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Located nearly halfway between the metropolitan powerhouses of San Francisco and Sacramento, Suisun City is a hidden gem of the Bay Area. Suisun City is accessible from Interstate 80 via Highway 12 and Amtrak’s Capitol Corridor commuter rail stop at the Train Depot, right to the heart of the City’s historic Waterfront District, making it a prime location for job seekers as well as homeowners. The community is a unique destination for a Bay Area day trip, an overnight getaway or even a place to work, particularly with its reverse commute for inner Bay Area residents.  Residents of this mostly bedroom community take great pride in the quality of their neighborhood infrastructure and amenities.

The Position

Under general direction of the City Manager, this position manages and performs all human resource functions at the City including personnel transaction processing and personnel records management, recruitment and selection, classification, compensation, benefits, administration, leave management, labor and employee relations, and risk management activities including worker’s compensation, liability claims, general insurance, and safety and training programs; evaluates, recommends and implements management decisions and practices that directly affect or influence employees.  This position is “at will” and the incumbent is hired and retained at the pleasure of the appointing authority.

The City of Campbell announces an employment opportunity for:

Community Development Director

Open Date: Monday, January 18, 2021

Close Date: Monday, February 8, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. 

Salary: $14,771.47- $19,319.73 per month DOE

The Position: 

The Community Development Director is a department head level position reporting directly to the City Manager and is responsible for the orderly development of the City; to plan and direct the formulation and administration of the City's General Plan, subdivision and zoning regulations, Building Inspection activities, and Housing and Community Development programs; and to do other work as required. The Director plans, supervises, organizes, and participates in the work involved in planning for the orderly development of the City and administering subdivision and land use regulations; collects data concerning needs of the City for public improvements and zoning of land, and confers with property owners, project developers; analyzes data and information and submits reports and recommendations to the Planning Commission; checks and inspects tentative plans of subdivisions submitted for the approval of the Planning Commission; as necessary, makes field inspections of  subdivisions, advises property owners, sub-dividers, civil engineers, architects, and others concerning conformance of plans to State and local laws and regulations, and to the City General Plan; studies and reviews applications for zone changes, use permits, and variances; develops and proposes policies on land use for presentation to the Planning Commission for decision; prepares reports for rezoning;  cooperates with public and private officials in the administration of the General Plan and of laws and regulations pertaining to planning; administers the City's code enforcement program; administers Building Inspection programs; administers Housing and Community Development programs; secures information and does research work for the City Manager on planning, annexation, and related  subjects; represents the Planning Commission before the City Council and other public meetings;    prepares the annual departmental budget; supports the City’s economic development efforts; and represents the City before the public, public agencies, and community/regional organizations.

The Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate will have a background that includes principles and procedures of municipal planning; techniques used in the development of master plans; and Federal, State and local laws and regulations relating to planning, and building inspection; prepare ordinances and formulate land use policies; work cooperatively and effectively with public and private officials, with members of the public and City staff; and prepare clear and comprehensive reports with effective graphic illustrations.

Education and Experience:

This position requires an experience base of a minimum of five years of increasingly  responsible experience in a technical capacity in public planning work. Graduation from an accredited college with a major in planning,  architecture, or a related field is required.  Experience in economic development and a Master's Degree in planning desirable.

The Community: 

The City of Campbell, centrally located in the Santa Clara valley, 50 miles south of San Francisco, and bordered by San Jose, Los Gatos, and Saratoga, was founded in 1846 by Benjamin Campbell. Set in the Silicon Valley, Campbell is a great location for homes, schools and businesses. Its proximity to shopping, special services, and recreational opportunities is ideal for the resident or employee who wants to run a quick errand, take a morning jog down the Los Gatos Creek Trail, or go for a delicious lunch in one of our numerous fine restaurants.

