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. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 1/5/2021, 4/6/2021, 7/6/2021, 10/5/2021 Range A - $7,229.70 - $8,787.00/month Range B - $8,745.25- $9,641.34 /month Under direction, a Human Services Program Planner performs analytical, evaluative, coordinative and/or conceptual staff work in the planning, development and/or administration of human services programs; and to perform related duties as assigned. These positions are located primarily within the Department of Health Services, Department of Child, Family and Adult Services, Department of Human Assistance, and First 5 Sacramento Commission. Human Services Program Planner is an advanced journey-level class performing research, planning, development and evaluation of human services programs. This class has two salary ranges that recognize the differences in scope, scale and complexity of the planner's program area(s). Watch to explore your career with purpose Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge Of Principles, methods & techniques of community organization & development, program planning and design, grant writing, budget development, and program evaluation Economic & social service needs of disadvantaged, ethnic & cultural groups Theories, principles, goals & objectives of public social services Laws, rules and regulations governing assigned program areas Available community resources Relationships among governments, public and private community organizations and groups, and private enterprise in the county Ability To Apply social service planning principles and techniques to problems and issues Build coalitions among groups with differing needs and objectives Plan and evaluate social service programs Research, analyze and evaluate data and information and make recommendations Effectively write complex documents including grants, proposals, budgets and reports Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with a wide range of individuals and groups Facilitate meetings and make group presentations Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology, public health, health sciences or a closely related field such as life sciences or physical sciences, or in a management field such as public administration or business administration; for some positions, a Master's degree may be preferred; And Three years of professional and/or supervisory experience in program coordination, planning, development and/or evaluation. Note: 1. Supervisory experience means "having authority to hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote or discharge other employees, or to effectively recommend such action..." 2. Individuals possessing experience in Sacramento County job classes containing "Supervisor" in their title, such as Human Services Supervisor, are deemed to meet the minimum qualifications as above only if their duties include active supervision of staff. 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. General Qualifications Driver's License: A valid California Class C Driver's License may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain such required license(s) may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be considered for accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Child and Elder Abuse Reporting: Persons selected for employment must as a condition of employment sign a statement agreeing to comply with Section 11166 of the California Penal Code relating to child and elder abuse reporting. Criminal History Check: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of the Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-0602, Personnel Policies and Procedures B-5, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to, or impacts, the candidate'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. 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. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 1/5/2021, 4/6/2021, 7/6/2021, 10/5/2021 Range A - $7,229.70 - $8,787.00/month Range B - $8,745.25- $9,641.34 /month Under direction, a Human Services Program Planner performs analytical, evaluative, coordinative and/or conceptual staff work in the planning, development and/or administration of human services programs; and to perform related duties as assigned. These positions are located primarily within the Department of Health Services, Department of Child, Family and Adult Services, Department of Human Assistance, and First 5 Sacramento Commission. Human Services Program Planner is an advanced journey-level class performing research, planning, development and evaluation of human services programs. This class has two salary ranges that recognize the differences in scope, scale and complexity of the planner's program area(s). Watch to explore your career with purpose Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge Of Principles, methods & techniques of community organization & development, program planning and design, grant writing, budget development, and program evaluation Economic & social service needs of disadvantaged, ethnic & cultural groups Theories, principles, goals & objectives of public social services Laws, rules and regulations governing assigned program areas Available community resources Relationships among governments, public and private community organizations and groups, and private enterprise in the county Ability To Apply social service planning principles and techniques to problems and issues Build coalitions among groups with differing needs and objectives Plan and evaluate social service programs Research, analyze and evaluate data and information and make recommendations Effectively write complex documents including grants, proposals, budgets and reports Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with a wide range of individuals and groups Facilitate meetings and make group presentations Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology, public health, health sciences or a closely related field such as life sciences or physical sciences, or in a management field such as public administration or business administration; for some positions, a Master's degree may be preferred; And Three years of professional and/or supervisory experience in program coordination, planning, development and/or evaluation. Note: 1. Supervisory experience means "having authority to hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote or discharge other employees, or to effectively recommend such action..." 2. Individuals possessing experience in Sacramento County job classes containing "Supervisor" in their title, such as Human Services Supervisor, are deemed to meet the minimum qualifications as above only if their duties include active supervision of staff. 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. General Qualifications Driver's License: A valid California Class C Driver's License may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain such required license(s) may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be considered for accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Child and Elder Abuse Reporting: Persons selected for employment must as a condition of employment sign a statement agreeing to comply with Section 11166 of the California Penal Code relating to child and elder abuse reporting. Criminal History Check: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of the Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-0602, Personnel Policies and Procedures B-5, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to, or impacts, the candidate'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. 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
Clinical Program Planners perform and supervise a variety of planning and analytical functions in support of clinical programs and activities within divisions of the Department of Health and Human Services, including quality improvement, program design, policy and procedure development, program evaluation, research, contract and grant development and administration, strategic planning, and training initiatives. Clinical Program Planner I's supervise quality improvement and quality assurance, program planning, program evaluation, and/or contract administration for a large program with multiple service delivery components, which may be regional or statewide. Southern Nevada Adult Mental Health (SNAMHS) is recruiting for a Clinical Program Planner I at West Charleston Residential Services in Las Vegas. This position assists the operations of contracted vendors who provide housing assistance, policy and procedures, and supervision of SNAMHS clients in scattered site settings. They monitor and ensure quality care is provided to individuals. They also monitor state vendors for compliance with state regulatory boards. Duties include investigation of consumer complaints and/or incident reports from vendor when abuse, neglect, exploitation, or isolation, destruction of property is reported, either by or from consumers, the community, the provider or any regulatory board (e.g. the Bureau of Healthcare Quality and Compliance). Fiscal and budgetary accountability is met by and maintained by interacting with the SNAMHS Business Office. The incumbent ensures effective integration of existing programs and services with a Housing First Model to help individuals with mental illness improve their quality of life. This position requires understanding and implementation of the Olmstead Act, also with Medicaid and Medicare billing requirements. Other duties include verifying housing contracts submitted by case managers; verifying contracts and payment agreements are reviewed prior to routing for SNAMHS Administrative signatures; and auditing residential files to ensure compliance with state, federal and local standards. Necessary computer skills include the ability to develop and present spreadsheets, flow charts, project management plans and educational handouts and presentations. This is a full-time position with an anticipated work schedule of Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Incumbent will work an innovative variable schedule with overtime after 40 hours per week. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. ***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.*** Closing Date/Time: 02/05/2021
Jan 23, 2021
Full Time
Clinical Program Planners perform and supervise a variety of planning and analytical functions in support of clinical programs and activities within divisions of the Department of Health and Human Services, including quality improvement, program design, policy and procedure development, program evaluation, research, contract and grant development and administration, strategic planning, and training initiatives. Clinical Program Planner I's supervise quality improvement and quality assurance, program planning, program evaluation, and/or contract administration for a large program with multiple service delivery components, which may be regional or statewide. Southern Nevada Adult Mental Health (SNAMHS) is recruiting for a Clinical Program Planner I at West Charleston Residential Services in Las Vegas. This position assists the operations of contracted vendors who provide housing assistance, policy and procedures, and supervision of SNAMHS clients in scattered site settings. They monitor and ensure quality care is provided to individuals. They also monitor state vendors for compliance with state regulatory boards. Duties include investigation of consumer complaints and/or incident reports from vendor when abuse, neglect, exploitation, or isolation, destruction of property is reported, either by or from consumers, the community, the provider or any regulatory board (e.g. the Bureau of Healthcare Quality and Compliance). Fiscal and budgetary accountability is met by and maintained by interacting with the SNAMHS Business Office. The incumbent ensures effective integration of existing programs and services with a Housing First Model to help individuals with mental illness improve their quality of life. This position requires understanding and implementation of the Olmstead Act, also with Medicaid and Medicare billing requirements. Other duties include verifying housing contracts submitted by case managers; verifying contracts and payment agreements are reviewed prior to routing for SNAMHS Administrative signatures; and auditing residential files to ensure compliance with state, federal and local standards. Necessary computer skills include the ability to develop and present spreadsheets, flow charts, project management plans and educational handouts and presentations. This is a full-time position with an anticipated work schedule of Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Incumbent will work an innovative variable schedule with overtime after 40 hours per week. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. ***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.*** Closing Date/Time: 02/05/2021
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job The Department of Aging and Adult Services is offering a unique opportunity for a highly motivated, compassionate, results-oriented professional leader to build and transform the delivery of comprehensive services within the complex continuum of care for the elderly/aging and disabled adult population. Maximum Total Compensation Valued at up to $222,274 The Department of Aging and Adult Services is seeking an Assistant Director that will serve as a change agent for innovation while building and maintaining all operations of the department as it continues to grow its comprehensive services. Responsibilities include ensuring collaboration with community stakeholders to expand complex services; compliance with federal and state regulations; providing leadership and oversight for key programs servicing the elderly/aging and disabled adult population; establishing departmental policies, goals, and objectives; personnel management; and budget preparation and monitoring. This position is in the Unclassified Service and serves at the discretion of the Director of the Department of Aging and Adult Services. To view a more comprehensive listing of job duties for this classification refer to the Assistant Director of Aging and Adult Services and job description. