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The County of San Mateo Sheriff's Office is seeking highly tactful candidates with exceptional ability for attention to detail to join their team as a Sheriff's Property Officer. 

The Sheriff's Property Officer accepts and releases evidence from on-going criminal cases. The position is responsible for the proper storage, release, and disposal of property and evidence, including digital evidence. The incumbent will maintain accurate records of these transactions in both electronic and paper formats. The Property Officer will also be responsible for maintaining inventory control records of the department's fixed assets, accessing and entering information in the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (CLETS), and taking fingerprints and photographs of various types of applicants and registrants.  Incumbents must be comfortable working around firearms, narcotics, and biological material.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have exceptional attention to detail skills.
• Have the ability to read and comprehend legal documents, laws and ordinances.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully, both orally and in writing with employees, officials of public agencies, attorneys, property owners, and the public.
• Have experience with law enforcement computer databases, and experience in keeping accurate logs and records.
• Have the ability to enter and retrieve data from a computer with sufficient speed and accuracy.
• Have the ability to handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously.

This position maybe filled at either the Sheriff's Property Officer I ($26.21-$32.77/hr) or Sheriff's Property Officer II ($31.40-$39.26/hr) level. 
 

Examples Of Duties:
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Receive, maintain the chain of custody and integrity of, and safely store evidence, found property, and property held for safekeeping.
• Advise staff on proper packaging and submission procedures.
• Maintain files and records, both paper and in automated property management systems, regarding the receipt, storage, movement, and disposition of property. Manage video evidence created by body worn cameras and in-car video cameras.
• Conduct inventories and audits of property and evidence.
• Release property to the public or to legally authorized persons in accordance with disposition forms, court orders, or stipulations.
• Compose correspondence to property owners or finders.
• Authorize the return of and release safekeeping and found property to rightful owners.
• Check out items needed for court, investigation, or forensic testing; share digital evidence needed for investigation or review; transport items to and from the Forensic Laboratory; and maintain records of items checked out.
• Copy or electronically transfer evidence in accordance with discovery requests and subpoenas.
• Testify in court to verify chain of custody records on evidence.
• Purge property as directed on disposition forms, and by following appropriate federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Destroy or make arrangements for the destruction of nuisance weapons and illicit materials such as narcotics.
• Make arrangements for the auction of unclaimed property.
• Maintain inventory control records of department's fixed assets.
• Order supplies and equipment as necessary for assigned work.
• Contact or respond to questions of law enforcement personnel, attorneys, representatives of various agencies and the public concerning the release, location and disposition of property.
• Coordinate with staff handling Public Record Act requests and staff handling the training and deployment of body worn cameras and in-car videos.
• Take fingerprints and photographs of various types of applicants, registrants and probationers.
• Operate various automated criminal justice information systems such as the County of San Mateo Consolidated Justice Information Portal (CJI), the California Law Enforcement Telecommunication System (CLETS), and the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database.
• Attend trainings and stay abreast of industry best practices and changes in laws and regulations.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:
 
Sheriff's Property Officer I: One year of store keeping or clerical experience which has included responsibility for maintaining inventory control records or a complex filing system.
 
Sheriff's Property Officer II: Two years of experience in a law enforcement or law administrative agency receiving, storing, releasing and inventorying property held for safekeeping.

Other Requirements: 
Pass a detailed background investigation and pre-employment medical exam prior to appointment. The selected candidate must possess a valid California driver's license at the time of hire.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and procedures of stock control systems and record keeping.
• General characteristics and values of different types of commodities.
• Techniques of receiving, storing, inventorying, safeguarding and disposing of personal and other types of property.
• California Penal Code, Civil Code, various County ordinances, the Federal Gun Act of 1968 and other laws governing public property, release of property and evidence and destruction of narcotics.
• General characteristics and values of different types of equipment used in the Sheriff's Office including characteristics and handling of firearms.
• Types of information stored in CLETS and NCIC.

