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Assistant Engineer

$7,881 - $9,580 / month

Associate Civil Engineer

$8,689 - $10,562 / month

Position may be filled at either level, depending on experience and qualifications.  

The Assistant/Associate Civil Engineer performs engineering work on the following types of capital improvement projects:  buildings, parks, levee, stormwater systems, lagoon, streets, traffic signals, water distribution systems and wastewater collection systems.   

Candidates with experience with transportation/traffic engineering are highly desirable.  Candidates with experience independently managing the design and construction of capital improvement projects are highly desirable.  Candidates with AutoCAD experience are desirable.

ASSISTANT ENGINEER

The Assistant Engineer performs journey level engineering work in the design, construction, and inspection of a variety of public works projects.  The Assistant Engineer serves as project managers for assigned projects and provides a variety of engineering support services including plan checking.  The Assistant Engineer will work under the supervision of more experienced engineers. 

A complete job description for the position of Assistant Engineer may be found here.

ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER

The Associate Civil Engineer performs professional engineering work and project management on a variety of public works projects.  The Associate Civil Engineer will perform duties independently with supervision, as required or needed.  The Associate Civil Engineer exercises supervision over lower-level staff and manages major program areas in the Engineering Division.

A complete job description for the position of Associate Civil Engineer may be found here.

IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Managing capital improvement projects:  Management of a capital improvement project may include preparing requests for proposals for professional engineering, architectural, and/or specialty inspection services; selecting consultants and negotiating professional service agreements; administering professional engineering, architectural, and/or specialty inspection agreements including reviewing and commenting on work product; assisting with the bidding and awarding of construction contracts; administering construction contracts; inspecting construction work for conformance with the construction contract documents; facilitating problem resolution, negotiating and preparing contract change orders; authorizing payment for services rendered; ensuring accurate as-built record of projects; coordinating warranty inspections; training of operation and maintenance programs related to new facilities; and closing out capital improvement projects.

• Preparing and/or coordinating the preparation of construction contract documents (plans and specifications) and cost estimates for smaller capital improvement projects, such as, street rehabilitation projects. 

• Determining applicable codes, regulations, and requirements for assigned projects.

• Preparing staff reports and resolutions to obtain approval and/or authorization from the City Council.

• Preparing memoranda, reports, and presentations to Traffic Review Committee, City Council, and other bodies.

• Reviewing and commenting on building permit applications and proposed land development projects for compliance with codes, regulations, standards, and compliance with approved City Master plans. Evaluating transportation, traffic and other public works related impacts related to private projects.

• Supervising subdivision plan checking for conformance to City Standards

• Coordinating the preparation of traffic, utility and other studies and reports.

• Monitoring the City’s advanced traffic management system; administering traffic signal and streetlight maintenance contract, including coordinating repairs and USA tickets/markings; and reviewing transportation and traffic engineering areas of land development projects.

• Providing customer service by addressing and/or responding to inquiries or concerns relative to engineering policies and procedures on specific projects and other information from the public, other City departments, and other agencies.

• Coordinating projects with other departmental sections or teams, consultants, developers, property owners, County officials, State and Federal agencies and other officials to resolve problems.

• Preparing and administering grant applications.

• Preparing forecasts and developing/monitoring operating and capital improvement project budgets. Identifying potential funding alternatives and recommending program planning criteria and priorities for inclusion in the budget planning process.

• Mentoring, training, assisting and evaluating less experienced engineers, technical and clerical support staff.

• Updating the City’s GIS system.

SELECTION PROCEDURE: 

A limited number of the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. The recruitment process may consist of any of the following components: application review, written exam, physical/performance test and oral board interview. The Employment List will consist of candidates that successfully complete the recruitment process.  A departmental interview will be scheduled to fill the current vacancy following the establishment of the Employment List. This list will be in effect for at least one year.

BENEFITS:

The City of Foster City provides a superior benefits program which includes: 12 paid holidays per year; sick leave; vacation leave; administrative leave; participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System in the 2% @ 62 retirement plan (some individuals may be eligible to participate in a different CalPERS retirement benefit (2.7% @ 55) dependent upon prior CalPERS service); voluntary 401(a) program; voluntary 457(b) deferred compensation program; flexible benefits program including health, dental, vision, and medical/dependent care reimbursement accounts; VEBA program (tax deferred health benefit program); optional 9/80 work schedule; long-term disability insurance; and life insurance.

