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Under the administrative direction of the Public Works Director, assists in planning, directing, and organizing the activities and operations of the Water, Wastewater, Streets, Parks, Facilities and Fleet Divisions of the Public Works Department. Specifically responsible for providing leadership, management and administration of highly complex technical, financial, statistical and analytical work of the Department. The incumbent may assist the Director in public activities or meetings and oversees coordination of other services areas as directed.  Provides general supervision to subordinate level professional, technical, maintenance, recreation, and clerical staff.  Performs other job-related work as required.

Representative Duties

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

1. Provides direct technical and administrative assistance to the Director of Public Works concerning the operations of the Public Works Department.
2. Plan, organize, and direct assigned divisional activities, including planning, directing, supervising, and coordinating operations and maintenance activities of assigned division(s), which may include water production, treatment and distribution, construction, operation, maintenance, and repair; wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal; maintenance of the City’s streets and storm drain systems; and parks, facilities and fleet operations and maintenance.
3. Assist and participate in the development and implementation of department goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
4. Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommend, within departmental policy, appropriate service, and staffing levels.
5. Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for assigned staff; assign work activities, projects, and programs; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
6. Select, train, motivate, mentor, counsel, coach and evaluate assigned personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
7. Builds and maintains respectful relationships, positive working relationships with staff, supervisors, outside agencies, and the public utilizing principles of good customer service; provides effective conflict resolution, as needed.
8. Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the assigned divisions’ annual budgets; participate in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments.
9. Assist in the preparation of the City’s Capital Improvement Program as related to assigned division.
10. Develop and standardize maintenance and operating procedures and methods to meet state and federal regulations and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations and maintenance activities.
11. Prepare specifications, estimates, and bids for machinery, tools, equipment, and contract services; recommend, monitor, and administer contracts for consulting, construction, or other services as necessary; inspect work in progress and authorizes payment for work performed.
12. Monitor changes in regulatory agency laws and regulations; evaluate their impact upon City activities; recommend and implement policy and procedure changes as required.
13. Develop, implement, and ensure adherence to the department’s Safety Program, Standard Operating Procedures, OSHA regulations, and Radiologic Health Standards.
14. Produce required regulatory reports and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, laws, codes, and enforcement actions.
15. Prepare records related to operations, test results, work performed, and materials and supplies used; maintain accurate records and files; prepare periodic and special reports as required.
16. Research special projects, evaluate alternatives, prepare reports and recommendations; write correspondence, and respond to public and regulatory agency inquiries and provide pertinent information.
17. Respond to emergencies as required; coordinate activities with other responders to provide effective response; direct the work of staff and utilization of resources to affect operational effectiveness and ensure the safety of the community.
18. Serve as the liaison for the Public Works Department with other departments, and outside agencies; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
19. Serve as staff on a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
20. Conduct a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommend modifications to programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate.
21. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the field or fields related to the assigned division(s); incorporate new developments as appropriate.
22. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
23. Perform related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

• Operational characteristics, services, and activities of water production, distribution, and treatment, including maintenance and construction; or construction, operation, maintenance, and repair of wastewater, streets, and storm water systems; and other public facilities and infrastructure.
• The operation and preventive maintenance of piping systems including pipes, valves, and related appurtenances.
• Principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Principles and practices of contract management.
• Principles and practices of operating, maintaining, and constructing City infrastructure.
• Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
• Principles and practices of business correspondence and report writing.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building, and conflict resolution.
• Safety equipment and practices related to the work, including the handling and storage of hazardous chemicals, electrical systems, and confined space procedures.
• Safe work practices in the construction and maintenance and operation of public works facilities.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• The operation and maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools, vehicles, and power equipment.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers.
• Computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases.

Ability to:

• Oversee and participate in the management of assigned divisions of the Public Works Department.
• Oversee, direct, and coordinate the work of lower-level staff.
• Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
• Participate in the development and administration of assigned divisions’ goals, objectives, and procedures.
• Operate, maintain, and repair a variety of Public Works facilities and equipment.
• Recognize and correct unusual, inefficient, or dangerous operating conditions.
• Read a variety of gauges, charts, and meters; record data accurately and make appropriate process adjustments.
• Read and interpret applicable plans, specifications, and diagrams.
• Analyze, interpret, apply, and enforce federal, state, and local regulations and policies.
• Make sound, independent decisions within established regulatory, policy and procedural guidelines.
• Prepare and administer budgets.
• Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports, correspondence, procedures, and other written materials.
• Demonstrate tact and diplomacy with the public.
• Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Control sensitive and confidential information.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering, urban studies, public administration, physical or natural sciences, or a related fields. A Master’s degree is highly desirable.