Campbell was officially incorporated as a city in 1952. Campbell has grown from a small agricultural community with a population of approximately 5,000 to a progressive community with a population over 40,000. Although it is part of a major metropolitan area, the City has been able to retain a small town feeling and offer personal attention to its residents. The City has ongoing efforts to strengthen neighborhoods and invest in youth, and the coordination and sharing of information assists in attaining its vision as a safe community. Campbell’s attractions range from historical neighborhoods to high tech companies. In addition to the excitement of being in the center of the high tech world, the area provides easy access to the city life of San Francisco, as well as getaways to Napa wine country, Monterey  peninsula or Sierra mountains.

Campbell is a general law City and has a Council/Manager form of government. Campbell has a stable political environment, seasoned staff, a reputation for good services and support from the community. Five Council members are elected by district and serve a four-year term in office.  The Mayor is elected from among the Council members for a one-year term. City departments include the City Manager’s Office, Police, Public Works, Community Development, Finance, and Recreation and Community Services. 

The Department:

The Campbell Community Development Department manages the growth and development of the City       consistent with the General Plan and adopted land use policies of the Community. The Community               Development Department consists of five divisions, (Planning, Building, Housing, Economic Development, and Code Enforcement) with a fiscal year 2021 budget of $3.2 million. The department has approximately 15 staff members.

The Planning Division’s purpose is to implement a   long-range vision for the City of Campbell that provides for a high quality of life for the community; manages the City’s development review process; and develops and maintains the City’s land use and development ordinances, policies and standards.  

The Building Division is responsible for field inspections, plan check services, graffiti abatement, updating the City’s adopted Building Codes, and to enforce housing and building codes.  The Housing Division is responsible for managing the City’s Below Market Rate Housing Administrator contract, to participate in regional housing conversations, to conduct City sponsored workshops aimed at informing families of affordable housing opportunities, to seek grant opportunities to assist the City’s housing production efforts, and to implement the Housing Element.  The Economic Development Division is responsible for implementing and drafting the City’s Economic Development Plan, to assist the business community, to distribute information necessary to inform business of opportunities and new legislation, and to attract new business.

The Code Enforcement Division is responsible for ensuring the public’s compliance with all provisions within the Campbell Municipal Code. These efforts require a close working relationship between all Divisions of the Department as well as the Campbell Police Department.

Application Process:

This recruitment will close at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, February 8, 2021. To be considered for this outstanding opportunity, please complete a City of Campbell application on www.calopps.org or download a paper application from www.cityofcampbell.com. Completed employment application, cover letter and resume must be  received by the Human Resources Department no later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date.  Following the closing date, application materials will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the interview process. Should you have any questions, please contact:

 City of Campbell

 Human Resources

 70 N. First Street

 Campbell, CA 95008

 408-866-2122

 hr@cityofcampbell.com

Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including employment verification and a complete background investigation. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination.

Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Division upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. The City of Campbell is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers. 

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.  In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Analyst classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. 

The DPW is hiring one Senior Analyst for its Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Procurement Team. The CIP Procurement team is responsible for the management of procurement activities of all construction contractors, architectural and engineering design consultants, and design-build entities that are needed to deliver capital projects.

The Senior Analyst position is a management-level position that reports to the Program Manager (CIP Procurement Manager) and is responsible for strategic procurement activities and projects on behalf of various City departments.

Responsibilities for the position may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Work with various City departments to prepare, issue, and oversee complex Requests for Bids (RFB), Requests for Proposals (RFP), Requests for Qualifications (RFQ), and other solicitation methods.
• Manage strategic procurement activities, including facilitating complex design-build and best value procurements.
• Review scopes of work to determine potential Project Labor Agreement requirements for projects.
• Gather, organize, and analyze CIP procurement data as well as producing CIP related reports that will be presented to City Council and various Council Committees. 
• Draft and prepare Council Memos.
• Provide technical training to staff on CIP Procurement processes and procedures.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to the local contracting/consulting community on how to bid on CIP projects.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Competencies

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

• Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
• Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.
• Customer Service – Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers’ needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor.
• Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, and MS SharePoint.
• Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
• Decision Making – Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.
• Project Management: Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives.
• Supervision - Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness.
• Continuous Improvement – Actively identifies new areas for learning and regularly creates and takes advantage of learning opportunities.
• Initiative – Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities and promotes job performance.