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Travel: Statewide and nationwide travel is required. Travel throughout the County is also required, and employees may be required to make provisions for local transportation (mileage reimbursement is available at current IRS rates). A valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Minimum Requirements Education : A Master's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Gerontology, Clinical Psychology or Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage, Family or Child Psychology, or in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Administration, Public Health, or other closely related field. Qualifying degrees must be completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. In addition, degrees completed outside of the U.S. must be accompanied by an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service indicating equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. -AND- Experience : Option 1: Three (3) years of highly responsible experience as an executive-level manager or administrator within a large human services or social services agency, which includes: interpreting/enforcing relevant laws, rules and regulations; responsibility for program planning and development; personnel administration and business operations; and budget/fiscal administration for multi-million dollar budgets and/or contracts. Qualifying experience must also include collaboration with community stakeholders, working with public officials, and full-scope responsibility for managing multiple subordinate managers ( i.e., hiring, firing, mentoring/coaching, counseling, disciplinary actions, assigning work, completing work performance evaluations, developing work schedules and approving time off ). Option 2: Five (5) years of management experience within a large human services or social services agency, which includes professional-level administrative responsibility for interpreting/enforcing relevant laws, rules and regulations; responsibility for program planning and development; personnel administration and business operations; and budget/fiscal administration for multi-million dollar budgets and/or contracts. Qualifying experience must also include full-scope responsibility for managing multiple subordinate supervisors ( i.e., hiring, firing, mentoring/coaching, counseling, disciplinary actions, assigning work, completing work performance evaluations, developing work schedules and approving time off ). Note: Staff Analyst II and Administrative Supervisor II experience is not considered qualifying. Desired Qualifications The Ideal Candidate will have at least five (5) years of progressively responsible, executive-level management experience including program planning/development and delivery of services to elderly/aging and disabled adults within a large public sector agency or Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs). In addition, the ideal candidate will be a dynamic team builder and results-oriented, creative problem solver who thrives when taking the lead on multiple projects and enjoys collaborating on strategies and tactics, as well as achieving successful outcomes. Excellent financial and political acumen, and strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills are required to effectively manage key programs, and work with staff and other County departments, local cities, state, and federal agencies. Key Attributes: A strategic planner with a proven track record of achievement. A proven innovator who effectively implements new ideas with the goal of improving the lives of older adults and families in our community. Strong political acumen; be politically sensitive, but apolitical. Strong financial analysis skills to oversee multi-million dollar budgets/contracts while maximizing resources to create operational efficiencies. A self-motivated leader who can model a strong work ethic and be a team-player. A global thinker who can operate in a complex system of care with compassion. Experience collaborating with boards, department heads, and community agency executive directors. Knowledge and experience serving the elderly/aging and disabled adult population. Selection Process Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the appointing authority for further consideration . Apply ASAP as recruitment may close at anytime . There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible. Resumes may accompany the application as supplemental information only, but will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires . Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Closing Date/Time:
Jan 01, 2021
Full Time
The Job The Department of Aging and Adult Services is offering a unique opportunity for a highly motivated, compassionate, results-oriented professional leader to build and transform the delivery of comprehensive services within the complex continuum of care for the elderly/aging and disabled adult population. Maximum Total Compensation Valued at up to $222,274 The Department of Aging and Adult Services is seeking an Assistant Director that will serve as a change agent for innovation while building and maintaining all operations of the department as it continues to grow its comprehensive services. Responsibilities include ensuring collaboration with community stakeholders to expand complex services; compliance with federal and state regulations; providing leadership and oversight for key programs servicing the elderly/aging and disabled adult population; establishing departmental policies, goals, and objectives; personnel management; and budget preparation and monitoring. This position is in the Unclassified Service and serves at the discretion of the Director of the Department of Aging and Adult Services. To view a more comprehensive listing of job duties for this classification refer to the Assistant Director of Aging and Adult Services and job description. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Travel: Statewide and nationwide travel is required. Travel throughout the County is also required, and employees may be required to make provisions for local transportation (mileage reimbursement is available at current IRS rates). A valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Minimum Requirements Education : A Master's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Gerontology, Clinical Psychology or Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage, Family or Child Psychology, or in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Administration, Public Health, or other closely related field. Qualifying degrees must be completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. In addition, degrees completed outside of the U.S. must be accompanied by an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service indicating equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. -AND- Experience : Option 1: Three (3) years of highly responsible experience as an executive-level manager or administrator within a large human services or social services agency, which includes: interpreting/enforcing relevant laws, rules and regulations; responsibility for program planning and development; personnel administration and business operations; and budget/fiscal administration for multi-million dollar budgets and/or contracts. Qualifying experience must also include collaboration with community stakeholders, working with public officials, and full-scope responsibility for managing multiple subordinate managers ( i.e., hiring, firing, mentoring/coaching, counseling, disciplinary actions, assigning work, completing work performance evaluations, developing work schedules and approving time off ). Option 2: Five (5) years of management experience within a large human services or social services agency, which includes professional-level administrative responsibility for interpreting/enforcing relevant laws, rules and regulations; responsibility for program planning and development; personnel administration and business operations; and budget/fiscal administration for multi-million dollar budgets and/or contracts. Qualifying experience must also include full-scope responsibility for managing multiple subordinate supervisors ( i.e., hiring, firing, mentoring/coaching, counseling, disciplinary actions, assigning work, completing work performance evaluations, developing work schedules and approving time off ). Note: Staff Analyst II and Administrative Supervisor II experience is not considered qualifying. Desired Qualifications The Ideal Candidate will have at least five (5) years of progressively responsible, executive-level management experience including program planning/development and delivery of services to elderly/aging and disabled adults within a large public sector agency or Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs). In addition, the ideal candidate will be a dynamic team builder and results-oriented, creative problem solver who thrives when taking the lead on multiple projects and enjoys collaborating on strategies and tactics, as well as achieving successful outcomes. Excellent financial and political acumen, and strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills are required to effectively manage key programs, and work with staff and other County departments, local cities, state, and federal agencies. Key Attributes: A strategic planner with a proven track record of achievement. A proven innovator who effectively implements new ideas with the goal of improving the lives of older adults and families in our community. Strong political acumen; be politically sensitive, but apolitical. Strong financial analysis skills to oversee multi-million dollar budgets/contracts while maximizing resources to create operational efficiencies. A self-motivated leader who can model a strong work ethic and be a team-player. A global thinker who can operate in a complex system of care with compassion. Experience collaborating with boards, department heads, and community agency executive directors. Knowledge and experience serving the elderly/aging and disabled adult population. Selection Process Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the appointing authority for further consideration . Apply ASAP as recruitment may close at anytime . There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible. Resumes may accompany the application as supplemental information only, but will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires . Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Closing Date/Time:
Position Description The City of Tacoma Public Works Department is looking for a Senior Planner to join the traffic engineering and transportation planning group. This group is responsible for planning, coordinating, and design support for complex transportation planning, traffic engineering, and capital improvement projects. The successful applicant will work closely with internal staff (planning, engineering, and sustainability), external agencies, and advocacy groups to implement transportation goals and policies outlined in the Transportation Master Plan , as well as current City initiatives and priorities. Tacoma is a sustainable community with many diverse residents, businesses, and visitors who have various transportation priorities. The City is strategic in how it plans its transportation system with an emphasis on carrying the people and goods that foster Tacoma's culture, character, and competitiveness. The transportation system offers multimodal travel options that provide safe access for all users and neighborhoods, encourage healthy living, and protect the environment. The ideal candidate will understand planning principles, current practices, information sources and trends in the field of planning. They will have experience in other areas of transportation and project management, including traffic safety planning, right-of-way design, and grant funding. The candidate will be hard-working and approachable, culturally competent, and will be able to organize and express ideas through excellent oral and written communication to a wide variety of audiences. The candidate will be able to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a timely manner and continually look for innovative and creative process improvements that generate more consistent and transparent outcomes. Duties include, but are not limited to: Lead long-range transportation planning efforts, including updating the City's Transportation Master Plan and subarea plans throughout the City and conducting community engagement. Oversee development of corridor studies and conceptual designs for capital improvement projects. Support capital project programming and grant applications. Track performance measures. Contribute to development of new regulations and codes that support the City's adopted policies. Develop and implement the City's first Impact Fee and Vision Zero programs. Collaborate with various departments and agencies to discuss and implement policies and programs that support the City's transportation goals, including impact fees, affordable housing, active transportation, and safe routes to schools. Serve as a liaison and provide support to the City's Transportation Committee . Represent the City at various community meetings and at stakeholder committees including the City's Bicycle and Pedestrian Technical Advisory Group and Planning Commission. Support funding requests and grant applications by identifying and advancing projects that meet the City's transportation goals and objectives. Lead and/or supervise various groups to support projects, including internal staff and external consultants. Build and maintain an innovative network of key partners across sectors such as governments, industry, businesses, utilities, and academia to support sustainable infrastructure practices in Tacoma, as part of a sustainable transportation strategy. To see the full class specification, click here City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play. Qualifications DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS (TRAINING AND EDUCATION): Four-year college degree in urban planning, transportation planning, urban design, engineering, environmental affairs, public administration or related fields. AND Two years providing transportation planning services to a local agency Education and experience can be substituted e quivalently. LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER LEGAL REQUIREMENTS: Washington State Driver License at time of appointment to the position. Knowledge & Skills Ability to work with diverse audiences Demonstrated ability to manage many simultaneous demands and activities Creative thinker Marketing, communications or event planning experience Personal commitment and passion for increasing multi-modal transportation Ability to work effectively in a team as well as independently Successful grant research and writing experience Project management Interest in planning, transportation, sustainability, marketing and communications, and environmental issues Knowledge of regional transportation issues Principles and practices of municipal planning Excellent communication and presentation skills Computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, GIS) Analysis Use the principles and practices of planning and development to assess and understand issues, evaluate options, form accurate conclusions, and make decisions. Verbal Communication Effectively express information through the spoken word using language that is appropriate to both the complexity of the topic and the knowledge and understanding of the audience. Written Communication Effectively convey ideas and information in writing using language that is appropriate to both the complexity of the topic and the knowledge and understanding of the reader. Skill in creating graphic designs and presentations and render maps/site plans via sketches and/or computer graphics is highly desirable. Customer Focus Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction with the services provided by the City of Tacoma. Coordinating and Organizing Effectively plan and coordinate activities, services, and schedules to ensure smooth and efficient operation of work and to meet deadlines within timeframes. Adaptability/Flexibility Adapt easily to changing business needs, conditions and work responsibilities. Adapt approach, goals and methods to achieve successful solutions and results in dynamic situations. Selection Process & Supplemental Information To be considered for this career opportunity: Interested individuals must apply online and meet the minimum qualifications to progress in the examination process. Applicants must attach a detailed resume and cover letter describing your job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position. NOTE : Applications received without attaching the required resume and cover letter will not progress in the selection process. Applicants who are separated or retired and are eligible for veterans scoring criteria (Veterans Preference) must attach a copy of their DD-214 member copy 4, (proof of military discharge form) at time of application, to be eligible for review for Veteran's Preference points. Examination Process: This is a competitive selection process. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their responses to Supplemental Questions #6-11 reviewed and scored by a committee of subject matter experts, as the Experience and Training Test . It is the responsibility of the applicants to adequately describe all pertinent experience and training. Please make sure you read the questions and provide complete informative answers to them as this is the test and the panel does not have access to your resume and cover letter. DO NOT respond with see resume in lieu of answering these questions; this will result in a failing score. Applicants who pass the test will be placed on an Eligible List for potential interview and hiring consideration. Appointment is subject to passing a background check. New employees must successfully complete a nine-month probationary period prior to obtaining permanent status in this classification; any employee promoted into this position must successfully complete a six-month probationary period prior to obtaining permanent status in this classification. WHY WORK FOR THE CITY? The City of Tacoma offers a generous program of employee benefits: Outstanding working conditions and an exceptional quality-of-life environment. Medical coverage for eligible employees, spouses and dependents, including children up to age 26. Vision care with VSP for employees and eligible dependents enrolled in the Regence PPO medical plan with vision benefits. Dental coverage for eligible employees and their elected dependents, including dependent children up to the age of 26. Deferred compensation allowing tax-deferred savings as authorized under Section 457 of the IRS Code. Personal time off. Paid holidays. A great pension plan. Our City: When you work for the City of Tacoma you'll have the opportunity to enjoy a healthy work/life balance, the potential for flexible schedules with some job classifications, continuing education programs, leadership pathways, wellness incentives and a total rewards benefits program. We welcome you to take a look at our website and discover how the City of Tacoma can make your next career move part of our combined destiny: http://www.cityoftacoma.org/ http://www.traveltacoma.com/ http://www.cityoftacoma.org/newhires The City of Tacoma believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. This job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Communication from the City of Tacoma: We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders. The online application system requires you to enter a substantial amount of information. Be prepared to spend at least an hour entering information. In order for your application materials to be considered, all information must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on this job announcement. For assistance with the NEOGOV application process, questions regarding this job announcement, or if you are experiencing complications while applying, please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591.5400 by 4:00 pm of the closing date of the job announcement. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes. Closing Date/Time: 2/2/2021 5:00 PM Pacific
