal and external customers, and local stakeholder groups to accomplish goals. Diversity - Is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, and other individual differences in the workforce. Customer Service - Works with customers to assess needs, provide assistance, resolves problems, and satisfy expectations, knows products and services, and is committed to providing quality products and services. Teaching Others - Helps others learn through formal or informal methods, identifies training needs, provides constructive feedback, coaches others on how to perform tasks, and acts as a mentor. Creative Thinking - Uses imagination to develop new insights into situations, applies innovative solutions to problems, and designs new methods where established method and procedures are inapplicable or are unavailable. Influencing/Negotiating - Persuades others to accept recommendations, cooperate, or change their behavior, works with others towards an agreement, and negotiates to find mutually acceptable solutions. Leadership - Initiates and sustains action to accomplish the goals by guiding and motivating others and gaining the confidence and active support of subordinates, peers, administrative staff from other organizations, internal and external customers, and local stakeholder groups. Achieves voluntary commitment to shared values and goals and adapts leadership style to different situations. Conflict Management - Manages and resolves conflicts, grievances, confrontations, or disagreements in a constructive manner to minimize negative personal impact. Organizational Awareness - Knows the organization's mission and function and how its social, political, and technological systems work and operates effectively with them including the program, policies, procedures, rules and regulation of the organization. Integrity/Honesty - Contributes to maintaining the integrity of the organization, displays high standards of ethical conduct, understands the impact of violating these standards on an organization, self, and others, and is trustworthy. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Flexibility - Is open to change and new information, adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles, and effectively deals with ambiguity. Education: Completion of a Bachelor's Degree in City Planning or a closely related field is required . A Master's degree is preferred. Experience: Eight years professional planning experience involving general plan, zoning or development services. Other A California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment. EEO/ADA: The City of Concord is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at 925-671-3308 or hrdept@cityofconcord.org prior to the final filing date. The City of Concord takes pride in offering a generous benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our qualifying employees. For a complete overview, click here . Below is a brief listing of what the City offers: Dental & Vision Insurance Employee Assistance Program Health Insurance Holidays Life Insurance Pre-tax Savings Benefits Retiree Medical (3 levels based on date of hire) Retirement Program Short-term Disability*and Long-term Disability Social Security/Medicare Vacation & Sick Leave *Not available for sworn personnel. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Newport Beach, CA
Newport Beach, California, United States
Definition Come join the City of Newport Beach! The City of Newport Beach is seeking one full-time Deputy City Attorney to join the City Attorney's Office . The successful candidate will have a firm understanding of municipal law, the prosecution of criminal matters, Public Records Act, Brown Act, conflict of interest regulations, and litigation. This candidate will also have the ability to draft agreements, ordinances, resolutions and appropriately analyze risk. The ability to make decisions, work collaboratively across departments and represent the City in the most sensitive and complex cases will be expected. Selection Components: Application Evaluation: Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis with the first review date of June 17, 2024. The position will remain open until the position is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time. Candidates are required to submit a resume in order for the application package to be considered complete. Virtual Interview: Tentatively scheduled for July 9, 2024 . Passing applicants will be placed on an eligibility list that may be used to fill future full-time vacancies as they occur. Schedule: This position may work a 5/40, 9/80, or 4/10 schedule. Career Path: The career path for this position includes: Assistant City Attorney and City Attorney. Retirement: The City offers an excellent benefit package and membership in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). The retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS and the employee is required to contribute 11.5% of their pay towards the retirement benefit. Essential Duties Please view the online job specification for a more detailed description of specific job duties. Qualifications Please view the online job specification for a more detailed description of specific qualifications. Experience & Education and License/Certificate A combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Two years of legal experience in municipal law, employment law, criminal law, land use law, and/or litigation. Education: A Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association accredited law school. License/Certificate : Membership in the State Bar of California. Due to the performance of some field duties which require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid and appropriate California driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required. FLSA Classification: Exempt. Please Note: Candidates deemed most qualified, as reflected in their application materials, will be invited to continue in the recruitment process. The prospective candidate must successfully complete a thorough background review, including being fingerprinted by the Newport Beach Police Department. The resulting report of your conviction history, (if any), will be evaluated along with the other information received in connection with your application. Except as otherwise required by law, a criminal conviction will not necessarily disqualify you from the position. The nature, date, surrounding circumstances, and the relevance of the offense to the position applied for may, however, be considered. Disaster Service Worker : In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Newport Beach Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
Jun 04, 2024
Full Time
Definition Come join the City of Newport Beach! The City of Newport Beach is seeking one full-time Deputy City Attorney to join the City Attorney's Office . The successful candidate will have a firm understanding of municipal law, the prosecution of criminal matters, Public Records Act, Brown Act, conflict of interest regulations, and litigation. This candidate will also have the ability to draft agreements, ordinances, resolutions and appropriately analyze risk. The ability to make decisions, work collaboratively across departments and represent the City in the most sensitive and complex cases will be expected. Selection Components: Application Evaluation: Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis with the first review date of June 17, 2024. The position will remain open until the position is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time. Candidates are required to submit a resume in order for the application package to be considered complete. Virtual Interview: Tentatively scheduled for July 9, 2024 . Passing applicants will be placed on an eligibility list that may be used to fill future full-time vacancies as they occur. Schedule: This position may work a 5/40, 9/80, or 4/10 schedule. Career Path: The career path for this position includes: Assistant City Attorney and City Attorney. Retirement: The City offers an excellent benefit package and membership in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). The retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS and the employee is required to contribute 11.5% of their pay towards the retirement benefit. Essential Duties Please view the online job specification for a more detailed description of specific job duties. Qualifications Please view the online job specification for a more detailed description of specific qualifications. Experience & Education and License/Certificate A combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Two years of legal experience in municipal law, employment law, criminal law, land use law, and/or litigation. Education: A Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association accredited law school. License/Certificate : Membership in the State Bar of California. Due to the performance of some field duties which require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid and appropriate California driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required. FLSA Classification: Exempt. Please Note: Candidates deemed most qualified, as reflected in their application materials, will be invited to continue in the recruitment process. The prospective candidate must successfully complete a thorough background review, including being fingerprinted by the Newport Beach Police Department. The resulting report of your conviction history, (if any), will be evaluated along with the other information received in connection with your application. Except as otherwise required by law, a criminal conviction will not necessarily disqualify you from the position. The nature, date, surrounding circumstances, and the relevance of the offense to the position applied for may, however, be considered. Disaster Service Worker : In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Newport Beach Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
Santa Cruz County, CA
Santa Cruz, California, United States
Introduction County of Santa Cruz invites you to apply for: Medical Assistant To view the full job announcement: Click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 07, 2024
Full Time
Introduction County of Santa Cruz invites you to apply for: Medical Assistant To view the full job announcement: Click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Santa Cruz County, CA
Santa Cruz, California, United States
Introduction County of Santa Cruz Invites you to apply for: Public Health Nurse II To view the full job announcement: Click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 07, 2024
Full Time
Introduction County of Santa Cruz Invites you to apply for: Public Health Nurse II To view the full job announcement: Click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Santa Cruz County, CA
Santa Cruz, California, United States
Introduction County of Santa Cruz invites you to apply for: CLINIC NURSE III To view the full job announcement: Click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 07, 2024
Full Time
Introduction County of Santa Cruz invites you to apply for: CLINIC NURSE III To view the full job announcement: Click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
