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POSITION INFORMATION

Under direction, develops, implements, monitors, evaluates, and supervises the operations of District purchasing and contract administration functions.  Purchasing areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to, partnering with District managers/supervisors to perform complex vendor assessments, vendor negotiation, developing and maintaining purchasing procedures and policies, and bid process management. Contract Administration responsibilities include, but are not limited to, maintenance of District agreements as well as the systems and applications that support contract administration, assisting in the creation and updates of contract templates, critical review of contracts, and the development of processes to ensure contracts are established with minimal risk and with due consideration of the interests of the District.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Please submit a District application, cover letter, and resume online at https://www.calopps.org/livermore-area-recreation-and-park-district.  Applicants who do not submit all required documents may not be considered.

SELECTION PROCESS

Based upon all submitted materials, the applicants presenting the best job-related qualifications will be invited to proceed in the recruitment process.  The recruitment schedule outlined below is tentative and subject to change:

• Panel Interview: Wednesday, August 18, 2021
• Final Interview: Friday, August 20, 2021

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from higher-level management staff in Business Services.  Will provide technical and process-focused guidance to District staff in relation to procurement and contract administration, but will not directly supervise staff.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Procurement and Contract Specialist is an individual contributor role, though indirect supervision of staff will be required.  Performance requires working independently while demonstrating initiative and discretion.  This classification is distinguished from the Finance Officer in that it is focused on the Procurement and Contract administration functions, while the latter is responsible for strategic planning and management of Accounting, Customer Service, and Payroll functions, and from the Business Services Manager, which includes responsibility for all Finance  and Information Technology functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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.

A. Procurement

1. Establishes, maintains, and enforces the District’s procurement policies, including delegation of authority, requirements for competitive bidding, and guidelines for how various types of purchases may be effected.
2. Establishes, maintains, and enforces the District’s credit card program, including which job classifications are eligible to be issued a card, what types of purchases are allowed, and what limits are established for card-based purchases.
3. Establishes, maintains, and enforces the District’s travel policies and procedures.
4. Maintains current information related to relevant regulatory requirements for Special District procurement, including California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act (CUPCCAA) and other relevant legislation.
5. Establishes and maintains Procurement-related software applications in a manner that is consistent with current Procurement policies.
6. Establishes reporting that facilitates Purchase Order (PO) management, including closure of POs when all related invoicing has been completed against the PO.
7. Performs pre-purchase work in conjunction with District staff, including establishing statements of work and technical purchase requirements, assessing competitive bidding, and validating the financial status of alternative vendors.
8. Manages the accurate and complete creation of POs for approved Purchase Requisitions (PRs) and ensures proper entry such that invoicing against POs can be successfully completed.
9. Partners with District staff to negotiate best value for the District in regards to pricing and services/products to be delivered.
10. Confers with sales representatives on products and services to ensure consistency with service/product specifications as outlined in PRs.
11. Maintains vendor and supply records and files.
12. Explores new sources of supply to optimize value to the District.
13. Prepares formal bid requests.
14. Monitors status of software license compliance in conjunction with IT support staff.
15. Assists in developing and implementing staff training related to policies, procedures, and related system usage.

B. Contract Administration

1. Provides critical review of contracts in conjunction with external counsel and District management.
2. Establishes and maintains processes to ensure contracts are established with minimal risk and with due consideration of the interests of the District, including ensuring that proper approvals are obtained prior to the execution of contracts for services and products.
3. Maintains physical and electronic inventories of District agreements.
4. Establishes and maintains information systems and applications that support contract administration.
5. Assists in the creation and updates of contract templates for various types of agreements.

C. General

1. Performs administrative tasks, such as attending and scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and maintaining records.
2. Assists with District special events as needed.
3. Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or public administration, or a related field is required;

AND

• Three years’ experience in contract administration and purchasing, preferably in a public agency;

OR

• Any combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Knowledge of:

• Laws and regulations related to local government purchasing.
• Effective Purchasing and Contract Administration policies, practices, and procedures for a public agency.
• Warehouse and inventory control policies and procedures.
• Negotiation techniques to optimize vendor terms, pricing and delivery and which consider specific budget and schedule requirements.
• Practices and methods of purchasing by specification and competitive bid.
• Deployment and maintenance of procurement software applications.
• Relevant occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Modern office practices, methods, computer equipment and software applications.

