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The Department is recruiting to fill multiple Associate Construction Inspector vacancies in the Engineering Services Division. These vacancies are assigned to the Construction Management Services and Materials Testing Laboratory sections.

The Associate Construction Inspectors assigned to the Construction Management Services-Capital Program section are responsible for technical inspection services to ensure compliance with City and State Standards and Specifications. Typical duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Inspects methods and materials used in the construction of streets, alleys, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, storm drains, catch basins, driveways, approaches, culverts, sewers, and landscaping for compliance with plans; reviews and interprets construction plans and specifications.
• Inspects actual field construction from rough grading to finished paving of streets, including installation of storm and sanitary sewer systems, concrete structures, utility installations, street lights, and traffic signal systems.
• Schedules final inspections and recommends acceptance of projects.
• Determines the acceptability of materials, especially when there is a question of inferior quality, including researching and reviewing records, logs, and data of various kinds.
• Ensures conformance to OSHA safety regulations, including shoring of trenches, proper use of equipment and machines, and adequate public traffic control.
• Employees may be required to lift test equipment, tools and construction materials with the use of proper equipment. 

The Associate Construction Inspector assigned to the Materials Testing Lab (MTL) is responsible coordinating, supervising, and performing materials sampling and testing of various construction materials to ensure compliance with City and State Standards and Specifications. Under the supervision of a Senior Construction Engineer or Associate Civil Engineer, this candidate will perform the key responsibilities listed below. Typical duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Performs complex materials sampling or testing conforming to stringent test procedures established by ASTM, CALTRANS or AASHTO.
• Performs field compaction tests on native soil, base rock, treated bases, and asphalt pavements using nuclear gauges.
• Samples Hot Mix Asphalt and the asphalt plant or at the job site and transports to lab for testing.
• Fabricates concrete test cylinders (or beams) at the job site and carefully transports to lab for moisture curing.
• Monitors and tests placement of Lime and Cement Treated bases at the job site.
• Schedules and assigns field testing, sampling and inspection tasks using Laboratory Management System database.
• Completes and reviews material test reports for completeness and accuracy prior to supervisors review.
• Participates in AASHTO Materials Reference Laboratory (AMRL) and Concrete Cement Reference Laboratory (CCRL) Proficiency Sample Programs.
• Review plans and specifications to determine proper testing requirements and standards.
• Plan, assign, and supervise the work performed by, Engineering Technicians, Student Interns, Trainees and other assigned personnel.
• Employees may be exposed to chemicals, moving vehicular traffic, and may be required to lift test equipment, tools and construction materials with the use of proper equipment.

The Associate Construction Inspector assigned to the Construction Management Services-Development Services inspection group are responsible for technical inspection services to ensure compliance with City and State Standards and Specifications. Typical duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Inspects methods and materials used in the construction of streets, alleys, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, storm drains, catch basins, driveways, approaches, culverts, sewers, Storm Drain Treatment Control Measures (TCM'S) and landscaping for compliance with plans; reviews and interprets construction plans and specifications.
• Inspects actual field construction from rough grading to finished paving of streets, including installation of storm and sanitary sewer systems, concrete structures, utility installations, street lights, and signal systems.
• Schedules final inspections and recommends acceptance of projects.
• Determines the acceptability of materials, especially when there is a question of inferior quality, including researching and reviewing records, logs, and data of various kinds.
• Ensures conformance to OSHA safety regulations, including shoring of trenches, proper use of equipment and machines, and adequate public traffic control.
• Employees may be required to lift test equipment, tools and construction materials with the use of proper equipment.

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

The Community Energy department is seeking to fill one (1) Division Manager position to lead the department's Budget and Financial Planning team. This position will supervise one Program Manager, one Senior Analyst, and one Senior Account Clerk, and will report to the Director of Community Energy.

The position is responsible for managing all of the financial actions for the department. Duties include: tracking cash flow and financial planning, as well as analyzing the department's financial strengths and weaknesses and proposing corrective action, when needed.

The ideal candidate will have a solid background in financial analysis and planning, fiscal management, and/or financial modeling. This is a fast-paced position, requiring an individual who can "hit the ground running" in order to manage the following key areas:

• Financial Planning:
  • Working with the Director and other City departments to develop financial policies, reserve targets, and manage all aspects of the department's financial functions;
  • Overseeing modeling and software analytics (e.g. Excel modeling, SQL skills, database programming);
  • Proposing corrective actions to ensure the department is financially stable;
  • Technical analysis of programs and policies that affect SJCE operations.

