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Part-Time, Temporary/Seasonal 

THE POSITION

Under general supervision, the Swim Instructor I performs swim instructor duties in planning, coordinating and teaching swimming and water safety courses, enforcing City public swimming pool rules and monitoring pool patron conduct.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this classification. 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 class.

Swim Instructor I

•     Assist with creating lesson plans for team practices including the preparation of work-out schedules for all ages and ability levels on the team

•     Attend all scheduled swim meets for the swim team.

•     Assist with assigning swimmers’ events, preparing swimmers prior to swim events, and distribute awards following the swim meet

•     Instruct and evaluate swim team members in important competitive swimming elements and techniques

•     Act as a reference and role model for swim team members

•     Cultivate and maintain good public relations with parent committee, parents, swimmers and the community

•     Attend all coaches’ meetings and additional staff trainings as scheduled

•     Other related duties as assigned.

The City of Lafayette (pop. 24,000) is recruiting for the position of Senior Transportation Planner.  Lafayette prides itself on its vibrant downtown, beautiful tree-studded hillsides and great schools.  This position will be part of the team that ensures that Lafayette retains its semi-rural character and “small town” downtown feel. 

The Senior Transportation Planner participates in broad spectrum of projects ranging from regional policy planning to multi-modal neighborhood circulation.  Immediate challenging opportunities exist for candidates to excel:

• Implement recommendations of a comprehensive study that outlined multi-layer solutions to traffic congestion in the downtown.
• Coordinate, manage and implement projects to improve multi-modal capacity and safety along major traffic corridors,
• Maintain and support transportation programs such as: Walkway & Bikeway Master Plans, Neighborhood Traffic Calming, School Area Traffic Safety.
• Process Transportation Action Requests and manage resident expectations.

The City is seeking a high energy professional who is tactful, self-motivated, creative, and detail-oriented. Exceptional analytical and communication skills and the ability to write well and persuasively are required. An understanding of the regional political infrastructure and how it affects policy development and implementation is highly desirable.  The candidate should have a four-year degree with an emphasis on transportation planning, traffic engineering or civil engineering supplemented by coursework in urban planning, community development, business or public administration, and five years professional experience in a similar field. Working knowledge of fundamental traffic engineering principles is also highly desirable.

The salary range for the position is  $90,532 - $119,085 depending on experience and qualifications. Lafayette also provides an attractive benefits package that includes:

• A 401-A retirement plan with City-paid monthly contributions of 10% of salary with the option of a 5% match as well as City-paid social security contributions.  Lafayette does not participate in PERS.
• City-subsidized health and dental insurance as well as life insurance and disability insurance.
• 12 paid holidays, 10 days of administrative leave, and up to 20 days of annual vacation, depending on tenure.
• Challenging, interesting work; opportunities for innovation and creativity; family friendly policies; a flexible work environment; and casual dress.

The position will be open until filled.   To be considered, you must submit a City of Lafayette Employment Application, plus relevant materials that amplify your qualifications.  Please apply online at www.lovelafayette.org/jobs.  Email TRobinson@lovelafayette.org for questions. 
 

SALARY RANGE: Day Shift $30.36 per hour
Swing Shift $30.36 per hour + 10% differential pay
Graveyard Shift $30.36 per hour + 15% differential pay
Starts at 68% of Journey-Level Wage with Wage Progression Commensurate
With Skill Level Progression. Current Journey-Level Wage is $44.65 per hour. 40 hour work week.
(Employee pays up to 7% of salary/wage toward CalPERS retirement plan)

NOTE: This position is being reposted. Applicants who have already applied do not need to reapply. All applications will be considered for this position.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Verifiable work experience in the automotive and/or heavy duty vehicle repair trades is desirable
• Verifiable education or training in the automotive and/or heavy duty vehicle repair trades, such as high school automotive technology coursework or automotive trade technical school is desirable
• Position requires a high degree of determination and commitment to personal and professional development and learning

REQUIRED TOOLS:

• Must have a basic set of journey level hand tools to accomplish assigned work

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
FAILURE TO MEET ANY OF THE REQUIREMENTS STATED BELOW MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR APPLICATION

