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DEFINITION

Under supervision on an assigned shift to participate in life safety activities in protecting life and property; respond to emergencies and administer basic and advanced life support to sick or injured persons within the scope of Paramedic licensure and accreditation; operate and maintain ambulances and medical equipment; station maintenance and training activities in support of overall Department objectives and performs related responsibilities as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Incumbents perform the full range of Paramedic duties under general supervision. Duties are performed under emergency conditions include:

• Perform daily maintenance projects under the supervision and direction of the on-duty Company Officer.
• Respond to medical-aid alarms, ambulance and public service calls for service.
• Perform rescue operations and assist in emergency care of sick and injured persons, provide appropriate basic and/or advanced life support treatment as per local, state and federal protocols.
• Participate in a variety of job-related drills and training activities.
• Maintain and submit records and patient care reports and others as required.
• Responsible for the proper use of all facilities and equipment used or issued by Department.
• Assure compliance of all policies, procedures, processes and protocols of the Sanger Fire Department Employee Handbook, Standard Operating Procedures, Sanger Municipal Code, City rules and regulations and Central California EMS Agency Policies and Procedures.
• Inspect, clean and service firefighting and medical equipment and vehicles, conduct fire hydrant maintenance and flow tests under the supervision of a suppression member or on-duty Company Officer; maintain clean and orderly conditions in and around fire station.
• Assist in the inspection of public and commercial buildings for fire prevention purposes; identify code and ordinance violations and potential firefighting problems; report violations to the occupancy owner under the supervision of a suppression member or on-duty Company Officer.
• Participate in other Department programs and projects such as community education.
• When available and necessary, may be required to respond to emergency calls during off-duty hours.
• Other related duties as required.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Geography of the local area.
• Appropriate methods of patient care utilized within the Paramedic scope of practice.
• Federal, state and governmental agency laws and regulations pertaining to emergency medical services.

Ability to:

• Treat all co-responders, patients, patient's families and the public with respect and professionalism.
• Learn city streets and addresses.
• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times when representing the Sanger Fire Department.
• Follow all safety rules and guidelines.
• Maintain all necessary certifications and licenses.
• Understand and act in accordance with department policies, rules, regulations and written and oral instructions.
• Arrive at all work assignments on time with all appropriate certifications and credentials.
• Drive an ambulance safely and skillfully in accordance with traffic laws and ordinances.
• Meet and maintain standards of adequate physical endurance and agility.
• Think and act quickly in emergency situations.

EDUCATION

Equivalent to a G.E.D. or a high school diploma.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Possession and maintenance of a valid California Class "C" license with Ambulance Driver Certificate issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Possession and maintenance of a responsible driving record.
• Possession and maintenance of a Central California EMS Agency EMT-P Accreditation.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid BLS Healthcare Provider card.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid ACLS and PALS Certification.
• Current Medical Examiner's Card.

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Mobility to kneel and bend; strength to lift patients with assistance; and work under stressful and emergency situations. Work variable hours or 48-hour shifts, weekdays, weekends and/or holidays on an as needed basis; work in heat, cold, dampness, fog; maintain a clean, neat appearance and wear a uniform.

DEFINITION

Under supervision on an assigned shift to participate in life safety activities in protecting life and property; respond to emergencies and administer basic life support to sick or injured persons within the scope of Emergency Medical Technician accreditation; operate and maintain ambulances and medical equipment; station maintenance and training activities in support of overall Department objectives and performs related responsibilities as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Incumbents perform the full range of Emergency Medical Technician duties under general supervision. Duties performed under emergency conditions include:

• Perform daily maintenance projects under the supervision and direction of the on-duty Company Officer.
• Respond to medical-aid alarms, ambulance and public service calls for service.
• Perform rescue operations and assist in emergency care of sick and injured persons, provide appropriate basic life support treatment as per local, state and federal protocols.

