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City of Waco
CODE ENFORCEMENT INSPECTOR
CITY OF WACO, TEXAS Waco, Texas, United States
Code Enforcement Inspector 2016 City of Waco, TX 1 of 3 Code Enforcement Inspector Professional / Technical 2360 Code Enforcement Supervisor Inspections 220 Non-Exempt PRIMARY DUTY: Under basic supervision, enforces health and safety ordinances for the City; patrols City to identify and investigate violations; notifies offenders, maintains case files and resolves complaints. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: • Patrols City to check for violations of City health and safety codes; responds to complaints, identifies and inspects violations and contacts individuals to discuss violations and procedures for resolving compliance issues; prepares violation letters and citations. • Re-inspects previous notified violations to verify compliance; explains and enforces City codes, regulations and code enforcement rules. • Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work- related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned. • Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License. • May be required to respond afterhours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City wide emergency. • Driving is an essential function for this position. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Knowledge: • City policies and procedures. • Local building and property maintenance ordinances, codes and regulations. • Record keeping and file maintenance principles and procedures. • Geography, roads and landmarks of City and surrounding areas. Skill in: • Interpreting and applying statutes, rules, ordinances, codes and regulations. • Dealing tactfully and courteously with the public and handling stressful situations and angry people. • Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers. • Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business and specialized software. • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required; AND one year of customer service or construction experience. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION: • Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License. • State Code Enforcement Officer License is required within one year of hire. Code Enforcement Inspector City of Waco, TX 2 of 3 PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • The physical activities of this position include: o Balancing - Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. o Reaching - Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. o Standing - Particularly for sustained periods of time. o Walking - Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another. o Finger Dexterity - Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling. o Grasping - Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. o Feeling - Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. o Talking - Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. o Hearing - Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make the discriminations in sound. o Repetitive motion - Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands and/or fingers. • The physical requirements of this position: o Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. • The following personal protective equipment may be required and must be worn when required by the task being performed o Hardhat, gloves, reflective vest and proper footwear up to and including steel toed boots. • The visual acuity requirements including color, depth perception and field vision. o The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes. o The worker is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services, general laborer, etc.) or to make general observations of facilities or structures o Requires vision capacity to perform fine calibrations and differentiate between colored wires. • The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position o Work is performed primarily in a vehicle traveling from site to site. o The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside with temperatures that may be below 32° or above 100° for periods of more than one hour. Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions, such as wind and humidity. o The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level. o The worker is subject to hazards including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. o The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation. Code Enforcement Inspector City of Waco, TX 3 of 3 o The worker is frequently in close quarters, crawl spaces, shafts, man holes, small enclosed rooms and other areas that could cause claustrophobia. o The worker is required to function in narrow aisles or passageways. This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. City management has exclusive rights to alter this job description at any time without notice. Employees will be required to follow any other job related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an 'at-will' relationship. Job Description Acknowledgement I verify that I have received a copy of my job description by the signature below. As an employee of the City of Waco, I understand the duties and responsibilities assigned to me. Furthermore, I understand that the duties listed above are guidelines and will change over time, as necessary. From time to time, I understand that I may be asked to perform duties and handle responsibilities that are not specifically addressed in my job description.
Dec 24, 2020
Code Enforcement Inspector 2016 City of Waco, TX 1 of 3 Code Enforcement Inspector Professional / Technical 2360 Code Enforcement Supervisor Inspections 220 Non-Exempt PRIMARY DUTY: Under basic supervision, enforces health and safety ordinances for the City; patrols City to identify and investigate violations; notifies offenders, maintains case files and resolves complaints. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: • Patrols City to check for violations of City health and safety codes; responds to complaints, identifies and inspects violations and contacts individuals to discuss violations and procedures for resolving compliance issues; prepares violation letters and citations. • Re-inspects previous notified violations to verify compliance; explains and enforces City codes, regulations and code enforcement rules. • Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work- related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned. • Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License. • May be required to respond afterhours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City wide emergency. • Driving is an essential function for this position. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Knowledge: • City policies and procedures. • Local building and property maintenance ordinances, codes and regulations. • Record keeping and file maintenance principles and procedures. • Geography, roads and landmarks of City and surrounding areas. Skill in: • Interpreting and applying statutes, rules, ordinances, codes and regulations. • Dealing tactfully and courteously with the public and handling stressful situations and angry people. • Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers. • Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business and specialized software. • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required; AND one year of customer service or construction experience. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION: • Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License. • State Code Enforcement Officer License is required within one year of hire. Code Enforcement Inspector City of Waco, TX 2 of 3 PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • The physical activities of this position include: o Balancing - Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. o Reaching - Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. o Standing - Particularly for sustained periods of time. o Walking - Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another. o Finger Dexterity - Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling. o Grasping - Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. o Feeling - Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. o Talking - Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. o Hearing - Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make the discriminations in sound. o Repetitive motion - Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands and/or fingers. • The physical requirements of this position: o Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. • The following personal protective equipment may be required and must be worn when required by the task being performed o Hardhat, gloves, reflective vest and proper footwear up to and including steel toed boots. • The visual acuity requirements including color, depth perception and field vision. o The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes. o The worker is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services, general laborer, etc.) or to make general observations of facilities or structures o Requires vision capacity to perform fine calibrations and differentiate between colored wires. • The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position o Work is performed primarily in a vehicle traveling from site to site. o The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside with temperatures that may be below 32° or above 100° for periods of more than one hour. Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions, such as wind and humidity. o The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level. o The worker is subject to hazards including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. o The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation. Code Enforcement Inspector City of Waco, TX 3 of 3 o The worker is frequently in close quarters, crawl spaces, shafts, man holes, small enclosed rooms and other areas that could cause claustrophobia. o The worker is required to function in narrow aisles or passageways. This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. City management has exclusive rights to alter this job description at any time without notice. Employees will be required to follow any other job related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an 'at-will' relationship. Job Description Acknowledgement I verify that I have received a copy of my job description by the signature below. As an employee of the City of Waco, I understand the duties and responsibilities assigned to me. Furthermore, I understand that the duties listed above are guidelines and will change over time, as necessary. From time to time, I understand that I may be asked to perform duties and handle responsibilities that are not specifically addressed in my job description.