• Budget Management:
  • Developing, reconciling, and overseeing the annual budget process;
  • Assisting other managers and team members with forecasting budget needs and tracking costs;
  • Tracking costs and variances related to the approved budget and long-term forecasts;
  • Overseeing cost-benefit analysis and funding for various department initiatives;

• Fiscal Operations:
  • Overseeing accounts payable and receivable, the year-end accrual process, and payroll;
  • Overseeing all financial reporting, including quarterly and annual financial reports;
  • Overseeing staff and consultants on projects related to rates and financial analysis;

• Financial Modeling:
  • Performing scenario analysis, as it relates to the department's pro forma;
  • Overseeing electric rate setting, forecasting, and analysis based on the department's cost and utility benchmarks;

• Strategic Analytic Support:
  • Working closely with the City's Finance and Budget department's to ensure that the Community Energy department is in compliance with City policies and practices.

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.

Salary Information

The current salary range for Division Manager is: $106,318.114 - $162,386.659

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate's qualifications and experience.

Competencies

The following competencies are needed at entry into the job in order to perform the essential duties:

• Job Expertise – demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
• Leadership - leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, encourages and rewards risk-taking, allowing others to learn from mistakes; identifies a clear, motivating, challenging vision, and direction; builds architecture to implement that vision and direction and empowers and enables organizational members to carry out and implement that vision.
• Management - evaluates priorities to ensure the 'true' top priorities are handled satisfactorily; sets clear goals for the employees and the work unit; understands the relationship of the budget and resources to the strategic plan; complies with administrative controls over funds, contracts, and procurements; ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives.
• Decision Making - identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.
• Partnering/Networking - in taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization; develops networks and builds alliances; participates in cross-functional activities to achieve organizational objectives; achieves positive outcomes by identifying common interests, clarifying differences, and achieving consensus or compromise.
• Innovation - stays abreast of government, business, industry, and market information that may reveal opportunities for innovative services; actively seeks out and identifies opportunities to develop and offer new services within or outside the organization; exhibits creativity and innovation when contributing to organizational and individual objectives; seeks out opportunities to improve, streamline, reinvent work processes.
• Communication Skills - communicates and listens effectively and responds in a timely, effective, positive and respectful manner; written reports and correspondence are accurate, complete, current; well-organized, legible, concise, neat, and in proper grammatical form.

The City of Lincoln is hiring for the position of Senior Account Clerk within the Finance and Administrative Services Department.  This position will serve as a backup to the department's payroll and accounts payable functions.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Senior Account Clerk is the advanced journey level class in the Account Clerk series. Incumbents are distinguished form other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, by the amount of time spent performing duties and the level of technical duties.

Due to the confidential nature of the duties performed, the incumbent selected for this position will be required to sign a non-disclosure agreement upon appointment.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED

The Senior Account Clerk receives general supervision from the department's Accounting Manager and may exercise functional and technical supervision over Account Clerks.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Prepares and supervises the maintenance of a wide variety of complex financial records and information; utilizes and supervises the automated financial systems and a variety of word processing and spreadsheet programs to enter, store and retrieve information; researches and gathers information from a variety of sources for the completion of forms or preparation of reports; provides information in person and over the phone to the public, other governmental agencies and city staff requiring the use of judgment and the interpretation of a variety of policies, rules and procedures.
• Maintains and supervises accounting records, reconciles transactions, processes, enters, and verifies numerical or financial data related to area of assignment and supervises those responsible for the full range of Account Clerk duties.
• Directs accounting personnel in performing a wide variety of technical accounting duties in the preparation, maintenance and processing of accounting records and financial transactions including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable.
• Prepares and supervises the preparation of periodic and special reports as required, performs special projects and studies; collects and compiles statistical and financial data for special reports.
• Establishes and helps to assure positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

This position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in data entry and preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires both near and far vision in reading written reports and work related documents. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 25 pounds is also required.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS

The following are a representative sample of the KAS’s necessary to perform essential duties of the position. 

