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Sonoma County Library

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ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST/NON-CONFIDENTIAL – PROGRAMS & EVENTS

ROHNERT PARK HEADQUARTERS

40 HOURS PER WEEK – FULL TIME

Under the general direction of the Youth Services Administrator, this position is responsible for helping to plan and coordinate events for all ages held in library facilities, as well as with the mobile library van. This position assists with the promotion of library events and services, develops and coordinates promotional materials (print and online), communicates with community partners, vendors and stakeholders, and assists with the procurement of supplies to support library events, and will drive the mobile library van as needed.

Spanish Bilingual Skills Preferred – Please complete the required supplemental questionnaire.

THE POSITION:

Please see the attached job specifications for full details about this position.

Under general supervision, this full-time, benefited position provides excellent customer service, performs a variety of paraprofessional administrative and specialized program support duties of considerable complexity, and other duties as required.

TYPICAL TASKS include, but are not limited to:

Prepare and analyze data

• Prepare and maintain a variety of data-driven records and reports, including statistics for event attendance and record keeping of performers’ and speakers’ fees
• Under direction, develop and maintain a database of presenters and performers
• Gather, tabulate, display, and assist in analyzing data, draft reports, tables, and other documents, and answer correspondence
• Assist in preparing internal communications necessary for execution of events such as print requests, work orders, help tickets, budget reports, activity reports, and statistics

Provide assistance for Public Services events & programs

• Under direction, work closely with staff to deliver a coordinated offering of events, programs and exhibits for the public, both inside and outside library buildings
• Inventory program supplies for in-branch events and the mobile library. Procure and coordinate purchasing of supplies for all events and programs when necessary.
• Schedule and cancel events, issue contracts to performers, maintain calendars, handle room scheduling, and coordinate availability of equipment, presentation aids, and mobile van
• Assist with preparation of displays, bibliographies, or other suitable materials to support event topics
• Assist with coordination and maintenance of event calendars
• Attend events, as needed, to ensure efficient operation

Provide general administrative duties

• Prepare reports, compile and analyze statistics
• Provide budget information to Budget and Finance by keeping records and developing reports to track the business activities of the position
• Identify opportunities for media coverage
• Assist with distribution of marketing materials
• Participate in Marketing Team meetings, and present data to assist managers in making operational and administrative decisions

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in library science, education, business or public administration, finance, human resources, management, or a related field, and two (2) years of administrative or programmatic experience.  Valid driver’s license is required, as this position will be driving the mobile library van as needed.  A 5-year DMV printout must be submitted at the time of hire.

SALARY RANGE:                 Administrative Specialist/Non-Confidential – $31.62/hour to $39.48/hour

CLOSING DATE:                   5:00 pm, Thursday, November 12, 2020

APPLICATION PROCESS:  Please go to https://www.calopps.org/sonoma-county-library

to apply.  Applications must be complete and submitted by the final filing date in order to be considered.  Resumes will not substitute for a completed application.

The application process may contain one or more of the following steps: a supplemental application, written test(s), skills assessment(s), and/or oral examination(s). 

RECRUITING PROTOCOL IN RESPONSE TO CORONAVIRUS COVID-19:

Pursuant to California Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N-29-20 issued on March 17, 2020, and all applicable COVID 19 Shelter in Place Orders issued by the Sonoma County Health Officer, the recruiting process including interviews, testing, etc. will be held via teleconference or online, if possible, unless changes occur in the state and/or county health order.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATION: Sonoma County Library will make reasonable accommodations in the recruitment process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you are invited to participate in an examination or interview and have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at (707) 545-0831 extension 1591 or dkatzung@sonomalibrary.org as soon as possible to make arrangements for your accommodation. Requesting accommodations at least 3 working/business days before the scheduled event will help to ensure availability. For further information regarding disability accommodations provided by the Library and related matters, see the Library’s website at https://sonomalibrary.org/accessibility.

The Sonoma County Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST

Under general supervision, provides excellent customer service, performs a variety of paraprofessional administrative and specialized program support duties of considerable complexity requiring thorough knowledge of the assigned program or department, its procedures, and operational details; provides administrative support to management, departmental staff, and professional library staff; performs research on a wide variety of special and ongoing projects; composes and prepares correspondence, reports, and presentations using considerable judgment in content and style; plans, organizes, and coordinates program activities; provides assistance for a wide variety of assignments related to the administration of grants, personnel, accounts/budgets, contracts, research projects, and department programs; and performs other duties as required.

