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The City of Livermore is currently conducting a recruitment to fill a full-time Legal Assistant position in the City Attorney’s Office.  The City Attorney’s Office is comprised of 9 staff members, including the City Attorney, 1 Senior Assistant City Attorney, 2 Assistant City Attorneys, a Risk Manager, a Risk Analyst, a Law Office Supervisor, a Legal Assistant, and an Administrative Specialist. 

Apply online at www.cityoflivermore.net/jobs by 5 p.m. on August 24, 2020.

The City of Livermore is currently recruiting for a Legal Assistant to provide paraprofessional and technical support to the legal and risk management divisions of the City Attorney’s Office.  General supervision is provided by the Law Office Supervisor.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• A wide variety of complex legal support tasks and other confidential duties including preparing complex court documents requiring knowledge of legal procedures, format, and terminology in accordance with federal, state, and local rules.
• Filing legal papers with the proper court and arranging for service of documents.
• Collecting and organizing voluminous documents in response to discovery and public records requests.
• Organizing documents and files in preparation for hearings and trials.
• Maintaining legal files.
• Processing tort claims.
• Providing assistance with locating references in the law library; maintaining the law library.
• Responding to internal and external inquiries in a professional, creative, and cooperative manner

The Fleet Management Division in Public Works Department is responsible for the management of the City’s fleet including the comprehensive inspection, maintenance, repair, acquisition, and disposal. The City’s vehicle and equipment fleet currently consists of over 2,700 assets. 

The Department of Public Works Fleet Management Division is recruiting to fill an  Equipment Mechanic Assistant I/II (EMA I/II) Parts position. The EMA I/II is responsible for performing inspections, communicating with other staff and customers, servicing, installation of electronic electrical equipment, ordering parts, entering data in the fleet management system, road testing and diagnosing problems to make various repairs and adjustments on automotive, heavy truck and/or heavy equipment. While working under general supervision, the EMA I/II will be expected to perform safely and follow all rules required by the City of San Jose. This position will require working various shift hours and overtime.

The following position details are the areas of experience required for employment and a general description of associated duties.

Equipment Mechanic Assistant I/II (PARTS)

Equipment Mechanic Assistant Parts position orders, receives, and issues automotive, truck, and equipment parts. Researches and identifies select parts for issue, stocks and verifies inventories, and utilizes the fleet database to manage inventories.

The salary range for this position is $49,587.20 - $66,144.20

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this classification. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

The City of Thousand Oaks has an exciting opportunity for a Fleet Services Supervisor (Fleet Services Manager) at the Municipal Service Center.  The Fleet division provides preventative maintenance and repair for the City’s 200 vehicles and 380 pieces of equipment. 

Primary responsibilities: 

• Administer City-wide vehicle & equipment maintenance and repair program, including schedules and methods for maintenance and repair  

• Coach and develop staff; evaluate performance 

• Supervise, assign, and monitor work performance and quality to ensure a high performance and customer service-oriented work environment 

• Prepare applications and filings for oversight agencies-CA Air Resources Board, and Permitting reporting 

• Prepare budgets, studies, and reports for City management, boards, commissions, and other organizations

• Administer fleet software programs and publish reports 

• Manage the City’s alternative fleet and procure fuel supplies 

• Work with other City divisions, outside agencies, and citizen groups  

• Prepare specifications and make recommendations on purchase, sale, and disposal of vehicles and equipment 

Assistant Transportation Planner
Stanislaus Council of Governments (StanCOG)
Modesto, CA
United States

Salary: 
$55,311-$74,160

Exciting Job Opportunity Available!

The Stanislaus Council of Governments (StanCOG) is seeking an ASSISTANT TRANSPORTATION PLANNER to join its team and be a part of the transportation planning process in the Stanislaus region of northern California where StanCOG serves as the federally-designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), the state-designated Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA), and the Local Transportation Authority (LTA).

The ideal candidate for this entry-level position will have a Bachelor's degree in regional, urban or transportation planning, community development, public policy or a related field from an accredited college or university, communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, be able to coordinate multiple projects and tasks efficiently, and enjoy working in a fast-paced team environment.

StanCOG offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including retirement benefits, health benefits, a flex schedule and more!

