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SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: All applicants must provide proof of education at the time of application or submit to the Human Resources Department prior to the filing deadline. Applications are incomplete without the required document.

Summary of Duties: Under general supervision, performs enforcement of land use ordinances, housing and dangerous building codes and other related code provisions; performs a variety of field and office work in support of the City's Code Compliance Program; issues administrative citations; obtains and executes inspection warrants, may present reports and/or recommendations to the City Council and occasionally appears at administrative hearings and courts of law; writes a variety of inspection reports and makes compliance recommendations to the Code Enforcement Manager. 
 
Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the entry-level class in the Code Enforcement Officer series.  Incumbents of this class are responsible for conducting less complex on-site inspections and investigations in code enforcement work with close supervision and training. This class is distinguished from Code Enforcement Officer II level by performing the less complex inspections and investigations only within well-defined procedural limits.  Receives close supervision and training from the Code Enforcement Manager.  If the position of Code Enforcement Manager is vacant, then supervision and training is provided by the Department Director designee.  Exercises no supervision.

Essential Job Functions:

(These functions are representative and may not be presented in all positions in the class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind related duties and work assignments.)

1. Performs field inspections and office duties ensuring compliance with the City's land use, housing, zoning, abatement, dangerous buildings codes and sections of the Municipal Code as may be directed
2. Performs field surveys and investigates complaints of possible code and ordinance violations
3.  Contacts property and business owners to schedule and conduct onsite inspections 
4. Advises violators of ordinance requirements and seeks to gain voluntary compliance
5. Takes photographs and gathers all pertinent facts from the parties involved 
6. Issues notices of violations and citations
7. Maintains records of inspections and enforcement efforts; prepares required documentation for administrative and legal actions 
8. Testifies in administrative and court proceedings regarding code violations; performs follow-up actions as needed to ensure compliance 
9. Confers with related agencies and City departments on disposition of complaints and code violations 
10. Prepares detailed and specialized reports and correspondence related to code enforcement inspections, violations and other activities 
11. Provides the public with information regarding land use, zoning, building and housing code regulations
12. Promotes and maintains safety in the workplace
13. Performs related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge of:

• Effective analytical and interviewing techniques 
• Basic knowledge of the International Property Maintenance Codes, applicable State law, and requirements of local ordinances 
• Technical report writing skills
• Citation issuance procedures 
• Administrative hearing and courtroom presentation techniques  
• Public relations and conflict resolution skills 
• Personal safety practices  
• Operation of personal computers with proficiency using word processing, spread sheet and data base programs 
• Operation of mobile digital devices

Ability to:

•  Learn to interpret and understand applicable City permit conditions, and State building and zoning ordinances and regulations 
• Conduct comprehensive investigations and maintain accurate records of findings 
• Prepare clear, concise and accurate correspondence and reports
• Effectively communicate report findings to the supervisor and/or administrative hearing officer or courts of law 
• Effectively advise property owners and general public on compliance with codes; diffuse confrontational situations 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with property owners, developers, the general public and co-workers 
• Promote the mission, values and standards of an effective public organization, particularly in the area of customer service

 
Education: High School Diploma or GED
 
Experience: One year of experience with a public agency performing land use, zoning, building, public safety, housing or related code enforcement, inspection, or abatement work
 
Licenses and Certifications (All certifications must be maintained during term of employment):

• A valid California driver's license,
• California P.O.S.T. Penal Code 832 certification is required prior to completion of the six (6) month probationary period,
• Certification of Basic and Intermediate Code Enforcement Officer modules from California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO), or a similar approved certification, is required within one year from date of hire,
• Advanced Code Enforcement Officer certification is required within two years from date of hire

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Physical, mental and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position; manual dexterity sufficient to write, use telephone, computers, mobile digital devices and related equipment; vision sufficient to read printed materials; hearing sufficient to conduct in person and telephone conversations; speaking ability in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in a normal conversational distance, on the telephone, 2-way radio and in addressing groups; physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop and reach overhead; physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment, climb stairs, and to walk on uneven surfaces; physical strength to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds; physical stamina sufficient to sit, walk or stand for prolonged periods of time; mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make valid judgments and decisions.