Supplemental Questionnaire:

1. Please describe your experience managing and administering capital improvement projects from project inception to completion.  Include your experience preparing contract change orders, and/or performing construction inspections of work.

2. Please describe your experience preparing construction contract documents and/or reviewing construction contract documents prepared by consultants.  Please describe your experience using AutoCAD, if any.

3. Please describe your experience preparing and/or reviewing plans for land development projects.

4. Please describe your transportation and traffic engineering experience related to operating and maintaining traffic signal systems.  Please describe your experience with capital improvement projects for traffic signal and/or traffic signal system upgrades.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity. Currently, the City Manager’s Office has an opening for a customer service oriented professional with excellent administrative skills to join our team as the Executive Assistant/Deputy City Clerk.

The City of Pacifica works closely with the community and citizens, providing quality service. We take pride in offering excellent community service while remaining adaptable and responsive to our residents' needs and expectations.

THE POSITION

The Executive Assistant/Deputy City Clerk, an at-will position under the direction of the City Manager, performs a variety of confidential and complex administrative responsibilities in support of the City Manager’s Office. This position also assists the City Clerk’s Office and acts as the City Clerk in their absence.

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

• Perform a wide variety of complex, responsible and confidential duties for the City Manager’s Office and the City Clerk.
• Serve as the first point of contact for the City Manager. Greet/acknowledge customers who contact the City Manager’s Office while assessing the nature and urgency of issues with appropriate responses.  
• Respond to sensitive requests for information and assistance including but not limited to Public Records Requests; resolve citizen concerns and complaints.
• Review and summarize miscellaneous reports and documents; research and compile background information; prepare presentations, responses to Council questions, Council weekly updates, and other documents.
• Function as the City Clerk in their absence and perform all statutory and other duties; attend Council meetings as required.
• Interpret City policies, procedures, laws and regulations in response to inquiries and complaints.
• Make travel arrangements, maintain appointment schedules and calendars and arrange meetings, conferences and civic functions for the City Manager. Supports City Clerk in same for City Council.
• Initiate and maintain a variety of files and records of information including but not limited to legal claims, litigation files, certificates of insurance, etc.
• Provide general administrative support including purchasing, personnel activities, and special project support.
• Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for budget items; monitor and control expenditures.
• Research, compile and analyze data for special projects and various reports.
• Plan and coordinate the City’s involvement in special events and meetings, including but not limited to coordinating resources, information and set-up for promoting the City at the annual Fog Fest, Eco-Fest and Rockaway Tree Lighting events; City Council Goal Setting special meetings; etc. for the City Manager and City Clerk offices.
• Assist the City Manager in the role of Public Information Officer, functioning as a liaison between media and the City Manager’s Office.
• Manage social media content and inquiries for general City government / City Hall / City Manager’s Office. Create, assemble and publish content for the City Manager’s Office weekly e-newsletter. Manage additional forms of public outreach and messaging as guided by the City’s Communications Plan.

Please refer to job description for additional details. The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the basic 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.  Also, please note,  hours and exemption status of this position are under review (40 hours/exempt).

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The Department of Public Works is seeking well-qualified candidates for the position of Stationary Engineer II.

Stationary Engineer II is the journey-level classification and incumbents are responsible for a wide variety of repair and maintenance work in the areas of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, emergency power systems, boiler equipment and piping repair, Building Automation systems, and miscellaneous equipment repair.
 
In addition to the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties of this job, the ideal candidate will also have:

• At least three years of journey-level experience as a Stationary Engineer
• A minimum of three years of journey-level experience in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems  
• Extensive knowledge and experience working with boiler and HVAC systems 
• Proficient in a wide variety of installations and repairs on plumbing, gas system piping, chiller/boiler piping, and wastewater systems, including the ability to operate a large sewer snake  
• The ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a variety of equipment including air conditioning, electric motors, heating units, heat pumps, light commercial furnaces, burners, Fresh Air and exhaust fans, economizers and humidifiers is essential  
• Experience in energy management and computer-controlled systems is highly desired
• Experience with Fire Alarm testing, troubleshooting, and NFPA codes
• Backflow Prevention Tester certification is highly desired

 
Experience in a hospital or healthcare setting is highly preferred.  Employees must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and alternate shifts. 
 