Experience:

Four years of increasingly responsible professional experience with a public agency in engineering, planning, public administration, or closely related field including two years of administrative and supervisory responsibility.

License or Certificate:

Possession of an appropriate, valid driver’s license.

Physical Demands and WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein 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 job functions.

Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with some work performed in a plant setting and outdoor field environment; some travel from site to site; some exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, mechanical and electrical hazards, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; incumbents may be required to respond to emergency calls after hours including evenings and weekends.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

The Dixon Fire Department is opening their first Firefighter/Paramedic Recruit position for someone to attend the Fire Academy in August 2024. The "Firefighter/Paramedic Recruit" is an entry-level classification designed for recruits with a current paramedic license to gain firefighting, fire rescue, and fire prevention skills and training necessary through an accredited Fire Academy. Training may include firefighting techniques and procedures; emergency medical training; technical rescue and hazardous materials training.

EMPLOYMENT PROCESSING:  Following successful completion of the academy, Firefighter/Paramedics will be placed in a full-time, regular appointment and required to successfully complete an 18-month probationary period, and in accordance with Federal law, are to provide proof of identity and proof that they may legally work in the United States.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS will be applied. A copy of the DD214 form must be filed at the time of application.

The City of Dixon is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Reasonable Accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling 707-678-7000. 

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The San José Fire Department's (SJFD) core mission is to serve the community by protecting life, property, and the environment through prevention and response. SJFD is a high-volume, high-performance, all-risk Fire Department that protects approximately 200 square miles including, residential, commercial, high-rise, wildland interface areas, and a number of high-hazard occupancies. For additional information visit sjfd.org.

To apply, please complete an application via the City of San José's website at: https://www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers . The San José Fire Department is currently seeking to fill one ( 1 ) full-time Analyst I/II vacanc y in the Bureau of EMS & Training (BET).

Salary range ( s ) for this classification is/ are:
• Analyst I: $85,525.44 - $103,958.40
• Analyst II: $93,344.16 - $113,436.96

This salary range(s) includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates' qualifications and experience.

The Analyst I/II position in the Bureau of EMS & Training (BET) reports directly to the EMS Division Battalion Chief . The BET EMS Division Analyst I/II position will primarily support EMS Performance Analytics, contractual performanc e compliance , special studies, grant administration, and other EMS general administrati ve activities.

Selection Process:
The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise.

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

• Describe your experience developing and maintaining spreadsheets and databases. In your response, include the organization (s), your role (s), scope of your responsibilities, and duration of employment.
• Describe your experience developing and applying analytical tools and models to track data. In your response, include the organization (s) where you obtained your experience, your role (s), scope of your responsibilities, and duration of employment.
• Describe your experience with contract compliance and performance monitoring.
• Describe your experience working with public safety or analytical applications.
• Describe your experience working with large data sets.

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Vaishali Vashistha at vaishali.vashistha@sanjoseca.gov .

The application deadline is Monday, April 22, 2024 at 11:59 PM.

The City of Patterson is recruiting for a Firefighter Paramedic.  This safety position will respond to fire alarms, emergency medical calls, traffic accidents, rescue and other emergency calls to protect life and property.  This position will also participate in trainings, drills, study activities and in the maintenance of the department apparatus, equipment, and facilities.  Under the supervision of the Fire Engineer or Fire Captain, performs ALS care to patients of medical emergencies and other medical procedures. Performs other duties as required.

THE CITY OF PATTERSON WILL BE USING THE FIREFIGHTER CANDIDATE TESTING CENTER (FCTC) STATEWIDE ELIGIBILITY LIST (SEL), AND INVITE CANDIDATES ON THAT LIST TO APPLY ONLINE.  (For more information on how to be placed on the FCTC, SEL, visit:  www.FCTConline.org)

This recruitment is open until filled.  Applications will be reviewed periodically when a sufficient number of applications have been received. The first review of applications will be May 3, 2024. 