PSE I – Van Driver

CLOSE DATE: Wednesday, June 26th, 2019

SALARY RANGE:
$13.20 Per Hour   

FINAL FILING DATE:
A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department by 5:00 P.M.,  Wednesday, June 26th, 2019

THE POSITION
The PSE I- Van Driver/Child Care Worker position at the Glenn County Health and Human Services Agency operates and drives a light van motor vehicle to pick up and deliver clients and children to a designated location within the county.  Follow schedules to insure clients are able to meet their scheduled appointments.  May pick up and deliver paperwork, equipment, materials and supplies at various locations as assigned.  May use assigned vehicle to move clients’ belongings from one location to another as directed.  This position is at-Will, Temporary and Part-Time - scheduled for up to nine (9) hours per week working two shifts of one and a half (1.5) hours twice per day on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday for a total of three (3) hours per day. Bilingual applicants and consumers are encouraged to apply. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next six (6) months. Bilingual applicants and consumers are encouraged to apply. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next six (6) months.

Application forms may be completed on CalOpps.org or obtained from and returned to:

GLENN COUNTY PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
525 W. Sycamore Street
Willows, CA  95988
Telephone (530) 934-6451 – Fax (530) 934-6452
TDD – No Voice (530) 934-6444
Website: www.countyofglenn.net

 Description

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) is a commuter rail and bicycle/pedestrian pathway project located in Marin and Sonoma Counties.

We are seeking an experienced and self-motivated person to join our  team.

The incumbents support the work of management staff by conducting day-to-day support , professional-level procurement and contract administration activities and by providing a professional-level resource for organizational, managerial, and operational analyses and studies

Under general direction, provides professional-level procurement and contract administration duties, including developing requests for proposals, soliciting bids, administering and monitoring contracts, issuing purchase orders, and processing new vendors.  The incumbent performs detailed analyses and support relating to procurement, administrative, budgetary, and contract administration to assigned departmental projects and programs; develops, summarizes, and maintains detailed administrative and procurement records; analyzes programmatic practices and procedures and makes recommendations for organizational, operational, and procedural improvements; fosters cooperative working relationships with District managers, public, and regulatory agencies; and performs related work as required.

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

This is a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by, and minimum requirements 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.

• Coordinates and performs complex professional-level administrative and programmatic work in such areas as procurement, contract administration, and financial analysis.
• Researches and develops detailed product and/or service specifications and establishes contract terms; confers with department staff to resolve questions regarding intent and expected use of goods and services, specification definitions, and scope of work statements.
• Develops and/or assists with bid invitations and solicitations, formal and informal bids, and requests for qualifications/quotes/proposals while ensuring legal and contractual provisions are included to protect SMART’s interests.
• Prepares and distributes notification to vendors on SMART mailing lists, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) businesses, and others; places advertisements in local newspapers; assists with pre-bid and pre-proposal conferences; write and posts addendums.
• Coordinates and participates in the evaluation of bids; develops evaluation criteria and materials; performs price/cost analyses and assesses the quality and suitability of proposed services and purchases; recommends modifications as needed; summarizes bid responses and prepares documentation; participates in the selection of contractors and vendors; develops reports for approval of contract awards.
• Reviews purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness, creates purchase orders in SMART’s financial system, and tracks shipment of products.
• Conducts a variety of analytical and operational studies regarding procurement activities, including financial, regulatory, operational, or administrative issues or questions; evaluates alternatives, assists with making recommendations, and assists with the implementation of procedural, administrative, and/or operational changes after approval.
• Assists in the preparation of comprehensive technical records and reports.
• Reviews and verifies invoices, documents, packing lists, and forms related to assigned area for accuracy, completeness, and conformance to applicable policies, rules, and regulations.
• Serves as a liaison to employees, the public, private organizations, government agencies, community groups, and other organizations; provides information and assistance regarding procurement programs and services; receives and responds to complaints and questions relating to assigned area of responsibility; reviews problems and recommends corrective actions.
• Reviews contract insurance compliance and works with brokerage firm with regards to compliance and insurance requirements.
• Assists in the development of departmental goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Maintains accurate records and files; develops storage of records and retention schedules.
• Performs other special projects and duties as assigned.

To view the full announcement for this exciting opportunity, please visit the City of San José’s employment page by clicking on the link below.

Then click on the “Management Recruitments” link. 

City of San José Employment Page

THE JOB

The Engineering Division of Public Works is divided into six Sections. Each Section has a unique set of responsibilities to help “Build Fremont Forward” and shape our community. The City is currently looking for Engineering Specialists to assist in the Public Works Transportation Engineering Section. The Engineering Specialist, under general supervision, will perform the operation and maintenance of the traffic signal infrastructure and support Citywide Transportation Projects.  Typical duties include:

• Receive and respond to public inquiries
• Schedule and perform field investigation and observation
• Asset management and documentation
• Assist with design and development of specifications and cost estimates of traffic signal projects
• Researches and compiles data needed for traffic design projects such as traffic volume, current and future development plans, accident history, utility plans, street construction plans, right of way and turning movement counts
• Assists in the preparation of conceptual, preliminary and final traffic project plans
• Reviews project specifications and estimates
• Other duties as assigned – which may include: identify, assess, and troubleshoot traffic signal problems and makes recommendations for repair

THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

The Public Works Department plays a key role in shaping the community and its future, as Fremont has several transformative land use and transportation projects underway to support the City’s vision of being “strategically urban”. Public Works is responsible for engineering, transportation, civic facilities, inspections, and maintenance for the City. The Engineering Division within Public Works helps deliver land development projects, executes the design and construction of public projects, and maintains and enhances the City’s transportation network.

Fremont’s new 5-year CIP has grown to a value of nearly $200 million and includes major investments related to infrastructure rehabilitation, pavement rehabilitation and maintenance, improved facilities for walking and bicycling, and infrastructure investments supporting the vibrancy of Downtown Fremont and Fremont’s Innovation District.  Private development in Fremont is active with the design and construction of projects totaling over 5000 housing units, 3 million square feet of office/industrial development and a 5 million square foot expansion of the Tesla Motors factory.   

Fremont is “on the rise” with a bold plan to develop Downtown Fremont into a vibrant mixed-use district, including a new civic center. Other key projects include the Warm Springs “Innovation District” where over 850 acres are transforming into a mixed-use, transit-oriented employment center home to advance manufacturing companies.   Public Works is managing the construction of an iconic pedestrian access bridge which will cross over Union Pacific Railroad to connect the new Warm Springs BART station to the nearby employment hub—home to the Tesla factory, Fremont’s largest employer.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Applicable local and state laws and standards for the design and operation of traffic signals
• Fundamentals of traffic signal equipment, intelligent transportation systems (ITS) components, and network telecommunication systems
• Geographic information system and other graphic design programs
• Microsoft office

Ability to:

• Operate electronic and computerized systems and software for traffic signal operating controls and equipment
• Comprehend electrical drawings, plans, and specifications
• Maintain accurate and complete records
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with City staff and stakeholders
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from a variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds

Any combination of education and/or experience which has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to satisfactory job performance would be qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: completion of an AA or AS degree from an accredited institution of higher learning in Civil Engineering Technology or Drafting Technology and four years of progressively responsible technical civil engineering experience, or completion of six years of progressively responsible technical civil engineering experience.  Additional course work in civil engineering is desirable.
 

Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California driver’s license is required at time of appointment.

ABOUT FREMONT

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 as the 3rd Best City in the Nation to raise a family, also according to a 2018 Wallet Hub Survey.  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 235,439 residents. As a full service city, Fremont employs over 937 regular employees and has a General Fund budget of $205.7 million for the 2018-19 fiscal year. 

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.  Think Fremont!  

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The annual salary range for this position is $79,686.93 –$96,873.19.  Placement in the range will depend on experience and qualifications.  Fremont offers an attractive benefits package, which includes, but is not limited to: CalPERS retirement plan, paid holiday, medical, dental and other City paid benefits. A complete benefits summary can be found at Fremont.gov or by using this link: Benefits Summary

HOW TO JOIN OUR TEAM

To be considered for this position, apply online by submitting a completed City application, and resume at City of Fremont Jobs. (www.fremont.gov/cityjobs)

The test process for this position may include a written and/or performance exam, an individual and/or panel interview, fingerprint and reference checks.  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 participate in the process.

Reasonable Accommodation: Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4660.  The City of Fremont is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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