Receives general supervision from assigned supervisory or management staff.  May provide training and work direction to support staff, contractors, and/or volunteers. 

Class Characteristics

This is a journey-level class, responsible for performing complex administrative and program support duties, including assisting in department-related projects and programs.  Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to the assigned area(s) of responsibility, working with a high degree of independent judgment, tact, and initiative.  Incumbents are typically responsible for the coordination of a program or activity, under the oversight of a member of management, who establishes the policy and working procedures of the function.  Employees in this classification may coordinate and lead the work of support staff, contractors, and volunteers.  This class is distinguished from the Accounting Coordinator in that the latter performs a variety of technical, accounting, and administrative duties in support of Library financial functions such as processing accounts receivable and accounts payable. 

Examples of typical JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Provides administrative support to managers and departmental staff by assisting with duties of a complex nature; acts as a liaison between management, library staff, and the public in support of library programs; participates in meetings and presents data to assist managers in making operational and administrative decisions. 

• Schedules and/or coordinates program and departmental activities and meetings, including preparing agendas and informational packets, arranges for necessary room set-up and materials to be available at meetings, taking minutes, assigning action items, and maintaining calendars.

• Assists or administers assigned department projects and/or programs as assigned by management staff; provides assistance to department staff in various research and department-related projects.
• Confers with management professionals and others in order to gather necessary information to assist in the preparation of narrative and statistical reports and resulting recommendations.
• Trains or orients staff and others in assigned areas in program activities, and in the use of documents, data, or library automated systems; researches and corrects problems.
• Tracks expenditures and monitors program and/or departments budgets; reviews and submits invoices; participates in and coordinates purchasing for the program and/or department.
• Assists in reviewing and monitoring federal, state, and other grant programs; assists in preparing or coordinating applications for such grants; assists in the bidding and contracting process including contract review and monitoring activities.

• Organizes and carries out administrative assignments; researches, compiles, and organizes information and data from various sources on a variety of specialized topics related to programs in assigned area; checks and tabulates standard mathematical or statistical data; prepares and assembles reports, manuals, articles, announcements, and other informational materials.

• Composes, types, edits, and proofreads a variety of complex documents, including forms, memos, administrative, statistical, financial, and staff reports, and correspondence for department staff from rough draft, dictation equipment, handwritten copy, verbal instructions, or from other material using a computer; inputs and retrieves data and text using a computer terminal; checks draft documents for punctuation, spelling, and grammar; makes or suggests corrections.
• Prepares and processes reports, forms, and grant applications; creates records, requests for payments, purchase orders, invoices, contracts, and agreements.
• Develops and implements filing, indexing, tracking, and record-keeping systems; researches records within areas of assigned responsibility to prepare reports and provides follow-up information to customer and staff inquiries.

• Verifies and reviews forms and reports for completeness and conformance with established regulations and procedures; applies departmental and program policies and procedures in determining completeness of applications, records, and files.
• Monitors and orders office and other related supplies; prepares, processes, and tracks purchase requisitions for services and materials; receives vendor invoices; prepares request for payment for department head approval.
• Acts as a department representative within community groups to relay or obtain relevant information regarding departmental activities.

• Coordinates and integrates department services and activities with other Library departments, programs, and outside agencies.

• Operates a variety of standard office equipment, including job-related computer hardware and software applications, copiers, postage meters, facsimile machines, multi-line telephones, and transcription equipment; may operate other department-specific equipment.
• Assists in various aspects of general administrative processes such as purchasing, facilities, operations, office automation, safety, personnel, customer service, and public information.
• Communicates orally, in writing, or through graphic representations and statistical summaries with colleagues, managers, employees, the public, organized employee groups, and representatives of various organizations.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of library administration management and government.

• Basic principles, practices, and procedures of funding sources and grant funds disbursement.

• Project and/or program coordination, research processes, and report preparation techniques.
• Municipal programs such as, but not limited to, purchasing, finance, budgeting, and other related governmental programs.
• Organizational practices as applied to the analysis, evaluation, development, and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures.