Human Resources Analyst - $7,242.00 - $9,656.00 Monthly*
Senior Human Resources Analyst - $7,984.00 - $10,646.00 Monthly*

* Temporary Pay Reduction in Exchange for Additional Time Off 
Due to the temporary budget reductions, during the fiscal years 2021 and 2022, the pay rate for each unrepresented employee will be reduced by 9.23076%. In recognition of this pay rate reduction, each employee will accrue and use 16 hours of additional pay leave each month. 

ABOUT THE POSITION
The City of Gilroy Human Resources Department is seeking a full-time Human Resources Analyst OR Senior Human Resources Analyst. This position may be filled at either level depending on qualifications and related experience of selected candidate. 

Human Resources Analyst 
Under general supervision of the Human Resources Director, performs Human Resources projects and assignments that typically fall under the areas of: recruitment, screening, selection, position classification, salary administration, training, employee safety, diversity program, and employer/employee relations; as the technical skill of the Analyst increases, the level of responsibility will correspondingly increase. Performs work requiring the utmost confidentiality, tact, judgment and discretion. This is an exempt, unrepresented, confidential classification. 

Senior Human Resources Analyst 
Under general supervision of the Human Resources Director, performs complex Human Resources projects and assignments that typically fall under the areas of: recruitment, screening, selection, position classification, salary administration, training, employee safety, diversity program, and employer/employee relations. Performs work requiring the utmost confidentiality, tact, judgment and discretion. This is the advanced journey level of the Human Resources Analyst career series. This class differs from the Human Resources Analyst in that it handles the more complex, difficult and sensitive analytical assignments, using a high degree of independent judgment and requiring a substantial level of professional training and experience and may supervise subordinate staff. Work in the class is distinguished from that of lower classes by the level of responsibility associated with assigned duties and by the degree of specialization required.  This is an exempt, unrepresented, confidential classification. 

TO APPLY TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE REVIEW AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AS SHOWN ON THE BROCHURE IN THIS LINK: https://www.sanjoseca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument?id=67770

The Community Energy Department is seeking qualified candidates who are passionate about the environment, driven, creative, and who have a desire to be part of making a difference in their community. This is an exciting opportunity to lead positive change in a recently created department at the City of San José to deliver clean energy value-added services and programs to the community.

To help accomplish its goal of being both innovative and environmentally responsible, the City of San José created the Community Energy Department in August 2017 to administer San José Clean Energy (SJCE), the City’s brand-new Community Choice Energy (CCE) program. The mission of the Community Energy Department is to reduce Citywide greenhouse gas emissions, provide affordable energy rates and valuable energy programs; in addition to providing transparency, accountability, and outstanding customer service. For more information on the development the Community Energy Department, please click here.

The City of San José is seeking an experienced Deputy Director to oversee all Customer Account Management, Marketing, Communications, Energy Programs, and Legislative and Regulatory Policy functions for the Department. The Community Energy Department launched clean energy services to most residents and commercial customers in early 2019 and will conclude enrollment of all customers in early 2021. This position reports to the Director of Community Energy and will be responsible for customer relations, account and billing services, business development, community engagement, marketing and communications, customer programs, and regulatory and legislative policy. The Deputy Director will be an integral part of the Department’s executive team.

The Deputy Director will have responsibilities that include the following:

• Oversee all internal and contracted services for data management, billing services, and the customer call center.
• Manage the contracted data management and billing firm and liaise with PG&E and customers to resolve all customer issues and ensure that the department is providing excellent customer service.
• Manage all press releases and will serve as a liaison with the media and community groups to ensure the department is responsive to community concerns.
• Oversee all department marketing strategies and communications including, print, social media, e-newsletters, and the department’s website.
• Provide direction, guidance, and review of community outreach plans as well as business development plans to increase customer participation and support customer retention.
• Work collaboratively with City Council and the Clean Energy Community Advisory Commission to develop programs that are responsive to customer needs as well as oversee customer communications regarding rates and billing issues.
• Provide executive leadership and oversee and manage the regulatory and legislative policy team to effectively advance SJCE’s mission and objectives with the legislature and regulatory agencies.
• Provide leadership and collaborate with other staff in the Department, the City Manager’s Office, Finance, Intergovernmental Relations, and the City Attorney’s Office to achieve Department and City objectives.
• Collaborate and build contacts with external stakeholders, including CalCCA, other CCA staff, regulatory agencies, community organizations, and the public to ensure SJCE’s programs and services meet Department objectives and the needs of our customers and community.
• Seek out additional funding opportunities to advance mutually beneficial goals.

