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Position Summary:

Under general direction, formulates and develops recommendations for short and long-range traffic, transportation and parking policies and directs or assists in directing the implementation of all plans, projects and programs which provide for the safe and efficient movement of vehicles, pedestrians, bicyclists and goods. Prepares written and verbal reports to City Council, Planning Commission, Complete Streets Commission, and other boards and commissions and external agencies as needed. Reviews traffic studies and mitigation plans related to zoning changes, use permits, and redevelopment to ensure conformance with best management practices. Performs traffic and civil engineering work in the review, development, design, construction of variety of municipal traffic related capital improvement projects. Coordinates grant writing and grant management; performs liaison functions with other local, sub-regional and regional agencies, community committees and groups on behalf of the City and performs other duties as required.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Selects, directs, assigns, and evaluates professional and administrative support staff
• Trains staff in work procedures and administers discipline as required
• Directs budget oversight, acquisition of grant funding from outside agencies, schedule and route development, performance monitoring, and evaluation
• Acts as project manager for comprehensive transportation studies and projects related to school commute safety, bicycle program, and other transportation projects and programs
• Prepares reports to senior management, City Council, boards and commissions
• Leads project teams consisting of other staff, consultants, or contractors and citizen participants;
• Manages and designs traffic and transportation-related Capital Improvement Projects
• Acts as City liaison with County, regional and state agencies involved with transportation planning and funding
• Directs, coordinates, and prepares reports and studies on transportation projects and issues and makes presentations to various commission and committees
• Prepares documentation and represents the City as required for applying for, securing, and managing outside transportation grant revenue
• Acts as liaison to special committees and governmental agencies; makes presentations to community, staff, and City Council
• Determines scope of work, prepares requests for proposals, evaluates proposals, and participates in the selection of consultants and negotiation of consultant contracts
• Manages and administers contracts through course of work
• Coordinates transportation issues with various disciplines within City government related to development and capital project review
• Performs field investigations, data collection and analyses, traffic counts, engineering evaluations, issues work requests and other analytical functions to respond to citizen requests and complaints
• Assists in budget preparation and monitoring
• Acts as staff liaison to the Complete Streets Commission
• performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Principles and practices of civil engineering and transportation planning; relevant federal, state, local laws and regulations; functions of state, federal and local transportation agencies; data management, including database and spreadsheet applications and specialized transportation computer applications.

SKILLS AND ABILITY TO:

Implement, interpret and explain complex policies, procedures and ordinances; conduct analytical studies, compile technical and statistical information; prepare clear and concise correspondence and reports; perform with considerable independence; communicate effectively, orally and in writing; make effective, informative presentations utilizing appropriate audio/visual tools and resources; prepare professional reports and contract documents; make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions; perform signal and stop warrants; carry out customer service in a patient, responsive and professional manner; multi-task in a dynamic work environment.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Experience: Five years of progressively responsible professional planning, project management, civil engineering or administrative experience primarily in transportation planning and civil design activities, including at least two years in a project lead/manager capacity.

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning, Public Administration, Urban Planning or other closely related subject from an accredited university.

Required and Desired Licenses or Certificates: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License is required. A license as a California Civil Engineer or Traffic Engineer is highly desired.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, to inspect City development and construction sites, to operate a motor vehicle, and to visit various City and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas and walking on uneven terrain and climbing to reach certain access points may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve 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. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: The salary range for this position ranges from $138,576.47 up to $168,440.57 annually. Placement within the range will be DOE.

This position is at-will and the full terms and conditions of this position will be subject to an employment contract.

