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

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

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

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

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

Lincoln's City Engineer is responsible for the planning, design, and management of construction projects within the Capital Improvement Budget; as well as the management for all private development construction projects.  Responsibilities include traffic engineering analysis and application, encroachment and transportation permits, final oversight for approval of private development infrastructure projects, and the preparation of speed surveys to establish speed limits within the City and the Pavement Management Plan.

The City Engineer serves as the Senior Technical Advisory Committee Representative for the City on the South Placer Regional Transportation Authority and Placer County Transportation Planning Agency.

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

ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST I
$5,319 - $6,465/mo. + excellent benefits
Current Vacancy in the Housing & Business Development Department
*This recruitment will establish an eligibility list that may also be used to fill future vacancies throughout the City*

DEFINITION: Under direction and/or general supervision from higher level management staff, performs a variety of professional level duties and responsibilities involved in the evaluations, development and administration of City programs including operational audits, budget analysis, personnel management, and productivity studies. This position may exercise functional and technical supervision over clerical staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The employee must have the ability to:

• Develop and review budget allocation proposals for assigned department; develop and coordinate policies and procedures for the budget development process; monitor departmental expenditures.
• Evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommend improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities.
• Collect, organize, monitor, and analyze data for a variety of studies; conduct interviews and field site visits; participate in and direct meetings with key management staff.
• Review, analyze, and monitor assigned departmental budgets; identify, review and present recommendations to City management regarding alternative funding and service level recommendations.
• Design and participate in a variety of studies; provide management level analysis of issues and actions relative to assigned area of responsibility; provide recommendations for improving the operational efficiency of assigned department.
• Review and evaluate cost-benefit proposals; make recommendations for improvements; review changes with appropriate departments.
• Interpret personnel policies and procedures; respond to request for information and assistance from employees, management, outside agencies and the public.
• Conduct studies, analysis, and research on a broad range of personnel assignments; compose, distribute, receive, and analyze salary and benefit surveys; complete various government reports.
• Participate in the maintenance of the classification system; implement procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations; conduct job classification audits and prepare or revise job specifications and audit reports as assigned.
• Learn and maintain compliance with pertinent Federal, State and local laws, regulations and ordinances.
• Develop and maintain a variety of complex data files; trouble-shoot system problems.
• Prepare a variety of reports including grant proposals for special funds, development plans, performance reports, contracts, bid specifications, compliance reports, environmental documents, and insurance claims.
• Answer questions and provide information to the general public and City or department staff concerning technical or statistical issues; investigate problems and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve problems.
• Administer a variety of special programs; conduct field inspections and data collection.
• Coordinate unit activities with those of other departments and divisions and outside agencies and contractors.
• Represent department at hearings and settlement conferences; attend and participate in a variety of professional groups and committees.
• Establish and maintain effective 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.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision when preparing and reading written reports and other work related documents. Acute hearing is also required when providing phone and counter assistance. The need to lift, drag, and push files, computer reports, or other materials weighing up to 25 pounds is also required.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: A combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. The incumbent must have knowledge of principles and practices of public administration; principles and methods of budget preparation; principles and methods of program analysis; principles and practices of revenue forecasting; basic principles and practices of personnel administration; basic principles and practices of statistical analysis and research. The incumbent must have the ability to analyze and resolve operational problems; learn job analysis data collection efforts; develop operational reports and recommendations; interpret and apply City Policies, procedures, rules and regulations; EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of analytical experience in the areas of personnel management, budget development or finance is desirable. EDUCATION: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public or business administration, personnel management or a related field. LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS: Possession of, and continuously throughout employment, a valid California Class “C” Driver's License is preferred.