Ability to:

• Use Microsoft Office 365 applications, including but not limited to, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
• Write clearly, concisely, and effectively for audiences at all levels of the organization and with other governmental and private sector partners.
• Understand and interpret relatively complex concepts and translate them effectively for various audiences.
• Develop, interpret and enforce materials, services, and supplies contracts.
• Interpret laws, rules and regulations pertaining to purchasing.
• Investigate and develop new sources of supply.
• Plan, develop, and maintain Purchasing and Contract Administration policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain required records and files.
• Exercise appropriate safety measures.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines, and follow up on assignments.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills and establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with District staff, legal counsel, and vendors.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Certified Procurement Professional certification is desired.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess:  mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer and to visit various District and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone.  This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas may be required.  Finger dexterity needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, calculator, and to operate standard office equipment.  Occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.  Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 40 pounds or heavier weights with assistance and/or the use of proper equipment.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

Incumbents typically work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.  Incumbents will interact with individuals in interpreting and enforcing rules, policies, and procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents may be assigned an irregular work schedule, including weekends, early mornings, evenings, and holidays.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

• Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.
• TB Test

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the selection process.  Request for reasonable accommodation during the selection process may be made by contacting the Human Resources Office prior to the final filing date.

LARPD is an Equal Opportunity/ADA Employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization.

The City of Pleasant Hill is currently recruiting for a Permit Technician to perform a variety of responsible technical and office support work in the Building division. This position is responsible for reviewing permit applications relating to building, construction, encroachment and occupancy; checking plans for completeness and performing basic review for building permits; tracking plans and applications through the permitting process; calculating permit fees and issuing over the counter permits.  The Permit Technician will also perform a variety of office support activities, which may include telephone and counter reception, providing information to visitors, receipt of payments, word processing, data entry and record keeping, as well as report preparation and filing.

We are seeking a motivated individual that excels in and fosters a team environment. The ideal candidate will enjoy working with the public, being able to reach effective solutions to challenging situations and thrive when providing exceptional customer service.

DUTIES 

Under general supervision of the Chief Building Official, the Permit Technician will perform the following duties:

• Provide customer service by responding to general public, developer, and agency inquiries by phone and at the counter; provide information regarding building, encroachment and grading permit policies and application procedures; and work cooperatively with property owners, contractors, architects, developers, engineers or their representatives to resolve questions regarding permit issuance and permit fees.

• Review building and engineering plans and specifications for completeness and conformance to application requirements and regulations; ensure that required permits have been obtained; verify contractor licensing; route plans to appropriate departments for review and sign off; track plans and ensure timely returns; prepare and track plan packets for plan check by outside contract services; and compile plan check comments.

• Coordinate with outside agencies to ensure all necessary approvals acquired before issuing permits.

• Calculate, collect and record permit application and plan check fees; coordinate fee collection with staff; issue building, grading, encroachment, and over the counter permits for development projects; and coordinate bond releases with finance staff and contractors.

• Work closely with Code Enforcement Officer on code compliance issues to ensure community concerns are addressed and building code is adhered to.

• Assist in scheduling daily building inspections; monitor building inspection phone line; and coordinate utility releases with building inspectors and utility company.

• Maintain department records, file and other reference materials; compile and disseminate data regarding permit activity and fee collections; prepare and edit correspondence, plan check comments and various technical and statistical reports.