The benefits package offered by the City includes:

• Retirement: CalPERS retirement plan for Classic members is 2% @ 60 with employee paying a contribution of 7%. PEPRA employees participate on a 2.0% @ 62 plan, with employee paying 6.75% of the retirement contribution. Benefits based on highest three years of compensation. The City does not participate in Social Security.
• Health Plans: Choice of HMO or PPO plans through CalPERS Health with most family plans covered at 100%. Employees who waive coverage may receive stipend of $350 per month.
• Dental/Vision: City offers a dental and vision reimbursement plan.
• Vacation Leave: Management new hires may combine previous years of experience from other public agencies to receive increased accrual rate.
• Flexible Spending Plan: Dependent care and health care reimbursement plan available.
• Deferred Compensation: Voluntary participation in either Nationwide or ICMA-RC.
• Holidays: 10 annual holidays, plus one floating holiday.
• Vacation: 10 days annually.
• Sick Leave: Allowance of 12 days annually.
• Management Leave: Allowance of 80 hours each fiscal year.
• Cell phone allowance: $35.00 per month.
• The City follows a Defined 9/80 schedule with offices closed every other Friday.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: A completed City application, cover letter and resume must be received online.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

 The recruitment will remain open until the position is filled. Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including a livescan background investigation. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination. 

This position is open until filled with a first review date of February 12, 2021

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER  

The City of Los Altos is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or sexual orientation. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process, should advise City of Los Altos upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. 

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER 

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.  

Community

Located nearly halfway between the metropolitan powerhouses of San Francisco and Sacramento, Suisun City is a hidden gem of the Bay Area. Suisun City is accessible from Interstate 80 via Highway 12 and Amtrak’s Capitol Corridor commuter rail stop at the Train Depot, right to the heart of the City’s historic Waterfront District, making it a prime location for job seekers as well as homeowners. The community is a unique destination for a Bay Area day trip, an overnight getaway or even a place to work, particularly with its reverse commute for inner Bay Area residents.  Residents of this mostly bedroom community take great pride in the quality of their neighborhood infrastructure and amenities.

The Position

Under general direction of the City Manager, this position manages and performs all human resource functions at the City including personnel transaction processing and personnel records management, recruitment and selection, classification, compensation, benefits, administration, leave management, labor and employee relations, and risk management activities including worker’s compensation, liability claims, general insurance, and safety and training programs; evaluates, recommends and implements management decisions and practices that directly affect or influence employees.  This position is “at will” and the incumbent is hired and retained at the pleasure of the appointing authority.

The City of Citrus Heights is seeking an advanced journey level professional to provide highly responsible, analytical staff assistance to the Human Resources Division within the Administrative Services Department. The Administrative Services Department serves as an internal customer service provider of integrated services including human resources, finance, information technology and risk management. 

The Position

Under general supervision of the Human Resources Manager, the Senior Management Analyst will provide administration and technical assistance in the development and implementation of City programs, analytical staff assistance, and assist in office management functions. This position will assist in formulating program policy, goals and procedures, as well as manage complex and sensitive projects within the organization. The Senior Management Analyst may develop and contract Request for Proposals and new program elements to meet City goals and objectives. This position will assist in the preparation of the budget, make recommendations and monitor the budget relative to the assigned program area of responsibility, and ensure funds are available for future program area expenditures. The Senior Management Analyst consults with all levels of management staff on difficult, complex issues and performs assignments in the area of City administration, personnel, benefits, recruitment, position classification, salary administration, employee training and safety, labor relations, risk management and workers’ compensation.

This class differs from the Management Analyst I/II in that it handles the more complex, difficult and sensitive analytical assignments, using a high degree of independent judgement and requiring a substantial level of professional judgement, training, and experience, and may supervise subordinate staff.

The San Mateo County Libraries seeks an experienced, reliable, and self-motivated Library Administrative Assistant I/II.

The successful candidate is an enthusiastic team player who is able to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Under general supervision, the incumbent performs varied and complex administrative support tasks in support of the Library's Executive Team.
 
Reporting to the Director of Library Services, the Library Administrative Assistant will need to develop a good working knowledge of library administration policies, and procedures. The individual selected for this position should possess excellent organizational skills, enjoy delivering warm and welcoming customer service both internally and externally, and represent the library in a professional way when interacting with the public, other library staff, city and county executives, and elected officials.