• Participate in a variety of job-related drills and training activities.
• Responsible for the proper use of all facilities and equipment used or issued by the Department.
• Maintain and submit records and patient care reports and others as required.
• Assure compliance of all policies, procedures, processes and protocols of the Sanger Fire Department Employee Handbook, Standard Operating Procedures, Sanger Municipal Code, City rules and regulations and Central California EMS Agency Policies and Procedures.
• Inspect, clean and service firefighting and medical equipment and vehicles, conduct fire hydrant maintenance and flow tests under the supervision of a suppression member or on-duty Company Officer; maintain clean and orderly conditions in and around fire station.
• Assist in the inspection of public and commercial buildings for fire prevention purposes; identify code and ordinance violations and potential firefighting problems; report violations to the occupancy owner under the supervision of a suppression member or on-duty Company Officer.
• Participate in other Department programs and projects such as community education.
• When available and necessary, may be required to respond to emergency calls during off-duty hours.
• Other related duties as required.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Geography of the local area.
• Appropriate methods of patient care utilized within the EMT scope of practice.
• Federal, state and governmental agency laws and regulations pertaining to emergency medical services.

Ability to:

• Treat all co-responders, patients, patient’s families and the public with respect and professionalism.
• Learn city streets and addresses.
• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times when representing the Fire Department.
• Follow all safety rules and guidelines.
• Maintain all necessary certifications and licenses.
• Understand and act in accordance with department policies, rules, regulations and written and oral instructions.
• Arrive at all work assignments on time with all appropriate certifications and credentials.
• Drive an ambulance safely and skillfully in accordance with traffic laws and ordinances.
• Meet and maintain standards of adequate physical endurance and agility.
• Think and act quickly in emergency situations.

EDUCATION

Equivalent to a G.E.D. or a high school diploma.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Possession and maintenance of a valid California Class "C" license with Ambulance Driver Certificate issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Possession and maintenance of a responsible driving record.
• Possession and maintenance of a Central California EMS Agency EMT-1 Accreditation.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid BLS Healthcare Provider Card.
• Current Medical Examiner's Card

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Mobility to kneel, and bend, strength to lift patients with assistance; and work under stressful and emergency situations.  Work variable hours or 48-hour shifts, weekdays, weekends and/or holidays on an as needed basis; work in heat, cold, dampness, fog; maintain a clean, neat appearance and wear a uniform.

DEFINITION

Under supervision on an assigned shift to extinguish fires and to participate in fire prevention activities in protecting life and property; respond to emergencies and administer advanced life support to sick or injured persons within the scope of Paramedic licensure and accreditation; operate and maintain fire trucks, ambulances, firefighting and rescue equipment; station maintenance and training activities in support of overall Department objectives and performs related responsibilities as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the journey level in the Firefighting series which requires prior training and experience in fire service.  Incumbents perform advanced life support techniques and maintain Paramedic licensure as well as the full range of fire suppression and fire prevention activities and possession of a State of California Firefighter I Certificate.  Duties are performed under emergency conditions frequently involving considerable hazards.   

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Responds to fires, emergency rescues, medical-aid alarms, ambulance and public service calls.
• Perform with firefighting team under direction of scene commander; connect and lay hose lines; enter burning buildings and other areas with hose lines; operate nozzle and direct water stream; operate fire extinguishers; operate and climb ladders; perform forcible entry when necessary and ventilates buildings.
• Perform rescue operations and assist in emergency care of sick and injured persons, provide appropriate advanced life support treatment as per local, state and federal protocols.
• Perform overhauling, salvage and clean-up operations.
• Assure compliance of all policies, procedures, processes and protocols of the Sanger Municipal Code; rules, regulations, and standard operating procedures, of the Sanger Fire Department; and of the Central California EMS Agency policies and procedures.
• Inspect, clean and service firefighting equipment and vehicles; conduct fire hydrant maintenance and flow tests; maintain clean and orderly conditions in and around fire station.
• Operate motor driven equipment, ambulances, automobiles and apparatus.
• Inspect public and commercial buildings for fire prevention purposes; identify code and ordinance violations and potential firefighting problems; report violations to appropriate supervisor.
• Participate in a variety of job-related drills and training activities.
• Maintain and submit records and report of inspections, training, work activities and others as required.
• Participate in other Department programs and projects such as community education and weed abatement.
• When available and necessary, may be required to respond to emergency calls during off-duty hours.
• And other related duties as required.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Geography of local area.
• Appropriate methods of patient care utilized within the Paramedic scope of practice.
• Standard firefighting operations, procedures, equipment and safety precautions.
• Federal, state and governmental agency laws and regulations pertaining to fire and emergency services.