Skill/Ability to:

• Explain and apply departmental policies and procedures including court procedures and process of obtaining release of property.
• Train personnel.
• Maintain complete and accurate records.
• Operate teletype and computer terminals.
• Read and comprehend legal documents, laws and ordinances.
• Exercise good judgment.
• Make accurate observations.
• Work well with minimal supervision.
• Deal effectively and tactfully with employees, officials of public agencies, attorneys, property owners and the public.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Lift and move bulky or heavy objects.
• Apply laws, codes and ordinances related to property management, guns, narcotics and evidence.
• Handle firearms.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION
Open. Anyone may apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and/or supplemental questionnaire.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in County of San Mateo, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.
 

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.

~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~
Final Filing Date:  June 26, 2019
Application Screening:   July 1, 2019
Panel Interviews:  July 10 and/or July 11, 2019

Analyst: Mandy Singh (06132019)                     (Sheriff's Property Officer I/II - E106/E105)

SALARY RANGE: Day Shift $30.36 per hour
Swing Shift $30.36 per hour + 10% differential pay
Graveyard Shift $30.36 per hour + 15% differential pay
Starts at 68% of Journey-Level Wage with Wage Progression Commensurate
With Skill Level Progression. Current Journey-Level Wage is $44.65 per hour. 40 hour work week.
(Employee pays up to 7% of salary/wage toward CalPERS retirement plan)

NOTE: This position is being reposted. Applicants who have already applied do not need to reapply. All applications will be considered for this position.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Verifiable work experience in the automotive and/or heavy duty vehicle repair trades is desirable
• Verifiable education or training in the automotive and/or heavy duty vehicle repair trades, such as high school automotive technology coursework or automotive trade technical school is desirable
• Position requires a high degree of determination and commitment to personal and professional development and learning

REQUIRED TOOLS:

• Must have a basic set of journey level hand tools to accomplish assigned work

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
FAILURE TO MEET ANY OF THE REQUIREMENTS STATED BELOW MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR APPLICATION

PSE I – Van Driver

CLOSE DATE: Wednesday, June 26th, 2019

SALARY RANGE:
$13.20 Per Hour   

FINAL FILING DATE:
A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department by 5:00 P.M.,  Wednesday, June 26th, 2019

THE POSITION
The PSE I- Van Driver/Child Care Worker position at the Glenn County Health and Human Services Agency operates and drives a light van motor vehicle to pick up and deliver clients and children to a designated location within the county.  Follow schedules to insure clients are able to meet their scheduled appointments.  May pick up and deliver paperwork, equipment, materials and supplies at various locations as assigned.  May use assigned vehicle to move clients’ belongings from one location to another as directed.  This position is at-Will, Temporary and Part-Time - scheduled for up to nine (9) hours per week working two shifts of one and a half (1.5) hours twice per day on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday for a total of three (3) hours per day. Bilingual applicants and consumers are encouraged to apply. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next six (6) months. Bilingual applicants and consumers are encouraged to apply. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next six (6) months.

Application forms may be completed on CalOpps.org or obtained from and returned to:

GLENN COUNTY PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
525 W. Sycamore Street
Willows, CA  95988
Telephone (530) 934-6451 – Fax (530) 934-6452
TDD – No Voice (530) 934-6444
Website: www.countyofglenn.net

 Description

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) is a commuter rail and bicycle/pedestrian pathway project located in Marin and Sonoma Counties.

We are seeking an experienced and self-motivated person to join our  team.

The incumbents support the work of management staff by conducting day-to-day support , professional-level procurement and contract administration activities and by providing a professional-level resource for organizational, managerial, and operational analyses and studies

Under general direction, provides professional-level procurement and contract administration duties, including developing requests for proposals, soliciting bids, administering and monitoring contracts, issuing purchase orders, and processing new vendors.  The incumbent performs detailed analyses and support relating to procurement, administrative, budgetary, and contract administration to assigned departmental projects and programs; develops, summarizes, and maintains detailed administrative and procurement records; analyzes programmatic practices and procedures and makes recommendations for organizational, operational, and procedural improvements; fosters cooperative working relationships with District managers, public, and regulatory agencies; and performs related work as required.

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

This is a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by, and minimum requirements of, employees in the class.  Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.  SMART reserves the right to determine and amend job responsibilities.