Lateral Hiring Incentives*

¨ Hiring Bonus $2,000 - $8,000 (DOE)

¨ 50 Hours Sick & 50 Hours Vacation at the Time of Hire

The County of Yuba is recruiting to fill the position of Public Safety Dispatcher within the Sheriff’s Department.  The incumbent receives 9-1-1 system sheriff, fire, medical emergency and rescue calls; dispatches sheriff, fire and medical personnel following established procedures; maintains communication with officers in the field to ensure safety and provide back-up and information; provides relief coverage for the records unit; and performs related work as assigned. These classifications require shift work and the ability to make decisions and act appropriately in stressful situations. The work also involves interdepartmental cooperation with various public safety agencies located throughout the County to coordinate the most effective response to requests for assistance from the public.

About the Sheriff's Department:

The Yuba County Sheriff's Office is comprised of multiple functions within the Operations Division including Valley and Foothill Patrol, Investigations, Narcotics Task Force, Gang Enforcement, Marijuana Eradication Team, Coroner, Crime Prevention, Crisis Negotiation Team, SWAT, Canine Program, Field Training Officer, Aero Squadron, and Marine Enforcement.  The department is committed to working in partnership with the community to identify and resolve public safety and quality of life issues, consistent with it’s core values.  The Sheriff's Office provides a full range of services to an estimated population of about 70,000.  The Sheriff’s Department is located in the City of Marysville with a substation  in Brownsville.

Central County Fire Department

CCFD is charged with a program to decrease the potential fire fuel in the Town of Hillsborough.  The WUI Specialist will be trained to evaluate fuel sources on Hillsborough properties, perform enforcement inspections for compliance with municipal code requirements, and educate residents on ways to mitigate and reduce those sources.  We are recruiting for two WUI Specialist positions, which we anticipate starting in February 2021, and continuing until approximately October, 2021.  This is a part time position, limited to 20 hours per week, and is not benefitted.

Specifics to the position are:

• May conduct public education presentations
• Under supervision, interpret various federal, state and local fire and life safety codes for the public and make recommendations as needed
• Maintain records pertaining to vegetation and defensible space inspections and actions taken
• Under supervision collect, analyze and evaluate data and prepare comprehensive reports
• Write reports based on field notes
• Issue “Notice and Order” and prepare summary information reports
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers and the public using principles of good customer service
• Exercise independent judgment while working under general supervision
• Perform related duties as required

Minimum required qualifications are:

Knowledge of:

• Principles and Procedures of record keeping
• Software programs used by Fire Department staff
• Department Policies and Procedures
• Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations

Ability to:

• Understand, interpret and apply the California Fire Code, California Building Code and other       applicable federal, state and local laws.
• Detect fire hazards and code violations and determine appropriate mitigation measures
• Plan and perform field work

Education and Experience:

Highly Desirable

• Completion of at least 12 semester units or 18 quarter units from an accredited college/university in forestry, fire science, natural resource management or a closely related subject.

Or

• Six (6) months of experience with a public or private agency performing work in forestry, fire prevention, fire suppression & control, natural resource management or closely related field.

License or Certificate:

• Valid California State Driver’s License

The City of San Bruno invites your interest for the position of Finance Director. Please read the recruitment brochure for information on the position, benefits, and application process. To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter electronically to www.peckhamandmckenney.com. 

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices. If you require special accommodations, please contact us to discuss your needs.

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Position and Duties:

The City Council has a Digital Inclusion and Broadband Strategy that seeks to accelerate the deployment of wired and wireless broadband for all people while making it more inclusive for the digitally underserved (the digital divide). Executing this strategy requires negotiating value exchange relationships with telecom providers, overseeing the creation, adoption, and execution of balanced broadband friendly policies, working collaboratively with the community on the aesthetics and other community concerns associated with broadband deployment, and setting the vision, strategy, and priorities for the Small Cell Team in the Department of Public Works, and the Macro Site Team in the Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement Department that executes the Permit to Inspect processes for the City.

The Broadband Manager reports directly to the Director of Civic Innovation and works closely with the Deputy City Manager responsible for 21^st Century Infrastructure.