The salary range for Library Administrative Assistant I is $69,264 - $86,570 annually.
The salary range for Library Administrative Assistant II is $78,686 - $98,384 annually.
 
We respect, value, and celebrate diversity, and bilingual skills are always desired.

San Mateo County Libraries
San Mateo County Libraries is a Joint Powers Authority comprised of the cities of Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Millbrae, Pacifica, Portola Valley, San Carlos, Woodside, and the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County, a service area with approximately 279,000 residents, 65% of whom have library cards. For more information about San Mateo County Libraries, please visit www.smcl.org.
 
Proud to consistently be named one of the top-rated libraries in the nation, we are champions of learning, sharing, and exploration of open minds, new ideas, and bright futures. It is our mission and our passion to strengthen our community by creating an inclusive sense of place and an environment for learning. We seek enthusiastic team players, creative risk takers, and flexible individuals who proactively search for new opportunities to make public library services relevant to all members of the community. Successful candidates will be excited about new challenges, eager to learn, and energized by working with people from a variety of backgrounds.

To learn more about San Mateo County Libraries, click here!

Examples of Duties:

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Assist in the development and implementation of the Library's administrative goals, priorities, policies, and procedures; ensure established goals and deadlines are achieved. 
• Attend and participate in professional and community meetings involving regular contact with the JPA Governing Board and Operations Committee, business or community organizations, and others to exchange information and explain library policies and procedures.
• Research and respond to inquiries by Library JPA Governing Board and Operations Committee members.
• Research and compile a variety of informational or statistical material from sources both inside and outside the office; summarize such information as necessary.
• Provide information and resolve public complaints which regularly require the use of judgment and the interpretation and application of policies and procedures.
• Organize and attend executive meetings by preparing agendas and required informational materials.
• Create, review, and prepare a variety of documents for the JPA Governing Board and Operations Committee members, including policies, contracts, etc.
• Assist with the development and administration of the department's budget and annual reports; may prepare or maintain statistical, fiscal, or payroll information.
• Provide varied, responsible, and often confidential and administrative assistance to high-level management and other associated supervisory and professional staff.
• Organize and manage administrative files, including the implementation of a document management system and retention policies.
• Record and report meeting proceedings and JPA memos; prepare minutes and distribute information resulting from Governing Board and Operations Committee meetings and ensure compliance with public notice requirements.
• Conduct analytical studies of organizational, budgetary, administrative, or other areas for San Mateo County Libraries.
• Analyze data from multiple sources and present information in easy-to-understand and visually appealing formats.
• Collect and analyze library performance measures.
• Perform related duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:  Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is at least two years of executive assistant experience, including providing complex administrative support to management staff.
 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Basic organizations and function of public agencies, including the role of Joint Powers Authorities, elected officials, governing boards, and appointed committees.
• Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, project management, program implementation, and evaluation.
• Techniques for handling demanding situations with diplomacy and tact while working with library staff, government officials, and the public; including maintaining a positive public image under stressful situations.
• Interpret, apply, and explain complex policies and procedures using tact, discretion, initiative, and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Maintain flexibility in a challenging and changing work environment.
• Establish and maintain effective, professional, and cooperative relationships with co-workers. Provide and promote a high level of public service.
• Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods, and records management techniques.
• Excellent communication skills including strong verbal and written skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytic and research skills.
• Creativity, curiosity, and a sense of humor. 

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION

Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help, or term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
 
Application materials will include a completed County Employment Application form, responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, and a Cover Letter that you will attach to the Application.
 
In your cover letter please describe your interest in the position and why you desire to work for the San Mateo County Libraries.
 
The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application, responses to the supplemental questions, and the required cover letter. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%).  A written examination component may accompany the panel interview process.
 
Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.
 
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.
 
