CITY OF RIVERSIDE, CA
Riverside, California, United States
The Position The City of Riverside seeks an experienced Chief Innovation Security Officer (CISO), Non-classified* to direct and oversee Innovation and Technology (IT) Security programs and operations Citywide. The CISO will set the City's cyber security vision, develop policy, mitigate risk, train others on security policies and practices, ensure systems and data are working and be an IT security business partner for our 17 departments, Chief Innovation Officer, and executive leaders. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on participative leader with extensive experience writing and optimizing IT security policy and procedures, mitigating risk, and serving as a subject matter expert and business partner to the organization. Our CISO should be creative, agile, flexible, and forward thinking to stay on the forefront of IT security. The City of Riverside is nationally recognized for the innovative technology services provided to its constituents, if you are looking to join a forward-thinking organization in a unique and expanding urban center, this is the job for you! *This position is designated as Non-Classified and is exempt from the classified service. The Incumbent shall be appointed "at-will" and serve at the pleasure of the City Manager. Positions in this classification may be eligible to have salary increased to a maximum of fifteen percent beyond the regularly assigned top step of the salary range for “outstanding performance”, subject to City Manager approval. IDEAL CANDIDATE We seek a proactive, hands-on leader with proven experience in developing and enhancing IT security policies, mitigating risks, and serving as a trusted advisor to the organization. Our ideal CISO is innovative, excellent communicator, action oriented, adaptable, and forward-thinking, consistently staying ahead of emerging IT security trends. We need a solution-driven partner who can unify the department and City under a cohesive security strategy, finding creative ways to enable business objectives while maintaining robust protection. Our ideal CISO will also be able to: Evaluate diverse data types and IT infrastructures, understanding system interconnections to implement comprehensive security measures. Analyze system dependencies, confidentiality, integrity, and availability to identify critical assets and implement appropriate controls. Develop tailored cybersecurity policies that balance operational needs, unique system requirements, regulatory compliance, and risk tolerance. Communicate IT risk findings and mitigation strategies effectively to stakeholders, ensuring timely remediation. Apply industry best practices to craft and update cybersecurity policies aligned with organizational goals. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., HIPAA, CJIS) when developing policies, RFPs, and technology architectures. Create and implement a comprehensive, organization-wide IT security strategic plan. Design and deliver regular training sessions to educate staff and stakeholders on cybersecurity practices, policies, and risk management. Provide expert guidance and support to technical and business users to enhance security, address threats, and safeguard the City's digital assets. Leadership/Interpersonal: Partner with department heads and City leaders on all information security initiatives and decisions. Champion cybersecurity awareness and education throughout the organization. Drive projects forward by overcoming technical and business obstacles with influential leadership. Demonstrate innovative thinking to achieve client goals while maintaining a strong customer service focus. Introduce fresh perspectives, drive change, and exemplify transformational leadership. Blend technical expertise with strong interpersonal skills to build trust and positive relationships across the organization. Exhibit self-motivation, attention to detail, and adaptability in a dynamic environment. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE SEE THE RECRUITMENT BROCHURE HERE . Work Performed Some of the City's innovative programs include: Access our virtual, 24/7 City Hall at https://riversideca.gov/ where almost all citywide services are available and offered online. An advanced real time crime center to improve community safety and wellbeing. Smart Cities initiatives such as park your way, utility modernization, infrastructure modernization, Enterprise applications upgrades, Ai data analytics, and Hybrid Cloud Digital equity and broadband accessibility THE JOB The CISO will articulate security risks, form and direct policy, lead short- and long-term security strategies, direct disaster recovery and business continuity plans, and create a culture of awareness and appreciation for cyber security/cyber hygiene by developing and implementing curriculum and training organization-wide. This position also develops and directs information security (cyber security) programs, architecture, vendors and policies that protect the City's information, digital and physical assets. The CISO is an at-will position that reports to the Chief Innovation Officer (CIO), and oversees an approximate budget of $750K and a security analyst, with dotted-line security oversight of all information technology staff and Citywide technology. We are looking for a highly experienced technical and strategic leader with exposure to more than one of the following regulations: Payment Card Industry (PCI) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Health Information Privacy and Portability Act (HIPPA), and/or Criminal Justice Information systems (CJIS). Riverside IT's Upcoming Challenges/Opportunities: ERP, Asset Management and 311 system replacement Design and implement IT security including implementing device posture assessment, micro-segmentation and security zones. Redesign the City's internet perimeter. Lead replication, redundancy and disaster recovery systems for an active/active data center that is currently being built using software defined firewalls, networking and data center. Implement unsupervised machine learning that recognizes threats. Continue expanding least privileged and defense in depth strategy across the City. Security and operational controls monitoring, validation and optimization Under general direction of the Chief Innovation Officer, direct citywide information security and cyber security programs that are designed to provide the protection and confidentiality of data, along with other information assets of the City of Riverside; and perform other related duties as required. When assigned to the Innovation and Technology Department, typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Oversee the development and implementation of Citywide information security policies and procedures to protect the City from internal and external information technology threats and vulnerabilities. Direct the preparation of short and long-term strategies for optimizing the City's Information Security Plan, and formulate and recommend citywide policies for detecting, deterring, and mitigating information security threats. Direct and participate in the identification of security risks, development, and implementation of security management practices, and the measurement and monitoring of security protection measures. Review and recommend the professional development curriculum for City's Innovation and Technology, security and privacy staff to ensure adequate and appropriate training standards in information security and protection measures and coordinate related training and awareness programs. Direct the development and promotion of security and privacy awareness training and education for all levels of the City's organization structure on an ongoing basis. Participate in the development and implementation of disaster recovery and business continuity plans, to ensure that appropriate information technology security measures are addressed. Participate in the development, implementation, and compliance monitoring of IT security agreements, business associate agreements, chain-of-trust agreements, Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), and similar documents that involve access to or exchange of City information to ensure all security concerns are addressed. Lead vendor activities, write and evaluate proposals, and negotiate contracts for citywide information security related software, equipment and services, and present recommendations for funding and approvals to the Chief Innovation Officer. Respond to and assist in due diligence and audit requests. Conduct periodic departmental cyber security audits. Ensure that technology decisions made are compliant with enterprise security architecture. Collaborate with City Departments on security solutions. Participate in systems design to ensure implementation of appropriate cyber security policies. Respond to network and system intrusive activity and analyze network traffic and system logs to determine corrective action and implement countermeasures. Manage a computer crime or incident scene, including recognition of the proper investigative approach, conducting a field of search to establish probable cause for seizure, proper collection methods, evidence preservation, transportation, analysis, and case management. Qualifications Option I: Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major study in cyber security administration, information technology, computer science, or a related field. A Master's degree may substitute for one year of the required experience. Experience: Eight years of progressively responsible information security, server and network security, and information technology experience, including intrusion detection and prevention systems, and preferably involving regulated industries and/or public organizations, and supervisory accountability. Option II: Education : Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university with major study in cyber security administration, information technology, computer science, or a related field. Experience : Ten years of progressively responsible information security, server and network security, and information technology experience, including intrusion detection and prevention systems, and preferably involving regulated industries and/or public organizations, and supervisory accountability. Highly Desired Qualifications: Experience and Education: Experience in a regulated industries and/or public agency. Supervisory accountability. Master's degree in information security, or a related field. Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work may be considered. Certifications: Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Information Infrastructure Library (ITIL) GIAC Information Security Computer Security Incident Response (CSIRT) Necessary Special Requirement: Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. ** When assigned to the Police Department, must be able to successfully pass an extensive police background.** Selection Process DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION: 1) Completed Employment Application 2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire 3) Resume and Letter of Interest FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: ( Application Guide). The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS: If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment. Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver’s License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process. It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment. Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/ physical examination . NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university. Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options: An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ . An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university. All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. Level II includes Senior Management, Management and Professional classifications (Exempt). The City offers an attractive benefits package, the central provisions of which are as follows: Retirement for Classic Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are CLASSIC MEMBERS of California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2.7 % @ age 55; 3 year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 8%.The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense. Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who ARE NOT a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% at age 62; 3 year final compensation.The required employee contribution is 50% of the normal cost. And is subject to change per CalPERS every fiscal year. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense. Health Insurance - The City offers six health insurance plans and contributes up to $1,516 per month for HMO plans (family coverage). Dental Insurance - The City provides three dental insurance plans and contributes up to $45 per month. Vision Insurance - The City provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their dependents that are enrolled in medical coverage. Life Insurance - The City provides and pays for term life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment equal to two times the annual salary rounded to the next highest $1,000 (up to $700k) plus AD&D. Additional Life Insurance is available and voluntary for employee and eligible dependents (up to $300k). Deferred Compensation - The City contributes $100 per month with a minimum employee contribution of $12.50 per check.Participation in the deferred compensation plan is optional. Leave Benefits - Includes all the typical vacation leave, sick leave, bereavement leave, and holiday benefits. Flexible Spending Account - The City offers a Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan for optional participation. Long Term Disability - The City offers optional enrollment in the Long Term Disability Plan. LegalEase Plan - Optional legal services plan for employees and eligible dependents. Critical Illness Plan - Optional critical illness insurance plan for employees and eligible dependents. Vacation Accrual - 0-9 yrs. = 144 hrs., 10+ yrs. = 184 hrs. Administrative Leave - 64 hrs per fiscal year. For additional benefits information, please visit the following website: https://www.riversideca.gov/human/employee-hub/benefits/about-1 For part-time, benefitted positions the insurance and other benefits (leave accruals, holidays, etc.) are pro-rated based on ½ or ¾ time status. Closing Date/Time: 10/13/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Sep 14, 2024
Full Time
The Position The City of Riverside seeks an experienced Chief Innovation Security Officer (CISO), Non-classified* to direct and oversee Innovation and Technology (IT) Security programs and operations Citywide. The CISO will set the City's cyber security vision, develop policy, mitigate risk, train others on security policies and practices, ensure systems and data are working and be an IT security business partner for our 17 departments, Chief Innovation Officer, and executive leaders. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on participative leader with extensive experience writing and optimizing IT security policy and procedures, mitigating risk, and serving as a subject matter expert and business partner to the organization. Our CISO should be creative, agile, flexible, and forward thinking to stay on the forefront of IT security. The City of Riverside is nationally recognized for the innovative technology services provided to its constituents, if you are looking to join a forward-thinking organization in a unique and expanding urban center, this is the job for you! *This position is designated as Non-Classified and is exempt from the classified service. The Incumbent shall be appointed "at-will" and serve at the pleasure of the City Manager. Positions in this classification may be eligible to have salary increased to a maximum of fifteen percent beyond the regularly assigned top step of the salary range for “outstanding performance”, subject to City Manager approval. IDEAL CANDIDATE We seek a proactive, hands-on leader with proven experience in developing and enhancing IT security policies, mitigating risks, and serving as a trusted advisor to the organization. Our ideal CISO is innovative, excellent communicator, action oriented, adaptable, and forward-thinking, consistently staying ahead of emerging IT security trends. We need a solution-driven partner who can unify the department and City under a cohesive security strategy, finding creative ways to enable business objectives while maintaining robust protection. Our ideal CISO will also be able to: Evaluate diverse data types and IT infrastructures, understanding system interconnections to implement comprehensive security measures. Analyze system dependencies, confidentiality, integrity, and availability to identify critical assets and implement appropriate controls. Develop tailored cybersecurity policies that balance operational needs, unique system requirements, regulatory compliance, and risk tolerance. Communicate IT risk findings and mitigation strategies effectively to stakeholders, ensuring timely remediation. Apply industry best practices to craft and update cybersecurity policies aligned with organizational goals. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., HIPAA, CJIS) when developing policies, RFPs, and technology architectures. Create and implement a comprehensive, organization-wide IT security strategic plan. Design and deliver regular training sessions to educate staff and stakeholders on cybersecurity practices, policies, and risk management. Provide expert guidance and support to technical and business users to enhance security, address threats, and safeguard the City's digital assets. Leadership/Interpersonal: Partner with department heads and City leaders on all information security initiatives and decisions. Champion cybersecurity awareness and education throughout the organization. Drive projects forward by overcoming technical and business obstacles with influential leadership. Demonstrate innovative thinking to achieve client goals while maintaining a strong customer service focus. Introduce fresh perspectives, drive change, and exemplify transformational leadership. Blend technical expertise with strong interpersonal skills to build trust and positive relationships across the organization. Exhibit self-motivation, attention to detail, and adaptability in a dynamic environment. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE SEE THE RECRUITMENT BROCHURE HERE . Work Performed Some of the City's innovative programs include: Access our virtual, 24/7 City Hall at https://riversideca.gov/ where almost all citywide services are available and offered online. An advanced real time crime center to improve community safety and wellbeing. Smart Cities initiatives such as park your way, utility modernization, infrastructure modernization, Enterprise applications upgrades, Ai data analytics, and Hybrid Cloud Digital equity and broadband accessibility THE JOB The CISO will articulate security risks, form and direct policy, lead short- and long-term security strategies, direct disaster recovery and business continuity plans, and create a culture of awareness and appreciation for cyber security/cyber hygiene by developing and implementing curriculum and training organization-wide. This position also develops and directs information security (cyber security) programs, architecture, vendors and policies that protect the City's information, digital and physical assets. The CISO is an at-will position that reports to the Chief Innovation Officer (CIO), and oversees an approximate budget of $750K and a security analyst, with dotted-line security oversight of all information technology staff and Citywide technology. We are looking for a highly experienced technical and strategic leader with exposure to more than one of the following regulations: Payment Card Industry (PCI) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Health Information Privacy and Portability Act (HIPPA), and/or Criminal Justice Information systems (CJIS). Riverside IT's Upcoming Challenges/Opportunities: ERP, Asset Management and 311 system replacement Design and implement IT security including implementing device posture assessment, micro-segmentation and security zones. Redesign the City's internet perimeter. Lead replication, redundancy and disaster recovery systems for an active/active data center that is currently being built using software defined firewalls, networking and data center. Implement unsupervised machine learning that recognizes threats. Continue expanding least privileged and defense in depth strategy across the City. Security and operational controls monitoring, validation and optimization Under general direction of the Chief Innovation Officer, direct citywide information security and cyber security programs that are designed to provide the protection and confidentiality of data, along with other information assets of the City of Riverside; and perform other related duties as required. When assigned to the Innovation and Technology Department, typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Oversee the development and implementation of Citywide information security policies and procedures to protect the City from internal and external information technology threats and vulnerabilities. Direct the preparation of short and long-term strategies for optimizing the City's Information Security Plan, and formulate and recommend citywide policies for detecting, deterring, and mitigating information security threats. Direct and participate in the identification of security risks, development, and implementation of security management practices, and the measurement and monitoring of security protection measures. Review and recommend the professional development curriculum for City's Innovation and Technology, security and privacy staff to ensure adequate and appropriate training standards in information security and protection measures and coordinate related training and awareness programs. Direct the development and promotion of security and privacy awareness training and education for all levels of the City's organization structure on an ongoing basis. Participate in the development and implementation of disaster recovery and business continuity plans, to ensure that appropriate information technology security measures are addressed. Participate in the development, implementation, and compliance monitoring of IT security agreements, business associate agreements, chain-of-trust agreements, Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), and similar documents that involve access to or exchange of City information to ensure all security concerns are addressed. Lead vendor activities, write and evaluate proposals, and negotiate contracts for citywide information security related software, equipment and services, and present recommendations for funding and approvals to the Chief Innovation Officer. Respond to and assist in due diligence and audit requests. Conduct periodic departmental cyber security audits. Ensure that technology decisions made are compliant with enterprise security architecture. Collaborate with City Departments on security solutions. Participate in systems design to ensure implementation of appropriate cyber security policies. Respond to network and system intrusive activity and analyze network traffic and system logs to determine corrective action and implement countermeasures. Manage a computer crime or incident scene, including recognition of the proper investigative approach, conducting a field of search to establish probable cause for seizure, proper collection methods, evidence preservation, transportation, analysis, and case management. Qualifications Option I: Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major study in cyber security administration, information technology, computer science, or a related field. A Master's degree may substitute for one year of the required experience. Experience: Eight years of progressively responsible information security, server and network security, and information technology experience, including intrusion detection and prevention systems, and preferably involving regulated industries and/or public organizations, and supervisory accountability. Option II: Education : Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university with major study in cyber security administration, information technology, computer science, or a related field. Experience : Ten years of progressively responsible information security, server and network security, and information technology experience, including intrusion detection and prevention systems, and preferably involving regulated industries and/or public organizations, and supervisory accountability. Highly Desired Qualifications: Experience and Education: Experience in a regulated industries and/or public agency. Supervisory accountability. Master's degree in information security, or a related field. Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work may be considered. Certifications: Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Information Infrastructure Library (ITIL) GIAC Information Security Computer Security Incident Response (CSIRT) Necessary Special Requirement: Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. ** When assigned to the Police Department, must be able to successfully pass an extensive police background.** Selection Process DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION: 1) Completed Employment Application 2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire 3) Resume and Letter of Interest FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: ( Application Guide). The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS: If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment. Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver’s License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process. It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment. Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/ physical examination . NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university. Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options: An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ . An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university. All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. Level II includes Senior Management, Management and Professional classifications (Exempt). The City offers an attractive benefits package, the central provisions of which are as follows: Retirement for Classic Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are CLASSIC MEMBERS of California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2.7 % @ age 55; 3 year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 8%.The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense. Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who ARE NOT a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% at age 62; 3 year final compensation.The required employee contribution is 50% of the normal cost. And is subject to change per CalPERS every fiscal year. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense. Health Insurance - The City offers six health insurance plans and contributes up to $1,516 per month for HMO plans (family coverage). Dental Insurance - The City provides three dental insurance plans and contributes up to $45 per month. Vision Insurance - The City provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their dependents that are enrolled in medical coverage. Life Insurance - The City provides and pays for term life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment equal to two times the annual salary rounded to the next highest $1,000 (up to $700k) plus AD&D. Additional Life Insurance is available and voluntary for employee and eligible dependents (up to $300k). Deferred Compensation - The City contributes $100 per month with a minimum employee contribution of $12.50 per check.Participation in the deferred compensation plan is optional. Leave Benefits - Includes all the typical vacation leave, sick leave, bereavement leave, and holiday benefits. Flexible Spending Account - The City offers a Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan for optional participation. Long Term Disability - The City offers optional enrollment in the Long Term Disability Plan. LegalEase Plan - Optional legal services plan for employees and eligible dependents. Critical Illness Plan - Optional critical illness insurance plan for employees and eligible dependents. Vacation Accrual - 0-9 yrs. = 144 hrs., 10+ yrs. = 184 hrs. Administrative Leave - 64 hrs per fiscal year. For additional benefits information, please visit the following website: https://www.riversideca.gov/human/employee-hub/benefits/about-1 For part-time, benefitted positions the insurance and other benefits (leave accruals, holidays, etc.) are pro-rated based on ½ or ¾ time status. Closing Date/Time: 10/13/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
City of Long Beach, CA
City of Long Beach, California, United States
DESCRIPTION Lead the future of information technology in an innovative city! Long Beach Utilities (LBU) is seeking an experienced Director of Information Services to drive strategic planning, evaluation, and implementation of new technologies. This position will support a dedicated team of eight direct reports, who provide technical support for over 500 LBU staff and manage a diverse range of devices from desktops to mobile field equipment. The Director will ensure seamless collaboration between divisions and support LBU’s expanding operations. The ideal candidate has IT administration experience in a large city or complex organization, particularly in the areas of infrastructure and software applications, and preferably for a utility agency. They will be a visionary leader who will advocate for the Management Information Services (MIS) Division, ensuring that its priorities are aligned with the broader goals of LBU and the city. Lead Long Beach Utilities on its journey toward digitization and innovation— apply today ! THE COMMUNITY Ideally located on the Pacific Ocean south of Los Angeles, adjacent to Orange County, the City of Long Beach, California (population 470,000) is frequently described as a series of strong, diverse interwoven smaller communities within a large city. Enjoying an ideal Southern California climate, Long Beach is home to an abundance of cultural and recreational options. The Long Beach Convention Center, Aquarium of the Pacific, the Queen Mary, and the annual Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, plus a wide variety of other attractions (two historic ranchos, three marinas, and five golf courses), serve to draw 6.5 million visitors a year. The City is also home to California State University, Long Beach, and Long Beach City College. Cal State Long Beach is the second largest university in the state and was recently ranked the No. 3 best-value public college in the nation. Covering approximately 50 square miles, Long Beach is comprised of a wide mix of industries including education, health and social services, manufacturing, retail trade, and professional services. Known for its livable and desirable neighborhoods, Long Beach was named by America’s Promise Alliance as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People two years in a row. While it offers all the amenities of a large metropolis, many say Long Beach offers the added benefit of having maintained a strong sense of community and cohesiveness despite its growth. A superb climate, quality schools, a vibrant downtown, and a wide variety of neighborhoods help make Long Beach one of the most livable communities in the country. THE CITY GOVERNMENT Long Beach, a charter city formed in 1897, is governed by nine City Council Members elected by district and a city-wide elected Mayor. Other elected officials include the City Attorney, City Auditor, and City Prosecutor. The elected officials are elected to staggered four-year terms. The City Council appoints the City Manager and City Clerk. The City Manager is responsible for the efficient administration of all City departments, excluding those under the direction of a separately elected official, Board or Commission. Long Beach is one of only three cities in California with its own Health Department and one of the very few municipalities with its own Utilities Department (Water, Gas, and Sewer) and Energy Resources Departments. The City is supported by a FY 2024 total budget of approximately $3.3 billion with a General Fund budget of $719 million. More than 6,000 full and part-time employees support municipal operations with the vast majority being represented by twelve employee associations. To learn more about the City of Long Beach, go to: www.longbeach.gov Read the City’s 2030 Strategic Plan: https://longbeach.gov/citymanager/2030-strategic-vision Read the adopted budget for FY 2024: https://www.longbeach.gov/globalassets/finance/media-library/documents/city-budget-and-finances/budget/budget-documents/fy-24-adopted-budget/fy-24-adopted-budget-book THE DEPARTMENT LBU serves nearly 500,000 people in 50 square miles, providing high-quality, safe, and delicious drinking water and wastewater management for Long Beach, as well as natural gas services for Long Beach and Signal Hill. With the foundation of roughly 500 dedicated employees, the department maintains 1,600 miles of water and sewer mains, 1,900 miles of gas pipeline, and a dedicated groundwater treatment plant, and also provides 24/7 emergency response. To learn more, visit LBUtilities.org. THE DIVISION The Management Information Services (MIS) Division for LBU is responsible for ensuring continuous network connectivity and supporting internal customers through desktop and mobile field device troubleshooting and resolution. A critical element of technology is making it secure, and the MIS Division is responsible for cybersecurity along the business network. The Division also collaborates with key stakeholders within the organization to find innovative solutions, enhance day-to-day functionality, streamline productivity, and meet strategic goals. The LBU MIS Division has a budget of approximately $11 million for FY2024, and will have a budget of approximately $12.2 million for FY2025. Engaging with the City’s Technology and Innovation Department and fostering a spirit of collaboration is critical to ensure that systems are maintained and improved with technological changes. This translates to working closely with the Board of Utilities Commissioners and executive management on achieving technological objectives for LBU as a whole. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES THE JOB The Director of Information Services will oversee the strategic planning, evaluation, and implementation of new technologies, systems, and software. Reporting to the Assistant General Manager, this Director will supervise a team of eight direct reports who provide technical support for over 500 LBU staff. A key responsibility is advocating on behalf of the Division, clearly articulating objectives and highlighting its contributions to the organization’s overall goals. This role involves consulting with management to address their short and long-term needs, designing responsive processes and information systems, and managing network technology and infrastructure. This Director will ensure secure data storage and access, oversee hardware and software deployment, and direct the development of the Geographic Information System (GIS). They will also work collaboratively with Operation Bureaus in managing the Operations Technology (e.g., SCADA system) to ensure uninterrupted operation, data integrity and network security. They will provide technical expertise to senior management, formulate policies and procedures, and plan effectively for future technology needs. CURRENT PROJECTS & OPPORTUNITIES Timecard Digitization: Assist in transitioning LBU from a paper timecard system to a fully digitized process, in collaboration with the city’s Innovation and Technology Department. New Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) System: Streamline efficiency by implementing new Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) and Work Order Management (WOM) systems. Enhanced Security: Establish strong and consistent security measures specifically designed for the Operational Technology (OT) environment. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate is an experienced leader with a strong background in infrastructure and software applications, preferably in a complex centralized IT department. Prior experience in utility IT services is highly desired. As a strategic thinker, this visionary Director will proactively anticipate the needs of the LBU Department, advocate for the MIS Division, and provide decisive leadership. They will champion high standards of service delivery, hold staff accountable, and encourage professional development, and continuous improvement. Exceptional interpersonal skills are also essential, including flexibility to diverse perspectives, conflict resolution, and a positive and collaborative mindset. The next Director will be an engaging relationship builder, adept at fostering interdepartmental collaboration, managing expectations through clear communication, and driving innovation in alignment with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will also have knowledge of... Best practices and principles of effective IT project management. Infrastructure, network architecture, data storage, telecommunications, disaster recovery, and security measures for utilities. Technical knowledge of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Large-scale management of systems and programs for a significant number of end users. Best practices and ongoing compliance needs related to local, state, and federal mandates. REQUIREMENTS TO FILE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or a related field. EXPERIENCE: Five (5) years’ increasingly responsible experience in the administration and management of technology services and activities; three (3) years of which must have been at a supervisory or managerial capacity. HIGHLY DESIRED EDUCATION: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or a related field. EXPERIENCE: Supervisory experience or demonstration of leadership in a technical project within a utility, large government agency. or complex organization. CERTIFICATIONS: Relevant IT certifications in Infrastructure management, Cybersecurity, Network administration, and/or Software Development/Application Development. KNOWLEDGE: Understanding of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Valid motor vehicle operator license. (Required to obtain a California motor vehicle operator license within 6 months of employment if license is out of state. Copy of Driver’s License and DMV K4 driver license information report required during onboarding if selected for position). SELECTION PROCEDURE SELECTION PROCEDURE: The final filing date/time for this recruitment is Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 11:59pm by submitting your application via WBCP’s Job Board at : https://wbcp.applicantpool.com/jobs/1136522 To be considered for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter, resume, and a copy of your Bachelor’s degree with your application in PDF format. Incomplete applications (without a cover letter, resume, and/or required attachment(s)) will not be considered. Individuals who are most qualified for the position will be invited to participate in the selection process, which may include a work-related assessment and/or presentation to further evaluate candidate qualifications. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender. The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act . The City of Long Beach is committed to maintaining fairness and transparency in our hiring practices. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all applicants and ensuring that every applicant is evaluated based on their qualifications and merit. If you believe that you have been unjustly disqualified based on minimum qualifications for an unclassified job opportunity, you have the right to appeal the decision. Find out more about the Unclassified Applicant Appeal Process by visiting the Applicant Appeal Process (longbeach.gov) . The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call WBCP at (866) 929-9227. QUESTIONS? Please contact your recruiter, Josette Reina-Luken, with any inquiries: josette@wbcpinc.com 866-929-WBCP (9227) toll free The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include: Retirement: California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) defined benefit retirement plan, which is coordinated with Social Security. The benefit is 2.5% or 2.7% (depending on hire date) @55 for "Classic" members and 2% @62 for new members as defined by PEPRA, subject to the compensation limitations set by PERS. Both the City and the employee contributes toward CalPERS retirement contributions. The city also participates in Social Security. Health and Dental Insurance: The City offers the choice of HMO and PPO plans. The city pays major portion of the premium for employee and dependents depending on the health/ dental plan selected. Life Insurance: City-paid term life insurance policy equal to three (3) times annual salary to a maximum of $500,000. Disability Insurance: City-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance. Management Physical: Annual City-paid physical examination. Vacation: Twelve (12) vacation days after the first year of service; 15 days after four years, six months of service; 20 days after 19 years, six months of service. Executive Leave: Forty (40) hours Executive Leave per year. The City Manager has discretion to grant an additional 40 hours each year. Sick Leave : One day earned per month; unlimited accumulation; conversion upon retirement to cash credit toward health and/or dental insurance premiums, or to pension credits. Holidays: Eleven (11) designated holidays per year, plus four personal holidays to be used at the employee's discretion. Transportation Allowance: Monthly allowance is allocated by classifications below; Department Head $650.00 Deputy Director/Manager/Director (Harbor/Utilities) $550.00 Division Officer/Superintendent/ Chief of Staff / Administrator / Principal DCA $450.00 Assistant to Executive / Executive Assistant / Executive Secretary/ Executive Support Staff $300.00 Deferred Compensation Plan: Optional for employee contribution to a supplementary retirement savings program available through Mission Square Retirement formerly ICMA-RC Retirement Corporation). Classic CalPERS Members: The City will contribute a maximum of up to two percent (2%) of base salary* for all qualified Classic CalPERS members. Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) CalPERS Members: Effective the second full pay period following City Council adoption, the City contribution will increase from two percent (2%) to three percent (3%) of base salary* for all qualified PEPRA CalPERS members. Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Optional election for employees to reduce taxable income for payment of allowable childcare or medical expenses. Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedule: Available (subject to City Manager approval). Paid Parental Leave: The City provides one hundred and sixty (160) hours of Paid Parental Leave at 100% of salary, for the birth, adoption or foster placement of a child, regardless of the gender, marital status or sexual orientation of the parent. Closing Date/Time: 10/3/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Sep 05, 2024
Full Time
DESCRIPTION Lead the future of information technology in an innovative city! Long Beach Utilities (LBU) is seeking an experienced Director of Information Services to drive strategic planning, evaluation, and implementation of new technologies. This position will support a dedicated team of eight direct reports, who provide technical support for over 500 LBU staff and manage a diverse range of devices from desktops to mobile field equipment. The Director will ensure seamless collaboration between divisions and support LBU’s expanding operations. The ideal candidate has IT administration experience in a large city or complex organization, particularly in the areas of infrastructure and software applications, and preferably for a utility agency. They will be a visionary leader who will advocate for the Management Information Services (MIS) Division, ensuring that its priorities are aligned with the broader goals of LBU and the city. Lead Long Beach Utilities on its journey toward digitization and innovation— apply today ! THE COMMUNITY Ideally located on the Pacific Ocean south of Los Angeles, adjacent to Orange County, the City of Long Beach, California (population 470,000) is frequently described as a series of strong, diverse interwoven smaller communities within a large city. Enjoying an ideal Southern California climate, Long Beach is home to an abundance of cultural and recreational options. The Long Beach Convention Center, Aquarium of the Pacific, the Queen Mary, and the annual Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, plus a wide variety of other attractions (two historic ranchos, three marinas, and five golf courses), serve to draw 6.5 million visitors a year. The City is also home to California State University, Long Beach, and Long Beach City College. Cal State Long Beach is the second largest university in the state and was recently ranked the No. 3 best-value public college in the nation. Covering approximately 50 square miles, Long Beach is comprised of a wide mix of industries including education, health and social services, manufacturing, retail trade, and professional services. Known for its livable and desirable neighborhoods, Long Beach was named by America’s Promise Alliance as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People two years in a row. While it offers all the amenities of a large metropolis, many say Long Beach offers the added benefit of having maintained a strong sense of community and cohesiveness despite its growth. A superb climate, quality schools, a vibrant downtown, and a wide variety of neighborhoods help make Long Beach one of the most livable communities in the country. THE CITY GOVERNMENT Long Beach, a charter city formed in 1897, is governed by nine City Council Members elected by district and a city-wide elected Mayor. Other elected officials include the City Attorney, City Auditor, and City Prosecutor. The elected officials are elected to staggered four-year terms. The City Council appoints the City Manager and City Clerk. The City Manager is responsible for the efficient administration of all City departments, excluding those under the direction of a separately elected official, Board or Commission. Long Beach is one of only three cities in California with its own Health Department and one of the very few municipalities with its own Utilities Department (Water, Gas, and Sewer) and Energy Resources Departments. The City is supported by a FY 2024 total budget of approximately $3.3 billion with a General Fund budget of $719 million. More than 6,000 full and part-time employees support municipal operations with the vast majority being represented by twelve employee associations. To learn more about the City of Long Beach, go to: www.longbeach.gov Read the City’s 2030 Strategic Plan: https://longbeach.gov/citymanager/2030-strategic-vision Read the adopted budget for FY 2024: https://www.longbeach.gov/globalassets/finance/media-library/documents/city-budget-and-finances/budget/budget-documents/fy-24-adopted-budget/fy-24-adopted-budget-book THE DEPARTMENT LBU serves nearly 500,000 people in 50 square miles, providing high-quality, safe, and delicious drinking water and wastewater management for Long Beach, as well as natural gas services for Long Beach and Signal Hill. With the foundation of roughly 500 dedicated employees, the department maintains 1,600 miles of water and sewer mains, 1,900 miles of gas pipeline, and a dedicated groundwater treatment plant, and also provides 24/7 emergency response. To learn more, visit LBUtilities.org. THE DIVISION The Management Information Services (MIS) Division for LBU is responsible for ensuring continuous network connectivity and supporting internal customers through desktop and mobile field device troubleshooting and resolution. A critical element of technology is making it secure, and the MIS Division is responsible for cybersecurity along the business network. The Division also collaborates with key stakeholders within the organization to find innovative solutions, enhance day-to-day functionality, streamline productivity, and meet strategic goals. The LBU MIS Division has a budget of approximately $11 million for FY2024, and will have a budget of approximately $12.2 million for FY2025. Engaging with the City’s Technology and Innovation Department and fostering a spirit of collaboration is critical to ensure that systems are maintained and improved with technological changes. This translates to working closely with the Board of Utilities Commissioners and executive management on achieving technological objectives for LBU as a whole. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES THE JOB The Director of Information Services will oversee the strategic planning, evaluation, and implementation of new technologies, systems, and software. Reporting to the Assistant General Manager, this Director will supervise a team of eight direct reports who provide technical support for over 500 LBU staff. A key responsibility is advocating on behalf of the Division, clearly articulating objectives and highlighting its contributions to the organization’s overall goals. This role involves consulting with management to address their short and long-term needs, designing responsive processes and information systems, and managing network technology and infrastructure. This Director will ensure secure data storage and access, oversee hardware and software deployment, and direct the development of the Geographic Information System (GIS). They will also work collaboratively with Operation Bureaus in managing the Operations Technology (e.g., SCADA system) to ensure uninterrupted operation, data integrity and network security. They will provide technical expertise to senior management, formulate policies and procedures, and plan effectively for future technology needs. CURRENT PROJECTS & OPPORTUNITIES Timecard Digitization: Assist in transitioning LBU from a paper timecard system to a fully digitized process, in collaboration with the city’s Innovation and Technology Department. New Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) System: Streamline efficiency by implementing new Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) and Work Order Management (WOM) systems. Enhanced Security: Establish strong and consistent security measures specifically designed for the Operational Technology (OT) environment. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate is an experienced leader with a strong background in infrastructure and software applications, preferably in a complex centralized IT department. Prior experience in utility IT services is highly desired. As a strategic thinker, this visionary Director will proactively anticipate the needs of the LBU Department, advocate for the MIS Division, and provide decisive leadership. They will champion high standards of service delivery, hold staff accountable, and encourage professional development, and continuous improvement. Exceptional interpersonal skills are also essential, including flexibility to diverse perspectives, conflict resolution, and a positive and collaborative mindset. The next Director will be an engaging relationship builder, adept at fostering interdepartmental collaboration, managing expectations through clear communication, and driving innovation in alignment with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will also have knowledge of... Best practices and principles of effective IT project management. Infrastructure, network architecture, data storage, telecommunications, disaster recovery, and security measures for utilities. Technical knowledge of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Large-scale management of systems and programs for a significant number of end users. Best practices and ongoing compliance needs related to local, state, and federal mandates. REQUIREMENTS TO FILE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or a related field. EXPERIENCE: Five (5) years’ increasingly responsible experience in the administration and management of technology services and activities; three (3) years of which must have been at a supervisory or managerial capacity. HIGHLY DESIRED EDUCATION: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or a related field. EXPERIENCE: Supervisory experience or demonstration of leadership in a technical project within a utility, large government agency. or complex organization. CERTIFICATIONS: Relevant IT certifications in Infrastructure management, Cybersecurity, Network administration, and/or Software Development/Application Development. KNOWLEDGE: Understanding of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Valid motor vehicle operator license. (Required to obtain a California motor vehicle operator license within 6 months of employment if license is out of state. Copy of Driver’s License and DMV K4 driver license information report required during onboarding if selected for position). SELECTION PROCEDURE SELECTION PROCEDURE: The final filing date/time for this recruitment is Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 11:59pm by submitting your application via WBCP’s Job Board at : https://wbcp.applicantpool.com/jobs/1136522 To be considered for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter, resume, and a copy of your Bachelor’s degree with your application in PDF format. Incomplete applications (without a cover letter, resume, and/or required attachment(s)) will not be considered. Individuals who are most qualified for the position will be invited to participate in the selection process, which may include a work-related assessment and/or presentation to further evaluate candidate qualifications. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender. The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act . The City of Long Beach is committed to maintaining fairness and transparency in our hiring practices. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all applicants and ensuring that every applicant is evaluated based on their qualifications and merit. If you believe that you have been unjustly disqualified based on minimum qualifications for an unclassified job opportunity, you have the right to appeal the decision. Find out more about the Unclassified Applicant Appeal Process by visiting the Applicant Appeal Process (longbeach.gov) . The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call WBCP at (866) 929-9227. QUESTIONS? Please contact your recruiter, Josette Reina-Luken, with any inquiries: josette@wbcpinc.com 866-929-WBCP (9227) toll free The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include: Retirement: California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) defined benefit retirement plan, which is coordinated with Social Security. The benefit is 2.5% or 2.7% (depending on hire date) @55 for "Classic" members and 2% @62 for new members as defined by PEPRA, subject to the compensation limitations set by PERS. Both the City and the employee contributes toward CalPERS retirement contributions. The city also participates in Social Security. Health and Dental Insurance: The City offers the choice of HMO and PPO plans. The city pays major portion of the premium for employee and dependents depending on the health/ dental plan selected. Life Insurance: City-paid term life insurance policy equal to three (3) times annual salary to a maximum of $500,000. Disability Insurance: City-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance. Management Physical: Annual City-paid physical examination. Vacation: Twelve (12) vacation days after the first year of service; 15 days after four years, six months of service; 20 days after 19 years, six months of service. Executive Leave: Forty (40) hours Executive Leave per year. The City Manager has discretion to grant an additional 40 hours each year. Sick Leave : One day earned per month; unlimited accumulation; conversion upon retirement to cash credit toward health and/or dental insurance premiums, or to pension credits. Holidays: Eleven (11) designated holidays per year, plus four personal holidays to be used at the employee's discretion. Transportation Allowance: Monthly allowance is allocated by classifications below; Department Head $650.00 Deputy Director/Manager/Director (Harbor/Utilities) $550.00 Division Officer/Superintendent/ Chief of Staff / Administrator / Principal DCA $450.00 Assistant to Executive / Executive Assistant / Executive Secretary/ Executive Support Staff $300.00 Deferred Compensation Plan: Optional for employee contribution to a supplementary retirement savings program available through Mission Square Retirement formerly ICMA-RC Retirement Corporation). Classic CalPERS Members: The City will contribute a maximum of up to two percent (2%) of base salary* for all qualified Classic CalPERS members. Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) CalPERS Members: Effective the second full pay period following City Council adoption, the City contribution will increase from two percent (2%) to three percent (3%) of base salary* for all qualified PEPRA CalPERS members. Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Optional election for employees to reduce taxable income for payment of allowable childcare or medical expenses. Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedule: Available (subject to City Manager approval). Paid Parental Leave: The City provides one hundred and sixty (160) hours of Paid Parental Leave at 100% of salary, for the birth, adoption or foster placement of a child, regardless of the gender, marital status or sexual orientation of the parent. Closing Date/Time: 10/3/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CA