A combination of outdoor work traveling to and investigating complaint locations throughout the City, and a business office environment. Subject to sitting at a desk completing reports, bending, crouching, or kneeling at files, pushing/pulling of file drawers and supplies, reaching in all directions and prolonged periods of time working at a computer terminal, collecting and producing data using mobile technology while in the field,  interacting with the public via phone, email and in person,  walking and standing for long periods of time, working in all types of weather conditions, walking through uneven, muddy, wet, and rocky terrain and potentially exposed to unsanitary conditions. Will spend a certain amount of time each day driving from location to location to conduct inspections. Occasionally may be required to work evening and/or weekend hours, for investigations, public presentations, or resource events.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.

The City of Dixon is recruiting to fill two (2) part-time (24 hours per week) positions of Transit Dispatcher and to establish an eligibility list for future use.  This position receives ride requests and quickly and efficiently organizes, schedules and routes Readi-Ride bus requests; operates equipment to relay requests to drivers; reads maps and assists drivers with directions and alternative routes; assists in collecting information related to the operation of the transit system; works closely with Transit Supervisor to ensure routes are properly scheduled; and performs related duties.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES:  Applications are invited from qualified persons who possess the knowledge and abilities to perform the job. A typical way to obtain such knowledge and ability would be: 

     Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school. 

     Experience: One year of clerical experience that involved public contact.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License (within 30 days if possession of Out-of-State License) and a satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment.

The ability to speak Spanish is highly desirable.

Satisfactory completion of a drug screen and a background check are conditions of employment. 

EXAM PROCESS:  A limited number of candidates whose applications indicate that they, among those competing, are better qualified in terms of related education, training and experience will be invited to participate in a written exam (pass/fail) tentatively scheduled for the afternoon of Monday, October 14, 2019 and an Interview process (weighted 100%) tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, November 5, 2019.

Employment Processing: Those selected may be subject to a medical exam, drug screen, fingerprinting, background check, and must provide proof of identity and legal right to work in the United States. 

Veteran’s Preference Points: Veteran’s Preference points will be applied in accordance with the City’s Personnel Rules & Regulations. 

The City of Dixon is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. Reasonable Accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling 707-678-7000. 

SENIOR TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST

(Senior Citizen Van Driver)

$15.79 - $19.19/hr., Part-time, No Benefits

DEFINITION:  Under supervision, coordinate and lead up to 10 Transportation Specialist drivers; coordinate the day to day operations of the transportation program which includes organizing route schedules and assisting in planning and implementing various projects in order to enhance the transportation program.  Schedule may include evenings, holidays and weekends; work schedule will not exceed 35 hours per week.  This position will work closely with the Community Services Coordinator on training (both on the road and in the office) of new and existing employees, conducting surveys of participants, and performing staff audits; therefore, strong leadership and supervisory skills are required.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:  All applicants MUST attach proof of Class B Driver’s License with passenger endorsement at the time you submit your employment application.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The employee must have the ability to:

• Communicate with drivers via two-way radio; address any issues or concerns that arise in order to ensure quality control.
• Assure that all drivers are notified of participants that have special needs, such as service dogs and/or personal care attendants that accompany participants, oxygen tanks, mobility aids (motorized wheelchairs, manual wheelchairs, walkers, canes), dialysis patients, etc.
• Prepare a list of emergency contact information for drivers in case of emergency such as an accident, property damage, and natural disaster.
• Distribute and collect van driver timesheets every two weeks; Perform duties of a Transportation Specialist driver as needed.
• Responsible to react and report to immediate supervisor any/all concerns reported by drivers.
• Respond to emergency situations as reported by a driver and complete and process incident/accident reports.
• Verify all senior van passes are current and passengers’ contact information is up to date and that all van riders understand and have signed a City of Fontana waiver of liability form.
• Answer phone calls, schedule and confirm appointments, and troubleshoot as needed throughout the day.
• Organize route schedules for five routes each operational day. Provide to the drivers all pertinent information needed to accurately complete their route schedule, including passenger’s address, phone number, and the destination. If the destination is for a scheduled appointment, the appointment time will be included.
• Review the route schedules to ensure that the pickup times are manageable and will update the route schedule in the computer system.
• Assist in planning and implementing various projects in order to enhance the transportation program including researching various federal and local grant opportunities.
• Create a marketing plan for the transportation program to attract new participants and employees.
• Operate a computer and related software; Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer.