Knowledge of: Principles and practices of financial record keeping, bookkeeping and governmental and fund accounting; basic principles and practices of account payables and receivables; standard business arithmetic as applied to accounting technical support; methods and techniques of cash management; data entry, data base access and standard report generation; public relations techniques and procedures; basic principles of mathematics; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations; methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; standard office procedures, practices and equipment; modern office equipment including a computer and applicable software; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing; proper English, spelling and grammar; occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Ability to: Prepare, maintain and reconcile various complex financial, accounting, billing and statistical records; make arithmetic and statistical calculations quickly and accurately; implement, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations; read, interpret and record data accurately; organize, prioritize and follow-up on work assignments; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; analyze a complex issue, and develop and implement an appropriate response; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Skill to: Operate standard office equipment including a computer and variety of word processing and software applications; operate automated billing and financial systems.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

The process may include an in-basket exercise, individual interviews, panel interviews and/or other related components.  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 the process. The candidate selected for the position will be required to complete a background check including reference checks, fingerprint check, medical/drug-test evaluation and/or other related components.

Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities.  Please advise HR of any special needs a minimum of five days in advance of the selection process exam by calling (916) 434-3229. The City of Lincoln is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

BUILDING INSPECTOR I/II

Building, Life, & Environmental Safety (BLES) Division

Inspector I:  $6,584.25 - $8,222.92 monthly, plus excellent benefits

Inspector II: $6,920.17 - $8,642.42 monthly, plus excellent benefits

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: 

Monday, August 19, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The City of Gilroy is currently recruiting for two (2) full-time Building Inspector I/II positions, to be filled at either level. The goal for the Community Development Department Building, Life & Environmental Safety (BLES) Division is to provide comprehensive plan check and building inspection services in accordance with local, state, and federal statutes to ensure compliance in construction with approved building codes as a measure of ensuring the life safety of buildings, and people.   

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under direct supervision of the Building Official, inspect buildings being constructed, altered and/or repaired to determine compliance with building and zoning laws and ordinances; inspect structures, electrical, mechanical and plumbing installations in commercial/industrial buildings and residences for compliance with applicable codes and standards.

FREMONT - A CITY ON THE MOVE!

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 3rd Best City in the Nation  to raise a family, according to another 2018 survey by Wallet Hub. 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 235,000 residents.   As a full service City, Fremont employs over 937 regular employees and has a General Fund budget of $205 million.  

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.   

THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT

The Finance Department mission is to assist the City Council, City Manager, and operating departments in prudently managing financial resources and assets by providing accurate information and high-quality business and financial planning and management advisory services, including budgeting, debt management, accounting, purchasing, revenue collection and management, and payables processing.

THE POSITION

As a member of the Finance Department’s management team, the Finance Operations Manager will be responsible for planning, organizing and directing the City Accounting and Financial Reporting function.  The incumbent must have the ability and flexibility to apply their skills to manage the Finance Accounting Division, resolve disputes, work with difficult external customers, and build strong working relationships with internal departments.  The successful candidate will also ensure that the Accounting Division is compliant with all relevant legislative, regulatory, and judicial mandates, regulations and professional standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and supervise Accounting Division staff, including:
- Staff recruitment, training and development
- Develop policies and procedures
- Assign and schedule work
- Establish work priorities
- Evaluate performance and provide recognition

Oversee all Accounting Division activities and work products, including:
- Chart of accounts, general ledger, subsidiary ledgers and other accounting records
- System of internal controls
- Daily, monthly, and annual accounting operations
- Comprehensive annual financial report and special purpose financial reports
- Budget development, implementation, and monitoring (in coordination with Budget Division staff)

Provide professional recommendations on difficult or unusual accounting and reporting issues.

Research and direct development, implementation, integration, and enhancement of automated financial information systems.

Assist in development of the Finance Department’s budget, goals and objectives.

Direct and/or participate in special Finance Department projects.

Represent the Finance Department on city-wide special project teams.

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The Public Works Department is looking to fill two (2) Air Conditioning Mechanic vacancies. The Air Conditioning Mechanic position is responsible for performing HVAC duties at more than 200 civic building sites across San Jose. The position will be responsible for performing the operational support, adjustment, troubleshooting, repair and preventative maintenance of heating, ventilating, air conditioning systems and auxiliary equipment.