• Basic principles and practices of public administration as applied to operational unit and library program administration.
• Basic principles and practices of fund accounting and public agency budgeting.

• Research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures.
• Sources of information related to a broad range of library programs, services, and administration.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Public relations techniques.

• Principles and practices of contract administration and evaluation and budget tracking.
• Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to the operations of the assigned program or department.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.

• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.

• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Techniques for effectively representing the Library in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.

• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and Library staff.

Ability to:

• Assist in the development of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the department.
• Coordinate and oversee programmatic administrative, budgeting, and fiscal reporting activities.

• Perform responsible and difficult administrative work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative.
• Plan, organize, and carry out assignments from management staff with minimal direction.
• Conduct research on a wide variety of administrative topics including grant funding, contract feasibility, budget and staffing proposals, and operational alternatives.
• Analyze, interpret, summarize, and present administrative and technical information and data in an effective manner.

• Evaluate and develop improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.

• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.

• Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems.

• Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Operate and maintain modern office equipment, including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.

• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines in politically sensitive situations.

• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in library science, education, business or public administration, finance, human resources, management, or a related field, and two (2) years of administrative or programmatic experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

None.

Physical Demands

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office and library setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone.  This classification primarily works indoors and requires movement between work areas.  Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve materials and data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.  Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.  Positions in this classification occasionally lift and carry reports, records, and materials that typically weigh less than twenty-five (25) pounds.

Environmental Elements

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.  Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

May be required to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends.

PSE II – PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE WORKER I/II

CLOSE DATE: Thursday, November 5th, 2020

SALARY RANGE:
I - $16.72 Per Hour   II - $18.01 Per Hour   

FINAL FILING DATE:
A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department by 5:00 P.M., Thursday, November 5th, 2020

THE POSITION
The PSE II – Public Works Maintenance Worker I position performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled labor in the construction, maintenance and repair of County roads, bridges, culverts and other related structures, and in various traffic control maintenance and repair activities or in the various solid waste site activities; operates a variety of construction, maintenance and transportation equipment as necessary to complete daily tasks  at the Glenn County Public Works Agency. The Public Works Maintenance Worker II is the entry/journey-level responsible to perform a wider range of duties in the assigned maintenance area and is required to have a Class B driver’s license with appropriate endorsements. This position is at-Will, Temporary and Part-Time - scheduled for Thursday – Saturday, 8am – 4:30pm, up to twenty-five (25) hours per week. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next twelve (12) months.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Experience:            Some experience in the construction trades or road maintenance is desirable.

Training:        Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

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

For a complete job description, please visit the Glenn County Personnel Department

THE COUNTY OF GLENN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WE ENCOURAGE MINORITIES, WOMEN AND DISABLED INDIVIDUALS TO APPLY. IN ADDITION, BI-LINGUAL (SPANISH, HMONG, LAOTIAN) INDIVIDUALS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. WE ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO APPLICANTS. QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES WHO NEED A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION DURING THE APPLICATION OR SELECTION PROCESS SHOULD CONTACT THE PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

     Partners in Reading (PAR) is a department within SJPL that delivers adult and family literacy services to residents of San José. Volunteer tutors are trained and matched with adults to assist with reading, writing, problem solving, computer and life skills. Over the last 30 years, PAR has trained over 4,574 tutors who have instructed over 6,470 adult learners. PAR has expanded beyond one-to-one and small group tutoring and has developed and delivered vocational literacy programs and enhanced its family literacy program. PAR has also been offering basic and advanced ESL classes at libraries and community centers. 

     The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating the above mentioned programs as well as have a strong understanding of current trends in adult and family literacy that may result in the development of new programs and services for SJPL. Other duties will include: directing and evaluating staff; writing, implementing, and monitoring grants; monitoring budgets; collaborating with community organizations, volunteers, other library jurisdictions, City Departments, and the Library Foundation; collaborating with internal library departments such as Family Learning Centers, SJPL Works, Early Education, and Centralized Programming/Instruction; working with California Library Literacy Services (CLLS) at the State Library; representing SJPL in community meetings as the adult and family literacy advocate; and understanding current technological trends in adult/family literacy . Additionally, this position manages the City’s Career Online High School Program which has had 97 successful graduates with the most recent graduation held on July 30, 2020.