 Ability to:

• Learn city streets and addresses.
• Learn the location of hydrants, mains, and major traffic and fire hazards.
• Maintain and service firefighting apparatus and equipment.
• Maintain physical fitness at a level sufficient to meet departmental and job requirements.
• Maintain accurate and orderly records.
• Communicate effectively in written and verbal form
• Follow verbal and written instructions.   
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and general public.
• Analyze emergency driving situations and adopt effective course of action.
• Think and act quickly in emergency situations.
• Learn and maintain proficiency in EMT Paramedic practices and techniques.
•  Bilingual fluency in Spanish and Asian Languages is highly desired.
• Maintain proficiency in advanced life support practices and techniques.
• Understand and act in accordance with department policies, rules and regulations.
• Drive an ambulance safely and skillfully in accordance with traffic laws and ordinances.
• Treat all co-responders, patients, patient’s families and the public with respect and professionalism.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Equivalent to a G.E.D. or a high school diploma.
• College level Fire Science courses are highly desirable.
• Possession of a California State Board of Fire Services Fire Fighter I Certificate (FF-1) or completion of an approved Basic Fire Fighter I Academy

License Required:

• Possession and maintenance of a Valid California Class C Driver’s License.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid BLS Healthcare Provider Card.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Emergency Medical Paramedic license with Central California EMS accreditation for a minimum of six months prior to hire.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid ACLS and PALS certificate.
• Current copy of California Department of Motor Vehicles driving record.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• See well enough to read small print, gauges, and instruments and distinguish shades of color.
• Sense of smell to detect smoke and unusual odors.
• Mobility to kneel, crouch, bend and climb ladders.
• Dexterity to use small tools.
• Strength to lift and carry equipment weighing up to two hundred (200) pounds with assistance.
• Stamina to perform strenuous labor for long periods of time and work under stressful and emergency situations.
• Work variable hours or 48 hour shifts on weekdays, weekends and holidays.
• Work under adverse or hazardous conditions, with proper safety equipment, in heat, cold, dampness, fog, heights, dust, noise and odors.
• Maintain a clean, neat appearance and wear a uniform.

The Human Resources Officer reports directly to the Assistant City Manager and performs a variety of complex technician and administrative activities in support of the City’s human resources program, including recruitment, selection, classification, compensation, training, benefits, risk management such as worker’s compensation, safety, and/or insurance, as well as employee relations, HR-or risk related contracts and grants administration.  May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to lower level personnel.

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 salary range for Division Manager is $109,507.65 - $167,258.25. The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.  In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Division Manager classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. 

The Code Enforcement Division is a nationally recognized leader for innovative and customer focused service programs. These programs are designed to facilitate partnerships to ensure safe living and working environments and to enhance quality of life through a solution oriented culture. As the 10th largest city in the United States, San José's Code Enforcement Division provides exciting opportunities for Code Enforcement Professionals to make significant contributions and advancements to the profession in the areas of stakeholder partnerships, ordinance and policy development, data and performance analytics, community-based plans, environmental protection, and other staff and policy implementation activities.