This position will require controls experience, mechanical equipment experience, and water treatment experience.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Inspecting, repairing, performing preventative maintenance and routine testing of heating, cooling, air-conditioning, ventilating equipment and controls; and chiller and low pressure boiler maintenance.   
• Operating, diagnosing, and programming HVAC equipment and systems via computer controlled LON/BACKNET Energy Management Controls, such as Schneider Electric, Alerton, Johnson Metasys.
• Servicing DX refrigerant and hydronic chilled/hot water distribution piping systems and components and HVAC units for commercial facilities.
• Repairing/replacing actuators, valves, compressors, controls, etc. in a refrigerant or hydronic piping system or HVAC unit.
• Using safe job practices, including wearing the proper PPE and making the job area safe before proceeding to work.
• Conducting chemical tests on water and determining potential issues and causes of HVAC piping and connected components.
• Maintains cooling towers and sump basins as well as filtration systems.
• Responds to calls for emergency repair service.
• Maintains operating logs and related records.
• Replaces sub-assembly units; inspects safety cut controls.
• Performs other related work as required.  

Incumbents are expected to work independently and exercise judgment and initiative. Incumbents should possess ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 50 pounds, or heavier weights, in all cases with the use of proper equipment.

Selected candidate will need to successfully complete a background check.

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

Calling all Risk Management professionals- The City of Glendora has a unique opportunity for a data driven, risk mitigating individual to supervise and oversee the City’s Risk Management programs. Working with all levels of City staff, the incumbent will utilize forward thinking strategies to modernize and centralize Risk Management functions including; City liability, general insurance and safety. If you have experience in principles and practices of risk management and are willing to take on new challenges we invite your application. Outstanding communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with staff teams and outside third party administrators is a MUST! Associate in Risk Management (ARM) certification highly desirable.

Under general direction, supervises, plans, organizes, and coordinates a comprehensive risk management program with the objective of conserving City resources and assets against the effects of loss; forms collaborative partnerships with City departments to proactively anticipate risk/safety concerns while being responsive as issues arise; prepares various risk assessments and claims analysis in coordination with third party administrators (TPA); provides highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Finance Director/City Treasurer; performs related duties as required.

Some of the typical duties of the Finance/Risk Supervisor include but are not limited to, the following:

• Coordinates the organization and operational activities for City’s Risk Management program.

• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for Risk Management; identifies resource needs; recommends and implements policies and procedures.

• Monitors and manages the City’s general insurance program; reviews insurance language in contracts for City staff; oversees renewal of policies; coordinates acquisition of certificates of insurance; responds to questions form City staff and interacts with City’s joint powers authority.

• Identifies potentially difficult or complex claims by working with TPA to collect and evaluate data; define and select alternatives and/or initiate actions to implement solutions.

• Assist City departments in completing claim investigations; works with employees in the field to identify unsafe conditions or practices and recommend solutions.

• Works to continuously improve the safety of City facilities by surveying City facilities; programs and operations to identify potential liabilities and evaluate related insurable risks.

• Assists in establishing loss prevention programs and procedures including restitution; reports unsafe conditions and assists City staff in taking corrective actions.

• Review contractor’s and special event requests certificate(s) of liability insurance on behalf of applicable City departments for compliance with City requirements; may secure special event insurance for City sponsored events.

• Performs risk assessments and process evaluations for the purpose of streamlining and improving processes.

• Prepares reports, statistical data, correspondence, policies and manuals related to risk management programs; maintains records.

• Prepares, oversees, and administers budget of internal service funds for worker’s compensation and general liability.

• Conducts and prepares various complex analyses, studies and reports; presents staff reports of findings and recommendations as to appropriate action; compiles information and prepares manuals, documents, resolutions, publications or other necessary correspondence relating to administrative, fiscal or operational issues.

• Analyzes new and proposed legislation, industry trends and claim costs; recommends changes in operations and procedures to reduce risk.

• Monitors, analyzes trends, and recommends strategies for the workers’ compensation program in collaboration with the Human Resources Department.

• In coordination with other City department’s plans and/or conducts safety training; actively participates in the City’s Safety Committee.

• May supervise and direct the work activities of others involved in related activity and review work for accuracy.

• Participates and contributes to other assignments as needed within the Finance Department.

For a complete job description, applicants may go to the City’s website at cityofglendora.org  or contact the Human Resources Department.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

Education  and/or  Experience:  Any  combination  of  education  and  experience  that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be a Bachelor's degree or equivalent with major coursework in public or business administration, financial management, risk management, insurance or a related field; five years of increasingly responsible experience in mitigating risk, preferably in local government, financial management and budgeting, including some supervisory experience. Associate in Risk Management (ARM) certification highly desirable.