     This position will serve as a bridge between staff teams and Administration and other resources necessary for successful support of family and adult literacy, evaluate and analyze pilots and experiments, to learn from failures and build upon success. The individual in this position will represent the Library and the Director with City staff and other stakeholders. This position will communicate results internally with Library staff and collaborate with Library Marketing to share achievements and aspirations with the public, and resource partners outside the organization. 

     The ideal candidate for this position will be a strong leader and be aware of and support, practice and promote the Mission, Vision, & Values statements of the City of San José and the San José Public Library; communicate effectively orally and in writing; have experience working with a diverse community and a diverse staff; and enjoy working in a fast-paced, innovative team environment. 

     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.

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 during the online application process: 

     1.  Please indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. (1 year = 2,080 hours of work experience)

     • I have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in public administration, social work, psychology, sociology, or in a related field such as literacy, ESL, etc. AND four years of increasingly responsible professional experience related to adult and/or family literacy.   

     • I do not meet the minimum qualifications for this position

     2. If you specified a Bachelor's Degree in a related field, please list the college or university, type of degree, and field of study.

     3. If you indicated four years of increasingly responsible professional experience related to adult literacy-based programming, please describe your experience. Specify the name of the organization(s), your job title(s), and your starting and ending dates.

     4.  Please indicate if you have experience with the following. Select all that apply.

     • Program management and implementation

     • Evaluating programs and services

     • Development of staff training

     • Establishing performance measures

     • Developing and monitoring budgets

     • None of the above

     5. If you selected any of the experience options above, please describe your experience in detail.

     6. Describe your experience working on a complex project for which you had primary or significant responsibility. Specify how you dealt with the complexity of the project, coordinated amongst key stakeholders, maintained schedule, and achieved the desired results.

     7. Describe your experience(s) relating to leading and managing in a changing environment. Please include examples of your management style in your description.

     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. 

     If you have questions about the duties of these positions, please contact Vidya Kilambi at vidya.kilambi@sanjoseca.gov.

     If you have questions about the selection or hiring processes, please contact Aletia Egipciaco at aletia.egipciaco@sanjoseca.gov

The City of Thousand Oaks Hill Canyon Wastewater Treatment Plant (HCTP) has an excellent opportunity!   We are seeking a highly motivated, organized and detail-oriented Laboratory Aide to assist with a variety of wastewater analysis, including testing, sampling, research, laboratory cleanliness, and analytical data entry.  The Laboratory Aide will be a team player, and self-starter, and take a proactive and solutions-oriented approach in the support of the day-to-day laboratory operations. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist with sample collection at various sites within the facility, test preparation, and the analysis of process control samples; communicate laboratory results to appropriate staff
• Generate, input, and track data
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, including cleaning of instruments, equipment, laboratory bench tops, and glassware
• Assist with the calibration of laboratory equipment, instruments, and sample container preparation
• Assist in the preparation of laboratory reagents, standards, and bacteriological media for testing
• Operate pH meter, analytical balances, autoclaves, and other basic bench top instrumentation

The Department of Public Works is seeking to fill an Information Systems Analyst position to function as a member of the Enterprise Asset Management Group in the Technology Services Section. The primary role of this position is to act as the technical lead supporting and managing a fully implemented activity-based asset management application with an Oracle backend database (FleetFocus by AssetWorks) and performing all duties necessary for maintaining, supporting, and optimizing systems supporting the Fleet Division.

This position must ensure business processes for users are documented and that systems meet customer expectations. This position is responsible for ongoing user training, report creation (using tools such as Crystal Reports), system administration, system support, maintenance, programming efforts, and must maintain excellent customer relations. This is a professional level position in the IT professional management series and may be expected to act in a supervisory role.

The ideal candidate must be able to work in a dynamic environment and effectively perform operational tasks in addition to implementing projects. The position will function with minimum supervision and must be a critical thinker and effective decision maker regarding database, application, policy, and procedure. Written and verbal communication skills are very important since this position will be the point of contact for internal customer technical support, client and division staff training, and Assetworks technical support. This position will mainly focus on duties outlined above but may be responsible at any time for new system implementation.

Duties may include but are not limited to:

• Master, manage, and support all modules of AssetWorks FleetFocus fleet management software (FleetFocus) application used by the Department of Public Works Fleet Division. 

