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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.

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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.**

SEWER MAINTENANCE WORKER – GRADE I

($4,254/month)

One Full-time Position in the Public Works Department

Application Deadline:  Friday, September 13, 2019 by 5:00 p.m.

Job Duties:

THE SEWER MAINTENANCE WORKER – GRADE I:  This is the entry-level position of the Sewer Maintenance class series.  Employees in this position are distinguished from the Trainee position in that the Wastewater Collection System Maintenance Worker generally works under less supervision and may perform a broader range of more technically complex tasks.

Typical duties for the position include: 

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

• Removal of blockages and obstructions from sewers
• Laying and repairing sewer pipe
• Perform heavy manual labor
• Entering and working in confined space areas following strict safety precautions
• Driving pickup trucks, dump trucks, hydroflushers, rodders, and other City vehicles
• Setup and operation of City equipment, tools and machines, both power and manual, utilized in the inspection, maintenance and repair of the City’s wastewater collection system and related appurtenances
• Performing a variety of routine grounds maintenance and building cleaning, including cleaning and disinfecting houses flooded with sewage
• Cutting and breaking concrete and asphalt surfaces using an air compressor and related tools, paving saws and cement saws
• Using shoring equipment in accordance with all regulations
• Setting barricades and warning signs and performing flagging operations for traffic control and safety
• Utilizing proper safety precautions and following City of other established procedures related to all work performed
• Evaluating problems and recommending solutions
• Maintain accurate records/journals of maintenance and repairs
• Performs standby, emergency duty, on-call, and overtime work which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have working knowledge of:

• Basic principles, practices, tools, and materials as they relate to the maintenance and repair of wastewater infrastructure, facilities, systems, and appurtenances similar to those in a municipal environment
• Basic mathematics
• Safe driving rules and practices
• Basic computer software related to work
• English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively and clearly with those contacted in the course of work
• Maintain accurate and neat work records, and prepare clear and concise reports
• Recognize and deal with hazards encountered in the course of work
• Trouble-shoot equipment and facility malfunctions and problems
• Work evenings, weekends, holidays and standby as assigned

Requirements:  Any combination of equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying:

Experience:  Minimum of one year of experience in wastewater collection system or equivalent maintenance. 

Education:  Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade

• Valid California Class “B” California Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator’s license required within one year of appointment
• Must maintain insurability under the City’s vehicle liability insurance coverage
• A valid Grade I Collection System Maintenance Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association

Special Requirements:

Ability to work in a standard office environment as well as sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, squat, stoop, reach, crawl, twist, climb, lift 50lbs, and distinguish color. Exposure to water, cold, heat, extreme noise, outdoors, confined work space, electrical hazards, vibrations, chemicals, dust, sewage, mechanical hazards, pollens and explosive materials.

THE COMMUNITY AND CITY GOVERNMENT:  Sausalito is a beautiful, San Francisco Bay front city of 7,226 residents within 2.2 square miles that serves a visitor population that may be several times the size of the year round population.  The blend of historical buildings, wooded hillsides, sweeping Bay and San Francisco views nestled against the Golden Gate National Recreation Area combine to make Sausalito a community of unparalleled charm and natural beauty.  Sausalito is a General Law City incorporated in 1893 and has a City Council/City Manager form of government.  The City provides a full range of services including Administration, Finance, Police, Public Works, Parks and Recreation, and Community Development.  The City Council and staff value positive relationships with the residents, businesses, visitors and outside agencies.

THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT:  The Director of Public Works heads up a staff that includes:  Maintenance Division Manager, Senior Engineer, Sewer Coordinator, 2 Wastewater Maintenance Workers, 4 Maintenance Workers, Fleet Maintenance Coordinator, and a Permit Technician.

BENEFITS:

Cafeteria Benefit Plan: The City offers a generous cafeteria benefit program including choices among plan options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, and PERS long-term care insurance.

Leave: Employees earn 10 hours vacation and 8 hours sick leave per month.  Employees in the Public Works Department are entitled to 10 paid holidays and 16 hours of “floating holiday” time each year.

Retirement: This position pays into the CalPERS Retirement System and NOT Social Security.