City of Tulare
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I-II-III
City of Tulare, CA Tulare, California, United States
Position Description RECRUITMENT OVERVIEW: Thank you for your interest in our Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I-II-III recruitment. We look forward to the opportunity to consider you as an applicant. To be considered for this outstanding career opportunity applicants must submit an application with detailed information in each section of the application: Education, Work Experience, Certificates, and Licenses and Skills. Resumes may be attached but will not be accepted in lieu of a complete, detailed application. Applicants must also attach a copy of their Grade I, II, or III operator certificate, failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Applicants that meet the minimum qualifications for this position will be invited to advance to the interview phase which is scheduled for WEDNES DAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2021 . Additional details regarding the interview phase will be sent via email to qualified applicants after our screening process is complete, on or before Tuesday, February 9, 2021. PLANT OVERVIEW: Our wastewater treatment facility consists of a domestic plant (6.0 million gallons per day (MGD) capacity) and an industrial plant (12.0 MGD capacity) treating about 4.15 MGD in the domestic plant and about 8.5 MGD in the industrial plant. This includes operation, maintenance and repair of treatment structures, such as lift stations, sedimentation tanks, digesters, filters, pumps and control buildings. Additional operations include 320 acres of storage ponds, 2,200 acres of farmland under permit for beneficial reuse of treated wastewater, and self-generation of renewable energy including the anaerobic bulk volume fermenter, two 2.8 MW of fuel cells, and 3.0 MW of solar photovoltaic panels. POSITION DESCRIPTION: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II: Under direct or general supervision, operates equipment, facilities, pump stations, and related appurtenances as found in a wastewater treatment plant and collection systems; takes periodic samples and performs standardized tests to ensure proper operation within established guidelines; assists with preventive maintenance and makes minor repairs to plant facilities and equipment; and performs related work as required. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: In addition to the above. Acts as the Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor on weekends; performs duties related to the pretreatment program, including but not limited to the permitting and inspection of Class P discharges such as restaurants and auto repair shops. SALARY RANGES: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I: $ 3722.32 - $ 4524.50 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II: $ 4112.76 - $ 4999.08 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: $ 5020.84 - $ 6102.87 SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II :Receives direct or general supervision from the Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor and/or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III. May provide technical and functional direction to lower-level staff. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III : Receives general supervision from the Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor. Provides technical and functional direction to lower-level staff. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I: This is the entry journey-level class in the wastewater treatment plant operator series. Under general supervision, incumbents operate and maintain wastewater treatment and distribution equipment and appurtenances according to City practices and procedures, as well as State and Federal regulations. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence. This class is alternately-staffed with Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining the knowledge, skill, experience, and certifications that meet the qualifications for, and demonstrating the ability to perform the work of, the higher-level class. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II: This is the full journey-level class in the wastewater treatment plant operations series that performs the full range of duties required to ensure that the wastewater treatment facilities and systems operate effectively and are maintained in a safe and effective working condition. Responsibilities include performing standardized tests on wastewater operations equipment, inspecting and attending to issues in a timely manner, and performing a wide variety of tasks in the preventative maintenance and minor repair of assigned facilities and systems. This class is distinguished from the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III in that the latter is responsible for technical and functional direction over lower-level operations staff on weekends, industrial inspections, and is capable of performing the most complex duties assigned to the department. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: This is the advanced journey-level in the treatment plant operator series that performs complex duties required to ensure that the wastewater treatment facilities and systems operate effectively and are maintained in a safe and effective working condition. Responsibilities include performing standardized tests on water and wastewater operations equipment, inspecting, and attending to issues in a timely manner, and performing a wide variety of tasks in the maintenance and repair of assigned facilities and systems. This class also performs pretreatment program duties including the permitting and inspections of restaurants and auto repair shops. This class is distinguished from the Industrial Waste Inspector in that the latter only performs pretreatment program duties. This class is further distinguished from the Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor in that the latter is the full supervisory-level class in the series responsible for organizing, assigning, supervising, and reviewing the work of assigned staff involved in treatment plant operations. Examples of Essential Functions Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II, III: Monitors plant operations equipment and processes to ensure compliance with environmental and public health standards, including monitoring and making adjustments as needed to optimize efficiency, making chemical dosage changes, changing pumping rates, and monitoring all equipment daily. Reviews and analyzes automated information and control system data and revises equipment settings as appropriate; notifies supervisor of unusual situations and makes inspections or corrects system problems as necessary. Reads, records, and calculates readings of meters and gages; interprets information into operational characteristics; changes flow meter charts; makes process adjustments according to information gathered, samples collected, readings, and records. Collects wastewater, sludge, and other samples from various phases of the treatment process; performs standard chemical and physical tests on these samples to ensure that plants are operating effectively and that regulatory requirements are being met. Interprets and may perform routine laboratory and process tests to optimize plant performance, checks the results, and recommends changes to Supervisors. Performs proper usage and handling of chemicals according to industry standards. Operates and assists in preventive maintenance on a variety of treatment plant equipment, such as electric motors, engines, gas and electric powered pumps, drive units, emergency systems, power generation systems, pressure and flow regulators, and other treatment plant fixtures and appliances. Operates valves, pumps, and automated controls to regulate the flow of wastewater through the system; operates valves to dispose of wastewater effluent. Removes blockages; replaces worn parts; assists maintenance as required. Confers with maintenance staff to determine equipment problems; suggests methods of minimizing such problems in an operational setting. Lubricates pumps, motors, chains, conveyors, and other machinery and equipment. May assist in preventative maintenance and services equipment according to an established schedule and inspects facilities and equipment to determine the need for maintenance or repair. Maintains light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment and vehicles appropriate to the functional area of assignment. Operates a variety of hand and power tools and equipment related to work assignment as instructed. Performs a variety of general and ground maintenance activities, including mowing, edging, and trimming landscaped areas as scheduled, weed abatement, and painting facilities and equipment when needed. Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly condition, including securing equipment at the close of the workday. Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions. Responds to complaints and answers questions from public or escalates to supervisor, as necessary. Responds to operations, maintenance, and repair emergency situations as required. Maintains records and logs of daily activities; prepares reports as necessary. Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required. Performs related duties as assigned. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: In addition to the above. Acts as the Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor on weekend shifts. Removes parts to be machined by outside vendors; reassembles equipment. Writes work order for repairs. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: When performing the pretreatment/industrial inspections assignment: Inspects, monitors, and conducts sampling at various commercial and industrial sites, including inspecting new and existing industry, restaurants, auto body shops, and contaminated projects for compliance with wastewater discharge regulations, evaluating environmental risks associated with industrial processes and activities, and preparing, setting, programming, and retrieving automatic samplers. Educates dischargers as to what is required to meet set limits; interprets ordinances and Federal and State regulations to dischargers. Collects wastewater samples from industrial and commercial users and performs well-defined chemical and biological tests to determine if governmental and process control requirements are met. Prepares accurate records and reports for management and regulatory agencies; maintains files and records. Organizes, maintains, and documents all required information for enforcement of City code as directed by the federal requirements; analyzes data by comparing test results to requirements. Investigates and traces sources of illegal industrial wastes entering the City's wastewater collection system. Reads meters at commercial and industrial sites to determine flow for sewer billings; prepares monthly information for billing industries that use City facilities. Responds to public inquiries on wastewater services, billing, and other problem areas. Maintains and repairs sampling and monitoring equipment. When performing all the assignments: Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly condition, including securing equipment at the close of the workday. Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions. Responds to complaints and answers questions from public or escalates to supervisor, as necessary. Responds to operations, maintenance, and repair emergency situations as required. Maintains records and logs of daily activities; prepares reports as necessary. Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required. Performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications / Requirements QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II, III: Principles, practices, equipment, materials, and tools used in the operation, cleaning, and preventive maintenance of wastewater treatment and disposal facilities and equipment. The operation and preventive maintenance of piping systems, including pipes, valves, and related appurtenances. Standard chemical and physical tests of wastewater, sludge, and related materials. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, regulations, and guidelines relevant to assigned duties. Basic equipment troubleshooting principles and practices. Basic record keeping practices. Basic mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic principles. Basic arithmetic and statistical techniques. Safe work methods and safety practices pertaining to the work, including the handling and storage of hazardous chemicals. Safe driving rules and practices. Basic computer software related to work. English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to the public and City staff, in person and over the telephone. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: In addition to the above. Principles, practices, and programs for the City's industrial wastewater pretreatment program, the industrial waste inspection function, and related programs and projects. Advanced arithmetic and statistical techniques. Ability to: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II, III: Operate, maintain, and repair a variety of wastewater treatment and disposal facilities and equipment. Recognize and correct or report unusual, inefficient, or dangerous operating conditions. Read a variety of gauges, charts, and meters, record data accurately and make appropriate process adjustments. Conduct standard chemical and physical tests of wastewater, sludge, and related materials. Handle hazardous chemicals in a safe manner. Make accurate arithmetic calculations. Safely and effectively use and operate hand tools, mechanical equipment, power tools, and equipment required for the work. Perform routine equipment maintenance. Operate a motor vehicle safely. Maintain both manual and automated logs, records, reports, and charts. Follow department policies and procedures related to assigned duties. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: In addition to the above. Perform in-depth inspections of industrial and commercial users. Interpret, apply, and explain basic laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances. Research, analyze, and summarize data, and prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations. Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II, III: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I: In addition to the above, one (1) year of experience equivalent to Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee at the City of Tulare. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II: In addition to the above, one (1) year of experience equivalent to Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I at the City of Tulare. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: In addition to the above, three (3) years of responsible experience in wastewater treatment and industrial inspections. LICENSES & CERTIFICATES: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II, III: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California's driver's license. Within twenty-four (24) months of the date of entry into the position, must obtain a Confined Space Entry Certificate. Within twenty-four (24) months of the date of entry into the position, must obtain a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I: Applicants must attach a copy of their Grade I license to to be considered for the position. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Possession of a Grade I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board. Within twenty-four (24) months of the date of entry into the position, must obtain a Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II: Applicants must attach a copy of their Grade II license to to be considered for the position. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Possession of a Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: Applicants must attach a copy of their Grade III license to to be considered for the position. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Possession of a Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board. If assigned to pre-treatment program, within twenty-four (24) months of the date of entry into the position, must obtain an Environmental Compliance Inspector Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association. Additional Information PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must possess mobility to work in standard wastewater treatment plant and related facilities; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work, to work in confined spaces, around machines and to climb and descend ladders, and to operate varied hand and power tools and equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; color vision to read gauges and identify appurtenances; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work and inspect work sites. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 75 pounds and heavier weights with the use of proper equipment. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: In addition to the above. Must possess mobility to work in industrial and commercial sites. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS Employees work partially indoors and partially outdoors and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances, odors, and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives, and contractors in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. Closing Date/Time: 2/7/2021 11:59 PM Pacific
Jan 11, 2021
Full Time
Position Description RECRUITMENT OVERVIEW: Thank you for your interest in our Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I-II-III recruitment. We look forward to the opportunity to consider you as an applicant. To be considered for this outstanding career opportunity applicants must submit an application with detailed information in each section of the application: Education, Work Experience, Certificates, and Licenses and Skills. Resumes may be attached but will not be accepted in lieu of a complete, detailed application. Applicants must also attach a copy of their Grade I, II, or III operator certificate, failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Applicants that meet the minimum qualifications for this position will be invited to advance to the interview phase which is scheduled for WEDNES DAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2021 . Additional details regarding the interview phase will be sent via email to qualified applicants after our screening process is complete, on or before Tuesday, February 9, 2021. PLANT OVERVIEW: Our wastewater treatment facility consists of a domestic plant (6.0 million gallons per day (MGD) capacity) and an industrial plant (12.0 MGD capacity) treating about 4.15 MGD in the domestic plant and about 8.5 MGD in the industrial plant. This includes operation, maintenance and repair of treatment structures, such as lift stations, sedimentation tanks, digesters, filters, pumps and control buildings. Additional operations include 320 acres of storage ponds, 2,200 acres of farmland under permit for beneficial reuse of treated wastewater, and self-generation of renewable energy including the anaerobic bulk volume fermenter, two 2.8 MW of fuel cells, and 3.0 MW of solar photovoltaic panels. POSITION DESCRIPTION: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II: Under direct or general supervision, operates equipment, facilities, pump stations, and related appurtenances as found in a wastewater treatment plant and collection systems; takes periodic samples and performs standardized tests to ensure proper operation within established guidelines; assists with preventive maintenance and makes minor repairs to plant facilities and equipment; and performs related work as required. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: In addition to the above. Acts as the Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor on weekends; performs duties related to the pretreatment program, including but not limited to the permitting and inspection of Class P discharges such as restaurants and auto repair shops. SALARY RANGES: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I: $ 3722.32 - $ 4524.50 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II: $ 4112.76 - $ 4999.08 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: $ 5020.84 - $ 6102.87 SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II :Receives direct or general supervision from the Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor and/or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III. May provide technical and functional direction to lower-level staff. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III : Receives general supervision from the Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor. Provides technical and functional direction to lower-level staff. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I: This is the entry journey-level class in the wastewater treatment plant operator series. Under general supervision, incumbents operate and maintain wastewater treatment and distribution equipment and appurtenances according to City practices and procedures, as well as State and Federal regulations. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence. This class is alternately-staffed with Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining the knowledge, skill, experience, and certifications that meet the qualifications for, and demonstrating the ability to perform the work of, the higher-level class. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II: This is the full journey-level class in the wastewater treatment plant operations series that performs the full range of duties required to ensure that the wastewater treatment facilities and systems operate effectively and are maintained in a safe and effective working condition. Responsibilities include performing standardized tests on wastewater operations equipment, inspecting and attending to issues in a timely manner, and performing a wide variety of tasks in the preventative maintenance and minor repair of assigned facilities and systems. This class is distinguished from the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III in that the latter is responsible for technical and functional direction over lower-level operations staff on weekends, industrial inspections, and is capable of performing the most complex duties assigned to the department. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: This is the advanced journey-level in the treatment plant operator series that performs complex duties required to ensure that the wastewater treatment facilities and systems operate effectively and are maintained in a safe and effective working condition. Responsibilities include performing standardized tests on water and wastewater operations equipment, inspecting, and attending to issues in a timely manner, and performing a wide variety of tasks in the maintenance and repair of assigned facilities and systems. This class also performs pretreatment program duties including the permitting and inspections of restaurants and auto repair shops. This class is distinguished from the Industrial Waste Inspector in that the latter only performs pretreatment program duties. This class is further distinguished from the Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor in that the latter is the full supervisory-level class in the series responsible for organizing, assigning, supervising, and reviewing the work of assigned staff involved in treatment plant operations. Examples of Essential Functions Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II, III: Monitors plant operations equipment and processes to ensure compliance with environmental and public health standards, including monitoring and making adjustments as needed to optimize efficiency, making chemical dosage changes, changing pumping rates, and monitoring all equipment daily. Reviews and analyzes automated information and control system data and revises equipment settings as appropriate; notifies supervisor of unusual situations and makes inspections or corrects system problems as necessary. Reads, records, and calculates readings of meters and gages; interprets information into operational characteristics; changes flow meter charts; makes process adjustments according to information gathered, samples collected, readings, and records. Collects wastewater, sludge, and other samples from various phases of the treatment process; performs standard chemical and physical tests on these samples to ensure that plants are operating effectively and that regulatory requirements are being met. Interprets and may perform routine laboratory and process tests to optimize plant performance, checks the results, and recommends changes to Supervisors. Performs proper usage and handling of chemicals according to industry standards. Operates and assists in preventive maintenance on a variety of treatment plant equipment, such as electric motors, engines, gas and electric powered pumps, drive units, emergency systems, power generation systems, pressure and flow regulators, and other treatment plant fixtures and appliances. Operates valves, pumps, and automated controls to regulate the flow of wastewater through the system; operates valves to dispose of wastewater effluent. Removes blockages; replaces worn parts; assists maintenance as required. Confers with maintenance staff to determine equipment problems; suggests methods of minimizing such problems in an operational setting. Lubricates pumps, motors, chains, conveyors, and other machinery and equipment. May assist in preventative maintenance and services equipment according to an established schedule and inspects facilities and equipment to determine the need for maintenance or repair. Maintains light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment and vehicles appropriate to the functional area of assignment. Operates a variety of hand and power tools and equipment related to work assignment as instructed. Performs a variety of general and ground maintenance activities, including mowing, edging, and trimming landscaped areas as scheduled, weed abatement, and painting facilities and equipment when needed. Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly condition, including securing equipment at the close of the workday. Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions. Responds to complaints and answers questions from public or escalates to supervisor, as necessary. Responds to operations, maintenance, and repair emergency situations as required. Maintains records and logs of daily activities; prepares reports as necessary. Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required. Performs related duties as assigned. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: In addition to the above. Acts as the Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor on weekend shifts. Removes parts to be machined by outside vendors; reassembles equipment. Writes work order for repairs. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: When performing the pretreatment/industrial inspections assignment: Inspects, monitors, and conducts sampling at various commercial and industrial sites, including inspecting new and existing industry, restaurants, auto body shops, and contaminated projects for compliance with wastewater discharge regulations, evaluating environmental risks associated with industrial processes and activities, and preparing, setting, programming, and retrieving automatic samplers. Educates dischargers as to what is required to meet set limits; interprets ordinances and Federal and State regulations to dischargers. Collects wastewater samples from industrial and commercial users and performs well-defined chemical and biological tests to determine if governmental and process control requirements are met. Prepares accurate records and reports for management and regulatory agencies; maintains files and records. Organizes, maintains, and documents all required information for enforcement of City code as directed by the federal requirements; analyzes data by comparing test results to requirements. Investigates and traces sources of illegal industrial wastes entering the City's wastewater collection system. Reads meters at commercial and industrial sites to determine flow for sewer billings; prepares monthly information for billing industries that use City facilities. Responds to public inquiries on wastewater services, billing, and other problem areas. Maintains and repairs sampling and monitoring equipment. When performing all the assignments: Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly condition, including securing equipment at the close of the workday. Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions. Responds to complaints and answers questions from public or escalates to supervisor, as necessary. Responds to operations, maintenance, and repair emergency situations as required. Maintains records and logs of daily activities; prepares reports as necessary. Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required. Performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications / Requirements QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II, III: Principles, practices, equipment, materials, and tools used in the operation, cleaning, and preventive maintenance of wastewater treatment and disposal facilities and equipment. The operation and preventive maintenance of piping systems, including pipes, valves, and related appurtenances. Standard chemical and physical tests of wastewater, sludge, and related materials. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, regulations, and guidelines relevant to assigned duties. Basic equipment troubleshooting principles and practices. Basic record keeping practices. Basic mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic principles. Basic arithmetic and statistical techniques. Safe work methods and safety practices pertaining to the work, including the handling and storage of hazardous chemicals. Safe driving rules and practices. Basic computer software related to work. English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to the public and City staff, in person and over the telephone. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: In addition to the above. Principles, practices, and programs for the City's industrial wastewater pretreatment program, the industrial waste inspection function, and related programs and projects. Advanced arithmetic and statistical techniques. Ability to: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II, III: Operate, maintain, and repair a variety of wastewater treatment and disposal facilities and equipment. Recognize and correct or report unusual, inefficient, or dangerous operating conditions. Read a variety of gauges, charts, and meters, record data accurately and make appropriate process adjustments. Conduct standard chemical and physical tests of wastewater, sludge, and related materials. Handle hazardous chemicals in a safe manner. Make accurate arithmetic calculations. Safely and effectively use and operate hand tools, mechanical equipment, power tools, and equipment required for the work. Perform routine equipment maintenance. Operate a motor vehicle safely. Maintain both manual and automated logs, records, reports, and charts. Follow department policies and procedures related to assigned duties. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: In addition to the above. Perform in-depth inspections of industrial and commercial users. Interpret, apply, and explain basic laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances. Research, analyze, and summarize data, and prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations. Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II, III: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I: In addition to the above, one (1) year of experience equivalent to Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee at the City of Tulare. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II: In addition to the above, one (1) year of experience equivalent to Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I at the City of Tulare. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: In addition to the above, three (3) years of responsible experience in wastewater treatment and industrial inspections. LICENSES & CERTIFICATES: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II, III: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California's driver's license. Within twenty-four (24) months of the date of entry into the position, must obtain a Confined Space Entry Certificate. Within twenty-four (24) months of the date of entry into the position, must obtain a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I: Applicants must attach a copy of their Grade I license to to be considered for the position. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Possession of a Grade I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board. Within twenty-four (24) months of the date of entry into the position, must obtain a Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II: Applicants must attach a copy of their Grade II license to to be considered for the position. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Possession of a Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: Applicants must attach a copy of their Grade III license to to be considered for the position. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Possession of a Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board. If assigned to pre-treatment program, within twenty-four (24) months of the date of entry into the position, must obtain an Environmental Compliance Inspector Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association. Additional Information PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must possess mobility to work in standard wastewater treatment plant and related facilities; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work, to work in confined spaces, around machines and to climb and descend ladders, and to operate varied hand and power tools and equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; color vision to read gauges and identify appurtenances; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work and inspect work sites. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 75 pounds and heavier weights with the use of proper equipment. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: In addition to the above. Must possess mobility to work in industrial and commercial sites. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS Employees work partially indoors and partially outdoors and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances, odors, and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives, and contractors in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. Closing Date/Time: 2/7/2021 11:59 PM Pacific
County of Sacramento
Associate Engineer/Architect *Revised
Sacramento County, CA Sacramento, CA, United States
The Position This is a limited continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 11/30/20, 12/30/20, *3/1/21(final) Positions in this series perform a variety of professional engineering and/or architectural activities in connection with the planning, design, construction, alteration, code enforcement, surveying, testing of materials, contract administration and/or management of public works projects, including, but not limited to, buildings and other structures; streets, highways and bridges; sewer, water, and drainage pipeline systems; water supply; wastewater treatment; solid waste management; airports and parks; and site improvements. Explore your career with purpose Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Applicable to all Options Engineering and design analysis Engineering and architectural procedures and principles Construction practices and safety requirements The strength, properties, and use of materials in building construction Principles and techniques of personnel management training and supervision General knowledge of City, County, State, and Federal building codes and regulations and the principles upon which the codes and regulations are based Report and specification writing Plans and specification requirements Building Design Option Effective space utilization Contracts and the legal relationships between owner, architect, consultant, contractor and sub-contractor Drafting practices and techniques Program requirements Interrelationship between human and environmental factors as they apply to building design Building Inspection Option Principles and practices applicable to the structural evaluation and design of complex buildings and structures Construction code requirements including, but not limited to, occupancy safety, fire resistive construction, approved standards, and State disability accessibility requirements Building permit procedures used by local governments Ability to Prepare plans and specifications Review plans and specifications and recognize and require needed changes prior to approval Make estimates to materials, labor, and other elements entering into the cost of building construction, remodeling, and maintenance Supervise the work of office staff; establish and maintain effective working relationships Prepare correspondence, schedules, and technical reports Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Current registration as a Civil Engineer or Architect in the State of California AND Two years experience in the design, construction, or plan review of multi-story buildings and facilities for human occupancy. Note: The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Special Requirements License Requirement: A valid Driver's License, Class C or higher, is required prior to appointment to all positions in this class series. Notes: (1) Failure to maintain a valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. (2) Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certification Requirements: Per Assembly Bill 717, positions assigned to the Building Inspection Division are required to obtain a certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County, within two years of date of hire or assignment. Some positions in this class series require incumbents to complete one year of verifiable experience in the appropriate field, and one year thereafter, to obtain certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County. Any person currently and continuously employed by the County as an inspector, plans examiner or building official, for not less than two years prior to January 1, 1996, is exempt from the certification requirements as outlined above. In addition, persons appointed to this class might be required to complete a minimum of 45 hours of continuing education every three years. The County may determine appropriate providers of continuing education such as community colleges or organizations affiliated with code enforcement. Note: Failure to meet the required certification requirements may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Physical and Mental Requirements: Work hours: Frequent: working in excess of 40 hours a week; Occasional: working irregular hours, particularly during emergency situations. Emotional/psychological: Frequent: having public contact, making decisions effecting health and safety of employees/residents, responding to changing priorities. Visual: Frequent: good overall vision, reading, close-up work, and peripheral vision. Some positions require the ability to discern the full spectrum of colors. Hearing: Frequent: hearing normal speech and on the telephone Talking: Frequent: talking in person and on the telephone Mobility: Frequent: performing keyboard operations and sitting for long periods Occasional: walking on uneven terrain at construction sites, etc. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net Closing Date/Time: 3/1/2021 5:00 PM Pacific
Dec 21, 2020
The Position This is a limited continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 11/30/20, 12/30/20, *3/1/21(final) Positions in this series perform a variety of professional engineering and/or architectural activities in connection with the planning, design, construction, alteration, code enforcement, surveying, testing of materials, contract administration and/or management of public works projects, including, but not limited to, buildings and other structures; streets, highways and bridges; sewer, water, and drainage pipeline systems; water supply; wastewater treatment; solid waste management; airports and parks; and site improvements. Explore your career with purpose Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Applicable to all Options Engineering and design analysis Engineering and architectural procedures and principles Construction practices and safety requirements The strength, properties, and use of materials in building construction Principles and techniques of personnel management training and supervision General knowledge of City, County, State, and Federal building codes and regulations and the principles upon which the codes and regulations are based Report and specification writing Plans and specification requirements Building Design Option Effective space utilization Contracts and the legal relationships between owner, architect, consultant, contractor and sub-contractor Drafting practices and techniques Program requirements Interrelationship between human and environmental factors as they apply to building design Building Inspection Option Principles and practices applicable to the structural evaluation and design of complex buildings and structures Construction