Important: Employees in this position must successfully obtain and maintain a security clearance as a condition of employment.

Examples of Duties:

• Duties include, but are not limited to:
  Operate, maintain, install, and repair electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and ventilating systems
• Operate, maintain, and repair boiler equipment
• Repair and replace pipes, fittings, and other equipment used in plumbing, gas, and steam systems
• Repair electrical equipment including lamps, fixtures, and switches; adjust electrical controls, motors, and auxiliary equipment up to 480 volts
• Test, operate, maintain, and repair emergency power systems including UPS, emergency generators, and associated equipment
• Use hand and power tools, including cutting and threading tools, grinders, reamers, wrenches, welders, saws, and other special tools
• Make minor carpentry repairs to doors, windows, floors, and other parts of buildings
• Do touch-up painting on repaired equipment
• Remove or arrange for removal of trash, pests, and other hazardous materials or debris in the course of performing work
• Properly place, set and inspect traps and collect and remove insects and pests
• Perform related duties as assigned

 
Additional duties may also include, but are not limited to:

• Reclaim or recycle refrigerant using Freon recovery systems
• Operate water treatment facility including wastewater and potable water
• Adjust and calibrate boiler burners and controls
• Adjust and calibrate chiller controls
• Test, calibrate, and repair back flow devices
• Calibrate HVAC controls and associated equipment
• Monitor building management systems
• Replace pumps and pump seals and repair and replace motor valves
• Repair and replace air conditioning units
• Troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and energy power systems
• Conduct preventative maintenance
• Understand fire alarm systems
• Repair and install chemical monitoring stations
• Repair, test, and record data on generators

The current vacancies are in the Facilities Maintenance and Operations Section of the Public Works Department. Locations include Redwood City Government Center, San Mateo Medical Center, the Youth Services Center, and the Maple Street Correctional Facility.
 
NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, limited term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Licensure/Certification:

• Possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent
• Must obtain and maintain jail security clearance
• Universal Certification in Freon recovery upon hire
• Obtain Backflow Certification within six months of hire or promotion to Level II and maintain certification
• If designated as a water treatment operator, possession of or ability to obtain a valid Grade II Water Treatment Operator Certification issued by the State of California within six months of employment is required

 
Education:

• Completion of courses related to maintenance, installation, and repair of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, and power equipment

Experience:

• Two years of journey level experience as a stationary engineer or equivalent AND demonstrated experience in maintaining, installing, and repairing electrical, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, and power equipment in a large building, plant, or vessel. Two years of experience can be substituted with completion of an apprenticeship program.

 
Knowledge of:  

• Common safety practices in the workplace
• Heating and electrical equipment
• Principles and techniques used in stationary engineering
• Proper and safe use of basic hand tools
• Basic arithmetic for measuring, calibrating, and estimating
• Steam and gas fired heating systems, refrigeration equipment, and ventilating and air-conditioning equipment
• Electrical, plumbing, and refrigeration systems
• Controls and control systems
• Emergency power systems, generators, and associated equipment
• Freon recovery procedures and equipment
• Water treatment systems and operations, principles and practices, and regulatory mandates, if designated as a certified water treatment operator
• Safety rules, regulations, and work practices, including reference to hazardous chemicals
• Basic record keeping principles and practices

 
Skill/Ability to:

• Follow safety practices
• Troubleshoot and/or repair, replace, regulate, and control electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and ventilating systems
• Determine and estimate materials required for a job and prepare requisitions
• Use hand and power tools
• Make metal parts and equipment
• Perform minor carpentry and painting tasks
• Follow oral and written instructions
• Communicate effectively, courteously, and professionally with customers and others
• Read and interpret plans
• Prepare and maintain accurate maintenance records
• Operate standard office equipment, computers, and timekeeping systems
• Lift and carry materials, supplies, and equipment; climb ladders; and crawl in tight spaces
• Perform water treatment plan and distribution system operations and maintenance activities if designated as a water treatment operator

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION

Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and Superior Court of California, 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/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
 
Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the 'Apply' button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.  
The standard County employment application form, including the Supplemental Questionnaire must be completed as part of the application process.  A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. 
 