• Coordinates and performs complex professional-level administrative and programmatic work in such areas as procurement, contract administration, and financial analysis.
• Researches and develops detailed product and/or service specifications and establishes contract terms; confers with department staff to resolve questions regarding intent and expected use of goods and services, specification definitions, and scope of work statements.
• Develops and/or assists with bid invitations and solicitations, formal and informal bids, and requests for qualifications/quotes/proposals while ensuring legal and contractual provisions are included to protect SMART’s interests.
• Prepares and distributes notification to vendors on SMART mailing lists, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) businesses, and others; places advertisements in local newspapers; assists with pre-bid and pre-proposal conferences; write and posts addendums.
• Coordinates and participates in the evaluation of bids; develops evaluation criteria and materials; performs price/cost analyses and assesses the quality and suitability of proposed services and purchases; recommends modifications as needed; summarizes bid responses and prepares documentation; participates in the selection of contractors and vendors; develops reports for approval of contract awards.
• Reviews purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness, creates purchase orders in SMART’s financial system, and tracks shipment of products.
• Conducts a variety of analytical and operational studies regarding procurement activities, including financial, regulatory, operational, or administrative issues or questions; evaluates alternatives, assists with making recommendations, and assists with the implementation of procedural, administrative, and/or operational changes after approval.
• Assists in the preparation of comprehensive technical records and reports.
• Reviews and verifies invoices, documents, packing lists, and forms related to assigned area for accuracy, completeness, and conformance to applicable policies, rules, and regulations.
• Serves as a liaison to employees, the public, private organizations, government agencies, community groups, and other organizations; provides information and assistance regarding procurement programs and services; receives and responds to complaints and questions relating to assigned area of responsibility; reviews problems and recommends corrective actions.
• Reviews contract insurance compliance and works with brokerage firm with regards to compliance and insurance requirements.
• Assists in the development of departmental goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Maintains accurate records and files; develops storage of records and retention schedules.
• Performs other special projects and duties as assigned.

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

     This position is responsible for performing legal secretarial duties requiring both sound judgment and good technical skills.  These duties may include, but are not limited to, transcribing, preparing, processing, and e-filing pleadings/briefs in the various state and federal courts; preparing and processing correspondence, contracts, ordinances, resolutions, City Council memoranda, and other legal documents and instruments; maintaining calendars for attorneys; answering telephones and contacting other offices to provide, obtain, and/or coordinate information and/or appearances; and performing office filing; as well as organizing and maintaining a wide variety of information and materials in support of attorneys.  The skill level of this position places strong emphasis on accuracy, quality, and attention to detail.  A strong knowledge base of legal procedures and court rules (federal and state) is desirable.  This position involves a variety of legal matters including civil litigation, workers' compensation, and all aspects of municipal law.  Incumbent must be proficient in the use of personal computers and able to work with various types of software in the Windows environment.

     The successful candidate will be hired at the Legal Administrative Assistant II level.  The annual salary range for a Legal Administrative Assistant II is $61,068.80 to $74,214.40.

     Additionally, this classification also receives a 5% ongoing non-pensionable pay in addition to the salary listed.

     This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this department.  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, resume, answers to the job-specific questions, practical exercises, interview, references, and background check, including obtaining criminal history records.  Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be forwarded to the interview and practical exercise phases of the selection process.

     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 answer these questions a thoroughly as possible.  "See resume" is not a sufficient answer. 

     * What is your experience preparing pleadings for the State, Federal and Appellate Courts and what type of pleadings are you familiar with? (i.e., motions, discovery documents, appellate briefs, trial documents, etc.).  Please describe the areas of law in which you worked related to preparation of these pleadings. 

     * Have you worked on a group project in your employment in the legal sector?  Please describe an example where you worked collaboratively with other employees and work groups in the legal sector, and the outcome.

     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 any questions concerning the duties of this position, please contact Tina Nasseri at tina.nasseri@sanjoseca.gov 

Please Note:  On June 12, 2019, the closing date for this recruitment was extended. 

The new closing date is Wednesday, June 19, 2019.  

The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo is seeking Deputy Court Clerks to perform a variety of legal office support duties for the court's various divisions.

Under general supervision, Deputy Court Clerks receive, prepare, process and file a variety of legal documents for the family law, records, appeals, probate, criminal, civil, traffic, small claims and other divisions of the court. They also perform responsible office support duties adhering to legal codes and court procedures. There are currently several vacancies to be filled in the Superior Court of California.