This position performs work of considerable difficulty, involving supervision of Code Enforcement Supervisors, and staff concerned with the enforcement of various City codes and ordinances related to zoning, housing, blight and related health and safety areas; coordinates with other City programs and departments including the City Attorney's Office, San Jose Police Department,  and Housing Department, and provides technical assistance in legal cases and ordinance development; attends community meetings and engages with customers, and works directly with elected officials. The incumbent acts on behalf of the Code Enforcement Deputy Director in matters relating to divisional responsibilities. The Code Enforcement Division Manager reports directly to the Code Official / Deputy Director and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of assigned Code Program functions within the Planning, Building and Code Enforcement Department. Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Planning, implementing and evaluating Department and Division programs.
• Developing and implementing goals, objectives and guidelines.
• Participating in and advising on the development of department policy.
• Preparing and implementing Division work plans, capital improvement and/or operations budgets.
• Authorizing expenditures; directing allocation of grant funds, negotiating contracts, administering agreements.
• Supervising program managers and staff including hiring and selection; establishing performance measures and tracking; developing training programs; reviewing and approving work products prepared by Division staff.
• Providing advice and consultation to program managers, supervisors and staff.
• Preparing and presenting reports and information to the City Council, boards and commissions.
• Directing enforcement and compliance with federal and state laws, rules and regulations and local codes and standards.
• Representing the Division in meetings with community, business and industry groups, professional organizations and governmental agencies.  

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.

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 Principal Engineer classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.  

Public Works Department is currently recruiting to fill a Principal Engineer (Structural) position to oversee the Building Official Program for the Director of Public Works. Under the direction of Assistant Director of Public Works, this Principal Engineer will be leading and managing the team that is responsible for ensuring code compliance of all City managed construction projects and other consultant-managed projects on City property. This includes issuing departmental building and structural permits and inspecting projects under construction. This position will provide technical leadership as he/she coordinates with the City's Capital project teams and Facilities Management team to ensure that the desired project achieves code compliance while meeting the needs of the client group.     
 
This Principal Engineer position will prepare and manage the team's annual budget, plan resource allocation, develop a fee structure for services, establish and implement the procedure to ensure projects are reviewed and permitted prior to construction, ensure timely and accurate inspection of construction projects for code compliance, and provide structural engineering and design services.  
 
Typical Duties and Responsibilities     
 
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:  
 

• Establish the team for building and structural permitting, code inspection, and structural design functions. 
• Standardize the permitting process to include all City capital construction projects, including City facilities repair and maintenance projects as well as non-City tenants making improvements on City owned property.  
• Coordinates with City Departments to develop permit, plans review, and inspection software to digitize plans review and inspection process.   
• Plans, assigns, directs, supervise and evaluates professional, technical and other engineering and non-engineering staff.  
• Supervise the review and approval of building and structural plans, calculations and specifications for complex projects.  
• Coordinates with other City departments, engineers, consultants and maintenance personnel.  
• Directs the preparation and monitoring of the budget for the Building Official program.  
• Develops and directs technical training programs for the Building Official program. 
• Confers with elected and appointed officials, citizen groups and the general public.  
  Understands, promotes and supports the City Service Area's Business Plans and the core services of the Department.  
• Conducts or directs studies and research to solve building and structural engineering and construction problems.  
• Implement policies and procedures to streamline existing processes to improve results and/or operating costs.  
• Supervise the code inspection function and special inspection consultant services to provide technical direction, inspection and final acceptance for new construction and maintenance.  
• Negotiates and administers contracts and agreements with consultants, vendors, agencies and contractors.   
• Represents the Department on boards and commissions, and to outside agencies, professional and business groups.   
• Acts in the absence of the Division Manager, Deputy Director as assigned. 

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 

• laws, ordinances and standards relative to the construction and inspection of buildings, roads, bridges and other municipal facilities 
• current building codes, including mechanical, plumbing, and electrical 
• modern methods, materials and equipment employed in construction 
• ability to direct inspections and achieve compliance with contracts, construction plans and specifications 
• safe construction practices 

• managing, developing, planning, and/or implementing code compliance programs for a municipality 
• appropriate application of procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to service delivery or regulatory activities 
   

 Leadership - Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, encourages and rewards risk-taking, allowing others to learn from mistakes.  
 
Management - Evaluates priorities to ensure the 'true' top priorities are handled satisfactorily; sets clear goals for the employees and the work unit.  
 