Union Membership: This position is non-exempt and is part of the Service Employees’ International Union group (SEIU Local 1021)

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The position will be responsible for Development Engineering.  The selected candidate will work with developers and their engineers reviewing proposed development plans, issuing “will-serve” letters, determining development conditions and creating development agreements on all development projects within the City.  The engineer will insure that public improvements meet all City standards.  Experience either as a municipal development engineer or as a consultant working on development projects is desirable.  The position will be filled at one of the following levels:

Engineer II

A journey level class in the professional engineering series not requiring registration. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower class of Engineer I, or if filled from the outside, require prior professional level experience and possession of an Engineer-in-Training Certificate. Incumbents in this class work under general direction and perform moderately   difficult professional engineering work in engineering. Engineer IIs are normally considered to be the a continuing training status and as assigned responsibilities and breadth of knowledge increase with    experience, and registration is received, may reasonably expect to be promoted to the next higher class of Engineer II.

Engineer III

An advance journey level class in the engineering series requiring registration. Positions in the class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower class of Engineer II, or, when filled from the out-side require prior advanced professional engineering work experience. A Engineer III works under general super-vision and is expected to complete complex engineering assignments      requiring the use of judgement and initiative in developing solutions to problems, interpreting general policies, and determining work assignments.  Work in this class is distinguished from that of the Engineer II class by the greater complexity of the assignments received and by the greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to operate.

Senior Civil Engineer

Senior Civil Engineer supervises, assigns, and reviews the work of subordinate contract plan check    engineers and collaborate with our other City staff and private developers. Typical responsibilities include reviewing development applications to determine the impact of proposed developments on City infrastructure including water streets and storm drain facilities. Applications for tentative subdivision and parcel maps use permits, lot line adjustments, building permits and grading are reviewed and  conditions of approval are prepared to mitigate development impacts. The Senior Civil Engineer will represent the Public Works Department at the public hearings before the Project Review Committee, the Planning Commission and City Council.

MANAGEMENT ANALYST

Deadline to apply:  Apply by Monday, September 9, 2019 for first consideration

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael Fire Department is hiring for the position of Management Analyst – Fixed Term/Full-Time.  Under administrative direction, this position assists with business functions and related administrative support for assigned fire department related services and programs; plans, analyzes, directs, reviews and evaluates department functions and administrative activities; manages multiple contracts for services; represents the Fire Department at meetings and performs related work as required.  Fixed-Term appointments may be made for up to a three-year period.  Continued appointment in this position is contingent upon funding and job performance.  This is an “at will” position. 

The incumbent in this position will assist the Fire Chief and Command Staff by providing day-to-day administrative and non-safety support and will be responsible for assisting with budget development and management, financial administration and reporting, revenue allocation, purchasing, contract administration, data collection and visualization for internal and public audiences, and program and service evaluation.  This position will provide coordinated support, consultation, and services to department operations and multiple contracts for services.    

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Provides assistance with fiscal and general business activities of the department.
• Develops and implements departmental goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards, particularly in the areas of finance, administration, human resources, capital assets, facilities, and contract services.
• Directs the preparation and administration of department and contract budgets, financial administration and reporting, revenue allocation and recovery, and grant administration.
• Makes presentations regarding plans and programs at public meetings; acts as a liaison and represents the department in meetings with city councils, elected officials, other agencies, governments, special interest groups, and private entities; and develops community contacts.
• Reviews and evaluates the effectiveness of program and service delivery; implements improvement plans to ensure maximum efficiency within such resources.
• Plans, organizes, administers, coordinates, reviews and evaluates day-to-day activities of assigned programs, which may include those which support divisions of a technical nature.
• Confers with safety operations to identify department and community needs; and oversees customer service initiatives.
• Directs or conducts special projects and a variety of analytical and feasibility studies; leads teams and committees considering system-wide issues and plans.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of principles and practices of program development and management, including design, implementation and evaluation, and resource management.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of administrative operations, including budget development and administration, basic labor relations concepts, auditing and reconciling financial documents, and accounting and automated financial record keeping.