• Plan, coordinate, and implement all application upgrades. Test and resolve production support problems in a prompt and efficient manner, including providing ITD DBA with all Oracle database scripts and structure to implement.

• Liaise with AssetWorks on the development of system enhancements to overcome known problems or further fulfill user requirements.

• Lead all QA, testing, and documentation of new releases within the FleetFocus platform.

• Develop, test, deploy and maintain hosted and web applications to address the Fleet Division business needs.

• Coordinate and maintain database objects (tables, views, stored procedures and packages) to support FleetFocus functionality.

• Develop reports using Crystal Reports or reporting services within the FleetFocus platform or other technology supporting the Fleet Division.

• Communicate effectively orally and in writing to technical and non-technical audiences.

• Act as subject matter expert for FleetFocus application and remain up-to-date with FleetFocus and general fleet management technology development trends, keeping knowledge and skills current.

• Manage Verizon NetworkFleet and GeoTab portals to maintain a digital blueprint of every aspect of a vehicle's operation.

• Build and deploy data visualization tools using Tableau and Microsoft Power BI to help department management access and interpret data.

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 City of Lincoln is hiring for the position of Public Works Director.  The recruitment is open until filled, interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.  

Lincoln's Public Works Director is responsible for the budgeting, operation and maintenance of the various department divisions, including the airport, grounds and facilities, streets, water distribution, water quality, solid waste, sanitary sewer collection and treatment, and the City's fleet.  Responsibilities include preparation of the Urban Water Management Plan, Sanitary Sewer Management Plan; managing utility rate studies for water, sewer and solid waste; and tracking the expenditures and accounting for Maintenance Community Facilities Districts, Benefit Assessment Districts, and Landscape Lighting Assessment Districts.

The Public Works Director serves as the Senior Technical Advisory Committee Representative for the City on the Western Placer Waste Management Authority and is the alternate representative for the City on the Regional Water Authority Board of Directors.

For more information about the City of Lincoln, our benefits, and the position, see our job brochure.  To be considered for this opportunity, click Apply to submit an application, resume and cover letter.

STREET MAINTENANCE OPERATOR I/II

3 Positions are Available

Open: Monday, October 19, 2020

Closed: Monday, November 2, 2020 at 5:00 PM

(or until 100 applications are received, whichever occurs first)

A completed online employment application and questionnaire is REQUIRED

Incomplete or late applications will NOT be accepted.

Resumes will NOT be considered in lieu of the required employment application.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under immediate supervision (Street Maintenance Operator I) or general supervision (Street Maintenance Operator II), performs semi-skilled to skilled maintenance, repair, and construction work assigned to the streets division; operates maintenance and construction tools and equipment; performs a variety of maintenance tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Street Maintenance Operator I: This is the entry level class in the Street Maintenance Operator series. This class is distinguished from the Street Maintenance Operator II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to workers in this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters related to established procedures and guidelines as are positions allocated to the II level. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or non directly related work experience. Employees work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks.

Street Maintenance Operator II: This is the full journey level class within the Street Maintenance Operator series. This class is distinguished from the Street Maintenance Operator I by the assignment of the full range of duties assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Handle complaints and answer questions from the public.

2. Perform general electrical, painting, plumbing and carpentry work as needed.

3. Make minor adjustments on service equipment; maintain tools and equipment in working order.

4. Oversee the work of community service workers.

5. Maintain logs of daily activities.

6. Assist in other areas as needed.

7. Perform related duties as required.

8. Repair and replace street surfaces, sidewalks, curbs, and gutters including back filling trenches and evacuations.

9. Perform the maintenance, repair, construction, and installation work of streets, storm drain, parking lots, street lights, traffic striping, and traffic control signs and signals.