The examination process will consist of an Application Screening (pass/fail) and a Performance Examination, which will include a written test component (weight: pass/fail). Applicants must pass the Application Screening to be invited to the performance test.
 
Depending on the number of applications, an application appraisal may be conducted in lieu of the examinations. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination process. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.  
 
 
~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~
Final Filing Date: June 17, 2021
Application Screening: June 22 - 24, 2021
Performance Exam: TBD (Most likely July 14 and 15, 2021)
 

At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day.
County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Analyst: Chet Overstreet (06042021) (Stationary Engineer II - T040)

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HONORARY DEAN ALLISON INTERNSHIP

San Rafael Public Works Department

Part-Time  (Up to 30 hours per week/no benefits available)

$20.50 per hour

Application Deadline:  Apply by Friday, June 4, 2021 for first consideration

The City of San Rafael Public Works Department is seeking an Intern to work part-time (Up to 4 days/28 hours per week).  San Rafael’s Organizational Culture framework is a Helen Putnam Award-winning initiative called “Together San Rafael”.”  City employees are our greatest asset, and we seek talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are creative, curious, and excited about a challenge.  We are a results-driven team focused on the needs of community members.  The Together San Rafael initiative is focused on modernizing city services and increasing the engagement of employees.  This initiative recognizes the interconnectedness of the customer and employee experience.  Together San Rafael is about:

• Collaborating cross-departmentally
• Empowering all City employees to share and implement their innovative ideas
• Celebrating the innovation happening every day in our departments

The Dean Allison Public Service Internship was created to honor Dean Allison, the City’s Public Works Director from September 2015 to March 2016 before his life was tragically cut short.  He embraced the ideals of public service and transparency in his brief time with the City.  Dean focused on the needs of the public and worked effectively with individuals and groups throughout San Rafael to respond decisively to a broad spectrum of needs both large and small in a creative and community focused way.  This internship celebrates his life and his time serving the citizens of San Rafael.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting to develop and implement the City’s new sidewalk maintenance program, including a new tree ordinance. 
• Assisting to develop a plan to seek funding to dredge the San Rafael Canal.
• Preparing written reports regarding program activities.
• Creating, updating and auditing spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel.
• Conducting research and analysis of federal, state and local laws related to special projects.
• Compiling information, preparing documents and public education materials.
• Participating in other public works programs and activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Graduated or currently enrolled in the 3rd year of a Bachelor’s degree program or higher in an Engineering, Business, Public Administration, Environmental Science or related program.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized.
• Proficient computer efficiency, including familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to demonstrate characteristics of listening, flexibility, follow-through, problem solving, community-orientation, and identifying “win-win” solutions.

For a previous intern’s experience, please follow this link:

https://www.cityofsanrafael.org/dean-allison-internship-experience/

Interview Process:  The most qualified applicants will be invited to interview following the application review closing date.  Please note on the application the preferred method of communication, whether by phone or email.

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

Contact: For questions regarding this internship please contact Talia Smith (talia.smith@cityofsanrafael.org).

This integral position is responsible for and oversees the City’s public works operations including – streets, traffic signals, street lights, drain-age/flood control, sewer collection, environmental services and construction activities – as well as the City’s fleet, equipment and automotive shop.

In addition to overseeing the division’s daily activities the Field Services Manager works collaboratively with other Public Works divisions, City departments, outside agencies, the public and staff towards department goals, objectives and priorities.

Please see the attached recruitment brochure and job description for more information.

The City of East Palo Alto seeks an Assistant/Associate Planner to join our team under administrative direction of the Community & Economic Development Department to help pioneer and manage future development while maintaining compatibility with community expectations.