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

WORKING CONDITIONS:  Position requires prolonged standing, sitting, walking on level or unleveled and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. Incumbents may be required to lift, carry and/or push objects weighing 25 pounds or more. This position requires near and far vision for reading written documents and in the observation of participants during activities. Acute hearing is also required in providing customer service to public and /or assistance in facility, classroom, or outdoors.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:  A combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  The employee must have the knowledge of Bus/Van operation, effective safety precautions, and first aid techniques.

EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in recreation and/or community services program areas. Experience in Bus/Passenger Van operations which included dispatching of same is highly preferred. Employee must have a valid CA Class B Driver’s License with passenger endorsement and a good driving record and must maintain a good driving record during employment.  EDUCATION: Possession of a High School diploma or equivalent required with some upper division college coursework preferred.

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The City of San Mateo Community Development Department is accepting applications for a

Plan Checker I/II/Engineer

You’ll be joining a team of talented professionals in a dynamic, collaborative work environment dedicated to serving the San Mateo community. You will work alongside a team of focused and highly motivated professionals who use their talent to provide essential development review and inspection services to our residents and businesses on a daily basis. The Plan Checker I/II/Engineer is an exciting opportunity for a talented professional to join a great organization and make a valuable contribution to the Building Division within the Community Development Department. You can review the detailed job description for Plan Checker I/II/Engineer on the City’s website.

Depending upon class level and assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Review and examine construction documents, plans and specifications for one and two family, and multi-family residential, and basic commercial and industrial projects.
• Conduct plan checks on commercial and residential building structures; review structural calculations, fire resistance requirements, earthquake resistance and soils engineering. Conducts plan checks for commercial buildings to be remodeled and/or altered.
• Assist in staffing the public counter; issue building permits as required.  Maintain accurate records and write reports regarding the work as required
• Confer over the phone or in person with homeowners, builders, engineers, contractors, architects and the public to give information and interpret building codes and regulations and permit requirements; recommends necessary changes to obtain compliance with applicable building and zoning codes and regulations.
• Review corrected plans for conformity with requirements; ensures that proper building permit requirements are met.
• Coordinate plan check activities with other City departments and with outside agencies.
• Prepare reports and written correspondence to architects, engineers, contractors and others related to the correction of plans and engineering detail.
• Maintain records of incoming plans and those completed.
• Confer with building inspectors on building‑related problems arising in the field during construction.
• Conduct field inspections as required. Make on‑site construction inspections on occasion, when required to confirm that construction complies with approved plans and specifications.
• Initiate appropriate action to enforce code compliance.
• Coordinate construction plans examination processes with those of other City departments and units.
• Monitor changes and legislation pertaining to assigned work; investigate new materials and substitute materials, and new methods of structural design; recommend appropriate changes in the building codes and regulations to the Deputy Building Official.

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Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) is the Bay Area's newest transit service providing commuter rail transportation to Marin and Sonoma Counties. We are seeking experienced and motivated individuals who enjoy working with new equipment, creating new processes and systems, and motivating a staff to maintain and operate a first class public service. The Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor position is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of a vehicle maintenance operation in a commuter rail environment. This position will provide hands on supervision of the vehicle maintenance technician staff and will be responsible for work activities primarily on the Swing and Grave shifts, weekends, and holidays to ensure safe and efficient transportation to the public.

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

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

• Assigns and directs the work and activities of subordinate staff.