Qualifications

Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business, public administration or related field.

Experience: Six (6) years of increasingly responsible experience in senior level administrative and/or analytic work in energy or utility expertise in a public agency, utility, or private company. Experience managing a work unit equivalent to a major division within a City department or large private company is desirable.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San José will NOT sponsor, represent, or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

TO APPLY TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE REVIEW AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AS SHOWN ON THE BROCHURE IN THIS LINK: https://www.sanjoseca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument?id=67770

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general direction of the Administrative Services Director, supervises and manages the activities and day-to-day operations of the Finance Division; areas of responsibility include general accounting, financial reporting, budget development and business licensing; administers short and long-range fiscal services planning activities; oversees and directs the maintenance of financial and budgetary records; prepares and analyzes financial statements and reports; responsible for investment of City surplus funds; and performs related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only):

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

1. Plans, manages, and oversees the daily functions, operations, and activities of the Finance Division; areas of responsibility include general accounting, financial reporting, budget development and business licensing.

2. Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the division; recommends within departmental policy, recommends and administers policies and procedures.

3. Directs the preparation of, and participates in developing fiscal reports including monthly, quarterly and annual reports as well the City’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and Popular Annual financial Report (PAFR) ensuring adherence to mandated rules, regulations and professional standards.

4. Directs and participates in the development of the City-wide budget; works with departments to provide data and support for their budget development; monitors departmental budget performance and makes recommendations for adjustments as needed; and conducts on-going analysis of the City’s financial condition, reporting to, and advising, executive management on fiscal matters.

5. Develops and standardizes procedures and methods to improve and continuously monitors the efficiency and effectiveness of assigned programs, service delivery methods, and procedures; assesses and monitors workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement and recommends to management.

6. Develops and implements adopted finance and budget services strategic plans, policies, and standards.

7. Participates in the selection of, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned staff; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees on performance issues and implements discipline.

8. Oversees the development of consultant requests for proposals (RFP’s) and qualifications for professional services; evaluates proposals and recommends project award; develops, negotiates, and reviews contract terms and amendments; ensures contractor compliance with City and department standards and specifications and time and budget estimates; analyzes and resolves complex problems that may arise.

9. Provides highly complex staff assistance to the Administrative Services Director; conducts a variety of organizational and operational studies, special projects, and investigations; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence related to assigned activities and services; presents reports to various commissions, committees, and boards.

10. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the financial field; monitors changes in regulations that may affect business systems operations; implements policy and procedural changes after approval.

11. Attends monthly Financial Commission meetings.

12. Receives, researches, and responds to difficult and sensitive problems and inquiries in a professional manner; identifies and reports findings and takes necessary corrective action.

13. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Governmental financial accounting and reporting; governmental auditing standards; principles and practices of local government budgeting and financial administration; applicable federal, state and local laws affecting municipal finance; municipal treasury management and investment principles; modern office procedures, computers and accounting software applications; principles and procedures of financial record keeping, technical report writing and preparation of correspondence and presentations. Auditing and internal financial control processes. Principles and practices for employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation and training.

ABILITY TO:

1. Recommend and implement goals, objectives, and practices for providing effective fiscal management programs, projects, and services.

2. Organize, manage, implement, and maintain efficient and effective fiscal and budget programs to ensure the reliability and integrity of the City’s financial standing.