El Segundo, California, United States
Description This is an Open - Competitive recruitment. This position is open until filled; however, candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. Only online applications will be accepted for this recruitment. This recruitment requires a resume and cover letter to be uploaded with the application to be considered complete. DEFINITION: Under general direction, oversees and performs a variety of professional civil engineering work for City owned infrastructure in the public right-of-way, public works services and facilities. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives general supervision from the Public Works Director. Provides direct supervision to professional and para-professional Engineering staff. Essential Job Functions ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities: Positions in this classification typically perform a full range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities: Designs and implements capital improvement projects for a variety of public works projects related to the public infrastructure including sewer and water mains, storm and water drain systems, streets, parks and public buildings. Prepares Requests for Qualifications (RFQ) and Requests for Proposals (RFP); Reviews development plans and applications to evaluate impact of public right-of-way and assessment of traffic mitigation fees; oversees the issuance of permits for work or encroachment in the public right-of-way from private developers and contractors; Prepares and manages the budget for the engineering division and capital improvement program; Prepares and presents various reports; makes recommendations and presents findings to Public Works Director, City Council, Committees, Developers and members of the community. Attends related City Council, Committee, and professional organization meetings as required; Acts as a Liaison to the Capital Improvement Program Advisory Committee (CIPAC) and Traffic Committee; Coordinates activities with other programs, departments or government agencies to ensure program delivery according to appropriate policies, procedures and specifications; represents the division at public meetings; Resolves discrepancies or procedural problems and responds to program administration and/or program delivery questions ensuring necessary follow-up occurs; controls program records for operational and budget accountability; Manages special programs and coordinate engineering assistance to other City departments; Confers with and advises staff and program participants by providing advice, problem solving assistance, answers to questions and interpretation of program goals and policy; resolves complex and sensitive customer service issues and disputes; Recruits, hires, schedules, assigns, monitors and evaluates staff; provides for and/or conducts staff development; establishes work methods and standards; initiates corrective and/or disciplinary action and responds to grievances and complaints according to established personnel policies and procedures and in consultation with Human Resources; Signs engineering plans and documents as a Professional Registered Engineer on behalf of the City; Regularly and predictably attends work; and Performs related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Knowledge of: Advanced engineering principles and practices as applied to public works, including capital improvement program management, development, design and construction, transportation planning, traffic engineering, and traffic operations; Methods and techniques used in the preparation of public works project designs and related plans, specifications and cost estimates; Engineering related federal and state laws, ordinances and regulations; Project management, contract administration and negotiation principles and practices; Budget preparation and expenditure control; Principles and practices of effective management and supervision; and Safe work practices. Skill in: Performing professional engineering work, including project design surveying; Coordinating and monitoring the work of others performing engineering activities; Interpreting and applying engineering related laws, ordinances and regulations; Preparing and maintaining records and reports; Preparing complex financial and statistical reports; Assessing objectives and operational requirements to develop and implement appropriate operational policies and procedures; Managing, developing, motivating and evaluating professional and support staff; Managing special projects, activities and programs; Conducting research and preparing clear, concise and comprehensive reports; Communicating complex ideas, clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; Using personal computers and related software; Working under pressure, handling significant problems and tasks that arise simultaneously and/or unexpectedly; Making effective oral presentations; Operating computers and related software; Appearing for work on time; Following directions from a supervisor; Understanding and following posted work rules and procedures; Accepting constructive criticism; Regularly and predictably attending work; and Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, other City employees and the public. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible engineering experience including two (2) years of supervisory experience. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited college or university. Licensing/Certificates: Registration as a professional Civil Engineer in the State of California or, if registration is in another state, the ability to obtain California registration within six (6) months of appointment. Due to the performance of some field duties which requires the operation of a personal or City vehicle, valid and appropriate California driver's license and acceptable driving record are required. Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of El Segundo employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly. The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging. MANAGEMENT/ CONFIDENTIALEMPLOYEES (M&C) Benefit Summary PERS Retirement : Miscellaneous employees - Tier I-2% @ 55 . Tier II-2%@60 for individuals employed by the City on or after 12/30/12 who are already PERS members.Tier I and II members pay 7% of PERS member share and 1% shall be employee-paid cost-sharing of the City's contribution under Gov. Code section 20516(a).Single highest year is coordinated with Social Security and Medicare. PERS 2%@62 for new employees/members hired on or after 1/1/13.Three year average coordinated with Social Security and Medicare.Members pay 50% of normal cost (6.75%). Safety employees (Battalion Chiefs) - 3% @ 55 for current employees and individuals hired by the City who are already PERS members.Single highest year. Employees pay a total of 12% towards retirement. 2.7%@5 7 for new employees/members hired on or after 1/1/13.Three year average final compensation.Members pay 50% of normal cost . Social Security: The City matches employee’s Social Security contribution, which is 6.2% of your salary and is made on a pre-tax basis. The 2024 Social Security income cap is $168,600. Medical -Monthly medical contribution of $1,750 ($932 for medical and $818 for flex dollars). Flex dollars may be used toward a medical premium and/or deferred compensation plan. Employees are responsible for paying any out-of-pocket balance of the medical plan premium through a pre-tax payroll deduction. Deferred Compensation: Voluntary participation in Mission Sqaure 457 plan. Dental & Vision :MetLife Dental and VSP vision benefits are provided. Flex Plan :Section 125 Plan, allows for payment of employee-paid insurance, medical treatment, and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employee Assistance Program : Employees are eligible for the basic level of service. Life Insurance :$50,000 term life policy provided by City; employee can purchase additional self and dependent coverage at group rates. Long-Term Disability: In addition to basic LTD plan (662/3 % of first $9,750 after 60-day waiting period), City provides Executive LTD which pays 75% of first $12,000 of employee's salary less the amount of any other income, up to a total of $2,500.Applies to non job-related occurrences.90 day waiting period. Holidays :11 fixed paid holidays plus one day of personal leave/floating holiday per year.Battalion Chiefs paid 156 hours. Vacation Leave :96 hours (1-5 years); 120 hours (6 - 10 years); 144 hours (11 - 14 years): 200 hours after 14 years.Leave can be used after 6 months of service.Annual cash conversion option. Upon reaching "E" step, employees accrue vacation based on total years of public sector service. Sick Leave :8 hours per month. Administrative Leave: Mid-Management and Confidential positions shall recieveup to 56 hours per calendar yearupon reccommendation of the Department Director and approval of the City Manager. Bereavement Leave: Three (3) working days (or 40 hours where travel is 500 miles or more) for qualifying incident. Tuition Reimbursement :Up to $2,000/year for work-related college courses. Cell Phone Stipend: City cell phone provided depending on position. Educational Incentive Pay :Battalion Chief $1170.19/mo for Bachelor's, $1755.28 for Master's. Certification Pay :$585.09 Chief Officer Cert Pay for Battalion Chiefs. Other : Uniform Allowance ($40/mo) for Battalion Chiefs; Voluntary participation in Credit Union; Payroll Direct Deposit; Long-Term Care (premiums paid by employee). 1/14; 12/15; 8/19; 8/22; 24 Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 25, 2024
Full Time
Description This is an Open - Competitive recruitment. This position is open until filled; however, candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. Only online applications will be accepted for this recruitment. This recruitment requires a resume and cover letter to be uploaded with the application to be considered complete. DEFINITION: Under general direction, oversees and performs a variety of professional civil engineering work for City owned infrastructure in the public right-of-way, public works services and facilities. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives general supervision from the Public Works Director. Provides direct supervision to professional and para-professional Engineering staff. Essential Job Functions ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities: Positions in this classification typically perform a full range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities: Designs and implements capital improvement projects for a variety of public works projects related to the public infrastructure including sewer and water mains, storm and water drain systems, streets, parks and public buildings. Prepares Requests for Qualifications (RFQ) and Requests for Proposals (RFP); Reviews development plans and applications to evaluate impact of public right-of-way and assessment of traffic mitigation fees; oversees the issuance of permits for work or encroachment in the public right-of-way from private developers and contractors; Prepares and manages the budget for the engineering division and capital improvement program; Prepares and presents various reports; makes recommendations and presents findings to Public Works Director, City Council, Committees, Developers and members of the community. Attends related City Council, Committee, and professional organization meetings as required; Acts as a Liaison to the Capital Improvement Program Advisory Committee (CIPAC) and Traffic Committee; Coordinates activities with other programs, departments or government agencies to ensure program delivery according to appropriate policies, procedures and specifications; represents the division at public meetings; Resolves discrepancies or procedural problems and responds to program administration and/or program delivery questions ensuring necessary follow-up occurs; controls program records for operational and budget accountability; Manages special programs and coordinate engineering assistance to other City departments; Confers with and advises staff and program participants by providing advice, problem solving assistance, answers to questions and interpretation of program goals and policy; resolves complex and sensitive customer service issues and disputes; Recruits, hires, schedules, assigns, monitors and evaluates staff; provides for and/or conducts staff development; establishes work methods and standards; initiates corrective and/or disciplinary action and responds to grievances and complaints according to established personnel policies and procedures and in consultation with Human Resources; Signs engineering plans and documents as a Professional Registered Engineer on behalf of the City; Regularly and predictably attends work; and Performs related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Knowledge of: Advanced engineering principles and practices as applied to public works, including capital improvement program management, development, design and construction, transportation planning, traffic engineering, and traffic operations; Methods and techniques used in the preparation of public works project designs and related plans, specifications and cost estimates; Engineering related federal and state laws, ordinances and regulations; Project management, contract administration and negotiation principles and practices; Budget preparation and expenditure control; Principles and practices of effective management and supervision; and Safe work practices. Skill in: Performing professional engineering work, including project design surveying; Coordinating and monitoring the work of others performing engineering activities; Interpreting and applying engineering related laws, ordinances and regulations; Preparing and maintaining records and reports; Preparing complex financial and statistical reports; Assessing objectives and operational requirements to develop and implement appropriate operational policies and procedures; Managing, developing, motivating and evaluating professional and support staff; Managing special projects, activities and programs; Conducting research and preparing clear, concise and comprehensive reports; Communicating complex ideas, clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; Using personal computers and related software; Working under pressure, handling significant problems and tasks that arise simultaneously and/or unexpectedly; Making effective oral presentations; Operating computers and related software; Appearing for work on time; Following directions from a supervisor; Understanding and following posted work rules and procedures; Accepting constructive criticism; Regularly and predictably attending work; and Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, other City employees and the public. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible engineering experience including two (2) years of supervisory experience. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited college or university. Licensing/Certificates: Registration as a professional Civil Engineer in the State of California or, if registration is in another state, the ability to obtain California registration within six (6) months of appointment. Due to the performance of some field duties which requires the operation of a personal or City vehicle, valid and appropriate California driver's license and acceptable driving record are required. Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of El Segundo employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly. The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging. MANAGEMENT/ CONFIDENTIALEMPLOYEES (M&C) Benefit Summary PERS Retirement : Miscellaneous employees - Tier I-2% @ 55 . Tier II-2%@60 for individuals employed by the City on or after 12/30/12 who are already PERS members.Tier I and II members pay 7% of PERS member share and 1% shall be employee-paid cost-sharing of the City's contribution under Gov. Code section 20516(a).Single highest year is coordinated with Social Security and Medicare. PERS 2%@62 for new employees/members hired on or after 1/1/13.Three year average coordinated with Social Security and Medicare.Members pay 50% of normal cost (6.75%). Safety employees (Battalion Chiefs) - 3% @ 55 for current employees and individuals hired by the City who are already PERS members.Single highest year. Employees pay a total of 12% towards retirement. 2.7%@5 7 for new employees/members hired on or after 1/1/13.Three year average final compensation.Members pay 50% of normal cost . Social Security: The City matches employee’s Social Security contribution, which is 6.2% of your salary and is made on a pre-tax basis. The 2024 Social Security income cap is $168,600. Medical -Monthly medical contribution of $1,750 ($932 for medical and $818 for flex dollars). Flex dollars may be used toward a medical premium and/or deferred compensation plan. Employees are responsible for paying any out-of-pocket balance of the medical plan premium through a pre-tax payroll deduction. Deferred Compensation: Voluntary participation in Mission Sqaure 457 plan. Dental & Vision :MetLife Dental and VSP vision benefits are provided. Flex Plan :Section 125 Plan, allows for payment of employee-paid insurance, medical treatment, and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employee Assistance Program : Employees are eligible for the basic level of service. Life Insurance :$50,000 term life policy provided by City; employee can purchase additional self and dependent coverage at group rates. Long-Term Disability: In addition to basic LTD plan (662/3 % of first $9,750 after 60-day waiting period), City provides Executive LTD which pays 75% of first $12,000 of employee's salary less the amount of any other income, up to a total of $2,500.Applies to non job-related occurrences.90 day waiting period. Holidays :11 fixed paid holidays plus one day of personal leave/floating holiday per year.Battalion Chiefs paid 156 hours. Vacation Leave :96 hours (1-5 years); 120 hours (6 - 10 years); 144 hours (11 - 14 years): 200 hours after 14 years.Leave can be used after 6 months of service.Annual cash conversion option. Upon reaching "E" step, employees accrue vacation based on total years of public sector service. Sick Leave :8 hours per month. Administrative Leave: Mid-Management and Confidential positions shall recieveup to 56 hours per calendar yearupon reccommendation of the Department Director and approval of the City Manager. Bereavement Leave: Three (3) working days (or 40 hours where travel is 500 miles or more) for qualifying incident. Tuition Reimbursement :Up to $2,000/year for work-related college courses. Cell Phone Stipend: City cell phone provided depending on position. Educational Incentive Pay :Battalion Chief $1170.19/mo for Bachelor's, $1755.28 for Master's. Certification Pay :$585.09 Chief Officer Cert Pay for Battalion Chiefs. Other : Uniform Allowance ($40/mo) for Battalion Chiefs; Voluntary participation in Credit Union; Payroll Direct Deposit; Long-Term Care (premiums paid by employee). 1/14; 12/15; 8/19; 8/22; 24 Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY FILING DATE: Friday, July 5, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. , Pacific Time (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: PH1070H-EA The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Chief Public Health, Administration vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Chief Public Health, Administration. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: The three positions allocable to this class will have responsibility for one of three administrative programs: 1) direction and coordination of department-wide strategic planning activities, including healthcare needs and protections of County residents, development of community-oriented planning in service planning areas, and bridging program activities to departmental goals and objectives; 2) direction of evaluation activities conducted to determine the effectiveness of programs and services conducted by the Department of Health Services and by providers through contractual and MOU agreements, including accessibility of medical and preventive health services, health status changes of County residents, and geographical comparisons of service utilization; or 3) coordination and direction of department-wide policy analysis and development, including assurance of consistency with the mission and goals of the department and Public Health Programs, and consultation with local, state and federal officials regarding healthcare trends and policy. These positions will evaluate the quality and effectiveness of all programs, specifically including all personal health services, related to their functional areas. The Chief, Public Health, Administration within the Office of the Health Officer serves as the Chief Advisor to the County Health Officer (Chief Advisor). The Chief Advisor is responsible for providing direct and high-level strategic, organizational, and operational assessments and advice to the County Health Officer (Health Officer), and as needed, to the Health Officer’s direct reports, other members of the Executive Office, and the Department of Public Health’s (DPH) Leadership Team. Further, the Chief Advisor supports activities directly related to the Health Officer’s legal authorities outlined in local and state laws and regulations, including issuance and implementation of local Health Officer Orders, declarations of local health emergencies, and other efforts aimed at controlling the spread of communicable disease or associated with environmental health and sanitation services and incidents. The Chief Advisor is also charged with additional duties as assigned by the County Health Officer. The Chief, Public Health, Administration reports to the County Health Officer within the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health’s Executive Office. Essential Job Functions Strategy & Advisement Conduct research, anticipate needs, and provide high quality insight and advice to inform strategic decision-making by the Health Officer on a range of matters including strategic, organizational, programmatic, operational and other emerging critical issues and as needed, to the: Health Officer’s direct report Other senior members of the Executive Office Provide consultative services to the Director and Chief of Staff on administrative matters and special projects, including liaising with labor, academic, and other County partners, recruiting and onboarding key staff, and ensuring coordinated responses to inquiries and requests from external partners, as requested by the Director. Build and sustain knowledge of Health Officer authorities to protect the public’s health and the key issues and programs that fall within the Health Officer’s portfolio, and provide support, advice, and early engagement with planning, policy development, service delivery, and evolving issues. Keep up to date and ensure awareness of relevant issues and developments which may impact DPH, alerting and advising the Health Officer on how to respond and what and when to escalate issues to the Director and Leadership Team. Gather information and maintain internal and external awareness regarding county and department-wide priorities and other key initiatives to ensure the Health Officer is up to date and engaged appropriately. Research, analyze, and coordinate information, generate recommendations, and develop presentation and reports to brief the Health Officer and other partners. Provide strategic guidance and coordination for launching and evaluating frameworks, policies, trainings, programs, services, metrics, reports, and grants specifically aimed at promoting equity and eliminating gaps in health outcomes. Direct Services & Project Management Undertake projects as required, on behalf of the Health Officer. Operationalize solutions to urgent or ongoing issues within the Office of the County Health Officer. Provide direct support services for: Compliance-related activities and other preventive measures taken by the Health Officer. Compliance-related strategies led by enforcement sections of the department. Disease control activities related to mitigation of transmission and outbreaks. Key processes and functions of the overall Executive Office, including convening DPH leaders, employees, and partners and developing departmentwide priorities that address community needs and complement Chief Executive Office and Board of Supervisors initiatives. Support activities that maintain and improve the functioning of the overall Executive Office, including serving as back-up for key Executive Office leaders, with particular emphasis on the operations of the Office of the Health Officer and the Office of the Director. Maintain confidentiality and assist with other sensitive assignments and projects as directed by the Health Officer or as needed, by the DPH Director. Relationship Management, Communications, & Engagement Positively communicate, lead, encourage, and model commitment to DPH’s strategic direction, vision, values, and principles of equity. Build and maintain effective working relationship with DPH divisions and multi-sector partners to build effective networks, enhance understanding and cooperation to achieve desired results, and proactively identify and manage emerging issues. Manage complex working relationships with partners at all levels, in a discreet and confidential manner. Maintain effective working relationships to bolster community engagement and coordinate equity efforts. Ensure a highly collaborative approach in dealings across the department and provide ‘tough advice’ where required. Contribute to building the strong reputation of the Executive Office across DPH. Support efforts and convenings of federal, state, and local jurisdictions (e.g., U.S. Surgeon General, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, city health departments, state department of public health) and other stakeholders (e.g., business sector partners, faith based groups) to inform development and coordinated implementation of public health initiatives and legally enforceable mandates aimed at protecting and promoting the public’s health and eliminating disparities in health outcomes; resulting outcomes includes shared plans and mandates such as Health Officer Orders (HOOs), local ordinances, and emergency declarations. Develop materials (e.g., talking points, presentations) for use by the Health Officer, ensuring adherence to preferred voice, style, and design. Review, edit, and draft content that supports other DPH leaders (e.g., Director, Chief Deputy Director) during speaking engagements, executive-level meetings, and community events. Write or edit progress reports and other communications for entities including the Chief Executive Office, Board Offices, and other external entities. Inform community communications and engagement strategies for the DPH workforce and external partners. Support development of communications-related plans and activities that have department-wide impact (e.g., grant writing, vendor solicitations, programmatic consultation). Communicate implementation of local policies to Public Health and County staff, the public, and community and media partners, in both English and Spanish. Quality Improvement Support quality improvement activities, including but not limited to Results Based Accountability (RBA), to foster collective responsibility for and improvement of DPH’s performance. Ensure consistency and alignment between groups and promote solution seeking where there are legitimate differences. Develop and report on performance measures to monitor overtime. Write reports and make presentations to share resulting data with internal and external partners at various levels within the organization. Develop and implement strategies to improve resulting data. Special Projects and Ad Hoc Matters Convene, provide technical assistance, and lead or support special projects for key departmental leaders, including efforts related to strategic planning? coordination of services? multi-sector collaboration? community engagement? public health infrastructure and funding? public health advocacy? employee engagement? and other administrative functions (e.g., hiring, staff onboarding, annual performance evaluations for departmental executives, grant writing, policy review). Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of a Chief, Public Health, Administration. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: OPTION I - Planning A Master's degree* from an accredited college or university in Business, Public Health, Public Health Administration, Sociology, Economics, Psychology, Urban Planning or a closely related field - AND - Five (5) years of experience directing/conducting strategic planning activities for a large health department** or other health care organization. OPTION II - Evaluation A Master's degree* from an accredited college or university in Business, Public Health, Public Health Administration, Sociology, Economics, Psychology or a closely related field - AND - Five (5) years of experience in directing large scale***, comprehensive****, formative*****, process, cost and impact evaluations of health services and/or public health interventions, or five (5) years of experience conducting public health or health care services evaluations in a large**, diverse public health or health care organization. OPTION III - Policy Analysis and Development A Master's degree* from an accredited college or university in Business, Public Health, Public Health Administration, Public Policy or a related field - AND - Five (5) years of experience in a large health department** or health care organization developing and implementing policy activities for a diverse population. ** A large health department or health care organization, would be one serving a population of at least 500,000 persons. ***Large scale is defined as impacting a large population or region. ****Comprehensive is defined as broad in scope. *****Formative is defined as an evaluation gathering and analyzing feedback during the development or implementation of a health service and/or public health program. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License OR the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: 2 - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stopping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Bachelor's Degree or higher, you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcripts, or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application at the time of filing, or e-mail to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or The Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). S ee Employment Information under Accreditation Information. Official Transcripts is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's registrar office. A printout of the courses from the school's website is NOT considered official transcripts and will not be accepted and may result in your application being incomplete and rejected. Desirable Qualifications Extensive senior leadership experience in the public sector or in large service/community organizations, including analyzing and interpreting public policy and legislation. Demonstrated understanding of the strategic issues facing DPH and the County. Proven record of delivering quality work, including under tight time constraints. Ability to self-manage, use initiative, and have a proven record of effectively working both independently and in a team environment. Proven ability to work collaboratively and responsively in both government and non-government settings. Sound knowledge of the DPH and Los Angeles County’s direction, policy priorities, planning and budgeting processes. Expertise in leading senior management teams in a complex and demanding environment. Ability to identify risks and problems and work through solutions. Proven leadership and decision-making skills. Ability to work directly with senior managers, including on issues that require high levels of discretion. Ability to think at high strategic level and manage through conflict. Excellent communication skills - both written and oral - and ability to listen to instruction and follow-through correctly, including the ability to pass the intent of the instruction onto others in a context appropriate manner. Successfully negotiate and influence; facilitate positive outcomes from complex situations Ability to generate confidence when dealing with the Health Officer, senior managers, staff, clients, and other partners. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work assignment, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment. _______________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County Employment Application AND Supplemental Questionnaire in order to be considered for this examination. Paper applications, resumes, or any unsolicited documents will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application and Supplemental Questionnaire. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. You have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. PT deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org . FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. DO NOT SHARE USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH1070H-EA California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here
Jul 03, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY FILING DATE: Friday, July 5, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. , Pacific Time (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: PH1070H-EA The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Chief Public Health, Administration vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Chief Public Health, Administration. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: The three positions allocable to this class will have responsibility for one of three administrative programs: 1) direction and coordination of department-wide strategic planning activities, including healthcare needs and protections of County residents, development of community-oriented planning in service planning areas, and bridging program activities to departmental goals and objectives; 2) direction of evaluation activities conducted to determine the effectiveness of programs and services conducted by the Department of Health Services and by providers through contractual and MOU agreements, including accessibility of medical and preventive health services, health status changes of County residents, and geographical comparisons of service utilization; or 3) coordination and direction of department-wide policy analysis and development, including assurance of consistency with the mission and goals of the department and Public Health Programs, and consultation with local, state and federal officials regarding healthcare trends and policy. These positions will evaluate the quality and effectiveness of all programs, specifically including all personal health services, related to their functional areas. The Chief, Public Health, Administration within the Office of the Health Officer serves as the Chief Advisor to the County Health Officer (Chief Advisor). The Chief Advisor is responsible for providing direct and high-level strategic, organizational, and operational assessments and advice to the County Health Officer (Health Officer), and as needed, to the Health Officer’s direct reports, other members of the Executive Office, and the Department of Public Health’s (DPH) Leadership Team. Further, the Chief Advisor supports activities directly related to the Health Officer’s legal authorities outlined in local and state laws and regulations, including issuance and implementation of local Health Officer Orders, declarations of local health emergencies, and other efforts aimed at controlling the spread of communicable disease or associated with environmental health and sanitation services and incidents. The Chief Advisor is also charged with additional duties as assigned by the County Health Officer. The Chief, Public Health, Administration reports to the County Health Officer within the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health’s Executive Office. Essential Job Functions Strategy & Advisement Conduct research, anticipate needs, and provide high quality insight and advice to inform strategic decision-making by the Health Officer on a range of matters including strategic, organizational, programmatic, operational and other emerging critical issues and as needed, to the: Health Officer’s direct report Other senior members of the Executive Office Provide consultative services to the Director and Chief of Staff on administrative matters and special projects, including liaising with labor, academic, and other County partners, recruiting and onboarding key staff, and ensuring coordinated responses to inquiries and requests from external partners, as requested by the Director. Build and sustain knowledge of Health Officer authorities to protect the public’s health and the key issues and programs that fall within the Health Officer’s portfolio, and provide support, advice, and early engagement with planning, policy development, service delivery, and evolving issues. Keep up to date and ensure awareness of relevant issues and developments which may impact DPH, alerting and advising the Health Officer on how to respond and what and when to escalate issues to the Director and Leadership Team. Gather information and maintain internal and external awareness regarding county and department-wide priorities and other key initiatives to ensure the Health Officer is up to date and engaged appropriately. Research, analyze, and coordinate information, generate recommendations, and develop presentation and reports to brief the Health Officer and other partners. Provide strategic guidance and coordination for launching and evaluating frameworks, policies, trainings, programs, services, metrics, reports, and grants specifically aimed at promoting equity and eliminating gaps in health outcomes. Direct Services & Project Management Undertake projects as required, on behalf of the Health Officer. Operationalize solutions to urgent or ongoing issues within the Office of the County Health Officer. Provide direct support services for: Compliance-related activities and other preventive measures taken by the Health Officer. Compliance-related strategies led by enforcement sections of the department. Disease control activities related to mitigation of transmission and outbreaks. Key processes and functions of the overall Executive Office, including convening DPH leaders, employees, and partners and developing departmentwide priorities that address community needs and complement Chief Executive Office and Board of Supervisors initiatives. Support activities that maintain and improve the functioning of the overall Executive Office, including serving as back-up for key Executive Office leaders, with particular emphasis on the operations of the Office of the Health Officer and the Office of the Director. Maintain confidentiality and assist with other sensitive assignments and projects as directed by the Health Officer or as needed, by the DPH Director. Relationship Management, Communications, & Engagement Positively communicate, lead, encourage, and model commitment to DPH’s strategic direction, vision, values, and principles of equity. Build and maintain effective working relationship with DPH divisions and multi-sector partners to build effective networks, enhance understanding and cooperation to achieve desired results, and proactively identify and manage emerging issues. Manage complex working relationships with partners at all levels, in a discreet and confidential manner. Maintain effective working relationships to bolster community engagement and coordinate equity efforts. Ensure a highly collaborative approach in dealings across the department and provide ‘tough advice’ where required. Contribute to building the strong reputation of the Executive Office across DPH. Support efforts and convenings of federal, state, and local jurisdictions (e.g., U.S. Surgeon General, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, city health departments, state department of public health) and other stakeholders (e.g., business sector partners, faith based groups) to inform development and coordinated implementation of public health initiatives and legally enforceable mandates aimed at protecting and promoting the public’s health and eliminating disparities in health outcomes; resulting outcomes includes shared plans and mandates such as Health Officer Orders (HOOs), local ordinances, and emergency declarations. Develop materials (e.g., talking points, presentations) for use by the Health Officer, ensuring adherence to preferred voice, style, and design. Review, edit, and draft content that supports other DPH leaders (e.g., Director, Chief Deputy Director) during speaking engagements, executive-level meetings, and community events. Write or edit progress reports and other communications for entities including the Chief Executive Office, Board Offices, and other external entities. Inform community communications and engagement strategies for the DPH workforce and external partners. Support development of communications-related plans and activities that have department-wide impact (e.g., grant writing, vendor solicitations, programmatic consultation). Communicate implementation of local policies to Public Health and County staff, the public, and community and media partners, in both English and Spanish. Quality Improvement Support quality improvement activities, including but not limited to Results Based Accountability (RBA), to foster collective responsibility for and improvement of DPH’s performance. Ensure consistency and alignment between groups and promote solution seeking where there are legitimate differences. Develop and report on performance measures to monitor overtime. Write reports and make presentations to share resulting data with internal and external partners at various levels within the organization. Develop and implement strategies to improve resulting data. Special Projects and Ad Hoc Matters Convene, provide technical assistance, and lead or support special projects for key departmental leaders, including efforts related to strategic planning? coordination of services? multi-sector collaboration? community engagement? public health infrastructure and funding? public health advocacy? employee engagement? and other administrative functions (e.g., hiring, staff onboarding, annual performance evaluations for departmental executives, grant writing, policy review). Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of a Chief, Public Health, Administration. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: OPTION I - Planning A Master's degree* from an accredited college or university in Business, Public Health, Public Health Administration, Sociology, Economics, Psychology, Urban Planning or a closely related field - AND - Five (5) years of experience directing/conducting strategic planning activities for a large health department** or other health care organization. OPTION II - Evaluation A Master's degree* from an accredited college or university in Business, Public Health, Public Health Administration, Sociology, Economics, Psychology or a closely related field - AND - Five (5) years of experience in directing large scale***, comprehensive****, formative*****, process, cost and impact evaluations of health services and/or public health interventions, or five (5) years of experience conducting public health or health care services evaluations in a large**, diverse public health or health care organization. OPTION III - Policy Analysis and Development A Master's degree* from an accredited college or university in Business, Public Health, Public Health Administration, Public Policy or a related field - AND - Five (5) years of experience in a large health department** or health care organization developing and implementing policy activities for a diverse population. ** A large health department or health care organization, would be one serving a population of at least 500,000 persons. ***Large scale is defined as impacting a large population or region. ****Comprehensive is defined as broad in scope. *****Formative is defined as an evaluation gathering and analyzing feedback during the development or implementation of a health service and/or public health program. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License OR the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: 2 - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stopping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Bachelor's Degree or higher, you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcripts, or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application at the time of filing, or e-mail to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or The Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). S ee Employment Information under Accreditation Information. Official Transcripts is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's registrar office. A printout of the courses from the school's website is NOT considered official transcripts and will not be accepted and may result in your application being incomplete and rejected. Desirable Qualifications Extensive senior leadership experience in the public sector or in large service/community organizations, including analyzing and interpreting public policy and legislation. Demonstrated understanding of the strategic issues facing DPH and the County. Proven record of delivering quality work, including under tight time constraints. Ability to self-manage, use initiative, and have a proven record of effectively working both independently and in a team environment. Proven ability to work collaboratively and responsively in both government and non-government settings. Sound knowledge of the DPH and Los Angeles County’s direction, policy priorities, planning and budgeting processes. Expertise in leading senior management teams in a complex and demanding environment. Ability to identify risks and problems and work through solutions. Proven leadership and decision-making skills. Ability to work directly with senior managers, including on issues that require high levels of discretion. Ability to think at high strategic level and manage through conflict. Excellent communication skills - both written and oral - and ability to listen to instruction and follow-through correctly, including the ability to pass the intent of the instruction onto others in a context appropriate manner. Successfully negotiate and influence; facilitate positive outcomes from complex situations Ability to generate confidence when dealing with the Health Officer, senior managers, staff, clients, and other partners. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work assignment, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment. _______________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County Employment Application AND Supplemental Questionnaire in order to be considered for this examination. Paper applications, resumes, or any unsolicited documents will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application and Supplemental Questionnaire. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. 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This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org . FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. DO NOT SHARE USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH1070H-EA California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here
Monterey County Human Resources
Salinas, California, United States
Position Description Open Until Filled Priority Screen Date: September 23, 2024 Exam #: 24/14K52/09SP All application materials must be received by the priority screening date for a guaranteed review. Applications received after this date will be considered on an as needed basis until the position is filled. ITD may offer up to a $10,000 sign-on Bonus to candidates hired into a permanent position. Be part of a team that is committed to promoting innovative technology that transforms government and its ability to service constituents. The County of Monterey Information Technology Department (ITD), a team of diverse and skilled professionals, is at the forefront of delivering essential technology solutions that are vital to meeting the County's evolving and complex business needs. ITD’s mission is to keep the County seamlessly connected, by managing and optimizing the County's critical technology framework while pioneering resilient, secure, reliable and competitive solutions. View ITD services here . The ITD Information Security Division plays a pivotal role in ensuring the availability and integrity of County data. Our dedicated team vigilantly monitors information assets for any signs of compromise, employing state-of-the-art techniques and technologies, to detect and respond to potential threats. In the event of security incidents, we employ robust strategies to restore assets promptly, minimizing disruptions to County operations and ensuring continuity of essential services. Through collaborative partnerships and continuous education initiatives, we empower County departments to stay ahead of evolving threats and effectively manage security risks. The Chief Security Officer (CSO) reports directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and is responsible for leading the County's information security operations and supervising a team of security engineers. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative security technology leader that can successfully navigate a matrixed environment with both an internal team and departmental security officers. In addition, the successful candidate will possess deep knowledge and experience in both on premise and cloud based security technology and will be able to enhance awareness and proactively strengthen our security posture. Click Here to See Chief Security Officer Brochure The Eligible List established by this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis. Examples of Duties Acts as a consultant to all County information technology functions in the review of security policies, computer operations, access controls, system security, computer applications, and network and data security. Develops, promotes, and presents security awareness education to all levels of the County organization. Reviews all system-related information security plans throughout the County's network to ensure alignment between security practices. Plans, prioritizes, delegates, and reviews the work of assigned staff. Consults with the County Counsel's Office to provide legal investigative services related to information technology. Directs the monitoring of County systems and networks for malicious or unusual activity that may allow the unauthorized access and/or attacks, such as the presence of malware, viruses, worms, botnets, backdoors, and runaway services. Develops, establishes, implements, and directs the County's information technology security program across all departmental divisions and units. Leads and trains the Information Security Response Team; coordinates all incident preparedness activities. Upon request, conducts security risk assessments, and business impact analysis of all County departments, in coordination with departmental security assessment teams/staff. Acts as the central point of contact related to violations of information technology security policies and investigates or assists in the investigation of violations. Maintains current knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, accreditation standards, and monitors information security technologies to ensure organizational adoption and compliance; maintains up-to-date knowledge of general threats to local government and methods of attack. Develops, coordinates, and maintains policies pertaining to information technology security. Works with County-wide task forces, committees, and departmental liaisons to implement security policies, procedures, and infrastructure modifications. To view the complete classification description, please visit the county of Monterey website: Chief Security Officer THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Thorough Knowledge of : Principles and methods used in the analysis and development of information security systems and procedures. Principles of management and supervision. Currently accepted information security standards, guidelines and theories. Computer technology. Information technology equipment operation, capacity and capability. Analytical techniques relating to the assessment of business needs and the generation of management decision making information. Information technology security practices. Current information security regulations, including Federal Information Security Management Act, Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program, Federal Information Processing Standard, National Institute of Standards and Technology, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, Personally Identifiable Information, and Protected Health Information, and various other laws, regulations and statues. Hacker tools and techniques used to gain unauthorized access to computer systems. Skill and Ability to : Analyze, assess, and interpret complex data, policies, procedures, regulations, and legislation. Understand and apply the technologies used to collect, access, store, and transmit information in all forms. Identify information security needs for the County. Effectively motivate, supervise, and direct the work of others. Prepare and present effective, clear, and concise reports and correspondence. Analyze problems, identify solutions, and make recommendations. Prioritize and meet project timelines. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Exercise good judgment, decisiveness, and creativity. Examples of Experience/Education/Training Any combination of training, education, and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is: Education : Possession of a bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a closely related field from an accredited four-year college or university; AND Experience : At least six (6) years of increasingly responsible professional experience performing varied and complex work in the areas of information security administration, network systems, and/or desktop systems, including at least two (2) years of experience supervising or managing technical staff, and/or serving as a technical expert. Licenses/Certifications : Certification in an information security discipline (i.e., GIAC, ISACA or ISC2 certifications) is desirable. Additional Information CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: The required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following: Successfully pass a background investigation including but not limited to a fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice. Possess and maintain a valid California Class "C" driver's license with a satisfactory driving record or be able to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority. Be available to work outside of normal business hours as needed, including on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays and during times of emergency and/or disaster. BENEFITS: The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view the Unit "X" Benefit Summary Sheet. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU ) prevail over this listing. NOTES: As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of criminal convictions. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary. A pp lication and Selection Procedures Apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty by the priority screen date of September 23, 2024, 11:59PM (PST) or Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, by contacting: Information Technology Department Attn: Suzanne Paluck, Human Resources Analyst 1590 Moffett Street Salinas, CA 93905 Phone: (831) 759-6984 | Email: palucksm@co.monterey.ca.us The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include: A completed County of Monterey Employment Application Responses to the Supplemental Questions All application materials must be received by the priority screen date for a guaranteed review. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. to request reasonable accommodation, contact Suzanne Paluck, Human Resources Analyst, at (831) 759-6984, or palucksm@co.monterey.ca.us . http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summary-sheet