TO APPLY:  Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and completed StanCOG application (available at http://www.stancog.org/employment/) to HR@Stancog.org.

FOR MORE DETAILS on the position, please visit http://www.stancog.org/employment/

Email: 
HR@Stancog.org

Website: 
http://www.stancog.org/employment/

Associate Transportation Planner
Stanislaus Council of Governments (StanCOG)
Modesto, CA
United States

Salary: 
$64,890-$85,078

Exciting Job Opportunity Available!

The Stanislaus Council of Governments (StanCOG) is seeking an ASSOCIATE TRANSPORTATION PLANNER to join its team and be a part of the transportation planning process in the Stanislaus region of northern California where StanCOG serves as the federally-designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), the state-designated Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA), and the Local Transportation Authority (LTA).

The ideal candidate will have two or more years of transportation planning experience, a Bachelor's degree in regional, urban or transportation planning, community development, public policy or a related field from an accredited college or university, possess professional planning abilities, communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, coordinate multiple projects and tasks efficiently, and enjoy collaborating in a fast-paced team environment.

StanCOG offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including retirement benefits, health benefits, a flex schedule and more!

TO APPLY:  Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and completed StanCOG application (available at http://www.stancog.org/employment/) to HR@Stancog.org.

FOR MORE DETAILS on the position, please visit http://www.stancog.org/employment/

Email: 
HR@Stancog.org

Website: 
http://www.stancog.org/employment/

Performs semi-skilled, skilled, and administrative work in the repair and maintenance of vehicles and mechanical equipment operated by the City of San Dimas.  Responsible for preventive maintenance program, vehicle/equipment maintenance and coordination of efforts for records and fleet/inventory control management.  Manages the contracting and/or outsourcing of specific mechanical functions or operations.  Performs mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance on City of San Dimas equipment.
 

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position.

1. Develop preventative maintenance program for all City equipment.  Develop and manage outside contracts with vendors that perform mechanical work on City equipment.
2. Perform preventive maintenance and repairs according to manufacturer’s guidelines on a variety of vehicles and equipment.  City of San Dimas equipment inventory includes but is not limited to service trucks, heavy trucks, construction equipment, stationary and mobile power generation units and miscellaneous equipment. 
3. Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair all City vehicles and miscellaneous equipment.
4. Perform major repair and overhaul on tools and all types of gasoline and diesel engines, gear boxes, differentials, transmissions and hydraulic equipment.
5. Perform welding repairs and metal fabrication by using both arc, MIG (metal/inert-gas), TIG (tungsten/inert-gas), brazing, and oxyacetylene welding equipment and basic machine shop tools and equipment.
6. May be required to operate a variety of vehicles and equipment including backhoes, loaders, dump trucks, miscellaneous equipment and service trucks as needed to diagnose problems and check performance.
7. Complete and maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair activities; enter work order history, cost and parts inventory data into computerized preventative/predictive maintenance program. 
8. Coordinate purchasing and maintain inventory parts and supplies for vehicles and equipment; generate purchase orders and order new quantities and specific replacement parts as required.
9. Provide input and assist with monitoring expenses for the operating budget.
10. Participate in development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities.  
11. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; follow safety rules and guidelines.
12. Respond to emergency callouts as needed.
13. Be proficient in Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word and Outlook.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.  The employee frequently is required to stand and talk or hear; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and move materials, tools and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or new skills; work under deadlines with constant interruptions; and interact with City staff, other organizations and the public; occasionally required to deal with dissatisfied or quarrelsome individuals.

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

The employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts. This position has continuous exposure to unpleasant elements such as dust, fumes, odors, and high noise levels, or outside weather conditions when required to perform field repairs. The noise level is frequently loud, being above 85 decibels with the operation of power tools and mechanized tools in the shop bays.

SELECTION PROCESS
Interested persons who feel they meet the desirable qualifications should submit a completed City application. Not every applicant is interviewed.  Selected qualified applicants will be selected to interview. 

STATEMENT OF DISCRIMINATION
The City of San Dimas advises the public, employees and job applicants that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical handicap, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or any non-merit-based factor in admission to, treatment of or employment in its programs and activities.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), The City of San Dimas will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer).