• Establish positive working relationships with building contractors, developers, engineers, representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, associations, City management and staff, and the general public.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS 

Knowledge of:

• Building and municipal code sections as related to permit processes and inspection procedures; various construction methods and terminology; real property description and terminology; basic research methods used in the collection, tabulation, analysis and application of building inspection data.
• Related departmental policies and procedures.
• Modern office practices, procedures, methods and equipment, including computer systems and software, including specialized permit maintenance systems.
• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Ability to:

• Read, interpret and review plans, blue prints and supporting documentation; interpret, apply and explain applicable laws, codes and regulations.
• Use initiative and sound judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Organize, coordinate and carry out assigned functions and activities.
• Compile and maintain complex and extensive records, analyze and compile technical and statistical information, and prepare detailed reports.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision and shift priorities as needed.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Work cooperatively with other divisions, City officials and outside agencies; facilitate cooperation in pressured or confrontational situations.
• Represent division and the City as required with diplomacy and tact.
• Interpret and apply policies, laws and regulations.
• Operate and use modern office equipment, including computer equipment and software.
• Maintain confidential data and information.
• Utilize a computer and type at a speed necessary for adequate performance of assigned duties.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION  

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and experience would be:

Experience: Three (3) years of office support experience including public contact and at least one year working in a building department.

Education: Associates degree in public administration, architecture, or other closely related field.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record. 

APPLICATION & SELECTION

Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 13, 2021. Applications are only accepted online at www.calopps.org.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application.  The most qualified candidates will be invited for an oral board interview, based on background and experience as evidenced by their application.  A written test may be administered.  The oral board interview is weighted 100%.  To be placed on an eligibility list, an applicant must receive a passing score of 70 or more from each member of the oral board panel. 

IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT

To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all new employees are required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States on their first day of employment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Pleasant Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), requests for special accommodations during any stage of the examination process should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department.

About Us

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city! Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, clean technology and advanced manufacturing, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks, nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 235,000 residents.  As a full-service city, Fremont employs 962 regular employees and operates on a FY 2020-21 General Fund budget of $213.4 million.  With its strong and diversified business base, Fremont is an important economic force in the region.  The City strives to be an innovator in municipal government, with dynamic leadership provided by the City Council and City Manager.  

The Department

The Community Development Department provides community planning, engineering, code enforcement, and building permit and inspection services. Using the City's General Plan and zoning and subdivision ordinances, the Department acts as the steward of the community by assisting the public through mandated development project reviews, the subdivision of land, and related public improvement plans.
 
To safeguard life, health, property, and the public welfare, the Department is also responsible for ensuring that buildings and public improvements are designed and constructed according to established standards and governing regulations. The City's capital assets - such as streets, parks, and public buildings - are designed and constructed under the Department's auspices.

The Position & Responsibilities

- Performs inspections, plan check, and related duties in the specialized field of mechanical building inspections.
- Investigates unlisted equipment and suspect substandard installations to determine product equivalency.
- Resolves disputes over interpretation and application of building codes.
- Reviews building plans to determine compliance to specialized systems and methods and schedules of inspection.
- Meets with City officials, business representatives and the general public to discuss specialized facets of inspection, including procedures and problems.
- Represents the City at meetings and conferences.
- Reviews and approves building permits.
- Trains staff in assigned building inspection specialty.
- Performs combination building inspection duties.
- Prepares correspondence and reports.
- Maintains building inspection records.

POSITION INFORMATION

The Park Enhancement Aide position is geared toward college students enrolled in Environmental Studies or Biology or recent college graduates. This position is for the Living Arroyos Program (livingarroyos.org) and will be given hands-on responsibility for implementing environmental improvement projects for the City of Livermore and Zone 7 Water Agency.  In this position, you will learn real-world stream management techniques that complement your in-class learning.  

Typical duties include:

• Learning and applying stream maintenance techniques such as soil bioengineering with vegetation cuttings.
• Implement planting plans, maintain restoration sites, and conduct monitoring as needed.
• Train, teach, and lead groups of volunteers.
• Utilize the work truck and operate equipment such as string trimmers, augers, and water trailers.

Schedule: 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday- Saturday                                 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Please submit a District application and resume online at https://www.calopps.org/livermore-area-recreation-and-park-district. Applicants who do not submit all required documents may not be considered.

SELECTION PROCESS

Based upon all submitted materials, the applicants presenting the best job-related qualifications will be invited to proceed in the recruitment process. 

