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Junior Engineer/Assistant Engineer/

Associate Civil Engineer

(One position available – Level upon appointment dependent upon experience/qualifications)

$6,319 - $7,681 per month (Junior Engineer)

$7,871 - $9,568 per month (Assistant Engineer)

$8,689 - $10,562 per month (Associate Civil Engineer)

Plus excellent benefits

DEADLINE:     Apply by Monday, January 3, 2022 for first consideration

The City of San Rafael is seeking a full-time Junior Engineer, Assistant Engineer or Associate Civil Engineer (one position available – level will depend upon experience/qualifications) for the San Rafael Sanitation District.  This position will perform field and office professional civil engineering work in the planning, design, technical investigation, inspection and construction of projects in wastewater collection systems.   

Placement of the individual at a particular level will be based on a combination of factors including education, years and type of experience, and designation or work in progress and the Professional Registration as a licensed civil engineer in California or Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.

Junior Engineer:  This is the entry level engineer classification.  The position requires a BS degree in Civil Engineering and does not require any formal work experience or engineering certification.

Assistant Engineer:  This is the initial licensed classification which requires EIT and two years of Junior Engineer level experience (a master’s degree shall count for one year of post degree engineering experience.   This position performs engineering work in the design, plan review, investigation, inspection and construction of wastewater collection systems, and performs related duties as assigned.  This position may oversee the work of contractors for assigned projects and may act as the lead engineer in administrative or technical support performing tasks on the same assigned projects.

Associate Civil Engineer:  This is the journey level classification which requires registration as a licensed civil engineer and four years of responsible post degree engineering experience (a master’s degree shall count for one year of post degree engineering experience).  This position performs difficult and complex engineering work and may serve as a supervisor to a small group of engineers and/or paraprofessional engineering staff.  This position calls for a high degree of initiative, technical proficiency, and judgment and is normally responsible for all phases of multiple projects or programs. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (may include but are not limited to the following).  Duties below are performed at the entry engineer level for Junior Engineer, for the Assistant Engineer the duties are performed at the mid-level engineer requiring more independence and judgment utilizing knowledge and work experience; for Associate Civil Engineer, the professional and licensed civil engineer duties are performed at the full journey level.     

• Develops Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) and participate with other department staff in the selection of consulting engineers.
• Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of plans, specifications and estimates pertaining to construction projects.
• Interprets plans and specifications.
• Makes engineering calculations, completes design drawings, makes and revises maps, charts and diagrams.
• Conducts pre-construction meetings with contractors to establish job requirements, i.e. timing, noise level, traffic impact.
• Performs field inspections of various sewer construction projects, in progress and upon completion.
• Prepares written reports on civil engineering issues/projects for the department.
• Meets with a variety of public and private officials, individually and/or in a group setting, on civil engineering matters.
• Research and make recommendations on civil engineering issues/problems.
• Performs project management on Capital Projects during the design, environmental, bidding, and construction phases of the project.
• Performs Resident Engineer duties on Capital Projects during construction.
• Performs inspection and enforcement duties to ensure compliance with applicable design standards, specifications, contracts and legal documents, codes and ordinances.
• Meets with State, Federal, and Local Districts, Agencies, consultants, and engineers to discuss project guidelines, design parameters, policies and procedures.
• Performs work in accordance with local, State, and Federal standards and regulations.
• Designs and prepares plans and specifications and cost estimates for wastewater collection system projects.  Researches project design requirements, performs calculations, prepares estimates of time and materials costs and determines sequencing and detour requirements.
• Serves as Project Engineer, including serving as design team leader, handling contract administration and providing design support for the inspector during construction.
• Review plans and maps submitted by private developers for conformity with laws, San Rafael Sanitation District Standards and Ordinances, and accepted professional standards with the goal of protecting the health, safety, and welfare community.  Performs certain administrative duties associated with private development approvals such as preparing agreements, collecting fees, and coordinating with other agencies and City departments.
• Investigates field problems affecting the public, property owners, contractors and maintenance operations; collects the necessary data or assigns the collection of data to technical personnel; develops recommendations and meets with the appropriate parties to discuss and implement recommendations.
• Provides engineering information, including District requirements related to sewer improvements, to the public and other City departments.  Arranges and participates in conferences with other engineers, developers and the general public on engineering problems.
• Assigns investigation, design and drafting tasks to subordinates, reviews completed work and assists in the developing solutions to difficult problems.
• Develops revised design and construction standards for wastewater collection facilities.
• Researches publications and industry information sources and attends conferences and continuing education courses to keep abreast of new developments in the field of wastewater engineering.
• Prepares special engineering studies and reports, including but not limited to construction diaries, progress payments, state and federal paperwork associated with permitting, staff reports and duties as assigned.
• Participates in engineering inspection and survey activities.
• Prepares written recommendations, correspondence and reports on assigned projects.
• May attend and present information at public meetings.
• Performs related duties as required.

• Knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering and surveying.
• Knowledge of basic methods and equipment used in civil engineering construction.
• Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering and surveying; and working methods and equipment used in civil engineering construction; pertinent Federal, State, and local rules, regulations and ordinances; and computer applications relating to civil engineering.
• Knowledge of modern civil engineering tools and equipment including a PC and related software, including but not limited to AutoCadd or similar drawing software.
• Ability to analyze engineering problems.
• Ability to present clear, concise written and verbal reports.
• Ability to deal effectively with other engineers, other City and agency staff, private contractors, and the general public.
• Ability to use modern civil engineering equipment including a PC and related software.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of citizens, other City and agency staff, private contractors both in oral and written format.
• Ability to analyze civil engineering problems, evaluate alternatives, and reach sound conclusions.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports, records, and correspondence.
• Ability to complete mapping and drafting assignments.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to inspect sewer construction projects.

• 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 solutions.
• 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.

Junior Engineer:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Assistant Engineer:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, AND
• EIT and two years of Junior Engineer level experience (a master’s degree shall count for one year of post degree engineering experience).

Associate Civil Engineer:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, AND
• Registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California, AND
• Four years of responsible post degree engineering experience (a master’s degree shall count for one year of post degree engineering experience).

OTHER REQUIREMENTS (for all classifications):

• Valid driver’s license.

The physical demands described here are the 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 sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and taste or smell.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must frequently 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.  Hazards are moderate, fairly predictable and protected against.

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, oral board examination, and written examination.  The passing point for the oral and/or written examination final score will be 70%.  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a background check, DMV check, pre-employment physical/drug screen, and fingerprinting.  To file an application, go to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “City of San Rafael”.  For more information on the City of San Rafael, go to www.cityofsanrafael.org.  Follow this link to submit your application:  https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20187539 

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 no later than seven (7) calendar days b

Salary: $9,398-$12,593/month

Deadline: Sunday, January 9, 2022 @ 11:59PM

The City of Mill Valley and Sewerage Agency of Southern Marin are excited to open recruitment for Chief Treatment Plant Operator. This position is opening due to a planned retirement, which means their is opportunity for overlap and the passing of the baton. The Chief Treatment Plant Operator position represents a fantastic career opportunity with a well-respected agency.

In addition to being afforded time to train on the job with the current Chief Treatment Plant Operator, the new incumbent will be joining the agency at a pivotal time as our newly renovated and upgraded systems come online. SASM operates the 3.2 MGD Dry Weather design flow WWTP utilizing Trickling Filters for secondary treatment.

The Sewerage Agency of Southern Marin (SASM) is a joint powers authority (JPA) that provides wastewater collection, treatment, water reclamation, and disposal for 30,000 Southern Marin residents. The City of Mill Valley, a member of the JPA, provides staff for SASM. Staff are hired by the City and operate under the Department of Public Works.

SASM is located along the waterfront in Mill Valley in close proximity to Highway 101, San Francisco, nature preserves, and iconic recreational areas.

Mill Valley has grown from a small mill town to the modern full-service city it is today. With a staff of almost 150 full-time employees and an annual operating budget of $41 million, the City of Mill Valley prides itself on efficient, effective and courteous service delivery with a commitment to operational excellence.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

Under general direction, the Chief Treatment Plant Operator manages and supervises the operations team, responsible for the daily operations, process adjustments, maintenance, repair, and efficient performance of the wastewater treatment plant and related facilities. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring the reliable operation of all equipment and conformance with all applicable laws, regulations, permit requirements, and agency policies.