ABOUT THE CITY
The City of San Dimas is located midway (about 27 miles) between Los Angeles and San Bernardino at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains.  Superior access to freeways offers a centralized location from which to enjoy southern California’s many excellent cultural and recreational activities.

San Dimas was incorporated in 1960 with a Council-Manager form of government.  Its citizens receive a full range of services through the combined efforts of the City’s five departments (City Manager’s Office, Administrative Services, Parks & Recreation, Public Works, and Development Services) and the contract services of Los Angeles County. 

Applications are being accepted for the position of Plant Mechanic I/II with the City of South San Francisco. 

OPEN UNTIL FILLED RECRUITMENT: Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Once it is determined that there are a sufficient number of qualified candidates who meet the minimum requirements, the next phase of the selection process will be scheduled. Please ensure timely and complete submission of employment application and supporting documents as recruitment may close at any time.

THE CITY OFFERS AN ATTRACTIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE, AS WELL AS CALPERS RETIREMENT PLAN AND SOCIAL SECURITY PARTICIPATION.

The City of South San Francisco is a General Law city with a population of 68,000 residents that grows to 110,000 during business hours. South San Francisco is strategically located on the west shore of the San Francisco Bay, in northern San Mateo County, 10 miles south of San Francisco. This City is also located along the Bay Area's main transportation routes, included 101, 280, Caltrain, BART, San Francisco Bay Ferry, and the San Francisco International Airport.

The City of South San Francisco is a full-service city with 12 City Departments including Police; Fire; Parks and Recreation; Public Works; Economic and Community Development; City Attorney; Library; Finance; Information Technology; Human Resources; City Clerk; and Office of the City Manager.  The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 460 full-time regular employees.

The City of South San Francisco proudly remains The Industrial City, a reflection of its steel mill and ship building past.  In recent years, the City has been redefined to reflect the innovative, entrepreneurial and industrious spirit, which has made South San Francisco the Biotech Capital of the World.

South San Francisco’s biotechnology cluster is the largest in the world, with roughly 45,000 life science workers, 200 biotech companies, and over 12 million square feet of office/R&D facilities – with an additional 9 million square feet of new R&D facilities in the development pipeline. 

South San Francisco enjoys a high quality of life with an extensive public parks system, active library and learning programming and a dynamic, engaged community making South San Francisco a great place to live, learn, work, and play. 

THE WATER QUALITY CONTROL PLANT:

The Water Quality Control Plant (WQCP) processes wastewater discharge for the cities of South San Francisco, San Bruno and the Town of Colma. The Water Quality Control Plant is a division of the Public Works Department staffed by 38 employees including: Plant Superintendent and Assistant Plant Superintendent of WQCP; Maintenance, Laboratory and Environment Compliance Supervisors; Senior Chemist; Chemist; Lead Plant Mechanics; Plant Mechanics; Lead Plant Operators; Plant Operators; Electricians; Senior Environmental Compliance Inspector; Environmental Compliance Inspectors, Utility Workers, and two Administrative Assistants.

THE POSITION:

Depending on the strength of eligible candidates and their fit within the Public Works Department - WQCP Division, the vacancy will be filled as a Plant Mechanic I or as a Plant Mechanic II.

Mechanic I - this class represents the entry level for the Plant Mechanic series where incumbents may be assigned increasingly responsible duties with the expectation of eventually promoting to the journey level class of Plant Mechanic II. This class is distinguished from the Plant Mechanic II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have limited or no directly related work experience.

Mechanic II - this is a journey- level within the Plant Mechanic series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Plant Mechanic I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned. Positions assigned to this class are required to have complete working knowledge of water quality control plant maintenance and are expected to carry out assigned duties and responsibilities with minimal supervision. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. 
 

THE SELECTION PROCESS:

The process will first consist of a review of application materials and responses to the supplemental questionnaire, which must be detailed and complete. A resume may be included but does not substitute for a complete application. Applications with "see resume" as a substitution for the work experience description; those with unclear past employment information; or those with insufficient information to evaluate possession of minimum qualifications will not be considered. The most highly suitable and qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the next phase of the selection process, which will consist of any or all of the following: oral panel interview, Training and Education Evaluation, written exercise, or other assessment procedure deemed appropriate.