SUMMARY

Under immediate supervision, performs a variety of routine and semi-skilled ecological restoration, plant care, and stream maintenance tasks; participates in monthly volunteer days; and performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives immediate supervision from higher-level supervisory staff and direction from higher-level staff.  Exercises no supervision over staff.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Park Enhancement Aide is responsible for providing operational assistance and support to an assigned program area.  Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern.  Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise.  As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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. Performs a variety of routine and semi-skilled environmental restoration tasks in support of the District’s open space program.
2. Maintains and restores streams and riparian habitats; sprays and removes non-native invasive species of plants; introduces and maintains native plants.
3. Leads activities with community groups and individuals of various age groups at monthly volunteer days.
4. Provides information to park visitors regarding local ecology, native plant species, and park enhancement programs.
5. Picks up and removes trash and clears debris from walkways, trails, fields, and other areas.
6. Operates vehicles and a variety of power driven equipment used in landscaping.
7. Assists in minor maintenance of tools and equipment.
8. Observes safe working practices. 
9. Maintains records.
10. Assists with District special events as needed.
11. Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED;

AND

• Six months of relevant work experience.

OR

• Any combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. 

Knowledge of:

• Basic ecology, hydrology, and environmental processes.
• Materials and equipment used in the maintenance of park trails, landscapes, streams, and riparian habitats.
• Methods and techniques of pruning trees, trimming, and weeding grounds and planted areas.
• Operation and minor maintenance of tools and equipment. 
• Safety practices and equipment.
• Basic principles and procedures of recordkeeping.
• Principles and practices for providing high level of customer service.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications.

Ability to:

• Perform parks and facilities maintenance and minor repair tasks.
• Safely and effectively use, operate, and maintain equipment and tools.
• Perform heavy manual labor.
• Observe and follow safety principles and work in a safe manner.
• Understand, interpret, and apply all relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines, and follow up on assignments.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills and establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships.
• Maintain records and files on work performed.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.

Licenses and Certifications:

• At time of appointment, California Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record maintained throughout employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess:  strength, stamina, and mobility to perform medium to heavy physical work, to work around machines, to climb and descend ladders, to operate a variety of tools and equipment, and to operate a motor vehicle; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and to distinguish colors in wiring; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio.  Frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards.  Finger dexterity needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard and/or calculator and to operate tools and equipment.  Incumbents in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and inspect work sites.  Incumbents must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds or heavier weights with assistance and/or the use of proper equipment.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

Incumbents work in both indoor and outdoor environments with moderate to loud noise levels.  May work in controlled temperature conditions, cold and hot temperatures, or inclement weather conditions.  Incumbents will interact with individuals in interpreting and enforcing rules, policies, and procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents may be assigned an on-call and irregular work schedule, including weekends, early mornings, evenings, and holidays. 

PRE-EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

• Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.
• TB Test.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the selection process.  Request for reasonable accommodation during the selection process may be made by contacting the Human Resources Office prior to the final filing date.

LARPD is an Equal Opportunity/ADA Employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization.

DEFINITION

Performs complex clerical accounting tasks involving the maintenance of financial, accounting, or statistical records within an on-line accounting system. Posts transactions to journals and ledgers; adjusts accounts according to established procedures; and assists with the preparation of worksheets and financial summaries.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from the Finance Manager/Treasurer. This position does not exercise supervision of others.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Essential duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Maintain cost accounting records by computing, allocating, and posting to various accounts; prepare journal entries and other data entries as needed.
• Formulate and issue accounts receivable invoices; collect and post receipts; monitor aged accounts receivables; and issue delinquency notices.
• Process cash receipts for all departments; clear cash register, post receipts, reconcile and balance receipt journal, and prepare bank deposits; deliver cash receipts/deposits to bank.
• Generate and check a variety of computerized accounting reports; maintain and update spreadsheet reports as assigned.
• Maintain accurate and thorough files related to assigned activities, including scanning and attaching supporting documents and filing accounts receivables and other documents.
• Update fixed asset inventory system; track purchases, transfers, and sales of fixed assets.
• Assist with accounting reports; compile and organize various types of financial and statistical information.
• Explore and resolve a variety of problems through review of multiple records; exercise initiative in anticipating or identifying problems or errors and follow-up to resolve.
• Research and answer public, employee, department, and vendor inquiries regarding the status of various accounts and payments.
• Analyze and reconcile account activity and balances and make or request appropriate adjustments; assist with year-end close.
• Assist with maintaining petty cash fund and report expenditures.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Accepted principles, techniques, and practices of governmental accounting, fund accounting, auditing, and fiscal management.
• Accounting systems and data processing interrelationships.

