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The Ross Valley Sanitary District invites applications for the position of 

Operations and Maintenance Superintendent

The Operations and Maintenance Superintendent (O&M Superintendent) oversees all aspects of wastewater conveyance system operations and maintenance. This position reports to the Operations and Maintenance Manager and supervises and directs assigned staff.

Under the direction of the Operations and Maintenance Manager, the Operations and Maintenance Superintendent is responsible for managing the daily operations of the District wastewater collection and conveyance system, maintenance on infrastructure such as cleaning of gravity lines, operation and maintenance of pump stations, inspection and testing of air valve assemblies, customer service calls requiring field personnel response, overseeing the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) of the Operations and Maintenance Department.

Sample Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Recommend and implement District goals and objectives; establish performance standards and methods for the operation and maintenance of the District’s sewage conveyance system and the maintenance of District facilities and fleet; develop and implement policies, procedures and metrics.
• Evaluate operation and maintenance activities; implement improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operation and maintenance activities.
• Direct and supervise safe and effective operations and maintenance of sewage collection systems and staff.
• Supervise assigned employees including directing work, conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training, and implementing hiring, discipline and termination procedures.
• Collaborate with colleagues on District projects and development and implementation of policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Include: 

• Principles of wastewater collection and conveyance systems, including best practices, procedures, methods, materials, tools, equipment, and supplies as applicable.
• Use and maintenance of heavy equipment, vehicles, power tools, and hand tools utilized in the maintenance of District’s wastewater collection system, pump stations, and related appurtenances.
• Safety regulations, standards, and procedures in wastewater collection system and pump station maintenance.
• Principles and practices of facilities and fleet management.
• Principles and practices of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Principles and procedures of emergency response preparedness.
• Adept at using good personal judgment and discretion; remaining calm in crisis, emergency, and/or other stressful situations, and using discretion when handling and disseminating sensitive information.
• Providing excellent customer service and emergency response.

Required Qualifications:  Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of:

• Equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by CWEA certification or courses in water/wastewater resources, project management, or a related field. A college degree is desirable.
• Three years of experience as a supervisor, preferably in water or wastewater operations.

Licensing, Certification, and Registration Standards: 

• Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record and insurability under the District’s vehicle liability insurance coverage.
• Possession of California Water Environmental Association (CWEA) certifications such as Collection System Maintenance Grade III, Grade IV and/or Mechanical Technical Grade I is desirable.

ROSS VALLEY SANITARY DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Date Posted:            September 17, 2020

Classification:          COORDINATOR, EARLY LEARNING QUALITY AND INCLUSION
                                   Open recruitment

Work Schedule:       8 hours per day (8:00AM – 5:00PM);
                                   5 days per week (Monday – Friday);
                                 12 months per year
 

Salary Range:          Step A                   Step B                   Step C                  Step D                 Step E
(monthly)               starting                   6 mos                  18 mos                 30 mos               42 mos
                                $10,313                $10,906                 $11,533               $12,197               $12,899

Benefits:  Total Compensation Package:  Placement on salary schedule.  If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,075.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis.  If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $300.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  A vision plan (VSP) is also available.  Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

Current Vacancy:     Educational Services Division; Early Learning Support Services Department;
                                   101 Twin Dolphin Drive; Redwood City, CA  94065

Application Deadline:          Friday, October 2, 2020     (application and supplemental application must be received online, or in the Personnel Office by 4:00PM)

Job Summary:  Under the direction of the Executive Director of Early Learning Support Services (ELSS), plan, organize and manage the operations and activities of early learning quality improvement initiatives with a focus on supporting children with special needs and disabilities; provide leadership and coordinate communications, meetings, budgets, grants, data collection, and project reporting requirements, collaborate with program staff, schools, and community partners in project planning, implementation and project evaluation activities; serve as a technical resource and liaison to staff and community partners on early learning initiatives; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.