Upon completion of this phase, an eligible list will be established which will be used for the appointment to the position. Possession of minimal qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the selection process and placement on the eligible employment list. Top scoring candidates will be invited to the next phase of the selection process which will consist of any or all of the following: a departmental interview and written/performance exercise. All applicants will be notified by email as to whether or not they are invited to participate further in the selection process.

Appeals concerning administration of an examination must be submitted in writing within 2-business days from the date the event occurred.  

Note: The City of South San Francisco reserves the right, at its discretion, to limit the number of qualified candidates invited to the selection process. Admission to the examination process may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications on the application and resume, in addition to an assessment of supplemental questionnaire responses. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admission to the examination.

To review complete job descriptions which include all special requirements, please go to www.ssf.net

POSITION:                 SUPERINTENDENT, BUS SAFETY & TRAINING (PS101469)

This position is on-call 24/7 and is located at the Bus Transit, San Rafael Office.

SALARY RANGE:           $117,728.00 - $142,292.80 annually plus excellent benefits

Employee pays 7% of salary/wage toward CalPERS retirement plan

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Superintendent of Bus Safety & Training is primarily responsible for the supervision of Transportation Supervisors, and Safety and Training staff. It also has the shared responsibility of managing Bus Operators.

This position will have the responsibility and accountability for investigating collisions, incidents and passenger complaints related to safety and issuing discipline. This will be the staff liaison position with  the Third Party Administrator. This position will also be responsible for the development of the Bus Operator Safety Program activities, enforce safety policies, monitor newly hired bus operators, and observe overall bus operator performance regarding safety incidents, compliance with safety operations, and general operating functions such as farebox, radio and head sign use. Will identify training needs based on operations trends. Will conduct first level hearings related to collisions and safety incidents as well as oversee all retraining for returning operators or those needing refresher training due to performance issues.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Transportation or a related field. Additional recent position-related experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis in lieu of education. Applicants who do not possess a degree must attach a statement supporting additional recent position related experience.
• Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience in transit management is preferred.
• Five-years of full-time experience in safety and training, collision investigation, causation analysis, data analyzation, training programs, and DMV requirements, labor relations, and contract interpretation.

• Familiar with dispatch and street operations in a public transit agency.
• Familiar with Public Transit Agency Safety Plan (PTASP) and Safety Management System (SMS).
• Transportation Safety Institute (TSI) Train the Trainer certification is preferred.

LICENSE(S):

• Must possess and maintain a current, valid California Commercial Class B driver's license with air brakes and passenger endorsements. If not currently a commercial license holder, the successful applicant must obtain at a minimum a California Commercial Class B driver's license with air brakes and passenger endorsements within the 6 month probationary period.
• Must have a satisfactory driving record as defined by: No DUIs and reckless driving infractions within the last 7 years; No more than 2 moving violations within the last 3 years; and Operates District vehicles on a regular basis.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the supervision and management of field supervision staff, and safety and training staff. This position also has a shared responsibility of supervising bus operators.
• Responsible for monitoring and managing the Public Transportation Agency Safety (PTASP) requirements as required by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA).
• Maintains a safety program for passengers and employees.
• Establishes department goals and objectives and ensures that key staff are cross-trained.
• Works closely with the Bus and Maintenance Departments to develop a training curriculum to address fleet safety issues.
• Develops and maintains safety awards and incentives program.
• Responsible for continued modernization of recordkeeping methods and training materials.
• Manages projects and/or provides oversight regarding on-board equipment, operating equipment (coaches), and training.
• Acts as District hearing officer for collision and operations grievance hearings.
• Acts as the District representative at hearings and/or arbitrations.
• Reviews customer service comments for trends and areas of retraining needs.
• Responsible for technical writing of policies, procedures, manuals, and training materials.
• Authors safety bulletins and monthly safety newsletter.
• Co-chairs the joint management/labor safety committee with union designee.
• Develops training and development plans for internal staff.
• Attends quarterly Training Instructor meetings.
• Develops and implements the annual Verification of Transit Training (VTT) curriculum.
• Maintains records in organized fashion and performs quarterly audits to ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations.
• Monitors Bus Operators Hours of Service (HOS) for compliance with State and Federal regulations.
• Develops emergency preparedness policies and procedures and materials and conducts staff training on these materials and prepares annual drill to test practical application of policies and procedures.
• Maintains monthly statistics and reports them on the proper form to proper District personnel for submission to FTA, NTD or other authority.