Recruitment Schedule (Tentative)
Final Date to Apply: January 27, 2021
Application Screenings: January 28 and 29, 2021
Civil Service Interviews: February 9 and/or 11, 2021
 
At the County of San Mateo, we take pride in the way our employees bring together their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to serve our community's needs.  

The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Analyst: Chet Overstreet (01142021) - Administrative Assistant I/II - E029/E091

TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST

(Senior Citizen Van Driver)

$14.64 - $17.80/hr., Part-time, No Benefits

DEFINITION:  Under supervision, drives the City’s 7-15 passenger van(s) and provides responsible, safe transport for senior citizens and the physically disabled.  Schedule may include evenings, holidays and weekends; work schedule will not exceed 28 hours per week.

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

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The employee must have the ability to:

• Transport seniors and disabled community members to and from appointments.
• Have the ability to operate a wheelchair lift including correctly loading the passenger onto the wheelchair lift and effectively securing the individual to the vehicle using the appropriate tie downs; assist passengers entering and exiting the vehicle; keep daily records and logs for attendance, mileage and maintenance concerns.
• Complete a thorough pre-trip and post trip inspection of the transportation vehicle on a daily basis.
• Maintain a punctual schedule of picking up seniors for their appointments to ensure a high quality of service.
• Maintain vans, including weekly wash, motor pool inspection, weekly inventory of emergency supplies, and securing the vehicles in the City yard at the end of the night; Contact immediate supervisor and motor pool supervisors when mechanical failures arise.
• Ensure the safety of the community including passengers and personal care attendants as well as other drivers and pedestrians throughout the City.
• Ensure all passengers are safely seat belted in and that safety precautions are adhered to at all times.
• Answer phones and interact with the public in a professional and courteous manner at all times.
• Navigate the City of Fontana efficiently including adhering to speed limits and follow all traffic laws.
• Follow appropriate cash handling procedures including writing out a receipt for all customers that pay for a ride at their pick up time; Complete a daily transportation log which includes establishing the pickup times for the route’s passengers.
• Double check the day’s schedule and follow up with the transportation office to ensure that all passengers have returned home safely either through the senior services transportation vehicles or on their own accord.
• Operate a computer and related software.
• Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer.

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

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

EXPERIENCE: Successful candidate will have a valid Class B California Driver’s License with passenger endorsement, a good driving record, and some bus/van driving experience. 

WORKING CONDITIONS:  This position requires prolonged sitting, reaching, twisting, turning, grasping, making repetitive hand movements and occasional walking on level, unleveled, and slippery surfaces, bending/stooping, and crouching in the performance of daily duties.  May be required to lift, carry and/or push object weighing 10 pounds or more.  May work in all weather conditions and be subject to vibrations when holding onto steering wheel, work around moving traffic and often works with constant interruptions.  The employee must have good vision and hearing abilities.

DEFINITION

Under direction, incumbents perform varied professional technical, and administrative tasks in the operation of a centralized personnel system; assist with various employee and labor relations matters; perform onboarding and off boarding processes; conduct recruitment, selection, classification and compensation activities; administer benefits and leaves; maintain records and process personnel actions; perform related duties and special projects, as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

The Human Resources Analyst II is the journey-level class in the professional Human Resources Analyst series. Incumbents are expected to be fully competent in all major human resources functions and able to independently perform assignments.

Incumbents are required to have an in-depth and comprehensive knowledge of the policies and procedures necessary to achieve program results.