The Broadband Manager directly influences over $1B in private sector investments into the City of San José over the next seven years. This private sector investment creates thousands of jobs, dramatically increases regional GDP, delivers hundreds of millions of dollars of Smart City capability, and delivers tens of millions of economic opportunities for the digitally underserved.

The Broadband Manager requires a broad set of skills including strategic thinking, negotiation, telecommunications experience, public policy, team leadership, and public collaboration.  They will negotiate value exchange agreements to generate the demand for broadband deployments and ensure City’s departments fulfill that demand by permitting communications facilities including macro site, small cells, and underground fiber optics.  This role requires collaboration with various City departments including, but not limited to the City Manager’s Office of Administration, Policy, and Intergovernmental Relations; City Manager’s Budget Office; Mayor’s Office; Information Technology; Planning, Building and Code Enforcement; Public Works; and Transportation. The Broadband Manager will also work closely with innovative technology companies to evaluate ways to accelerate broadband deployment, including Smart City technology within the new context of COVID-19 public health, and the shelter-in-place dynamics that highlight the value of digital inclusion. Collaboration with public interest groups, community organizations, and other stakeholders will also be required to ensure public adoption of broadband deployment, especially the deployment of small cells on street lights. Finally, the Broadband Manager will work closely with the City’s Library Department and external stakeholders to ensure progress of social justice for the digitally underserved people in San José.

The Broadband Manager responsibilities include the following:

     * Negotiate value trading agreements with broadband providers that promote economic development, digital inclusion, and support for Smart Cities.

     * Direct the development of balanced broadband friendly policies.

     * Direct the City departments involved with broadband deployment.

     * Collaborate with external stakeholders on community concerns with broadband deployments.

     * Measure compliance with agreement terms and conditions.

     * Evaluate new technologies and approaches to accelerate broadband.

     * Report progress to City Council and external stakeholders.

     * Advise on federal, state, and local regulations including rulings from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and recent court decisions.

     * Advise on proposed telecommunications resiliency standards for broadband deployments from and emergency operations perspective such as the CPUC Wireless Resiliency Strategy and the City of San José Power Vulnerability Plan.

     * Supervise and manage the Small Cell Permitting Project Manager.

     * Manage the Digital Inclusion Program in relation to public-private partnership contract requirements and in relation to City and community stakeholders to advance digital inclusion.

This is a permanent position in the City Manager’s Office.

Selection Process:

To be considered for this position, you must fill out the online application available on the City of San José website and attach a resume. The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews and/or a practical exercise or case study.

You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process.  Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response. 

Job Specific Questions:

    1. Please indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position:

          + Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business administration, engineering, or related field and six (6) years of professional level management and/or administrative experience.

          + Master’s Degree and five (5) years of professional level management and/or administrative experience.

          + None of the above.

    2. Please specify your degree, the area of study, and the institution you obtained it from.

    3. Describe your experiences in interest-based negotiations, relationship management, strategic thinking, leadership, and stakeholder collaboration.

    4. Describe a time when you were managing a project and staff disagreed with your approach.  What steps did you take to resolve the issue and what was the outcome?

    5. Describe your particular skills and abilities that you believe would make you a successful member of the Office of Civic Innovation & Digital Strategy with a focus on skills and abilities related to the Broadband Manager position.

You must answer all job specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration.

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Danielle Torralba at danielle.torralba@sanjoseca.gov. The first application review will be on October 20, 2020.

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. 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. 

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DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

     NEW AT THE CITY OF SAN JOSE

     Hiring Incentive Pilot Program:

     - Candidates hired as a Public Safety Radio Dispatcher-TRAINEE on or after February 9, 2020, shall be eligible to receive a non-pensionable lump sum payment of $2,000.

     - Once the Public Safety Radio Dispatcher-TRAINEE is eligible for promotion and enters into the Public Safety Radio Dispatcher classification, the employee is then eligible to receive an additional non-pensionable lump sum payment of $2,000.