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations, and reporting requirements, including state and federal laws and regulations related to public agency construction and maintenance programs and confidentiality of patient records and personally identifiable information.
• Knowledge of grant management and compliance requirements for State and Federal grants.
• Knowledge of research methodology, policy development, report writing and basic statistical techniques. 
• Ability to recognize consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations.
• Ability to develop, implement and interpret goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards and internal controls.
• Ability to plan, assign, manage, review and evaluate work of staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including City officials, managers, and employees; employee representatives; other governmental agencies and community.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing; present findings, recommendations and policies to public officials.
• Ability to represent the department in meetings with a variety of groups and individuals.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, policies, procedures, correspondence and other written materials.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, apply and explain policies and procedures.
• Ability to think critically about complex and multi-dimensional issues and develop sound conclusions and solutions.
• Ability to prioritize work, coordinate multiple projects and meet critical deadlines.

LANGUAGE/MATHEMATICAL/REASONING SKILLS:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.’
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE/OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

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

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration or a related field AND
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible analytical, administrative or managerial experience.
• Municipal government experience is desirable but not necessary.
• Valid CA driver’s license.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Qualified applicants will be interviewed by the hiring department and the most qualified applicants will be subject to a reference check, which will include fingerprinting.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  To file an application on line go to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “City of San Rafael”.  Follow this link to submit your application:  https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-19905484

Reasonable Accommodation:  The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants.  If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the test date.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.  Such accommodations must be requested by the applicant.

Under general supervision, supervises, assigns, reviews and participates in the work of staff responsible for street sweeping (in-house and contract services), concrete and asphalt maintenance (in-house and contract services), yard facility maintenance, equipment maintenance and graffiti removal within the Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department; performs administrative tasks, report writing, acts as Public Works Maintenance Superintendent in absences; and performs other related duties as required.

The Public Works Maintenance Supervisor is a supervisory level classification of the Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department.  This position receives assignments from, and reports to, the Public Works Maintenance Superintendent.

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. Plans, coordinates, supervises, directs, and inspects the work of crews engaged in the patching, construction, paving, and maintenance of streets, storm drains sidewalks, curbs and gutters, right-of-way’s, and street cleaning operations; painting of streets, cross-walks, safety zones, curbs, and parking stalls; maintenance, replacement, and repair of street signs and barricades and coordinates with fleet maintenance operations.
    
2. Participates in the selection of maintenance staff; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline procedures.
    
3. Prepares various reports on operations and activities.
    
4. Recommends and assists in the implementation of goals and objectives; establishes schedules and methods for providing street maintenance services; implements policies and procedures.
    
5. Participates in the preparation and administration of assigned program budget; submits budget recommendations; monitors expenditures. Estimates time and material costs; evaluates and institutes changes in work methods and priorities; assists in the preparation of street maintenance budget and monitors expenditures of allocated funds. 
    
6. Assumes management responsibility for all services and activities of the public works staff.
    
7. Serves as liaison for street maintenance services with other City departments, divisions, and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves significant and controversial issues.
    
8. Provides responsible staff assistance to the Public Works Superintendent; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
    
9. May operate equipment used in street, park, parkway, and tree maintenance work.
    
10. Assists with the oversight and administration of various contract maintenance services, such as but not limited to concrete repairs, asphalt repairs, traffic striping and markings as well as traffic signals, and street lighting.
     
11. Makes arrangements with contractors and administers service contracts for jobs not performed by City staff, such as striping of streets; coordinates construction or maintenance work with other divisions; provides assistance with a variety of construction or maintenance activities; and ensures compliance within such contracts. 
     
12. Receives and investigates citizen complaints and requests; determines and ensures appropriate disposition; investigates and reports on matters related to claims made against the City.
     
13. Works special events after-hours and weekends performing duties such as traffic control, event clean up as well as coordinating tasks with other city departments before, during and after special events.
     
14. Responds to emergency situations in the City as required.

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.

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, talk, listen, walk; and occasionally sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and move materials, tools, and equipment. 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 employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is exposed to traffic, wet or humid conditions, and vibration. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level is frequently loud.

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 invited to appear before an oral interview board.  Application appraisal, oral interview(s) and written/computer test shall constitute 100% of the selection process.

STATEMENT OF NON-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.