Jan 16, 2021
Full Time
Position Description The City of Tacoma Public Works Department is looking for a Senior Planner to join the traffic engineering and transportation planning group. This group is responsible for planning, coordinating, and design support for complex transportation planning, traffic engineering, and capital improvement projects. The successful applicant will work closely with internal staff (planning, engineering, and sustainability), external agencies, and advocacy groups to implement transportation goals and policies outlined in the Transportation Master Plan , as well as current City initiatives and priorities. Tacoma is a sustainable community with many diverse residents, businesses, and visitors who have various transportation priorities. The City is strategic in how it plans its transportation system with an emphasis on carrying the people and goods that foster Tacoma's culture, character, and competitiveness. The transportation system offers multimodal travel options that provide safe access for all users and neighborhoods, encourage healthy living, and protect the environment. The ideal candidate will understand planning principles, current practices, information sources and trends in the field of planning. They will have experience in other areas of transportation and project management, including traffic safety planning, right-of-way design, and grant funding. The candidate will be hard-working and approachable, culturally competent, and will be able to organize and express ideas through excellent oral and written communication to a wide variety of audiences. The candidate will be able to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a timely manner and continually look for innovative and creative process improvements that generate more consistent and transparent outcomes. Duties include, but are not limited to: Lead long-range transportation planning efforts, including updating the City's Transportation Master Plan and subarea plans throughout the City and conducting community engagement. Oversee development of corridor studies and conceptual designs for capital improvement projects. Support capital project programming and grant applications. Track performance measures. Contribute to development of new regulations and codes that support the City's adopted policies. Develop and implement the City's first Impact Fee and Vision Zero programs. Collaborate with various departments and agencies to discuss and implement policies and programs that support the City's transportation goals, including impact fees, affordable housing, active transportation, and safe routes to schools. Serve as a liaison and provide support to the City's Transportation Committee . Represent the City at various community meetings and at stakeholder committees including the City's Bicycle and Pedestrian Technical Advisory Group and Planning Commission. Support funding requests and grant applications by identifying and advancing projects that meet the City's transportation goals and objectives. Lead and/or supervise various groups to support projects, including internal staff and external consultants. Build and maintain an innovative network of key partners across sectors such as governments, industry, businesses, utilities, and academia to support sustainable infrastructure practices in Tacoma, as part of a sustainable transportation strategy. To see the full class specification, click here City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play. Qualifications DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS (TRAINING AND EDUCATION): Four-year college degree in urban planning, transportation planning, urban design, engineering, environmental affairs, public administration or related fields. AND Two years providing transportation planning services to a local agency Education and experience can be substituted e quivalently. LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER LEGAL REQUIREMENTS: Washington State Driver License at time of appointment to the position. Knowledge & Skills Ability to work with diverse audiences Demonstrated ability to manage many simultaneous demands and activities Creative thinker Marketing, communications or event planning experience Personal commitment and passion for increasing multi-modal transportation Ability to work effectively in a team as well as independently Successful grant research and writing experience Project management Interest in planning, transportation, sustainability, marketing and communications, and environmental issues Knowledge of regional transportation issues Principles and practices of municipal planning Excellent communication and presentation skills Computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, GIS) Analysis Use the principles and practices of planning and development to assess and understand issues, evaluate options, form accurate conclusions, and make decisions. Verbal Communication Effectively express information through the spoken word using language that is appropriate to both the complexity of the topic and the knowledge and understanding of the audience. Written Communication Effectively convey ideas and information in writing using language that is appropriate to both the complexity of the topic and the knowledge and understanding of the reader. Skill in creating graphic designs and presentations and render maps/site plans via sketches and/or computer graphics is highly desirable. Customer Focus Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction with the services provided by the City of Tacoma. Coordinating and Organizing Effectively plan and coordinate activities, services, and schedules to ensure smooth and efficient operation of work and to meet deadlines within timeframes. Adaptability/Flexibility Adapt easily to changing business needs, conditions and work responsibilities. Adapt approach, goals and methods to achieve successful solutions and results in dynamic situations. Selection Process & Supplemental Information To be considered for this career opportunity: Interested individuals must apply online and meet the minimum qualifications to progress in the examination process. Applicants must attach a detailed resume and cover letter describing your job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position. NOTE : Applications received without attaching the required resume and cover letter will not progress in the selection process. Applicants who are separated or retired and are eligible for veterans scoring criteria (Veterans Preference) must attach a copy of their DD-214 member copy 4, (proof of military discharge form) at time of application, to be eligible for review for Veteran's Preference points. Examination Process: This is a competitive selection process. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their responses to Supplemental Questions #6-11 reviewed and scored by a committee of subject matter experts, as the Experience and Training Test . It is the responsibility of the applicants to adequately describe all pertinent experience and training. Please make sure you read the questions and provide complete informative answers to them as this is the test and the panel does not have access to your resume and cover letter. DO NOT respond with see resume in lieu of answering these questions; this will result in a failing score. Applicants who pass the test will be placed on an Eligible List for potential interview and hiring consideration. Appointment is subject to passing a background check. New employees must successfully complete a nine-month probationary period prior to obtaining permanent status in this classification; any employee promoted into this position must successfully complete a six-month probationary period prior to obtaining permanent status in this classification. WHY WORK FOR THE CITY? The City of Tacoma offers a generous program of employee benefits: Outstanding working conditions and an exceptional quality-of-life environment. Medical coverage for eligible employees, spouses and dependents, including children up to age 26. Vision care with VSP for employees and eligible dependents enrolled in the Regence PPO medical plan with vision benefits. Dental coverage for eligible employees and their elected dependents, including dependent children up to the age of 26. Deferred compensation allowing tax-deferred savings as authorized under Section 457 of the IRS Code. Personal time off. Paid holidays. A great pension plan. Our City: When you work for the City of Tacoma you'll have the opportunity to enjoy a healthy work/life balance, the potential for flexible schedules with some job classifications, continuing education programs, leadership pathways, wellness incentives and a total rewards benefits program. We welcome you to take a look at our website and discover how the City of Tacoma can make your next career move part of our combined destiny: http://www.cityoftacoma.org/ http://www.traveltacoma.com/ http://www.cityoftacoma.org/newhires The City of Tacoma believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. This job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Communication from the City of Tacoma: We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders. The online application system requires you to enter a substantial amount of information. Be prepared to spend at least an hour entering information. In order for your application materials to be considered, all information must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on this job announcement. For assistance with the NEOGOV application process, questions regarding this job announcement, or if you are experiencing complications while applying, please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591.5400 by 4:00 pm of the closing date of the job announcement. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes. Closing Date/Time: 2/2/2021 5:00 PM Pacific
King County, WA
Seattle, Washington, United States
Summary King County Wastewater Treatment Division's (WTD's) Comprehensive Planning Unit has an exciting opportunity for a senior planner to help develop and implement the county's wastewater Treatment Planning Program. This position will provide senior level analysis, planning, and policy development expertise in support of WTD's Treatment Planning Program. This position will also provide senior guidance, input, and review on other planning efforts, including comprehensive system planning, combined sewer overflow control planning, conveyance system capacity planning, inflow and infiltration control planning, and asset management planning. WTD is looking for an innovative wastewater utility planner with experience managing capital projects and programs in a municipal setting. This position requires both working independently and working as a Treatment Planning team member that supports various leads, project managers, and operations staff. The position may involve making decisions with minimal guidance on issues that may not have established or clearly defined guidelines, procedures, or policies. This position will be responsible for elements of the Treatment Planning Program, including representing the Program within the county and to outside agencies and the public. WTD currently operates three large regional treatment plants, two smaller local treatment plants, one community septic system, and four wet-weather treatment stations, with a fifth wet-weather treatment station currently under construction. The individual in this position will have a key role in conducting the planning necessary to ensure that treatment capacity is maintained and expanded as required due to population growth and regulatory requirements, that effluent quality is maintained or improved as required by state and federal permit conditions, and that good use is made of the public's dollar. WTD is committed to the principles of equity and social justice. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences in our workforce and are committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive environment. WTD strives to provide equitable services to residents and businesses across King County. Who is Eligible: This position is open to all qualified Technical Employees Association (TEA) Wastewater Treatment Division employees. Permanent Telecommuting Requirement The work associated with this position will be performed remotely on a permanent basis. There will be situations where the employee is required to report to a County worksite. Employees must reside in WA state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required by the department in alignment with the Public Health Directive from the Seattle & King County Public Health Officer. King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint. To support employees during this time King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team . Work Location: This position will work remotely (home style work environment) . There will be an expectation to travel to various worksites throughout King and South Snohomish County as needed for your work. Work Schedule: This position is exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible. This full-time position works a 40-hour work week., Monday through Friday. To learn more about the Wastewater Treatment Division click on the below links: http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/wtd/About.aspx http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/wtd/About/Vision.aspx Job Duties Help lead the development and implementation of the newly-created Treatment Planning Program within the Wastewater Treatment Division, including the development and implementation of a long-term, comprehensive treatment plan. Participate on various internal and external teams as a treatment planning representative, offering expertise and needed information on treatment capacity and regulatory issues in the larger context of WTD comprehensive planning, the Regional Wastewater Service Plan, and the Clean Water Plan. Review initiatives, plans, regulations, policies, technical studies, and documents for impacts on the regional treatment system and treatment planning program. Manage treatment planning projects regarding various treatment processes, including special studies, planning alternative analyses, problem definition, program reviews, and plan updates. Develop and manage project goals and objectives, scope of work, schedule, budget, and public involvement. Develop and provide direction to collaborative, cross-divisional teams making day-to-day decisions regarding tasks, assignments, and conflicts. Develop and manage consultant contracts. Ensure thorough communication between management, program managers, project teams, and support staff. Coordinate various types of planning, technical, costing, and policy analyses, including level of treatment, benefit/cost, literature reviews, sustainability, and data statistical analyses to evaluate technical concepts and recommend policies and decisions for the Treatment Planning Program. Assist with development of National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit renewal applications. Coordinate cross-divisionally to consider the nexus and context of other system needs, opportunities, and priorities with treatment capacity and regulatory planning needs, including asset management, operations, resource recovery, technology assessment, sustainability, etc. Develop and successfully manage diverse teams that include technical experts from multiple county Sections or Departments. Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships. Effectively manage conflict. Make oral presentations to elected officials, community groups, and the general public. Support the county's Equity and Social Justice Initiative. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in planning or engineering discipline, environmental science, or closely related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Increasingly responsible relevant planning, environmental review, and/or policy development experience. Knowledge of secondary treatment of municipal wastewater as well as advanced treatment methods, including nutrient removal. Experience implementing various project management and utility planning techniques, principles, and practices. Experience using decision making criteria, principles and practices, including supporting/ leading decision-making processes with Executive leadership Experience managing consultant contract scopes of work and budgets. Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, meeting established deadlines. Demonstrated experience working with minimal guidance where there may be ambiguity and established procedures and policies may not exist and must be developed. Ability to identify issues needing management attention and input. Demonstrated experience evaluating the feasibility of technical concepts, environmental or water quality plans, policies, or research findings. Demonstrated ability to think conceptually, observe and evaluate trends, and to analyze and draw logical conclusions. Experience with following policy guidance, regulations, and laws, including knowledge of environmental regulations, such as federal Clean Water Act and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). Demonstrated skills verbally communicating complex technical information with colleagues, senior managers, elected officials, other agencies, contractors, stakeholders, advisory groups, and the general public. Demonstrated experience producing technical and planning documents for both technical and non-technical audiences; skills include planning, writing, reviewing, and editing for content and readability. Demonstrated ability to work successfully with a diverse group of stakeholders, including the public and elected representatives. Advanced team building, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills to facilitate the effective exchange of information, problem solving, and the ability to use collaborative processes to successfully execute projects involving a diverse group of individuals from a matrix organization. Ability to remain calm and focused while under periods of stress or conflict. A working knowledge and proficiency using Microsoft Office software. Our Ideal Candidate Will Have The Following Competencies: Technical Expertise - Provides senior technical expertise and guidance and review to staff and contractors regarding wastewater treatment facilities, wastewater conveyance, and outfalls. Planning - Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects, sets objective and goals, breaks down work into the process steps, develops schedules and task/people assignments, anticipates and adjusts for problems and roadblocks, measures performance against goals, evaluates results, can effectively manage multiple highly complex projects and programs at the same time as a routine work load. Building Effective Teams - Blends people into teams when needed, creates strong morale and spirit in their team, shares wins and successes, fosters open dialogue, lets people finish and be responsible for their work, defines success in terms of the whole team, creates a feeling of belonging in the team. Interpersonal Savvy - Relates well to all kinds of people - up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization, builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships, uses diplomacy and tact, can defuse even high-tension situations comfortably, remains calm under stress, is highly effective in managing conflict. Informing - Provides the information people need to know to do their jobs and to feel good about being a member of the team, unit, and/or organization; provides individuals information so that they can make accurate decisions, is timely with information. Strategic Agility - Sees ahead clearly, can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately has broad knowledge and perspective, is future oriented, can articulately paint credible pictures and visions of possibilities and likelihoods, can create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans. License/Certification: Valid Washington State Driver's License Highly Desired: Knowledge of King County's treatment plants and regional treatment system. Knowledge of local government processes, public utility issues, and communications. Physical Requirements: Ability to safely visit various construction sites and wastewater treatment and conveyance facilities. Work Environment: Work is performed in both a home office environment and in the field at wastewater treatment facilities of various types throughout King County. These sites may not be served by public transit. Supplemental Information Application and Selection Process: Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness including online application, cover letter and resume, and responsiveness to the list of qualifications, skills, and abilities. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. Applications without the following required materials may not be considered for this position. King County application Resume Cover Letter detailing your background and what you can bring to this position Responses to supplemental questions Union Representation: This position is represented by the Technical Employee's Association (TEA). For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Diana Eberly Senior Human Resource Analyst 206-477-6899 Diana.eberly@kingcounty.gov Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our " True North ", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact your recruiter listed on this job announcement. Closing Date/Time: 2/3/2021 11:59 PM Pacific
Jan 21, 2021
Full Time
Summary King County Wastewater Treatment Division's (WTD's) Comprehensive Planning Unit has an exciting opportunity for a senior planner to help develop and implement the county's wastewater Treatment Planning Program. This position will provide senior level analysis, planning, and policy development expertise in support of WTD's Treatment Planning Program. This position will also provide senior guidance, input, and review on other planning efforts, including comprehensive system planning, combined sewer overflow control planning, conveyance system capacity planning, inflow and infiltration control planning, and asset management planning. WTD is looking for an innovative wastewater utility planner with experience managing capital projects and programs in a municipal setting. This position requires both working independently and working as a Treatment Planning team member that supports various leads, project managers, and operations staff. The position may involve making decisions with minimal guidance on issues that may not have established or clearly defined guidelines, procedures, or policies. This position will be responsible for elements of the Treatment Planning Program, including representing the Program within the county and to outside agencies and the public. WTD currently operates three large regional treatment plants, two smaller local treatment plants, one community septic system, and four wet-weather treatment stations, with a fifth wet-weather treatment station currently under construction. The individual in this position will have a key role in conducting the planning necessary to ensure that treatment capacity is maintained and expanded as required due to population growth and regulatory requirements, that effluent quality is maintained or improved as required by state and federal permit conditions, and that good use is made of the public's dollar. WTD is committed to the principles of equity and social justice. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences in our workforce and are committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive environment. WTD strives to provide equitable services to residents and businesses across King County. Who is Eligible: This position is open to all qualified Technical Employees Association (TEA) Wastewater Treatment Division employees. Permanent Telecommuting Requirement The work associated with this position will be performed remotely on a permanent basis. There will be situations where the employee is required to report to a County worksite. Employees must reside in WA state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required by the department in alignment with the Public Health Directive from the Seattle & King County Public Health Officer. King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint. To support employees during this time King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team . Work Location: This position will work remotely (home style work environment) . There will be an expectation to travel to various worksites throughout King and South Snohomish County as needed for your work. Work Schedule: This position is exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible. This full-time position works a 40-hour work week., Monday through Friday. To learn more about the Wastewater Treatment Division click on the below links: http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/wtd/About.aspx http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/wtd/About/Vision.aspx Job Duties Help lead the development and implementation of the newly-created Treatment Planning Program within the Wastewater Treatment Division, including the development and implementation of a long-term, comprehensive treatment plan. Participate on various internal and external teams as a treatment planning representative, offering expertise and needed information on treatment capacity and regulatory issues in the larger context of WTD comprehensive planning, the Regional Wastewater Service Plan, and the Clean Water Plan. Review initiatives, plans, regulations, policies, technical studies, and documents for impacts on the regional treatment system and treatment planning program. Manage treatment planning projects regarding various treatment processes, including special studies, planning alternative analyses, problem definition, program reviews, and plan updates. Develop and manage project goals and objectives, scope of work, schedule, budget, and public involvement. Develop and provide direction to collaborative, cross-divisional teams making day-to-day decisions regarding tasks, assignments, and conflicts. Develop and manage consultant contracts. Ensure thorough communication between management, program managers, project teams, and support staff. Coordinate various types of planning, technical, costing, and policy analyses, including level of treatment, benefit/cost, literature reviews, sustainability, and data statistical analyses to evaluate technical concepts and recommend policies and decisions for the Treatment Planning Program. Assist with development of National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit renewal applications. Coordinate cross-divisionally to consider the nexus and context of other system needs, opportunities, and priorities with treatment capacity and regulatory planning needs, including asset management, operations, resource recovery, technology assessment, sustainability, etc. Develop and successfully manage diverse teams that include technical experts from multiple county Sections or Departments. Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships. Effectively manage conflict. Make oral presentations to elected officials, community groups, and the general public. Support the county's Equity and Social Justice Initiative. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in planning or engineering discipline, environmental science, or closely related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Increasingly responsible relevant planning, environmental review, and/or policy development experience. Knowledge of secondary treatment of municipal wastewater as well as advanced treatment methods, including nutrient removal. Experience implementing various project management and utility planning techniques, principles, and practices. Experience using decision making criteria, principles and practices, including supporting/ leading decision-making processes with Executive leadership Experience managing consultant contract scopes of work and budgets. Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, meeting established deadlines. Demonstrated experience working with minimal guidance where there may be ambiguity and established procedures and policies may not exist and must be developed. Ability to identify issues needing management attention and input. Demonstrated experience evaluating the feasibility of technical concepts, environmental or water quality plans, policies, or research findings. Demonstrated ability to think conceptually, observe and evaluate trends, and to analyze and draw logical conclusions. Experience with following policy guidance, regulations, and laws, including knowledge of environmental regulations, such as federal Clean Water Act and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). Demonstrated skills verbally communicating complex technical information with colleagues, senior managers, elected officials, other agencies, contractors, stakeholders, advisory groups, and the general public. Demonstrated experience producing technical and planning documents for both technical and non-technical audiences; skills include planning, writing, reviewing, and editing for content and readability. Demonstrated ability to work successfully with a diverse group of stakeholders, including the public and elected representatives. Advanced team building, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills to facilitate the effective exchange of information, problem solving, and the ability to use collaborative processes to successfully execute projects involving a diverse group of individuals from a matrix organization. Ability to remain calm and focused while under periods of stress or conflict. A working knowledge and proficiency using Microsoft Office software. Our Ideal Candidate Will Have The Following Competencies: Technical Expertise - Provides senior technical expertise and guidance and review to staff and contractors regarding wastewater treatment facilities, wastewater conveyance, and outfalls. Planning - Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects, sets objective and goals, breaks down work into the process steps, develops schedules and task/people assignments, anticipates and adjusts for problems and roadblocks, measures performance against goals, evaluates results, can effectively manage multiple highly complex projects and programs at the same time as a routine work load. Building Effective Teams - Blends people into teams when needed, creates strong morale and spirit in their team, shares wins and successes, fosters open dialogue, lets people finish and be responsible for their work, defines success in terms of the whole team, creates a feeling of belonging in the team. Interpersonal Savvy - Relates well to all kinds of people - up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization, builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships, uses diplomacy and tact, can defuse even high-tension situations comfortably, remains calm under stress, is highly effective in managing conflict. Informing - Provides the information people need to know to do their jobs and to feel good about being a member of the team, unit, and/or organization; provides individuals information so that they can make accurate decisions, is timely with information. Strategic Agility - Sees ahead clearly, can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately has broad knowledge and perspective, is future oriented, can articulately paint credible pictures and visions of possibilities and likelihoods, can create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans. License/Certification: Valid Washington State Driver's License Highly Desired: Knowledge of King County's treatment plants and regional treatment system. Knowledge of local government processes, public utility issues, and communications. Physical Requirements: Ability to safely visit various construction sites and wastewater treatment and conveyance facilities. Work Environment: Work is performed in both a home office environment and in the field at wastewater treatment facilities of various types throughout King County. These sites may not be served by public transit. Supplemental Information Application and Selection Process: Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness including online application, cover letter and resume, and responsiveness to the list of qualifications, skills, and abilities. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. Applications without the following required materials may not be considered for this position. King County application Resume Cover Letter detailing your background and what you can bring to this position Responses to supplemental questions Union Representation: This position is represented by the Technical Employee's Association (TEA). For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Diana Eberly Senior Human Resource Analyst 206-477-6899 Diana.eberly@kingcounty.gov Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our " True North ", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact your recruiter listed on this job announcement. Closing Date/Time: 2/3/2021 11:59 PM Pacific
King County, WA
Seattle, Washington, United States
Summary King County Wastewater Treatment Division's (WTD) Comprehensive Planning Unit has an exciting opportunity for a senior planner to help guide and implement the county's combined sewer overflow (CSO) control program. This position will support and guide specific coordination and program objectives relating to regulatory and interagency planning activities, including an upcoming amendment of WTD's CSO Long-term Control Plan. This position will also provide senior guidance, input, and review on other planning efforts, including comprehensive system planning, regional treatment plant planning, conveyance system capacity planning, inflow and infiltration control planning, and asset management planning. WTD is looking for an innovative wastewater utility planner with experience leading planning and coordination efforts on facility projects/programs in a municipal setting. WTD's CSO program is a nationally recognized program that has led the way in managing combined sewers through advanced treatment and green stormwater infrastructure. This position will assist with ensuring the compliance, reporting and planning necessary to meet County policies and state and federal regulations. This position will also help ensure the good use of the public's dollar as the CSO program is implemented. This position requires both working independently and working as a CSO team member that supports various leads, project managers, and operations staff. The position may involve making decisions with minimal guidance on issues that may not have established or clearly defined guidelines, procedures, or policies. This position will be responsible for elements of the Comprehensive Planning Program, including representing the Program within the county and to outside agencies and the public . WTD is committed to the principles of equity and social justice. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences in our workforce and are committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive environment. WTD strives to provide equitable services to residents and businesses across King County. To learn more about the Wastewater Treatment Division click on the below links: http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/wtd/About.aspx http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/wtd/About/Vision.aspx Duration: This Special Duty Assignment or Term Limited Temporary is approved from 2/1/2021 through 1/31/2024. Who is Eligible: This position is open to all qualified applicants. Permanent Telecommuting Requirement The work associated with this position will be performed remotely on a permanent basis. There will be situations where the employee is required to report to a County worksite. Employees must reside in WA state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required by the department in alignment with the Public Health Directive from the Seattle & King County Public Health Officer. King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint. To support employees during this time King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team. Work Location: Primarily teleworking and the King Street Center 201 S. Jackson St., Seattle WA 98104 Work Schedule: This position is exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible. This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Job Duties Assist with negotiations with the United States Environmental Protection Agency, Washington State Department of Ecology, and the United States Department of Justice regarding potential modifications to King County's CSO consent decree. Lead key tasks for updating King County's CSO Long-Term Control Plan that is currently anticipated to be delivered to King County Council in 2023 and to regulators in 2024. It is currently anticipated that the 2024 CSO Long-Term Control Plan will represent a major modification to the existing plan, accounting for a renegotiated CSO consent decree, new policy direction contained in the Clean Water Plan, and projected impacts of climate change on wet-weather sewer flows. Provide strategic planning direction and technical expertise to coordination efforts with Seattle Public Utilities on planning CSO management and control activities. Lead efforts to develop and implement supplemental compliance plans for CSOs where control projects have been implemented but do not meet the state standard for CSO control. Serve as the CSO program representative on CSO control capital design teams to ensure project adherence to planning and policy goals. Effectively and efficiently apply advanced Project and Program Management industry standards and practices in the areas of strategic planning, coordinating, scope management, budget management, schedule management, monitoring/control, and reporting. Develop, implement and manage scope of work, schedule, budget and contract requirements for multiple planning efforts and program implementation. Develop and successfully manage diverse teams that include technical experts from multiple county Sections or Departments. Develop and manage planning processes to ensure that the appropriate and timely decisions are made and documented. Manage the development of project and program schedules with deliverables. Monitor and control project and program schedules to ensure successful implementation. Document, obtain approval, and manage changes to scope; negotiate contract scopes, schedules and budgets and contract changes. Monitor and control work, report on status of assigned work, measure performance using appropriate tools and techniques, identify and quantify any variances, perform any required corrective actions, and communicate to all stakeholders. Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships and effectively manage conflict. Procure and administer consultant contracts. Oversee and supervise the preparation of all contract negotiations, change orders, interpretation and compliance monitoring. Make oral presentations to elected officials, community groups and the general public. Work with other King County departments in developing and initiating projects to resolve problems and/or issues regarding facilities. Identify capital project scope, budget, and funding and schedules. Support the County's Equity and Social Justice Initiative. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in public policy, urban planning, environmental engineering, environmental science, or closely related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Increasingly responsible relevant planning, environmental review, and/or policy development experience. Experience working with and interpreting environmental and water quality laws, regulations, permitting, standards, and processes, including compliance data and reporting. Experience developing, coordinating and reviewing various types of technical, costing and policy analyses, including benefit/cost, environmental risk assessment, literature reviews, sustainability, and data statistical analyses to evaluate technical concepts and recommend policies and decisions. Demonstrated leadership experience in applying planning principles, methods and approaches in planning processes to facilitate decision making and stakeholder engagement. Expertise in water or wastewater system and facility planning or design. Experience making presentations to a variety of audiences, including management teams, advisory groups, and/or elected bodies. An advanced knowledge of project management processes and knowledge areas as described by the Project Management Institute's Project Management Body of Knowledge. Superior skills verbally communicating complex technical information with colleagues, senior managers, elected officials, other agencies, contractors, stakeholders, and the general public. Experience producing technical documents for both technical and non-technical audiences; skills include planning, writing, reviewing and editing for content and readability. Advanced team building, conflict resolution, coordination and negotiation skills to facilitate the effective exchange of information, problem solving, and the ability to use collaborative processes to successfully execute projects involving a diverse group of individuals from a matrix organization. Ability to be adaptive and navigate complexity, ambiguity and uncertainty under shifting priorities and tight timelines. Experience preparing materials and presentations for executive management decision making. Ability to remain calm and focused while under periods of stress or conflict. A working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Our Ideal Candidate Will Have The Following Competencies: Technical Expertise - Provides senior technical expertise and guidance and review to staff and contractors regarding analyses of CSO control strategies, wastewater treatment facilities, green stormwater infrastructure design, wastewater system hydraulic modeling, pump stations, conveyance systems, and outfalls Planning - Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects, sets objective and goals, breaks down work into the process steps, develops schedules and task/people assignments, anticipates and adjusts for problems and roadblocks, measures performance against goals, evaluates results, can effectively manage multiple highly complex projects and programs at the same time as a routine work load. Building Effective Teams - Blends people into teams when needed, creates strong morale and spirit in their team, shares wins and successes, fosters open dialogue, lets people finish and be responsible for their work, defines success in terms of the whole team, creates a feeling of belonging in the team. Interpersonal Savvy - Relates well to all kinds of people - up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization, builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships, uses diplomacy and tact, can defuse even high-tension situations comfortably, remains calm under stress, is highly effective in managing conflict. Informing - Provides the information people need to know to do their jobs and to feel good about being a member of the team, unit, and/or organization; provides individuals information so that they can make accurate decisions, is timely with information. Strategic Agility - Sees ahead clearly, can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately has broad knowledge and perspective, is future oriented, can articulately paint credible pictures and visions of possibilities and likelihoods, can create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans. License/Certification: Valid Washington State Driver's License Highly Desired: Envision Sustainability Professional ENV SP Knowledge of combined sewer system control, management and operations Physical Requirements: Ability to safely visit various construction sites and wastewater treatment and conveyance facilities. Supplemental Information Application and Selection Process: Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness including online application, cover letter and resume, and responsiveness to the list of qualifications, skills, and abilities. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. Applications without the following required materials may not be considered for this position. King County application Resume Cover Letter detailing your background and what you can bring to this position Responses to supplemental questions Union Representation: This position is represented by the Technical Employee's Association (TEA). For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Diana Eberly Senior Human Resource Analyst 206-477-6899 Diana.eberly@kingcounty.gov Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our " True North ", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact your recruiter listed on this job announcement. Closing Date/Time: 1/27/2021 11:59 PM Pacific
Jan 16, 2021
Part Time