Deputy Court Clerk I ($22.76-$28.37/hr)* is an entry level position and, under close supervision, will learn departmental and court policies and procedures, legal terminology, and court processes and practices. Incumbents are expected to advance to the higher level Deputy Court Clerk II position after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency, which meet the qualifications of the higher level class.

Deputy Court Clerk II ($24.69-$30.77/hr)* is the journey, or experienced, level position and is fully competent to independently perform a variety of complex and detailed office and court support duties. Incumbents are expected to perform the day-to-day work with minimum supervision and to exercise sound judgment in applying legal codes, court policies and procedures.

* The Superior Court of California anticipates a negotiated salary increase of 3% effective July 1, 2019.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Proven knowledge of general clerical practices and procedures.
• Familiarity with legal processes and procedures.
• Familiarity with basic word processing programs (e.g., Microsoft Word).
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• The ability to understand, interpret and apply court procedures while maintaining flexibility and resiliency in a challenging and changing work environment.
• The ability to work as a team member with co-workers in a cooperative, collegial and supportive manner.
• Experience working in a court setting.

The court anticipates that over the next few months there will be several vacancies for Deputy Court Clerks. The vacancies will be Limited Term positions.  Although the court will be hiring for limited term positions, regular permanent positions are often available after one year of employment. Limited term employees work in assignments not to exceed three years. They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan. The eligible or hiring list created from this recruitment will be used to fill these limited term vacancies and could also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, limited term and extra-help vacancies. 

If you are interested in working for the Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo as a Deputy Court Clerk, you are strongly encouraged to apply now!

Examples Of Duties

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

• Receive, review, prepare, process, and file a variety of legal documents for the family law, records, appeals, probate, criminal, civil, traffic, small claims and other divisions of the court.
• Perform varied, responsible and detailed office support duties adhering to legal codes and court procedures.
• Research and respond to inquiries by plaintiffs, defendants, attorneys, government agencies and the public in person or by telephone following established procedures.
• Compute and accept payment of fees, fines and bail; accept routine filings; issue appropriate receipts; and account for monies received on a daily basis.
• Prepare, process, sort, file and calendar cases; make docket entries; and issue legal forms.
• Organize own work, set priorities and ensure that critical deadlines are met.
• Operate standard office equipment, such as a computer, copier, desk top scanner, printers, fax machine, calculator, telephone and cash register.
• Organize and maintain various files; initiate new filing systems; purge files as required; maintain tickler files; and follow up as necessary.
• Perform related duties, as assigned.

The work environment for a Deputy Court Clerk is a "typical" office space that is generally clean with limited exposure to dust, fumes, odors and noise. A video display terminal/computer monitor is used on a daily basis. Conditions can at times be difficult and stressful with frequent deadlines and the expectation to produce high quality work under time constraints. Periodic, regular and/or occasional contact with employees in other court divisions, government agencies, the public and/or vendors will require the ability to converse and respond appropriately to inquiries and requests. The ability to work independently, as well as closely, with others is essential.

The position does have some physical demands, which include working at a computer terminal for extended periods of time; sitting or standing for long periods of time; stooping and reaching above shoulder level; climbing on ladders to access files on shelves; bending, lifting and carrying items weighing up to 25 pounds; working in a fast-paced environment; utilizing normal manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; repetitively using hands and arms; moving from one location to another; having corrected hearing and vision to normal range; communicating verbally; and using office equipment, including computers, telephones, calculators, copiers and fax machines.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Courts office practices and procedures, legal codes, processes and terminology and the operation of standard office equipment.
• Principles and techniques for dealing with the public, including maintaining a positive public image under stressful situations.
• Basic personal computer usage, including keyboarding and word processing.
• Standard business correspondence.
• Correct English usage, including grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Business arithmetic.

Skill/Ability to:

• Explain and apply a variety of legal terminology, concepts and technical court procedures related to office support work.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain flexibility in a challenging and changing work environment.
• Establish and maintain effective, professional and cooperative relationships with co-workers.
• Provide and promote a high level of public service.
• Organize, research and maintain accurate files and records.
• Prioritize and organize work in an effective and efficient manner.
• Operate standard office equipment, including a word processor and/or a personal or online computer.
• Make accurate arithmetic calculations.
• Maintain attention to detail and perform office work accurately despite frequent interruptions.
• Exercise initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Understand and maintain the necessary level of confidentiality.
• Type/keyboard at a rate of 30 net words per minute.