     - Once the employee completes their one (1) year probation as Public Safety Radio Dispatcher, he or she will be eligible to receive a final non-pensionable lump sum payment of $2,000.

     Please note:

     The candidate receiving the incentive would be required to refund the ENTIRE non-pensionable lump sum (up to $6,000) if the employee separates from City employment or accepts another position within the City prior to their one (1) year anniversary of passing probation as a Public Safety Radio Dispatcher.

     Further details regarding this can be found in the Municipal Employees’ Federation AFSCME, Local No. 101 union tentative agreement:

     This pilot program shall become effective on February 9, 2020 and will expire on June 30, 2021. The City retains the ability to end the Hiring Incentive Pilot Program at its sole discretion prior to June 30, 2021.

     This pilot program shall become effective on February 9, 2020 and will expire on June 30, 2021. The City retains the ability to end the Hiring Incentive Pilot Program at its sole discretion prior to June 30, 2021.

     The salary for the Public Safety Radio Dispatcher Trainee: Annual salary rate is $75,150.40 and hourly rate is $35.08. 

     In addition to the salary, employees in the Public Safety Radio Dispatcher Trainee and Public Safety Radio Dispatcher classifications shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.

     Upon successful completion of training, PSRDTs are eligible for promotion to the Public Safety Radio Dispatcher (PSRD) classification.  The salary range for the PSRD classification is currently $83,470.40 - $101,441.60 annually.

     The SJFD is accepting applications for the position of Public Safety Radio Dispatcher - Trainee (PSRD Trainee). This is the entry-level training classification for a career in public safety dispatching within the City of San José. As a PSRD Trainee, you are provided with formal training, both in the classroom and in the Communications Center, in order to develop the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the full range of public safety dispatching functions. Trainees must successfully complete all formal academic and on-the-job training to be appointed to the class of Public Safety Radio Dispatcher (PSRD) and retain their employment.

     Duties of the PSRD include: answering emergency and non-emergency telephone calls, complying with medical and fire call taking and dispatching policies and protocols, obtaining information from callers, providing emergency instructions over the telephone, entering data into the computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system, dispatching fire and emergency medical personnel and equipment, providing telecommunications systems support, and performing other related work as assigned.

     The PSRD Trainee Training Program includes Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) and Emergency Fire Dispatch (EFD) protocol training. The EMD and EFD certification is a condition of employment. If an employee fails to maintain San José Fire Department protocol compliance standards as established by the International Academy of Emergency Dispatch Board of Accreditation, the employee is subject to discipline up to and including termination.

     These positions may require working weekends, holidays and/or assignments including swing, midnight, or other nonstandard shifts. Shifts are currently based on an alternate 9-hour schedule (every other set of days off includes three days off), or an 8-hour schedule (five days a week), based on the needs of the Department. You must be available to work the shift schedule assigned to you by the Department. There is a shift differential payment of $1.50/hour for swing shift and $1.75/hour for midnight shifts.

     Mandatory overtime will be required during critical incidents or to maintain staffing levels.

     Wearing a uniform is required.

     Incumbents receive paid training beginning on their first day attending the Public Safety Radio Dispatch Academy. Employee benefits are provided in accordance with the applicable union agreement.

     Laterals are encouraged to apply.

     Selection Process

     The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process.  Additional phases of the selection process will consist of the following:

     Supplemental Questions

     You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process.  Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response.

     *Do you have a high school diploma, General Education Development (GED) certificate, or California Proficiency Certificate? Yes No

     *Do you have one (1) year of experience receiving, processing and/or dispatching calls in a radio dispatch or call center (one year = 2080 hours) Yes No

     *If you answered “yes” to the previous question, please describe your experience working in a radio dispatch or call center.