Essential Job Functions:              

• Ensure quality preschool services for all children by implementing project objectives that promote significant improvement in school readiness and achievement of children of color, children living in poverty, English learners and children with special needs and disabilities
• Work with the ELSS Executive Director in managing the initiatives, including budget development, compliance monitoring, data and fiscal reporting
• Plan, organize, and manage the timely and effective implementation of initiative’s operations and activities including services provided by subcontractors and consultants
• Work with staff and partner agencies to implement and refine initiative goals and objectives; coordinate the development of policies, procedures, and plans for human and resource allocations
• Develop subcontract documents and serve as lead for subcontractor and consultant agreements needed to implement the initiatives
• Provide leadership, coordinate and facilitate communications, meetings, reporting functions, partnerships and information
• Provide consultation and technical assistance to subcontractors, administrators, and personnel and outside agencies; respond to inquiries, assure proper and timely resolution of issues or concerns related to initiatives policies and procedures, and modify services to ensure compliance with required standards
• Research information and prepare project funding proposals; develop, write and review agreements with outside service providers; participate in contract monitoring procedures and ensure subcontractor compliance with project policies and procedures
• Prepare and maintain a variety of records, reports and files related to financial activity, budgets, grants, contracts, meetings, and assigned duties; assure mandated reports are submitted to appropriate administrator, funding agency or governmental organization in accordance with established time lines and requirements
• Establish, develop and maintain partnerships with community resources and outside agencies to facilitate and enhance support the Early Learning field
• Plan, schedule, coordinate and arrange meetings according to established time lines and requirements; prepare and develop meeting agendas; assure proper recording of meeting minutes; attend and participate in The Big Lift and other meetings related to Quality Improvement Initiatives; present materials, data, research and information related to needs, issues, operations and activities
• Develop annual preliminary budgets for Quality Improvement Initiative contracts; analyze financial data and reports and authorize expenditures
• Provide consultation and technical assistance to contractors, personnel, administrators, outside agencies and others relating to Early Learning quality initiatives’ services; respond to inquiries and provide detailed and technical information
• Monitor the quality of preschool programs participating in Quality Initiatives to assure compliance with established standards, requirements and contract specifications; visit preschool sites to observe classroom activities, confer with assigned consultants and staff, provide technical support, review documentation and assure child development needs are being met; identify and assure proper and timely resolution of compliance issues
• Develop, implement and conduct staff development, and public information activities concerning Early Learning Quality Improvement Initiatives; prepare and deliver oral and written presentations using a variety of media, to explain related principles, theories, standards, guidelines, requirements, practices, procedures and techniques
• Maintain current knowledge of educational methods, research, practices and standards related to quality early childhood education and related laws, codes, and regulations
• Participate in a variety of community outreach activities to facilitate and enhance community awareness of Early Learning Quality Improvement Initiatives; prepare and distribute a variety of promotional and informational materials
• Manage assigned contracts and grants and budgets and reports to funders on contract deliverables
• Act as project liaison within the community representing both the County Office of Education and Big Lift program
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel

Qualifications:  Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification.  Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

EDUCATION:   Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Development, Social Science or related field.  A special education degree or specialization, and a CA Child Development permit are preferred.

EXPERIENCE:   Three to four years of professional-level experience in an organization serving at-risk families with young children including responsibility for program coordination, project planning and management, fiscal oversight, grants management, and project evaluation.

LICENSE:         Possession of/or ability to attain a valid California Driver’s License

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:     

Knowledge of:

• Administration and Management - Program planning, project management, budget development, fiscal accountability, compliance monitoring, supervision and staff development, performance evaluation; fundraising and grant writing; project recordkeeping and reporting
• Professional Development - Coaching/mentoring strategies; training techniques; training content development; meeting facilitation
• Early Learning Educational Practices - Research and best practices in early learning and the childcare landscape in California including licensing requirements; education alignment strategies within the pre-K learning environment; CA Preschool Learning Foundations and Curriculum Frameworks; state and federal subsidy programs, and existing quality improvement systems and programs
• Educational and Programmatic Assessment – Methods of child screening, observation and assessment including the California Desired Results Developmental Profile System, and methods of early learning program improvement including Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) frameworks
• Program Evaluation – Current research tools and standards for measuring quality in early learning programs and services; data systems, data collection, analysis and reporting
• Collective Impact - Collaborative partnership development strategies
• Communications - Communication and information dissemination strategies techniques. Written, oral, social and visual media options