code requirements including, but not limited to, occupancy safety, fire resistive construction, approved standards, and State disability accessibility requirements Building permit procedures used by local governments Ability to Prepare plans and specifications Review plans and specifications and recognize and require needed changes prior to approval Make estimates to materials, labor, and other elements entering into the cost of building construction, remodeling, and maintenance Supervise the work of office staff; establish and maintain effective working relationships Prepare correspondence, schedules, and technical reports Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Current registration as a Civil Engineer or Architect in the State of California AND Two years experience in the design, construction, or plan review of multi-story buildings and facilities for human occupancy. Note: The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Special Requirements License Requirement: A valid Driver's License, Class C or higher, is required prior to appointment to all positions in this class series. Notes: (1) Failure to maintain a valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. (2) Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certification Requirements: Per Assembly Bill 717, positions assigned to the Building Inspection Division are required to obtain a certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County, within two years of date of hire or assignment. Some positions in this class series require incumbents to complete one year of verifiable experience in the appropriate field, and one year thereafter, to obtain certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County. Any person currently and continuously employed by the County as an inspector, plans examiner or building official, for not less than two years prior to January 1, 1996, is exempt from the certification requirements as outlined above. In addition, persons appointed to this class might be required to complete a minimum of 45 hours of continuing education every three years. The County may determine appropriate providers of continuing education such as community colleges or organizations affiliated with code enforcement. Note: Failure to meet the required certification requirements may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Physical and Mental Requirements: Work hours: Frequent: working in excess of 40 hours a week; Occasional: working irregular hours, particularly during emergency situations. Emotional/psychological: Frequent: having public contact, making decisions effecting health and safety of employees/residents, responding to changing priorities. Visual: Frequent: good overall vision, reading, close-up work, and peripheral vision. Some positions require the ability to discern the full spectrum of colors. Hearing: Frequent: hearing normal speech and on the telephone Talking: Frequent: talking in person and on the telephone Mobility: Frequent: performing keyboard operations and sitting for long periods Occasional: walking on uneven terrain at construction sites, etc. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net Closing Date/Time: 3/1/2021 5:00 PM Pacific
City of El Paso
Senior Code Compliance Officer
CITY OF EL PASO, TX El Paso, Texas, United States
Requirements Education and Experience: A High School diploma or GED, and three (3) years of code enforcement or field investigative experience. Licenses and Certificates: Some positions will require registration as a Code Enforcement Officer with the Texas Department of State Health Services, Certified Code Enforcement Officer with The American Association of Code Enforcement (AACE), a Pesticide Noncommercial Applicator license issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture and Visible Emission Evaluators License issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), at time of appointment. Some positions may require a Pool Operator Certification within one year of appointment by completing one of the following courses or equivalent: NRPA, "Aquatic Facility Operator" (A.F.O.); NSPF, "Certified Pool-Spa Operator" (C.P.O.); YMCA, "Pool Operator on Location" (P.O.O.L.); NSPI, "Professional Pool & Spa Operator" (P.P.S.O.); or ASPSA, "Licensed Aquatic Facility Technician" (L.A.F.T.). Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) as a Code Enforcement Officer II and Certified Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector with the International Code Council (ICC) within one (1) year of appointment. Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state. General Purpose Under general supervision, serve as a key lead in the field and office in the patrol, inspection, investigation and enforcement of designated environmental, air quality and municipal codes, state and federal laws, and ordinances to ensure protection of the public health. Typical Duties Perform and lead routine, mid-level and complex code compliance activities. Involves: Investigate complaints and enforce regulatory codes and ordinances as mandated. Conduct on-site inspections and investigations of properties to insure compliance with city or state ordinances as related to Air Quality, Environmental, Health/Safety, Building, Licensing and Zoning regulations. Patrol designated areas of the city and respond to and investigate complaints. Issue correction notices, cease and desist orders, or citations for violations. Perform water, air and product sampling with the use of measurement instruments, and computerized field data collection devices. Lead special projects, inspections and investigations such as surveillance and monitoring of potential violations. Assist with planning and prioritizing the work of staff conducting inspections. Lead vector control duties. Involves: Perform and guide inspectors in the application or spraying of pesticide chemicals to public grounds, facilities, and standing water to control mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, roaches and other rodents. Identify and inspect areas conducive to breeding. Provide assistance in the development, implementation, coordination, and maintenance of public health preparedness. Involves: Assist with the development and maintenance of disease surveillance systems to facilitate early detection, reporting and management of emerging infectious diseases. Promote community partnerships to identify and solve health problems. Establish working relationships with health care providers to promote the reporting of notifiable conditions. Investigate and identify community needs regarding public health preparedness. Attend meetings and seminars relating to public health preparedness programs. Assist in planning and preparedness activities as required. Respond to public health emergencies as needed. Lead air quality monitoring duties. Involves: Ensure compliance of TCEQ/EPA air quality operating permits. Operate and maintain the City's ambient air quality monitoring stations and equipment, including conducting required calibrations, audits and reporting in compliance with TCEQ/EPA requirements. Perform administrative duties. Involves: Recommend work procedures. Maintain accurate documentation on appropriate forms and tracking of violations, inspections, and code enforcement activities. Respond to customer inquiries. Assist with research on special properties as directed. Provide accurate documentation and tracking of violations, inspections, and section activities. Prepare records and assist with reports necessary for presentation in court and testify in court. Keep abreast of current trends of code compliance and maintain certification requirements. Consult with other entities as necessary. Recommend revisions to existing ordinances and codes. Recommend additional ordinances or revisions related to issues not currently addressed under city codes and ordinances. Research property ownership. Meet with citizens to provide training and information to attain code compliance. Assist training staff with presentations and educational materials at public functions. Supervise or serve as a designated lead worker to assigned personnel. Involves: Organize and coordinate workflow. Instruct, review, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance. Provide training and development. Enforce personnel rules, regulations, and work and safety standards. Counsel, motivate and maintain harmony. Interview applicants. Recommend hires, terminations, transfers, disciplinary action, payroll, leave, merit pay or other employee status changes. General Information For complete job specification, click here . Salary Range: $15.81 - $22.90 per hour The starting salary is generally at the beginning of the salary range. Test information: To be announced. Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received. Closing Date/Time: 1/19/2021 11:59 PM Mountain
Jan 14, 2021
Full Time
Requirements Education and Experience: A High School diploma or GED, and three (3) years of code enforcement or field investigative experience. Licenses and Certificates: Some positions will require registration as a Code Enforcement Officer with the Texas Department of State Health Services, Certified Code Enforcement Officer with The American Association of Code Enforcement (AACE), a Pesticide Noncommercial Applicator license issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture and Visible Emission Evaluators License issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), at time of appointment. Some positions may require a Pool Operator Certification within one year of appointment by completing one of the following courses or equivalent: NRPA, "Aquatic Facility Operator" (A.F.O.); NSPF, "Certified Pool-Spa Operator" (C.P.O.); YMCA, "Pool Operator on Location" (P.O.O.L.); NSPI, "Professional Pool & Spa Operator" (P.P.S.O.); or ASPSA, "Licensed Aquatic Facility Technician" (L.A.F.T.). Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) as a Code Enforcement Officer II and Certified Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector with the International Code Council (ICC) within one (1) year of appointment. Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state. General Purpose Under general supervision, serve as a key lead in the field and office in the patrol, inspection, investigation and enforcement of designated environmental, air quality and municipal codes, state and federal laws, and ordinances to ensure protection of the public health. Typical Duties Perform and lead routine, mid-level and complex code compliance activities. Involves: Investigate complaints and enforce regulatory codes and ordinances as mandated. Conduct on-site inspections and investigations of properties to insure compliance with city or state ordinances as related to Air Quality, Environmental, Health/Safety, Building, Licensing and Zoning regulations. Patrol designated areas of the city and respond to and investigate complaints. Issue correction notices, cease and desist orders, or citations for violations. Perform water, air and product sampling with the use of measurement instruments, and computerized field data collection devices. Lead special projects, inspections and investigations such as surveillance and monitoring of potential violations. Assist with planning and prioritizing the work of staff conducting inspections. Lead vector control duties. Involves: Perform and guide inspectors in the application or spraying of pesticide chemicals to public grounds, facilities, and standing water to control mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, roaches and other rodents. Identify and inspect areas conducive to breeding. Provide assistance in the development, implementation, coordination, and maintenance of public health preparedness. Involves: Assist with the development and maintenance of disease surveillance systems to facilitate early detection, reporting and management of emerging infectious diseases. Promote community partnerships to identify and solve health problems. Establish working relationships with health care providers to promote the reporting of notifiable conditions. Investigate and identify community needs regarding public health preparedness. Attend meetings and seminars relating to public health preparedness programs. Assist in planning and preparedness activities as required. Respond to public health emergencies as needed. Lead air quality monitoring duties. Involves: Ensure compliance of TCEQ/EPA air quality operating permits. Operate and maintain the City's ambient air quality monitoring stations and equipment, including conducting required calibrations, audits and reporting in compliance with TCEQ/EPA requirements. Perform administrative duties. Involves: Recommend work procedures. Maintain accurate documentation on appropriate forms and tracking of violations, inspections, and code enforcement activities. Respond to customer inquiries. Assist with research on special properties as directed. Provide accurate documentation and tracking of violations, inspections, and section activities. Prepare records and assist with reports necessary for presentation in court and testify in court. Keep abreast of current trends of code compliance and maintain certification requirements. Consult with other entities as necessary. Recommend revisions to existing ordinances and codes. Recommend additional ordinances or revisions related to issues not currently addressed under city codes and ordinances. Research property ownership. Meet with citizens to provide training and information to attain code compliance. Assist training staff with presentations and educational materials at public functions. Supervise or serve as a designated lead worker to assigned personnel. Involves: Organize and coordinate workflow. Instruct, review, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance. Provide training and development. Enforce personnel rules, regulations, and work and safety standards. Counsel, motivate and maintain harmony. Interview applicants. Recommend hires, terminations, transfers, disciplinary action, payroll, leave, merit pay or other employee status changes. General Information For complete job specification, click here . Salary Range: $15.81 - $22.90 per hour The starting salary is generally at the beginning of the salary range. Test information: To be announced. Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received. Closing Date/Time: 1/19/2021 11:59 PM Mountain
County of Sacramento
Senior Civil Engineer *Revised
Sacramento County, CA Sacramento, CA, United States
The Position There is an additional 3.35% Management Differential which is added to the posted salary for this class. This is a continuous filing exam. The next filing cut-offs are at 5:00pm on: 10/9/20, *12/4/20, 4/9/21, 10/8/21 Incumbents are responsible for a variety of civil engineering work in connection with the design, surveying, testing of materials and construction of public works projects. Public works projects include, but are not limited to roads and bridges; traffic control system design; drainage, water and wastewater collection, distribution and treatment; airports; new building construction and remodels; and other structures and projects. Senior Civil Engineer is characterized by the assignment of responsibility for a specific program, functioning either as a project/resident engineer or acting in a staff engineering capacity assisting major division chiefs in determining and fulfilling program responsibilities of the division. The position calls for the exercise of a high degree of initiative, technical proficiency, and judgment. Supervision over professional engineers, including one or more Associates, is normally required of this class, but assignments may be of a highly specialized and very responsible function that does not require supervision of others. In developmental programs, or programs which rely on the services of private consulting firms, this class may supervise few direct subordinates. The Senior is distinguished from the lower class of Associate by the level of responsibility and difficulty and variety of engineering work performed. A Senior is normally responsible for all phases of a major program, whereas an Associate is responsible for one or more individual projects within a program. Incumbent(s) receive general direction from a higher level manager and exercise(s) direct and indirect supervision over lower level professional staff, technical, and clerical personnel. Watch to Explore your career with purpose Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge Of Applicable to All Options Principles and practices of civil engineering Methods and materials used in the design and construction of varied civil engineering projects Budget preparation Principles and techniques of personnel management and supervision Laws and regulations pertaining to public works construction and design General Option Civil engineering principles and practices applicable to construction, material testing administration, solid waste management Design of park facilities, parking lots and other miscellaneous civil engineering projects County surveyor and permit functions Laws and regulations pertaining to these programs Airport Option Engineering practices and principles applicable to planning and designing airfield and aircraft navigation facilities/equipment, roadways, traffic control and signaling, vehicle parking, sewer facilities, flood control and storm drainage, and water supply Federal, state and local laws ordinances and regulations pertaining to airport facilities Policies and procedures for coordinating airports projects with other Federal, State, County and other local agencies Financial management practices pertaining to the preparation and monitoring of capital improvement program project descriptions, and FAA grants Project management practices pertaining to the preparation of preliminary design and cost estimates for determining project budgetary needs, including other County departments' project support costs, and the identification of other branches' and/or departments' resource needs for design and construction projects Highway Engineering Option Specialized civil engineering principles and practices applicable to streets and highways Survey and construction practices related to highway projects Federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to highway and bridge construction and use Traffic control system design Traffic system management concepts Sanitary Engineering Option Specialized principles, practices, and methods of sanitary engineering Bacteriological, biological, physical, chemical, and other quality control processes involved in the treatment of wastewater Laws and regulations relating to wastewater treatment, collection, distribution and quality control requirements Water Resources Engineering Option Specialized knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of hydraulics, hydrology, water supply, hydraulic structures, drainage and flood control Laws and regulations pertaining to these subjects, as well as to ground and surface waters and water distributing agencies Ability To Plan, supervise and direct the work of professional and technical staff Analyze engineering and managerial problems and work out effective solutions Evaluate and perform difficult design work; perform feasibility and cost analysis studies Write reports, specifications, and contract documents Make written and verbal presentations to professional and civic groups work effectively with subordinates, superiors, official bodies, and the general public Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Current registration as a civil engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. AND Three years of full-time experience as a registered engineer performing duties which have included difficult and complex civil engineering projects with responsibilities comparable to those of a project, resident, or operations engineer for public works projects. Experience to be applied must be comparable to that of an Associate Civil Engineer within County of Sacramento service. Two years of this experience shall be in the option being tested. A Masters Degree in the option being tested may be substituted for one year of the experience. Note: The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. General Qualifications Driver's License: A valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher, is required prior to appointment to this class. Failure to maintain the appropriate California Driver's License, may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certification Requirements: Per Health and Safety Code, Sections 18949.25 - 18949.31, incumbents may be required to obtain a certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County, within two years of date of hire or assignment. Some positions in this class series require incumbents to complete one year of verifiable experience in the appropriate field and, within one year thereafter, to