10. Remove hazards from the roadway and other public rights of way.

11. Operate a variety of motorized equipment and specialized maintenance equipment.

12. Perform repaving, patching, overlaying, chuck hole, and crack sealing repair of asphalt.

13. Perform underground service alert locating, marking and notification.

14. Lay out and install traffic signs and pavement markings.

15. Repair and maintain storm drain lift stations.

16. Conduct traffic count surveys.

17. Maintain storm detention ponds, including cleaning, repairing, and spraying weeds.

18. Respond to hazardous materials spills.

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Heavy Equipment Mechanic in the Public Works Department within the Community Development & Services Agency. Under general supervision, incumbent to this position will independently perform the full range of maintenance and repair duties on a wide variety of vehicles and equipment, including automobiles, heavy and light duty trucks, off-road equipment, and small engine powered equipment; operate a variety of hand, power and shop tools and perform related work as assigned. This classification requires specialized knowledge, skills and experience in equipment maintenance. This is the heavy equipment specialized journey level in the mechanic series.

About CDSA:

The Community Development and Services Agency (CDSA) strives to improve the overall quality of life for our residents and fiscal health of our businesses by coordinating the orderly growth and development of the County. We accomplish this by providing proper implementation of related regulations, providing community services, and by providing operation, maintenance, and expansion of Public Works infrastructure.

Example of Duties:

- Diagnose problems and perform all level of repairs, from minor to major, on both gasoline and diesel engines, including electrical, fuel, and cooling systems, and power-trains.

- Diagnose, repair and maintain air and hydraulic brake systems, equipment hydraulic systems, steering systems, and associated power take-off equipment.

- Perform preventative maintenance work on off-road equipment, heavy trucks, automobiles, and other small equipment.

- Read and interpret manuals, drawings, and specifications related to equipment and automotive repair; estimate labor, material and equipment repair needs and specific parts required to complete assignments.

- Make oral and written reports of work performed; complete forms and maintain accurate maintenance records.

- Perform minor fabrication of metal work, including the ability to cut, grind and use welding equipment to fabricate and repair parts and equipment.

- Comply with all County equipment and safety policies and procedures, and California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (CalOSHA) rules and regulations.

The City of Patterson’s Public Works Department is seeking to fill (1) one part-time Maintenance Worker positions and to establish an Eligibility List. Duties include but are not limited: Learn to perform unskilled and semi-skilled manual labor involving the repair, maintenance, and cleanup of public works facilities. Assist with digging out, breaking up and hauling away damaged sidewalks, gutters, curbs, and asphalt pavements. Assist with painting street signs, crossings, crosswalks, curbs and centerlines. Performs related duties as assigned such as assist in repairing or installing landscape irrigation systems.  Learn to trim, prune, and remove landscaping and shrubbery.

The City of Brisbane is currently recruiting for a Public Works Maintenance Worker I/II. Under the general supervision of the Public Works Team Leader, this position performs a variety of semi-skilled work in the maintenance, construction, modification, repair and operation of City infrastructure, including water systems, storm and sanitary sewers, parks, streets, trees and landscaped areas; and performs other related duties as required.  Please see the full job classification for details. Available positions can be filled at either level depending on experience, needs of the department and budget authorization.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES (Sample):

• Maintains, repairs, flushes underground water distribution lines, storm, and sanitary sewer collection systems.
• Excavates and prepares potholes and excavations related to water and wastewater line repair for patching on streets and alleys.
• Cleans storm drains, sidewalks and other appurtenances.
• Repairs and replaces plumbing fixtures, as required.
• Inspects and performs routine maintenance on HVAC equipment.
• Removes concrete, builds forms and repairs sidewalks and gutters, and performs other concrete work around City buildings.
• Maintains public facilities, shop areas and other buildings in a clean and orderly condition, performing regularly assigned custodial duties.
• Performs basic remodeling to City facilities; repairs and replaces plumbing fixtures; and repairs, replaces and maintains interior and exterior lighting systems.
• Troubleshoots maintenance and repair problems, and determines the materials and equipment required for repair.
• Contacts residents and businesses to inform them of work to be performed.
• Maintains logs and records of work performed and materials and equipment used.

 Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

Public Works Maintenance Worker I – Equivalent to graduation from high school. Six months of construction, maintenance or repair experience in at least one of the areas found in City work.

Public Works Maintenance Worker II – In addition to the above, two years of semi-skilled maintenance, construction or repair experience in a variety of craft areas at a level equivalent to the City’s Public Works Maintenance Worker I class.

Licenses:  

Public Works Maintenance Worker I - Must possess a valid California Class C driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record. Must be able to obtain Water Distribution Operator I (D1) issued by the State of California within six (6) months of appointment and obtain a Water Distribution Operator II (D2) by the State of California within eighteen (18) months of appointment.  Such licenses and certifications shall be maintained during employment.