Skill/Ability to:

• Project Coordination – Develop scope of work to meet initiative goals and objectives; establish service activity timelines and measurable outcomes; establish collaborative partnerships with community agencies
• Active Listening/Learning – Give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand points being made and asking questions as appropriate; understand implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
• Training/Coaching - Identify the developmental/coaching needs of others; develop training programs or classes; deliver instruction to improve knowledge and skills; motivate, develop and direct people as they work
• Organizing/Planning/Problem Solving - Develop project goals and objectives; organize and prioritize project activities to accomplish objectives; analyze information, evaluate results and choose the best solution and solve problems; meet schedules and time lines
• Group Process – Facilitate group strategy and decision-making meetings; lead collective impact group participants to achieve desired results and outcomes
• Oral/Written Expression - Express complex information in an understandable and effective way; make public presentations and present seminars to small and large groups of people; write clearly, accurately and effectively
• Interpersonal - Establish rapport and maintain effective work relationships with diverse groups of people including children and families; work collaboratively and communicate effectively exhibiting tact and patience; navigate differences of opinion and resolve conflicts
• Technical - Manage data and create presentations using MS word, Excel, and PowerPoint software
• Supervision – Perform effective staff supervision, performance management and employee development

Physical Requirements:  Applicants must possess the physical abilities outlined below with or without accommodation.  San Mateo County Office of Education will consider reasonable accommodation requests.

• Vision sufficient to read a computer screen and small print in computer manuals
• Hearing sufficient to understand verbal communication over the phone or in person
• Speaking sufficient to communicate information over the phone and to both small and large groups of people
• Dexterity of hands and fingers sufficient to operate a computer keyboard
• Sitting/Standing for extended periods of time while on school site visits, conducting meetings, and delivering seminars

Examination Process:  The examination process for this classification will consist of:

1. Supplemental questionnaire (anticipated date- October 5, 2020)
2. A written examination (anticipated date- October 8, 2020)
3. An oral board examination (anticipated date- October 20, 2020)

Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire will be scored, and must be completed for the application to be considered.

All work experience, education, training, and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline.  Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

APPLICATIONS COMPLETED IMPROPERLY MAY BE CAUSE FOR INELIGIBILITY, DISQUALIFICATION OR MAY LEAD TO LOWER SCORES.  It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure all attachments have been received by the analyst after submission and prior to the expiration of the deadline date and time. Applicants will not be contacted about missing documentation or attachments.

Applicants will only be contacted by email about this position during each phase of the recruitment; therefore, it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that their registered email address is accurate and kept up-to-date and to check spam filter and junk email for updates for this recruitment. 

Applicants will need to pass each part of the examination process as outlined above to move forward through this recruitment.

NOTE:  Examination procedures subject to change as deemed necessary by the Executive Director, Personnel Commission Services.

Candidates who pass all of the examination processes are ranked on an eligibility list according to their score(s).  Selection for positions will be made from among the top three ranks of candidates.  The job eligibility list will be active for one (1) year unless it is abolished because of an insufficient number of available candidates.

Personnel Commission

101 Twin Dolphin Drive

Redwood City, CA  94065

650-802-5300

classifiedjobs@smcoe.org

https://www.smcoe.org/about/personnel-commission/

Proof of citizenship or legal status will be required upon offer of employment.

San Mateo County Office of Education provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons.  The recruitment, testing, and hiring of all personnel will be without regard to race, ancestry, national origin, age, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marriage status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, or veteran status.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, the Maintenance Worker, performs a variety of semi-skilled work in the maintenance of parks, grounds, trees, recreational facilities, public grounds, storm sewers, sidewalks, medians, street signs and markings, and repair and upkeep of streets. Operates maintenance and construction equipment; and does related work as required.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: The following statements are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all inclusive for specific positions.