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

Deputy Court Clerk I: One year of general clerical, office assistant experience and/or related education or course work.
 

Deputy Court Clerk II: One year of experience in receiving, preparing, processing, and filing a variety of legal documents such as found in the court or similar legal office setting.

Application/Examination

Anyone may apply. This recruitment is being conducted in collaboration with the County of San Mateo.

Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

The examination process will consist of an Application Pre-Screening to ensure the instructions for completing the application have been followed and the minimum qualifications are met (pass/fail); a Written Examination (pass/fail); and a Panel Interview (weight: 100%). Candidates, whose applications pass the pre-screening, will be invited to take the Written Examination. The top 60 candidates with a passing score on the Written Examination will be invited to the Panel Interview.

Depending on the number of applicants, a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

The anticipated dates of the recruitment and examination processes are listed below. Please make plans to be present for these opportunities. Applicants will be notified of the final date, time, and place of the examinations with as much advance notification as possible.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE:
Final Filing Date: June 19, 2019, 11:59 PM
Written Examination Date: Saturday, June 29, 2019
Panel Interview Dates: July 23-25, 2019

Please Note: The Written Examination date of Saturday, June 29, 2019 is firm. The exact time and location of the exam will be sent to applicants prior to the exam date. Because of the logistics involved in giving the exam, no make-up exams will be offered except in cases where there is a need for a special accommodation. Please make plans now to be available for the June 29, 2019 examination.

The Written Examination is a basic civil service/government examination. Most libraries and bookstores stock study guides for civil service/government examinations. Applicants are encouraged to review these resource materials prior to taking the examination. Although the Superior Court and the County do not recommend or endorse specific books, job seekers can ask librarians or store employees for guidance in selecting appropriate study aids.
 

The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Note: Although the County of San Mateo is conducting the recruitment with the Superior Court, this position is not a County position.

Analyst: Ximena Burns (052319) (Deputy Court Clerk I/II - X046/X047)

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Attorney I/II/III in the Child Support Services Department. Currently there is a need to fill one vacancy. Under general direction, the incumbent performs routine to complex legal work for the Department of Child Support Services representing the County in all legal matters arising from the duties set forth in Title IV-D of the Social Security Act. The incumbent must be able to perform functions including the establishment of paternity and child support, the enforcement of child support, and in prosecuting civil offenders violating child (family) support regulations; performs related work as assigned. The Attorney series is flexibly staffed through level III. Promotion to the next higher level in the series is based upon demonstrated ability and level of supervision received.

About Yuba County

Yuba County is situated in the Northern Sacramento Valley, approximately 40 miles north of the State Capitol in Sacramento and two hours away from San Francisco and Lake Tahoe. The boundaries stretch from the farms and orchards of the valley to the timberlands of the Sierras. Yuba County offers its residents the many advantages of a rural lifestyle away from the pressures of the urban areas. The County’s rivers, lakes and outdoor recreation areas provide excellent hunting, fishing, boating and skiing opportunities. Our County vision is to create a “golden” future for Yuba County by inspiring a community of participation, embracing our unique history, and discovering the wealth of our untapped potential.

To view the full announcement for this exciting opportunity, please visit the City of San José’s employment page by clicking on the link below.

Then click on the “Management Recruitments” link. 

City of San José Employment Page

THE JOB

The Engineering Division of Public Works is divided into six Sections. Each Section has a unique set of responsibilities to help “Build Fremont Forward” and shape our community. The City is currently looking for Engineering Specialists to assist in the Public Works Transportation Engineering Section. The Engineering Specialist, under general supervision, will perform the operation and maintenance of the traffic signal infrastructure and support Citywide Transportation Projects.  Typical duties include:

• Receive and respond to public inquiries
• Schedule and perform field investigation and observation
• Asset management and documentation
• Assist with design and development of specifications and cost estimates of traffic signal projects
• Researches and compiles data needed for traffic design projects such as traffic volume, current and future development plans, accident history, utility plans, street construction plans, right of way and turning movement counts
• Assists in the preparation of conceptual, preliminary and final traffic project plans
• Reviews project specifications and estimates
• Other duties as assigned – which may include: identify, assess, and troubleshoot traffic signal problems and makes recommendations for repair

THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

The Public Works Department plays a key role in shaping the community and its future, as Fremont has several transformative land use and transportation projects underway to support the City’s vision of being “strategically urban”. Public Works is responsible for engineering, transportation, civic facilities, inspections, and maintenance for the City. The Engineering Division within Public Works helps deliver land development projects, executes the design and construction of public projects, and maintains and enhances the City’s transportation network.