• Acts as District representative for CHP terminal inspection, DMV or other operational regulatory inspections.
• Responsible for onboard video surveillance equipment by conducting video reviews for collision investigation and to aid in resolving customer complaints.
• Analyzes safety trends and develop statistical reports outlining these trends, as well as develops policies, procedures and methods to reduce these trends.
• Maintains training manual for new hire bus operators.
• Acts as Bus Division representative to the Advisory Committee on Accessibility (ACA).
• Works with the Planning department and other officials on bus stop design and safety considerations.
• Manages the District Bus Operator Mentor program.
• Coordinates Bus Roadeo and other events and programs that promote a culture of safety.
• Keeps abreast and makes recommendations in areas related to best practices and new developments in the field of training and adult learning strategies.
• Conducts regular audits of safety and training records, makes recommendations on findings and conducts follow up as necessary.
• Performs all job duties and responsibilities in a safe and professional manner to protect oneself, fellow employees and the public from injury or harm by promoting safety awareness and following safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Regular and reliable attendance and performance is required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Collision investigation practices and procedures.
• FTA safety regulations, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) statutes, California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 13, and the California Vehicle Code (CVC) and any other law, regulation or rule related to the operation of public passenger carrying vehicles.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access).
• Transportation scheduling software (preferably Hastus), video security systems, and various computer programs and technology that are regularly used in the management of transit operations.

Ability to:

• Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills.
• Perform collision analysis and develop specific corrective and preventive procedures.
• Prepare clear, complete and concise operational and statistical reports, correspondence, operating bulletins and memos.
• Effectively operate a personal computer using MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint software and learn other software programs as required.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

24-hour on-call position which requires ability to work beyond standard office hours to attend evening and weekend meetings, meet with employees working swing and graveyard shifts and respond to emergencies. Designated District Emergency Services Worker. Will be required to work as an Operations member of the District’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) or in the field as necessary during natural or man-made disasters. Ability to communicate in person and over the telephone. Ability to read printed materials and a computer screen. Routine use of computer, telephone and other office equipment. Ability to travel to District facilities.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

TO APPLY: www.goldengate.org/jobs

Applicants must apply online by the deadline date. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

The District’s Human Resources Kiosk is available for filling out and submitting your online application and employment documents. The HR kiosk is located at the San Rafael Office. For directions and general information, visit our website www.goldengate.org.

The District’s primary and official means of application notification is via EMAIL. Thus, applicants are advised to check their email for their application status updates.

THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENT(S) MUST BE SUBMITTED AT TIME OF APPLICATION:

1. GGBHT Online Employment Application

2. Resume (Scan and attach as PDF to your online application)

3. A statement supporting additional recent position related experience should be submitted for those applicants who do not possess a degree (Scan and attach as PDF to your online application).

4. DMV K4 Print-out which can only be requested from any DMV office (Scan and attach as PDF to your online application). This report provides your 3-year driving record. Please see below for additional instructions on this requirement:
   • For external applicants: The applicant’s submitted DMV K4 Printout should be dated within 30 days from the date of the job posting. A complete report has the word *END* in capital letters at the end of the report. Your official driving report can only be secured from any DMV office.

• • For internal applicants (District Employees) who are part of the Pull Notice Program, the Human Resources Department will request the applicant’s DMV report upon receipt of the applicant’s online application.

THE SELECTION PROCESS FOR THIS POSITION will include:

• • Assessment of education, training, and experience
  • Oral Panel Interview
  • Department interview for final candidates  
  • Medical Examination, post offer of “conditional employment” (this includes a drug screen and physical abilities examination)
  • Background, Employment and Security Investigation

* Positions in this classification are "Safety Sensitive" and will be required to undergo Drug and Alcohol testing prior to employment and will be subject to further random urine and breath alcohol testing throughout the period of employment

**The District will invite ONLY those candidates whose qualifications MOST CLOSELY MATCH the position requirements to continue in the selection process.  