Summary King County Wastewater Treatment Division's (WTD) Comprehensive Planning Unit has an exciting opportunity for a senior planner to help guide and implement the county's combined sewer overflow (CSO) control program. This position will support and guide specific coordination and program objectives relating to regulatory and interagency planning activities, including an upcoming amendment of WTD's CSO Long-term Control Plan. This position will also provide senior guidance, input, and review on other planning efforts, including comprehensive system planning, regional treatment plant planning, conveyance system capacity planning, inflow and infiltration control planning, and asset management planning. WTD is looking for an innovative wastewater utility planner with experience leading planning and coordination efforts on facility projects/programs in a municipal setting. WTD's CSO program is a nationally recognized program that has led the way in managing combined sewers through advanced treatment and green stormwater infrastructure. This position will assist with ensuring the compliance, reporting and planning necessary to meet County policies and state and federal regulations. This position will also help ensure the good use of the public's dollar as the CSO program is implemented. This position requires both working independently and working as a CSO team member that supports various leads, project managers, and operations staff. The position may involve making decisions with minimal guidance on issues that may not have established or clearly defined guidelines, procedures, or policies. This position will be responsible for elements of the Comprehensive Planning Program, including representing the Program within the county and to outside agencies and the public . WTD is committed to the principles of equity and social justice. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences in our workforce and are committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive environment. WTD strives to provide equitable services to residents and businesses across King County. To learn more about the Wastewater Treatment Division click on the below links: http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/wtd/About.aspx http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/wtd/About/Vision.aspx Duration: This Special Duty Assignment or Term Limited Temporary is approved from 2/1/2021 through 1/31/2024. Who is Eligible: This position is open to all qualified applicants. Permanent Telecommuting Requirement The work associated with this position will be performed remotely on a permanent basis. There will be situations where the employee is required to report to a County worksite. Employees must reside in WA state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required by the department in alignment with the Public Health Directive from the Seattle & King County Public Health Officer. King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint. To support employees during this time King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team. Work Location: Primarily teleworking and the King Street Center 201 S. Jackson St., Seattle WA 98104 Work Schedule: This position is exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible. This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Job Duties Assist with negotiations with the United States Environmental Protection Agency, Washington State Department of Ecology, and the United States Department of Justice regarding potential modifications to King County's CSO consent decree. Lead key tasks for updating King County's CSO Long-Term Control Plan that is currently anticipated to be delivered to King County Council in 2023 and to regulators in 2024. It is currently anticipated that the 2024 CSO Long-Term Control Plan will represent a major modification to the existing plan, accounting for a renegotiated CSO consent decree, new policy direction contained in the Clean Water Plan, and projected impacts of climate change on wet-weather sewer flows. Provide strategic planning direction and technical expertise to coordination efforts with Seattle Public Utilities on planning CSO management and control activities. Lead efforts to develop and implement supplemental compliance plans for CSOs where control projects have been implemented but do not meet the state standard for CSO control. Serve as the CSO program representative on CSO control capital design teams to ensure project adherence to planning and policy goals. Effectively and efficiently apply advanced Project and Program Management industry standards and practices in the areas of strategic planning, coordinating, scope management, budget management, schedule management, monitoring/control, and reporting. Develop, implement and manage scope of work, schedule, budget and contract requirements for multiple planning efforts and program implementation. Develop and successfully manage diverse teams that include technical experts from multiple county Sections or Departments. Develop and manage planning processes to ensure that the appropriate and timely decisions are made and documented. Manage the development of project and program schedules with deliverables. Monitor and control project and program schedules to ensure successful implementation. Document, obtain approval, and manage changes to scope; negotiate contract scopes, schedules and budgets and contract changes. Monitor and control work, report on status of assigned work, measure performance using appropriate tools and techniques, identify and quantify any variances, perform any required corrective actions, and communicate to all stakeholders. Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships and effectively manage conflict. Procure and administer consultant contracts. Oversee and supervise the preparation of all contract negotiations, change orders, interpretation and compliance monitoring. Make oral presentations to elected officials, community groups and the general public. Work with other King County departments in developing and initiating projects to resolve problems and/or issues regarding facilities. Identify capital project scope, budget, and funding and schedules. Support the County's Equity and Social Justice Initiative. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in public policy, urban planning, environmental engineering, environmental science, or closely related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Increasingly responsible relevant planning, environmental review, and/or policy development experience. Experience working with and interpreting environmental and water quality laws, regulations, permitting, standards, and processes, including compliance data and reporting. Experience developing, coordinating and reviewing various types of technical, costing and policy analyses, including benefit/cost, environmental risk assessment, literature reviews, sustainability, and data statistical analyses to evaluate technical concepts and recommend policies and decisions. Demonstrated leadership experience in applying planning principles, methods and approaches in planning processes to facilitate decision making and stakeholder engagement. Expertise in water or wastewater system and facility planning or design. Experience making presentations to a variety of audiences, including management teams, advisory groups, and/or elected bodies. An advanced knowledge of project management processes and knowledge areas as described by the Project Management Institute's Project Management Body of Knowledge. Superior skills verbally communicating complex technical information with colleagues, senior managers, elected officials, other agencies, contractors, stakeholders, and the general public. Experience producing technical documents for both technical and non-technical audiences; skills include planning, writing, reviewing and editing for content and readability. Advanced team building, conflict resolution, coordination and negotiation skills to facilitate the effective exchange of information, problem solving, and the ability to use collaborative processes to successfully execute projects involving a diverse group of individuals from a matrix organization. Ability to be adaptive and navigate complexity, ambiguity and uncertainty under shifting priorities and tight timelines. Experience preparing materials and presentations for executive management decision making. Ability to remain calm and focused while under periods of stress or conflict. A working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Our Ideal Candidate Will Have The Following Competencies: Technical Expertise - Provides senior technical expertise and guidance and review to staff and contractors regarding analyses of CSO control strategies, wastewater treatment facilities, green stormwater infrastructure design, wastewater system hydraulic modeling, pump stations, conveyance systems, and outfalls Planning - Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects, sets objective and goals, breaks down work into the process steps, develops schedules and task/people assignments, anticipates and adjusts for problems and roadblocks, measures performance against goals, evaluates results, can effectively manage multiple highly complex projects and programs at the same time as a routine work load. Building Effective Teams - Blends people into teams when needed, creates strong morale and spirit in their team, shares wins and successes, fosters open dialogue, lets people finish and be responsible for their work, defines success in terms of the whole team, creates a feeling of belonging in the team. Interpersonal Savvy - Relates well to all kinds of people - up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization, builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships, uses diplomacy and tact, can defuse even high-tension situations comfortably, remains calm under stress, is highly effective in managing conflict. Informing - Provides the information people need to know to do their jobs and to feel good about being a member of the team, unit, and/or organization; provides individuals information so that they can make accurate decisions, is timely with information. Strategic Agility - Sees ahead clearly, can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately has broad knowledge and perspective, is future oriented, can articulately paint credible pictures and visions of possibilities and likelihoods, can create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans. License/Certification: Valid Washington State Driver's License Highly Desired: Envision Sustainability Professional ENV SP Knowledge of combined sewer system control, management and operations Physical Requirements: Ability to safely visit various construction sites and wastewater treatment and conveyance facilities. Supplemental Information Application and Selection Process: Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness including online application, cover letter and resume, and responsiveness to the list of qualifications, skills, and abilities. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. Applications without the following required materials may not be considered for this position. King County application Resume Cover Letter detailing your background and what you can bring to this position Responses to supplemental questions Union Representation: This position is represented by the Technical Employee's Association (TEA). For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Diana Eberly Senior Human Resource Analyst 206-477-6899 Diana.eberly@kingcounty.gov Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our " True North ", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact your recruiter listed on this job announcement. Closing Date/Time: 1/27/2021 11:59 PM Pacific
Police Planner City of Waco, TX 1 of 3 Police Planner Office / Clerical 4120 Physical Type # 1 Planning and Budget Manager Police - Support Services 222 Non-Exempt PRIMARY DUTY: Under basic supervision, performs a variety of administrative and accounting functions for the Waco Police Department (WPD); reviews and processes accounts payable and billing documents, performs customer service duties. 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: • Performs a variety of administrative services functions, including payroll, purchasing, inventory management, building security and grant program administration; collects, analyzes and reports administrative, technical and financial data; assists with budgets and monitors revenues and expenditures; completes special planning projects and administrative reports as assigned; duties may vary according to job assignment. • Analyzes and summarizes administrative information and develops reports and technical presentations. • 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. • Prepares City Council Agenda items and Council presentations for the department. • Driving is essential. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Knowledge: • City and WPD organization, operations, policies and procedures. • Applicable state and federal rules and regulations. • Principles of record keeping, accounting and records management. • Principles and practices of public sector administrative management, including cost accounting, budgeting, purchasing, strategic planning, customer service and personnel rules. • Grant management procedures and research and reporting methods for grant funded programs. Skill in: • Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines. • Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands. • Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software. • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, Public Administration or a related field is required; AND two years' experience in public sector administrative functions; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION: • Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License. Police Planner 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 Walking - Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another. o Pushing - Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. o Pulling - Using upper extremities to exert force in order to drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion. o Lifting - Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. 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 Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. • 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. • The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position: o Work is performed primarily in an office setting or well-lit, temperature-controlled working environment. 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. Police Planner City of Waco, TX 3 of 3 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
Police Planner City of Waco, TX 1 of 3 Police Planner Office / Clerical 4120 Physical Type # 1 Planning and Budget Manager Police - Support Services 222 Non-Exempt PRIMARY DUTY: Under basic supervision, performs a variety of administrative and accounting functions for the Waco Police Department (WPD); reviews and processes accounts payable and billing documents, performs customer service duties. 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: • Performs a variety of administrative services functions, including payroll, purchasing, inventory management, building security and grant program administration; collects, analyzes and reports administrative, technical and financial data; assists with budgets and monitors revenues and expenditures; completes special planning projects and administrative reports as assigned; duties may vary according to job assignment. • Analyzes and summarizes administrative information and develops reports and technical presentations. • 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. • Prepares City Council Agenda items and Council presentations for the department. • Driving is essential. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Knowledge: • City and WPD organization, operations, policies and procedures. • Applicable state and federal rules and regulations. • Principles of record keeping, accounting and records management. • Principles and practices of public sector administrative management, including cost accounting, budgeting, purchasing, strategic planning, customer service and personnel rules. • Grant management procedures and research and reporting methods for grant funded programs. Skill in: • Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines. • Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands. • Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software. • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, Public Administration or a related field is required; AND two years' experience in public sector administrative functions; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION: • Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License. Police Planner 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 Walking - Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another. o Pushing - Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. o Pulling - Using upper extremities to exert force in order to drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion. o Lifting - Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. 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 Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. • 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. • The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position: o Work is performed primarily in an office setting or well-lit, temperature-controlled working environment. 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. Police Planner City of Waco, TX 3 of 3 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.