Examples of Essential Duties (include but are not limited to):

• Plans, prioritizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews plant operations and the work of the operations team.
• Supervises the monitoring of plant processes and makes appropriate operational changes to ensure compliance with all permitting and regulatory requirements.
• Participates on the agency’s senior management team, providing critical input on staffing, contracting, budgeting, and the like.
• Acts on behalf of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Director when required.

*Please note that the Job Description attached is an updated version of our existing position that is pending final approval. It is included here as representative of the anticipated job requirements and expectations.

Salary: $6,560-$8,791/month

Deadline: Sunday, January 9 2022 @ 11:59PM

The City of Mill Valley welcomes applications for Treatment Plant Operator II.

Please be sure to fill out all applicable fields in CalOpps - do not simply say "see resume"

The Sewerage Agency of Southern Marin (SASM) is a joint powers authority (JPA) that provides wastewater collection, treatment, water reclamation, and disposal for 30,000 Southern Marin residents. The City of Mill Valley, a member of the JPA, provides staff for SASM. Staff are hired by the City and operate under the Department of Public Works. SASM operates the 3.2 MGD Dry Weather design flow WWTP utilizing Trickling Filters for secondary treatment.

SASM is located along the waterfront in Mill Valley in close proximity to Highway 101, San Francisco, nature preserves, and iconic recreational areas.

Mill Valley has grown from a small mill town to the modern full-service city it is today. With a staff of almost 150 full-time employees and an annual operating budget of $41 million, the City of Mill Valley prides itself on efficient, effective and courteous service delivery with a commitment to operational excellence.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

Under the general direction, the primary function of the Operator II is to operate and maintain the Wastewater Treatment Plant, sewage lift stations, trunk sewers, outfall, and related facilities; performs related work as assigned.

Examples of Essential Duties (include but are not limited to):

• Operate and adjust all unit operations in the treatment plant and at the lift stations to provide efficient operation within mandated operation requirements.
• Utilize SCADA (Supervisor Control and Data Acquisition) systems to monitor and control plant processes and to interpret data and reports, and apply information.
• Operates and performs preventive maintenance on a variety of treatment plant equipment, such as pumps, filters, chemical valves, digesters, bar screens and blowers, and dewatering equipment.
• Operates valves, pumps, and automated controls to regulate the flow of wastewater through the plant; operates valves to dispose of wastewater effluent.
• Collects wastewater, sludge, and other samples from various phases of the wastewater treatment process; performs basic wastewater laboratory chemical and physical tests on samples to ensure that the wastewater treatment plan is operating effectively and that regulatory requirements are being met; delivers other samples to the laboratory for testing.
• Record all plant and lift station data including power, flow, hour and dose meters, analyzer readouts, levels, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

*Please see Job Description for comprehensive list of duties/information.

OUR COMMUNITY

Located nearly halfway between the metropolitan powerhouses of San Francisco and Sacramento, Suisun City is a hidden gem of the Bay Area. Suisun City is accessible from Interstate 80 via Highway 12 and Amtrak’s Capitol Corridor commuter rail stop at the Train Depot, right to the heart of the City’s historic Waterfront District, making it a prime location for job seekers as well as homeowners. The community is a unique destination for a Bay Area day trip, an overnight getaway or even a place to work, particularly with its reverse commute for inner Bay Area residents. The Waterfront Promenade offers beautiful views and serves as an ideal setting for a myriad of outdoor activities, dining choices and lunch hour strolls.

THE POSITION: This is a limited-term position, funded by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, not to exceed two (2) years.

With a limited tax base, new development along with strong business attraction, retention and expansion programs are critical for the long-term success of the City. The Development Services Director is an integral part of our development team who serves on the executive management team, and is responsible for all program activities of the Department, including economic development, planning and housing. In addition to managing the department, this position is directly responsible for participating in and coordinating the City’s economic development efforts, including development of properties controlled by the City, Housing Authority, Successor Agency and private parties. The Director coordinates the activities of the Planning Commission, the Successor Agency to the City Redevelopment Agency and consult staff. The Director reports directly to the City Manager and provides advice and counsel regarding strategic policy and problem solving issues relating to the Department and the City overall.