• Performs or learns to perform a variety of parks and streets maintenance tasks including watering, mowing, edging, weeding, spraying, trimming, pruning, planting and removing flowers, plants, trees and turf.
• Maintenance and reconstruction of curbs, gutters, sidewalks, storm drains, pavement, and pavement markings.
• Assists with the installation of park, street and recreation as it relates to facility maintenance.
• Operates or is trained to operate park and street maintenance equipment and motor vehicles such as dump trucks, water trucks, backhoes/loaders, forklifts, sprayers, chippers, power mowers, edgers, hand tools, rollers, asphalt breakers, airless and air operated paint machines, air compressors, generators, hand tools and related equipment.
• Performs routine maintenance work in the care of tools and supplies.
• Assists with the installation and maintenance of traffic control and informational devices.
• May be required to work weekends or holidays or in the event of emergencies.
• Performs other related work as required.

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

KNOWLEDGE OF: Uses and purposes of various hand tools employed in basic laboring; safety precautions and practices necessary in working with hand tools and heavy equipment; the operation and maintenance of a variety of light and heavy equipment.

SKILL AND ABILITY TO: Perform routine maintenance activities related to park, street or facility maintenance; understand and follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; work with the variety of tools related to maintenance; learn to operate a variety of maintenance equipment; and perform heavy manual labor.; work indoors or outdoors under adverse weather conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND GENERAL WORKING CONDITIONS: While performing maintenance activities, the Maintenance Worker is required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; reach; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; lift and/or move 80 lbs. Heavy physical indoor or outdoor work is required during the course of a normal maintenance work day. Work in inclement weather is also required. Work on holidays, weekends, and nights may be required.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Any combination of the listed experience and education requirements may lead to a qualifying application. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• One year of related experience in public works maintenance and/or construction work is related but not required
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record

IDEAL CANDIDATE POSSESSES THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERISTICS:  Is highly professional, patient, respectful, and ethical; possesses excellent problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude. Communicates effectively and proactively both verbally and in writing. Enjoys working in a small town atmosphere with an engaged public, including merchants, property owners and residents.

COMPENSATION:
This is a part-time, temporary position. Approximately 20 hours per week.
$22.00 to $27.00 hourly DOE

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.

OTHER INFORMATION

Temporary employees are non-benefited, at-will positions. Since the City does not participate in Social Security and is required to provide an alternative retirement plan, you are required to participate in the City's defined contribution retirement plan through Nationwide where 3.75% of your gross compensation per pay period is deducted and put into the plan. The City matches this 3.75% for a total contribution of 7.5% of your gross compensation per pay period.

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.  

Under general supervision, the Maintenance Worker is assigned to the Streets and Sewers Division of the Public Works Department and is responsible for performing a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks and operating power-driven road maintenance or construction equipment and trucks.

Examples of duties include:

• Operation and maintenance of power-driven street, sewer, and construction equipment
• Cleaning of sewer lines and storm drains
• Performance of concrete work and other construction and street resurfacing projects

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The County of San Mateo's Human Services Agency, Children and Family Services Branch is seeking well-qualified and motivated individuals for the position of Psychiatric Social Worker (PSW). Under general supervision, PSWs provide therapeutic counseling and support services to children and families connected to the child welfare system and individual and group therapeutic counseling and case management services to clients having basic and/or severe emotional, family, and/or social adjustment problems.

Current vacancies include:

• 2 vacancies in the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths/Child Family Team (CANS/CFT) assignment
• 1 vacancy in the Foster Family Agency (FFA) assignment

The CANS/CFT PSW completes or assists in gathering information for the State required Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) assessment for children and families involved in the child welfare system. This position works collaboratively with the CFS social worker and BHRS clinician to create a client-focused clinical needs and services plan. This role is also responsible for facilitating the Child and Family Team meetings to ensure that clients are actively involved in every aspect of their child welfare case, mental health treatment and service planning. In addition, this position may also provide short-term mental health and case management services to clients in the child welfare system. 

The FFA PSW is responsible for coordinating and monitoring the mental health services for the children in the FFA therapeutic program; coordinating, facilitating, and creating the individual needs and services plans for the youth; providing therapeutic support services to the youth and resource parent; and developing and coordinating the monthly foster parent trainings. The FFA PSW also assists with the recruitment, admission, and retention of SMC FFA resource homes referred to the program.