     Please include the following in your response:• Job Title• Name of Organization/Agency• Dates of Employment• Average Hours worked per Week• Description of Specific Job Duties and Responsibilities. 

     *Do you have three (3) years of experience working in customer service, public safety, or dealing with the general public? (three years = 6240 hours)? Yes No 

     *If you answered “yes” to the previous question, please describe your experience working in customer service, public safety, or dealing with the general public.

     Please include the following in your response:• Job Title• Name of Organization/Agency• Dates of Employment• Average\Hours worked per Week• Description of Specific Job Duties and Responsibilities

     NOTE: Your response must be consistent with your work history and MUST include ALL the information listed above. If you do not have this experience, please indicate, “N/A.”

     *Please select your schedule availability:

     a) I can work any shift to which I may be assigned: Day, Swing, Midnight, Weekends or Holidays.

     b) I am not able to do any of the following above.

     You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. 

     ORIENTATION / PERSONAL HISTORY QUESTIONNAIRE (PHQ):  The most qualified applicants for Public Safety Dispatcher Trainee will be invited to a mandatory dispatch applicant orientation and complete an online pass/fail PHQ screening. 

     The dispatch applicant orientation will allow applicants to learn more about the position and ask questions of current dispatch personnel. The orientations are tentatively scheduled for November 30 -  December 4, 2020.

     The PHQ screening is designed to identify applicants who meet the Fire Department's hiring standards. The PHQ screening will consist of approximately 180 questions. The questionnaire will ask applicants to self-report behavior that has been determined to relate directly to job suitability. Completion of the PHQ screening is tentatively scheduled for November 23^rd -  December 9, 2020.

     Applicants should be prepared to provide detailed information of their personal history in the following nine categories: education, employment, driving history, military experience, substance use, financial history, legal history, fire, public safety and/or emergency medical experience, and other general information.

     COMPUTER PRACTICAL EXAM (CritiCall) and ORAL BOARD INTERVIEW: Candidates who successfully pass the PHQ will be invited to take a computerized practical exam. During this exam, applicants are tested in several areas including data entry, multi-tasking, call summary, reading comprehension, map reading and more. Only the most qualified applicants will move forward from this examination.

     Additional information about the practical exam, including a test preparation guide can be found at: https://criticall911.com/dispatcher-testing/applicants/

     The San José Fire Department will not accept previous test scores; all candidates who pass the PHQ must take and pass the computer practical exam during this recruitment in order to continue to be considered for the position. The computer practical exam is tentatively scheduled for January 9 - January 24, 2021.

     The Department will also conduct oral board interviews as a component of the selection process. Oral board interviews will be held after candidates complete the practical exam. The oral board interviews are tentatively scheduled for February 2 - February 5, 2021.

     BACKGROUND EXAMINATION: The most qualified candidates who pass the practical exam and oral board interviews will be considered for advancement to the background examination. Background interviews are tentatively scheduled for February 10, 2021.

     Additional information regarding the selection process timeline will be given to those who pass the background portion of the process.

     If you have questions regarding the duties of this position, please email inquiries to

     FireCommRecruitment@sanjoseca.gov.

     If you have questions regarding the online application, the selection or hiring process, please contact Courtney Phommachack at Courtney.Phommachack@sanjoseca.gov.

Vegetation Management Specialist

$64,506 - $74,666 per year

   ($33.08 - $38.29 per hour)     

Full-time (37.5 hours per week)/Fixed-Term Position

Limited Benefits Available

LAST DAY TO APPLY: Apply by Monday, October 5, 2020 for first consideration

The City of San Rafael Fire Department is seeking to fill the position of Vegetation Management Specialist.  Fixed-term appointments may be made for up to a three-year period.  Continued appointment in this position is contingent upon funding and job performance.  This is an “at will” position and has limited benefits available.  This position is fully funded through the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority (MWPA).