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Health Facilities Consultant (PIN 34002438) providing support to the Long Term Care area in Oklahoma City. This is an unclassified position in state government. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $58,555, based on education and experience . Position Summary This position will be the Strategic Planner/Compliance Officer in the Long Term Care Service of Protective Health Services. Under the direction of the Director of Long Term Care Service, the strategic planning officer will serve as an expert agency consultant in the performance of strategic analysis and identification of quality improvement opportunities; consultation on business process assessments and improvements; and consultation on emergency response systems. In performing duties, the position will consult with internal customers, including but not limited to program management; senior leadership; administrative services including human resources, general counsel and motor pool; other agencies including DHS, ODMHSAS, Board of Nursing, and CMS; advisory boards including the Long Term Care Facility Advisory Board; and professional and facility associations. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions This position consults on the planning, coordinating and processing improvement of Long Term Care survey, enforcement and complaint programs and other entities serviced by the Long Term Care Service of the Oklahoma State Department of Health. This position wilt provide expert advice to develop and implement data collection systems for monitoring compliance with federal and state mandated frequencies and performance measures as set forth in the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) State Performance Standards System (SPSS). The position will consult on trend analysis and identify quality improvement opportunities; review and recommend program improvements, including documentation, diagram, and flow chart, to determine if program processes are in accordance with management guidelines. This position will provide advice to plan, coordinate and perform strategic analysis and business and operational process assessments; develop short and long term strategic plans. This position will also consult on Long Term Care emergency preparedness and response activities and serve as Long Term Care Service's liaison to the Oklahoma State Department of Health's Situational Room during times of Public Health Emergencies. Limited supervisory responsibility will be assigned over positions during activation of Long Term Care emergency response plan. The duties of this position will require the incumbent to consult in contract development, monitoring and evaluate outcomes to ensure program objectives are being obtained. Education and Experience A bachelor's degree and three years of professional supervisory, managerial, consultative or administrative experience in public health, public administration, or business, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of professional experience for each year of required education. No substitution is allowed for the required professional experience. Preference for applicants with experience in state and federal laws and rules Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of strategic planning process elements and requirements for effective results-oriented business planning; knowledge of and ability to interact with, solve problems and communicate results to individuals with diverse backgrounds; ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form; to establish work priorities and work independently; to effectively coordinate detailed planning process involving management staff; to interact effectively with a variety of external and internal partners; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Long Term Care employees, agency staff, federal partners and the public. Required knowledge and experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed in an office setting with a climate controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Travel may be required. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge and ability of • SAS and/or SAS Viya • Standards and practices associated with large or complex data collection and reporting applications and integrated data management systems • Research techniques for software troubleshooting issues and software diagnostic testing techniques • Interpret and advise agency personnel, staff in health care entities and other end users on rules and laws governing operation of the data system NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: 2/9/2021 11:59:00 PM
Jan 08, 2021
Full Time
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Health Facilities Consultant (PIN 34002438) providing support to the Long Term Care area in Oklahoma City. This is an unclassified position in state government. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $58,555, based on education and experience . Position Summary This position will be the Strategic Planner/Compliance Officer in the Long Term Care Service of Protective Health Services. Under the direction of the Director of Long Term Care Service, the strategic planning officer will serve as an expert agency consultant in the performance of strategic analysis and identification of quality improvement opportunities; consultation on business process assessments and improvements; and consultation on emergency response systems. In performing duties, the position will consult with internal customers, including but not limited to program management; senior leadership; administrative services including human resources, general counsel and motor pool; other agencies including DHS, ODMHSAS, Board of Nursing, and CMS; advisory boards including the Long Term Care Facility Advisory Board; and professional and facility associations. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions This position consults on the planning, coordinating and processing improvement of Long Term Care survey, enforcement and complaint programs and other entities serviced by the Long Term Care Service of the Oklahoma State Department of Health. This position wilt provide expert advice to develop and implement data collection systems for monitoring compliance with federal and state mandated frequencies and performance measures as set forth in the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) State Performance Standards System (SPSS). The position will consult on trend analysis and identify quality improvement opportunities; review and recommend program improvements, including documentation, diagram, and flow chart, to determine if program processes are in accordance with management guidelines. This position will provide advice to plan, coordinate and perform strategic analysis and business and operational process assessments; develop short and long term strategic plans. This position will also consult on Long Term Care emergency preparedness and response activities and serve as Long Term Care Service's liaison to the Oklahoma State Department of Health's Situational Room during times of Public Health Emergencies. Limited supervisory responsibility will be assigned over positions during activation of Long Term Care emergency response plan. The duties of this position will require the incumbent to consult in contract development, monitoring and evaluate outcomes to ensure program objectives are being obtained. Education and Experience A bachelor's degree and three years of professional supervisory, managerial, consultative or administrative experience in public health, public administration, or business, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of professional experience for each year of required education. No substitution is allowed for the required professional experience. Preference for applicants with experience in state and federal laws and rules Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of strategic planning process elements and requirements for effective results-oriented business planning; knowledge of and ability to interact with, solve problems and communicate results to individuals with diverse backgrounds; ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form; to establish work priorities and work independently; to effectively coordinate detailed planning process involving management staff; to interact effectively with a variety of external and internal partners; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Long Term Care employees, agency staff, federal partners and the public. Required knowledge and experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed in an office setting with a climate controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Travel may be required. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge and ability of • SAS and/or SAS Viya • Standards and practices associated with large or complex data collection and reporting applications and integrated data management systems • Research techniques for software troubleshooting issues and software diagnostic testing techniques • Interpret and advise agency personnel, staff in health care entities and other end users on rules and laws governing operation of the data system NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: 2/9/2021 11:59:00 PM
Cal State University (CSU) Maritime Academy
200 Maritime Academy Drive, Vallejo, CA 94590, USA
Description: POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Dean of Students and/or Vice President of Student Affairs and Cadet Development (VPSACD) and working closely with campus constituencies and in partnership with the VPSACD, the Director of Residence Life (DRL) will provide outstanding leadership for student support in the context of a maritime academy environment. This position serves on the VPSACD leadership team and, as such, is involved in division wide problem-solving regarding cadet concerns. The DRL is responsible for establishing and maintaining positive relationships and lines of communication with faculty, staff, and students to ensure high-quality and engaging services that facilitate student success. The DRL is responsible for the leadership and management of operations, residential education programs, and promotion of a comprehensive residential living program with a strategic vision including significant growth. The DRL provides visionary leadership of Housing Operations and Residential Education, assures student development, creates and assesses learning outcomes for Residential Education, establishes and maintains retention practices and data, participates in setting and achieving room and board revenue goals and assumes overall responsibility for all facets of housing. The DRL collaborates with various campus departments including Dining Services, Student Accounts, Facilities, Human Resources, Dean of Students' office, Office of the Commandant, Student Health Center, Library, etc. 1) Housing Operations includes oversight for all housing facilities. Overseeing all maintenance and custodial operations to maintain the residential facilities in the best condition is vital for our students to learn and succeed in their environment. This includes the creation of regular preventative maintenance plans, refresh schedules, and collaboration with the Director of Facilities Planning and Director of Facilities Operations to ensure optimal efficiency and quality of life for our students and live-in staff. 2) Residence Life/Residential Education includes providing the vision and direction for a staff of professionals and paraprofessionals dedicated to creating and maintaining housing environments where students can live, learn, and succeed. This includes fostering an environment for students to participate in an array of opportunities such as: leadership learning, social and educational programming, clubs, activities, community responsibility, and self-governance. The DRL is responsible for setting the vision and operational agenda for all programs in Housing & Residential Life and for maintaining an ongoing system of evaluation and assessment of an array of staff, programs, and activities. The Housing Department staff consists of: DRL, Lead Coordinator of Residence Life, Company Commandants, and various levels of student staff including Residence Hall Officers, Office Assistants, Mail Room Student Workers, Summer Student Assistants, etc. This position works closely with Enterprise Services on the operations and facilities aspects of the housing program. HOW TO APPLY: Interested parties should submit the Cal Maritime Employment Application, a cover letter and resume. Apply on-line at http://www.csum.edu/web/hr/careers. ABOUT THE CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY MARITIME ACADEMY: Established in 1929, California State University Maritime Academy, a campus of the California State University, is the only degree-granting maritime academy on the West Coast. Located on a scenic waterfront site in Vallejo, the campus serves a student population of approximately 1100 undergraduates and 50 graduate students. The campus currently offers undergraduate degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Facilities Engineering Technology, Marine Engineering Technology, Marine Transportation, Global and Maritime Studies, and Business Administration. A master's degree in Transportation and Engineering Management is offered as well as a number of extended learning programs and courses. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Management on Student Affairs Team • Serve as key leader to VPSACD, offering consult and problem solving around issues impacting cadets. Housing and Residence Life Operations Management • Assumes primary responsibility in developing, executing, and managing housing operations and residential education for a 730+ bed program during the academic year and a summer conference program. • Provides direction to a staff of residence life professionals and paraprofessionals. • Accountable for sound fiscal management of approximately $3.9 million in annual revenue. • Responsible for management and maintenance of strategic plans for housing and residential education. • Works with Administration & Finance, Campus Planner, and Facilities Management in the development and implementation of preventative maintenance plans to ensure compliance with federal, state and institutional safety regulations. • Maintains database of residence hall furniture and cosmetic work and ensures regular upkeep and condition of residential facilities. • Coordinates with Student Accounts in prorating housing costs for students who arrive late, exit the university early, and/or buy out a single room. • Oversees administration of room assignment, room inspection, room change, room inventory, and room billing processes via StarRez. • Assumes responsibility for planning of future buildings. • Oversees marketing for Housing & Residential Life operations. • Work closely with Administration & Finance to set annual room rates and revenue projections. • Be available for campus emergencies after hours and serve on duty rotation. Student Development • Maintains facilities and a residential climate conducive to optimum academic achievement, individual personal growth, successful group living and contribute to campus affirmative action and diversity goals. • Provides personal assistance to individual students and groups including conflict resolution and mediation; facilitate student/campus communications. • Educates residents regarding their rights and responsibilities as a member of the campus and residential community. • Participates in planning and execution of all major campus events and trainings including but not limited to: Orientation, Preview and Cal Maritime Days, Residence Life Student Staff Training. • Serve in five-person 24 hour on call duty rotation for campus residence halls. Assist professional staff and RHOs with response to urgent, emergency and crisis situations. • Maintain a visible presence in the residence halls and engage in positive, professional interactions with students to promote community development. Supervision • Select, train, supervise and evaluate staff members within Housing and Residential Life. • Develop in-staff training programs for the Residence Hall Officers in conjunction with the RLCs. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Master's degree in higher education administration, student affairs, leadership, student development, counseling or a related field. Five years of progressively responsible experience in a University setting. Supervisory experience required. • Demonstrated leadership experience in the areas of strategic planning and program development. • Knowledge of professional and ethical standards relating to student programming, including and not limited to contracts and relevant legal considerations. • Proficiency in planning and assessment of programs and activities. • Experience with student conduct and leadership programming. • Knowledge of student development and student learning theories. • Ability to relate successfully in one-on-one and group situations with persons representing diverse social and cultural identities and interests. • Strong knowledge of the cultural, social, recreational, and educational needs of the campus community. • Strong collaboration and communication skills, both written and verbal. • Excellent team building skills. • Ability to build positive and effective relationships across the campus and community. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Experience in residence life • Knowledge of, and practical application of assessment is strongly preferred. • Experience in academy or para-military environments (ROTC, independent schools, Military reserves) SPECIAL CONDITIONS: PHYSICAL, MENTAL and ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Involves mainly sitting with up to 25% of the activities involving regular standing or walking; involves lifting of medium weight objects limited to 25 pounds. RESIDENCE: The incumbent must live within a 10-15-mile radius of campus to be able to respond to campus emergencies. BACKGROUND CHECK: Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check and fingerprinting) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. DESIGNATED POSITION: This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission. MANDATED REPORTER: The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment. ELIGIBILITY TO WORK: Applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States within three days of the date of hire. TITLE IX: Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: https://www2.calstate.edu/titleix EEO STATEMENT: Cal Maritime is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. The university subscribes to all state and federal regulations and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable Accommodations will be provided to applicants with qualifying disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Benefits Coordinator at (707) 654-1146. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
Dec 09, 2020
Full Time
Description: POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Dean of Students and/or Vice President of Student Affairs and Cadet Development (VPSACD) and working closely with campus constituencies and in partnership with the VPSACD, the Director of Residence Life (DRL) will provide outstanding leadership for student support in the context of a maritime academy environment. This position serves on the VPSACD leadership team and, as such, is involved in division wide problem-solving regarding cadet concerns. The DRL is responsible for establishing and maintaining positive relationships and lines of communication with faculty, staff, and students to ensure high-quality and engaging services that facilitate student success. The DRL is responsible for the leadership and management of operations, residential education programs, and promotion of a comprehensive residential living program with a strategic vision including significant growth. The DRL provides visionary leadership of Housing Operations and Residential Education, assures student development, creates and assesses learning outcomes for Residential Education, establishes and maintains retention practices and data, participates in setting and achieving room and board revenue goals and assumes overall responsibility for all facets of housing. The DRL collaborates with various campus departments including Dining Services, Student Accounts, Facilities, Human Resources, Dean of Students' office, Office of the Commandant, Student Health Center, Library, etc. 1) Housing Operations includes oversight for all housing facilities. Overseeing all maintenance and custodial operations to maintain the residential facilities in the best condition is vital for our students to learn and succeed in their environment. This includes the creation of regular preventative maintenance plans, refresh schedules, and collaboration with the Director of Facilities Planning and Director of Facilities Operations to ensure optimal efficiency and quality of life for our students and live-in staff. 2) Residence Life/Residential Education includes providing the vision and direction for a staff of professionals and paraprofessionals dedicated to creating and maintaining housing environments where students can live, learn, and succeed. This includes fostering an environment for students to participate in an array of opportunities such as: leadership learning, social and educational programming, clubs, activities, community responsibility, and self-governance. The DRL is responsible for setting the vision and operational agenda for all programs in Housing & Residential Life and for maintaining an ongoing system of evaluation and assessment of an array of staff, programs, and activities. The Housing Department staff consists of: DRL, Lead Coordinator of Residence Life, Company Commandants, and various levels of student staff including Residence Hall Officers, Office Assistants, Mail Room Student Workers, Summer Student Assistants, etc. This position works closely with Enterprise Services on the operations and facilities aspects of the housing program. HOW TO APPLY: Interested parties should submit the Cal Maritime Employment Application, a cover letter and resume. Apply on-line at http://www.csum.edu/web/hr/careers. ABOUT THE CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY MARITIME ACADEMY: Established in 1929, California State University Maritime Academy, a campus of the California State University, is the only degree-granting maritime academy on the West Coast. Located on a scenic waterfront site in Vallejo, the campus serves a student population of approximately 1100 undergraduates and 50 graduate students. The campus currently offers undergraduate degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Facilities Engineering Technology, Marine Engineering Technology, Marine Transportation, Global and Maritime Studies, and Business Administration. A master's degree in Transportation and Engineering Management is offered as well as a number of extended learning programs and courses. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Management on Student Affairs Team • Serve as key leader to VPSACD, offering consult and problem solving around issues impacting cadets. Housing and Residence Life Operations Management • Assumes primary responsibility in developing, executing, and managing housing operations and residential education for a 730+ bed program during the academic year and a summer conference program. • Provides direction to a staff of residence life professionals and paraprofessionals. • Accountable for sound fiscal management of approximately $3.9 million in annual revenue. • Responsible for management and maintenance of strategic plans for housing and residential education. • Works with Administration & Finance, Campus Planner, and Facilities Management in the development and implementation of preventative maintenance plans to ensure compliance with federal, state and institutional safety regulations. • Maintains database of residence hall furniture and cosmetic work and ensures regular upkeep and condition of residential facilities. • Coordinates with Student Accounts in prorating housing costs for students who arrive late, exit the university early, and/or buy out a single room. • Oversees administration of room assignment, room inspection, room change, room inventory, and room billing processes via StarRez. • Assumes responsibility for planning of future buildings. • Oversees marketing for Housing & Residential Life operations. • Work closely with Administration & Finance to set annual room rates and revenue projections. • Be available for campus emergencies after hours and serve on duty rotation. Student Development • Maintains facilities and a residential climate conducive to optimum academic achievement, individual personal growth, successful group living and contribute to campus affirmative action and diversity goals. • Provides personal assistance to individual students and groups including conflict resolution and mediation; facilitate student/campus communications. • Educates residents regarding their rights and responsibilities as a member of the campus and residential community. • Participates in planning and execution of all major campus events and trainings including but not limited to: Orientation, Preview and Cal Maritime Days, Residence Life Student Staff Training. • Serve in five-person 24 hour on call duty rotation for campus residence halls. Assist professional staff and RHOs with response to urgent, emergency and crisis situations. • Maintain a visible presence in the residence halls and engage in positive, professional interactions with students to promote community development. Supervision • Select, train, supervise and evaluate staff members within Housing and Residential Life. • Develop in-staff training programs for the Residence Hall Officers in conjunction with the RLCs. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Master's degree in higher education administration, student affairs, leadership, student development, counseling or a related field. Five years of progressively responsible experience in a University setting. Supervisory experience required. • Demonstrated leadership experience in the areas of strategic planning and program development. • Knowledge of professional and ethical standards relating to student programming, including and not limited to contracts and relevant legal considerations. • Proficiency in planning and assessment of programs and activities. • Experience with student conduct and leadership programming. • Knowledge of student development and student learning theories. • Ability to relate successfully in one-on-one and group situations with persons representing diverse social and cultural identities and interests. • Strong knowledge of the cultural, social, recreational, and educational needs of the campus community. • Strong collaboration and communication skills, both written and verbal. • Excellent team building skills. • Ability to build positive and effective relationships across the campus and community. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Experience in residence life • Knowledge of, and practical application of assessment is strongly preferred. • Experience in academy or para-military environments (ROTC, independent schools, Military reserves) SPECIAL CONDITIONS: PHYSICAL, MENTAL and ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Involves mainly sitting with up to 25% of the activities involving regular standing or walking; involves lifting of medium weight objects limited to 25 pounds. RESIDENCE: The incumbent must live within a 10-15-mile radius of campus to be able to respond to campus emergencies. BACKGROUND CHECK: Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check and fingerprinting) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. DESIGNATED POSITION: This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission. MANDATED REPORTER: The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment. ELIGIBILITY TO WORK: Applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States within three days of the date of hire. TITLE IX: Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: https://www2.calstate.edu/titleix EEO STATEMENT: Cal Maritime is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. The university subscribes to all state and federal regulations and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable Accommodations will be provided to applicants with qualifying disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Benefits Coordinator at (707) 654-1146. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