Sep 10, 2024
Full Time
Position Description Open Until Filled Priority Screen Date: September 23, 2024 Exam #: 24/14K52/09SP All application materials must be received by the priority screening date for a guaranteed review. Applications received after this date will be considered on an as needed basis until the position is filled. ITD may offer up to a $10,000 sign-on Bonus to candidates hired into a permanent position. Be part of a team that is committed to promoting innovative technology that transforms government and its ability to service constituents. The County of Monterey Information Technology Department (ITD), a team of diverse and skilled professionals, is at the forefront of delivering essential technology solutions that are vital to meeting the County's evolving and complex business needs. ITD’s mission is to keep the County seamlessly connected, by managing and optimizing the County's critical technology framework while pioneering resilient, secure, reliable and competitive solutions. View ITD services here . The ITD Information Security Division plays a pivotal role in ensuring the availability and integrity of County data. Our dedicated team vigilantly monitors information assets for any signs of compromise, employing state-of-the-art techniques and technologies, to detect and respond to potential threats. In the event of security incidents, we employ robust strategies to restore assets promptly, minimizing disruptions to County operations and ensuring continuity of essential services. Through collaborative partnerships and continuous education initiatives, we empower County departments to stay ahead of evolving threats and effectively manage security risks. The Chief Security Officer (CSO) reports directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and is responsible for leading the County's information security operations and supervising a team of security engineers. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative security technology leader that can successfully navigate a matrixed environment with both an internal team and departmental security officers. In addition, the successful candidate will possess deep knowledge and experience in both on premise and cloud based security technology and will be able to enhance awareness and proactively strengthen our security posture. Click Here to See Chief Security Officer Brochure The Eligible List established by this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis. Examples of Duties Acts as a consultant to all County information technology functions in the review of security policies, computer operations, access controls, system security, computer applications, and network and data security. Develops, promotes, and presents security awareness education to all levels of the County organization. Reviews all system-related information security plans throughout the County's network to ensure alignment between security practices. Plans, prioritizes, delegates, and reviews the work of assigned staff. Consults with the County Counsel's Office to provide legal investigative services related to information technology. Directs the monitoring of County systems and networks for malicious or unusual activity that may allow the unauthorized access and/or attacks, such as the presence of malware, viruses, worms, botnets, backdoors, and runaway services. Develops, establishes, implements, and directs the County's information technology security program across all departmental divisions and units. Leads and trains the Information Security Response Team; coordinates all incident preparedness activities. Upon request, conducts security risk assessments, and business impact analysis of all County departments, in coordination with departmental security assessment teams/staff. Acts as the central point of contact related to violations of information technology security policies and investigates or assists in the investigation of violations. Maintains current knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, accreditation standards, and monitors information security technologies to ensure organizational adoption and compliance; maintains up-to-date knowledge of general threats to local government and methods of attack. Develops, coordinates, and maintains policies pertaining to information technology security. Works with County-wide task forces, committees, and departmental liaisons to implement security policies, procedures, and infrastructure modifications. To view the complete classification description, please visit the county of Monterey website: Chief Security Officer THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Thorough Knowledge of : Principles and methods used in the analysis and development of information security systems and procedures. Principles of management and supervision. Currently accepted information security standards, guidelines and theories. Computer technology. Information technology equipment operation, capacity and capability. Analytical techniques relating to the assessment of business needs and the generation of management decision making information. Information technology security practices. Current information security regulations, including Federal Information Security Management Act, Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program, Federal Information Processing Standard, National Institute of Standards and Technology, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, Personally Identifiable Information, and Protected Health Information, and various other laws, regulations and statues. Hacker tools and techniques used to gain unauthorized access to computer systems. Skill and Ability to : Analyze, assess, and interpret complex data, policies, procedures, regulations, and legislation. Understand and apply the technologies used to collect, access, store, and transmit information in all forms. Identify information security needs for the County. Effectively motivate, supervise, and direct the work of others. Prepare and present effective, clear, and concise reports and correspondence. Analyze problems, identify solutions, and make recommendations. Prioritize and meet project timelines. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Exercise good judgment, decisiveness, and creativity. Examples of Experience/Education/Training Any combination of training, education, and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is: Education : Possession of a bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a closely related field from an accredited four-year college or university; AND Experience : At least six (6) years of increasingly responsible professional experience performing varied and complex work in the areas of information security administration, network systems, and/or desktop systems, including at least two (2) years of experience supervising or managing technical staff, and/or serving as a technical expert. Licenses/Certifications : Certification in an information security discipline (i.e., GIAC, ISACA or ISC2 certifications) is desirable. Additional Information CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: The required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following: Successfully pass a background investigation including but not limited to a fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice. Possess and maintain a valid California Class "C" driver's license with a satisfactory driving record or be able to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority. Be available to work outside of normal business hours as needed, including on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays and during times of emergency and/or disaster. BENEFITS: The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view the Unit "X" Benefit Summary Sheet. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU ) prevail over this listing. NOTES: As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of criminal convictions. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary. A pp lication and Selection Procedures Apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty by the priority screen date of September 23, 2024, 11:59PM (PST) or Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, by contacting: Information Technology Department Attn: Suzanne Paluck, Human Resources Analyst 1590 Moffett Street Salinas, CA 93905 Phone: (831) 759-6984 | Email: palucksm@co.monterey.ca.us The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include: A completed County of Monterey Employment Application Responses to the Supplemental Questions All application materials must be received by the priority screen date for a guaranteed review. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. to request reasonable accommodation, contact Suzanne Paluck, Human Resources Analyst, at (831) 759-6984, or palucksm@co.monterey.ca.us . http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summary-sheet
Minimum Qualifications Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public or Business Administration, Aviation Management, Finance, Engineering, or in a field related to the job, plus at least eight (8) years of senior-level experience at airports, airlines, or comparable organizations, including six (6) years of experience which were in a managerial or executive capacity. Graduation with a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience up to a maximum of two (2) years. Notes to Applicants To view the detailed Recruitment Profile for this position, please click here. To view the City of Austin recruitment video, please click here. Position Summary: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is proud to offer an exciting and unique opportunity for a team member who is motivated to shape the future of AUS . The AUS team is passionate about what our airport has to offer to the Central Texas region and is seeking a professional who will share this passion. A great work environment makes this an ideal opportunity for a highly-motivated and results-oriented individual who would like to join AUS in working hard toward our strategic vision. Essential Duties: Serves as the primary executive manager and negotiator between AUS and the architectural, engineering, environmental, legal and contracting community. Leads partnership activities with a wide range of stakeholders and ensures appropriate level of engagement with AUS divisions, AUS business partners, regulatory agencies, and City of Austin departments through the life cycle of capital projects. Works closely with the FAA in capturing federal Airport Improvement Program funding and compliance with that grant program. Oversees the development and maintenance of the Airport Layout Plan ( ALP ) to ensure compliance with all federal regulations and policies. Manages the Airport Master Plan including processing updates as needed, and any work related to compliance with the National Environmental Protection Act ( NEPA ). Responsible for compliance with and management of environmental regulations, including the Airport’s Storm Water Pollution and Prevention Plan, and working with AUS tenant co-permittees to ensure compliance with the plan. Ensures effective coordination and communication with Airport tenants, other City of Austin departments, neighborhood associations, the general public, media, consultants, public agencies, or private sector representatives. Represents AUS interests in policy, aviation, technical, and with governmental/regulatory agencies, boards, councils, commissions, and oversight bodies. Working with Aviation provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information. Regarding Your Application: A detailed and complete Employment Application is required. A Resume and Cover Letter are required and will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online Employment. Please be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application. Employment history dates must include month and year. This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ). To ensure consideration, candidates should apply by September 25, 2024 . To apply, candidates must complete this online application. Interested candidates should apply early in the process for optimum consideration. Note: Information submitted for consideration may be made available to the public in compliance with the Texas Open Records Act. Pay Range $192k - $202k Hours 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday *Hours may vary depending upon business needs. This position is on-site. Job Close Date Type of Posting External Department Aviation Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 3201-A Presidential Blvd. Austin, TX 78719 Preferred Qualifications Extensive experience in airport real estate leasing and development with a focus on contract negotiation and lease management. Experience in airport concession development and management, with a focus on revenue planning and strategy execution. Experience in Airport Airline Affairs management, with a focus on Airline Use and Lease Agreements negotiation and contract management and airline liaison requirements. Track record in closing complex retail, airline and/or real estate transactions in an aviation environment. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Directs growth, planning, and budgeting of short- and long-term infrastructure investments at the airport. Oversees planning, design, engineering, program and construction management, sustainability, and conservation; and manages internal resources and third-party service providers and contractors. Leads the annual capital planning and delivery process and ensures it advances the highest priority projects while maximizing potential funding from all sources. Confers with the Airport Chief Executive Officer ( CEO ), and other airport Chief Officers and Deputy Officers in implementing strategies to increase airport capacity as well as improve and expand existing airport facilities. Develops and recommends various plans, policies, and programs designed to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Oversees the coordination of Capital Improvement Programs with airport business partners and other airport divisions to ensure that projects are designed and constructed with minimal disruption to airport operations. Ensures effective coordination and communication with airport tenants, other City departments, neighborhood associations, the general public, media, consultants, public agencies, or private sector representatives. Represents the department’s interests in policy, aviation, and technical issues with governmental/regulatory agencies, boards, councils, commissions, and oversight bodies. Monitors industry trends and implements best practices. Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of Local, State, and Federal laws, regulations, and ordinances affecting the department. Knowledge of principles and methods of budget and long-range plan preparation, maintenance, and controls. Knowledge of the technical aspects of design, construction, maintenance, repair, and operation of the physical assets of public facilities. Knowledge of strategic business planning, organizational change strategies, and performance measurement to achieve business excellence. Skill in developing flexible and adaptable strategies to achieve organizational goals by understanding the organizational capabilities, airline market conditions, the regulatory environment, and technological advancements. Skill in managing and allocating financial and human resources to execute operational and business plans. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City employees, City Council, the media, and the public. Skill in leading and managing a diverse workforce including department employees and contractors in an airport environment. Ability to design short- and long-term strategies/programs that are scalable and efficient in a large and complex organization. Ability to develop strategic direction and program implementation collaboratively with various stakeholder/community groups. Ability to develop, implement, and administer goals, objectives, and procedures for providing effective and efficient services for the department and City of Austin. Ability to address customer evolving expectations. Ability to work with and coordinate between multiple City departments and internal business units to meet goals and objectives. Ability to make decisions and develop innovative approaches to deal with frequent change, unexpected events, conflict, and uncertain situations. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and develop and deliver public presentations. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public or Business Administration, Aviation Management, Finance, Engineering, or in a field related to the job, plus at least eight (8) years of senior-level experience at airports, airlines, or comparable organizations, including six (6) years of experience which were in a managerial or executive capacity. Do you meet these minimum requirements? Graduation with a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience up to a maximum of two (2) years. Yes. No. * The Transportation Security Administration (TSA-division of the USA Dept. of Homeland Security) requires all employees of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to pass a minimum 10-year criminal background investigation and security threat assessment. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Background Check to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a 10-year Criminal Background Investigation and security threat assessment * Please indicate the number of years reflecting your progressive experience in airport real estate leasing and development, with a focus on contract negotiation and lease management. 6-8 years 8-10 years 10+ years N/A * Please indicate the number of years reflecting your progressive experience in airport concession development and management, with a focus on revenue planning and strategy execution. 6-8 years 8-10 years 10+ years N/A * Please indicate the number of years reflecting your progressive experience in Airport Airline Affairs management, with a focus on Airline Use and Lease Agreement negotiation and contract management and airline liaison requirements. 6-8 years 8-10 years 10+ years N/A * Please describe your background in customer service within public assembly facilities, preferably in an aviation environment, including staff leadership and policy implementation. (Open Ended Question) * Please provide recent examples of your success in closing complex retail, airline and/or real estate transactions, preferably in an aviation environment. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
Aug 29, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public or Business Administration, Aviation Management, Finance, Engineering, or in a field related to the job, plus at least eight (8) years of senior-level experience at airports, airlines, or comparable organizations, including six (6) years of experience which were in a managerial or executive capacity. Graduation with a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience up to a maximum of two (2) years. Notes to Applicants To view the detailed Recruitment Profile for this position, please click here. To view the City of Austin recruitment video, please click here. Position Summary: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is proud to offer an exciting and unique opportunity for a team member who is motivated to shape the future of AUS . The AUS team is passionate about what our airport has to offer to the Central Texas region and is seeking a professional who will share this passion. A great work environment makes this an ideal opportunity for a highly-motivated and results-oriented individual who would like to join AUS in working hard toward our strategic vision. Essential Duties: Serves as the primary executive manager and negotiator between AUS and the architectural, engineering, environmental, legal and contracting community. Leads partnership activities with a wide range of stakeholders and ensures appropriate level of engagement with AUS divisions, AUS business partners, regulatory agencies, and City of Austin departments through the life cycle of capital projects. Works closely with the FAA in capturing federal Airport Improvement Program funding and compliance with that grant program. Oversees the development and maintenance of the Airport Layout Plan ( ALP ) to ensure compliance with all federal regulations and policies. Manages the Airport Master Plan including processing updates as needed, and any work related to compliance with the National Environmental Protection Act ( NEPA ). Responsible for compliance with and management of environmental regulations, including the Airport’s Storm Water Pollution and Prevention Plan, and working with AUS tenant co-permittees to ensure compliance with the plan. Ensures effective coordination and communication with Airport tenants, other City of Austin departments, neighborhood associations, the general public, media, consultants, public agencies, or private sector representatives. Represents AUS interests in policy, aviation, technical, and with governmental/regulatory agencies, boards, councils, commissions, and oversight bodies. Working with Aviation provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information. Regarding Your Application: A detailed and complete Employment Application is required. A Resume and Cover Letter are required and will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online Employment. Please be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application. Employment history dates must include month and year. This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ). To ensure consideration, candidates should apply by September 25, 2024 . To apply, candidates must complete this online application. Interested candidates should apply early in the process for optimum consideration. Note: Information submitted for consideration may be made available to the public in compliance with the Texas Open Records Act. Pay Range $192k - $202k Hours 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday *Hours may vary depending upon business needs. This position is on-site. Job Close Date Type of Posting External Department Aviation Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 3201-A Presidential Blvd. Austin, TX 78719 Preferred Qualifications Extensive experience in airport real estate leasing and development with a focus on contract negotiation and lease management. Experience in airport concession development and management, with a focus on revenue planning and strategy execution. Experience in Airport Airline Affairs management, with a focus on Airline Use and Lease Agreements negotiation and contract management and airline liaison requirements. Track record in closing complex retail, airline and/or real estate transactions in an aviation environment. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Directs growth, planning, and budgeting of short- and long-term infrastructure investments at the airport. Oversees planning, design, engineering, program and construction management, sustainability, and conservation; and manages internal resources and third-party service providers and contractors. Leads the annual capital planning and delivery process and ensures it advances the highest priority projects while maximizing potential funding from all sources. Confers with the Airport Chief Executive Officer ( CEO ), and other airport Chief Officers and Deputy Officers in implementing strategies to increase airport capacity as well as improve and expand existing airport facilities. Develops and recommends various plans, policies, and programs designed to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Oversees the coordination of Capital Improvement Programs with airport business partners and other airport divisions to ensure that projects are designed and constructed with minimal disruption to airport operations. Ensures effective coordination and communication with airport tenants, other City departments, neighborhood associations, the general public, media, consultants, public agencies, or private sector representatives. Represents the department’s interests in policy, aviation, and technical issues with governmental/regulatory agencies, boards, councils, commissions, and oversight bodies. Monitors industry trends and implements best practices. Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of Local, State, and Federal laws, regulations, and ordinances affecting the department. Knowledge of principles and methods of budget and long-range plan preparation, maintenance, and controls. Knowledge of the technical aspects of design, construction, maintenance, repair, and operation of the physical assets of public facilities. Knowledge of strategic business planning, organizational change strategies, and performance measurement to achieve business excellence. Skill in developing flexible and adaptable strategies to achieve organizational goals by understanding the organizational capabilities, airline market conditions, the regulatory environment, and technological advancements. Skill in managing and allocating financial and human resources to execute operational and business plans. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City employees, City Council, the media, and the public. Skill in leading and managing a diverse workforce including department employees and contractors in an airport environment. Ability to design short- and long-term strategies/programs that are scalable and efficient in a large and complex organization. Ability to develop strategic direction and program implementation collaboratively with various stakeholder/community groups. Ability to develop, implement, and administer goals, objectives, and procedures for providing effective and efficient services for the department and City of Austin. Ability to address customer evolving expectations. Ability to work with and coordinate between multiple City departments and internal business units to meet goals and objectives. Ability to make decisions and develop innovative approaches to deal with frequent change, unexpected events, conflict, and uncertain situations. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and develop and deliver public presentations. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public or Business Administration, Aviation Management, Finance, Engineering, or in a field related to the job, plus at least eight (8) years of senior-level experience at airports, airlines, or comparable organizations, including six (6) years of experience which were in a managerial or executive capacity. Do you meet these minimum requirements? Graduation with a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience up to a maximum of two (2) years. Yes. No. * The Transportation Security Administration (TSA-division of the USA Dept. of Homeland Security) requires all employees of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to pass a minimum 10-year criminal background investigation and security threat assessment. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Background Check to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a 10-year Criminal Background Investigation and security threat assessment * Please indicate the number of years reflecting your progressive experience in airport real estate leasing and development, with a focus on contract negotiation and lease management. 6-8 years 8-10 years 10+ years N/A * Please indicate the number of years reflecting your progressive experience in airport concession development and management, with a focus on revenue planning and strategy execution. 6-8 years 8-10 years 10+ years N/A * Please indicate the number of years reflecting your progressive experience in Airport Airline Affairs management, with a focus on Airline Use and Lease Agreement negotiation and contract management and airline liaison requirements. 6-8 years 8-10 years 10+ years N/A * Please describe your background in customer service within public assembly facilities, preferably in an aviation environment, including staff leadership and policy implementation. (Open Ended Question) * Please provide recent examples of your success in closing complex retail, airline and/or real estate transactions, preferably in an aviation environment. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
City of Long Beach, CA
City of Long Beach, California, United States
DESCRIPTION THE COMMUNITY Ideally located on the Pacific Ocean south of Los Angeles, adjacent to Orange County, the City of Long Beach, California (population 470,000) is frequently described as a series of strong, diverse interwoven smaller communities within a large city. Enjoying an ideal Southern California climate, Long Beach is home to an abundance of cultural and recreational options. The Long Beach Convention Center, Aquarium of the Pacific, Queen Mary, and the annual Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, plus a wide variety of other attractions (two historic ranchos, three marinas, and I've golf courses), serve to draw 6.5 million visitors a year. The City is also home to California State University, Long Beach, and Long Beach City College. Cal State Long Beach is the second largest university in the state and was recently ranked the No. 3 best-value public college in the nation. Covering approximately 50 square miles, Long Beach is supported by a wide mix of industries with education, health and social services, manufacturing, retail trade, and professional services comprising the highest representation. Known for its livable and desirable neighborhoods, Long Beach was named by America’s Promise Alliance as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People two years in a row. While it offers all the amenities of a large metropolis, many say Long Beach offers the added benefit of having maintained a strong sense of community and cohesiveness despite its growth. A superb climate, quality schools, a vibrant downtown, and a wide variety of neighborhoods help make Long Beach one of the most livable communities in the country. CITY GOVERNMENT Long Beach, a charter city formed in 1897, is governed by nine City Council Members elected by district and a city-wide elected Mayor. Other elected officials include the City Attorney, City Auditor, and City Prosecutor. The elected officials are elected to staggered four-year terms. The City Council appoints the City Manager and City Clerk. The City Manager is responsible for the efficient administration of all City departments, excluding those under the direction of a separately elected official, Board or Commission. Long Beach is one of only three cities in California with its own Health Department and one of the very few municipalities with its own Water and Energy Resources Departments. In 2019, the City of Long Beach and Plenary Properties Long Beach unveiled the completion of the new four-building Long Beach Civic Center, which includes a new City Hall and Port Administration Building. The tree-lined pedestrian plaza is reflective of an innovative public-private partnership and the Civic Center is designed to revitalize the civic core of downtown to serve residents, attract visitors, and provide safe and efficient city operations. The City is supported by a FY 2024 total budget of approximately $3.3 billion with a General Fund budget of $719 million. More than 6,000 full and part-time employees support municipal operations with the vast majority being represented by twelve employee associations. To learn more about the City of Long Beach, go to: www.longbeach.gov . THE DEPARTMENT The Department of Community Development delivers a wide variety of programs and services to help create and maintain more safe, sustainable, and livable neighborhoods. The department is comprised of five bureaus: Building and Safety, Code Enforcement, Housing and Neighborhood Services, Planning, and Administrative and Financial Services. Our staff of more than 200 works tirelessly to serve the community through an array of policies and programs, including land use and development, affordable housing, environment and historic preservation, neighborhood improvement, and construction standards and safety. We are dedicated to making a positive difference in our role to help transform Long Beach into a model urban community that honors its past and embraces the future. THE POSITION Under general direction of the Superintendent of Building and Safety (Building Official) , the General Superintendent - Community Development will serve as the manager responsible for overseeing the engineering and plan review function s and services within the Department of Community Development , Building and Safety Bureau . This position is responsible for manag ing and supervising professional staff in the review and subsequently approv al of proposed new construction , addition, and alteration of buildings and structures , as well as the installation , alteration, repair and replacement of electrical, plumbing, mechanical and fire protection systems, to ensure they comply with City ordinances, State laws , and Federal regulations aimed at protecting life, health, property, and public welfare . EXAMPLES OF DUTIES The General Superintendent - Community Development will: Assist the Superintendent of Building and Safety in managing the programs and activities of th e Building and Safety Bureau and act on the Superintendent ’s behalf in the Superintendent's absence. O versee the Engineering and Plan Review S ervices Division within the Building and Safety Bureau. Supervise the day-to-day plan review services that includes building, fire, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical disciplines. Manage, organize, and direct professional staff involved in the review and approval of grading, building, fire, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical construction documents and plans for compliance with City ordinances, State laws , and Federal regulations for construction projects . Administer contracts with consultants. Provide guidance, training, and performance evaluations for team members. Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the plan review process . Address and resolve compliance issues and incorporate feedback for continuous improvement. Ensure that the construction of buildings and structures meet s the intent of City ordinances , S tate laws , and F ederal regulations. Develop and implement long-term strategies that support the C ity’s growth, sustainability, and resilience objectives . Represent the Division in public meetings, workshops, and consultations, promoting transparency and community involvement. Prepare comprehensive reports on project progress, financial performance, and departmental activities for city leadership and stakeholders. Maintain thorough and accurate documentation for all construction projects and departmental processes. Manage, oversee, and perform quality control on plan reviews performed by staff and contract staff, and outside consultants . Update the LBMC in accordance with the S tate triennial and City mandated regulations . Processes alternate methods of construction and code modifications granted or negotiated on various construction projects. Other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS TO FILE EDUCATION Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or a related field. Candidates may substitute experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position for the required education on a year-for-year basis. *Required documents, such as transcripts, degrees, certificates, or licenses, must be uploaded to the online application in PDF format at the time of filing. Any documents submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristics on the document. Proof of education for academic degrees should indicate the type of degree and date of degree conferral. Candidates who possess degrees or units from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalency at the time of filing. EXPERIENCE: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in engineering, building and safety, and the application and enforcement of code regulations. Two (2) years of the required experience must have been at a supervisory or management level. Must be a California licensed Professional Engineer or Architect (*must provide proof of license at the time of submission*) . ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS A valid California Class C Driver License and proof of auto insurance. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE Ability to address complex technical issues and find innovative solutions to engineering , architectural , and construction challenges. Ability to develop and implement long-term plans for community development projects that align with organizational goals and community needs. Ability to work effectively with internal and external customer s. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing . Familiarity with local ordinances , state law , and federal regulations related to Community Development and engineering projects. In-depth understanding of civil and structural engineering principles, construction practices, and infrastructure development ; general understanding of subtrade and fire protection engineering principles . Strong skills in leading and motivating teams, managing staff, and fostering a collaborative work environmen t. Willingness to embrace new methods and technologies that can enhance project outcomes and community benefits. Effective at prioritizing tasks and managing time to meet project deadlines and goals. SELECTION PROCEDURE This recruitment will close at 1 1:59 PM Pacific Time on Thursday, October 24, 2024 . To be considered, please submit an online application, including a cover letter, resume, license and proof of education in PDF format. Applications that fail to include all necessary documents will be considered incomplete and will not be taken into consideration. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered. For questions regarding this recruitment, please call (562) 570-6913 . The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer . We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender. The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act . You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act The City of Long Beach is committed to maintaining fairness and transparency in our hiring practices. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all applicants and ensuring that every applicant is evaluated based on their qualifications and merit. If you believe that you have been unjustly disqualified based on minimum qualifications for an unclassified job opportunity, you have the right to appeal the decision. Find out more about the Applicant Appeal Process by visiting Applicant Appeal Process (longbeach.gov) . The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call (562) 570-6913 . For technical support with your governmentjobs.com application, please contact (855) 524-5627. The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include: Retirement: California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) defined benefit retirement plan, which is coordinated with Social Security. The benefit is 2.5% or 2.7% (depending on hire date) @55 for "Classic" members and 2% @62 for new members as defined by PEPRA, subject to the compensation limitations set by PERS. Both the City and the employee contributes toward CalPERS retirement contributions. The city also participates in Social Security. Health and Dental Insurance: The City offers the choice of HMO and PPO plans. The city pays major portion of the premium for employee and dependents depending on the health/ dental plan selected. Life Insurance: City-paid term life insurance policy equal to three (3) times annual salary to a maximum of $500,000. Disability Insurance: City-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance. Management Physical: Annual City-paid physical examination. Vacation: Twelve (12) vacation days after the first year of service; 15 days after four years, six months of service; 20 days after 19 years, six months of service. Executive Leave: Forty (40) hours Executive Leave per year. The City Manager has discretion to grant an additional 40 hours each year. Sick Leave : One day earned per month; unlimited accumulation; conversion upon retirement to cash credit toward health and/or dental insurance premiums, or to pension credits. Holidays: Eleven (11) designated holidays per year, plus four personal holidays to be used at the employee's discretion. Transportation Allowance: Monthly allowance is allocated by classifications below; Department Head $650.00 Deputy Director/Manager/Director (Harbor/Utilities) $550.00 Division Officer/Superintendent/ Chief of Staff / Administrator / Principal DCA $450.00 Assistant to Executive / Executive Assistant / Executive Secretary/ Executive Support Staff $300.00 Deferred Compensation Plan: Optional for employee contribution to a supplementary retirement savings program available through Mission Square Retirement formerly ICMA-RC Retirement Corporation). Classic CalPERS Members: The City will contribute a maximum of up to two percent (2%) of base salary* for all qualified Classic CalPERS members. Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) CalPERS Members: Effective the second full pay period following City Council adoption, the City contribution will increase from two percent (2%) to three percent (3%) of base salary* for all qualified PEPRA CalPERS members. Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Optional election for employees to reduce taxable income for payment of allowable childcare or medical expenses. Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedule: Available (subject to City Manager approval). Paid Parental Leave: The City provides one hundred and sixty (160) hours of Paid Parental Leave at 100% of salary, for the birth, adoption or foster placement of a child, regardless of the gender, marital status or sexual orientation of the parent. Closing Date/Time: 10/24/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Sep 25, 2024
Full Time
DESCRIPTION THE COMMUNITY Ideally located on the Pacific Ocean south of Los Angeles, adjacent to Orange County, the City of Long Beach, California (population 470,000) is frequently described as a series of strong, diverse interwoven smaller communities within a large city. Enjoying an ideal Southern California climate, Long Beach is home to an abundance of cultural and recreational options. The Long Beach Convention Center, Aquarium of the Pacific, Queen Mary, and the annual Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, plus a wide variety of other attractions (two historic ranchos, three marinas, and I've golf courses), serve to draw 6.5 million visitors a year. The City is also home to California State University, Long Beach, and Long Beach City College. Cal State Long Beach is the second largest university in the state and was recently ranked the No. 3 best-value public college in the nation. Covering approximately 50 square miles, Long Beach is supported by a wide mix of industries with education, health and social services, manufacturing, retail trade, and professional services comprising the highest representation. Known for its livable and desirable neighborhoods, Long Beach was named by America’s Promise Alliance as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People two years in a row. While it offers all the amenities of a large metropolis, many say Long Beach offers the added benefit of having maintained a strong sense of community and cohesiveness despite its growth. A superb climate, quality schools, a vibrant downtown, and a wide variety of neighborhoods help make Long Beach one of the most livable communities in the country. CITY GOVERNMENT Long Beach, a charter city formed in 1897, is governed by nine City Council Members elected by district and a city-wide elected Mayor. Other elected officials include the City Attorney, City Auditor, and City Prosecutor. The elected officials are elected to staggered four-year terms. The City Council appoints the City Manager and City Clerk. The City Manager is responsible for the efficient administration of all City departments, excluding those under the direction of a separately elected official, Board or Commission. Long Beach is one of only three cities in California with its own Health Department and one of the very few municipalities with its own Water and Energy Resources Departments. In 2019, the City of Long Beach and Plenary Properties Long Beach unveiled the completion of the new four-building Long Beach Civic Center, which includes a new City Hall and Port Administration Building. The tree-lined pedestrian plaza is reflective of an innovative public-private partnership and the Civic Center is designed to revitalize the civic core of downtown to serve residents, attract visitors, and provide safe and efficient city operations. The City is supported by a FY 2024 total budget of approximately $3.3 billion with a General Fund budget of $719 million. More than 6,000 full and part-time employees support municipal operations with the vast majority being represented by twelve employee associations. To learn more about the City of Long Beach, go to: www.longbeach.gov . THE DEPARTMENT The Department of Community Development delivers a wide variety of programs and services to help create and maintain more safe, sustainable, and livable neighborhoods. The department is comprised of five bureaus: Building and Safety, Code Enforcement, Housing and Neighborhood Services, Planning, and Administrative and Financial Services. Our staff of more than 200 works tirelessly to serve the community through an array of policies and programs, including land use and development, affordable housing, environment and historic preservation, neighborhood improvement, and construction standards and safety. We are dedicated to making a positive difference in our role to help transform Long Beach into a model urban community that honors its past and embraces the future. THE POSITION Under general direction of the Superintendent of Building and Safety (Building Official) , the General Superintendent - Community Development will serve as the manager responsible for overseeing the engineering and plan review function s and services within the Department of Community Development , Building and Safety Bureau . This position is responsible for manag ing and supervising professional staff in the review and subsequently approv al of proposed new construction , addition, and alteration of buildings and structures , as well as the installation , alteration, repair and replacement of electrical, plumbing, mechanical and fire protection systems, to ensure they comply with City ordinances, State laws , and Federal regulations aimed at protecting life, health, property, and public welfare . EXAMPLES OF DUTIES The General Superintendent - Community Development will: Assist the Superintendent of Building and Safety in managing the programs and activities of th e Building and Safety Bureau and act on the Superintendent ’s behalf in the Superintendent's absence. O versee the Engineering and Plan Review S ervices Division within the Building and Safety Bureau. Supervise the day-to-day plan review services that includes building, fire, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical disciplines. Manage, organize, and direct professional staff involved in the review and approval of grading, building, fire, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical construction documents and plans for compliance with City ordinances, State laws , and Federal regulations for construction projects . Administer contracts with consultants. Provide guidance, training, and performance evaluations for team members. Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the plan review process . Address and resolve compliance issues and incorporate feedback for continuous improvement. Ensure that the construction of buildings and structures meet s the intent of City ordinances , S tate laws , and F ederal regulations. Develop and implement long-term strategies that support the C ity’s growth, sustainability, and resilience objectives . Represent the Division in public meetings, workshops, and consultations, promoting transparency and community involvement. Prepare comprehensive reports on project progress, financial performance, and departmental activities for city leadership and stakeholders. Maintain thorough and accurate documentation for all construction projects and departmental processes. Manage, oversee, and perform quality control on plan reviews performed by staff and contract staff, and outside consultants . Update the LBMC in accordance with the S tate triennial and City mandated regulations . Processes alternate methods of construction and code modifications granted or negotiated on various construction projects. Other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS TO FILE EDUCATION Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or a related field. Candidates may substitute experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position for the required education on a year-for-year basis. *Required documents, such as transcripts, degrees, certificates, or licenses, must be uploaded to the online application in PDF format at the time of filing. Any documents submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristics on the document. Proof of education for academic degrees should indicate the type of degree and date of degree conferral. Candidates who possess degrees or units from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalency at the time of filing. EXPERIENCE: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in engineering, building and safety, and the application and enforcement of code regulations. Two (2) years of the required experience must have been at a supervisory or management level. Must be a California licensed Professional Engineer or Architect (*must provide proof of license at the time of submission*) . ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS A valid California Class C Driver License and proof of auto insurance. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE Ability to address complex technical issues and find innovative solutions to engineering , architectural , and construction challenges. Ability to develop and implement long-term plans for community development projects that align with organizational goals and community needs. Ability to work effectively with internal and external customer s. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing . Familiarity with local ordinances , state law , and federal regulations related to Community Development and engineering projects. In-depth understanding of civil and structural engineering principles, construction practices, and infrastructure development ; general understanding of subtrade and fire protection engineering principles . Strong skills in leading and motivating teams, managing staff, and fostering a collaborative work environmen t. Willingness to embrace new methods and technologies that can enhance project outcomes and community benefits. Effective at prioritizing tasks and managing time to meet project deadlines and goals. SELECTION PROCEDURE This recruitment will close at 1 1:59 PM Pacific Time on Thursday, October 24, 2024 . To be considered, please submit an online application, including a cover letter, resume, license and proof of education in PDF format. Applications that fail to include all necessary documents will be considered incomplete and will not be taken into consideration. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered. For questions regarding this recruitment, please call (562) 570-6913 . The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer . We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender. The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act . You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act The City of Long Beach is committed to maintaining fairness and transparency in our hiring practices. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all applicants and ensuring that every applicant is evaluated based on their qualifications and merit. If you believe that you have been unjustly disqualified based on minimum qualifications for an unclassified job opportunity, you have the right to appeal the decision. Find out more about the Applicant Appeal Process by visiting Applicant Appeal Process (longbeach.gov) . The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call (562) 570-6913 . For technical support with your governmentjobs.com application, please contact (855) 524-5627. The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include: Retirement: California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) defined benefit retirement plan, which is coordinated with Social Security. The benefit is 2.5% or 2.7% (depending on hire date) @55 for "Classic" members and 2% @62 for new members as defined by PEPRA, subject to the compensation limitations set by PERS. Both the City and the employee contributes toward CalPERS retirement contributions. The city also participates in Social Security. Health and Dental Insurance: The City offers the choice of HMO and PPO plans. The city pays major portion of the premium for employee and dependents depending on the health/ dental plan selected. Life Insurance: City-paid term life insurance policy equal to three (3) times annual salary to a maximum of $500,000. Disability Insurance: City-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance. Management Physical: Annual City-paid physical examination. Vacation: Twelve (12) vacation days after the first year of service; 15 days after four years, six months of service; 20 days after 19 years, six months of service. Executive Leave: Forty (40) hours Executive Leave per year. The City Manager has discretion to grant an additional 40 hours each year. Sick Leave : One day earned per month; unlimited accumulation; conversion upon retirement to cash credit toward health and/or dental insurance premiums, or to pension credits. Holidays: Eleven (11) designated holidays per year, plus four personal holidays to be used at the employee's discretion. Transportation Allowance: Monthly allowance is allocated by classifications below; Department Head $650.00 Deputy Director/Manager/Director (Harbor/Utilities) $550.00 Division Officer/Superintendent/ Chief of Staff / Administrator / Principal DCA $450.00 Assistant to Executive / Executive Assistant / Executive Secretary/ Executive Support Staff $300.00 Deferred Compensation Plan: Optional for employee contribution to a supplementary retirement savings program available through Mission Square Retirement formerly ICMA-RC Retirement Corporation). Classic CalPERS Members: The City will contribute a maximum of up to two percent (2%) of base salary* for all qualified Classic CalPERS members. Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) CalPERS Members: Effective the second full pay period following City Council adoption, the City contribution will increase from two percent (2%) to three percent (3%) of base salary* for all qualified PEPRA CalPERS members. Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Optional election for employees to reduce taxable income for payment of allowable childcare or medical expenses. Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedule: Available (subject to City Manager approval). Paid Parental Leave: The City provides one hundred and sixty (160) hours of Paid Parental Leave at 100% of salary, for the birth, adoption or foster placement of a child, regardless of the gender, marital status or sexual orientation of the parent. Closing Date/Time: 10/24/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
CITY OF OAKLAND, CA
Oakland, California, United States