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District provides equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons based on merit and other job-related factors without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical and mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions) gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation and any other status protected by state or federal law.

Applicants with Disabilities: The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts to accommodate applicants with disabilities to complete the Employment Application and in any job-related examination process. Please contact Human Resources at (415) 257-4535 to request assistance with an Employment Application. To request a job-related examination process accommodation, please submit your request to Human Resources with sufficient time to allow the District to consider the reasonableness of the request.

Revised 3/24/2020 MP

BUS OPERATOR, FULL-TIME (PS101326)

Position is represented by the ATU Local Division #1575

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, operates a variety of transit vehicles to transport passengers along specific, assigned routes according to the District's requirements. Provide service in a safe, courteous and reliable manner. Responsible for written reports and other information as required. Upon completion of the Golden Gate Transit Training Program, the employee operates regularly scheduled assignments. All runs will originate in either Santa Rosa, Novato or San Rafael.

SALARY RANGE:   $24.48 per hour - During training

Golden Gate Bridge, Highway & Transportation District’s Bus Operator Training Program runs approximately twelve (12) weeks, Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., which includes a 60-minute unpaid lunch period. There will also be three (3) nights of night driving scheduled from 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Upon successful completion of training: $25.92 per hour, plus benefits - for the first six (6) months of service

$27.36 per hour, plus benefits - for the second six (6) months of service

$28.80 per hour, plus benefits - thereafter

APPLICATION SCREENING DATES:

Review Date/s

Class Estimated to Start

1st Class: October 1, 2019

March 19, 2020

2nd Class: March 9, 2020

June 2020

3rd Class: July 1, 2020

October 2020

Next Class: October 1,

2020

To be announced

***Applications received on or after the review date will be processed on the next review date.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• No experience is necessary.
• Must be a licensed driver for at least seven (7) years prior to the date of this posting.
• Satisfactory Driving Record (See pages 2 & 4 for detailed requirements).
• Must pass the Student Bus Driver Training program and Probationary period.

For the APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS, please go

to page four (4).

For EMPLOYEE BENEFITS, please go to page three (3). For JOB DESCRIPTION, please go to page two (2).

For the SELECTION PROCESS, please go to page five (5).

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Transports passengers along assigned routes, making designated stops as required or requested.
• Uses the fare box to accurately collect fares, issues transfers and gives general information.
• Completes reports on patron count, non-scheduled mileage, vehicular deficiencies, fare box, accidents and other reports as required.
• Operates automatic lift on buses and assists passengers in wheelchairs, those using crutches or walkers, or who have speech or mental difficulty.
• Ensures that Driver’s license and all other documents required of a commercial licensee are maintained and are current and valid.
• Knows and follows the safety and health rules and safe working practices applicable to his or her job.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with District employees, customers, vendors and all others contacted during the course of work using principles of excellent customer service.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned.
• Regular and reliable attendance and performance are required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of: District policies and labor agreement (MOU) provisions. Occupational health and safety rules and working practices applicable to this position.

Skills or Ability to: Read, write and speak English and perform basic mathematical procedures. Safely and smoothly operate coaches. Follow instructions and work independently. Effectively communicate and be able to work with a diverse public in a courteous, calm and professional manner under all circumstances. Respond quickly, accurately and pleasantly to customer needs. Speak distinctly, clearly, and professionally. Work during the week and evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to successfully pass the District’s pre-employment drug and physical tests and acquire at least a six (6) month medical clearance. The District’s pre-employment tests include the DMV physical, functional performance physical and FTA DOT drug screen.

REQUIRED LICENSE:

• Must possess and maintain a current, valid California driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
  • Must be a licensed driver for at least 7 years prior to the date of posting.
  • No more than 1 moving violation and no "at fault" accidents within the last 3 years.
  • No reckless driving and DUI within the last 7 years.
  • No license suspension, revocation or probation for a period of 3 years prior to the date of this posting.
  • No Failures to Appear or Failures to Pay on DMV printout at the time of submission.
  • Other violations, citations, and/or accidents will be reviewed on a case by case basis and may be cause for non-selection.
  • Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver License (CDL) is part of the completion of the Student Bus Driver Training program.