If you are having trouble with the application, please call 1-888-ASK MODOT (275-6636) and a Customer Service Representative will route your call to the local HR office for assistance. Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome. Offers above the posted amount may occur depending on similarity of internal work or transferability of knowledge, skills, and abilities of internal applicants. Job Location: Odessa, MO Why you’ll love this position: The equipment technician performs entry-level skilled work in the maintenance and repair of light vehicles and heavy construction equipment. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision. This opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position. What you’ll do: Maintains and performs basic repairs to automobiles, trucks, tractors, loaders, motor graders and other heavy equipment. Inspects, services, repairs and overhauls transmissions, engines, clutches, drivelines, differentials, front and rear axle assemblies and ignition systems; repairs and installs hydraulic controls; tunes motors using standard testing equipment; dismantles, repairs and reassembles air compressors, hydraulic jacks, pumps, cylinders and related equipment. Inspects, repairs, overhauls and assembles automotive components such as alternators, distributors and starters. Completes mandated fleet inspections and ensures all equipment meets OSHA standards and all repairs and modifications are done in accordance with operational specifications and safety standards. May weld and modify equipment and fabricate parts. Special Working Conditions: Job requires significant physical stamina and endurance. Job requires exposure to physical hazards, health and safety risks, and/or adverse or otherwise undesirable characteristics in the environment. Job may require operation of vehicles to plow snow and spread ice control materials. Waiver of minimum requirement may be considered All you need for success: Associate’s Degree in Diesel Mechanics, Auto Mechanics, Automotive Technology, or Completion of a formal post-secondary technical training program in automobile or heavy equipment-related repair (of at least 30 credit hours or one school year in duration) and one year of experience in automotive or heavy equipment repair. A passing grade on the written portion of the commercial driver’s license (CDL) exam is required prior to the hire date. Must pass the driving portion of the Class B CDL exam with tanker endorsement, no air brake restrictions, and interstate status (either Excepted Interstate [EI] or Non-Excepted Interstate [NI]) within 60 days of hire into the position. Valid vehicle inspection license within 60 days of hire into the position. Successful completion of a work simulation examination and medical-physical examination. More reasons to love this position: MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE . At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.
Jul 07, 2024
Full Time
If you are having trouble with the application, please call 1-888-ASK MODOT (275-6636) and a Customer Service Representative will route your call to the local HR office for assistance. Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome. Offers above the posted amount may occur depending on similarity of internal work or transferability of knowledge, skills, and abilities of internal applicants. Job Location: Odessa, MO Why you’ll love this position: The equipment technician performs entry-level skilled work in the maintenance and repair of light vehicles and heavy construction equipment. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision. This opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position. What you’ll do: Maintains and performs basic repairs to automobiles, trucks, tractors, loaders, motor graders and other heavy equipment. Inspects, services, repairs and overhauls transmissions, engines, clutches, drivelines, differentials, front and rear axle assemblies and ignition systems; repairs and installs hydraulic controls; tunes motors using standard testing equipment; dismantles, repairs and reassembles air compressors, hydraulic jacks, pumps, cylinders and related equipment. Inspects, repairs, overhauls and assembles automotive components such as alternators, distributors and starters. Completes mandated fleet inspections and ensures all equipment meets OSHA standards and all repairs and modifications are done in accordance with operational specifications and safety standards. May weld and modify equipment and fabricate parts. Special Working Conditions: Job requires significant physical stamina and endurance. Job requires exposure to physical hazards, health and safety risks, and/or adverse or otherwise undesirable characteristics in the environment. Job may require operation of vehicles to plow snow and spread ice control materials. Waiver of minimum requirement may be considered All you need for success: Associate’s Degree in Diesel Mechanics, Auto Mechanics, Automotive Technology, or Completion of a formal post-secondary technical training program in automobile or heavy equipment-related repair (of at least 30 credit hours or one school year in duration) and one year of experience in automotive or heavy equipment repair. A passing grade on the written portion of the commercial driver’s license (CDL) exam is required prior to the hire date. Must pass the driving portion of the Class B CDL exam with tanker endorsement, no air brake restrictions, and interstate status (either Excepted Interstate [EI] or Non-Excepted Interstate [NI]) within 60 days of hire into the position. Valid vehicle inspection license within 60 days of hire into the position. Successful completion of a work simulation examination and medical-physical examination. More reasons to love this position: MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE . At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.