Knowledge and Skill Levels: Principles and practices of risk management and asset protection programs; laws of contracts relating to risk management and asset program protection, statistical and financial analysis; data collection techniques. Principles of municipal administration and budget. Methods and techniques of loss control and self-insurance programs; claims administration. Proven training methods and techniques. Procurement process for insurance policies.

Selection Process:

All applications will be reviewed and evaluated.  Those candidates who are determined to be best qualified based upon the information presented on the application materials will be invited to continue in the selection process which may include a qualifying written or performance evaluation and will include an interview weighted 100%.

CLOSING DATE: JULY 31, 2019 at 4:00 PM

INTERVIEWS:  TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR AUGUST 7, 2019

A completed online employment application is required and must be submitted at www.calopps.org. Incomplete, late, emailed, faxed, and hard copy applications are not accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required employment application available at CalOpps. Certificates, resumes, and cover letters must be uploaded with your application on the CalOpps website.  The City of Glendora is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  The City does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, marital status, medical condition or disability.  Please notify the Human Resources Department in advance if you require special accommodations to participate in any phase of the selection process.

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

     The Finance Department is recruiting for one Financial Analyst in the debt management team.  The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.  In addition to the starting salary, employees in this Financial Analyst classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. 

     Under general supervision from the City’s Debt Administrator, this position is expected to perform complex financial analyses and manage complex financial processes and operations relating to the administration of the City’s debt program.  This position will be a key player in the City’s debt management program.  Some of the duties of this position may include:

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          + Performs professional level functions associated with the management, monitoring, and administration of the City-wide Debt Program.

          + Effectively collaborate with City accounting and investment staff in the management of the City’s debt portfolio.

          + Actively engaged in the issuance of debt across a broad range of credits including general obligation, lease revenue, airport, wastewater, sewer, land-based (assessment districts/community facilities districts) and multi-family housing revenue with a variety of tools including fixed rate bonds, variable rate bonds, commercial paper, bank loans, private placements and notes. 

          + Coordinate and work effectively in the bond financing team which includes City Attorney’s Office, City departments, municipal advisor, bond counsel, trustees/fiscal agent and underwriters in order to effectively manage the debt issuance process and to manage the City’s large and diverse debt portfolio.

          + Maintains or supervises the maintenance of a large computerized debt management database, including maintenance of appropriate accounts.

          + Coordinates investment of bond proceeds.

          + Reviews outstanding debt issues and completes complex interim arbitrage calculations to determine rebate liabilities to the IRS and coordinates five-year arbitrage calculations with arbitrage rebate consultant.

          + Reviews regular, periodic account statements and other reports to ensure an appropriate account management and adherence to legal requirements and conformance with City policy.

          + Prepares complex financial reports and analyses as part of the City's production and presentation of financial reports.

          + Utilize and manage relational database applications and run query techniques.

          + Prepares annual continuing disclosure reports and necessary compliance reporting subject to Rule 15c2-12.

          + Ability to analyze, process information provided by the debt administrator to complete assignments, solve complex assignments and work independently as necessary.

     Selection Process

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

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

     1.    Do you have experience working in an organization that has issued municipal bonds and/or obligations or provided services to an organization issuing municipal securities?  If you answered yes, please explain the number of years of experience you have in working with municipal bonds.  In your response, also explain the financial professionals (by industry type) you worked with during this period. 

     2.    Describe your experience in analytical problem solving? Provide an example that highlights your problem solving abilities and the steps you used in providing a solution to a problem.

     3.    Do you have experience with or managing databases, running queries and developing desired solutions based on a data set?  If you answered yes, please describe the financial system or software used, type of query/report that was run, and explain the purpose of the data set inquiry. 

     4.    Describe a situation or scenario where you were asked to work as part of a team to complete a project.  What was your role and what steps did you take to ensure the team worked collaboratively to achieve its objectives? Was the project delivered on-time and on-budget?

     5.    Please describe a challenging work assignment you worked on.  Explain the challenges you encountered, ways in which the difficulties were overcome (or not), and what you learned from the assignment which assisted in your success in future assignments.

     If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Tim Kawasaki at tim.kawasaki@sanjoseca.gov.

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