• Responsible for subordinates’ adherence to department safety rules and compliance with Federal Railroad Administration regulations.

• Manages, monitors, coordinates and controls all aspects of vehicle maintenance programs, processes, resources and activities relating to regular and extra work projects.

• Monitors quality of work.

• Independently performs varied and complex inspection and diagnostic work.

• Reads and interprets schematics, service and safety manuals including schematic symbols, electrical drawings and circuit operations.

• Troubleshoots, diagnoses, repairs and/or overhauls electronic, electrical and mechanical systems for train sets and support equipment.

• Oversees and participates in vehicle maintenance.

• Reports on failures of components.

• Assures quality control using SMART’s Maintenance Information System (MIS) to maintain proper records and generate reports.

• Actively reviews and analyzes maintenance activity reports for trends in repairs, equipment failures and, parts usage; to determine if corrective action is needed.

• May perform Vehicle Technician duties as necessary.

• Assigns specific tasks to subordinate staff using the SMART work order system, including withdrawal of parts and materials from the storeroom and checks tasks upon completion for accuracy of work and closure of work orders. Actively supports ongoing skill building for Vehicle Maintenance Technicians by providing periodic classroom training for certification and skills enhancement.

• Prepares, issues and collects daily operational documents.

• Monitors performance of subordinate staff and ensures adherence to SMART, FRA, CPUC standards and regulations.

• Reviews and evaluates work and makes effective suggestions and recommendations.

• Safely operates train sets and other vehicles in the course of performing assigned duties.

• References parts catalogues and other sources to determine correct parts for specific applications.

• References manufacturer schematics (manual and online) to resolve maintenance issues.

• May be assigned Storeroom Supervisor duties.

• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly fashion.

• Safely operates equipment.

• Defines and Coordinates all equipment movements inside the Operation Maintenance Facility limits.

• Performs other related duties as required.

The City of Union City is currently seeking ONE highly energetic, highly motivated individual for the position of Assistant Transit Planner or Associate Transit Planner. Under supervision of the Transit Manager, you will be expected to participate in the development, administration, and analysis of the City's public transit programs.

ASSISTANT TRANSIT PLANNER: Salary: ($5,873 - $7,137/month)
This is the entry-level class in the Transit Planner series. Work involves assisting in analysis and development of transit programs and services is given to an incumbent in this class. The Assistant Transit Planner has basic knowledge of the operating procedures and policies of transit and transportation planning. An incumbent may advance to the higher levels after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher-level classes. Work is reviewed upon completion of assignments through analysis of draft reports for adequacy, factual content and presentation as well as the soundness of interpretations and conclusions. The Assistant Transit Planner receives considerable direction and assistance from the Transit Manager. 

ASSOCIATE TRANSIT PLANNER: Salary: ($7,033 - $8,543/month)
This is an experienced-level class within the Transit Planner series. Work involves general analysis and development of transit programs and services.  The Associate Transit Planner has general knowledge of the operating procedures and policies of transit and transportation planning. An incumbent may advance to journey-level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency that meets the qualifications of the journey-level class. The Associate Transit Planner receives general direction from the Transit Manager.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (illustrative only)

• Assist in/ Evaluate the planning, operations and activities of the City’s public transit programs (fixed route and paratransit)

• Assist in/ Coordinate a variety of studies for the preparation, analysis, or evaluation of reports and grant requests.

• Assist in/ Prepare the development of the Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP)

• Assist in/ Coordinate the preparation of the scope of work (RFP’s, IFB’s, etc.) and other contract management related tasks such as monitoring and closeout of service and maintenance contracts, professional services, vehicle procurement, etc.

• Work with other City departments, other transit agencies and other public agencies to provide adequate transit amenities, service levels, service coordination and transit or transportation mitigation measures.

• Investigate and respond to inquiries and/or requests by members of the public regarding transit system policies, procedures and services.

• Perform related duties, responsibilities and assist in special projects as needed.

**Please refer to the attached classification specifications for specific information related to each position.**