The Position The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees. Why join the City of Oakland Department of Transportation? Are you interested in being part of a big team that is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of a community? If so, we're excited to invite you to join the City of Oakland’s Department of Transportation Survey Division as City Land Surveyor. This job is both stimulating and dynamic , with work both in the office and out in the field. You'll get to help different parts of the city government, like the Department of Transportation Engineering, Traffic and Emergency Response, and Public Works Project Delivery, Sanitary Sewer, Geographic Information System (GIS) , Planning and Building, Land Development, and the City Attorney's Office. Working with us means you'll be part of a group that's focused on improving things like roads, housing, and other important parts of the city. In our Survey Division, you'll do lots of different things, like utilizing cutting-edge technologies such as GPS and Robotic Total Station to create topographic mapping, boundary resolution, plat mapping, and the creation of legal descriptions based on historical records dating back as far as 172 years. You'll also help with construction projects to make sure they're done correctly, and you'll work on surveys for things like traffic and bridges. Plus, you'll help with planning and development projects, making sure they follow the rules and regulations. Being on our team isn't just about doing the job - it's about caring for Oakland and the people who live here. You'll help keep important historical records and work closely with other city departments. By joining us, you'll be part of making Oakland better and more successful. As a surveyor, you'll be a key player in driving progress forward. Join us and become the trusted force making positive changes in our city. Trust the Surveyor! We are looking for someone who is: Experienced: You are skilled at accurately establishing or reestablishing property boundaries based on records, historical evidence, and current standards. You can seamlessly incorporate this expertise into mapping systems, blueprints, and legal documents. Knowledgeable: You have a thorough understanding of Boundary Control, legal principles, State Laws, and City Ordinances. This extends to collecting field data, using computers, and understanding complex geospatial concepts. Collaborative: You will work closely with different departments to ensure that the data you provide meets the needs of all department users reliant on the acquired data. Scholarly: You are devoted to studying the geographical context to grasp the impact of historical land surveying maps, evolving legislation such as the Subdivision Map Act, and the ramifications evident in case law. Dedicated: You are willing to put in the time and effort needed to make sure your work is accurate and reliable. Insightful: You possess a deep understanding of industry standards, state regulations, local ordinances, and a keen awareness of the perspectives of your colleagues. Purposeful: You approach your work with a clear goal, knowing that what you do has real significance and direction. What you will typically be responsible for: Collaborating with other city departments and divisions, such as City Engineering, Project Delivery, Sanitary Sewer, Planning, Building, and the City Attorney’s Office. Preparing legal documents like descriptions and maps needed for property deals, public records, and legal cases. Communicating with property owners, developers, government officials, and the public to address inquiries, provide information, and resolve disputes related to land surveying matters. Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards governing land surveying activities. Accurately establishing and verifying property lines and boundaries within the city limits. Cultivating a growth mindset by fostering a culture of continuous learning, resilience, and adaptability, and encouraging mentees to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth. Read the complete job description by clicking this ** link. ***Click on the link below to see a video on what it's like to work for the City of Oakland! Working for the City of Oakland A few reasons you might love this job: Every day brings new challenges and projects, from boundary surveys to construction staking, ensuring that the job remains engaging and dynamic. You will collaborate with civil engineers, planners, developers, and other professionals, fostering teamwork and camaraderie in achieving project goals. You will be a part of preserving the City's history, in regards to surveying, which goes back 172 years. You will play a vital role in facilitating land development, infrastructure projects, and urban planning initiatives that benefit communities and improve quality of life. A few challenges you might face in this job: You may face skepticism or mistrust from the public regarding property boundaries or survey results. You are faced with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as zoning ordinances and land use laws, which adds layers of complexity to surveying projects and requires meticulous attention to detail. You will be working with limited resources which may impact surveying equipment, training, and personnel. Competencies Required: Fact Finding: Obtaining facts and data pertaining to an issue or question Industry Monitoring: Grasping the external political, economic, competitive, and social factors affecting the industry Legal & Regulatory Navigation: Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications Displaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity Innovative Problem Solving: Identifying and analyzing problems in order to propose new and better ways of doing things Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue Writing: Communicating effectively in writing Professional Impact: Presenting self as a positive representative of the organization Delegating: Sharing responsibility, authority, and accountability Leading Cross-Functional Collaboration: Demonstrating cooperation and teamwork while working within and across divisions, functions, or teams Project Management: Ensuring that projects are on-time, on-budget, and achieve their objectives Strategic Thinking & Perspective: Evaluating immediate actions in context of achieving long range objectives Minimum Requirements for Application This recruitment will produce two eligible lists. The restricted list will be for full-time, permanent part-time, or part-time City and Port of Oakland employees who meet the minimum qualifications. The open list will be for all other applicants who meet the minimum qualifications. Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or surveying AND thirty (30) hours of course work in supervision. Experience: Four years of surveying experience of which two years must be comparable to Chief of Party in the City of Oakland. License or Certificate / Other Requirements: Possession of a State of California certificate of registration as a Professional Land Surveyor or as a Professional Civil Engineer authorized to practice land surveying (issued prior to 1982). Supplemental Information The Recruitment Process: The City of Oakland works with a Civil Service system. Applicants apply online, and HR staff reviews their experience, education, and training listed on the application against the “minimum qualifications” listed for each position. Candidates who demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualification requirements are then invited to participate in an assessment process (or testing) to measure their knowledge, skills, and abilities in job-related areas. Candidates who do not demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualification requirements will have an opportunity to request a final review. Candidates must request a final review within 5 business days of being notified that they did not meet the minimum qualifications. In the final review, candidates may clarify information already provided on their application. No additional work history, education, or certifications will be accepted. Any decisions made during this review process will be final. For this recruitment, all qualified applicants will be sent a writing exercise, which will then be evaluated and rated by subject matter experts. The tentative date that the writing exercise will be sent to you for completion is late October. For some recruitments, more than one type of assessment may be used. Depending on the number of candidates who pass the first assessment (multiple-choice test, structured interview, writing exercise, performance exam) you may be asked to complete a secondary assessment before the recruitment is finalized. If a secondary assessment is scheduled, you will be notified by email with specific details. If a secondary assessment is not scheduled, department hiring interviews will occur during this time frame. Candidates who pass each stage in the process will be placed on an eligible list. Some candidates may receive extra points, for example, if you are a Veteran with an honorable discharge, or if you are a current City of Oakland resident. If you’re applying to a “restricted” posting and you are eligible as a current City employee, you may also receive additional points for your City service. Extra points are only applied to passing scores, so if you do not pass every element of the testing process, you cannot use extra points to pass. The City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process and date of examination as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. The information contained in this announcement is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. What’s in it for you? 15 paid holidays Vacation: 2 weeks per year minimum with the ability to accrue more depending on public sector years of service Retirement: CalPERS (California Public Employees’ Retirement System) with a pension formula of 2.5% @ 55 (for Classic CalPERS members) and 2% @ 62 for new CalPERS members. Classic Employees contribute 8% of pre-tax wages. The City of Oakland does not participate in Social Security Health: The City of Oakland pays the full cost of employee and eligible dependent coverage at the Kaiser rate. Other plans include Anthem, Blue Shield, United Health Care, and other HMO and PPO plans Dental: Delta Dental full premium for employees and eligible dependents Vision: VSP full premium for employees and eligible dependents Sick leave: Employees accrue 12 days per year Deferred Compensation: 457(b) pre-tax plan and an after-tax ROTH 401(k)plan Other benefits include a Flexible Spending Account, Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance up to $200k & Employee Training. Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner, applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list. Disaster Service Workers All employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. How to Apply Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user of the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/oaklandca/default.cfm. If you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Our online application system is provided by GovernmentJobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact GovernmentJobs Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours at (510) 238-3112 for information; however, we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system. For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Briana Wong at BWong@oaklandca.gov. The City of Oakland is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and offers comprehensive health and wellness services along with an array of other benefits for most positions. Benefits may include*: • CalPERS Medical • Dental • Vision • Medical Waiver Plan - Cash-In-Lieu • Flexible Spending Accounts • Commuter Benefits • Group & Supplemental Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) • Pension Benefits • Deferred Compensation * Specific benefits may vary depending on the assignedspecific bargaining unit. Information regarding most benefits can be reviewed here: Employee Benefits Information Current MOUs may be reviewed here: City of Oakland Labor Agreements Closing Date/Time: 10/2/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Sep 05, 2024
Full Time
The Position The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees. Why join the City of Oakland Department of Transportation? Are you interested in being part of a big team that is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of a community? If so, we're excited to invite you to join the City of Oakland’s Department of Transportation Survey Division as City Land Surveyor. This job is both stimulating and dynamic , with work both in the office and out in the field. You'll get to help different parts of the city government, like the Department of Transportation Engineering, Traffic and Emergency Response, and Public Works Project Delivery, Sanitary Sewer, Geographic Information System (GIS) , Planning and Building, Land Development, and the City Attorney's Office. Working with us means you'll be part of a group that's focused on improving things like roads, housing, and other important parts of the city. In our Survey Division, you'll do lots of different things, like utilizing cutting-edge technologies such as GPS and Robotic Total Station to create topographic mapping, boundary resolution, plat mapping, and the creation of legal descriptions based on historical records dating back as far as 172 years. You'll also help with construction projects to make sure they're done correctly, and you'll work on surveys for things like traffic and bridges. Plus, you'll help with planning and development projects, making sure they follow the rules and regulations. Being on our team isn't just about doing the job - it's about caring for Oakland and the people who live here. You'll help keep important historical records and work closely with other city departments. By joining us, you'll be part of making Oakland better and more successful. As a surveyor, you'll be a key player in driving progress forward. Join us and become the trusted force making positive changes in our city. Trust the Surveyor! We are looking for someone who is: Experienced: You are skilled at accurately establishing or reestablishing property boundaries based on records, historical evidence, and current standards. You can seamlessly incorporate this expertise into mapping systems, blueprints, and legal documents. Knowledgeable: You have a thorough understanding of Boundary Control, legal principles, State Laws, and City Ordinances. This extends to collecting field data, using computers, and understanding complex geospatial concepts. Collaborative: You will work closely with different departments to ensure that the data you provide meets the needs of all department users reliant on the acquired data. Scholarly: You are devoted to studying the geographical context to grasp the impact of historical land surveying maps, evolving legislation such as the Subdivision Map Act, and the ramifications evident in case law. Dedicated: You are willing to put in the time and effort needed to make sure your work is accurate and reliable. Insightful: You possess a deep understanding of industry standards, state regulations, local ordinances, and a keen awareness of the perspectives of your colleagues. Purposeful: You approach your work with a clear goal, knowing that what you do has real significance and direction. What you will typically be responsible for: Collaborating with other city departments and divisions, such as City Engineering, Project Delivery, Sanitary Sewer, Planning, Building, and the City Attorney’s Office. Preparing legal documents like descriptions and maps needed for property deals, public records, and legal cases. Communicating with property owners, developers, government officials, and the public to address inquiries, provide information, and resolve disputes related to land surveying matters. Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards governing land surveying activities. Accurately establishing and verifying property lines and boundaries within the city limits. Cultivating a growth mindset by fostering a culture of continuous learning, resilience, and adaptability, and encouraging mentees to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth. Read the complete job description by clicking this ** link. ***Click on the link below to see a video on what it's like to work for the City of Oakland! Working for the City of Oakland A few reasons you might love this job: Every day brings new challenges and projects, from boundary surveys to construction staking, ensuring that the job remains engaging and dynamic. You will collaborate with civil engineers, planners, developers, and other professionals, fostering teamwork and camaraderie in achieving project goals. You will be a part of preserving the City's history, in regards to surveying, which goes back 172 years. You will play a vital role in facilitating land development, infrastructure projects, and urban planning initiatives that benefit communities and improve quality of life. A few challenges you might face in this job: You may face skepticism or mistrust from the public regarding property boundaries or survey results. You are faced with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as zoning ordinances and land use laws, which adds layers of complexity to surveying projects and requires meticulous attention to detail. You will be working with limited resources which may impact surveying equipment, training, and personnel. Competencies Required: Fact Finding: Obtaining facts and data pertaining to an issue or question Industry Monitoring: Grasping the external political, economic, competitive, and social factors affecting the industry Legal & Regulatory Navigation: Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications Displaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity Innovative Problem Solving: Identifying and analyzing problems in order to propose new and better ways of doing things Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue Writing: Communicating effectively in writing Professional Impact: Presenting self as a positive representative of the organization Delegating: Sharing responsibility, authority, and accountability Leading Cross-Functional Collaboration: Demonstrating cooperation and teamwork while working within and across divisions, functions, or teams Project Management: Ensuring that projects are on-time, on-budget, and achieve their objectives Strategic Thinking & Perspective: Evaluating immediate actions in context of achieving long range objectives Minimum Requirements for Application This recruitment will produce two eligible lists. The restricted list will be for full-time, permanent part-time, or part-time City and Port of Oakland employees who meet the minimum qualifications. The open list will be for all other applicants who meet the minimum qualifications. Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or surveying AND thirty (30) hours of course work in supervision. Experience: Four years of surveying experience of which two years must be comparable to Chief of Party in the City of Oakland. License or Certificate / Other Requirements: Possession of a State of California certificate of registration as a Professional Land Surveyor or as a Professional Civil Engineer authorized to practice land surveying (issued prior to 1982). Supplemental Information The Recruitment Process: The City of Oakland works with a Civil Service system. Applicants apply online, and HR staff reviews their experience, education, and training listed on the application against the “minimum qualifications” listed for each position. Candidates who demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualification requirements are then invited to participate in an assessment process (or testing) to measure their knowledge, skills, and abilities in job-related areas. Candidates who do not demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualification requirements will have an opportunity to request a final review. Candidates must request a final review within 5 business days of being notified that they did not meet the minimum qualifications. In the final review, candidates may clarify information already provided on their application. No additional work history, education, or certifications will be accepted. Any decisions made during this review process will be final. For this recruitment, all qualified applicants will be sent a writing exercise, which will then be evaluated and rated by subject matter experts. The tentative date that the writing exercise will be sent to you for completion is late October. For some recruitments, more than one type of assessment may be used. Depending on the number of candidates who pass the first assessment (multiple-choice test, structured interview, writing exercise, performance exam) you may be asked to complete a secondary assessment before the recruitment is finalized. If a secondary assessment is scheduled, you will be notified by email with specific details. If a secondary assessment is not scheduled, department hiring interviews will occur during this time frame. Candidates who pass each stage in the process will be placed on an eligible list. Some candidates may receive extra points, for example, if you are a Veteran with an honorable discharge, or if you are a current City of Oakland resident. If you’re applying to a “restricted” posting and you are eligible as a current City employee, you may also receive additional points for your City service. Extra points are only applied to passing scores, so if you do not pass every element of the testing process, you cannot use extra points to pass. The City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process and date of examination as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. The information contained in this announcement is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. What’s in it for you? 15 paid holidays Vacation: 2 weeks per year minimum with the ability to accrue more depending on public sector years of service Retirement: CalPERS (California Public Employees’ Retirement System) with a pension formula of 2.5% @ 55 (for Classic CalPERS members) and 2% @ 62 for new CalPERS members. Classic Employees contribute 8% of pre-tax wages. The City of Oakland does not participate in Social Security Health: The City of Oakland pays the full cost of employee and eligible dependent coverage at the Kaiser rate. Other plans include Anthem, Blue Shield, United Health Care, and other HMO and PPO plans Dental: Delta Dental full premium for employees and eligible dependents Vision: VSP full premium for employees and eligible dependents Sick leave: Employees accrue 12 days per year Deferred Compensation: 457(b) pre-tax plan and an after-tax ROTH 401(k)plan Other benefits include a Flexible Spending Account, Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance up to $200k & Employee Training. Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner, applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list. Disaster Service Workers All employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. How to Apply Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user of the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/oaklandca/default.cfm. If you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Our online application system is provided by GovernmentJobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact GovernmentJobs Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours at (510) 238-3112 for information; however, we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system. For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Briana Wong at BWong@oaklandca.gov. The City of Oakland is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and offers comprehensive health and wellness services along with an array of other benefits for most positions. Benefits may include*: • CalPERS Medical • Dental • Vision • Medical Waiver Plan - Cash-In-Lieu • Flexible Spending Accounts • Commuter Benefits • Group & Supplemental Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) • Pension Benefits • Deferred Compensation * Specific benefits may vary depending on the assignedspecific bargaining unit. Information regarding most benefits can be reviewed here: Employee Benefits Information Current MOUs may be reviewed here: City of Oakland Labor Agreements Closing Date/Time: 10/2/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
Sunnyvale, California, United States
Description INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER Project Management Office Division Regular Full-Time Employment Opportunity The final filing date is Monday, October 7, 2024, at 5:00 pm or after receiving 100 qualified and completed applications, whichever is first. The City of Sunnyvale is seeking a driven, tech-savvy, service-oriented, visionary leader to elevate and manage the Information Technology Department's Project Management Office (PMO) Division while being hands-on in driving successful execution of projects. This Division focuses on project delivery, portfolio and project management, strategic alignment, business process redesign, Request for Proposals (RFPs), requirements definition, and analysis. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of program management, implementing effective governance to improve internal efficiencies and resource management. They have a strong passion for customer service, process improvement, execution of strategic initiatives and operational enhancements. As an Information Technology Manager, you will be joining a highly service-oriented team of technical professionals and leadership team who are passionate about our customers, community, and technical solutions. Benefits: City contributes 4% of the 7% employee contribution to California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) for classic members City contributes 2% of an employee's gross pay to a deferred compensation plan City provides fully employer-paid medical, dental, and vision benefits. California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) Pension 11 paid Holidays, plus 30 hours* of Floating Holidays and 60 hours* of Management Leave (*Prorated based on date of hire) Paid Time Off (PTO) accruals Retiree medical benefit The City does not participate in Social Security Potential hybrid schedule after probationary period Onsite gym The ideal candidate will have: Experience implementing or establishing a Project Management Office (PMO) or set of project management standards across an organization. Experience with PMI-based Project Management, Portfolio Management and Program Management Methodologies; PMP, PgMP and/or PfMP certified a plus. The ability to build consensus and help other departments uphold the standards and priorities of the PMO. Work experience with implementing major, complex systems or business process changes. Work experience coaching and mentoring staff and establishing staff performance goals and improvement plans. Work with various levels of customers to provide guidance on defining requirements and establishing project scope. Experience utilizing Project Portfolio Management (PPM) tools to provide oversight and management of all IT projects across an organization. Knowledge and experience with change management and how to help clients and support teams transition from projects to operations. Knowledge of LEAN Business Process Re-Engineering, Kaizen or SixSigma principles Experience with establishing performance-based metrics and KPIs. DEFINITION: Under administrative direction of the Chief Information Officer (CIO) / Director of Information Technology, plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates the activities of a major operational division or function of the Information Technology (IT) Department, and performs related work as required. Currently, three such divisions exist: The Applications and Analytics Division delivers secure and reliable IT applications and reporting tools. These include on premise, hosted (vendor and/or cloud), and software as a service (SaaS) solutions. The Infrastructure Division provides the City with a stable IT infrastructure (radio, telephone, server and storage) and connectivity support. This includes oversight over the department's field technicians, centrally managed service desk, client support services, IT security, and the City's Co-Location facility (i.e., data center) and disaster recovery site. The Project Management Office (PMO) manages a portfolio of Citywide and department-specific IT projects. The PMO uses Project Management Institute (PMI) best practices, assesses needs, conducts research, establishes standards, and develops project timelines with cost estimates. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Positions in this classification are responsible for developing, administering and evaluating the operations of a major division of the Information Technology Department, such as applications development, business systems support, business intelligence/report writing; or infrastructure support, IT security; or portfolio / project management; and customer service. Incumbents are expected to independently perform specialized analysis and research on new and current program functional activities. This classification exercises direct supervision over professional, and technical support staff. The Information Technology Manager is responsible for assisting the CIO / Director of Information Technology in the management of the Information Technology Department, carrying out the mission of the department and implementing the IT Strategic Plan. Essential Job Functions ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (May include but are not limited to the following): Manages one or more of the functions of the Information Technology Department, including, application development, configuration and maintenance; application and database upgrades; database administration; systems maintenance and troubleshooting; systems security administration; report generation; maintenance of specialized software; network administration (data/voice); server and storage administration; centralized information technology and computer support; consolidated communication operations; IT security management; cybersecurity protection and awareness; wireless communication operations; service desk operations; development of project management protocols, project management, assistance and oversight, portfolio management and reporting; customer training, knowledgebase, and general IT support. Evaluates divisional work programs and activities: formulates and recommends improvements; works with other divisions to coordinate workflow and business processes; develops and adapts work methods and procedures to meet divisional and department needs. Serves as a resource to City staff regarding informational technology policies, procedures and practices; consults with department directors and managers on business intelligence and information technology needs, capabilities and problems; conducts research and analysis of complex technical issues; makes recommendations to increase operational efficiencies. Participates in assessment of hardware and software needs and acquisition; participates in design review of complex or critical applications, new development or modifications; evaluates major products for efficiency and effectiveness; directs analysis of applications software for overall functional capability, operational efficiency and maintainability; and, recommends software replacement or major revisions. Develops and prepares reports and correspondence for technical and departmental staff, and Elected Officials. Assists with department budget preparation, analysis and administration; oversees and monitors the yearly division budget and expenditures; approves invoices and purchases. Participates in the development, implementation and maintenance of division goals, objectives, policies and procedures; assists in the evaluation, development and implementation of department or City-wide goals, objectives, strategic direction, policies and procedures; analyzes and recommends strategies to improve the effectiveness of the organization. Plans, assigns, coordinates, directs and evaluates the work of assigned division staff; reassigns staff as necessary to address critical problems and resolve issues. Maintains expertise in City standard hardware and software products, and awareness of current advances in technology as they relate to City needs, goals and objectives. Represents the Information Technology Department in interdepartmental, interagency and public meetings; participates in IT Governance; serves on committees and task forces, as assigned; establishes and maintains a customer service orientation. Actively participates in and continuously focuses on the reassessment and improvement of current City business and information technology needs and processes. Directs technology projects using industry best practices and Project Management principles, assists other departments in technology implementation projects; manages portfolios of projects and provides portfolio / program updates Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors Adhere to change management standards and operations Successfully manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders Manages performance measures and key performance indicators (KPIs) applicable to their division and supports the IT Strategic Plan. May act as the Chief Information Officer / Director of Information Technology in his/her absence, as assigned. If assigned to the Project Management Office, may perform any combination of the following: Manage the portfolio(s) of IT projects across the City Design and implement IT project management protocols for the City Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility Ensure resource availability, capacity planning, and allocation Develop detailed project plans to monitor and track progress Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques Perform risk management to minimize project risks Coordinate and manage change management activities and project-to-support transition Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation WORKING CONDITIONS Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading written reports and work related documents. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal customer service. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 25 pounds also is required. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following ways: A Bachelor's degree or four years of full-time post-secondary education from an accredited college or university with concentration in computer science, information technology, computer engineering, engineering, informatics, web science, business information systems or related field AND five years of technical or professional level experience in a private or public sector position which includes three years of supervisory experience of a technical team; OR An Associate's degree or have completed 60 semester or 90 quarter units at an accredited college or university in business information systems, computer science, information technology, software information systems or related field AND ten years of technical or professional level experience in a private or public sector position which includes three years of supervisory experience of a technical team; OR A Technology Certificate from an accredited college or trade school in information technology, computer and information research science, computer engineering, computer applications, web technologies, computer information systems, application development, database design, programming, network architecture, network and computer systems administration, telecommunications administrations, electronic engineering technology, technology project management or related field AND ten years of technical or professional level experience in a private or public sector position which includes three years of supervisory experience of a technical team; OR At least ONE of Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP), Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM); AND TWO of Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA), Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), Certification in Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA), Oracle Certified Professional (OCP), NetApp Certified Implementation Engineer (NCIE), Palo Alto Networks (PAN) Accredited Configuration Engineer (ACE), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certificate, VMWare Certified Professional (VCP), Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA), Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert; Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365+ Power Platform Solution Architect Expert, Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365: Finance and Operations Apps Solution Architect Expert, Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM), Risk Management Professional (PMI- RMP), Project Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP), SQL Certification or Certified Business Analyst Professional (CBAP) certificate, CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker, AND ten years of technical or professional level experience in a private or public sector position which includes three years of supervisory experience of a technical team; NOTE: A Master's of Science degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field may be substituted for one year of experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Working knowledge of: Principles and practices of current information technology, development/configuration and administration including the Information Technology Infrastructure Library. Principles of Information Technology security including requirements for law enforcement, HIPAA, and PCI compliance for payment card related systems. Principles and practices of current business systems and administration. Principles, practices and techniques of program and systems analysis, planning, development, administration, and evaluation. Principles, practices and techniques of leadership and supervision, mentoring/coaching, training, and staff development. Principles, practices and techniques of customer support management. Portfolio management, project planning, and management techniques. Change management principles and practices. Management principles and practices, including program budgeting and management, oversight and monitoring. Research methods and statistical analysis. Methods and techniques of record keeping, report preparation and business writing. Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations related to area(s) of assignment. Advanced working knowledge of the job functions related to the assigned division. Ability to: Coordinate and effectively manage all aspects of a multifunctional division. Exercise initiative, ingenuity and sound judgment in solving difficult administrative, technical and personnel problems. Understand and interpret concepts, goals, principles and practices of business information systems. Research and analyze complex information technology issues, develop and implement appropriate responses. Advise City departments and divisions regarding appropriate and effective information technology solutions. Learn more complex principles, practices, techniques and regulations pertaining to assigned duties. Develop and implement revisions to standard operating procedures to improve effectiveness and/or to comply with policy changes, as appropriate. Read, interpret, analyze and record data accurately. Prepare clear and concise administrative and technical reports for City staff and Elected Officials. Explain and implement applicable policies, codes and regulations related to area of assignment. Plan, coordinate, schedule, direct and evaluate the work of divisional and assigned staff. Manage contracts and third party / vendor relationships. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, including communicating technical information in non-technical terms. Ensure that the City's philosophy of customer service is understood and carried out in all forms of communication. Simplify complex computer systems and business processes to create efficient services for employees of the city and the public. Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner. Perform related duties, as required. Advanced ability to perform and manage job functions related to the assigned division. License/Certificate Possession and continued maintenance of a valid Class C California driver's license and a safe driving record, or the ability to provide alternate transportation which is approved by the appointing authority. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Work experience in the private and public sector. Work experience in the development and administration of enterprise architectures. Work experience with the support of Cloud-based and vendor-hosted software applications and integration of those systems. Knowledge of municipal computer applications including Land Management/Permitting systems, Public Safety systems, Computerized Maintenance Management systems. Knowledge of major IT systems such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Work Order systems and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Work experience in IT security, data storage, networking, data center management and public library systems and infrastructure. Master's in Public Administration (MPA). Project Management Institute Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) certification. Application and Selection Process APPLICATION PROCESS If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources no later than 5:00 pm on Monday, October 7, 2024, or after receiving 100 qualified and completed applications, whichever is first. Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position; resumes are not accepted in lieu of an application. Electronic applications may be submitted online through the City's employment page at Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. EXAM PROCESS Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the oral examination process scheduled for Wednesday, October 16 and/or Thursday, October 17, 2024 . (Note: The examination process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Director of Human Resources.) SELECTION PROCESS Those candidates that receive a passing score on the examination will be placed on an eligibility list for up to one year, in accordance with the City's Civil Service Rules and Administrative Policies. Top candidates on the eligibility list will be invited to participate in a selection interview with the department tentatively scheduled for Friday, October 25, 2024. Any candidate that is selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check, as well as a medical exam(s) administered by a City-selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing. INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION Please note: Any successful candidate, selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of education (i.e. copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts). ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Positions in this job classification are represented by the Sunnyvale Managers Association (SMA) . For assistance on how to fill out your job application, watch the following video: How to Apply for a City of Sunnyvale Job - YouTube (5:13) The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The City of Sunnyvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Sunnyvale not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion (including religious dress or grooming practice), color, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding), gender identity and/or gender expression, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, family relationship, age, cancer or HIV/AIDS related medical condition, genetic characteristics and/or genetic information, and physical or mental disability. Applicants needing special accommodations for testing should submit a request to the Department of Human Resources at time of application. Summary of Management SMA Benefits Notice of CFRA (California Family Rights Act) Rights and Obligations Closing Date/Time: 10/7/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Sep 14, 2024
Full Time
Description INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER Project Management Office Division Regular Full-Time Employment Opportunity The final filing date is Monday, October 7, 2024, at 5:00 pm or after receiving 100 qualified and completed applications, whichever is first. The City of Sunnyvale is seeking a driven, tech-savvy, service-oriented, visionary leader to elevate and manage the Information Technology Department's Project Management Office (PMO) Division while being hands-on in driving successful execution of projects. This Division focuses on project delivery, portfolio and project management, strategic alignment, business process redesign, Request for Proposals (RFPs), requirements definition, and analysis. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of program management, implementing effective governance to improve internal efficiencies and resource management. They have a strong passion for customer service, process improvement, execution of strategic initiatives and operational enhancements. As an Information Technology Manager, you will be joining a highly service-oriented team of technical professionals and leadership team who are passionate about our customers, community, and technical solutions. Benefits: City contributes 4% of the 7% employee contribution to California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) for classic members City contributes 2% of an employee's gross pay to a deferred compensation plan City provides fully employer-paid medical, dental, and vision benefits. California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) Pension 11 paid Holidays, plus 30 hours* of Floating Holidays and 60 hours* of Management Leave (*Prorated based on date of hire) Paid Time Off (PTO) accruals Retiree medical benefit The City does not participate in Social Security Potential hybrid schedule after probationary period Onsite gym The ideal candidate will have: Experience implementing or establishing a Project Management Office (PMO) or set of project management standards across an organization. Experience with PMI-based Project Management, Portfolio Management and Program Management Methodologies; PMP, PgMP and/or PfMP certified a plus. The ability to build consensus and help other departments uphold the standards and priorities of the PMO. Work experience with implementing major, complex systems or business process changes. Work experience coaching and mentoring staff and establishing staff performance goals and improvement plans. Work with various levels of customers to provide guidance on defining requirements and establishing project scope. Experience utilizing Project Portfolio Management (PPM) tools to provide oversight and management of all IT projects across an organization. Knowledge and experience with change management and how to help clients and support teams transition from projects to operations. Knowledge of LEAN Business Process Re-Engineering, Kaizen or SixSigma principles Experience with establishing performance-based metrics and KPIs. DEFINITION: Under administrative direction of the Chief Information Officer (CIO) / Director of Information Technology, plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates the activities of a major operational division or function of the Information Technology (IT) Department, and performs related work as required. Currently, three such divisions exist: The Applications and Analytics Division delivers secure and reliable IT applications and reporting tools. These include on premise, hosted (vendor and/or cloud), and software as a service (SaaS) solutions. The Infrastructure Division provides the City with a stable IT infrastructure (radio, telephone, server and storage) and connectivity support. This includes oversight over the department's field technicians, centrally managed service desk, client support services, IT security, and the City's Co-Location facility (i.e., data center) and disaster recovery site. The Project Management Office (PMO) manages a portfolio of Citywide and department-specific IT projects. The PMO uses Project Management Institute (PMI) best practices, assesses needs, conducts research, establishes standards, and develops project timelines with cost estimates. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Positions in this classification are responsible for developing, administering and evaluating the operations of a major division of the Information Technology Department, such as applications development, business systems support, business intelligence/report writing; or infrastructure support, IT security; or portfolio / project management; and customer service. Incumbents are expected to independently perform specialized analysis and research on new and current program functional activities. This classification exercises direct supervision over professional, and technical support staff. The Information Technology Manager is responsible for assisting the CIO / Director of Information Technology in the management of the Information Technology Department, carrying out the mission of the department and implementing the IT Strategic Plan. Essential Job Functions ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (May include but are not limited to the following): Manages one or more of the functions of the Information Technology Department, including, application development, configuration and maintenance; application and database upgrades; database administration; systems maintenance and troubleshooting; systems security administration; report generation; maintenance of specialized software; network administration (data/voice); server and storage administration; centralized information technology and computer support; consolidated communication operations; IT security management; cybersecurity protection and awareness; wireless communication operations; service desk operations; development of project management protocols, project management, assistance and oversight, portfolio management and reporting; customer training, knowledgebase, and general IT support. Evaluates divisional work programs and activities: formulates and recommends improvements; works with other divisions to coordinate workflow and business processes; develops and adapts work methods and procedures to meet divisional and department needs. Serves as a resource to City staff regarding informational technology policies, procedures and practices; consults with department directors and managers on business intelligence and information technology needs, capabilities and problems; conducts research and analysis of complex technical issues; makes recommendations to increase operational efficiencies. Participates in assessment of hardware and software needs and acquisition; participates in design review of complex or critical applications, new development or modifications; evaluates major products for efficiency and effectiveness; directs analysis of applications software for overall functional capability, operational efficiency and maintainability; and, recommends software replacement or major revisions. Develops and prepares reports and correspondence for technical and departmental staff, and Elected Officials. Assists with department budget preparation, analysis and administration; oversees and monitors the yearly division budget and expenditures; approves invoices and purchases. Participates in the development, implementation and maintenance of division goals, objectives, policies and procedures; assists in the evaluation, development and implementation of department or City-wide goals, objectives, strategic direction, policies and procedures; analyzes and recommends strategies to improve the effectiveness of the organization. Plans, assigns, coordinates, directs and evaluates the work of assigned division staff; reassigns staff as necessary to address critical problems and resolve issues. Maintains expertise in City standard hardware and software products, and awareness of current advances in technology as they relate to City needs, goals and objectives. Represents the Information Technology Department in interdepartmental, interagency and public meetings; participates in IT Governance; serves on committees and task forces, as assigned; establishes and maintains a customer service orientation. Actively participates in and continuously focuses on the reassessment and improvement of current City business and information technology needs and processes. Directs technology projects using industry best practices and Project Management principles, assists other departments in technology implementation projects; manages portfolios of projects and provides portfolio / program updates Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors Adhere to change management standards and operations Successfully manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders Manages performance measures and key performance indicators (KPIs) applicable to their division and supports the IT Strategic Plan. May act as the Chief Information Officer / Director of Information Technology in his/her absence, as assigned. If assigned to the Project Management Office, may perform any combination of the following: Manage the portfolio(s) of IT projects across the City Design and implement IT project management protocols for the City Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility Ensure resource availability, capacity planning, and allocation Develop detailed project plans to monitor and track progress Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques Perform risk management to minimize project risks Coordinate and manage change management activities and project-to-support transition Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation WORKING CONDITIONS Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading written reports and work related documents. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal customer service. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 25 pounds also is required. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following ways: A Bachelor's degree or four years of full-time post-secondary education from an accredited college or university with concentration in computer science, information technology, computer engineering, engineering, informatics, web science, business information systems or related field AND five years of technical or professional level experience in a private or public sector position which includes three years of supervisory experience of a technical team; OR An Associate's degree or have completed 60 semester or 90 quarter units at an accredited college or university in business information systems, computer science, information technology, software information systems or related field AND ten years of technical or professional level experience in a private or public sector position which includes three years of supervisory experience of a technical team; OR A Technology Certificate from an accredited college or trade school in information technology, computer and information research science, computer engineering, computer applications, web technologies, computer information systems, application development, database design, programming, network architecture, network and computer systems administration, telecommunications administrations, electronic engineering technology, technology project management or related field AND ten years of technical or professional level experience in a private or public sector position which includes three years of supervisory experience of a technical team; OR At least ONE of Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP), Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM); AND TWO of Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA), Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), Certification in Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA), Oracle Certified Professional (OCP), NetApp Certified Implementation Engineer (NCIE), Palo Alto Networks (PAN) Accredited Configuration Engineer (ACE), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certificate, VMWare Certified Professional (VCP), Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA), Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert; Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365+ Power Platform Solution Architect Expert, Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365: Finance and Operations Apps Solution Architect Expert, Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM), Risk Management Professional (PMI- RMP), Project Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP), SQL Certification or Certified Business Analyst Professional (CBAP) certificate, CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker, AND ten years of technical or professional level experience in a private or public sector position which includes three years of supervisory experience of a technical team; NOTE: A Master's of Science degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field may be substituted for one year of experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Working knowledge of: Principles and practices of current information technology, development/configuration and administration including the Information Technology Infrastructure Library. Principles of Information Technology security including requirements for law enforcement, HIPAA, and PCI compliance for payment card related systems. Principles and practices of current business systems and administration. Principles, practices and techniques of program and systems analysis, planning, development, administration, and evaluation. Principles, practices and techniques of leadership and supervision, mentoring/coaching, training, and staff development. Principles, practices and techniques of customer support management. Portfolio management, project planning, and management techniques. Change management principles and practices. Management principles and practices, including program budgeting and management, oversight and monitoring. Research methods and statistical analysis. Methods and techniques of record keeping, report preparation and business writing. Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations related to area(s) of assignment. Advanced working knowledge of the job functions related to the assigned division. Ability to: Coordinate and effectively manage all aspects of a multifunctional division. Exercise initiative, ingenuity and sound judgment in solving difficult administrative, technical and personnel problems. Understand and interpret concepts, goals, principles and practices of business information systems. Research and analyze complex information technology issues, develop and implement appropriate responses. Advise City departments and divisions regarding appropriate and effective information technology solutions. Learn more complex principles, practices, techniques and regulations pertaining to assigned duties. Develop and implement revisions to standard operating procedures to improve effectiveness and/or to comply with policy changes, as appropriate. Read, interpret, analyze and record data accurately. Prepare clear and concise administrative and technical reports for City staff and Elected Officials. Explain and implement applicable policies, codes and regulations related to area of assignment. Plan, coordinate, schedule, direct and evaluate the work of divisional and assigned staff. Manage contracts and third party / vendor relationships. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, including communicating technical information in non-technical terms. Ensure that the City's philosophy of customer service is understood and carried out in all forms of communication. Simplify complex computer systems and business processes to create efficient services for employees of the city and the public. Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner. Perform related duties, as required. Advanced ability to perform and manage job functions related to the assigned division. License/Certificate Possession and continued maintenance of a valid Class C California driver's license and a safe driving record, or the ability to provide alternate transportation which is approved by the appointing authority. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Work experience in the private and public sector. Work experience in the development and administration of enterprise architectures. Work experience with the support of Cloud-based and vendor-hosted software applications and integration of those systems. Knowledge of municipal computer applications including Land Management/Permitting systems, Public Safety systems, Computerized Maintenance Management systems. Knowledge of major IT systems such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Work Order systems and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Work experience in IT security, data storage, networking, data center management and public library systems and infrastructure. Master's in Public Administration (MPA). Project Management Institute Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) certification. Application and Selection Process APPLICATION PROCESS If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources no later than 5:00 pm on Monday, October 7, 2024, or after receiving 100 qualified and completed applications, whichever is first. Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position; resumes are not accepted in lieu of an application. Electronic applications may be submitted online through the City's employment page at Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. EXAM PROCESS Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the oral examination process scheduled for Wednesday, October 16 and/or Thursday, October 17, 2024 . (Note: The examination process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Director of Human Resources.) SELECTION PROCESS Those candidates that receive a passing score on the examination will be placed on an eligibility list for up to one year, in accordance with the City's Civil Service Rules and Administrative Policies. Top candidates on the eligibility list will be invited to participate in a selection interview with the department tentatively scheduled for Friday, October 25, 2024. Any candidate that is selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check, as well as a medical exam(s) administered by a City-selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing. INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION Please note: Any successful candidate, selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of education (i.e. copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts). ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Positions in this job classification are represented by the Sunnyvale Managers Association (SMA) . For assistance on how to fill out your job application, watch the following video: How to Apply for a City of Sunnyvale Job - YouTube (5:13) The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The City of Sunnyvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Sunnyvale not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion (including religious dress or grooming practice), color, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding), gender identity and/or gender expression, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, family relationship, age, cancer or HIV/AIDS related medical condition, genetic characteristics and/or genetic information, and physical or mental disability. Applicants needing special accommodations for testing should submit a request to the Department of Human Resources at time of application. Summary of Management SMA Benefits Notice of CFRA (California Family Rights Act) Rights and Obligations Closing Date/Time: 10/7/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION The primary purpose of the position is to support the annual State of Good Repair (SGR) program at Metrolink, which includes the preliminary project planning phases, through design and construction of funded projects. This may also include the support of grants funded outside of the annual budget process or support new capital projects where a major component of the project incorporates SGR improvements. The SGR Program at Metrolink represents some of the highest priority and safety critical projects in the agency. TO APPLY: This is a continuous recruitment. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This job description is not part of a job series. SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED Receives general oversight from director or executive level roles. Responsible for supervising and monitoring performance for a group of employees. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Provide oversight for SCRRA's inspections, condition ratings, state of good repair, asset management system rehabilitation programming, under the direction of the Director, State of Good Repair. Serve as the project manager and subject matter expert for major State of Good Repair projects, and other major projects, as assigned. Act as Metrolink’s FRA 237 Bridge Engineer, which includes, but not limited to, provide oversight of the QC/QA program for structures in conjunction with the bridge, culvert, and tunnel inspection program; report findings to Bridge Management Program stakeholders; provide oversight and coordination for the auditing of bridge inspection reports, as required. Review and approve load rating reports provided by designated Railroad Bridge Engineers. Participate in the review and coordination of Railroad High - Wide Heavy Load movements. Manage SCRRA's Project Management (PM), Construction Management (CM) consultant contracts, job order contracts, construction contracts, or other necessary contracts for assigned projects. Oversee the delivery of SCRRA state of good repair projects. Coordinate SGR project design with the Principal Engineer of Design and Construction. Ensure internal and external projects are managed according to requirements and expectations for scope, schedule, budget, functional quality, and safety and meet stakeholder expectations. Proactively manage scope, budget, schedule, functional quality, internal and external impacts and assure projects are designed and constructed safely with no or minimal impacts to railroad operations. Perform and/or review engineering work, highly specialized design, research, and analysis. Provide support and guidance for the establishment of asset management tools and reports: the Trapeze EAM system, RAMS Database, the Metrolink Rehabilitation Plan, and other condition measuring tools or programs. Assist the Director, State of Good Repair, in the establishment of the annual capital budgets, including inputting project details, verifying field data, and preparing reports or presentations on the annual program. This includes, but not limited to, determining the scope of work, estimating engineering cost, estimating labor and materials, providing information to the project engineer to assist in determining whether project design or construction can be done in-house or contracted through public bidding. Manage consultant contracts, contract task orders, schedule, cost, and scope. Provide oversight for the work of consultants and contractors. Coordinate with internal departments, provide technical review of the design work, manage task orders, and monitor schedules for design, and compile and review project cost estimates. Evaluate progress of project(s) to determine if time schedules will be met and submit reports to the executives. Direct small or short deadline project designs related to the SGR program. Represent the Authority at public and joint department meetings; make presentations to groups including the Board of Directors. Provide coordination and support for SCRRA maintenance department and participate in prioritization meetings to effectively spend SGR funding in the proper locations. Plan, manage and direct the work of staff and consultants; effectively supervising, coaching, and training. Perform other related duties as assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a closely related field. A minimum of 8 years of total experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 6 years of experience with a Master’s degree, which includes the following: A minimum three (3) years' design or construction experience with a Commuter/Passenger or Class 1 Freight Railroad or as a consultant or contractor working on long term assignments involving Commuter/Passenger or Class 1 Freight Railroad Projects. A minimum six (6) years of relevant and progressively increasing experience in the area of construction, or engineering. Experience must include at least two (2) years of contract management of engineering or construction projects and two years of experience managing the work of staff or consultants. A minimum five (5) years of experience in managing railroad or transit construction projects including three years of experience managing railroad projects on dense traffic "active" railroad corridors. Years of experience can be counted concurrently. A combination of training, education and or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered when determining minimum qualifications. Advanced relevant coursework may also substitute for a portion of required experience.California Professional Engineers License (Civil), or ability to obtain the license within 12 months is required. Must pass tests for Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) and Railroad General Code of Operating Rules (GCQR) within one year of employment.Valid Class “C” California driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record of no more than 3 moving violations and no DUI’s within the last 3 years. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of : FRA’s Bridge Management Program requirements (preferred). Public sector and SCRRA. Principles and practices of civil engineering including design, construction, and maintenance requirements in an active railroad environment. Modern techniques, methods, procedures, and practices of project management & construction management. Methods and techniques of conducting engineering inspections and condition assessments for Railroad Infrastructure. Methods and techniques of engineering plan review and approval. Principles of supervision. Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations. Skilled in : Excellent, communication, interpersonal, decision making and problem-solving skills. Use of MS office. Ability to : Work independently, manage multiple concurrent engineering tasks or projects both in the office and in the field effectively and critically analyze information are essential to success. Foster a teamwork environment. Work nights and/or weekends, as necessary, for railroad construction projects. Supervise, direct, and coordinate the work of professional engineering staff. Perform complex civil engineering duties including design work and the preparation of specifications and drawings. Read and interpret various engineering designs, plans, and specifications. Ensure project conformance with Metrolink Engineering Standards. Resolve construction disputes between consultants, contractors, and the public. Negotiate, prepare, and manage contracts. Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Supervise, plan, review and evaluate Metrolink projects, and prioritize projects for funding. Prepare written technical reports, estimates and construction and cost records. Read for comprehension and to present clear and concise reports, verbally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with public officials, employees, consultants, contractors, and the public. Analyze complex and diverse issues and prioritize multiple tasks and competing demands to optimize use of available resources. Represent SCRRA and make presentations to the Board of Directors, executives and to the public. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Transition between a stationary position at a desk or work location and move about Metrolink facilities or other work site locations. Operate tools to perform the duties of the position, such as computers, office equipment and work-related machinery. Transport equipment or boxes up to 25lbs. Exchange ideas by means of communication. Visual acuity to detect, identify and observe employees or train movement and any barriers to movement when working on or near railroad tracks. Hear and perceive the nature of sounds when working on or near railroad tracks. Balance, ascend/descend, climb, kneel, stoop, bend, crouch, or crawl within assigned working conditions and or locations. WORKING CONDITIONS Position requires work in a normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, or temperature. Work may also be conducted in outdoor environments, at construction sites, Railroad Track and Right-of-Way environments, and warehouse environments, with possible exposure to moving mechanical parts, and loud noises (85+ decibels, such as heavy trucks, construction, etc.). SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Selection Process: Following a review of applications and resumes, the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Eligible applicants will be notified of the exact time and place of assessments and interview. Candidates will be interviewed to determine their relative knowledge, skills and ability in job related areas. Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a reference check(s), including degree verification and criminal records check provided through SCRRA. Internal Candidates: Employees with active discipline as defined in the HR Policy No. 5.3 Positive Discipline Program and/or with performance that does not meet the standard for "meets expectations" as defined in the Performance Planning and Appraisal Process may be precluded from consideration and placement in the position. Southern California Regional Rail Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Authority will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The SCRRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/ADA MEDICAL: SCRRA offers a choice of twelve (12) health plan options provided through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). You may choose from up to ten (10) Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans and two (2) Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans. Some health plans are only available in certain counties and/or zip codes. You contribute 12.5 percent of the plan premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents. You may waive coverage if you are covered under another group health plan; you must provide proof. Once you waive coverage, you will only be allowed to enroll during Open Enrollment or within 60 days from the date on which your other coverage is no longer available (proof is required). If you elect to waive coverage, you will receive $300.00 per month taxable earnings, paid in two installments of $150 each on the first two paychecks of the month. A retiree or an employee who is a spouse, child, or any other eligible dependent of another SCRRA employee is not eligible for the opt out/cash in lieu credit if he/she is covered under a SCRRA health plan. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. DENTAL: SCRRA offers two dental options provided by Delta Dental. Under the DeltaCare (HMO) program, you must select a contract dentist within their network to perform your dental services. If you require treatment from a specialist, your contract dentist will handle the referral. Many services are covered at no cost to you. A co-payment applies for other services. The Delta Dental PPO plan allows you to visit a dentist of your choice, change dentists at any time, go to a dental specialist of your choice, receive dental care anywhere in the world, and save on out-of-pocket expenses when you visit a PPO network dental office. SCRRA pays the full premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents under both plans. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. VISION: SCRRA offers two (2) vision plans through Vision Service Plan (VSP), providing coverage for eye examinations, prescription eyewear and contact lenses through network providers. You have the option of seeing out-of-network providers, but full reimbursement is not guaranteed. VSP has contracted with many laser surgery facilities and doctors, offering you a discount on PRK and LASIK surgeries. If you enroll in the VSP Basic Plan, SCRRA pays the full premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents. If you enroll in the VSP Buy-up Plan, which offers enhanced vision benefits, you pay the difference between the cost of the Basic Plan and the Buy-up Plan. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) allow for the deferral of pre-tax dollars to be used for reimbursement of eligible medical and dependent care expenses. You can set aside up to $3,050 for health care expenses and $5,000 per family for dependent care expenses annually. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or a qualifying event. GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE: SCRRA provides for an amount equal to one (1) time your annual salary, rounded to the nearest $1,000, to a maximum of $200,000. Your life insurance benefit will reduce to 65% at age 65 and 55% at age 70. IRS regulations require that the portion of Group Term Life (“G.T.L.”) insurance benefits provided to you by SCRRA, which exceeds $50,000, be added to your Federal, State, and Medicare taxable earnings for W-2 reporting. This amount is reflected on your pay statements each pay period in the “Other Benefits and Information” section. In addition, SCRRA offers a voluntary plan, which may be purchased in increments of $10,000 to a maximum of $100,000 without evidence of insurability (initial enrollment period only) and up to 5 times your salary to a maximum of $500,000 with evidence of insurability. Dependent life options are also available. The voluntary plan is portable; you may retain it if you leave SCRRA and pay the premium. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT: SCRRA provides for an amount equal to one (1) time your annual salary, rounded to the nearest $1,000, up to a maximum of $200,000. Your AD&D insurance benefit will reduce to 65% at age 65 and 55% at age 70. In addition, SCRRA offers a voluntary plan, which may be purchased in increments of $10,000, subject to a maximum of the lesser of 5 times your annual salary or $500,000. Dependent AD&D options are also available. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. SHORT TERM DISABILITY: You are covered under the California State Disability Insurance (SDI) Program. Your maximum benefit amount is 52 times your weekly benefit amount or the total wages subject to SDI tax paid in your base period, whichever is less. Employees pay a mandatory contribution, through payroll deductions, for coverage under the SDI program. The contribution rate for 2023 is 0.9 percent of earnings. The SDI taxable wage limit is $153,164, with a maximum withholding of $1,378.48 per employee for calendar year 2023. LONG TERM DISABILITY : SCRRA provides for income replacement of 60 percent of monthly earnings subject to a maximum benefit of $7,500 per month up to age 65. To qualify, you must be on disability for 90 days. (Note: there is a pre-existing condition clause in this program.) Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. VOLUNTARY BENEFITS: SCRRA offers the following employee-paid voluntary benefits, provided by Aflac: Group Accident Insurance helps pay for out-of-pocket costs that arise from covered accidents, such as fractures, dislocations, and lacerations. Group Critical Illness Insurance helps pay for the expected and unexpected expenses that arise from diagnosis of a covered critical illness, such as cancer (internal or invasive), heart attack, stroke, end-stage renal failure or a major organ transplant. Group Hospital Indemnity Insurance helps pay for the out-of-pocket costs associated with a hospital stay, including benefits for hospital confinement, hospital admission, hospital intensive care and intermediate intensive care step-down unit. Group Short-Term Disability Insurance pays a monthly benefit directly to an employee who is off work due to an injury or illness for up to three (3) months after a seven (7) day waiting period. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. 9/80 ALTERNATIVE WORK SCHEDULE: SCRRA offers a 9/80 Alternative Work Schedule (AWS). During a 10-day work period, you work eight 9-hour days, one 8-hour day and have one day off. Your day off can be Monday, Wednesday, or Friday. Approval from your supervisor, chief and HR is required to participate in the 9/80 AWS program. TELECOMMUTING SCHEDULE: SCRRA offers employees the option to telecommute up to two (2) days per week. At the CEO’s discretion, the maximum number of days per week may be increased due to a natural disaster, pandemic, civil unrest, federal/state/local stay-at-home order, or other special circumstances. Approval from your supervisor, chief and HR is required to participate in the telecommuting program. Employees on a 9/80 schedule cannot telecommute. HOLIDAYS: SCRRA observes twelve (12) holidays a year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President’s Day, Cesar Chavez Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. PAID TIME OFF (PTO): SCRRA provides employees with Paid Time Off (PTO) for vacations, illnesses, injuries, medical/dental appointments, religious holidays, personal business, and emergencies as follows: 0-4 years of service - 25 days 5-6 years of service - 30 days 7th year of service - 32 days 8th year of service - 33 days 9th year of service - 34 days 10-14 years of service - 35 days 15-19 years of service - 38 days 20 or more years - 42 days At the CEO’s discretion, prior service at a public transportation or public agency, or rail transportation company may be counted towards an employee’s total service years to increase the employee’s PTO accrual rate. To be considered, Human Resources requires that a written request along with verification and confirmation of the years of service be provided prior to the start of employment with SCRRA. Human Resources will provide the final determination on behalf of the CEO. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP): SCRRA offers you and your immediate and dependent family members confidential counseling 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for family, personal, work-related and substance abuse issues through the EAP. You are entitled to a telephone session(s) with a trained EAP professional to assess the nature of the problem and provide a referral for additional assistance, if needed. Services also include three (3) face-to-face counseling sessions per family member per six (6) month period. HEALTH ADVOCACY SERVICES: SCRRA offers you and your eligible dependents free health advocacy services through Health Advocate. You are entitled to unlimited calls with trained professionals who can help you navigate the healthcare and insurance systems. RETIREMENT PLAN: The SCRRA contracts with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). You pay a 8.00 percent employee contribution and SCRRA pays an employer contribution, which varies each year. To be eligible for service retirement, you must be at least age 52 and have a minimum of five (5) years of CalPERS-credited service. Upon retirement you are entitled to a monthly retirement benefit based on your years of credited service, age, and average compensation during your last three (3) years of service (“final compensation”). The retirement formula for New Members is 2%@62, which means at age 62, you receive 2 percent of your final compensation for every year of service. Upon separation from employment with less than 5 years of credited service, you may request a refund of your employee contributions only, including interest, and end your membership with CalPERS, or leave it in your account and retain your service credit should you decide to work for another CalPERS-covered agency. If you are vested upon separation but do not retire, you may leave your contributions in your account until retirement or elect a refund. SOCIAL SECURITY: You do not participate in Social Security except for Medicare. You will contribute 1.45 percent of your pay to cover the hospital insurance portion of Medicare. *Additional Medicare Hospital Insurance Tax: As of January 1, 2013, employees are required to pay an additional 0.9 percent Medicare tax on earnings above $200,000 (for those who file an individual return) or $250,000 (for those who file a joint return). This additional hospital insurance tax is not reflected in the rate above. RETIREE MEDICAL: Unrepresented employees hired before 11/1/18*: You will be eligible for medical coverage when you retire if your separation date and retirement date are within 120 days of each other. SCRRA pays the same amount for retirees as it does for active employees, which is currently 87.5 percent of the applicable premium. Unrepresented employees hired on or after 11/1/18: You will be eligible for medical coverage when you retire if your separation date and retirement date are within 120 days of each other and you have a minimum of 10 years of credited CalPERS service, five of which must be performed at SCRRA. SCRRA pays a percentage of the state annuitant contribution rate** in accordance with the vesting schedule below: 10 Years of CalPERS Service - 50% 11 - 19 Years of CalPERS Service - 50%, plus 5% for each additional year of service 20+ Years of CalPERS Service - 100% *Once each year the employer may allow unrepresented employees hired before 11/1/18 the opportunity to individually elect to be subject to the vesting schedule. **The state annuitant contribution rates for 2023 are: $883 (Retiree Only); $1,699 (Retiree + 1 Dependent); $2,124 (Retiree + Family). DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN (457) : You are eligible to set aside a portion of your current income without paying taxes on that money until it is received later during retirement when taxes may be lower. In 2023, you can defer up to 100 percent of your gross compensation or $22,500 annually, whichever is less (“normal contribution limit”). You may make an additional $7,500 contribution to the plan if you are age 50 and older. If you are at least within three years of the age in which you are eligible to receive unreduced benefits under our CalPERS retirement plan, you may contribute up to double the normal contribution limit, or $45,000. TRANSPORTATION PASSES: You may use your employee badge for unlimited free access to all Metrolink lines and trains. Your badge cannot be used on connecting public transportation. However, if you commute to/from work on Metrolink on a regular basis and need to connect to other public transportation (e.g., Metro Red or Purple Line) you can be issued a Metrolink pass with the appropriate station pair, which will also give you access to connecting transportation. You are also eligible to receive a free transit pass to ride any greater Los Angeles area transit system other than Metrolink (such as, Metro, Foothill Transit, LADOT, and LOSSAN) for commuting purposes. The commuter transit pass has a value up to the monthly maximum tax-free transit pass amount established by the Internal Revenue Service ($300 in 2023). You are responsible for any transit fares above the IRS monthly cap. To receive this benefit, the SCRRA requires each employee to use public transportation to commute to and from work three (3) or more days per week. OTHER BENEFITS: Educational Assistance - SCRRA will reimburse an employee up to $1,000 per fiscal year for tuition, books and mandatory student fees for courses that are relevant to employment. No reimbursement is allowed for parking. Professional Memberships - SCRRA pays up to $300 per year for professional memberships. Credit Union Membership - SCRRA offers credit union services for employees and their family members, provided by Northrup Grumman Federal Credit Union. Jury Duty - SCRRA will continue an employee's salary during any non-voluntary jury service up to a maximum of ten (10) working days. Pregnancy Disability and Family and Medical Leaves - A leave of absence may be paid or unpaid and shall be granted in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, and SCRRA policy. Refer to the Human Resource Policies and Procedures Manual for more detailed information. Bereavement Leave - In the event of death in an employee’s immediate family, the agency grants up to three (3) working days, with pay, to handle family affairs and to attend the funeral. When an employee needs to travel outside the radius of the five (5) member agencies due to the death of an immediate family member, the Authority grants up to five (5) working days, with pay. Military Leave - Employees will be paid for the annually required active period. At the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer, and with Board notification, paid military leave may be granted beyond what is provided by the applicable state law.
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION The primary purpose of the position is to support the annual State of Good Repair (SGR) program at Metrolink, which includes the preliminary project planning phases, through design and construction of funded projects. This may also include the support of grants funded outside of the annual budget process or support new capital projects where a major component of the project incorporates SGR improvements. The SGR Program at Metrolink represents some of the highest priority and safety critical projects in the agency. TO APPLY: This is a continuous recruitment. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This job description is not part of a job series. SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED Receives general oversight from director or executive level roles. Responsible for supervising and monitoring performance for a group of employees. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Provide oversight for SCRRA's inspections, condition ratings, state of good repair, asset management system rehabilitation programming, under the direction of the Director, State of Good Repair. Serve as the project manager and subject matter expert for major State of Good Repair projects, and other major projects, as assigned. Act as Metrolink’s FRA 237 Bridge Engineer, which includes, but not limited to, provide oversight of the QC/QA program for structures in conjunction with the bridge, culvert, and tunnel inspection program; report findings to Bridge Management Program stakeholders; provide oversight and coordination for the auditing of bridge inspection reports, as required. Review and approve load rating reports provided by designated Railroad Bridge Engineers. Participate in the review and coordination of Railroad High - Wide Heavy Load movements. Manage SCRRA's Project Management (PM), Construction Management (CM) consultant contracts, job order contracts, construction contracts, or other necessary contracts for assigned projects. Oversee the delivery of SCRRA state of good repair projects. Coordinate SGR project design with the Principal Engineer of Design and Construction. Ensure internal and external projects are managed according to requirements and expectations for scope, schedule, budget, functional quality, and safety and meet stakeholder expectations. Proactively manage scope, budget, schedule, functional quality, internal and external impacts and assure projects are designed and constructed safely with no or minimal impacts to railroad operations. Perform and/or review engineering work, highly specialized design, research, and analysis. Provide support and guidance for the establishment of asset management tools and reports: the Trapeze EAM system, RAMS Database, the Metrolink Rehabilitation Plan, and other condition measuring tools or programs. Assist the Director, State of Good Repair, in the establishment of the annual capital budgets, including inputting project details, verifying field data, and preparing reports or presentations on the annual program. This includes, but not limited to, determining the scope of work, estimating engineering cost, estimating labor and materials, providing information to the project engineer to assist in determining whether project design or construction can be done in-house or contracted through public bidding. Manage consultant contracts, contract task orders, schedule, cost, and scope. Provide oversight for the work of consultants and contractors. Coordinate with internal departments, provide technical review of the design work, manage task orders, and monitor schedules for design, and compile and review project cost estimates. Evaluate progress of project(s) to determine if time schedules will be met and submit reports to the executives. Direct small or short deadline project designs related to the SGR program. Represent the Authority at public and joint department meetings; make presentations to groups including the Board of Directors. Provide coordination and support for SCRRA maintenance department and participate in prioritization meetings to effectively spend SGR funding in the proper locations. Plan, manage and direct the work of staff and consultants; effectively supervising, coaching, and training. Perform other related duties as assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a closely related field. A minimum of 8 years of total experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 6 years of experience with a Master’s degree, which includes the following: A minimum three (3) years' design or construction experience with a Commuter/Passenger or Class 1 Freight Railroad or as a consultant or contractor working on long term assignments involving Commuter/Passenger or Class 1 Freight Railroad Projects. A minimum six (6) years of relevant and progressively increasing experience in the area of construction, or engineering. Experience must include at least two (2) years of contract management of engineering or construction projects and two years of experience managing the work of staff or consultants. A minimum five (5) years of experience in managing railroad or transit construction projects including three years of experience managing railroad projects on dense traffic "active" railroad corridors. Years of experience can be counted concurrently. A combination of training, education and or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered when determining minimum qualifications. Advanced relevant coursework may also substitute for a portion of required experience.California Professional Engineers License (Civil), or ability to obtain the license within 12 months is required. Must pass tests for Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) and Railroad General Code of Operating Rules (GCQR) within one year of employment.Valid Class “C” California driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record of no more than 3 moving violations and no DUI’s within the last 3 years. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of : FRA’s Bridge Management Program requirements (preferred). Public sector and SCRRA. Principles and practices of civil engineering including design, construction, and maintenance requirements in an active railroad environment. Modern techniques, methods, procedures, and practices of project management & construction management. Methods and techniques of conducting engineering inspections and condition assessments for Railroad Infrastructure. Methods and techniques of engineering plan review and approval. Principles of supervision. Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations. Skilled in : Excellent, communication, interpersonal, decision making and problem-solving skills. Use of MS office. Ability to : Work independently, manage multiple concurrent engineering tasks or projects both in the office and in the field effectively and critically analyze information are essential to success. Foster a teamwork environment. Work nights and/or weekends, as necessary, for railroad construction projects. Supervise, direct, and coordinate the work of professional engineering staff. Perform complex civil engineering duties including design work and the preparation of specifications and drawings. Read and interpret various engineering designs, plans, and specifications. Ensure project conformance with Metrolink Engineering Standards. Resolve construction disputes between consultants, contractors, and the public. Negotiate, prepare, and manage contracts. Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Supervise, plan, review and evaluate Metrolink projects, and prioritize projects for funding. Prepare written technical reports, estimates and construction and cost records. Read for comprehension and to present clear and concise reports, verbally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with public officials, employees, consultants, contractors, and the public. Analyze complex and diverse issues and prioritize multiple tasks and competing demands to optimize use of available resources. Represent SCRRA and make presentations to the Board of Directors, executives and to the public. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Transition between a stationary position at a desk or work location and move about Metrolink facilities or other work site locations. Operate tools to perform the duties of the position, such as computers, office equipment and work-related machinery. Transport equipment or boxes up to 25lbs. Exchange ideas by means of communication. Visual acuity to detect, identify and observe employees or train movement and any barriers to movement when working on or near railroad tracks. Hear and perceive the nature of sounds when working on or near railroad tracks. Balance, ascend/descend, climb, kneel, stoop, bend, crouch, or crawl within assigned working conditions and or locations. WORKING CONDITIONS Position requires work in a normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, or temperature. Work may also be conducted in outdoor environments, at construction sites, Railroad Track and Right-of-Way environments, and warehouse environments, with possible exposure to moving mechanical parts, and loud noises (85+ decibels, such as heavy trucks, construction, etc.). SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Selection Process: Following a review of applications and resumes, the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Eligible applicants will be notified of the exact time and place of assessments and interview. Candidates will be interviewed to determine their relative knowledge, skills and ability in job related areas. Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a reference check(s), including degree verification and criminal records check provided through SCRRA. Internal Candidates: Employees with active discipline as defined in the HR Policy No. 5.3 Positive Discipline Program and/or with performance that does not meet the standard for "meets expectations" as defined in the Performance Planning and Appraisal Process may be precluded from consideration and placement in the position. Southern California Regional Rail Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Authority will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The SCRRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/ADA MEDICAL: SCRRA offers a choice of twelve (12) health plan options provided through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). You may choose from up to ten (10) Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans and two (2) Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans. Some health plans are only available in certain counties and/or zip codes. You contribute 12.5 percent of the plan premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents. You may waive coverage if you are covered under another group health plan; you must provide proof. Once you waive coverage, you will only be allowed to enroll during Open Enrollment or within 60 days from the date on which your other coverage is no longer available (proof is required). If you elect to waive coverage, you will receive $300.00 per month taxable earnings, paid in two installments of $150 each on the first two paychecks of the month. A retiree or an employee who is a spouse, child, or any other eligible dependent of another SCRRA employee is not eligible for the opt out/cash in lieu credit if he/she is covered under a SCRRA health plan. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. DENTAL: SCRRA offers two dental options provided by Delta Dental. Under the DeltaCare (HMO) program, you must select a contract dentist within their network to perform your dental services. If you require treatment from a specialist, your contract dentist will handle the referral. Many services are covered at no cost to you. A co-payment applies for other services. The Delta Dental PPO plan allows you to visit a dentist of your choice, change dentists at any time, go to a dental specialist of your choice, receive dental care anywhere in the world, and save on out-of-pocket expenses when you visit a PPO network dental office. SCRRA pays the full premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents under both plans. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. VISION: SCRRA offers two (2) vision plans through Vision Service Plan (VSP), providing coverage for eye examinations, prescription eyewear and contact lenses through network providers. You have the option of seeing out-of-network providers, but full reimbursement is not guaranteed. VSP has contracted with many laser surgery facilities and doctors, offering you a discount on PRK and LASIK surgeries. If you enroll in the VSP Basic Plan, SCRRA pays the full premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents. If you enroll in the VSP Buy-up Plan, which offers enhanced vision benefits, you pay the difference between the cost of the Basic Plan and the Buy-up Plan. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) allow for the deferral of pre-tax dollars to be used for reimbursement of eligible medical and dependent care expenses. You can set aside up to $3,050 for health care expenses and $5,000 per family for dependent care expenses annually. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or a qualifying event. GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE: SCRRA provides for an amount equal to one (1) time your annual salary, rounded to the nearest $1,000, to a maximum of $200,000. Your life insurance benefit will reduce to 65% at age 65 and 55% at age 70. IRS regulations require that the portion of Group Term Life (“G.T.L.”) insurance benefits provided to you by SCRRA, which exceeds $50,000, be added to your Federal, State, and Medicare taxable earnings for W-2 reporting. This amount is reflected on your pay statements each pay period in the “Other Benefits and Information” section. In addition, SCRRA offers a voluntary plan, which may be purchased in increments of $10,000 to a maximum of $100,000 without evidence of insurability (initial enrollment period only) and up to 5 times your salary to a maximum of $500,000 with evidence of insurability. Dependent life options are also available. The voluntary plan is portable; you may retain it if you leave SCRRA and pay the premium. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT: SCRRA provides for an amount equal to one (1) time your annual salary, rounded to the nearest $1,000, up to a maximum of $200,000. Your AD&D insurance benefit will reduce to 65% at age 65 and 55% at age 70. In addition, SCRRA offers a voluntary plan, which may be purchased in increments of $10,000, subject to a maximum of the lesser of 5 times your annual salary or $500,000. Dependent AD&D options are also available. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. SHORT TERM DISABILITY: You are covered under the California State Disability Insurance (SDI) Program. Your maximum benefit amount is 52 times your weekly benefit amount or the total wages subject to SDI tax paid in your base period, whichever is less. Employees pay a mandatory contribution, through payroll deductions, for coverage under the SDI program. The contribution rate for 2023 is 0.9 percent of earnings. The SDI taxable wage limit is $153,164, with a maximum withholding of $1,378.48 per employee for calendar year 2023. LONG TERM DISABILITY : SCRRA provides for income replacement of 60 percent of monthly earnings subject to a maximum benefit of $7,500 per month up to age 65. To qualify, you must be on disability for 90 days. (Note: there is a pre-existing condition clause in this program.) Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. VOLUNTARY BENEFITS: SCRRA offers the following employee-paid voluntary benefits, provided by Aflac: Group Accident Insurance helps pay for out-of-pocket costs that arise from covered accidents, such as fractures, dislocations, and lacerations. Group Critical Illness Insurance helps pay for the expected and unexpected expenses that arise from diagnosis of a covered critical illness, such as cancer (internal or invasive), heart attack, stroke, end-stage renal failure or a major organ transplant. Group Hospital Indemnity Insurance helps pay for the out-of-pocket costs associated with a hospital stay, including benefits for hospital confinement, hospital admission, hospital intensive care and intermediate intensive care step-down unit. Group Short-Term Disability Insurance pays a monthly benefit directly to an employee who is off work due to an injury or illness for up to three (3) months after a seven (7) day waiting period. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. 9/80 ALTERNATIVE WORK SCHEDULE: SCRRA offers a 9/80 Alternative Work Schedule (AWS). During a 10-day work period, you work eight 9-hour days, one 8-hour day and have one day off. Your day off can be Monday, Wednesday, or Friday. Approval from your supervisor, chief and HR is required to participate in the 9/80 AWS program. TELECOMMUTING SCHEDULE: SCRRA offers employees the option to telecommute up to two (2) days per week. At the CEO’s discretion, the maximum number of days per week may be increased due to a natural disaster, pandemic, civil unrest, federal/state/local stay-at-home order, or other special circumstances. Approval from your supervisor, chief and HR is required to participate in the telecommuting program. Employees on a 9/80 schedule cannot telecommute. HOLIDAYS: SCRRA observes twelve (12) holidays a year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President’s Day, Cesar Chavez Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. PAID TIME OFF (PTO): SCRRA provides employees with Paid Time Off (PTO) for vacations, illnesses, injuries, medical/dental appointments, religious holidays, personal business, and emergencies as follows: 0-4 years of service - 25 days 5-6 years of service - 30 days 7th year of service - 32 days 8th year of service - 33 days 9th year of service - 34 days 10-14 years of service - 35 days 15-19 years of service - 38 days 20 or more years - 42 days At the CEO’s discretion, prior service at a public transportation or public agency, or rail transportation company may be counted towards an employee’s total service years to increase the employee’s PTO accrual rate. To be considered, Human Resources requires that a written request along with verification and confirmation of the years of service be provided prior to the start of employment with SCRRA. Human Resources will provide the final determination on behalf of the CEO. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP): SCRRA offers you and your immediate and dependent family members confidential counseling 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for family, personal, work-related and substance abuse issues through the EAP. You are entitled to a telephone session(s) with a trained EAP professional to assess the nature of the problem and provide a referral for additional assistance, if needed. Services also include three (3) face-to-face counseling sessions per family member per six (6) month period. HEALTH ADVOCACY SERVICES: SCRRA offers you and your eligible dependents free health advocacy services through Health Advocate. You are entitled to unlimited calls with trained professionals who can help you navigate the healthcare and insurance systems. RETIREMENT PLAN: The SCRRA contracts with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). You pay a 8.00 percent employee contribution and SCRRA pays an employer contribution, which varies each year. To be eligible for service retirement, you must be at least age 52 and have a minimum of five (5) years of CalPERS-credited service. Upon retirement you are entitled to a monthly retirement benefit based on your years of credited service, age, and average compensation during your last three (3) years of service (“final compensation”). The retirement formula for New Members is 2%@62, which means at age 62, you receive 2 percent of your final compensation for every year of service. Upon separation from employment with less than 5 years of credited service, you may request a refund of your employee contributions only, including interest, and end your membership with CalPERS, or leave it in your account and retain your service credit should you decide to work for another CalPERS-covered agency. If you are vested upon separation but do not retire, you may leave your contributions in your account until retirement or elect a refund. SOCIAL SECURITY: You do not participate in Social Security except for Medicare. You will contribute 1.45 percent of your pay to cover the hospital insurance portion of Medicare. *Additional Medicare Hospital Insurance Tax: As of January 1, 2013, employees are required to pay an additional 0.9 percent Medicare tax on earnings above $200,000 (for those who file an individual return) or $250,000 (for those who file a joint return). This additional hospital insurance tax is not reflected in the rate above. RETIREE MEDICAL: Unrepresented employees hired before 11/1/18*: You will be eligible for medical coverage when you retire if your separation date and retirement date are within 120 days of each other. SCRRA pays the same amount for retirees as it does for active employees, which is currently 87.5 percent of the applicable premium. Unrepresented employees hired on or after 11/1/18: You will be eligible for medical coverage when you retire if your separation date and retirement date are within 120 days of each other and you have a minimum of 10 years of credited CalPERS service, five of which must be performed at SCRRA. SCRRA pays a percentage of the state annuitant contribution rate** in accordance with the vesting schedule below: 10 Years of CalPERS Service - 50% 11 - 19 Years of CalPERS Service - 50%, plus 5% for each additional year of service 20+ Years of CalPERS Service - 100% *Once each year the employer may allow unrepresented employees hired before 11/1/18 the opportunity to individually elect to be subject to the vesting schedule. **The state annuitant contribution rates for 2023 are: $883 (Retiree Only); $1,699 (Retiree + 1 Dependent); $2,124 (Retiree + Family). DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN (457) : You are eligible to set aside a portion of your current income without paying taxes on that money until it is received later during retirement when taxes may be lower. In 2023, you can defer up to 100 percent of your gross compensation or $22,500 annually, whichever is less (“normal contribution limit”). You may make an additional $7,500 contribution to the plan if you are age 50 and older. If you are at least within three years of the age in which you are eligible to receive unreduced benefits under our CalPERS retirement plan, you may contribute up to double the normal contribution limit, or $45,000. TRANSPORTATION PASSES: You may use your employee badge for unlimited free access to all Metrolink lines and trains. Your badge cannot be used on connecting public transportation. However, if you commute to/from work on Metrolink on a regular basis and need to connect to other public transportation (e.g., Metro Red or Purple Line) you can be issued a Metrolink pass with the appropriate station pair, which will also give you access to connecting transportation. You are also eligible to receive a free transit pass to ride any greater Los Angeles area transit system other than Metrolink (such as, Metro, Foothill Transit, LADOT, and LOSSAN) for commuting purposes. The commuter transit pass has a value up to the monthly maximum tax-free transit pass amount established by the Internal Revenue Service ($300 in 2023). You are responsible for any transit fares above the IRS monthly cap. To receive this benefit, the SCRRA requires each employee to use public transportation to commute to and from work three (3) or more days per week. OTHER BENEFITS: Educational Assistance - SCRRA will reimburse an employee up to $1,000 per fiscal year for tuition, books and mandatory student fees for courses that are relevant to employment. No reimbursement is allowed for parking. Professional Memberships - SCRRA pays up to $300 per year for professional memberships. Credit Union Membership - SCRRA offers credit union services for employees and their family members, provided by Northrup Grumman Federal Credit Union. Jury Duty - SCRRA will continue an employee's salary during any non-voluntary jury service up to a maximum of ten (10) working days. Pregnancy Disability and Family and Medical Leaves - A leave of absence may be paid or unpaid and shall be granted in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, and SCRRA policy. Refer to the Human Resource Policies and Procedures Manual for more detailed information. Bereavement Leave - In the event of death in an employee’s immediate family, the agency grants up to three (3) working days, with pay, to handle family affairs and to attend the funeral. When an employee needs to travel outside the radius of the five (5) member agencies due to the death of an immediate family member, the Authority grants up to five (5) working days, with pay. Military Leave - Employees will be paid for the annually required active period. At the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer, and with Board notification, paid military leave may be granted beyond what is provided by the applicable state law.
SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION The Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA), operator of the METROLINK Commuter Rail System, is seeking a Senior Manager, Project Management who will provide leadership and oversight for day-to-day management of the Project Management functions for the Southern California Optimized Rail Expansion (SCORE) Program. This position will help lead a team of staff, consultants, and contractors in the successful delivery of this Program. The purpose of the program management function is to ensure that all elements of the Program (capital improvement, rehab, and third-party projects) meet or exceed best business practices and requirements with regard to local, state, and federal guidelines, and regulations. This is a Limited Term position not to exceed five (5) years. This position is funded in whole or in part through federal, state, or other governmental grants which are limited by time or funding. Limited Term positions may be eliminated when the funding ends, time expires, or due to lack of business need for the position. Limited Term employees receive all benefits provided to full-time employees, including but not limited to retirement, medical, dental, vision, and life. TO APPLY: This recruitment will have a review of applications beginning October 2, 2024 . Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Provide leading, managing and/or supporting role for delivery of the SCORE Program throughout all delivery phases (Environmental Clearance, Design, Pre-Construction, Construction, Closeout). Provide direction on, and coordination with SCRRA departments charged with budgets, finance, cost, estimation and forecasting, risk assessments, scheduling, scope and change management, and reporting for the SCORE Program. Ensure implementation of SCRRA policies, procedures, and plans regarding cost, schedule, change scope management activities for SCORE Program. Implement the standardized methodologies, policies, and procedures required in the project management process. Ensure an integrated project management system is utilized for timely and accurate reporting of the SCORE Program status. Participate in review, analysis, and implementation of project design and construction budgets, schedules and costs to ensure conformance with authorized scope, cost and schedule requirements. Identify and recommend creative solutions to cost and schedule challenges to ensure timely project execution. Ensure accuracy and quality of project cost and schedule baseline plans as well as updates to current cost and schedule plans. Provide a channel of communication of SCORE Program status with SCRRA Executive Management, Member Agencies, and other Key Stakeholders, including issues and resolutions. Prepare Board reports and dashboards for presentations to the Board and Member Agencies. Prepare studies, research, and analysis of special ad-hoc reports. Develop integrated project management system including design, development, integration, testing deployment and maintenance. Create positive business relationships with internal and external stakeholders and customers to facilitate exchange of information. Perform other related duties as assigned. Supervision Exercised and Received Receive general oversight from Executive level roles. This position may be responsible for managing and monitoring work performance for a group of employees within a division or department. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or Business. A minimum of ten (10) years of work experience in program management including cost/scheduling development, project control utilizing an automated project management system for large capital projects. A minimum of five (5) years supervising and monitoring the work of subordinate staff or project managers, including monitoring and evaluating staff performance and providing feedback, coaching, training, and/or positive recognition. A combination of training, education and or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered when determining minimum qualifications. Advanced relevant coursework may also substitute for a portion of required experience. A valid Class "C" California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record of no more than 3 moving violations and no DUI's within the last 3 years. Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or related field. PGMP, PFMP, CAPM, PMI-PBA, PMI-ACP, PMI-RMP, PMI-SP certifications. Project Management Professional Certification (PMP). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of : Project Control software. Federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations related to the railroad construction business and grant funded programs. Administrative principles and methods, including goal setting, project and budget development and implementation. Theories, principles, and practices of project/program management methods, capital and operating budgets, scheduling, finance, configuration management, and information systems for major public works projects. Principles and practices of employee supervision. Procurement procedures and contract administration. Audit principles and procedures. Skilled in : Team building, conflict resolution, identifying problems and recommending solutions or alternative plans. Verbal and written communication. Organization and time management. Writing and negotiation. Ability to : Analyze financial data, cost reports, cost estimates, read and understand prints and technical specifications relevant to infrastructure improvements, etc. Interact professionally and working cooperatively with employees, the public, outside consultants, contractors, member agencies, grantors, and personnel from regulatory agencies. Set. goals and objectives and establish and review costs and schedules. Lead the efforts to support the requirements of various funding agencies and grantors including triennial audits, financial audits, periodic grants audits, site visits, documentation requests. Direct the overall activities of major program management functions including how projects are initiated, authorized, scheduled, monitored, reported and closed. Compile, analyze, and interpret complex data. Design, develop and maintain an integrated project management system to provide comprehensive, accurate, and timely project reporting and analysis. Identify project risks and recommend creative solutions/mitigations to cost and schedule related issues which arise during project execution. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Transition between standing, walking, and sitting at varying lengths of time at the work location and able to move about Metrolink facilities or other work site locations. Operate tools to perform the duties of the position, such as computers, office equipment and work-related machinery. Ability to lift, hold or move objects up to 25 lbs. Exchange ideas by means of communication. Hear and perceive the nature of sounds. Listen and express or exchange ideas by means of spoken words. Balance, ascend/descend, climb, kneel, stoop, bend, crouch or crawl within assigned working conditions and or locations. Use hands to finger, handle, feel and grasp tools to perform the duties of the position. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Selection Process: Following a review of applications and resumes, the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Eligible applicants will be notified of the exact time and place of assessments and interview. Candidates will be interviewed to determine their relative knowledge, skills and ability in job related areas. Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a reference check(s), including degree verification and criminal records check provided through SCRRA. Internal Candidates: Employees with active discipline as defined in the HR Policy No. 5.3 Positive Discipline Program and/or with performance that does not meet the standard for "meets expectations" as defined in the Performance Planning and Appraisal Process may be precluded from consideration and placement in the position. Southern California Regional Rail Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Authority will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The SCRRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/ADA MEDICAL: SCRRA offers a choice of twelve (12) health plan options provided through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). You may choose from up to ten (10) Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans and two (2) Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans. Some health plans are only available in certain counties and/or zip codes. You contribute 12.5 percent of the plan premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents. You may waive coverage if you are covered under another group health plan; you must provide proof. Once you waive coverage, you will only be allowed to enroll during Open Enrollment or within 60 days from the date on which your other coverage is no longer available (proof is required). If you elect to waive coverage, you will receive $300.00 per month taxable earnings, paid in two installments of $150 each on the first two paychecks of the month. A retiree or an employee who is a spouse, child, or any other eligible dependent of another SCRRA employee is not eligible for the opt out/cash in lieu credit if he/she is covered under a SCRRA health plan. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. DENTAL: SCRRA offers two dental options provided by Delta Dental. Under the DeltaCare (HMO) program, you must select a contract dentist within their network to perform your dental services. If you require treatment from a specialist, your contract dentist will handle the referral. Many services are covered at no cost to you. A co-payment applies for other services. The Delta Dental PPO plan allows you to visit a dentist of your choice, change dentists at any time, go to a dental specialist of your choice, receive dental care anywhere in the world, and save on out-of-pocket expenses when you visit a PPO network dental office. SCRRA pays the full premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents under both plans. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. VISION: SCRRA offers two (2) vision plans through Vision Service Plan (VSP), providing coverage for eye examinations, prescription eyewear and contact lenses through network providers. You have the option of seeing out-of-network providers, but full reimbursement is not guaranteed. VSP has contracted with many laser surgery facilities and doctors, offering you a discount on PRK and LASIK surgeries. If you enroll in the VSP Basic Plan, SCRRA pays the full premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents. If you enroll in the VSP Buy-up Plan, which offers enhanced vision benefits, you pay the difference between the cost of the Basic Plan and the Buy-up Plan. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) allow for the deferral of pre-tax dollars to be used for reimbursement of eligible medical and dependent care expenses. You can set aside up to $3,050 for health care expenses and $5,000 per family for dependent care expenses annually. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or a qualifying event. GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE: SCRRA provides for an amount equal to one (1) time your annual salary, rounded to the nearest $1,000, to a maximum of $200,000. Your life insurance benefit will reduce to 65% at age 65 and 55% at age 70. IRS regulations require that the portion of Group Term Life (“G.T.L.”) insurance benefits provided to you by SCRRA, which exceeds $50,000, be added to your Federal, State, and Medicare taxable earnings for W-2 reporting. This amount is reflected on your pay statements each pay period in the “Other Benefits and Information” section. In addition, SCRRA offers a voluntary plan, which may be purchased in increments of $10,000 to a maximum of $100,000 without evidence of insurability (initial enrollment period only) and up to 5 times your salary to a maximum of $500,000 with evidence of insurability. Dependent life options are also available. The voluntary plan is portable; you may retain it if you leave SCRRA and pay the premium. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT: SCRRA provides for an amount equal to one (1) time your annual salary, rounded to the nearest $1,000, up to a maximum of $200,000. Your AD&D insurance benefit will reduce to 65% at age 65 and 55% at age 70. In addition, SCRRA offers a voluntary plan, which may be purchased in increments of $10,000, subject to a maximum of the lesser of 5 times your annual salary or $500,000. Dependent AD&D options are also available. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. SHORT TERM DISABILITY: You are covered under the California State Disability Insurance (SDI) Program. Your maximum benefit amount is 52 times your weekly benefit amount or the total wages subject to SDI tax paid in your base period, whichever is less. Employees pay a mandatory contribution, through payroll deductions, for coverage under the SDI program. The contribution rate for 2023 is 0.9 percent of earnings. The SDI taxable wage limit is $153,164, with a maximum withholding of $1,378.48 per employee for calendar year 2023. LONG TERM DISABILITY : SCRRA provides for income replacement of 60 percent of monthly earnings subject to a maximum benefit of $7,500 per month up to age 65. To qualify, you must be on disability for 90 days. (Note: there is a pre-existing condition clause in this program.) Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. VOLUNTARY BENEFITS: SCRRA offers the following employee-paid voluntary benefits, provided by Aflac: Group Accident Insurance helps pay for out-of-pocket costs that arise from covered accidents, such as fractures, dislocations, and lacerations. Group Critical Illness Insurance helps pay for the expected and unexpected expenses that arise from diagnosis of a covered critical illness, such as cancer (internal or invasive), heart attack, stroke, end-stage renal failure or a major organ transplant. Group Hospital Indemnity Insurance helps pay for the out-of-pocket costs associated with a hospital stay, including benefits for hospital confinement, hospital admission, hospital intensive care and intermediate intensive care step-down unit. Group Short-Term Disability Insurance pays a monthly benefit directly to an employee who is off work due to an injury or illness for up to three (3) months after a seven (7) day waiting period. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. 9/80 ALTERNATIVE WORK SCHEDULE: SCRRA offers a 9/80 Alternative Work Schedule (AWS). During a 10-day work period, you work eight 9-hour days, one 8-hour day and have one day off. Your day off can be Monday, Wednesday, or Friday. Approval from your supervisor, chief and HR is required to participate in the 9/80 AWS program. TELECOMMUTING SCHEDULE: SCRRA offers employees the option to telecommute up to two (2) days per week. At the CEO’s discretion, the maximum number of days per week may be increased due to a natural disaster, pandemic, civil unrest, federal/state/local stay-at-home order, or other special circumstances. Approval from your supervisor, chief and HR is required to participate in the telecommuting program. Employees on a 9/80 schedule cannot telecommute. HOLIDAYS: SCRRA observes twelve (12) holidays a year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President’s Day, Cesar Chavez Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. PAID TIME OFF (PTO): SCRRA provides employees with Paid Time Off (PTO) for vacations, illnesses, injuries, medical/dental appointments, religious holidays, personal business, and emergencies as follows: 0-4 years of service - 25 days 5-6 years of service - 30 days 7th year of service - 32 days 8th year of service - 33 days 9th year of service - 34 days 10-14 years of service - 35 days 15-19 years of service - 38 days 20 or more years - 42 days At the CEO’s discretion, prior service at a public transportation or public agency, or rail transportation company may be counted towards an employee’s total service years to increase the employee’s PTO accrual rate. To be considered, Human Resources requires that a written request along with verification and confirmation of the years of service be provided prior to the start of employment with SCRRA. Human Resources will provide the final determination on behalf of the CEO. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP): SCRRA offers you and your immediate and dependent family members confidential counseling 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for family, personal, work-related and substance abuse issues through the EAP. You are entitled to a telephone session(s) with a trained EAP professional to assess the nature of the problem and provide a referral for additional assistance, if needed. Services also include three (3) face-to-face counseling sessions per family member per six (6) month period. HEALTH ADVOCACY SERVICES: SCRRA offers you and your eligible dependents free health advocacy services through Health Advocate. You are entitled to unlimited calls with trained professionals who can help you navigate the healthcare and insurance systems. RETIREMENT PLAN: The SCRRA contracts with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). You pay a 7.00 percent employee contribution and SCRRA pays an employer contribution, which varies each year. To be eligible for service retirement, you must be at least age 52 and have a minimum of five (5) years of CalPERS-credited service. Upon retirement you are entitled to a monthly retirement benefit based on your years of credited service, age, and average compensation during your last three (3) years of service (“final compensation”). The retirement formula for New Members is 2%@62, which means at age 62, you receive 2 percent of your final compensation for every year of service. Upon separation from employment with less than 5 years of credited service, you may request a refund of your employee contributions only, including interest, and end your membership with CalPERS, or leave it in your account and retain your service credit should you decide to work for another CalPERS-covered agency. If you are vested upon separation but do not retire, you may leave your contributions in your account until retirement or elect a refund. SOCIAL SECURITY: You do not participate in Social Security except for Medicare. You will contribute 1.45 percent of your pay to cover the hospital insurance portion of Medicare. *Additional Medicare Hospital Insurance Tax: As of January 1, 2013, employees are required to pay an additional 0.9 percent Medicare tax on earnings above $200,000 (for those who file an individual return) or $250,000 (for those who file a joint return). This additional hospital insurance tax is not reflected in the rate above. RETIREE MEDICAL: Unrepresented employees hired before 11/1/18*: You will be eligible for medical coverage when you retire if your separation date and retirement date are within 120 days of each other. SCRRA pays the same amount for retirees as it does for active employees, which is currently 87.5 percent of the applicable premium. Unrepresented employees hired on or after 11/1/18: You will be eligible for medical coverage when you retire if your separation date and retirement date are within 120 days of each other and you have a minimum of 10 years of credited CalPERS service, five of which must be performed at SCRRA. SCRRA pays a percentage of the state annuitant contribution rate** in accordance with the vesting schedule below: 10 Years of CalPERS Service - 50% 11 - 19 Years of CalPERS Service - 50%, plus 5% for each additional year of service 20+ Years of CalPERS Service - 100% *Once each year the employer may allow unrepresented employees hired before 11/1/18 the opportunity to individually elect to be subject to the vesting schedule. **The state annuitant contribution rates for 2023 are: $883 (Retiree Only); $1,699 (Retiree + 1 Dependent); $2,124 (Retiree + Family). DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN (457) : You are eligible to set aside a portion of your current income without paying taxes on that money until it is received later during retirement when taxes may be lower. In 2023, you can defer up to 100 percent of your gross compensation or $22,500 annually, whichever is less (“normal contribution limit”). You may make an additional $7,500 contribution to the plan if you are age 50 and older. If you are at least within three years of the age in which you are eligible to receive unreduced benefits under our CalPERS retirement plan, you may contribute up to double the normal contribution limit, or $45,000. TRANSPORTATION PASSES: You may use your employee badge for unlimited free access to all Metrolink lines and trains. Your badge cannot be used on connecting public transportation. However, if you commute to/from work on Metrolink on a regular basis and need to connect to other public transportation (e.g., Metro Red or Purple Line) you can be issued a Metrolink pass with the appropriate station pair, which will also give you access to connecting transportation. You are also eligible to receive a free transit pass to ride any greater Los Angeles area transit system other than Metrolink (such as, Metro, Foothill Transit, LADOT, and LOSSAN) for commuting purposes. The commuter transit pass has a value up to the monthly maximum tax-free transit pass amount established by the Internal Revenue Service ($300 in 2023). You are responsible for any transit fares above the IRS monthly cap. To receive this benefit, the SCRRA requires each employee to use public transportation to commute to and from work three (3) or more days per week. OTHER BENEFITS: Educational Assistance - SCRRA will reimburse an employee up to $1,000 per fiscal year for tuition, books and mandatory student fees for courses that are relevant to employment. No reimbursement is allowed for parking. Professional Memberships - SCRRA pays up to $300 per year for professional memberships. Credit Union Membership - SCRRA offers credit union services for employees and their family members, provided by Northrup Grumman Federal Credit Union. Jury Duty - SCRRA will continue an employee's salary during any non-voluntary jury service up to a maximum of ten (10) working days. Pregnancy Disability and Family and Medical Leaves - A leave of absence may be paid or unpaid and shall be granted in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, and SCRRA policy. Refer to the Human Resource Policies and Procedures Manual for more detailed information. Bereavement Leave - In the event of death in an employee’s immediate family, the agency grants up to three (3) working days, with pay, to handle family affairs and to attend the funeral. When an employee needs to travel outside the radius of the five (5) member agencies due to the death of an immediate family member, the Authority grants up to five (5) working days, with pay. Military Leave - Employees will be paid for the annually required active period. At the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer, and with Board notification, paid military leave may be granted beyond what is provided by the applicable state law.
Sep 19, 2024
Full Time
SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION The Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA), operator of the METROLINK Commuter Rail System, is seeking a Senior Manager, Project Management who will provide leadership and oversight for day-to-day management of the Project Management functions for the Southern California Optimized Rail Expansion (SCORE) Program. This position will help lead a team of staff, consultants, and contractors in the successful delivery of this Program. The purpose of the program management function is to ensure that all elements of the Program (capital improvement, rehab, and third-party projects) meet or exceed best business practices and requirements with regard to local, state, and federal guidelines, and regulations. This is a Limited Term position not to exceed five (5) years. This position is funded in whole or in part through federal, state, or other governmental grants which are limited by time or funding. Limited Term positions may be eliminated when the funding ends, time expires, or due to lack of business need for the position. Limited Term employees receive all benefits provided to full-time employees, including but not limited to retirement, medical, dental, vision, and life. TO APPLY: This recruitment will have a review of applications beginning October 2, 2024 . Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Provide leading, managing and/or supporting role for delivery of the SCORE Program throughout all delivery phases (Environmental Clearance, Design, Pre-Construction, Construction, Closeout). Provide direction on, and coordination with SCRRA departments charged with budgets, finance, cost, estimation and forecasting, risk assessments, scheduling, scope and change management, and reporting for the SCORE Program. Ensure implementation of SCRRA policies, procedures, and plans regarding cost, schedule, change scope management activities for SCORE Program. Implement the standardized methodologies, policies, and procedures required in the project management process. Ensure an integrated project management system is utilized for timely and accurate reporting of the SCORE Program status. Participate in review, analysis, and implementation of project design and construction budgets, schedules and costs to ensure conformance with authorized scope, cost and schedule requirements. Identify and recommend creative solutions to cost and schedule challenges to ensure timely project execution. Ensure accuracy and quality of project cost and schedule baseline plans as well as updates to current cost and schedule plans. Provide a channel of communication of SCORE Program status with SCRRA Executive Management, Member Agencies, and other Key Stakeholders, including issues and resolutions. Prepare Board reports and dashboards for presentations to the Board and Member Agencies. Prepare studies, research, and analysis of special ad-hoc reports. Develop integrated project management system including design, development, integration, testing deployment and maintenance. Create positive business relationships with internal and external stakeholders and customers to facilitate exchange of information. Perform other related duties as assigned. Supervision Exercised and Received Receive general oversight from Executive level roles. This position may be responsible for managing and monitoring work performance for a group of employees within a division or department. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or Business. A minimum of ten (10) years of work experience in program management including cost/scheduling development, project control utilizing an automated project management system for large capital projects. A minimum of five (5) years supervising and monitoring the work of subordinate staff or project managers, including monitoring and evaluating staff performance and providing feedback, coaching, training, and/or positive recognition. A combination of training, education and or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered when determining minimum qualifications. Advanced relevant coursework may also substitute for a portion of required experience. A valid Class "C" California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record of no more than 3 moving violations and no DUI's within the last 3 years. Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or related field. PGMP, PFMP, CAPM, PMI-PBA, PMI-ACP, PMI-RMP, PMI-SP certifications. Project Management Professional Certification (PMP). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of : Project Control software. Federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations related to the railroad construction business and grant funded programs. Administrative principles and methods, including goal setting, project and budget development and implementation. Theories, principles, and practices of project/program management methods, capital and operating budgets, scheduling, finance, configuration management, and information systems for major public works projects. Principles and practices of employee supervision. Procurement procedures and contract administration. Audit principles and procedures. Skilled in : Team building, conflict resolution, identifying problems and recommending solutions or alternative plans. Verbal and written communication. Organization and time management. Writing and negotiation. Ability to : Analyze financial data, cost reports, cost estimates, read and understand prints and technical specifications relevant to infrastructure improvements, etc. Interact professionally and working cooperatively with employees, the public, outside consultants, contractors, member agencies, grantors, and personnel from regulatory agencies. Set. goals and objectives and establish and review costs and schedules. Lead the efforts to support the requirements of various funding agencies and grantors including triennial audits, financial audits, periodic grants audits, site visits, documentation requests. Direct the overall activities of major program management functions including how projects are initiated, authorized, scheduled, monitored, reported and closed. Compile, analyze, and interpret complex data. Design, develop and maintain an integrated project management system to provide comprehensive, accurate, and timely project reporting and analysis. Identify project risks and recommend creative solutions/mitigations to cost and schedule related issues which arise during project execution. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Transition between standing, walking, and sitting at varying lengths of time at the work location and able to move about Metrolink facilities or other work site locations. Operate tools to perform the duties of the position, such as computers, office equipment and work-related machinery. Ability to lift, hold or move objects up to 25 lbs. Exchange ideas by means of communication. Hear and perceive the nature of sounds. Listen and express or exchange ideas by means of spoken words. Balance, ascend/descend, climb, kneel, stoop, bend, crouch or crawl within assigned working conditions and or locations. Use hands to finger, handle, feel and grasp tools to perform the duties of the position. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Selection Process: Following a review of applications and resumes, the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Eligible applicants will be notified of the exact time and place of assessments and interview. Candidates will be interviewed to determine their relative knowledge, skills and ability in job related areas. Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a reference check(s), including degree verification and criminal records check provided through SCRRA. Internal Candidates: Employees with active discipline as defined in the HR Policy No. 5.3 Positive Discipline Program and/or with performance that does not meet the standard for "meets expectations" as defined in the Performance Planning and Appraisal Process may be precluded from consideration and placement in the position. Southern California Regional Rail Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Authority will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The SCRRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/ADA MEDICAL: SCRRA offers a choice of twelve (12) health plan options provided through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). You may choose from up to ten (10) Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans and two (2) Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans. Some health plans are only available in certain counties and/or zip codes. You contribute 12.5 percent of the plan premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents. You may waive coverage if you are covered under another group health plan; you must provide proof. Once you waive coverage, you will only be allowed to enroll during Open Enrollment or within 60 days from the date on which your other coverage is no longer available (proof is required). If you elect to waive coverage, you will receive $300.00 per month taxable earnings, paid in two installments of $150 each on the first two paychecks of the month. A retiree or an employee who is a spouse, child, or any other eligible dependent of another SCRRA employee is not eligible for the opt out/cash in lieu credit if he/she is covered under a SCRRA health plan. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. DENTAL: SCRRA offers two dental options provided by Delta Dental. Under the DeltaCare (HMO) program, you must select a contract dentist within their network to perform your dental services. If you require treatment from a specialist, your contract dentist will handle the referral. Many services are covered at no cost to you. A co-payment applies for other services. The Delta Dental PPO plan allows you to visit a dentist of your choice, change dentists at any time, go to a dental specialist of your choice, receive dental care anywhere in the world, and save on out-of-pocket expenses when you visit a PPO network dental office. SCRRA pays the full premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents under both plans. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. VISION: SCRRA offers two (2) vision plans through Vision Service Plan (VSP), providing coverage for eye examinations, prescription eyewear and contact lenses through network providers. You have the option of seeing out-of-network providers, but full reimbursement is not guaranteed. VSP has contracted with many laser surgery facilities and doctors, offering you a discount on PRK and LASIK surgeries. If you enroll in the VSP Basic Plan, SCRRA pays the full premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents. If you enroll in the VSP Buy-up Plan, which offers enhanced vision benefits, you pay the difference between the cost of the Basic Plan and the Buy-up Plan. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) allow for the deferral of pre-tax dollars to be used for reimbursement of eligible medical and dependent care expenses. You can set aside up to $3,050 for health care expenses and $5,000 per family for dependent care expenses annually. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or a qualifying event. GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE: SCRRA provides for an amount equal to one (1) time your annual salary, rounded to the nearest $1,000, to a maximum of $200,000. Your life insurance benefit will reduce to 65% at age 65 and 55% at age 70. IRS regulations require that the portion of Group Term Life (“G.T.L.”) insurance benefits provided to you by SCRRA, which exceeds $50,000, be added to your Federal, State, and Medicare taxable earnings for W-2 reporting. This amount is reflected on your pay statements each pay period in the “Other Benefits and Information” section. In addition, SCRRA offers a voluntary plan, which may be purchased in increments of $10,000 to a maximum of $100,000 without evidence of insurability (initial enrollment period only) and up to 5 times your salary to a maximum of $500,000 with evidence of insurability. Dependent life options are also available. The voluntary plan is portable; you may retain it if you leave SCRRA and pay the premium. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT: SCRRA provides for an amount equal to one (1) time your annual salary, rounded to the nearest $1,000, up to a maximum of $200,000. Your AD&D insurance benefit will reduce to 65% at age 65 and 55% at age 70. In addition, SCRRA offers a voluntary plan, which may be purchased in increments of $10,000, subject to a maximum of the lesser of 5 times your annual salary or $500,000. Dependent AD&D options are also available. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. SHORT TERM DISABILITY: You are covered under the California State Disability Insurance (SDI) Program. Your maximum benefit amount is 52 times your weekly benefit amount or the total wages subject to SDI tax paid in your base period, whichever is less. Employees pay a mandatory contribution, through payroll deductions, for coverage under the SDI program. The contribution rate for 2023 is 0.9 percent of earnings. The SDI taxable wage limit is $153,164, with a maximum withholding of $1,378.48 per employee for calendar year 2023. LONG TERM DISABILITY : SCRRA provides for income replacement of 60 percent of monthly earnings subject to a maximum benefit of $7,500 per month up to age 65. To qualify, you must be on disability for 90 days. (Note: there is a pre-existing condition clause in this program.) Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. VOLUNTARY BENEFITS: SCRRA offers the following employee-paid voluntary benefits, provided by Aflac: Group Accident Insurance helps pay for out-of-pocket costs that arise from covered accidents, such as fractures, dislocations, and lacerations. Group Critical Illness Insurance helps pay for the expected and unexpected expenses that arise from diagnosis of a covered critical illness, such as cancer (internal or invasive), heart attack, stroke, end-stage renal failure or a major organ transplant. Group Hospital Indemnity Insurance helps pay for the out-of-pocket costs associated with a hospital stay, including benefits for hospital confinement, hospital admission, hospital intensive care and intermediate intensive care step-down unit. Group Short-Term Disability Insurance pays a monthly benefit directly to an employee who is off work due to an injury or illness for up to three (3) months after a seven (7) day waiting period. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. 9/80 ALTERNATIVE WORK SCHEDULE: SCRRA offers a 9/80 Alternative Work Schedule (AWS). During a 10-day work period, you work eight 9-hour days, one 8-hour day and have one day off. Your day off can be Monday, Wednesday, or Friday. Approval from your supervisor, chief and HR is required to participate in the 9/80 AWS program. TELECOMMUTING SCHEDULE: SCRRA offers employees the option to telecommute up to two (2) days per week. At the CEO’s discretion, the maximum number of days per week may be increased due to a natural disaster, pandemic, civil unrest, federal/state/local stay-at-home order, or other special circumstances. Approval from your supervisor, chief and HR is required to participate in the telecommuting program. Employees on a 9/80 schedule cannot telecommute. HOLIDAYS: SCRRA observes twelve (12) holidays a year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President’s Day, Cesar Chavez Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. PAID TIME OFF (PTO): SCRRA provides employees with Paid Time Off (PTO) for vacations, illnesses, injuries, medical/dental appointments, religious holidays, personal business, and emergencies as follows: 0-4 years of service - 25 days 5-6 years of service - 30 days 7th year of service - 32 days 8th year of service - 33 days 9th year of service - 34 days 10-14 years of service - 35 days 15-19 years of service - 38 days 20 or more years - 42 days At the CEO’s discretion, prior service at a public transportation or public agency, or rail transportation company may be counted towards an employee’s total service years to increase the employee’s PTO accrual rate. To be considered, Human Resources requires that a written request along with verification and confirmation of the years of service be provided prior to the start of employment with SCRRA. Human Resources will provide the final determination on behalf of the CEO. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP): SCRRA offers you and your immediate and dependent family members confidential counseling 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for family, personal, work-related and substance abuse issues through the EAP. You are entitled to a telephone session(s) with a trained EAP professional to assess the nature of the problem and provide a referral for additional assistance, if needed. Services also include three (3) face-to-face counseling sessions per family member per six (6) month period. HEALTH ADVOCACY SERVICES: SCRRA offers you and your eligible dependents free health advocacy services through Health Advocate. You are entitled to unlimited calls with trained professionals who can help you navigate the healthcare and insurance systems. RETIREMENT PLAN: The SCRRA contracts with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). You pay a 7.00 percent employee contribution and SCRRA pays an employer contribution, which varies each year. To be eligible for service retirement, you must be at least age 52 and have a minimum of five (5) years of CalPERS-credited service. Upon retirement you are entitled to a monthly retirement benefit based on your years of credited service, age, and average compensation during your last three (3) years of service (“final compensation”). The retirement formula for New Members is 2%@62, which means at age 62, you receive 2 percent of your final compensation for every year of service. Upon separation from employment with less than 5 years of credited service, you may request a refund of your employee contributions only, including interest, and end your membership with CalPERS, or leave it in your account and retain your service credit should you decide to work for another CalPERS-covered agency. If you are vested upon separation but do not retire, you may leave your contributions in your account until retirement or elect a refund. SOCIAL SECURITY: You do not participate in Social Security except for Medicare. You will contribute 1.45 percent of your pay to cover the hospital insurance portion of Medicare. *Additional Medicare Hospital Insurance Tax: As of January 1, 2013, employees are required to pay an additional 0.9 percent Medicare tax on earnings above $200,000 (for those who file an individual return) or $250,000 (for those who file a joint return). This additional hospital insurance tax is not reflected in the rate above. RETIREE MEDICAL: Unrepresented employees hired before 11/1/18*: You will be eligible for medical coverage when you retire if your separation date and retirement date are within 120 days of each other. SCRRA pays the same amount for retirees as it does for active employees, which is currently 87.5 percent of the applicable premium. Unrepresented employees hired on or after 11/1/18: You will be eligible for medical coverage when you retire if your separation date and retirement date are within 120 days of each other and you have a minimum of 10 years of credited CalPERS service, five of which must be performed at SCRRA. SCRRA pays a percentage of the state annuitant contribution rate** in accordance with the vesting schedule below: 10 Years of CalPERS Service - 50% 11 - 19 Years of CalPERS Service - 50%, plus 5% for each additional year of service 20+ Years of CalPERS Service - 100% *Once each year the employer may allow unrepresented employees hired before 11/1/18 the opportunity to individually elect to be subject to the vesting schedule. **The state annuitant contribution rates for 2023 are: $883 (Retiree Only); $1,699 (Retiree + 1 Dependent); $2,124 (Retiree + Family). DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN (457) : You are eligible to set aside a portion of your current income without paying taxes on that money until it is received later during retirement when taxes may be lower. In 2023, you can defer up to 100 percent of your gross compensation or $22,500 annually, whichever is less (“normal contribution limit”). You may make an additional $7,500 contribution to the plan if you are age 50 and older. If you are at least within three years of the age in which you are eligible to receive unreduced benefits under our CalPERS retirement plan, you may contribute up to double the normal contribution limit, or $45,000. TRANSPORTATION PASSES: You may use your employee badge for unlimited free access to all Metrolink lines and trains. Your badge cannot be used on connecting public transportation. However, if you commute to/from work on Metrolink on a regular basis and need to connect to other public transportation (e.g., Metro Red or Purple Line) you can be issued a Metrolink pass with the appropriate station pair, which will also give you access to connecting transportation. You are also eligible to receive a free transit pass to ride any greater Los Angeles area transit system other than Metrolink (such as, Metro, Foothill Transit, LADOT, and LOSSAN) for commuting purposes. The commuter transit pass has a value up to the monthly maximum tax-free transit pass amount established by the Internal Revenue Service ($300 in 2023). You are responsible for any transit fares above the IRS monthly cap. To receive this benefit, the SCRRA requires each employee to use public transportation to commute to and from work three (3) or more days per week. OTHER BENEFITS: Educational Assistance - SCRRA will reimburse an employee up to $1,000 per fiscal year for tuition, books and mandatory student fees for courses that are relevant to employment. No reimbursement is allowed for parking. Professional Memberships - SCRRA pays up to $300 per year for professional memberships. Credit Union Membership - SCRRA offers credit union services for employees and their family members, provided by Northrup Grumman Federal Credit Union. Jury Duty - SCRRA will continue an employee's salary during any non-voluntary jury service up to a maximum of ten (10) working days. Pregnancy Disability and Family and Medical Leaves - A leave of absence may be paid or unpaid and shall be granted in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, and SCRRA policy. Refer to the Human Resource Policies and Procedures Manual for more detailed information. Bereavement Leave - In the event of death in an employee’s immediate family, the agency grants up to three (3) working days, with pay, to handle family affairs and to attend the funeral. When an employee needs to travel outside the radius of the five (5) member agencies due to the death of an immediate family member, the Authority grants up to five (5) working days, with pay. Military Leave - Employees will be paid for the annually required active period. At the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer, and with Board notification, paid military leave may be granted beyond what is provided by the applicable state law.