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Assumes responsibility for all services and activities of the Development Services Department, including planning, economic development and housing.
• Works with the City Manager to develop and implement the City’s comprehensive economic development strategic plan to promote retention and expansion of business activity within the community consistent with goals, policies and programs within the General Plan; develops targeted marketing programs for identified business development.
• Administers the City’s various economic development programs; and conducts negotiations for the acquisition and disposition of real estate to support assigned programs.
• Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommends, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels.
• Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work plan for assigned staff and contract service providers; assigns work activities, projects, and programs; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures; directs staff support to appropriate boards and commissions; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Oversees the City’s planning functions and activities; works with planning staff and outside contractors in the development, management and implementation of complex planning and policy programs and projects, including advanced planning studies and the environmental and development review process for all private and public development activities in the City.
• Oversees and participates in development and administration of the Department’s annual budget; participates in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; implements adjustments.
• Resolves sensitive, controversial and complex planning and development related issues; resolves challenges with developers, property owners, the public, architects, engineers and planners; and serves as liaison with other City departments related to development activity.

EQUIPMENT SERVICEWORKER

SALARY:                                          $3,582 to $5,040 monthly (26 pay periods annually)

FINAL FILING DATE:                       This position is open until filled.

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 position of Equipment Serviceworker in the Public Works Department.  The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 12:30 pm –9:30 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 a variety of semi-skilled work in the servicing of gasoline, diesel, or alternative fuel automotive equipment, medium and heavy equipment, and other power-driven equipment.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from the Equipment Maintenance Supervisor and receives technical and functional supervision from a Senior Mechanic.

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

• Fuel, grease, and lubricate a variety of automotive equipment, including light trucks, passenger, police, fire, and transit vehicles and a variety of medium and heavy equipment such as backhoes, loaders, pavers, street sweepers, and refuse collection vehicles.
• Perform inspections, preventive maintenance and light repair on a variety of City automotive equipment; identify and report significant repair and maintenance problems.
• Perform brake repair and component replacement as needed; change and repair tires; install and service batteries, spark plugs, lights, fan belts and other mechanical parts; test battery and charging systems.
• Prepare and update records and files of preventive maintenance and other repair/maintenance work.
• Respond to service calls in the field and make temporary repairs as appropriate.
• Deliver and pick up parts and supplies; deliver and pick up vehicles and/or equipment to/from outside vendors; fuel vehicles/equipment.
• Road test and inspect vehicles/equipment as certified.
• Assist in general maintenance and cleaning of automotive tools and equipment and shop areas.
• May assist at the counter and stock and track inventory of parts and supplies.
• May perform minor welding and fabrication of parts.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Lubricating systems and oils, greases and attachments used in lubricating automotive and other related equipment.
• Less complex components of automotive equipment.
• Tools and procedures used in providing semi-skilled service on a variety of light and heavy vehicles and equipment.
• Basic principles and practices of record keeping.

Ability to:

• Perform a variety of semi-skilled work in the servicing of gasoline, diesel, or alternative fuel automotive equipment, medium and heavy equipment, and other power-driven equipment.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules;  intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember equipment location; and explain jobs to others.
• Intermittently, sit while studying or preparing reports; bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist when installing, repairing, and servicing equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; and lift or carry weight of 50 pounds or less.
• Learn to operate a computer as necessary to perform job duties, including diagnostic tasks.
• Learn basic principles and methods of gas and electrical welding and fabrication.
• Keep computer and manual records such as work orders, work performed, and supplies/parts purchased; prepare required reports.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Respond to field requests for vehicle repair/maintenance.
• Work regular shifts as assigned; may be assigned to call back and/or emergency schedules that include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

One year of increasingly responsible experience performing automotive service work.

AND

Training:

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, higher level degree.  Successful completion of the equivalent to one year of vocational education in the automotive, truck or heavy equipment service field may substitute for the required work experience.

License or Certificate:

Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license by date of appointment.

A valid California Class B driver’s license with passenger and airbrake endorsements must be obtained within six months of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1. Your responses to questions 2-3, 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 full-time experience do you have in the servicing of gasoline, diesel, or alternative fuel powered automobiles, light and heavy trucks, or construction equipment?

• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 Years
• 2-3 Years
• 3-4 Years
• 4+ Years

4. Describe your experience performing CHP BIT inspections.

5. Describe your experience using automotive repair software.

6. Describe your experience and ability level with tire changing machines.

7. Describe your experience inspecting and adjusting hydraulic and air brakes.

8. Describe your experience performing opacity tests.

9. Describe your experience performing inspections on aerial equipment.

10. Describe your experience with heavy duty and light duty equipment hydraulic systems and maintenance.

11. Describe your experience performing preventative maintenance and what type of vehicles/equipment it was performed on.