Fiscal Management - Understands the relationship of the budget and resources to the strategic plan; complies with administrative controls over funds, contracts, and procurements  
 
Communication Skills - Communicates and listens effectively and responds in a timely, effective, positive and respectful manner; written reports and correspondence are accurate, complete, current; well-organized, legible, concise, neat, and in proper grammatical form.  
 
Political Skill - In taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization.  
 
Customer Service - Approaches problem-solving by focusing on customers first; advocates for customer results point of view; demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently in a timely, accurate, respectful and friendly manner.  
 
Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem(s); collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.  
 
Team Work & Interpersonal Skills - Demonstrates a positive attitude and flexibility along with the ability to develop effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. 

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 Associate Engineer classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.   

The Public Works Department is recruiting to fill one (1) Associate Engineer position in the Engineering Services Division. The ideal candidate will possess a high level of professionalism, excellent customer service skills, and a supreme work ethic. Requirement include excellent judgment, initiative, perseverance, integrity, organizational skills, flexibility, and written and verbal communications skills. This position will be responsible for code reviews as it pertains to structural and architectural safety and processing permits for Citywide capital facilities/building projects.  This position will also perform occasional structural engineering design for Citywide capital projects as assigned. 

The Associate Civil Engineer assigned to these positions will be under the general direction of the Senior Structural Engineer who conducts structural engineering review, design and manage capital improvement project.  

Duties include, but are not limited, to the following:  

• Advises professional engineers, architects and other concerning code requirements, engineering and planning problems arising in the preliminary design of buildings and other structures. 
• Occasionally prepares structural engineering design for the Senior Structural Engineer and makes independent engineering analysis on proposed buildings and other structures to justify structural safety. 
• Examines plans, structural calculations, and specifications for City owned buildings such as fire stations, libraries, convention center, and the airport for compliance with the governing laws, building codes, and City Ordinances for structural, fire-life safety, energy conservation, CALgreen standards, and ADA aspects. 
• Prepares and manages consultant agreements. 
• Performs field observations and conducts safety assessments of older buildings and other structures, when required, and prepares a typed-written report of findings and recommendations. 
• Responsible for interfacing with the public, consultants, contractors, other City departments/sections, and other agencies, and is responsible for timely response to the stakeholders' requests and concerns on projects. 
• Manage capital improvement project such as fire station renovation, Convention center tenant improvement project, etc. 
• Consults with construction inspectors and attends field meetings regarding problems arising in the field during the construction of a public improvement project. 
• Supports code inspection staff in construction issues investigation and resolution. 
• Support permitting staff in processing permits in a timely manner 

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 and the California Building Codes; including knowledge and experience of the City of San Jose’s designs, improvement plans, estimates, specifications, and contract documents for capital improvement projects, private development projects or other engineering related projects; experience in Enercalc and RISA 3D; 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; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.   

Computer Skills - MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. 
  
Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. 
  
Analytical Thinking - Approaches a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. 
  
Creativity – Addresses objectives and problems while questioning traditional assumptions/solutions in order to generate creative ideas and new ways of doing business; exhibits creativity and innovation when contributing to organizational and individual objectives; seeks out opportunities to improve, streamline, reinvent work processes. 
  
Decision Making – Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions. 
  
Planning - Acts to align own unit's goals with the strategic direction of the organization; Defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives, while ensuring the optimal use of resources to meet those objectives. 
  
Problem Solving – Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. 
  
Project Management - Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives. 
 
Supervision -  Sets effective long and short-term goals based on 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. 

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 will be determined by the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.  In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Automotive Equipment Specialist classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. 

The San José Fire Department (SJFD) is seeking to fill one (1) Automotive Equipment Specialist position in the Bureau of Support Services (BSS). 