California State University (CSU) Chancellor's Office
401 Golden Shore, Long Beach, CA 90802, USA
Chancellor's Office Statement Join our team at the California State University, Office of the Chancellor, and make a difference in providing access to higher education. We are currently seeking experienced candidates for the position of Scope 3 Emissions Manager . The CSU Chancellor's Office, located on the waterfront adjacent to the Aquarium of the Pacific in downtown Long Beach, is the headquarters for the nation's largest and most diverse system of higher education. The CSU Chancellor's Office offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, and dental plans; a fee waiver education program; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS); and 15 paid holidays a year. Salary The anticipated salary hiring range is up to $7,500 per month, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is $3,938 to $11,703 per month. Classification Administrator I Position Information The California State University, Office of the Chancellor, is seeking a Scope 3 Emissions Manager to manage the strategy for reducing systemwide Scope 3 carbon emissions to achieve carbon neutrality by 2045 in accordance with CSU Sustainability Policy (PolicyStat ID 11699668) and state goals (EO B-55-18). This position will manage and oversee the strategic development of programming related to tracking, reporting, and implementation of initiatives designed to reduce Scope 3 emissions generated by CSU activities, which are estimated to represent the largest proportion of systemwide greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions This position will establish and provide formal direction to campuses for plans, capital projects, and auxiliary activities to integrate Scope 3 mitigation, reduction, and cost-effectiveness best practices. This position will spearhead partnerships as well as the promotion of and advocacy for additional investment in CSU Scope 3 emissions reduction efforts with various internal and external stakeholders. This position is approved for telecommuting (two days telecommuting, three days in office (in-person)) with onsite work at the main headquarters located in Long Beach, California. Responsibilities Under the general direction of the Chief, Energy, Sustainability and Transportation , the Scope 3 Emissions Manager will perform duties as outlined below: Develop and implement a strategy for tracking, reporting, and reducing Scope 3 emissions across the CSU to support systemwide carbon neutrality by 2045: -Conduct comprehensive assessments of Scope 3 processes and emissions across the system, including, but not limited to, transportation, waste, procurement, and supply chain activities. -Evaluate existing Scope 3 emissions data, measurement, and procedures at campuses, peer institutions, and public sector agencies to support strategy development. -Collaborate with CSU stakeholders, including campus Energy Managers, Sustainability Officers, Parking and Transportation Officers, and Procurement Officers, to develop effective and consistent strategies for reducing Scope 3 emissions. -Recommend and update Scope 3 emissions reduction goals, policy changes, and actions for the system and campuses based on current data, best practices, and relevant state and federal regulations. -Develop, establish, and maintain a method for measuring Scope 3 emissions from categories including, but not limited to, campus commuting, business travel, purchased goods and services, waste management, and fuel and energy related activities. Update methodologies and performance metrics as new data and best practices are gathered. -Direct the implementation of projects and program designed to monitor and reduce Scope 3 emissions at campuses. Provide guidance and coordinate across Chancellor’s Office departments and campus staff to implement the Scope 3 emissions reduction strategy and actions. -Monitor relevant legislation, propose legislative action, and formulate positions on pending state and federal legislation affecting CSU Scope 3 efforts. -Identify funding opportunities to support the implementation of reduction strategies, including, but not limited to, external grants, philanthropic donations, and revenue-generating programs. -Establish and update robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track progress towards emission reduction targets and key performance indicators. Facilitate the incorporation of key Scope 3 reporting outputs in the CSU Energy Dashboard, AASHE STARS and Second Nature reports, and develop, as needed, additional public-facing reporting platforms. -Prepare reports and deliver presentations for internal CSU and external stakeholder audiences, including the Board of Trustees, regarding the progress of Scope 3 emissions reduction efforts. Manage systemwide Scope 3 emissions reductions planning and program efforts, including oversight of campus projects and programs: -Facilitate, organize, and lead meetings with internal and external stakeholders and participate on various teams and committees formed to facilitate and increase local and regional transportation options, greenhouse gas emissions reduction, and sustainability goals. -Direct and guide analyst(s) to develop models and compile, maintain, and analyze systemwide data and campus plans to support Scope 3 reduction, cost-effectiveness, and policy compliance. -Delegate methodological and analytical tasks and procedures related to transportation and electrification and transportation demand management to analyst(s) to refine and apply systemwide. -Oversee CSU Transportation and Parking Policy implementation and compliance and manage campus reporting on transportation demand management cost, expenditures, and effectiveness. -Lead Chancellor’s Office staff in developing, maintaining, operating, and improving the AASHE STARS database and tools that will track and report systemwide annual TDM, waste, procurement, EPD, business travel, transmission and distribution loss, etc program effectiveness. -Oversee, guide, and report on campuses’ Alternative Transportation Committee (ATC) activities. Represent the Chancellor’s Office with campus ATCs. -Facilitate and organize Parking and Transportation Affinity Group meetings, and other related duties to promote compliance and awareness of CSU Transportation programs and policy. Provide formal and informal guidance to Chancellor’s Office departments and campus staff to ensure Scope 3 emissions monitoring and reduction strategies are included within campus planning and project development: -Support the Chancellor’s Office Planning and Design Unit in the analysis of Transportation and Parking Needs Assessment studies. Provide analysis to determine the need for additional campus parking capacity and advise on approvals for parking projects. Review and evaluate campus Master Plan updates to ensure that sustainable transportation programs and planning policies are thoroughly incorporated. -Partner with the Chancellor’s Office Environmental Planning staff in navigating the CEQA process for Traffic Impact Analysis and Greenhouse Gas Analysis related to campus Master Plan updates and project and cumulative level impacts. Determine transportation demand management measures to mitigate traffic impacts and maintain campus Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) below regional threshold levels. -Collaborate with Chancellor’s Office Contract Services and Procurement staff in identifying and implementing best practices for monitoring and reducing supply chain emissions resulting from purchased goods and services. -Partner with the Energy Procurement Manager and Carbon Reduction Manager to ensure Scope 3 strategy and programs align with systemwide Scope 1 and Scope 2 efforts to achieve carbon neutrality by 2045. -Work with the Sustainability Program Manager, Grant Program Manager, and campus Emergency Management staff to facilitate Climate Adaptation planning initiatives at the campuses. Recommend revisions to CSU policy to reflect legislative mandates requiring the incorporation of climate change adaptation plans and infrastructure resiliency into campus planning. -Partner with Chancellor’s Office Planning and Design Unit, Construction Services Unit and University Engineer to identify and incorporate best practices for tracking, reporting, and reducing Scope 3 emissions generated by capital good and construction project activity. -Collaborate with CSU auxiliaries, such as campus foundations and parking departments, to adopt and integrate best practices for reducing Scope 3 emissions generated by auxiliary activities. -Advise campus capital planning staff in collaboration with the CSU Delegated Approval Review Team on best practices and building code requirements related to Scope 3 Emissions reductions. -Represent the CSU and Energy, Sustainability and Transportation Unit in higher education, state, regional, and national forums to publicize, partner, and advocate for CSU investments related to Scope 3 emissions reduction. -Negotiate and manage contracts and external vendors to procure goods and services that support the tracking, reporting, and reducing of Scope 3 emissions. -Other duties as assigned by the Manager. Qualifications This position requires: -Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in environmental science, sustainability, public policy, urban planning or a related field -Minimum of 1-3 years of experience working in urban planning, transportation planning, climate action planning or related field. -Strong project management skills, including the ability to plan, implement, and evaluate complex sustainability initiatives. -Demonstrated expertise in greenhouse gas accounting methodologies, including the GHG Protocol, particularly in the context of Scope 3 emissions. -Knowledge of higher education sustainability organizations, reporting frameworks, and policies. -Knowledge of transportation demand management principles and planning terms and policies. -Ability to analyze complex planning problems, articulate and recommend solutions. -Knowledge of the California Environmental Quality Act, legislative mandates impacting GHG and Traffic Impact Analysis under CEQA. -Ability to write reports, memos, and white papers and make presentations. -Experience in the use of Excel for reporting, development of charts, graphs, and import/export data. -Experience with big data analysis platforms relating to transportation behavior and planning, such as StreetLight Data. -Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with Scope 3 professionals, internal and external stakeholders, local and regional agencies, and lead community engagement and outreach efforts. -Ability to travel for the purposes of surveying campuses, attending conferences, and advocating for CSU climate initiatives. -Proficiency with MS Office suite, with advanced skills in Excel, Powerpoint and Word. Preferred Qualifications -Master’s degree in environmental science, sustainability, public policy, urban planning or a related field (i.e. Climate Science) and 4 years of related job experience in sustainability with a focus on emissions reductions. Master’s degree will satisfy Bachelor’s degree requirements in an unrelated field. -Experience working in the CSU system. -Experience with data analysis, statistical methods, processes, and protocols. -Experience with successful climate action grant applications, program implementation, and post-award reporting. -Experience with developing and implementing emissions reduction strategies, preferably within the context of higher education or public agency settings. -Experience with energy benchmarking and reporting tools such as SitelogIQ. -Knowledge of California building codes, particularly in the context of public higher education facilities. -Knowledge of CSU, state, and federal funding constraints and opportunities. -Knowledge of climate adaptation planning and resiliency principles. -Experience in drafting policy updates and compliance and implementation guidelines. -CSU and local government experience preferred. Application Period Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by October 4, 2024 . Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed. How To Apply Please click "Apply Now" to complete the California State University, Chancellor's Office online employment application. Equal Employment Opportunity The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager at (562) 951-4070. Title IX Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: https://www2.calstate.edu/titleix E-Verify This position requires new hire employment verification to be processed through the E-Verify program administered by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHSUSCIS)' in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). If hired, you will be required to furnish proof that you are legally authorized to work in the United States. The CSU Chancellor’s Office is not a sponsoring agency for staff and Management positions (i.e., H1-B VISAS). COVID19 Vaccination Policy Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all Chancellor’s Office employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Mandated Reporter Per CANRA The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Conflict of Interest The duties of this position will include participation in decisions that may have a material financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, the selected candidate will be required to file Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest when they first occupy the position, and on an annual basis, complete ethics training within 6 months of appointment, and attend this training every other year thereafter. CSU Out of State Employment Policy California State University, Office of the Chancellor, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California. Background The Chancellor's Office policy requires that the selected candidate successfully complete a full background check (including a criminal records check) prior to assuming this position. Advertised: Sep 20 2024 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Sep 21, 2024
Chancellor's Office Statement Join our team at the California State University, Office of the Chancellor, and make a difference in providing access to higher education. We are currently seeking experienced candidates for the position of Scope 3 Emissions Manager . The CSU Chancellor's Office, located on the waterfront adjacent to the Aquarium of the Pacific in downtown Long Beach, is the headquarters for the nation's largest and most diverse system of higher education. The CSU Chancellor's Office offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, and dental plans; a fee waiver education program; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS); and 15 paid holidays a year. Salary The anticipated salary hiring range is up to $7,500 per month, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is $3,938 to $11,703 per month. Classification Administrator I Position Information The California State University, Office of the Chancellor, is seeking a Scope 3 Emissions Manager to manage the strategy for reducing systemwide Scope 3 carbon emissions to achieve carbon neutrality by 2045 in accordance with CSU Sustainability Policy (PolicyStat ID 11699668) and state goals (EO B-55-18). This position will manage and oversee the strategic development of programming related to tracking, reporting, and implementation of initiatives designed to reduce Scope 3 emissions generated by CSU activities, which are estimated to represent the largest proportion of systemwide greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions This position will establish and provide formal direction to campuses for plans, capital projects, and auxiliary activities to integrate Scope 3 mitigation, reduction, and cost-effectiveness best practices. This position will spearhead partnerships as well as the promotion of and advocacy for additional investment in CSU Scope 3 emissions reduction efforts with various internal and external stakeholders. This position is approved for telecommuting (two days telecommuting, three days in office (in-person)) with onsite work at the main headquarters located in Long Beach, California. Responsibilities Under the general direction of the Chief, Energy, Sustainability and Transportation , the Scope 3 Emissions Manager will perform duties as outlined below: Develop and implement a strategy for tracking, reporting, and reducing Scope 3 emissions across the CSU to support systemwide carbon neutrality by 2045: -Conduct comprehensive assessments of Scope 3 processes and emissions across the system, including, but not limited to, transportation, waste, procurement, and supply chain activities. -Evaluate existing Scope 3 emissions data, measurement, and procedures at campuses, peer institutions, and public sector agencies to support strategy development. -Collaborate with CSU stakeholders, including campus Energy Managers, Sustainability Officers, Parking and Transportation Officers, and Procurement Officers, to develop effective and consistent strategies for reducing Scope 3 emissions. -Recommend and update Scope 3 emissions reduction goals, policy changes, and actions for the system and campuses based on current data, best practices, and relevant state and federal regulations. -Develop, establish, and maintain a method for measuring Scope 3 emissions from categories including, but not limited to, campus commuting, business travel, purchased goods and services, waste management, and fuel and energy related activities. Update methodologies and performance metrics as new data and best practices are gathered. -Direct the implementation of projects and program designed to monitor and reduce Scope 3 emissions at campuses. Provide guidance and coordinate across Chancellor’s Office departments and campus staff to implement the Scope 3 emissions reduction strategy and actions. -Monitor relevant legislation, propose legislative action, and formulate positions on pending state and federal legislation affecting CSU Scope 3 efforts. -Identify funding opportunities to support the implementation of reduction strategies, including, but not limited to, external grants, philanthropic donations, and revenue-generating programs. -Establish and update robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track progress towards emission reduction targets and key performance indicators. Facilitate the incorporation of key Scope 3 reporting outputs in the CSU Energy Dashboard, AASHE STARS and Second Nature reports, and develop, as needed, additional public-facing reporting platforms. -Prepare reports and deliver presentations for internal CSU and external stakeholder audiences, including the Board of Trustees, regarding the progress of Scope 3 emissions reduction efforts. Manage systemwide Scope 3 emissions reductions planning and program efforts, including oversight of campus projects and programs: -Facilitate, organize, and lead meetings with internal and external stakeholders and participate on various teams and committees formed to facilitate and increase local and regional transportation options, greenhouse gas emissions reduction, and sustainability goals. -Direct and guide analyst(s) to develop models and compile, maintain, and analyze systemwide data and campus plans to support Scope 3 reduction, cost-effectiveness, and policy compliance. -Delegate methodological and analytical tasks and procedures related to transportation and electrification and transportation demand management to analyst(s) to refine and apply systemwide. -Oversee CSU Transportation and Parking Policy implementation and compliance and manage campus reporting on transportation demand management cost, expenditures, and effectiveness. -Lead Chancellor’s Office staff in developing, maintaining, operating, and improving the AASHE STARS database and tools that will track and report systemwide annual TDM, waste, procurement, EPD, business travel, transmission and distribution loss, etc program effectiveness. -Oversee, guide, and report on campuses’ Alternative Transportation Committee (ATC) activities. Represent the Chancellor’s Office with campus ATCs. -Facilitate and organize Parking and Transportation Affinity Group meetings, and other related duties to promote compliance and awareness of CSU Transportation programs and policy. Provide formal and informal guidance to Chancellor’s Office departments and campus staff to ensure Scope 3 emissions monitoring and reduction strategies are included within campus planning and project development: -Support the Chancellor’s Office Planning and Design Unit in the analysis of Transportation and Parking Needs Assessment studies. Provide analysis to determine the need for additional campus parking capacity and advise on approvals for parking projects. Review and evaluate campus Master Plan updates to ensure that sustainable transportation programs and planning policies are thoroughly incorporated. -Partner with the Chancellor’s Office Environmental Planning staff in navigating the CEQA process for Traffic Impact Analysis and Greenhouse Gas Analysis related to campus Master Plan updates and project and cumulative level impacts. Determine transportation demand management measures to mitigate traffic impacts and maintain campus Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) below regional threshold levels. -Collaborate with Chancellor’s Office Contract Services and Procurement staff in identifying and implementing best practices for monitoring and reducing supply chain emissions resulting from purchased goods and services. -Partner with the Energy Procurement Manager and Carbon Reduction Manager to ensure Scope 3 strategy and programs align with systemwide Scope 1 and Scope 2 efforts to achieve carbon neutrality by 2045. -Work with the Sustainability Program Manager, Grant Program Manager, and campus Emergency Management staff to facilitate Climate Adaptation planning initiatives at the campuses. Recommend revisions to CSU policy to reflect legislative mandates requiring the incorporation of climate change adaptation plans and infrastructure resiliency into campus planning. -Partner with Chancellor’s Office Planning and Design Unit, Construction Services Unit and University Engineer to identify and incorporate best practices for tracking, reporting, and reducing Scope 3 emissions generated by capital good and construction project activity. -Collaborate with CSU auxiliaries, such as campus foundations and parking departments, to adopt and integrate best practices for reducing Scope 3 emissions generated by auxiliary activities. -Advise campus capital planning staff in collaboration with the CSU Delegated Approval Review Team on best practices and building code requirements related to Scope 3 Emissions reductions. -Represent the CSU and Energy, Sustainability and Transportation Unit in higher education, state, regional, and national forums to publicize, partner, and advocate for CSU investments related to Scope 3 emissions reduction. -Negotiate and manage contracts and external vendors to procure goods and services that support the tracking, reporting, and reducing of Scope 3 emissions. -Other duties as assigned by the Manager. Qualifications This position requires: -Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in environmental science, sustainability, public policy, urban planning or a related field -Minimum of 1-3 years of experience working in urban planning, transportation planning, climate action planning or related field. -Strong project management skills, including the ability to plan, implement, and evaluate complex sustainability initiatives. -Demonstrated expertise in greenhouse gas accounting methodologies, including the GHG Protocol, particularly in the context of Scope 3 emissions. -Knowledge of higher education sustainability organizations, reporting frameworks, and policies. -Knowledge of transportation demand management principles and planning terms and policies. -Ability to analyze complex planning problems, articulate and recommend solutions. -Knowledge of the California Environmental Quality Act, legislative mandates impacting GHG and Traffic Impact Analysis under CEQA. -Ability to write reports, memos, and white papers and make presentations. -Experience in the use of Excel for reporting, development of charts, graphs, and import/export data. -Experience with big data analysis platforms relating to transportation behavior and planning, such as StreetLight Data. -Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with Scope 3 professionals, internal and external stakeholders, local and regional agencies, and lead community engagement and outreach efforts. -Ability to travel for the purposes of surveying campuses, attending conferences, and advocating for CSU climate initiatives. -Proficiency with MS Office suite, with advanced skills in Excel, Powerpoint and Word. Preferred Qualifications -Master’s degree in environmental science, sustainability, public policy, urban planning or a related field (i.e. Climate Science) and 4 years of related job experience in sustainability with a focus on emissions reductions. Master’s degree will satisfy Bachelor’s degree requirements in an unrelated field. -Experience working in the CSU system. -Experience with data analysis, statistical methods, processes, and protocols. -Experience with successful climate action grant applications, program implementation, and post-award reporting. -Experience with developing and implementing emissions reduction strategies, preferably within the context of higher education or public agency settings. -Experience with energy benchmarking and reporting tools such as SitelogIQ. -Knowledge of California building codes, particularly in the context of public higher education facilities. -Knowledge of CSU, state, and federal funding constraints and opportunities. -Knowledge of climate adaptation planning and resiliency principles. -Experience in drafting policy updates and compliance and implementation guidelines. -CSU and local government experience preferred. Application Period Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by October 4, 2024 . Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed. How To Apply Please click "Apply Now" to complete the California State University, Chancellor's Office online employment application. Equal Employment Opportunity The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager at (562) 951-4070. Title IX Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: https://www2.calstate.edu/titleix E-Verify This position requires new hire employment verification to be processed through the E-Verify program administered by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHSUSCIS)' in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). If hired, you will be required to furnish proof that you are legally authorized to work in the United States. The CSU Chancellor’s Office is not a sponsoring agency for staff and Management positions (i.e., H1-B VISAS). COVID19 Vaccination Policy Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all Chancellor’s Office employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Mandated Reporter Per CANRA The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Conflict of Interest The duties of this position will include participation in decisions that may have a material financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, the selected candidate will be required to file Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest when they first occupy the position, and on an annual basis, complete ethics training within 6 months of appointment, and attend this training every other year thereafter. CSU Out of State Employment Policy California State University, Office of the Chancellor, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California. Background The Chancellor's Office policy requires that the selected candidate successfully complete a full background check (including a criminal records check) prior to assuming this position. Advertised: Sep 20 2024 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information FILING DATES: September 12, 2024, at 8:00 A.M. (PT) through October 9, 2024 before 5:00 P.M. (PT) NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD, NO EXCEPTIONS. EXAM NUMBER: J2552B TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY REASONS TO JOIN OUR TEAM: Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Los Angeles County offers one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Flexible Benefit Plans - The County provides each employee with a monthly “benefit allowance” they can use to pay for benefits, allowing employees to choose among a variety of pre-tax and after-tax benefits that include Medical and Dental coverage, Group life insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Health care spending accounts, Long-term disability health insurance, Subsidized Dependent Care Spending Accounts. Robust Retirement Packages - Contributory-defined benefit plan; optional tax-deferred income plans that may include a county matching contribution up to 4% of employee’s salary. Generous Maternity and Family Leave Benefits Thirteen (13) paid holidays per year. For more details on employee benefits, please visit https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/ DEFINITION Provides technical leadership or supervision of work involving complex operating systems and associated software, hardware and servers, including midrange or mainframes hosting critical applications in a high-availability environment. These environments require formal change management and problem resolution procedures and comprehensive back-up and recovery solutions. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS This is the principal-level class in the Operating Systems series. Incumbents in this classification generally report to an Information Technology manager. These positions require broad knowledge of operating system and hardware architecture, system capacity, workload, and connectivity. Incumbents perform the most challenging assignments of configuring, analyzing, and maintaining complex operating systems, including configuring, planning, coordinating, and implementing releases, upgrades, or changes to operating systems, servers, and related software. Principal Operating Systems Analysts are expected to use independent judgment in the execution of their duties. These positions analyze the impact of existing or proposed projects on the infrastructure to recommend and/or select the most effective solutions. Principal Operating Systems Analyst positions are distinguished from those of the Senior Operating Systems Analyst by the incumbents serving as technical experts regarding a specific server operating system or highly specialized systems software along with project lead or supervisory responsibilities. Essential Job Functions Supervises the work of a team of Operating Systems Analysts engaged in the installation, configuration, maintenance, and upgrades of server or mainframe-based software and services such as communications services, database management software, storage management solutions, network monitoring and management solutions, messaging systems, and security systems by assigning work, planning, advising, monitoring, motivating, training, supporting, coaching, counseling, and disciplining; ensuring compliance; approving employees' work products; evaluating work performance etc. in order to ensure that: a) quality services are delivered in a timely, efficient, and effective manner and according to applicable Standards, Departmental policies, procedures, and regulations. Provides technical expertiseto project managers, department management, and/or user management, Subject Matter Expert (SME) regarding one or more major system development, implementation, or maintenance efforts by holding group discussions with technical team members/users; conducting research; analyzing logs; etc. in order to advise management on: a) technical alternatives, such as tools, platforms, utilities, and servers and b) problem resolution. Analyzes system performance and conducts capacity planningby gathering performance data in order to provide capacity expansion, technology upgrades/enhancements, provide cost analyses, etc.. Analyzes and resolves the more complex system anomalies and operational problems by investigating and troubleshooting problems with communications services, database management software, storage management solutions, network monitoring and management solutions, messaging systems, and security systems in order to resolve complex issues, improve performance, reliability and availability, and meet service level agreements. Provides architectural designs on Enterprise Solutions, Business continuity, and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions by understanding the current environment/infrastructure; understanding the business requirements; etc. in order to: a) protect and preserve mission/business critical systems and data and b) ensure uninterrupted business operations. Ensures system security(e.g., user privileges, firewalls, authentication servers, proxy servers, etc.)as described in policies and procedures by overseeing the monitoring of intrusion detection systems, device logs (e.g., servers, firewalls, routers, switches, etc.), access control lists, etc.; investigating and escalating breaches in security; performing periodic security checks; coordinating mitigation responses; and providing consultation to lower level staff in order to ensure the integrity and security of the department’s Information Technology infrastructure. Collaborates with application development, systems staff, network engineering and operations, security staff, business stakeholders by gathering requirements; conducting meetings; communicating with all stakeholders; etc. in order to provide Enterprise Solutions. Coordinates and works with vendorsby providing requirements to vendors; conducting meetings; reviewing and analyzing vendor’s solution(s); etc. in order to provide complete Enterprise Solutions. Monitors vendorsby reviewing the statements of work; creating project plans; managing project plans; etc. in order to meet project goals and contract terms and report performance problems to management . Establishes quality assurance proceduresby analyzing procedures; communicating with subject matter experts and information technology staff; writing technical guidelines; etc. in order to: a) document the technical standards for systems/processes and b) expand employee IT knowledge. Performs risk assessment and impact analysisof vendor-provided patches and upgrades by reviewing, analyzing, testing patches/firmware; etc. in order to ensure there are no service interruptions. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS OPTION I : Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree* in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field, AND four (4) years of progressively responsible**, full-time experience*** in a centralized Information Technology organization****, configuring, analyzing, and maintaining complex systems, including configuring, planning, coordinating, and implementing releases, upgrades, or changes to operating systems, servers, and related software, two (2) years of which must be in a complex server environment with formal change management, problem resolution procedures, and back-up and recovery plans. OPTION II : Two (2) years of experience, within the last three years at the level of Los Angeles class of Senior Operating Systems Analyst .***** OPTION III : Five (5) years of recent****** full-time experience*** configuring, analyzing, and maintaining complex systems, including configuring, planning, coordinating, and implementing releases, upgrades, or changes to operating systems, servers, and related software, two (2) years of which must be in a complex server environment with formal change management, problem resolution procedures, and back-up and recovery plans. LICENSE A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION * In order to receive credit for the required degree, you MUST include a legible copy of the official transcripts, official degree , or official lette r from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing, or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of filing your online application . Please submit documentation to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org and indicate your name, the exam title and the exam number. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted to meet the education requirement. ** Progressively responsible experience is defined as experience that demonstrates growth and/or advancement in complexity, difficulty, or level of responsibility. *** Full time experience is evaluated on the basis of a 40-hour work week. **** A centralized Information Technology organization, which is under the direction or guidance of the Chief Information Technology official for the department or major organizational unit, is responsible for providing comprehensive IT services including analysis, design, acquisition, and/or development, implementation, maintenance, or support of information systems; and in which the work performed is in direct relationship to the IT requirements and initiatives of the department or major organizational unit. ***** For a full description of class specifications of Los Angeles County's Senior Operating Systems Analyst (2551) please click the hyperlink on the exam title under Selection Requirements OR go to Department of Human Resources website at http:/hr.lacounty.gov/ and type in the job title or item number under "FIND JOB DESCRIPTIONS" search box. ****** Recent experience is defined as experience within the last five (5) years. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE As part of this application process, applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The questionnaire contains a pre-investigative questionnaire which will be utilized as part of the background investigation process to ensure applicants meet the standards set forth by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Applicants who fail the pre-investigative questionnaire will be disqualified and will have to wait twelve (12) months from the date of the disqualification in order to reapply. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT This examination will consist of two (2) parts: PART I A computerized multiple-choice test and/or simulation asse ssment(s) , weighted 30%, assessing: Responsibility Accepts Others Shows Courtesy Maintains Good Working Relationships Analyzes Information Learns Quickly Works to High Quality Standards Complies with Rules and Regulations Adapts to Change Controls Emotions Works Energetically Achievement Willingness to Learn Management Potential APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AND ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON PART I IN ORDER TO PROCEED TO PART II. PART II A computerized multiple-choice test and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 70%, assessing: Linux Administration New assesses Basic knowledge of Linux types , Installing Linux server, File system and partitions, Linux commands, Creating and managing user accounts, Concepts of kernels and processes, Linux security, Installing and configuring network services, and External hardware Microsoft Windows Server 2012 assesses Active Directory , Administrative Tasks , Computer properties , Configuration and Management , Design and Installation , Local Security Policy , Networking , Security , and Server Management Unix New assesses Basic Commands , Unix architecture , File system , Files handling and file attributes , Grep and sed commands , Awk command , Regular expressions , Shell programming , and Processes VMware vSphere 5 assesses Availability and Load Balancing, Install, Monitoring, Networking, Resource Management, Security, Storage, Troubleshooting, Update Manager, and Virtual Machines. MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT IS NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred. APPLICANTS MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON EACH WEIGHTED PART OF THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST. TEST PREPARATION Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you prepare for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find a Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. Additional online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests . Please note that these resources are intended to provide general information about the types of tests and assessments used by the County of Los Angeles. These resources do not contain details of the exam nor the specific questions you will be asked to answer during the test administration. The exam content section describes the areas assessed by the test and you are invited to study and review whatever material you believe will help you to prepare. VETERAN'S CREDIT If you served in the military and were honorably discharged, you may qualify for Veteran's Credit. To receive this credit, please include a copy of your DD214 Form issued by the branch of service with your application for review. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. SPECIAL INFORMATION SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, INCLUDING FINGERPRINT SEARCH. Examples of disqualifying factors include: Any felony convictions; job related misdemeanor convictions; certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations (3 moving violations in one year; failure to appear; at fault accidents; suspended license; driving under the influence); poor credit history; poor employment history; substance abuse; anyone on probation. ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY IF HIRED The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (Department) has a "zero tolerance" policy for its employees for the following: use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription. Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge. VACANCY INFORMATION The eligible list resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Technology & Support Division, Data Systems Bureau. AVAILABLE SHIFT Any Shift APPOINTEES MUST BE WILLING TO WORK ANY SHIFT, INCLUDING EVENINGS, NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, AND HOLIDAYS. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY - APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. TO ENSURE THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY SUBMITTED, YOU MUST HAVE RECEIVED A CONFIRMATION EMAIL AS VERIFICATION. All applicants are required to submit a Standard County of Los Angeles Employment application and supplemental questionnaire ONLINE only. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of applications, although resumes and supporting documents may be uploaded as attachments to the online application. Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. All information is subject to verification and applications may be rejected at any time during the selection process. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS and you have completely filled out your application. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Your application and supplemental questionnaire must be submitted electronically by Wednesday, October 9, 2024, before 5:00 P.M. PT. NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD, NO EXCEPTIONS. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 P.M. (PT) deadline on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing V ERBIAGE from Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. CORRESPONDENCE AND UPDATES WILL BE SENT VIA E-MAIL All notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add svyiu@lasd.org , yrodriguez@hr.lacounty.gov, talentcentral@shl.com, donot-reply@amcatmail.com and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit govenmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records. NOTE: Candidates who apply online must upload any required documents as attachments during application submission. If you are unable to attach the required documents, you may fax the documents to (323) 415-2580 or email any outstanding documents to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of application filing . Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection. Please include your Name, the Exam Number, and the Exam Title on the faxed documents. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal Law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 229-1621 Teletype Phone: (213) 626-0251 Department Contact Name: Professional Examinations Unit Department Contact Phone: (323) 526-5611 Department Contact Email: sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org For more information on Employment Information, click on the link below. http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: 10/9/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Sep 12, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information FILING DATES: September 12, 2024, at 8:00 A.M. (PT) through October 9, 2024 before 5:00 P.M. (PT) NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD, NO EXCEPTIONS. EXAM NUMBER: J2552B TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY REASONS TO JOIN OUR TEAM: Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Los Angeles County offers one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Flexible Benefit Plans - The County provides each employee with a monthly “benefit allowance” they can use to pay for benefits, allowing employees to choose among a variety of pre-tax and after-tax benefits that include Medical and Dental coverage, Group life insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Health care spending accounts, Long-term disability health insurance, Subsidized Dependent Care Spending Accounts. Robust Retirement Packages - Contributory-defined benefit plan; optional tax-deferred income plans that may include a county matching contribution up to 4% of employee’s salary. Generous Maternity and Family Leave Benefits Thirteen (13) paid holidays per year. For more details on employee benefits, please visit https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/ DEFINITION Provides technical leadership or supervision of work involving complex operating systems and associated software, hardware and servers, including midrange or mainframes hosting critical applications in a high-availability environment. These environments require formal change management and problem resolution procedures and comprehensive back-up and recovery solutions. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS This is the principal-level class in the Operating Systems series. Incumbents in this classification generally report to an Information Technology manager. These positions require broad knowledge of operating system and hardware architecture, system capacity, workload, and connectivity. Incumbents perform the most challenging assignments of configuring, analyzing, and maintaining complex operating systems, including configuring, planning, coordinating, and implementing releases, upgrades, or changes to operating systems, servers, and related software. Principal Operating Systems Analysts are expected to use independent judgment in the execution of their duties. These positions analyze the impact of existing or proposed projects on the infrastructure to recommend and/or select the most effective solutions. Principal Operating Systems Analyst positions are distinguished from those of the Senior Operating Systems Analyst by the incumbents serving as technical experts regarding a specific server operating system or highly specialized systems software along with project lead or supervisory responsibilities. Essential Job Functions Supervises the work of a team of Operating Systems Analysts engaged in the installation, configuration, maintenance, and upgrades of server or mainframe-based software and services such as communications services, database management software, storage management solutions, network monitoring and management solutions, messaging systems, and security systems by assigning work, planning, advising, monitoring, motivating, training, supporting, coaching, counseling, and disciplining; ensuring compliance; approving employees' work products; evaluating work performance etc. in order to ensure that: a) quality services are delivered in a timely, efficient, and effective manner and according to applicable Standards, Departmental policies, procedures, and regulations. Provides technical expertiseto project managers, department management, and/or user management, Subject Matter Expert (SME) regarding one or more major system development, implementation, or maintenance efforts by holding group discussions with technical team members/users; conducting research; analyzing logs; etc. in order to advise management on: a) technical alternatives, such as tools, platforms, utilities, and servers and b) problem resolution. Analyzes system performance and conducts capacity planningby gathering performance data in order to provide capacity expansion, technology upgrades/enhancements, provide cost analyses, etc.. Analyzes and resolves the more complex system anomalies and operational problems by investigating and troubleshooting problems with communications services, database management software, storage management solutions, network monitoring and management solutions, messaging systems, and security systems in order to resolve complex issues, improve performance, reliability and availability, and meet service level agreements. Provides architectural designs on Enterprise Solutions, Business continuity, and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions by understanding the current environment/infrastructure; understanding the business requirements; etc. in order to: a) protect and preserve mission/business critical systems and data and b) ensure uninterrupted business operations. Ensures system security(e.g., user privileges, firewalls, authentication servers, proxy servers, etc.)as described in policies and procedures by overseeing the monitoring of intrusion detection systems, device logs (e.g., servers, firewalls, routers, switches, etc.), access control lists, etc.; investigating and escalating breaches in security; performing periodic security checks; coordinating mitigation responses; and providing consultation to lower level staff in order to ensure the integrity and security of the department’s Information Technology infrastructure. Collaborates with application development, systems staff, network engineering and operations, security staff, business stakeholders by gathering requirements; conducting meetings; communicating with all stakeholders; etc. in order to provide Enterprise Solutions. Coordinates and works with vendorsby providing requirements to vendors; conducting meetings; reviewing and analyzing vendor’s solution(s); etc. in order to provide complete Enterprise Solutions. Monitors vendorsby reviewing the statements of work; creating project plans; managing project plans; etc. in order to meet project goals and contract terms and report performance problems to management . Establishes quality assurance proceduresby analyzing procedures; communicating with subject matter experts and information technology staff; writing technical guidelines; etc. in order to: a) document the technical standards for systems/processes and b) expand employee IT knowledge. Performs risk assessment and impact analysisof vendor-provided patches and upgrades by reviewing, analyzing, testing patches/firmware; etc. in order to ensure there are no service interruptions. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS OPTION I : Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree* in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field, AND four (4) years of progressively responsible**, full-time experience*** in a centralized Information Technology organization****, configuring, analyzing, and maintaining complex systems, including configuring, planning, coordinating, and implementing releases, upgrades, or changes to operating systems, servers, and related software, two (2) years of which must be in a complex server environment with formal change management, problem resolution procedures, and back-up and recovery plans. OPTION II : Two (2) years of experience, within the last three years at the level of Los Angeles class of Senior Operating Systems Analyst .***** OPTION III : Five (5) years of recent****** full-time experience*** configuring, analyzing, and maintaining complex systems, including configuring, planning, coordinating, and implementing releases, upgrades, or changes to operating systems, servers, and related software, two (2) years of which must be in a complex server environment with formal change management, problem resolution procedures, and back-up and recovery plans. LICENSE A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION * In order to receive credit for the required degree, you MUST include a legible copy of the official transcripts, official degree , or official lette r from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing, or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of filing your online application . Please submit documentation to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org and indicate your name, the exam title and the exam number. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted to meet the education requirement. ** Progressively responsible experience is defined as experience that demonstrates growth and/or advancement in complexity, difficulty, or level of responsibility. *** Full time experience is evaluated on the basis of a 40-hour work week. **** A centralized Information Technology organization, which is under the direction or guidance of the Chief Information Technology official for the department or major organizational unit, is responsible for providing comprehensive IT services including analysis, design, acquisition, and/or development, implementation, maintenance, or support of information systems; and in which the work performed is in direct relationship to the IT requirements and initiatives of the department or major organizational unit. ***** For a full description of class specifications of Los Angeles County's Senior Operating Systems Analyst (2551) please click the hyperlink on the exam title under Selection Requirements OR go to Department of Human Resources website at http:/hr.lacounty.gov/ and type in the job title or item number under "FIND JOB DESCRIPTIONS" search box. ****** Recent experience is defined as experience within the last five (5) years. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE As part of this application process, applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The questionnaire contains a pre-investigative questionnaire which will be utilized as part of the background investigation process to ensure applicants meet the standards set forth by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Applicants who fail the pre-investigative questionnaire will be disqualified and will have to wait twelve (12) months from the date of the disqualification in order to reapply. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT This examination will consist of two (2) parts: PART I A computerized multiple-choice test and/or simulation asse ssment(s) , weighted 30%, assessing: Responsibility Accepts Others Shows Courtesy Maintains Good Working Relationships Analyzes Information Learns Quickly Works to High Quality Standards Complies with Rules and Regulations Adapts to Change Controls Emotions Works Energetically Achievement Willingness to Learn Management Potential APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AND ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON PART I IN ORDER TO PROCEED TO PART II. PART II A computerized multiple-choice test and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 70%, assessing: Linux Administration New assesses Basic knowledge of Linux types , Installing Linux server, File system and partitions, Linux commands, Creating and managing user accounts, Concepts of kernels and processes, Linux security, Installing and configuring network services, and External hardware Microsoft Windows Server 2012 assesses Active Directory , Administrative Tasks , Computer properties , Configuration and Management , Design and Installation , Local Security Policy , Networking , Security , and Server Management Unix New assesses Basic Commands , Unix architecture , File system , Files handling and file attributes , Grep and sed commands , Awk command , Regular expressions , Shell programming , and Processes VMware vSphere 5 assesses Availability and Load Balancing, Install, Monitoring, Networking, Resource Management, Security, Storage, Troubleshooting, Update Manager, and Virtual Machines. MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT IS NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred. APPLICANTS MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON EACH WEIGHTED PART OF THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST. TEST PREPARATION Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you prepare for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find a Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. Additional online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests . Please note that these resources are intended to provide general information about the types of tests and assessments used by the County of Los Angeles. These resources do not contain details of the exam nor the specific questions you will be asked to answer during the test administration. The exam content section describes the areas assessed by the test and you are invited to study and review whatever material you believe will help you to prepare. VETERAN'S CREDIT If you served in the military and were honorably discharged, you may qualify for Veteran's Credit. To receive this credit, please include a copy of your DD214 Form issued by the branch of service with your application for review. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. SPECIAL INFORMATION SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, INCLUDING FINGERPRINT SEARCH. Examples of disqualifying factors include: Any felony convictions; job related misdemeanor convictions; certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations (3 moving violations in one year; failure to appear; at fault accidents; suspended license; driving under the influence); poor credit history; poor employment history; substance abuse; anyone on probation. ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY IF HIRED The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (Department) has a "zero tolerance" policy for its employees for the following: use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription. Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge. VACANCY INFORMATION The eligible list resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Technology & Support Division, Data Systems Bureau. AVAILABLE SHIFT Any Shift APPOINTEES MUST BE WILLING TO WORK ANY SHIFT, INCLUDING EVENINGS, NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, AND HOLIDAYS. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY - APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. TO ENSURE THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY SUBMITTED, YOU MUST HAVE RECEIVED A CONFIRMATION EMAIL AS VERIFICATION. All applicants are required to submit a Standard County of Los Angeles Employment application and supplemental questionnaire ONLINE only. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of applications, although resumes and supporting documents may be uploaded as attachments to the online application. Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. All information is subject to verification and applications may be rejected at any time during the selection process. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS and you have completely filled out your application. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Your application and supplemental questionnaire must be submitted electronically by Wednesday, October 9, 2024, before 5:00 P.M. PT. NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD, NO EXCEPTIONS. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 P.M. (PT) deadline on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing V ERBIAGE from Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. CORRESPONDENCE AND UPDATES WILL BE SENT VIA E-MAIL All notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add svyiu@lasd.org , yrodriguez@hr.lacounty.gov, talentcentral@shl.com, donot-reply@amcatmail.com and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit govenmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records. NOTE: Candidates who apply online must upload any required documents as attachments during application submission. If you are unable to attach the required documents, you may fax the documents to (323) 415-2580 or email any outstanding documents to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of application filing . Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection. Please include your Name, the Exam Number, and the Exam Title on the faxed documents. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal Law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 229-1621 Teletype Phone: (213) 626-0251 Department Contact Name: Professional Examinations Unit Department Contact Phone: (323) 526-5611 Department Contact Email: sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org For more information on Employment Information, click on the link below. http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: 10/9/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Sr. Director, Health Equity (Sr. Director) CalOptima CalOptima Health is seeking a highly motivated an experienced Sr. Director, Health Equity (Sr. Director) to join our team. The Sr. Director of Health Equity is responsible for leading the development and implementation of community outreach and member engagement strategies designed to address identified health inequities. The incumbent will be responsible for directly assisting the Chief Health Equity Officer (CHEO) in developing, implementing, analyzing, and refining the CalOptima Health goals and objectives related to health equity (HE). The incumbent will partner with the CHEO, Executive Director of Equity and Community Health and other leaders to strengthen the organization's commitment and strategy to advance health equity and reduce health disparities of our member population, as well as to remain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization. The incumbent will assist in raising awareness of health inequities within our membership and establish plans to address them. The incumbent will drive the imbedding and communication of health equity strategies across stakeholder groups, such as CalOptima Health's Board of Directors, employees, members, and the local community. The incumbent will build and maintain strong relationships with CalOptima Health employees, providers, and local stakeholders who will help to combat inequities. Position Information: Department: Equity and Community Health Salary Grade: 324 - $216,737 - $346,778 ($104.20 - $166.7201) Work Arrangement: Partial Telework **This position is eligible for telework in California.** Duties & Responsibilities: 50% - Leadership Functions Participates in a mission-driven culture of high-quality performance, with a member focus on customer service, consistency, dignity and accountability. Assists the team in carrying out department responsibilities and collaborates with others to support short- and long-term goals/priorities for the department. Plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates the CalOptima Health approach to health equity. Manages direct reports, including hiring, planning, design, implementation, training, and reporting of specified health equity initiatives. Mentors the professional performance and development of subordinate staff. Works collaboratively and promotes teamwork within assigned departments as well as with other departments to achieve effective message delivery, both internally and externally, through a variety of communication tools. Promotes a positive, mission-driven, public image of CalOptima Health with local and federal (as applicable) leaders. Serves as primary backup for the CHEO and attends regular health equity meetings with key constituents to build relationships, share best practices and health equity tactics, hear feedback, continually improve the health equity plan, and provide quality resources or services that add value for CalOptima Health members. Oversees the development of department policies and procedures to ensure health equity focus. Helps ensure employees, subcontractors, and Network Provider department staff receive mandatory diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) training. Serves as a resource to departmental staff, internal departments, CalOptima Health providers, health networks, and the community. Provides oversight to the creation and implementation of programs and initiatives that support underrepresented populations, promote health equity, and address social determinants of health. 45% - Program Oversight Coordinates community initiatives aimed at advancing and aligning the health equity strategy and tactical workplan to reduce health disparities among specified populations. Researches evidence-based practices and nationally recognized criteria. Helps design and recommends opportunities to enhance efforts through scaling best practices, technology platforms or other culturally relevant modes of communication, and insights and perspectives generated by impacted and diverse stakeholders. Works collaboratively with internal and external partners and with external stakeholders and community organizations to address identified priority disparities and improve health quality and outcomes. Participates in strategy and program development across the organization and in the community to ensure that health equity is prioritized and addressed through internal health plan functions, operations, and external partnerships and initiatives. Works collaboratively with senior management teams at CalOptima Health and partners with agencies to ensure the strategic priorities of the organization are met. Facilitates community outreach strategies and partnerships towards health equity and best practices by identifying and addressing ethnic, cultural, or racial disparities in health quality and outcomes. Provides support in the design and implementation of CalOptima Health strategies and programs to ensure health equity is prioritized and addressed. Works with the CHEO and other leaders to ensure CalOptima Health's compliance with the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) and the Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC) on regulatory and contractual requirements. Tracks and analyze trends in healthcare disparities that impact our members. Engages and collaborates with the CHEO, leaders and staff, subcontractors, network providers and entities, including but not limited to, local community-based organizations, the local health department, behavioral health and social services, child welfare systems, and members of health equity efforts and initiatives. Assists with reviewing CalOptima Health policies and procedures to ensure they continually promote health equity where possible. Interprets research and helps implement strategies designed to identify and address root causes of health inequities throughout CalOptima Health's service area, which includes but is not limited to systemic racism, social determinants of health, and infrastructure barriers. Supports the development and implementation of targeted interventions to address and eliminate health inequities and disparities. Participates in state and industry work groups such as DHCS, DMHC, California Health Care Foundation (CHCF), National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), Association for Community Affiliated Plans (ACAP), and California Association of Health Plans (CAHP)to expand influence on benefit design, regulations, and policy direction. 5% - Completes other projects and duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in social work promoting equity, inclusion and social justice is required PLUS 6 years of related experience in the health care industry required; an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position such as those listed above may also be qualifying. 5 years of progressive supervisory/management experience. 5 years of experience in advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion in health care and/or other settings, and an interest and involvement in the affairs of the health care community. 5 years of experience in developing and implementing initiatives/programs related to health equity. Preferred Qualifications: Direct work experience with the vulnerable and at-risk communities in Orange County. Bilingual in English and in one of CalOptima Health's defined threshold languages (Arabic, Farsi, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese). 5 years of experience advocating for and implementing change within a multicultural environment, preferably with some experience in project planning, developing, and implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, managing outcomes, and using data to inform continuous decision-making and improvement. Experience facilitating large multi-stakeholder collaborations related to health equity is a plus. Proven track record of successful project and program leadership. Experience with historically underrepresented, low-income, traditionally disenfranchised, and differently labeled populations in diverse environments. Required Licensure / Certifications: Valid driver's license and vehicle or other approved means of transportation, an acceptable driving record and current auto insurance will be required for work away from the primary office approximately 40% of the time. Knowledge & Abilities: Develop rapport and establish and maintain effective working relationships with CalOptima Health's leadership and staff and external contacts at all levels and with diverse backgrounds. Work independently and exercise sound judgment. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Work a flexible schedule; available to participate in evening and weekend events. Organize, be analytical, problem-solve and possess project management skills. Work in a fast-paced environment and in an efficient manner. Manage multiple projects and identify opportunities for internal and external collaboration. Motivate and lead multi-program teams and external committees/coalitions. Utilize computer and appropriate software (e.g., Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and job specific applications/systems to produce correspondence, charts, spreadsheets, and/or other information applicable to the position assignment. Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations): Ability to visually read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information. Ability to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication. Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions. Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting. Lifting and moving objects, patients and/or equipment 10 to 25 pounds Work Environment: If located at the 500, 505 Building or a remote work location: Work is typically indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours, with travel as needed. There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate. If located at PACE: Work is typically indoors in a clinical setting serving the frail and elderly. There may be harmful or hazardous environmental conditions present for this job. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud. If located in the Community: Work is typically indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours, with travel as needed. Employee will occasionally work outdoors in varied temperatures. There may be harmful or hazardous environmental conditions present for this job. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud. About CalOptima Health: CalOptima Health is the single largest health plan in Orange County, serving one in four residents. Our motto - "Better. Together." - is at the heart of our mission to serve members with excellence, dignity and respect. We are a public agency made up of compassionate leaders and professionals working together to strengthen our community's health. We are continuing to build a culture that promotes diversity and inclusion within our community where employees have a sense of belonging, and are valued for their ideas, contributions, and their unique individual perspectives they bring. CalOptima Health has been recognized as one of Orange County's best places to work, so we know there is something special about our organization. It is why people choose to work here and why they choose to stay! About our Benefits & Wellness options: At CalOptima Health, we know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), low-cost medical/vision/dental insurance options, and paid time off. To support quality work-life balance, we allow flexible scheduling during core business hours, telework options for some positions, work schedules that allow every other Monday or Friday off (9/80 schedule), and a wellness program featuring diverse activities. Additionally, CalOptima Health contributes 4% of pensionable earnings to a 401(a) retirement program with no required employee contribution. For those who are interested in additional retirement savings, employees have access to 457(b) retirement plans with pre/post-tax contribution options. For more information, please click on the 2024 CalOptima Health Benefits Guide regarding our comprehensive benefits and wellness package. IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is September 19, 2024 at 9:00 PM (PST). Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date. The selection process may include, but is not limited to, a skills assessment, phone screen and interview. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and if applicable also pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug screening). Internal CalOptima Health applicants should apply through InfoNet. Communication regarding your application will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email, including your SPAM folder, regularly throughout the recruitment process. You can also visit your candidate portal to receive the most up to date status of your application. CalOptima Health is committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse staff, where we will honor your unique experiences, identity, and perspectives. Our organization strives to create and maintain a workplace environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming so we can truly be Better Together. CalOptima Health is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit. CalOptima Health wants to have qualified employees in every job position. CalOptima Health prohibits unlawful discrimination against any employee, or applicant for employment, based on race, religion/religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transitioning status, age, sexual orientation, immigration status, military status as a disabled veteran, or veteran of the Vietnam era, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. CalOptima Health also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has, or is perceived as having, any of those characteristics. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation at (714) 246-8400 if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. To apply, please visit: https://jobs.caloptima.org/jobs/sr-director-health-equity-sr-director-505-city-parkway-west-california-united-states Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-831eb5f187d0be429363dee4377aa0f7
Sep 07, 2024
Sr. Director, Health Equity (Sr. Director) CalOptima CalOptima Health is seeking a highly motivated an experienced Sr. Director, Health Equity (Sr. Director) to join our team. The Sr. Director of Health Equity is responsible for leading the development and implementation of community outreach and member engagement strategies designed to address identified health inequities. The incumbent will be responsible for directly assisting the Chief Health Equity Officer (CHEO) in developing, implementing, analyzing, and refining the CalOptima Health goals and objectives related to health equity (HE). The incumbent will partner with the CHEO, Executive Director of Equity and Community Health and other leaders to strengthen the organization's commitment and strategy to advance health equity and reduce health disparities of our member population, as well as to remain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization. The incumbent will assist in raising awareness of health inequities within our membership and establish plans to address them. The incumbent will drive the imbedding and communication of health equity strategies across stakeholder groups, such as CalOptima Health's Board of Directors, employees, members, and the local community. The incumbent will build and maintain strong relationships with CalOptima Health employees, providers, and local stakeholders who will help to combat inequities. Position Information: Department: Equity and Community Health Salary Grade: 324 - $216,737 - $346,778 ($104.20 - $166.7201) Work Arrangement: Partial Telework **This position is eligible for telework in California.** Duties & Responsibilities: 50% - Leadership Functions Participates in a mission-driven culture of high-quality performance, with a member focus on customer service, consistency, dignity and accountability. Assists the team in carrying out department responsibilities and collaborates with others to support short- and long-term goals/priorities for the department. Plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates the CalOptima Health approach to health equity. Manages direct reports, including hiring, planning, design, implementation, training, and reporting of specified health equity initiatives. Mentors the professional performance and development of subordinate staff. Works collaboratively and promotes teamwork within assigned departments as well as with other departments to achieve effective message delivery, both internally and externally, through a variety of communication tools. Promotes a positive, mission-driven, public image of CalOptima Health with local and federal (as applicable) leaders. Serves as primary backup for the CHEO and attends regular health equity meetings with key constituents to build relationships, share best practices and health equity tactics, hear feedback, continually improve the health equity plan, and provide quality resources or services that add value for CalOptima Health members. Oversees the development of department policies and procedures to ensure health equity focus. Helps ensure employees, subcontractors, and Network Provider department staff receive mandatory diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) training. Serves as a resource to departmental staff, internal departments, CalOptima Health providers, health networks, and the community. Provides oversight to the creation and implementation of programs and initiatives that support underrepresented populations, promote health equity, and address social determinants of health. 45% - Program Oversight Coordinates community initiatives aimed at advancing and aligning the health equity strategy and tactical workplan to reduce health disparities among specified populations. Researches evidence-based practices and nationally recognized criteria. Helps design and recommends opportunities to enhance efforts through scaling best practices, technology platforms or other culturally relevant modes of communication, and insights and perspectives generated by impacted and diverse stakeholders. Works collaboratively with internal and external partners and with external stakeholders and community organizations to address identified priority disparities and improve health quality and outcomes. Participates in strategy and program development across the organization and in the community to ensure that health equity is prioritized and addressed through internal health plan functions, operations, and external partnerships and initiatives. Works collaboratively with senior management teams at CalOptima Health and partners with agencies to ensure the strategic priorities of the organization are met. Facilitates community outreach strategies and partnerships towards health equity and best practices by identifying and addressing ethnic, cultural, or racial disparities in health quality and outcomes. Provides support in the design and implementation of CalOptima Health strategies and programs to ensure health equity is prioritized and addressed. Works with the CHEO and other leaders to ensure CalOptima Health's compliance with the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) and the Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC) on regulatory and contractual requirements. Tracks and analyze trends in healthcare disparities that impact our members. Engages and collaborates with the CHEO, leaders and staff, subcontractors, network providers and entities, including but not limited to, local community-based organizations, the local health department, behavioral health and social services, child welfare systems, and members of health equity efforts and initiatives. Assists with reviewing CalOptima Health policies and procedures to ensure they continually promote health equity where possible. Interprets research and helps implement strategies designed to identify and address root causes of health inequities throughout CalOptima Health's service area, which includes but is not limited to systemic racism, social determinants of health, and infrastructure barriers. Supports the development and implementation of targeted interventions to address and eliminate health inequities and disparities. Participates in state and industry work groups such as DHCS, DMHC, California Health Care Foundation (CHCF), National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), Association for Community Affiliated Plans (ACAP), and California Association of Health Plans (CAHP)to expand influence on benefit design, regulations, and policy direction. 5% - Completes other projects and duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in social work promoting equity, inclusion and social justice is required PLUS 6 years of related experience in the health care industry required; an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position such as those listed above may also be qualifying. 5 years of progressive supervisory/management experience. 5 years of experience in advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion in health care and/or other settings, and an interest and involvement in the affairs of the health care community. 5 years of experience in developing and implementing initiatives/programs related to health equity. Preferred Qualifications: Direct work experience with the vulnerable and at-risk communities in Orange County. Bilingual in English and in one of CalOptima Health's defined threshold languages (Arabic, Farsi, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese). 5 years of experience advocating for and implementing change within a multicultural environment, preferably with some experience in project planning, developing, and implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, managing outcomes, and using data to inform continuous decision-making and improvement. Experience facilitating large multi-stakeholder collaborations related to health equity is a plus. Proven track record of successful project and program leadership. Experience with historically underrepresented, low-income, traditionally disenfranchised, and differently labeled populations in diverse environments. Required Licensure / Certifications: Valid driver's license and vehicle or other approved means of transportation, an acceptable driving record and current auto insurance will be required for work away from the primary office approximately 40% of the time. Knowledge & Abilities: Develop rapport and establish and maintain effective working relationships with CalOptima Health's leadership and staff and external contacts at all levels and with diverse backgrounds. Work independently and exercise sound judgment. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Work a flexible schedule; available to participate in evening and weekend events. Organize, be analytical, problem-solve and possess project management skills. Work in a fast-paced environment and in an efficient manner. Manage multiple projects and identify opportunities for internal and external collaboration. Motivate and lead multi-program teams and external committees/coalitions. Utilize computer and appropriate software (e.g., Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and job specific applications/systems to produce correspondence, charts, spreadsheets, and/or other information applicable to the position assignment. Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations): Ability to visually read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information. Ability to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication. Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions. Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting. Lifting and moving objects, patients and/or equipment 10 to 25 pounds Work Environment: If located at the 500, 505 Building or a remote work location: Work is typically indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours, with travel as needed. There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate. If located at PACE: Work is typically indoors in a clinical setting serving the frail and elderly. There may be harmful or hazardous environmental conditions present for this job. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud. If located in the Community: Work is typically indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours, with travel as needed. Employee will occasionally work outdoors in varied temperatures. There may be harmful or hazardous environmental conditions present for this job. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud. About CalOptima Health: CalOptima Health is the single largest health plan in Orange County, serving one in four residents. Our motto - "Better. Together." - is at the heart of our mission to serve members with excellence, dignity and respect. We are a public agency made up of compassionate leaders and professionals working together to strengthen our community's health. We are continuing to build a culture that promotes diversity and inclusion within our community where employees have a sense of belonging, and are valued for their ideas, contributions, and their unique individual perspectives they bring. CalOptima Health has been recognized as one of Orange County's best places to work, so we know there is something special about our organization. It is why people choose to work here and why they choose to stay! About our Benefits & Wellness options: At CalOptima Health, we know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), low-cost medical/vision/dental insurance options, and paid time off. To support quality work-life balance, we allow flexible scheduling during core business hours, telework options for some positions, work schedules that allow every other Monday or Friday off (9/80 schedule), and a wellness program featuring diverse activities. Additionally, CalOptima Health contributes 4% of pensionable earnings to a 401(a) retirement program with no required employee contribution. For those who are interested in additional retirement savings, employees have access to 457(b) retirement plans with pre/post-tax contribution options. For more information, please click on the 2024 CalOptima Health Benefits Guide regarding our comprehensive benefits and wellness package. IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is September 19, 2024 at 9:00 PM (PST). Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date. The selection process may include, but is not limited to, a skills assessment, phone screen and interview. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and if applicable also pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug screening). Internal CalOptima Health applicants should apply through InfoNet. Communication regarding your application will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email, including your SPAM folder, regularly throughout the recruitment process. You can also visit your candidate portal to receive the most up to date status of your application. CalOptima Health is committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse staff, where we will honor your unique experiences, identity, and perspectives. Our organization strives to create and maintain a workplace environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming so we can truly be Better Together. CalOptima Health is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit. CalOptima Health wants to have qualified employees in every job position. CalOptima Health prohibits unlawful discrimination against any employee, or applicant for employment, based on race, religion/religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transitioning status, age, sexual orientation, immigration status, military status as a disabled veteran, or veteran of the Vietnam era, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. CalOptima Health also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has, or is perceived as having, any of those characteristics. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation at (714) 246-8400 if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. To apply, please visit: https://jobs.caloptima.org/jobs/sr-director-health-equity-sr-director-505-city-parkway-west-california-united-states Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-831eb5f187d0be429363dee4377aa0f7
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 36 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more. Open Competitive Job Opportunity Exam Number : Y2594D-R Ready to join the County team? We are accepting applications starting Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at 8:00 AM (PT). This recruitment will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. Apply to this posting and join our ever-growing and diverse workforce. We're seeking individuals that can: Lead highly specialized, integrated, complex information systems analysis to design, test, integrate, and implement one or more of the following Electronic Health Records (EHR) components: Registration, Admitting, Discharge, Transfer, (R/ADT) and Enterprise Master Patient Index (EMPI); Patient Acuity; Patient Scheduling; Nurse Scheduling; Time capture; training; clinical applications; or ancillary services applications such as lab, radiology, and pharmacy. Provides technical leadership in IT strategic planning, business automation planning, and business process improvements. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits. Essential Job Functions Identifies user, functional, and technical requirements for information systems by conducting user interviews; performing workflow analysis; performing data analysis; identifying patterns in system and/or user errors; identifying roles and access privileges; testing the functionality of modules, components, and/or entire information systems; creating, reviewing and updating training materials; identifying and resolving potential problems, and assisting in the implementation and conversion project plans for new information systems and/or enhancements. Leads highly specialized complex information system analysis for an integrated system which includes designing, testing, training, IT project management, and implementation of various EHR modules including but not limited to: Registration, Scheduling, Lab, Radiology, and Pharmacy by conducting workflow data analysis, data mapping and integration sessions to support and enhance the enterprise electronic health record system that will provide patient care in a safe and efficient manner. Documents process flows and standardizes existing and future process flow improvements by conducting data collection and meetings with the subject matter experts to gain full understanding of system usability. Acts as a technical liaison between various stakeholders of information systems (e.g., users, departmental leaders, project managers, vendors, programmers) by serving as the point of contact with respect to information system-related projects and functions; providing and receiving information; and conveying the needs, requirements, and technical information of the parties involved to facilitate and/or interpret communication between various stakeholders. Coordinates information systems projects by collaborating with stakeholders of information systems (e.g., users, departmental leaders, project managers, vendors, programmers); monitoring progress on various assignments related to the project(s); providing management with status updates; using appropriate methods to ensure the completion and successful implementation, integration, transition, and/or efficiency of new information systems and/or information system enhancements. Monitors vendor performance by reviewing Statement of Works (SOWs), tracking project timelines, and reporting status to management. Provides orientation and/or technical training to various users by teaching functions, procedures, and processes of the electronic health record (EHR) system to provide individuals with the necessary information to operate, maintain, and/or support information systems. Supervises several subordinate Information Systems Analysts by performing a full range of administrative and supervisory tasks, which includes advising, motivating, training, supporting, coaching, mentoring, and disciplining employees; delegating assignments to subordinate staff; monitoring, reviewing, and evaluating employees’ work products and performance; monitoring adherence to project plans and delivery schedules; and conducting staff meetings to ensure that quality service is delivered in a timely and productive manner, supports business goals and objectives, and complies with countywide and departmental policies and procedures. Supervises a technical team by providing technical guidance and oversight on routine to complex projects, assignments, and issues related to information systems analysis and makes decisions in the absence of other supervisory staff (equivalent level classification) as needed. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Option I: Graduation from an accredited* institution with a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, AND four (4) years within the last six (6) years of progressively more responsible,** full-time experience in a centralized healthcare related information technology organization*** with knowledge and experience in healthcare related systems**** at a medium-to-large public or private healthcare organization***** performing information systems analysis and design for complex systems.****** Option II: Two (2) years within the last three (3) years of experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Senior Information Systems Analyst******* with knowledge and experience in healthcare related systems**** in a centralized healthcare related information technology organization.*** Option III: Five (5) years within the last six (6) years of progressively responsible,** full-time experience in a centralized healthcare related information technology organization*** with knowledge and experience in healthcare related systems**** at a medium-to-large public or private healthcare organization***** performing information systems analysis and design for complex systems.****** License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class: 2-Light. Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Special Requirement Information: * In order to receive credit for a Bachelor's or higher degree, you mu st provide at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the last day of filing a legible copy of your official diploma/transcripts/letter from an accredited institution that shows the area of specialization. If you are unable to attach the required documents, you must email them to jmacam @hr.lacounty.gov. Please include exam number and exam title in your email. Applications received without proof of the required degree(s) will not be considered as meeting the stated requirements under Option I. For more information regarding education, please see the Employment Information document on the LA County Jobs website. **Progressively responsible experience is defined as is a significant increase in the complexity and the scope of responsibility. *** Centralized healthcare related IT organization is defined as a unit or department that provides comprehensive IT services such as analysis, design, acquisition, development, implementation, maintenance, and/or support of information systems, under the direction or guidance of the organization’s Chief IT official in a healthcare related IT organization . ****Healthcare related systems includes: Registration, Admitting, Discharge, Transfer (R/ADT), Patient Scheduling (PS), Training, clinical applications, ancillary services applications such as lab, radiology, and pharmacy; performing information systems analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, and maintenance of large complex enterprise application (clinic and/or financial) systems. *****Medium to large healthcare organization is defined as a healthcare organization with more than one site and/or more than one set of clinical services and a hospital, such as a hospital or Ambulatory Care Network. ******Complex systems is defined as having experience in more than one healthcare functional solution (i.e., registration, scheduling, lab, rad, pharmacy, OR, ambulatory, practice management, maternal-fetal, ED, urgent care, cardiology, Behavioral Health, Rehab, Health Information Exchange, revenue cycle, HIM, population health, care management) *******Experience at the level of the Los Angeles County's class of Senior Information Systems Analyst is defined as, responsible for and provides specialized information systems analysis, including the definition of user requirements, feasibility studies, design, program specifications, testing, and implementation. For a complete description of the class specification, please click on the title hyperlink. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING. NO WITHHOLD IS ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. Desirable Qualifications: Certification* from the Project Management Institute (PMI) as a Project Management Professional (PMP). Experience in support of EHR/EMR (Electronic Medical Record) modules/applications. Experience in leading one or more technical teams completing the EHR/EMR implementation support such as the Cerner Millennium System. Experience in Enterprise Master Patient Index (EMPI) related systems. Additional Information Our Assessment Process: Once we determine that you meet the requirements, we will invite you to participate in the following two (2) parts: Part 1: M ultiple-choice and/or simulation assessments weighted at 50% measuring Deductive Reasoning, Deciding and Initiating Action, Working with People, Persuading and Influencing, Planning and Organizing, and Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations. Applicant may be invited to participate in both Part I and II. However, only those that achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in Part I, will have Part II scored. Part 2: M ultiple-choice and/or simulation assessments weighted at 50% measuring three Professional/Technical Knowledge areas: Project Management, covering the following topics: Project Communications Management, Project Cost Management, Project Human Resource Management, Project Management Characteristics, Project Management Methodologies, Project Procurement Management, Project Quality Management, Project Risk Management, Project Scope Management, Project Stakeholder Management and Project Time Management. ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library), covering the following topics: Knowledge of Capacity Management, Change Management, and Problem Management. Software Business Analysis, covering the following topics: Business Process, Diagramming and Modeling, Documentation, Joint Application Development, Methodologies and Tools, Project Development, Requirements Gathering, System Design and User Interface. THE MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) IS NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. Applicants must meet the requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s) scores cannot be given over the phone. For additional exam information, click here . Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Fair Chance Initiative: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . COVID-19 Vaccination All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. Testing Accommodation If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, let us know by contacting the Testing Accommodation Coordinator at TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov . You will be required to complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form as well as supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. If you have additional questions regarding this job bulletin, please contact us at the following information: ADA Coordinator Email: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: 213-738-2084 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Department Contact Name: Janice Macam Department Contact Email: jmacam@hr.lacounty.gov Department Contact Phone: (213) 433-3603 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 36 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more. Open Competitive Job Opportunity Exam Number : Y2594D-R Ready to join the County team? We are accepting applications starting Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at 8:00 AM (PT). This recruitment will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. Apply to this posting and join our ever-growing and diverse workforce. We're seeking individuals that can: Lead highly specialized, integrated, complex information systems analysis to design, test, integrate, and implement one or more of the following Electronic Health Records (EHR) components: Registration, Admitting, Discharge, Transfer, (R/ADT) and Enterprise Master Patient Index (EMPI); Patient Acuity; Patient Scheduling; Nurse Scheduling; Time capture; training; clinical applications; or ancillary services applications such as lab, radiology, and pharmacy. Provides technical leadership in IT strategic planning, business automation planning, and business process improvements. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits. Essential Job Functions Identifies user, functional, and technical requirements for information systems by conducting user interviews; performing workflow analysis; performing data analysis; identifying patterns in system and/or user errors; identifying roles and access privileges; testing the functionality of modules, components, and/or entire information systems; creating, reviewing and updating training materials; identifying and resolving potential problems, and assisting in the implementation and conversion project plans for new information systems and/or enhancements. Leads highly specialized complex information system analysis for an integrated system which includes designing, testing, training, IT project management, and implementation of various EHR modules including but not limited to: Registration, Scheduling, Lab, Radiology, and Pharmacy by conducting workflow data analysis, data mapping and integration sessions to support and enhance the enterprise electronic health record system that will provide patient care in a safe and efficient manner. Documents process flows and standardizes existing and future process flow improvements by conducting data collection and meetings with the subject matter experts to gain full understanding of system usability. Acts as a technical liaison between various stakeholders of information systems (e.g., users, departmental leaders, project managers, vendors, programmers) by serving as the point of contact with respect to information system-related projects and functions; providing and receiving information; and conveying the needs, requirements, and technical information of the parties involved to facilitate and/or interpret communication between various stakeholders. Coordinates information systems projects by collaborating with stakeholders of information systems (e.g., users, departmental leaders, project managers, vendors, programmers); monitoring progress on various assignments related to the project(s); providing management with status updates; using appropriate methods to ensure the completion and successful implementation, integration, transition, and/or efficiency of new information systems and/or information system enhancements. Monitors vendor performance by reviewing Statement of Works (SOWs), tracking project timelines, and reporting status to management. Provides orientation and/or technical training to various users by teaching functions, procedures, and processes of the electronic health record (EHR) system to provide individuals with the necessary information to operate, maintain, and/or support information systems. Supervises several subordinate Information Systems Analysts by performing a full range of administrative and supervisory tasks, which includes advising, motivating, training, supporting, coaching, mentoring, and disciplining employees; delegating assignments to subordinate staff; monitoring, reviewing, and evaluating employees’ work products and performance; monitoring adherence to project plans and delivery schedules; and conducting staff meetings to ensure that quality service is delivered in a timely and productive manner, supports business goals and objectives, and complies with countywide and departmental policies and procedures. Supervises a technical team by providing technical guidance and oversight on routine to complex projects, assignments, and issues related to information systems analysis and makes decisions in the absence of other supervisory staff (equivalent level classification) as needed. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Option I: Graduation from an accredited* institution with a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, AND four (4) years within the last six (6) years of progressively more responsible,** full-time experience in a centralized healthcare related information technology organization*** with knowledge and experience in healthcare related systems**** at a medium-to-large public or private healthcare organization***** performing information systems analysis and design for complex systems.****** Option II: Two (2) years within the last three (3) years of experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Senior Information Systems Analyst******* with knowledge and experience in healthcare related systems**** in a centralized healthcare related information technology organization.*** Option III: Five (5) years within the last six (6) years of progressively responsible,** full-time experience in a centralized healthcare related information technology organization*** with knowledge and experience in healthcare related systems**** at a medium-to-large public or private healthcare organization***** performing information systems analysis and design for complex systems.****** License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class: 2-Light. Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Special Requirement Information: * In order to receive credit for a Bachelor's or higher degree, you mu st provide at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the last day of filing a legible copy of your official diploma/transcripts/letter from an accredited institution that shows the area of specialization. If you are unable to attach the required documents, you must email them to jmacam @hr.lacounty.gov. Please include exam number and exam title in your email. Applications received without proof of the required degree(s) will not be considered as meeting the stated requirements under Option I. For more information regarding education, please see the Employment Information document on the LA County Jobs website. **Progressively responsible experience is defined as is a significant increase in the complexity and the scope of responsibility. *** Centralized healthcare related IT organization is defined as a unit or department that provides comprehensive IT services such as analysis, design, acquisition, development, implementation, maintenance, and/or support of information systems, under the direction or guidance of the organization’s Chief IT official in a healthcare related IT organization . ****Healthcare related systems includes: Registration, Admitting, Discharge, Transfer (R/ADT), Patient Scheduling (PS), Training, clinical applications, ancillary services applications such as lab, radiology, and pharmacy; performing information systems analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, and maintenance of large complex enterprise application (clinic and/or financial) systems. *****Medium to large healthcare organization is defined as a healthcare organization with more than one site and/or more than one set of clinical services and a hospital, such as a hospital or Ambulatory Care Network. ******Complex systems is defined as having experience in more than one healthcare functional solution (i.e., registration, scheduling, lab, rad, pharmacy, OR, ambulatory, practice management, maternal-fetal, ED, urgent care, cardiology, Behavioral Health, Rehab, Health Information Exchange, revenue cycle, HIM, population health, care management) *******Experience at the level of the Los Angeles County's class of Senior Information Systems Analyst is defined as, responsible for and provides specialized information systems analysis, including the definition of user requirements, feasibility studies, design, program specifications, testing, and implementation. For a complete description of the class specification, please click on the title hyperlink. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING. NO WITHHOLD IS ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. Desirable Qualifications: Certification* from the Project Management Institute (PMI) as a Project Management Professional (PMP). Experience in support of EHR/EMR (Electronic Medical Record) modules/applications. Experience in leading one or more technical teams completing the EHR/EMR implementation support such as the Cerner Millennium System. Experience in Enterprise Master Patient Index (EMPI) related systems. Additional Information Our Assessment Process: Once we determine that you meet the requirements, we will invite you to participate in the following two (2) parts: Part 1: M ultiple-choice and/or simulation assessments weighted at 50% measuring Deductive Reasoning, Deciding and Initiating Action, Working with People, Persuading and Influencing, Planning and Organizing, and Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations. Applicant may be invited to participate in both Part I and II. However, only those that achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in Part I, will have Part II scored. Part 2: M ultiple-choice and/or simulation assessments weighted at 50% measuring three Professional/Technical Knowledge areas: Project Management, covering the following topics: Project Communications Management, Project Cost Management, Project Human Resource Management, Project Management Characteristics, Project Management Methodologies, Project Procurement Management, Project Quality Management, Project Risk Management, Project Scope Management, Project Stakeholder Management and Project Time Management. ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library), covering the following topics: Knowledge of Capacity Management, Change Management, and Problem Management. Software Business Analysis, covering the following topics: Business Process, Diagramming and Modeling, Documentation, Joint Application Development, Methodologies and Tools, Project Development, Requirements Gathering, System Design and User Interface. THE MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) IS NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. Applicants must meet the requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s) scores cannot be given over the phone. For additional exam information, click here . Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Fair Chance Initiative: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . COVID-19 Vaccination All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. Testing Accommodation If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, let us know by contacting the Testing Accommodation Coordinator at TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov . You will be required to complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form as well as supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. If you have additional questions regarding this job bulletin, please contact us at the following information: ADA Coordinator Email: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: 213-738-2084 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Department Contact Name: Janice Macam Department Contact Email: jmacam@hr.lacounty.gov Department Contact Phone: (213) 433-3603 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous