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

The Department of Transportation (DOT) is seeking an Overstrength Senior Transportation Specialist to lead the Local Projects and Grants Section of the Transportation Planning and Project Delivery Division. This position is currently funded through June 30, 2022. Reporting to the Division Manager, this position is responsible for planning, management and delivery of programs and projects that align with the City's multimodal transportation policies. Direct and indirect staff includes Associate Civil Engineers and Associate Transportation Specialists. The position serves as the Division's representative with other departments in the City, consultants, developers, other jurisdictions and agencies, Planning commission, City Council representatives, and the community.

Key responsibilities include the following:
• Coordinating policy development and implementation related to the transportation goals of the General Plan Envision 2040.
• Provide leadership and management of development, capitol, and regional projects.
• Development of projects and programs intended to increase bicycle, pedestrian, and transit use.
• Coordinates the planning and implementation of multimodal goals, policies, and projects.
• Seek and write grant applications for regional, state, and federal grants for various transportation projects in the City.
• Administering and managing grant funded projects including working with regional, state, and federal agencies to meet all grant requirements.
• Manage and administer non-city transportation funding sources such as formula grants from Measure B, SB1 and others as applicable.
• Recommending design and service features for projects that enhance potential for use of transportation alternatives such as dedicated bike lanes, pedestrian, and transit corridors using complete streets.
• Recommending the use and placement of traffic control devices to enhance overall safety and to promote alternative modes and improve overall accessibility for pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists.
• Leading and supervising staff by establishing goals, tracking performances, creating a positive work environment, maximizing staff development opportunities, and providing appropriate recognition.
• Assisting Division Manager with the budget preparation, personnel, and training matters.
• Representing the Department of Transportation at meetings with internal and external stakeholders.

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.

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose 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.

Selection Process
The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.

You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process.  Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response. 

1.  Do you possess:
a. a valid California driver’s license.
b. a valid driver's license issued by another state.
c. The ability to obtain a California driver’s license by the time of hire.
d. I do not possess any of the above.

2. Please indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for Senior Transportation Specialist.  (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY):
a.  I have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in transportation planning, city and regional planning, urban studies, civil engineering, or closely related field.
b.  I have five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in transportation development programs including two (2) years of project management.
c.  I have a master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
d.  I do not possess any of the above.

3.  Please describe your experience in Developing grant application and the implementation of grant funded projects through environmental, design, and construction phasing. Please also include any experience that you may have in developing and analyzing traffic studies, technical reports and leading public outreach efforts, particularly for high-profile controversial projects., including the number of years, the scope of your experience, specifically, the types of projects delivered, engineering principles frequently applied, and actions taken in adherence to government regulations related to your work.

4.  Do you have supervisory experience? If yes, please describe the direct supervisory or lead experience you have had. Include the length of time you supervised or led staff, the number of employees under your direct supervision, and a description of your methods for developing your employees.

5.  Do you have experience managing and implementing new policies and procedures to a maintenance, operations, or engineering program with a team? If yes, please describe your process and any challenges you encountered. What was the outcome? 

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Laura Nanez at Laura.Nanez@sanjoseca.gov. 

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking a Senior Planner. Under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Community Development or Planning Officer, performs, plans, directs and supervises professional planning activities of the Planning Division within the Community Development Department; including a variety of complex technical planning activities relative to an assigned area of responsibility; and performs related work as required.

The Senior Planner classification is the advanced journey-level in the Planner series. Incumbents assigned to this classification are responsible for more complex projects and planning project management. This position differs from the lower-level classification of Associate Planner in that the lower class performs more routine planner duties.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.  The position opens Thursday, July 8, 2021 and final filing date is Thursday, July 29, 2021 at 5:00 pm. For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

Salary $52.04 - $66.42 Hourly | $108, 243.20 - $138,153.60 Annually

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Senior Planner

(Contract negotiations are currently in progress and will provide a salary increase effective FY 21/22)

Plus Excellent Benefits

APPLICATION DEADLINE:   Apply by Friday, July 23, 2021 for first consideration

THE CITY is focused on enhancing our community members’ quality of life through well-designed services and a positive workplace culture.  San Rafael is the economic and cultural heart of Marin County, and its high quality of life is centered on its commercial districts, engaged neighborhoods, active lifestyle, and natural environment.  San Rafael (population 59,000) is a full-service city with a city council/city manager form of government with 12 departments, more than 400 employees, and an annual budget of $100 million.  The City’s vision is to be a vibrant economic and cultural center reflective of its diversity.  The City Council is engaged and seeks to strengthen the urban and commercial areas as well as sustain the beautiful natural environment. 

San Rafael’s Organizational culture framework is an initiative called “Together San Rafael.”  City employees are our greatest asset, and we seek talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are creative, curious, and excited about a challenge.  We are a results-driven team focused on the needs of community members.  The Together San Rafael initiative is focused on modernizing City services and increasing the engagement of employees.  This initiative recognizes the interconnectedness of the customer and employee experience. 

THE POSITION: 

The City of San Rafael Community Development Department is recruiting for a Senior Planner. This position is responsible for the program, administration, and the performance of a comprehensive planning/economic development division; perform professional current and/or advanced planning work; and supervise the work of professional and support staff members. 

This position performs the following essential job duties:

• Supervises professional and/or technical staff engaged in City planning activities.
• Establishes priorities and defining processing requirements.
• Responds to questions and issues raised by the City staff, developers, contractors, architects, engineers, and the general public; interpret the General Plan, zoning code and related ordinances or City regulations.
• Conducts research and special studies.
• Coordinates projects and activities with other City departments and outside agencies.
• Manages consulting contracts for planning projects.
• Makes presentations before community groups, Boards, Commissions and/or the City Council.
• Performs related duties as required.

To be eligible for this position you must have knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of planning and the methods used in the implementation of such plans.
• Current trends in federal, state and local planning.
• Socioeconomic and physical resource aspects related to assigned programs.
• Effective supervisory methods and techniques. 

To be eligible for this position you must possess the ability to:

• Prepare and analyze various professional studies.
• Prepare written reports.
• Make presentations to committees, community groups, the Planning Commission & City Council.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Provide leadership to staff.  

LANGUAGE/MATHEMATICAL/REASONING SKILLS:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. 
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Planning or related field, AND
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible professional planning experience.
• A Master’s degree in Planning may be substituted for one year of experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Public agency experience desirable.

CERTIFICATES/LICENSES/REGISTRATIONS:

• Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in indoor conditions and regularly works near video display.  The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application. Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application since this information will be used to determine who will be invited to participate in the next phase of the examination process.  The examination process may include any or all of the following: application appraisal, written examination, oral board interview examination and/or performance examination. Note:  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a pre-placement physical examination, drug screen, in depth background check, a psychological exam and fingerprinting. 

To file an application online, go to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”.  Or, follow this link to submit your application:  https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20136310

Reasonable Accommodation:  The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants.  If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the oral board date.

Assistant Planner

$6,142 - $7,465 per month

Plus excellent benefits

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Apply by Wednesday, July 14, 2021 for first consideration

THE CITY is focused on enhancing our community members’ quality of life through well-designed services and a positive workplace culture.  San Rafael is the economic and cultural heart of Marin County, and its high quality of life is centered on its commercial districts, engaged neighborhoods, active lifestyle, and natural environment.  San Rafael (population 59,000) is a full-service city with a city council/city manager form of government with 12 departments, more than 400 employees, and an annual budget of $100 million.  The City’s vision is to be a vibrant economic and cultural center reflective of its diversity.  The City Council is engaged and seeks to strengthen the urban and commercial areas as well as sustain the beautiful natural environment. 

San Rafael’s Organizational culture framework is an initiative called “Together San Rafael.”  City employees are our greatest asset, and we seek talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are creative, curious, and excited about a challenge.  We are a results-driven team focused on the needs of community members.  The Together San Rafael initiative is focused on modernizing City services and increasing the engagement of employees.  This initiative recognizes the interconnectedness of the customer and employee experience. 

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael Community Development Department is seeking a full-time Assistant Planner. This position performs a variety of professional planning duties to develop, and maintain the City’s General Plan, and to administer the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances.  The Assistant Planner is an entry-level position.  Incumbents in this position will learn to apply professional principles within a local political environment. 

This position performs the following essential job duties (including but not limited to):

• Responds to inquiries from the public by providing information regarding the General Plan, the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances and statistical data.
• Receives and reviews land use permits, design review applications, zoning and General Plan amendments for conformance with the General Plan, Zoning, and Subdivision ordinances and other requirements; and prepares staff reports recommending appropriate action.
• Conducts environmental review including preparation of initial studies and negative declarations, technical and administrative support on the preparation of Environmental Impact Reports and staff reports on all phases of environmental review. 
• Performs detailed planning studies, research and analysis to support development of long-range policies and plans, as well as implementation ordinances for the City’s growth and development.
• Prepares and analyzes various professional planning studies including, but not limited to, demographics, traffic and historic resources.
• Prepares General Plan elements such as the Housing Element by drafting and finalizing plan documents; research materials and making presentations to committees, the Planning Commission and the City council.
• Prepares reports and studies and represents the department before the public, other agencies, and developer representatives.
• Attends and participates in meetings of the Design Review board, Planning Commission, City Council, special committees and neighborhood groups.
• Performs related duties as required.

To be eligible for this position, you must have knowledge of/ability to:

• Basic principles and practices of planning for community development and of the methods used in the implementation of such plans.
• Current trends in federal, state and local planning.
• Socioeconomic and physical resource aspects of planning, zoning, and planning administration.
• Collect, tabulate, and interpret data pertaining to planning and zoning.
• Interpret a wide variety of maps, graphic illustrations, detailed drawings, and land use data and legal descriptions.
• Prepare and present effective written reports and verbal presentations.
• Deal effectively with the public and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Understand program objectives in relation to departmental goals and procedures.
• Demonstrate tact and diplomacy.
• Maintain accurate records and document actions taken.
• Organize and prioritize work assignments.
• Research regulations, procedures and/or technical reference material.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of education, experience, and training which demonstrates possession of and competency in requisite knowledge and abilities may substitute for the education (degree) on a year-for-year basis.  A Master’s degree in planning or a related field may substitute for the one (1) year of work experience.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in planning, urban studies, geography or related field AND
• One (1) year of full-time work experience in municipal or regional planning

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

• Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.

LANGUAGE/MATHEMATICAL/REASONING SKILLS:

• Ability to read analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in indoor conditions and regularly works near video display.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application.  The examination process may include the following application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%.  Note:  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a pre-employment physical, background check, driving record, and fingerprinting.   To file an application, go to:  www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”.  Follow this link to submit your application:   https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20134814 

For more information about the City of San Rafael, please visit www.cityofsanrafael.org. 

Reasonable Accommodation:  The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants.  If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the test date.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.  Such accommodations must be requested by the applicant. 

Educational Facilities Planner/Analyst
Location: Santa Cruz
Job ID: 19941

Initial Review Date (IRD)
UC Santa Cruz staff jobs are posted until filled. Application materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the hiring unit for consideration. NOTE: Materials submitted after the IRD will be forwarded only at the request of the hiring unit. Submit your materials before the IRD to ensure consideration by the hiring unit.

Initial Review Date (IRD): 08-02-2021

Dept Marketing Statement
The Educational Facilities Planner/Analysist (Planner)provides services as a seasoned, experienced planner to guide the physial development of the campus and assists in the stratigic development and improvement of buildings and space to support UCSC's mission of research, teaching and public service. The Planner will ensure that both campus and UC policy regarding capital matters is incorporated into the work of the unit.

The Planner must be capable of operating with minimal supervision; have a full understanding of planning industry practices, and provde services as an experienced planner with strong analytical skills to support both capital planning and space management programs; be able to independently research issues, use good judgement in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions; resolve issues where analysis requires the review of a variety of factors; obtain, assemble, analyze, and present data to other professionals and leadership so they can make informed decisions; work with campus clients in the development of initial space-use programs through the use of standard planning tools: metrics, conceptual space plans and test fit diagrams; coordinate with campus technical experts on the re-use of space; conduct surveys and planning studies; and prepare reports and budget approval documents; provide organizational and administrative support to the unit; serve as staff support for committees including the preparation and distribution of agendas and minutes.

In addition, the Planner must be capable of manipulating and managing large datasets to provide data for their own work and to assist others; be proficient in Google and Microsoft Office Suites, have a working knowledge of AutoCAD and other communication, drawing and presentation software.