3. Manage and monitor the City’s budget process and obligations.

4. Undertake complex financial and accounting analyses, studies and projects.

5. Prepare clear, comprehensive and concise accounting, financial and statistical reports and present to Commissions and Council.

6. Plan, organize, assign, review, and evaluate the work of staff; train staff in work procedures.

7. Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.

8. Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports.

9. Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.

10. Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.

11. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines.

12. Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.

13. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, public administration, business administration or a related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the development and administration of financial and budget programs, including three (3) years of lead or supervisory experience.

Public sector auditing experience, a CPA certification and/or a master’s degree in business or public administration is desirable and may be substituted for the required experience up to a maximum of one year.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various City sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Standing in and walking between work areas is frequently required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to perform assigned duties, as well as push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds with the use of proper equipment.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The salary range for this position ranges from $149,231.70 up to $181,392.07 annually. Placement within the range will be DOE.

This position is at will and the full terms and conditions of this position will be subject to an employment contract.

The benefits package offered by the City includes:

• Retirement: CalPERS retirement plan for Classic members is 2% @ 60 with employee paying a contribution of 7%. PEPRA employees participate on a 2.0% @ 62 plan, with employee paying 6.75% of the retirement contribution. Benefits based on highest three years of compensation. The City does not participate in Social Security.

• Health Plans: Choice of HMO or PPO plans through CalPERS Health with most family plans covered at 100%. Employees who waive coverage may receive stipend of $350 per month.

• Dental/Vision: City also offers a dental and vision reimbursement plan

• Vacation Leave: Management new hires may combine previous years of experience from other public agencies to receive increased accrual rate

• Flexible Spending Plan: Dependent care and health care reimbursement plan available

• Deferred Compensation: Voluntary participation in either Nationwide or ICMA-RC

• Holidays: 10 annual holidays, plus one floating holiday

• Sick Leave: Allowance of 12 days annually

• Management Leave: Allowance of 40 hours each fiscal year

• The City follows a Defined 9/80 schedule with offices closed every other Friday.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
A completed City application, cover letter and resume must be received. The recruitment will remain open until filled. The first review of applications will occur on Friday, January 15, 2021.

SELECTION PROCESS:
The applicants most closely matching the City’s desired qualifications and organizational needs will be invited to participate in the interview process. Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including reference checks and a complete background investigation. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The City of Los Altos is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or sexual orientation. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process, should advise City of Los Altos upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER 

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.  

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

CITY OF SAN RAFAEL, CALIFORNIA

$156, 336 – 190,032 annually DOQ/DOE

Come join our boundary-pushing and transformative Executive Team at the City of San Rafael!

The City of San Rafael is looking for a Community Development Director to lead our City Planning, Housing, Building Construction, and Code Enforcement into the future. This position is part of the City’s passionate and skilled executive team that promotes a culture that: inspires creative thinking and engagement, proactively pursues actions to ensure that San Rafael continues to be an amazing place to be, provides effective and easy access to City services, and supports work-life balance. If you are looking for a career where you can work in a fast-paced and positive environment, initiate, and manage exciting projects, and be a part of a dynamic leadership team, then this is a great match for you! 

For more information and to apply visit our job board: https://wbcpinc.com/job-board/

THE JOB

The Community Development Director leads the vision, management and execution of projects and business processes in three main divisions: City Planning, Building Construction, and Code Enforcement. This position is part of the City’s executive team with a culture that inspires creative thinking, engagement and supports quality of life and work-life balance. This is an at-will, executive position that reports directly to the City Manager and oversees an annual operating budget of $4 million.  The Director oversees approximately 20 staff: three division managers, a principal analyst and 16 indirect FTE. This position will also:

• Recommend short- and long-range planning.
• Provide planning and land use consultative services and recommendations to elected officials, commissions, civic groups, executive leadership, and the general public.  
• Develop and implement community development and growth management.
• Oversee grant applications and management, and contracts and partnership agreements with community groups and organizations.
• Lead policy development, updates to service delivery, and process improvements.
• Lead innovation to a more transparent and open government with easier access to services and resources.
• Recruit, select, develop, coach, manage, and lead a team of land, planning, building and other professionals.  
• Interpret City, County, State and Federal code, law, and regulations, and enforce local ordinances.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in land-use planning, urban planning, landscape architecture or closely related field, AND
• Six years of experience in municipal planning, including at least two years in a supervisory capacity.
• AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners) certification is desirable.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The City of San Rafael offers an attractive compensation and benefits program. The range for this position is $156,336 – 190,032 annually DOQ/DOE, and a competitive benefits program, see the full brochure for more details.