We are the “City on the Move” with a goal to foster a healthy, well designed, diverse and thriving environment, while preserving the heritage of a multi-cultural community. East Palo Alto has significant potential for growth due to its central location, and updated General Plan. The City is in process of updating the Ravenswood Specific Plan, a designated priority development area, in response to recent demand for development and represents exciting planning opportunities. The position is expected to perform professional work in the field of current and/or comprehensive planning; and to provide information and assistance to developers, and the business community on land use planning, housing, and development related matters. This recruitment is to fill one regular, full-time position in the classification of Assistant or Associate Planner in the Planning Division.

We are currently hiring for a Planner (Assistant or Associate level), to join our Planning Division in our mission of serving the Community. The level at which an individual is hired will be dependent on the applicant's qualifications and work experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Assistant and Associate Planner: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Public Administration, Business Management or a closely related field.

Assistant Planner: One (1) year of full-time professional experience in planning, zoning and related community development activities.

Associate Planner: Three (3) years of professional experience in planning, zoning and related community development activities, or two (2) years of experience as Assistant Planner at the City of East Palo Alto.

Possession of a master’s degree in City Planning, Architecture, Public Administration, Business Administration, or closely related field is desirable, and will substitute one-year of professional experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License and a good driving record, at the time of appointment.

The City Clerk is an exempt, unrepresented management employee who reports directly to the Assistant City Manager but may receive direction from the City Manager and City Attorney. The City Clerk performs highly responsible, sensitive, confidential and complex administrative duties for the City Manager, City Attorney, Mayor and City Council; is a liaison between the City, other agencies and the public; prepares agendas and minutes for City Council meetings; serves as the City’s Election Official as required by the Election Code; and acts as the Filing Officer/Filing Official as required under the Political Reform Act. The City Clerk is a member of the City’s Management Team.

Knowledge and Skills Necessary to:

• Plan, manage and direct the activities, duties and service delivery of the City Clerk’s Office;
• Ensure all City agreements, contracts, insurance certificates, ordinances, resolutions, and other documents are tracked and implemented appropriately by the contract manager;
• Research new laws and implement new procedures and industry best practices for City Clerk functions;
• Provide responsible and complex technical administrative support to the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, City Attorney, Mayor and City Council;
• Serve as the City’s Election Official and ensure all elections activities, notices, reports, handbooks, and other election-related materials for the candidates, proponents of ballot measures, and the public are undertaken consistent with the Election Code;
• Coordinate election timelines and materials with the County Registrar of Voters; Assist with coordination of political information meetings;
• Serve as the Filing Officer/Filing Official, and ensure all elected and appointed officials, staff and consultants file Statements of Economic Interests as required under the Political Reform Act and attend required ethics training;
• Assist other management personnel in general city management projects;
• Assist with the preparation of the annual budget, compile and input budget data, and submit budget recommendations for the City Clerk’s Office;
• Mentor and train assigned City Clerk’s Office staff.

Typical Experience and/or Education:

Five years of full time increasingly responsible administrative experience, including two years in a City or County Clerk’s Office.

Certificates desired, not required

• Certified Municipal Clerk
• Notary Certificate
• Certification as a Passport Acceptance Agent

Additional Requirements:

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of appointment.  Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Probation Period:

This position has a probationary period of twelve (12) months as the initial probationary period (initially hired into the City) and six (6) months as the promotional probationary period (promoted from one City job class to another City job class).

Physical Requirements

Work is performed in a typical office environment. (1) Mobility:  frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting for long periods of time; occasional bending or squatting.  (2) Lifting: frequently up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 25 pounds. (3) Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision.  (4) Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. (5) Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking, in person ad on the phone. (6) Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone. (7) Environmental: frequent exposure to noise.

Other Requirements

Requires evening and/or weekend work.

The City of East Palo Alto is looking for a Finance Director to collaborate and provide highly responisble and complex administrative support to the City Administration. 

The City of East Palo Alto is a City with a dynamic workforce, a deep cultural heritage and diverse community that are resilient and welcoming.  You will join a team who is passionate about supporting the City's growth.

Attached is the job description and announcement covering the nature and level of work to be performed. This is not intended to be a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.

The City of East Palo Alto reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as may be necessary. 

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.