Capital Planning and Space Management (CPSM) is a unit within the Division of Business Administration (BAS.) The Division includes a broad and diverse set of operational units that provides and maintains administrative, student development and physical infrastructure that supports the mission of the campus. As a member of BAS, CPSM supports the Office of the Chancellor and Campus Provost/Executive Vice Chancellor in the areas of capital financial planning and policy analysis. In this capacity, CPSM develops and maintains relevant databases, provides analyses of policies and programs, assists in the determination of campus priorities, and in the development of strategies designed to achieve these priorities. CPSM is responsible for capital planning, space management, programming, management and utilization aspects of the campus capital improvement and space management programs; coordinates with the Office of Budget Analysis and Planning regarding the capital budget, and the execution of special studies as may be necessary to enable the Chancellor and Campus Provost/Executive Vice Chancellor to discharge his/her responsibilities in these areas.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule
Salary Range Information: $73,700 - $104,600/Annually. Salary commensurate with skills and experience.
No. of Positions: 3
Benefits Level Eligibility: This position is eligible for Full benefits.
Schedule Information: Full-time, Fixed
Percentage of Time: 100%
Average Hours Per Week: 40
Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
Shift Includes: Days
Employee Classification: This is a Career Appointment
Job End Date: None
Job Code Classification: [007083] PLNG SPEC 3
Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus, Kerr Hall
Union Representation: Non-Represented

Job Duties
40%: Provides planning services in support of capital planning and space management activities; manages campus client projects and relationships to develop programs, provide schematic space plan layouts, and test fit diagrams; works with campus partners to conduct preliminary feasibility tests and develop preliminary budgets; prepares associated presentation and budget approval documents for distribution to campus stakeholders, leadership, and UC Office of the President.

25%: Provides analytics in support of capital planning, and space management; prepares accurate, data-centric, written and graphic reports for campus stakeholders, leadership, and the UC Office of the President.

25%: Provides analytics in support of capital planning, and space management; prepares accurate, data-centric, written and graphic reports for campus stakeholders, leadership, and the UC Office of the President.

10%: Applies University policy to capital matters; assists in managing and improving the organization and administrative office activities; initiates and implements updates and improvements to office processes; and performs other associated duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree and / or equivalent experience / training in planning, architecture, engineering, construction administration, or other related area.
• Demonstrated knowledge/skills in facilities planning, architecture, engineering, or other planning-related field; previous experience in providing capital planning and space management services; ability to work with clients, develop space-use programs, conceptual space plans and test fit diagrams; and proficient in the preparation of associated presentation and budget approval documents.
• Excellent written, verbal, graphic communication skills to communicate ideas, prepare correspondence, documents, reports, and presentations; commitment to quality work, strict attention to detail, and excellent proofreading skills with knowledge of correct English spelling, grammar, and punctuation; experience producing technically accurate and easy-to-grasp presentation materials, narratives and documents.
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills to identify needs, conduct research, and develop innovative alternatives; ability to interpret, explain and apply appropriate applications of University policies and procedures, and draw systematic and rational conclusions from data.
• Proficient in math, equation development, database manipulation, and use of formulas and functions especially in Google Sheets and Excel; skilled in manipulating multiple spreadsheets and reconciling large data sets, skilled at drawing conclusions and presenting analysis and recommendations in a formal manner to targeted audiences; proficient in using all Google and Microsoft Office Suite products; demonstrates a working knowledge of AutoCAD or similar architectural drawing and presentation software; skilled at managing complex records and files; meticulous about details and accuracy of work; demonstrates a willingness to learn other software products as required.
• Strong organizational skills; ability to provide, collect and assemble data from large, comprehensive datasets into clear, concise presentations; ability to apply judgement, multi-task, establish priorities, and respond to swiftly shifting delivery requirements and quick turn-around deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively within a small office as well as with diverse groups and individuals at various levels within the organization; ability to convey information and give advice to management and employees; skilled at working in a team setting and fostering communication, cooperation, and support from colleagues; ability to exercise good judgment and discretion, especially with regards to sensitive or confidential matters.

APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO USE THE UCSC ON-LINE PROCESS

View full job description and access on-line application:

https://apptrkr.com/2323062

To ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit, they must be submitted on or before the initial review date (IRD) via the Staff Employment Opportunities web site; https://jobs.ucsc.edu. A computer is available at the UC Santa Cruz Staff Human Resources Office located at Scotts Valley Center. The Scotts Valley Center is located at 100 Enterprise Way, Suite E100, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. To learn more or to request disability accommodations, call 831-459-2009. Hearing impaired are encouraged to use the California Relay Service at 800-735-2922. UC Santa Cruz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

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Do you have a passion for outdoor recreation, open space and trails? Do you enjoy working on a variety of planning, environmental review, design and construction projects that focus on preservation and public use of open space? Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is seeking a Senior Planner to manage and provide support on key planning and design projects and feasibility studies for public access and outdoor recreation in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties.  Midpen seeks an experienced open space Planner, with demonstrated experience producing high-quality work product and effective communication, strong project management and leadership skills. The candidate will be an organized, creative, and energetic self-starter who enjoys working within a highly collaborative team environment. Top-level candidates are experienced Planners with a proficiency in CEQA/environmental review, public engagement, and local, state, and federal land use laws and permitting processes. Candidates will possess an educational background in landscape architecture, architecture, environmental planning or design, environmental sciences, historic preservation, natural resource management, urban planning or design, or related field.

About Midpen:  Midpen is a regional greenbelt system in the Santa Cruz Mountain region comprised of nearly 65,000 acres of land in 26 extraordinary open space preserves, permanently protected for natural resource conservation, public enjoyment and recreation. Midpen is a public agency with a focused mission that guides our work, and where every employee makes a positive impact.  If you are looking for an outstanding opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space protection, natural resource restoration and outdoor recreation, working with an incredible team of like-minded colleagues, we invite you to apply for this position!  Check out the Working for Midpen video on our Employment Opportunities page.

About the Position: The ideal candidate will be a part of a cohesive team of 10 in the Planning Department, which is part of the Project Planning and Delivery business line. Midpen aims to recruit and retain employees who embody professionalism, accountability, and respect, who value working in an environment focused on inclusivity, diversity, and equity. The candidate values innovative approaches to project planning and delivery, thrives in a dynamic environment, and is an experienced leader. The candidate is strongly solution-oriented and works collaboratively with Midpen personnel (administrative and field staff), partner agencies, and members of the public, including local and regional neighbors.  Current or previous experience working with or for partner agencies to Midpen such as open space preservation, land trusts, regional conservation alliances/networks, or counties, cities, and towns is considered highly desirable.

Under general supervision of the Planning Manager, the Senior Planner will perform advanced long-range planning work, manage large, complex and diverse planning and environmental review projects, and provide recommendations to management, Board of Directors and Board Committees. The Senior Planner initiates, develops, and works independently on a variety of planning efforts and studies including feasibility studies, comprehensive use and management plans, conceptual site plans, design review, and external project review. The position also requires research and analysis of planning data and development of policy, ordinance and program recommendations, and development and active management of annual and quarterly budgets for their business line and the Planning Department. The Senior Planner will supervise other Planners and provide effective coaching, training, and professional development for their supervisees. The ideal candidate shows proven excellence in inspiring a team to perform at their peak and is skilled at engaging colleagues in contributing actively to multidisciplinary projects.  Not the least, this position requires a commitment to providing superior customer service and organizational support to management.  For additional information about the position, click here for the complete Job Description.

A Few Reasons Why You May Love This Job

• Collaborative work that directly supports Midpen’s mission to protect, restore, and provide low-intensity recreational enjoyment of the natural environment
• You’ll be part of a talented and dynamic team whose work contributes to providing nature’s benefits to everyone
• Excellent employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and a retirement pension through California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)

Work Environment:  During this time of COVID-19 restrictions and care for our employees’ health, Midpen employees are working remotely. However, once restrictions are lifted this position will operate in the Planning Department at the Midpen’s offices in Los Altos, California.  In addition to working in the office and providing project presentations to management, the Board of Directors, and Board Committees, and at public meetings, the Senior Planner will sometimes work in the field and hike through steep terrain and wildland areas.  Field work will require driving in remote areas on unimproved dirt roads, working in temperatures ranging from cold and blustery to hot and dry. Ideal candidates will be comfortable working in these types of field conditions, as well as in an office environment.

Education and Experience:  Your time is valuable, so please apply only if you have at least the required minimum qualifications outlined here: 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 urban or regional planning, environmental design, landscape architecture, architecture, natural resource management, ecology, biology, or a related field and five (5) years of increasingly responsible project management experience in open space planning preferably in a governmental, non-profit land trust, land management, or similar organization, including three (3) years of supervisory experience.  A Master’s Degree is desirable.

Licenses & Certifications Required:   Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.  Planning certification (AICP or equivalent) is desirable.

Benefits:   The Open Space District provides an excellent benefits package including health, life & disability insurance as well as CalPERS pension. Please see the Benefits page of the District website for details.