Positions in the professional Human Resources Analyst series are flexibly staffed. Incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining the knowledge, skill, experience, licenses, and certifications which meet the qualifications for and demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (illustrative only)

• Works with hiring manager to fill vacant positions. Prepares recruitment plans and announcements, develops and implements recruitment strategies, examination components and other related material for vacant positions.
• Responsible for full cycle of recruitment including reviewing applications for examinations; conducting job analyses for the validation of examinations; developing and conducting examinations; analyzing and interpreting exam results.
• Reviews and revises job descriptions to ensure they are current and accurate.
• Conducts job audits; interviews subject matter experts and develops and/or modifies class descriptions.
• Conducts salary surveys to obtain necessary data and make recommendations.
• Prepares written and oral reports including recommendations for actions; develops cost information as needed.
• Administers the benefit programs for all employees and specified retirees; collaborates regularly with the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS).
• Administers the City’s workers’ compensation and safety programs, including monitoring workers’ compensation claims and collaborating with supervisors regarding various workers’ compensation and safety issues.
• Manages employee leaves of absence, including reviewing medical documentation and tracking the duration of leaves.
• Actively prepares for and participates in labor negotiations activities.
• Interprets and applies relevant laws, rules, policies, procedures, MOU’s and ordinances for managers, supervisors, employees.
• Reviews and processes personnel forms and changes.
• Provides information and data as requested; responds to subpoenas, public request acts and other requests for information developed and/or maintained within the department.
• Organizes and maintains automated and manual personnel record systems.
• Develops and maintains forms as needed.
• Performs onboarding and off boarding duties as needed.
• Composes letters, reports, memoranda and other written material as directed or on own initiative.
• Prepares routine reports required of the City by other government agencies.

The City of San Mateo Public Works Department is looking for a

Wastewater Treatment Plant Electrical Technician

Why Join our Department?

The Public Works Department’s Environmental Services Division (ESD) is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the City’s 15.7 million gallon per day (MGD) conventional activated sludge wastewater treatment plant (WWTP). The WWTP serves a population of more than 140,000 with an annual operating budget in excess of $10 million and has a staff of 28 professional and technical personnel. Planned upgrades to the WWTP include new liquids treatment process facilities consisting of new headworks, primary treatment, and biological nutrient removal/membrane bioreactor (BNR/MBR) process.  When you join the Public Works Department, you will work among collaborative and energetic colleagues who share a passion for serving our San Mateo citizens and improving the community in which we live and work. Our team is comprised of individuals with diverse talents and experience in various fields.  We will provide you with a wide range of opportunities in a team-based collaborative environment while helping you achieve your professional goals.

Collaboration, Innovation, Respect, Creativity, Transparency and Informed Risk-taking are attributes within the City’s mission, values and organizational principles that we are seeking in the candidates.

Look to some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work: https://youtu.be/XNAF7GZUNl8

• Install, maintain, repair and research a variety of supervisory controls and replacement electrical components that are part of advanced wastewater treatment processes such as aeration, filtration, disinfection and dechlorination, sludge dewatering, odor control, and an environmental laboratory.
• Perform wiring required for the installation of electronic equipment; install high voltage underground cables in conduits; splice high and low voltage cables utilizing hand taping and pre- molded splice kits.
• Design, install, maintain, repair, test and construct electrical assemblies.
• Troubleshoot high voltage electrical systems, controls and related process equipment. Provide technical support for other work groups within Public Works.
• Specify, install, program, and repair various types of variable frequency motor drive systems.
• Fabricate, maintain, install, service, and calculate power load distributions to various motors and related equipment.
• Install and repair programmable logic controllers and install related hardware and software for control systems.
• Maintain and repair automatic control valves and associated control functions.
• Implement preventive maintenance and repair on motors from fractional to over 400 horsepower. Record and calculate current requirements for new electrical installations.
• Troubleshoot, perform inspections, preventive maintenance and repairs on industrial switchgear and high voltage equipment such as transformers, breakers, circuits, switches, relays, regulators and distribution panels.
• Specify, install, and inspect various types of conduit; isolate breakers and switches for major repairs; coordinate repairs and scheduled outages with operations staff.
• Conduct surveys to gather field data.
• Use aerial lifts, scaffolding and ladders.
• Prepare requisitions and associated documents for purchase of repair parts and supplies.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and associated costs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.