Ability to:

• Rapidly analyze financial data and draw sound conclusions to prepare clear, complete, and concise reports.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing; and establish and maintain cooperative work relationships.
• Work with minimal supervision.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Three (3) years of experience in computerized bookkeeping or administrative work involving accounting, record keeping and reporting. Two (2) years of computer spreadsheet and word processing experience. Two (2) years of experience dealing with the public in a service capacity.

Education:

Education equivalent to a high school diploma and two (2) years of college coursework or training in accounting or bookkeeping methods.

LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATION(S)

Possession of a valid California State Driver’s License, or license in another state with the ability to obtain a California license within 30 days of hire.

DEFINITION

Perform a wide variety of paraprofessional, technical and administrative tasks to support duties at the Town's Permit and Welcome Center. Respond to customer visits, phone calls, and inquiries regarding all Development Services permits and applications, permit status, plan check and plan review (by all Development Services Divisions), and field inspections. Accept and review plans or applications for inclusion of required information with state and local codes and regulations; and input pertinent information into an automated permitting system.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from the Senior Development Services Technician. This position does not exercise supervision over others.

Essential Job Duties

Essential duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist the general public at the Permit & Welcome Center by phone, email and via the electronic permitting system regarding all permitting requirements, plan check and plan review process, permit filing procedures and processing, and permit status.
• Review plans for completeness and conformance with ordinances and Development Services Department standards, policies and guidelines.
• Review plans for conditions of prior approval and track plan check timelines.
• Route plans to other Town departments, divisions, and outside agencies for review.
• Create and maintain informational flyers and brochures.
• Advise and assist the public on routine matters related to all permitting procedures, zoning regulations, business licenses, encroachment permits and public records.
• Review all applications and drawings for compliance with zoning requirements and other ordinances and determine the need for approval by other agencies.
• Confer with property owners regarding the feasibility of an application.
• Receive applications check for completeness, enter computer data, calculate permits fees, issue receipts, and log and route necessary plans for plan checking; to be performed both in person and electronically (email or permitting system).
• Calculate and assess impact fees for other outside agencies; utilize construction valuation table and calculating floor areas.
• Process business license applications. 
• Research public records request forms for all departments and furnish information to the public.
• Receive and account for daily monies received for all counter transactions.
• Maintain utility meter release log and notify utility company for service releases.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of quality customer service.
• Municipal Permit Center procedures and guidelines.
• Planning entitlements, engineering, and transportation application processes.
• Processes utilized to issue building permits.
• Appropriate usage of the English language in both oral and written form.

Ability to:

• Understand the organization and operations of the Town and outside agencies to assume assigned responsibilities, as necessary.
• Read and scale construction drawings to determine feasibility to initiate the plan check and plan review process; read a variety of land use, topographic, parcel, and zoning maps.
• Work with a wide variety of individuals in a tactful and effective manner with minimal supervision.
• Stoop, balance, maneuver, walk and stand for long periods of time.
• Communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Organize duties and determine priorities in order to meet assigned deadlines.
• Establish and maintain complex and extensive records and files.
• Accurately perform moderate arithmetic computations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Operate standard office equipment and software, including Microsoft Office Suite, permitting systems (EnerGov), Metro Scan, Laserfiche and geographic information systems (GIS).

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Two (2) years of experience involving extensive public contact with at least one (1) year of experience in the processing and issuance of building permits and/or planning permits.

Education:

The equivalent of the successful completion of twelfth grade with at least 30 college semester units in building, planning, engineering, architecture, or closely related field.

LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATION(S)

Possession of a valid California State Driver’s License, or license in another state with the ability to obtain a California license within 30 days of hire. Possess, or obtain within one (1) year of employment, an ICC Certificate as a Permit Technician.