How to Apply:  A note to applicants who currently live outside of the San Francisco Bay Area: before committing to the application process, and if you haven’t done so already, we suggest evaluating the feasibility of relocation. We recommend researching the cost of living in the San Francisco Bay Area, the cost to relocate, and typical commute times to Los Altos from outlying areas.

Ready to apply?  Great!  We welcome your application online at CalOpps.org. 

Open Until Filled.  May close at any time without advance notice.  Apply now!  Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for an interview.

The following application items are required to be considered*:

1. Fully completed CalOpps employment application 

2. Cover letter 

3. Resume  

4. Supplemental question responses

*Incomplete CalOpps employment applications, or applications without the required application items listed here, will not be considered for the position.

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation by contacting the Human Resources department at 650-691-1200.   

THE POSITION: The City of Campbell is currently recruiting for a School Crossing Guard position.

Be an important member of a successful team of individuals committed to the safety of school children in our community. School Crossing Guards work approximately 15-20 hours per week during the regular school year. School Crossing Guards are assigned to designated locations in the City of Campbell assisting elementary and junior high school students to safely cross the streets.

SALARY: $16.00-$23.00 Hourly

HOURS: 15-20 Hours per week

TYPICAL DUTIES: • Assist school children to safely cross streets • Report crimes, violations, accidents, or injuries • Assist the public

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Must be at least 18 years of age • Must have ability to get transportation to different post locations in Campbell • Must not have any dangerous criminal convictions • Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and procedures • Must be able to communicate clearly with city personnel, pedestrians and motorists • Must be able to work different shift hours, and all school year • Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions • Must have a sense of responsibility for the safety of children.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS: Please complete a City of Campbell Employment Application or online through www.calopps.org. Applications are available at www.cityofcampbell.com/hr or in person at Human Resources 70 N. First Street, Campbell, CA 95008 (City Hall, Upper Level). Successful completion of a background investigation will be required prior to being hired. The City of Campbell will provide all safety equipment and uniforms. For more information about the Crossing Guard Program and details about this employment opportunity, call the City of Campbell HR Department at (408) 866-2705 or email: hr@campbellca.gov.

The City of Campbell 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 Campbell upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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.   

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

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 Department is currently recruiting to fill multiple Associate Engineer (Building) positions in the Plan Review Services Division with duties including, but not limited to:

     - Advising professional engineers, architects and others concerning code requirements, engineering and planning problems arising in the preliminary design of buildings and structures.

     - Examining plans, calculations and specifications for residential, multi-family, commercial and industrial buildings, including complex major structures for structural adequacy, zoning and general compliance with governing laws, codes, ordinances and regulations.

     - Making independent engineering analyses on proposed buildings when required to justify the structural safety of design, and applicable electrical and mechanical systems.

     - Working closely with and giving information to professional engineers, architects, contractors and the general public regarding building, zoning and general requirements concerning buildings and structures.

     - Coordinating effectively with Development Service partners e.g. Planning, Fire Prevention, Public Works, Environmental Services for plan review consistency and streamlining permit process.

     - Issuing permits after review of plans.

     - Advising building inspectors on structural, fire and life-safety challenges arising in the field during the construction of a building project.

     - Instructing inspectors and technicians in the review of simple building plans.

     - Conducting safety assessments of older buildings and assisting in enforcing compliance with the City's Disaster Response Plan.

     - Performing observational review of critical structural elements of the projects under construction.

     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.

     Selection Process:

     The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process.  Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise.

     You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process.  Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response.

     - Please indicate the name of the college or university and the field in which you obtained your degree.

     - Describe your years of progressively responsible experience in professional Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Architectural work in your field including your years of experience in design and construction of buildings.

     - If you are registered as a Civil Engineer, or an Architect with the State of California, please provide your license number and expiration date.

     - Please indicate if you have any of the following licenses or certificates (select all that apply)

     *** California Structural Engineering license

     *** ICC Plans Examiner Certificate

     *** ICC Building Inspector Certificate

     ***Certified Access Specialist Certificate

     *** None of the above

     - Please indicate if you have relevant job experience in any of the following (select all that apply).

     a. Wood

     b. Masonry

     c. Concrete

     d. Steel

     e. None

     - Describe your experience for each relevant topic selected above.

     - Describe your experience in non-structural design or plan review (e.g. architectural/life safety, Title 24 energy efficiency, Title 24 disabled accessibility, electrical or mechanical systems etc.).

     You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. 

     If you have questions about the selection process, please contact Manjit Atwal at manjit.atwal@sanjoseca.gov