Fremont’s new 5-year CIP has grown to a value of nearly $200 million and includes major investments related to infrastructure rehabilitation, pavement rehabilitation and maintenance, improved facilities for walking and bicycling, and infrastructure investments supporting the vibrancy of Downtown Fremont and Fremont’s Innovation District.  Private development in Fremont is active with the design and construction of projects totaling over 5000 housing units, 3 million square feet of office/industrial development and a 5 million square foot expansion of the Tesla Motors factory.   

Fremont is “on the rise” with a bold plan to develop Downtown Fremont into a vibrant mixed-use district, including a new civic center. Other key projects include the Warm Springs “Innovation District” where over 850 acres are transforming into a mixed-use, transit-oriented employment center home to advance manufacturing companies.   Public Works is managing the construction of an iconic pedestrian access bridge which will cross over Union Pacific Railroad to connect the new Warm Springs BART station to the nearby employment hub—home to the Tesla factory, Fremont’s largest employer.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Applicable local and state laws and standards for the design and operation of traffic signals
• Fundamentals of traffic signal equipment, intelligent transportation systems (ITS) components, and network telecommunication systems
• Geographic information system and other graphic design programs
• Microsoft office

Ability to:

• Operate electronic and computerized systems and software for traffic signal operating controls and equipment
• Comprehend electrical drawings, plans, and specifications
• Maintain accurate and complete records
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with City staff and stakeholders
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from a variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds

Any combination of education and/or experience which has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to satisfactory job performance would be qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: completion of an AA or AS degree from an accredited institution of higher learning in Civil Engineering Technology or Drafting Technology and four years of progressively responsible technical civil engineering experience, or completion of six years of progressively responsible technical civil engineering experience.  Additional course work in civil engineering is desirable.
 

Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California driver’s license is required at time of appointment.

ABOUT FREMONT

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city, and has recently generated national attention by placing 7th on the list of the Greenest Cities in America according to a 2018 Wallet Hub survey and ranking as the 3rd Best City in the Nation to raise a family, also according to a 2018 Wallet Hub Survey.  Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, green technology, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks and nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 235,439 residents. As a full service city, Fremont employs over 937 regular employees and has a General Fund budget of $205.7 million for the 2018-19 fiscal year. 

Fremont is an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, collaboration, mutual respect, and diversity.  Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly, enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.  Think Fremont!  

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The annual salary range for this position is $79,686.93 –$96,873.19.  Placement in the range will depend on experience and qualifications.  Fremont offers an attractive benefits package, which includes, but is not limited to: CalPERS retirement plan, paid holiday, medical, dental and other City paid benefits. A complete benefits summary can be found at Fremont.gov or by using this link: Benefits Summary

HOW TO JOIN OUR TEAM

To be considered for this position, apply online by submitting a completed City application, and resume at City of Fremont Jobs. (www.fremont.gov/cityjobs)

The test process for this position may include a written and/or performance exam, an individual and/or panel interview, fingerprint and reference checks.  Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process.  Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

Reasonable Accommodation: Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4660.  The City of Fremont is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Under general direction, the Program Administrator (Contracts Supervisor) plans, organizes, supervises, and coordinates the procurement by contract of professional consultant services (architectural-engineering "A/E" and non-A/E consultants) and specialized District activities, and coordinates and oversees contract administration activities.  The incumbent works on contracts that are highly complex and sensitive in nature, where substantial judgment and initiative are essential in making recommendations and resolving problems. This is a management and leadership position with oversight of a team of contract professionals. This position reports to the Manager of the Purchasing and Consultant Contracts Unit.

Closing Date for Applications: Open Until Filled

For detailed information regarding requirements and qualifications for this opening and to apply online, please see the job posting by clicking on the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/scvw

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