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.

There is currently one full-time position available.  This position is funded by the Lighting and Landscaping Districts.

Special Pay Incentives:

• Premium Pay – An additional $2/hour for all miscellaneous personnel, paid through June 30, 2023.

Community

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

The Position: Under general direction, supervises, assigns, reviews, and participates in the work of staff responsible for performing a variety of semi-skilled and skilled duties involved in the maintenance, repair, and construction of public works systems including streets, sidewalks, street lights, traffic signals, collection systems, and assessment districts; ensures work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures; and performs the more technical and complex tasks.

Essential Job Functions

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Coordinates the organization, staffing, and operational activities for assigned maintenance services including streets, collection systems, sidewalks, assessment districts and related public works facilities.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; recommends and implements resulting policies and procedures. 
• Directs, coordinates, and reviews the work plan for assigned maintenance services and activities; assigns work activities and projects; monitors workflow; reviews and evaluates work quality, methods, and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Oversees contractors working for the City involving landscaping, irrigation, planting, electrical signal light maintenance, and/or other public works maintenance contract services as needed; ensures compliance with specifications; verify completion of work and/or correction of work as needed.
• Monitors work sites and ensures adherence to safe work practices and procedures; responds to and resolves complex work issues, including equipment operating problems; performs technical and complex tasks of the work unit.
• Inspects work in progress and upon completion to assure that repairs, maintenance, and project activities are in accordance with City quality standards, regulations, policies and operating procedures and practices.
• Performs related and other duties as required.

Senior Civil Engineer

San Rafael Public Works Department

$120,744 - $146,760 Annually (DOE)

Plus excellent benefits

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Apply by Monday, August 2, 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:

Under general direction of the Assistant Public Works Director/City Engineer, the position is responsible for the City’s most complex civil engineering projects in support of the Capital Improvement Program for the City of San Rafael.  The Senior Civil Engineer will apply the broad parameters of departmental policy guidelines in order to execute the planning, design, construction, and project management of complex capital improvements; supervises the work of professional and sub-professional engineering personnel; performs professional field and office civil engineering work in connection with a variety of public work projects; and provides technical assistance to the Assistant Public Works Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed and other related duties may be assigned.

• Plans, supervises and performs professional engineering work in the design and construction of all aspects of public capital projects, including but not limited to Streets, City Owned Property and Facilities, Drainage and Traffic projects and related facilities.
• Supervises the preparation of plans, project specifications, field inspections, and other engineering work performed by staff members and consultants.
• Manages complex construction projects and consultants; and meets with public and private engineers, architects, contractors and owners to explain and discuss projects.
• Responds to inquiries or complaints from staff, the public, and provides technical information to internal and outside Agency staff, City Council and the public.
• Prepares comprehensive technical and staff reports in verbal and written form to the City Council and Department Directors.
• Coordinates engineering activities and capital projects with other divisions, departments and agencies.
• Prepares, reviews, and approves engineering drawings, plans and specifications and other legal documents for the City Engineer.
• Ensures compliance with the Public Contracts Code, Federal and State laws, local ordinances and regulations.
• Delivers federally funded transportation projects in conformance with the Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual (LAPM).
• Reviews and approves progress payments to consultants, contractors and vendors.
• May serve as a witness in court; may represent the department at public hearings and before the City Council and various commissions.
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Principles, practices and techniques of municipal civil engineering in order to manage projects from inception to completion.
• Principle, practices, methodology of employee supervision, including work planning reviewing and evaluating.
• General design and construction methods related to pump stations, streets, storm drains, buildings, parks and other public works projects.
• Understanding of Laws and codes related to civil engineering, accessibility codes, and projects related to civil engineering and traffic engineering. 
• Principles of organization, administration, budget and supervision.
• Personal computers and related engineering software including but not limited to AutoCAD design and drafting.