Public Works Maintenance Worker II - Must possess a valid California Class B driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record, or be able to obtain a Class B driver’s license within twelve (12) months of appointment. Must possess a Water Distribution Operator I (D1) issued by the State of California at time of appointment. Must be able to obtain a Water Distribution Operator II (D2) by the State of California within twelve (12) months of appointment.  Such licenses and certifications shall be maintained during employment.

Knowledge of: Maintenance principles, practices, tools and materials for maintaining and repairing a variety of utilities, pump stations, water storage facilities, lift stations, facilities, buildings, grounds and equipment such as found in the City; the operation and minor maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools, vehicles and power equipment; safety equipment and practices related to the work; and safe driving rules and practices and basic traffic control procedures.

Skill in: Performing semiskilled construction, modification, maintenance and repair work on a variety of utilities, pump stations, water storage facilities, lift stations, facilities, building, grounds and equipment such as found in the City; troubleshooting maintenance problems and determining materials and supplies required for repair; skillfully and safely use and maintain tools and equipment related to the work; making accurate arithmetic calculations; reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications; maintaining accurate logs, records and basic written records of work; and working independently or in a team situation.

Physical Demands: Must possess strength, stamina and mobility to perform heavy physical work and use varied hand and power tools; safely drive a motor vehicle and operate heavy construction equipment; as well as lift and move materials and equipment weighing 90 pounds or heavier.  Must be willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions.

SALARY AND HOURS:

Maintenance Worker I:  $28.33 - $29.74 - $31.23 - $32.79 - $34.43 per hour.

Maintenance Worker II: $31.16 - $32.70 - $34.35 - $36.05 - $37.86 per hour. 

Appointment to this classification is normally made at the first step of these five step scales. Appointment to the Maintenance Worker II classification, with possession of a valid California Class B Driver’s license, would be eligible to start at the second step of the scale. This is a full-time 40 hours per week position working Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.  Must be available for regular standby assignments and work emergency overtime as required.

BENEFITS: This position is eligible for benefits under the General Employees Association memorandum of understanding.  Health benefits are offered through the CalPERS Health Program.  The City contributes to a flexible benefit plan towards the cost of several health plans offered, up to family coverage for Kaiser. City provides paid vision through VSP, dental through a self-insured reimbursement program, long-term disability and life insurance coverage through Voya Financial, and an Employee Assistance Program through MHN.  Retirement benefits are provided through CalPERS: 2%@60 for Classic members, 2%@62 for New (PEPRA) members.  The City will make a contribution of 1.5% to a Deferred Compensation 457K plan with additional matching available.  Flexible health reimbursement and dependent care spending accounts are also available.  Free commuter shuttle to and from BART and Caltrain.

LEAVE:

Vacation:  80 hours annually

Sick:   8 hours of sick leave accrued monthly

Holidays: 14 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays 

Longevity:  40 hours after 15 years of service

APPLICATION PROCESS: Interested candidates must submit a completed on-line employment application at www.calopps.org.  Resumes in lieu of a completed application will not be accepted. ONLY THE FIRST 100 APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Applications must be received by Monday, December 7, 2020, at 5:00 PM or until the maximum number of applications are received.  Postmarks and faxes will not be accepted. 

SELECTION PROCESS: Applications will be screened and a limited number of the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to the written examination.  Written examinations are multiple-choice.  A limited number of top scorers from the written examination will be invited to the oral panel interview. An eligibility list will be established from those who pass the written examination and oral panel interview process.  Eligibility lists are good for one year, unless abolished sooner.  As positions are available, candidates on the eligibility list may be contacted by the department and scheduled for additional interviews and/or performance testing.  Depending on the number of applicants, this process may be altered. Recommendations for appointment from this list will be made to the Public Works Director, who will make the final decision.  Prior to appointment, a thorough background check, including fingerprinting for submission to the Department of Justice must be completed, as well as a pre-employment physical evaluation, including drug testing.

The City of Brisbane is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin, or any other status protected by state,  federal or city law in its employment actions, decisions, policies, and practices. The duties described in this job announcement 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 the position.  This job announcement does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.