Under direct supervision from the Deputy Fire Chief, the Vegetation Management Specialist will help lead San Rafael Wildfire Prevention efforts with a focus on publicly owned undeveloped land and improved parcels; work closely with the defensible space inspection team and may perform independent site evaluations of vegetation located upon privately owned premises, which are typically located in the designated Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) areas within the jurisdiction; evaluate and develop vegetation management strategies on City or County-owned open space lands that are adjacent to structures located in the WUI; evaluate property for compliance with the San Rafael Municipal Code relating to providing defensible space to structures and scientifically based best practices; work to establish short and long-term open space vegetation management plans and prescriptions; and work with contractors and City staff to implement.

This position performs the following essential job duties:

• Coordinate wildfire mitigation through fuel reduction projects and other methods on City-managed open space in coordination and City, County, and private partners.
• Interpret and enforce provisions of City Ordinances, State Codes, and other regulations.
• Assure environmental compliance and implement best practices as possible.
• Perform evaluations of property, vegetation and structures to identify fire code violations, fire hazards; recommend corrective actions; perform follow-up inspections to see that corrective actions have been taken.
• Investigate complaints pertaining to violations of applicable fire codes; issue correction orders as necessary.
• Prepare accurate records and reports; maintain accurate records and files in the City electronic tracking system.
• Provide information to the public concerning the Vegetation Management Program, practices and procedures; assist in training programs and group presentations.
• Provide guidance or support to other City staff or vegetation management contractors working for the City.
• May be assigned to support other fire administration, fire operations, fire prevention, environmental management or emergency management related duties as needed.
• May provide guidance to fire mitigation and suppression crews about fire code interpretation, fuel management plans and prescriptions and site evaluations techniques.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor and within the MWPA mission.

To be eligible for this position you must have knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, and techniques of vegetation management and wildfire mitigation.
• Principles and techniques of site evaluations, inspection work, and environmental best practices and CEQA compliance.
• Local and State Fire Codes.
• English grammar, spelling, vocabulary and report writing.

To be eligible for this position you must have the ability to:

• Identify fire hazards and fire code violations and recommend corrective actions.
• Exercise judgment, suggest alternatives, and negotiate compliance strategies with property owners.
• Work within a team environment, be self-motivated, and complete independent tasks in a timely manner.
• Apply technical knowledge and follow proper evaluation/inspection techniques.
• Detect deviations from regulations and standard safety practices.
• Read and interpret site plans and vegetation management plans.
• Learn to enforce fire codes, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to fire prevention and vegetation management with firmness and tact.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work such as property owners, contractors, the general public, and other staff.
• Operate a variety of office equipment including computer terminals and necessary computer programs. GIS experience preferred.
• Express ideas and communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Deal tactfully and in a cooperative manner with property owners, the public, and City staff to provide a high level of customer service.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities are qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• One year or more of responsible experience in a variety of inspection, construction, fire prevention or related inspection work.
• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by college level fire science or prevention classes. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Possession of one or more of the following is desirable:
  • Completion of CA State Fire Marshal 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 2B, & 2C courses;
  • ICC Certification Fire 77, CA, CF, & CP.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a California Class "C" driver's license, and satisfactory driving record. Maintenance of a California driver’s license is a condition of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, feel or hold; reach with hands and arms; and talk, hear, taste, or smell. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee is required to walk off trails, up and down steep grades and inclines in heavily vegetated areas of the natural environment in all types of weather conditions.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  Employee will be issued personal protective equipment (PPE) and is responsible for using the proper PPE in the appropriate environment.  Examples of PPE may include a hardhat, hearing protection while in noisy environments, eye protection, and safety shoes.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application since this information will be used to determine who will be invited to participate in the next phase of the recruiting process.  The examination process may include any or all of the following:  application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  To file an application, go to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “City of San Rafael”.  For more information about the City of San Rafael, please visit www.cityofsanrafael.org. Follow this link to submit your application:   https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20044208 

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants.  If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the oral board date.