Under general supervision, the Automotive Equipment Specialist will perform work of moderate difficulty in the preparation of specifications for vehicle and equipment acquisition, maintenance, procurement, and modifications to the Fire Department’s fleet.  The incumbent will work closely with sworn Fire Personnel to review upgrades and modifications to existing apparatus inventory, prepare specifications, and purchase requisitions for new and replacement apparatuses and vehicles.  In addition, this position will work closely with Public Works Fleet division on the maintenance and repair of the Department’s apparatuses and vehicles. 

 
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• • Prepare vehicle and equipment specifications and purchase requisitions.
  • Maintain inventory of apparatus and vehicles.
  • Inspect new equipment to assure conformance with bid specifications, and contact vendors in the event of discrepancy.
  • Review specialized equipment used in other jurisdictions for applicability to City requirements.
  • Maintain contact with vendors and files of equipment available from vendors.
  • Maintain files of California Vehicle Codes and Federal Safety Regulations.
  • Work with the bureau of administration to help build timely reports relating to monies encumbered and expended for vehicles and equipment.
  • Monitor and track capital and operating budgets appropriated for apparatus and vehicle inventory.
  • Inspect vehicles and apparatus after repairs and/or modifications to ensure completion of specified work.

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. 

The City of Healdsburg is currently recruiting for the opportunity of Utility Compliance and Safety Coordinator! Submit an application today at: https://www.applitrack.com/healdsburg/onlineapp/default.aspx?AppliTrackJobID=296&ref=

Applications will be accepted until Sunday, July 19, 2020. Please view the job announcement for more information. 

FINAL FILING DATE:                        We are accepting applications until closing at 5:00 pm, July 21, 2020

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the Regular and full-time-time position of Financial Analyst I in the Finance Department.  The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am –5:00 pm; a flex schedule may be available.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

THE CITY

The City of Roseville (COR) incorporates the following Core Competencies as part of the City’s culture:

• Focus on people: Develop and deliver service-oriented solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
• Build trust: Ensure honesty and integrity to gain confidence and support of others.
• Ensure accountability: Take responsibility for the outcomes of one’s own work and foster a sense of ownership in others.
• Communicate effectively: Deliver clear, concise messages and actively listen to ideas and questions.
• Collaborate inclusively:  Build effective working partnerships, alliances, and teams.
• Make quality decisions: Make sound, timely decisions and recommendations.
• Be adaptable/agile: Change approach or methods to best fit the situation and effectively balance competing priorities.

DEFINITION

To  perform  complex  financial  analysis  related  to  performing  specialized  accounting  and financial duties, formation and administration of special tax and assessment districts, posting and monitoring of City investments, and preparing financial statements and reports, as assigned; and to provide professional assistance relative to financial planning, analysis and coordination of a variety of operating and grant programs.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry level class in the Financial Analyst series.  This class is distinguished from the journey level by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters allocated to the journey level.  Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience. Employees work under general supervision while learning job tasks.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