ABILITY TO:

• Plan, organize, supervise, review and evaluate the work of staff and effectively recommend selection of staff, disciplinary actions and other personnel matters; and train staff in work procedures.
• Analyze budgetary and staffing needs and make sound independent recommendations.
• Effectively implement new policies and procedures.
• Apply principles of logic and scientific reasoning to develop and evaluate alternative courses of action and determine appropriate solutions.
• Read, understand, and interpret complex technical and legal documents, maps technical drawings and other engineering material related to hydraulics, soil mechanics, surveying, traffic systems, and other municipal engineering related subjects.
• Effectively communicate to convey technical information and give instructions.
• Listen attentively, conduct and record clearly and concisely with technical accuracy.
• Adjusts to workload changes and work under stress to meet deadlines
• Maintains effective working relationships with all levels of representatives from governmental and private agencies, construction and consultant contractors, coworkers and the general public.
• Prepare plans, drawings, specifications, diagrams and make sketches.
• Use a PC and related engineering software.
• Evaluate and resolve engineering problems.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of the requisite knowledge, skill and abilities. A typical way to obtain these would be:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. Five (5) years of increasingly responsible post degree engineering experience managing complex construction and maintenance projects and consultants.  A master’s degree may substitute for 1 year of post degree engineering experience.

LICENSES:

• Registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California.
• Valid drivers’ license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function 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 sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in evenings or on weekends and indoor conditions and regularly works near video/computer displays. The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and taste or smell.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, 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.  The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and uses personal vehicle. 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.  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, drug screen, 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-20138169 

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. 

Employment Opportunity

The City of St. Helena has an exciting opportunity to fill a position in the Public Works Wastewater Treatment Plant.  This is a great opportunity to become part of a team of dedicated individuals that take pride in serving the local community. The City of St. Helena is seeking to fill an opening for a Chief Wastewater Plant Operator position or a Wastewater Operator III seeking an opportunity to promote to a Chief. The City will place at the Chief level based on qualifications. Additionally, the City will also establish a pool of qualified candidates to be place on a one-year eligibility list that will used to place potential future vacancies upcoming in the department. 

Distinguishing Characteristics: The Plant Operator III is the advanced journey level class responsible for the full range of treatment plant responsibilities and for the performance of the most complex and difficult assignments within the series. Incumbents in this classification provide training to less experienced staff. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Chief Utility Operator in that the latter is responsible for the overall operation and supervision of the wastewater treatment program.

The Chief Plant Operator – Wastewater Treatment is a supervisory level class within Public Works responsible for assigning and supervising the day-to-day operation, development, repair, and maintenance of the City’s wastewater treatment facilities, and incumbents are expected to perform the full scope of assigned duties. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Utilities Operations Manager in that the latter is responsible for the overall management and administration of the Utilities Division.

Examples of Duties: (include but are not limited to the following)

Operates , monitors and maintains all plant equipment and components, including but not limited to pumps, valves, gearboxes, fans, blowers, aerators, flow controls; reads and interprets meters, gauges and charts; maintains and upgrades mechanical and electrical systems.

Conducts regular on-site inspections of plant and system operations making appropriate adjustment to process controls ensuring that operational problems are identified and corrected; ensures that plants are operating within safety standards established by federal, state and local laws, ordinances and regulations.

Performs basic and skilled water and wastewater pollution control and laboratory testing and analysis; takes samples and coordinates detailed testing with outside laboratories; adheres to quality assurance programs for laboratory analysis and instrumentation; prepares and updates reports, including records and logs in compliance with state and federal mandates for reporting.

Performs maintenance and construction work as directed on the water and wastewater treatment system and related facilities; maintains plant facilities and grounds in a safe, clean and orderly condition; loads and unloads equipment and materials.

KAS (Knowledge, Ability and Skills):

See Job Description posted on the Human Resources Department website at:

https://www.cityofsthelena.org/hr/page/job-description

Employment Opportunity

The City of St. Helena has an exciting opportunity to fill a position in the Public Works Water Treatment Plant.  This is a great opportunity to become part of a team of dedicated individuals that take pride in serving the local community.

The City of St. Helena is seeking to fill two (2) openings at the Water Plant. There is one (1) Chief Water Plant Operator position and one (1) Operator III. The qualified candidates will be placed on a one-year eligibility list that will used to place potential future vacancies in Public Works which includes the following classifications: Plant Operator (Water or Wastewater), Water Distribution Operator and Maintenance Worker.