DEFINITION
 
Inspects plans of building and construction for compliance with building codes, laws and ordinances, particularly those involving electrical codes during phases of construction, reconstruction or alteration projects to assure conformance with approved plans and specifications and the requirements of applicable codes and regulations; trains and instructs other inspectors on electrical inspections and provides working lead assistance to other inspectors as required.
 
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
 
This is a skilled journey-level class that requires independence of action, judgement and discretion in interpreting plans and specifications and enforcing local, state, and federal construction regulations.

Examples of Essential Duties: 

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
 
Performs skilled inspection work in enforcing compliance with the City's building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and energy codes plus other related local and state ordinances.
 
Assists the general public, contractors, architects and engineers by interpreting and giving detailed explanation of requirements and application of building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes and related local and state ordinances.
 
Makes joint field inspections with Building Inspectors during construction of building to ensure compliance with applicable laws and ordinances and related local and state ordinances.
 
 Helps train and provides working  assistance in specialty to Building Inspectors in the performance of their duties, reviews output and quality of work performed, and provides an evaluation of same to management.
 
Keep records and reports of inspections and enters inspection results and corrections into the City's computerized tracking and reporting system.
 
Review applications for building permits, help applicants fill in required permit data and sees that all required documents and data are included.
 
Orders corrections and improvements as necessary and follows up on rejected work to see that corrections are made.
 
Reviews and approves plans and provides inspections of industrial and commercial buildings to insure compliance with electrical codes and ordinances.
 
May consult with designers or builders regarding load and service requirements in electrical plans.
 
Inspects major commercial and industrial construction for conformance with electrical codes.
 
Prepares correspondence regarding inspections and code requirements.
 
Checks instances of hazards in electrical equipment or wiring and recommends necessary corrections.
 
Reviews complex electrical inspection work.
 
Provides information to public on building regulations.
 
Meets and confers with Building Official and Supervising Building Inspector regarding various pertinent matters.
 
Devises forms, files and other procedures necessary for the efficient operation of the Building Inspection Division.
 
Performs related work as necessary.

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS 
 
Knowledge of:

•  Building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical and housing codes with specialized knowledge of materials and standards to be applied in electrical construction.

Ability to:

•  Effectively train and provide working lead assistance to subordinate personnel.
• Read and interpret building plans and specifications and to enforce their application.
• Prepare clear and concise written reports.
• Deal effectively and tactfully with fellow employees, the general public, architects and engineers.
• Research and study the various building housing, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes, laws and ordinances.
• Perform moderate to heavy amounts of paperwork.
• Perform the physical aspects of a field inspection.

Typical Qualifications:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Experience:  Four (4) years of experience as a journey level electrician preferably including one (1) year in a supervisory capacity.

OR

Two (2) years of electrical inspection experience involving major commercial or industrial installations.
 
Education:  Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
 
Licenses and Certificates:  Possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver's License. Possess and maintain an International Code Council (ICC) Certification as a Commercial Electrical Inspector. ICC Certification as a Commercial Combination Inspector and/or Residential Combination Inspector is highly desirable.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: One (1) Year
 

Candidates must submit a completed City of Hayward job application, license, copy of transcript, typing certificate, and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, which fully describe the nature of their professional experience and qualifications.  Be sure to scan and attach a copy of your International Code Council (ICC) Certification as a Commercial Electrical Inspector (ICC Certification as a Commercial Combination Inspector and/or Residential Combination Inspector is highly desirable) to your on-line application; certificates may also be emailed to employment@hayward-ca.gov no later than review date.  Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.

Based on the information provided, employment applications will be reviewed for minimum qualifications.  Those best qualified may be invited to the next phase of the process, which may include an oral, practical, written examination and/or supplemental questionnaires reviewed by subject matter experts.

The examination process will result in a ranked eligible register of candidates for hiring consideration by the department derived from any of the exam processes mentioned above.  Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process.

Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employment background/reference check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. Some positions, depending on the nature of the work, also require a credit check and a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting.

Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receive email notice from Neogov/Government Jobs and the City of Hayward.

Candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.GovernmentJobs.com.