• Receives general supervision from assigned management staff.
• May exercise technical and functional supervision over technical and support staff as appropriate.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform professional technical and analytical work in the areas of accounting, investments, and debt financing.
• Prepare fund summaries for use in preparation of the City’s annual budget, mid-year review, and year end summary; may prepare and administer annual and mid-year budget for an assigned function.
• Oversee and monitor a variety of special assessment district fees and related fund accounting as related  to  community  facilities  (CFD),  landscape  and  lighting  (LLD),  redevelopment  and housing  programs;   prepare  and  administer  the  annual  Levy  budgets  for  the  CFD  &  LLD districts; contribute and review CFD & LLD disclosure and tax reports; prepare, review and present staff reports and resolutions at council meetings and public hearings for the CFD & LLD districts; monitor CFD construction funds; monitor CFD district delinquencies.
• Develop special financing districts; provide analysis to Finance Department staff and bond team regarding formation, refunding, and annexations; participate in the selection of underwriters and consultants; provide financial analysis and continuing disclosure to bondholders, property owners and developers.
• Create and input investment activity of City and special district portfolios; post all City investments to the general ledger and monitor related activities and results; reconcile bank balance to the general ledger.
• Maintain and monitor City’s fixed assets; review capitalization expenditures; calculate and post depreciation; reconcile fixed asset system to General Ledger.
• Oversee investment of bond proceeds, including purchase and sale of investment securities; calculate interest on investments and allocate interest to appropriate funds; create and input debt investment activity; monitor debt service payments and analyze cash flow to optimize investments; monitor and make recommendations for short term investment opportunities.
• Coordinate grants and related audits by monitoring, reporting and maintaining grant budgets, activities and expenditures, grant compliance documents and records; assist with financially related compliance issues.
• Analyze, record, and report financial transactions related to area of assignment in accordance with generally accepted accounting and reporting practices.
• Coordinate with Finance Department staff and other City departments to ensure cost accounting and revenue collection systems are consistent with the approved budget; review accounting systems and procedures as related to area of program assignment and make recommendations for improvements and/or modifications.
• Annually prepare and present investment policy.
• Assist with audit processes; prepare fixed assets and debt funds in preparation for audit; review audit report and financial statements prepared by auditor; provide technical and analytical support throughout audit process.
• Monitor swaps, net payments, and variable interest rates; prepare annual swap report for Electric Utility Department and South Placer Wastewater Authority.
• Serve as a member of the Electric Utility Department’s risk management committee; coordinate and monitor invoicing for natural gas; develop collateral accounts with banks for the purchase of natural gas.
• Provide assistance and advice to City departments in resolving financial and grant issues related to areas of assignment.
• Coordinate independent audits for the Redevelopment Agency, Housing Authority, Roseville Community Development Corporation, and/or other special districts or programs.
• Perform special analyses and reports as required by the City Council, management staff, and outside agencies; manage projects and special studies.
• Maintain knowledge of current development and innovations in governmental financial management, including budget management, revenue collection, treasury management, and financial accounting systems.
• Maintain knowledge of current development in grant and related financial management; provide assistance in analyzing and developing improved policies, plans, methods, procedures, and systems of grant administration. Serve as liaison for banking and merchant services.
• Plan and coordinate system implementation projects from a departmental users functional and non-technical perspective including gathering, documenting, and recommending new business system solutions, testing and/or enhancements in the implementation of information technology projects on a departmental level.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer services.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of generally accepted accounting and reporting practices.
• Modern office equipment and methods including use of computer applications in word processing, spreadsheet, database, and graphic presentation.
• Automated accounting and information systems.
• Complex statistical research and analysis techniques.
• Principles  and  practices  of  needs  analysis  as  related  to  organizational  design  and development and basic grant administration.

Ability to:

• Perform professional duties in the analysis of a variety of complex accounting and financial data.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures.
• On a continuous basis, sit at desk for long periods of time; intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; and lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less.
• Learn pertinent local, State, and Federal laws, rules and regulations especially as related to accounting, auditing, assessment, and reporting requirements.
• Apply accounting principles to the analysis of financial and accounting transactions and audit of financial records; prepare financial statements and reports.
• Use automated accounting and information systems.
• Use a variety of personal computer applications in word processing, spreadsheet, database, and graphic presentation.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training

Experience:

Three years of professional financial and accounting experience, including financial analysis and financial forecasting.

Training:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in accounting, finance or a related field.

License or Certificate

Some positions may require possession of a valid California driver’s license upon date of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1. Your responses to questions 2-4, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula.  Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information.  This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience" section of this application.  Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored.  I understand and agree with the above instructions.

• Yes
• No

2. Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones.

3. How many years of financial and accounting experience, including financial analysis and financial forecasting, do you have?

• Less than 3 years
• 3-4 Years
• 4-5 Years
• 5+ Years

4. Please list any relevant professional certifications you possess. Please attach copies of these certifications to your application.

5. Describe your experience performing complex financial analysis, including accounting for and monitoring of City investments, capital assets, and long-term debt.

6. Describe your experience in accounting, including preparing complex journal entries, in either a governmental accounting or private accounting setting.

SELECTION PROCESS

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination.  The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.  Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List.  Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations.  Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.