BENEFITS:

• Ten (10) paid Legal Holidays:

• New Years Day
• Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday
• Cesar Chavez Birthday
• President’s Birthday
• Memorial Day
• Fourth of July
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving
• Day after Thanksgiving
• Christmas Day
• District-paid benefits for the employee:
• Health care (choice of one): either Blue Shield (HMO only for the first 2 years of employment) or Kaiser
• Prescription Drug
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance of $20,000 (on employee)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Deferred Compensation Program (optional)
• Membership in a Credit Union (optional)

• Pension

• Pension: The pension contribution amounts are subject to determination based on currently pending legislative decisions

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

TO APPLY: www.goldengate.org/jobs

Applicants must apply online by the deadline date. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

The District’s Human Resources Kiosk is available for filling out and submitting your online application and employment documents. The HR kiosk is located at the San Rafael Office. For directions and general information, visit our website www.goldengate.org.

All notices related to District recruitments for which you apply will be sent via email. Please ensure the email address you provide on your application is correct, and add ‘@goldengate.org’ as an accepted address to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use to ensure receipt of notification from the District regarding your recruitment application. The District is not responsible for notices that are not read, received, or accessed by any applicant for any District recruitment.

THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENT(S) MUST BE SUBMITTED AT TIME OF APPLICATION:

• GGBHT Online Employment Application
• DMV Report K4 printout (Scan and attach as PDF to your Online Employment Application) Applicants with DMV printouts older than 30 days will be eliminated (NOTE: You will be required to provide your original DMV K4 print-out if you are invited to the next step of the process). The printout should reflect a pattern of safe, responsible vehicle operation, and demonstrate a clean driving record which would include the following:
  1. NO Reckless Driving CVC 23103 through 23109 (reckless driving), or Driving Under the Influence CVC 23152 – 23153 (driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs). Any DUI or Reckless Driving violation on your DMV printout within the last seven (7) years is an automatic disqualification.
  2. NO more than 1 moving violation and no "at fault" accidents within the last 3 years. NO license suspension, revocation or probation for a period of 3 years prior to the date of this posting.
  3. NO convictions of California State Vehicle Code 20001 (leaving the scene of an accident involving bodily injury or death).
  4. NO Failures to Appear or Failures to Pay on DMV printout at the time of submission.
  5. Any accidents on DMV printout must be accompanied by an insurance or police report verifying that you were not at-fault.

o If accident occurred while driving for an employer a company report is also required.

1. 6. Other violations, citations, and/or accidents will be reviewed on a case by case basis and may be cause for non-selection.

NOTE: ONLY DMV K4 reports will be accepted. A DMV K4 printout report (10 year driving record) MUST come from any DMV office. A complete DMV K4 report has the word ***END*** in capital letters at the end of the report. K4 reports that state: Unable to Print Entire Record will not be accepted. Request that the DMV provides you with a complete DMV K4 report with the final page that states ***END***

THE SELECTION PROCESS FOR THIS POSITION WILL INCLUDE:

There are six steps in the selection process. You must pass each step to move on to the next step. The steps consist of the following:

1. 1. 1. Successful completion of application screening process
      2. Video Examination and Written Examination
      3. Panel Interview
      4. Medical Examination, post offer of "conditional employment" (includes DOT medical and physical guideline requirements, a drug screen and physical abilities examination)
      5. Criminal Investigation
      6. Ten (10) year history conducted on Employment Background

*This position is classified as U.S. Department of Transportation - Federal Transit Administration “Safety Sensitive.” Under DOT FTA regulations, employees in “Safety Sensitive” positions are subject to pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, random and return-to-duty drug and/or alcohol testing.

**The District will invite only those candidates whose qualifications most closely match the position requirements to continue in the selection process.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District provides equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons based on merit and other job-related factors without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical and mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions) gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation and any other status protected by state or federal law.

Applicants with Disabilities: The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts to accommodate applicants with disabilities to complete the Employment Application and in any job-related examination process. Please contact Human Resources at (415) 257-4535 to request assistance with an Employment Application. To request a job- related examination process accommodation, please submit your request to Human Resources with sufficient time to allow the District to consider the reasonableness of the request.

Revised 02/25/2020 MP