CFS operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Services are based on client need and availability. Staff may be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

The ideal candidate will possess: 

• Experience delivering behavioral health services to children exhibiting challenging behaviors due to trauma.
• Solid clinical treatment, assessment, diagnostic and evaluation skills working with a youth population.
• Knowledge of principles, techniques and trends in counseling, psychotherapy, clinical case management, crisis management, as well as trauma-informed child abuse treatment and other evidence-based practices.
• Knowledge of the CANS tool and CFT practices.
• Experience working with youth with complex issues involving abuse and neglect, trauma, behavioral health, and substance use. Experience facilitating collaborative meetings with clients and partners.
• Experience conducting individual, group, and family therapy. Solid documentation skills: progress notes, assessments, needs and service plans, etc.
• Experience providing field-based services.
• Collaboration and coordination of services with other providers.
• Experience working with multi-cultural clients and staff from a trauma-informed perspective, including ensuring services provided are culturally-relevant and involve the child and family's participation to nurture the child's well-being.
• Experience establishing and maintaining effective work relationships.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Licensure/Certification:

• PSW II - current California license as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

or 

• MFT II - current California license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT).

A typical way to qualify is Master's degree in Social Work, Social Welfare, or a closely related field.
 

Final Filing Deadline:  September 22, 2020

To learn more about the position and to apply online, please visit our website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanmateo/jobs/2716262/child-welfare-psychiatric-social-worker-ii-spanish-speaking-preferred-open. Applications are only accepted online. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application. EOE

HHSA PROGRAM MANAGER II

CLOSE DATE: Monday, September 28th, 2020

SALARY RANGE:
$3,280.80 - $3,988.80 Bi-weekly
(New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning of the salary range.)
 

FINAL FILING DATE:
A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department by 5:00 P.M., Monday, September 28th, 2020

THE POSITION
The HHSA Program Manager II position, under limited direction, is responsible for units and/or programs in the Public Health Division.  Positions are in departments where the organizational structure requires two (2) or more subordinate levels of supervision at the Glenn County Health and Human Services Agency.  A Program Manager II differs from the Program Manager I in that the former typically has responsibility for the total units and/or programs in a department where the organizational structure requires two (2) or more subordinate levels of supervision. This position will provide oversight to all Public Health programs. This position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next six (6) months.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of experience performing duties comparable to a Program Manager I; OR three (3) years of experience performing duties comparable to a supervisor of Public Health units and/or programs; OR a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least two years of experience comparable to a supervisor of Public Health units and/or programs.

All applicants are encouraged to review a detailed job description available at http://www.countyofglenn.net/dept/personnel/job-opportunities/job-descriptions and apply only if they clearly meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS/INFORMATION - A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
*     A Glenn County Employment Application        *    Résumé
*     Transcripts and/or Certificates                       *    Cover Letter

It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure applications are received at the Glenn County Personnel Office by 5:00 P.M., Monday, September 28, 2020.
GLENN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION:  Application forms must be filled out completely; please do not include “refer to resume” on the application. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. A separate application must be filed for each position.
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
RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS: There is no residence requirement except certain positions may require the employee to reside within a reasonable commuting distance.
TRAVEL AND RELATED EXPENSES: Glenn County does not reimburse applicants for any travel or related expenses incurred in connection with applying for employment.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference points for an open, non-promotional examination must attach a copy of their DD2l4 to their application at the time of submission. Submissions after the final filing date will not be accepted.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Applicants may be required to pass a medical examination and fingerprinting as a condition of employment or promotion. Medical exams may include a fitness exam and a drug & alcohol screen.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver’s license. See Training and Experience for any additional required license or certification.
DEGREE OR CERTIFICATIONS: Copies of all required degrees and/or certifications, as outlined in the job description, must be provided.  Please include copies of all required educational degrees beyond high school and special requirement documents such as certificates, licensures, etc. in your job application packet.
SELECTION PROCESS:  The selection process may consist of an application evaluation, oral examination, written exam and fingerprinting process. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview wherein their qualifications for this position will be reviewed in more detail. Additional testing may be applicable. If you are selected for an interview, you will automatically be contacted.
Eligible lists are used for Full-Time (40 hrs./wk. with benefits), Part-Time (20-39 hrs./wk. with benefits), and Public Service employee (PSE) temporary (limited benefits).
 