HOW TO APPLY:  This position is open until the needs of the City are met, apply by January 14th, 2021 for first consideration.

• https://wbcpinc.com/job-board/

INTERVIEWS:

Interviews will be held February 1st and 2nd, 2021 (selected candidates will need to be available both days)

Please contact your recruiter, Sam Sackman, with any questions:

• sam@wbcpinc.com
• 866-929-WBCP (9227) toll free
• 541-630-0657 (direct)

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Position and Duties:

The City Council has a Digital Inclusion and Broadband Strategy that seeks to accelerate the deployment of wired and wireless broadband for all people while making it more inclusive for the digitally underserved (the digital divide). Executing this strategy requires negotiating value exchange relationships with telecom providers, overseeing the creation, adoption, and execution of balanced broadband friendly policies, working collaboratively with the community on the aesthetics and other community concerns associated with broadband deployment, and setting the vision, strategy, and priorities for the Small Cell Team in the Department of Public Works, and the Macro Site Team in the Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement Department that executes the Permit to Inspect processes for the City.

The Broadband Manager reports directly to the Director of Civic Innovation and works closely with the Deputy City Manager responsible for 21st Century Infrastructure.

The Broadband Manager directly influences over $1B in private sector investments into the City of San José over the next seven years. This private sector investment creates thousands of jobs, dramatically increases regional GDP, delivers hundreds of millions of dollars of Smart City capability, and delivers tens of millions of economic opportunities for the digitally underserved.

The Broadband Manager requires a broad set of skills including strategic thinking, negotiation, telecommunications experience, public policy, team leadership, and public collaboration.  They will negotiate value exchange agreements to generate the demand for broadband deployments and ensure City’s departments fulfill that demand by permitting communications facilities including macro site, small cells, and underground fiber optics.  This role requires collaboration with various City departments including, but not limited to the City Manager’s Office of Administration, Policy, and Intergovernmental Relations; City Manager’s Budget Office; Mayor’s Office; Information Technology; Planning, Building and Code Enforcement; Public Works; and Transportation. The Broadband Manager will also work closely with innovative technology companies to evaluate ways to accelerate broadband deployment, including Smart City technology within the new context of COVID-19 public health, and the shelter-in-place dynamics that highlight the value of digital inclusion. Collaboration with public interest groups, community organizations, and other stakeholders will also be required to ensure public adoption of broadband deployment, especially the deployment of small cells on street lights. Finally, the Broadband Manager will work closely with the City’s Library Department and external stakeholders to ensure progress of social justice for the digitally underserved people in San José.

The Broadband Manager responsibilities include the following:

• Negotiate value trading agreements with broadband providers that promote economic development, digital inclusion, and support for Smart Cities.

• Direct the development of balanced broadband friendly policies.

• Direct the City departments involved with broadband deployment.

• Collaborate with external stakeholders on community concerns with broadband deployments.

• Measure compliance with agreement terms and conditions.

• Evaluate new technologies and approaches to accelerate broadband.

• Report progress to City Council and external stakeholders.

• Advise on federal, state, and local regulations including rulings from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and recent court decisions.

• Advise on proposed telecommunications resiliency standards for broadband deployments from and emergency operations perspective such as the CPUC Wireless Resiliency Strategy and the City of San José Power Vulnerability Plan.

• Supervise and manage the Small Cell Permitting Project Manager.

• Manage the Digital Inclusion Program in relation to public-private partnership contract requirements and in relation to City and community stakeholders to advance digital inclusion.

This is a permanent position in the City Manager’s Office.