obtain certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County. Any person currently and continuously employed by the County as an inspector, plans examiner or building official, for not less than two years prior to January 1, 1996, is exempt from the certification requirements as outlined above. In addition, persons appointed to this class might be required to complete a minimum of 45 hours of continuing education every three years. The County may determine appropriate providers of continuing education such as community colleges or organizations affiliated with code enforcement. Note: Failure to meet the required certification requirements may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Physical Requirements: Sit for extended periods, frequently stand and walk Have manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination need to use a variety of office equipment such as computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, and drafting equipment Have corrected vision in order to review plans and specifications and perform other essential functions of the job Occasionally walk on uneven terrain at construction sites, etc. Individuals who are unable to pass some of the physical requirements due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working Conditions: May be required to work in excess of 40 hours a week and/or work irregular hours, particularly during emergency situations. Criminal History Check: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment within this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedure B-5 and applicable federal and state law. The County shall not consider for employment any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the applicant's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. Special Access: Some incumbents in this class must acquire and maintain an airport security badge allowing access to secure County airport locations. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Dec 21, 2020
The Position There is an additional 3.35% Management Differential which is added to the posted salary for this class. This is a continuous filing exam. The next filing cut-offs are at 5:00pm on: 10/9/20, *12/4/20, 4/9/21, 10/8/21 Incumbents are responsible for a variety of civil engineering work in connection with the design, surveying, testing of materials and construction of public works projects. Public works projects include, but are not limited to roads and bridges; traffic control system design; drainage, water and wastewater collection, distribution and treatment; airports; new building construction and remodels; and other structures and projects. Senior Civil Engineer is characterized by the assignment of responsibility for a specific program, functioning either as a project/resident engineer or acting in a staff engineering capacity assisting major division chiefs in determining and fulfilling program responsibilities of the division. The position calls for the exercise of a high degree of initiative, technical proficiency, and judgment. Supervision over professional engineers, including one or more Associates, is normally required of this class, but assignments may be of a highly specialized and very responsible function that does not require supervision of others. In developmental programs, or programs which rely on the services of private consulting firms, this class may supervise few direct subordinates. The Senior is distinguished from the lower class of Associate by the level of responsibility and difficulty and variety of engineering work performed. A Senior is normally responsible for all phases of a major program, whereas an Associate is responsible for one or more individual projects within a program. Incumbent(s) receive general direction from a higher level manager and exercise(s) direct and indirect supervision over lower level professional staff, technical, and clerical personnel. Watch to Explore your career with purpose Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge Of Applicable to All Options Principles and practices of civil engineering Methods and materials used in the design and construction of varied civil engineering projects Budget preparation Principles and techniques of personnel management and supervision Laws and regulations pertaining to public works construction and design General Option Civil engineering principles and practices applicable to construction, material testing administration, solid waste management Design of park facilities, parking lots and other miscellaneous civil engineering projects County surveyor and permit functions Laws and regulations pertaining to these programs Airport Option Engineering practices and principles applicable to planning and designing airfield and aircraft navigation facilities/equipment, roadways, traffic control and signaling, vehicle parking, sewer facilities, flood control and storm drainage, and water supply Federal, state and local laws ordinances and regulations pertaining to airport facilities Policies and procedures for coordinating airports projects with other Federal, State, County and other local agencies Financial management practices pertaining to the preparation and monitoring of capital improvement program project descriptions, and FAA grants Project management practices pertaining to the preparation of preliminary design and cost estimates for determining project budgetary needs, including other County departments' project support costs, and the identification of other branches' and/or departments' resource needs for design and construction projects Highway Engineering Option Specialized civil engineering principles and practices applicable to streets and highways Survey and construction practices related to highway projects Federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to highway and bridge construction and use Traffic control system design Traffic system management concepts Sanitary Engineering Option Specialized principles, practices, and methods of sanitary engineering Bacteriological, biological, physical, chemical, and other quality control processes involved in the treatment of wastewater Laws and regulations relating to wastewater treatment, collection, distribution and quality control requirements Water Resources Engineering Option Specialized knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of hydraulics, hydrology, water supply, hydraulic structures, drainage and flood control Laws and regulations pertaining to these subjects, as well as to ground and surface waters and water distributing agencies Ability To Plan, supervise and direct the work of professional and technical staff Analyze engineering and managerial problems and work out effective solutions Evaluate and perform difficult design work; perform feasibility and cost analysis studies Write reports, specifications, and contract documents Make written and verbal presentations to professional and civic groups work effectively with subordinates, superiors, official bodies, and the general public Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Current registration as a civil engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. AND Three years of full-time experience as a registered engineer performing duties which have included difficult and complex civil engineering projects with responsibilities comparable to those of a project, resident, or operations engineer for public works projects. Experience to be applied must be comparable to that of an Associate Civil Engineer within County of Sacramento service. Two years of this experience shall be in the option being tested. A Masters Degree in the option being tested may be substituted for one year of the experience. Note: The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. General Qualifications Driver's License: A valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher, is required prior to appointment to this class. Failure to maintain the appropriate California Driver's License, may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certification Requirements: Per Health and Safety Code, Sections 18949.25 - 18949.31, incumbents may be required to obtain a certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County, within two years of date of hire or assignment. Some positions in this class series require incumbents to complete one year of verifiable experience in the appropriate field and, within one year thereafter, to obtain certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County. Any person currently and continuously employed by the County as an inspector, plans examiner or building official, for not less than two years prior to January 1, 1996, is exempt from the certification requirements as outlined above. In addition, persons appointed to this class might be required to complete a minimum of 45 hours of continuing education every three years. The County may determine appropriate providers of continuing education such as community colleges or organizations affiliated with code enforcement. Note: Failure to meet the required certification requirements may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Physical Requirements: Sit for extended periods, frequently stand and walk Have manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination need to use a variety of office equipment such as computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, and drafting equipment Have corrected vision in order to review plans and specifications and perform other essential functions of the job Occasionally walk on uneven terrain at construction sites, etc. Individuals who are unable to pass some of the physical requirements due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working Conditions: May be required to work in excess of 40 hours a week and/or work irregular hours, particularly during emergency situations. Criminal History Check: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment within this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedure B-5 and applicable federal and state law. The County shall not consider for employment any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the applicant's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. Special Access: Some incumbents in this class must acquire and maintain an airport security badge allowing access to secure County airport locations. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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