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Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers.

The Department of Transportation is currently recruiting to fill two Associate Transportation Specialist positions in the following areas:  

Position 1: POLICY AND LEGISLATION 

The Planning, Policy, and Sustainability Group is seeking a Policy Associate who will, under general direction of Division Manager, help develop, analyze, and influence transportation policy on behalf of DOT and the City.  The position performs work of considerable sensitivity in transportation policy management, planning, and analysis at the City, regional, state and federal level. The successful candidate will work closely with management to lead Division activities, prepare technical report and memorandum, participate in public outreach efforts, and represent the Department and City with internal and external stakeholders, including other Departments in the City, consultants, other jurisdictions and agencies, elected officials, and the community. 

KEY DUTIES INCLUDE: 
·         Represent the DOT at meetings with internal and external stakeholders, including by presenting and/or facilitating public meetings  
·         Coordinate with Intergovernmental Affairs, the City Attorney’s Office, the City’s lobbyists in Sacramento and Washington, D.C., and others to strategize and articulate positions and memorandum 
·         Analyze legislation and other policy proposals with impacts to transportation outcomes and/or funding and coordinate responses with relevant DOT and other city staff 
·         Write and edit memorandum, letters, presentations, and other communications analyzing and explaining policy options and recommendations  
·         Track and influence Federal, State and regional legislation and/or policies, including through regularly monitoring relevant news and reports, providing timely and digestible information to decision-makers, providing testimony, engaging with relevant associations (for example, the California Big Cities Transportation Coalition, National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO), League of California Cities or Transportation for America), and participating in meetings and events 
·         Identify and influence the development of funding opportunities at all levels of government 
·         Proactively connect the dots and build partnerships among DOT staff, other City departments and organizations outside of the City to advance mutually beneficial goals 
·         Work with the Groups division manager on special policy development projects like Unmanned aerial systems policy development. 

Position 2: PLANNING AND POLICY DEVELOPMENT 

The Planning, Policy, and Sustainability Group is seeking an Associate Transportation Specialist who will, under general direction of the Senior Transportation Specialist, lead the long-range transportation planning functions and develop citywide and area-wide multimodal transportation plans, programs, and policies for implementation of the Envision San Jose 2040 General Plan Goals and Policies. The Envision 2040 General Plan embraces "planning for people, not just cars" and "creating walkable and bike friendly neighborhood villages" to transform San José into an interconnected and vibrant city from the traditional automobile dominant, suburban like city.  

The successful candidate is constructive, creative, and self-motivated, demonstrating a strong desire and skills to support transportation planning needed to achieve the General Plan Goals and Policies. S/he will have experience in carrying out technical and engagement processes of multimodal transportation plans. S/he will also collaborate with City staff on funding, designing, and delivering planned projects and programs. The position works closely with other departments in the City, consultants, developers, other jurisdictions and agencies, Planning Commission, City Council representations, and community members to ensure that transportation plans reflect community values, improve access to transportation options, advance equity, and improve health and social mobility for all. 

KEY DUTIES INCLUDE: 
·         Develop data- and community-driven multimodal transportation plans that support existing population, future growth, citywide transportation and other goals, and community values.   
·         Provide strategic direction and scoping to transportation policies and related elements of plans for designated growth areas, including Urban Village plans.  
·         Manage the technical and engagement processes of transportation plan development, including planning, outreach, analysis, reporting, etc. 
·         Manage the transition between completion of developed plans and delivery of planned projects and programs by working collaboratively with stakeholders and City staff.  
·         Engage community members and other stakeholders in advancing planning and delivery of transportation improvements, programs, and policies.  
·         Work collaboratively with community organizations, City departments and offices, other jurisdictions and agencies, institutions, consultants, and private sectors.

The position requires occasional attendance and participation at evening and weekend public meetings and events. Given COVID-19, for the time being this and other meetings may be attended remotely.

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