The Dixon Fire Department is looking to fill a full-time vacancy for a Fire Captain and to establish an eligibility list for any future vacancies. This position coordinates and directs advanced firefighting activities, emergency medical aids, emergency rescue and other emergency and prevention activities, in protecting life and property; oversees subordinate personnel engaged in training, station and equipment maintenance; assists and participates in training programs; drives, operates and maintains all fire apparatus and equipment. Performs related work and other duties as required.

To be considered eligible for this hiring and eligibility list, you must meet the following criteria listed under Ideal Candidate.

SELECTION PROCESS:  Apply immediately and include all required documents at the time application is submitted.  Applications will be reviewed and screened, and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the examination process.

EXAM PROCESS:  A limited number of candidates whose applications indicate that they, among those competing, are better qualified in terms of related education, training and experience will be invited to participate in the following:

• City of Dixon Fire Department Physical Agility Exam, if you do not possess a current, valid Cal-JAC CPAT Card issued within the last 12 months from date of application.

• Assessment process consisting of:

          Oral panel interview = 25 points

          Fire Simulation exercise = 50 points

          Administrative duties exercise = 25 points

The most qualified candidates from the assessment process will be placed on an employment eligibility list. The Fire Chief will make a final selection from candidates on the certified employment list.

EMPLOYMENT PROCESSING:  Selected candidates will be required to successfully complete a Personal History Statement (PHS) review, personal background investigation, pre-employment medical, and drug test, an 18-month probationary period, and in accordance with Federal law, are to provide proof of identity and proof that they may legally work in the United States.

Failure of any component during the exam/employment process eliminates the candidate.

Veteran's Preference Points: Veteran's Preference points will be applied. A PDF copy of the DD214 form must be filed at the time of application.

Special Accommodations:  Contact Human Resources at 707-678-7000. EOE.

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THE POSITION

Under general direction, supervises, evaluates, plans and participates in the day-to-day operations of the City’s wastewater treatment plant and facilities as well as the water system and infrastructure; assists in the preparation and administration of the division budget; evaluates and trains assigned staff; interfaces with and coordinates assigned functions with other City services and departments; represents wastewater treatment plant and water system operations with governmental regulatory agencies; ensures work quality and accuracy and safe work practices; serves as a technical resource for assigned work crews and the department Director; performs other management related duties as required. 

DISTINGUISING CHARACTERISTICS:

The Utilities Superintendent is part of the mid-management level class responsible for assigning and supervising the day-to-day operation, development, repair and maintenance of the City’s wastewater treatment plant and facilities as well as the water system and infrastructure. The incumbent is expected to perform the full scope of duties. This classification is distinguished from the higher classification of Director in that the latter is responsible for the overall management and supervision of the Department. FLSA status – exempt.

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The position is responsible for the performance of both the day-to-day power settlements among NCPA members, Western, California, and Federal electricity markets, local balancing authority area operators (CAISO, BANC, EIM), as well as settlement activities associated with NCPA Power Management’s Service Customers. Other responsibilities include tracking and meter data management validation duties, GHG (Greenhouse Gas) monitoring and analysis, analysis and testing associated with new CAISO market initiatives, and comprehensive analytic or technical studies, as required, including proceedings before state and federal regulatory agencies and public officials. This is a full journey-level position capable of performing all the duties and responsibilities of the Settlements Analyst I. Performs the full range of duties as assigned, receiving only occasional instruction, training, or assistance as new or unusual situations arise. Additionally, incumbents perform a variety of assigned complex technical and professional work in the areas of power accounts settlements, budgeting, systems development, and audit. Incumbents also provide technical analysis and assistance to staff, Members, contractual participants, and others, as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This position requires that the incumbent report for work on time and maintain satisfactory attendance in accordance with Agency policy; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives to meetings and appointments on time; Performs special assignments as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Responsibilities:
Provides technical advice, functional instruction, and guidance to less experienced Power Settlement staff as needed. Trains new Power Settlements Analysts and cross trains as roles evolve. Recommends personnel actions. Prepares and presents training/tutorials on All Resources Bill, Pre-Bill process, Power Settlement processes overall, and various other topics, as needed, in person or via webinars (s) to NCPA Members and Project Participant staff.

Serves as subject matter expert, working with Information Services, on Power Settlements application requirements, such as All Resources Bill enhancements, and testing system enhancements in development.

Implements and operates complicated power settlements systems. Prepares complex analytical reports and supporting documentation.

Provides analysis, integration, and implementation of new energy market initiatives and/or customers/Scheduling Coordination accounts (e.g., ISO, Western Energy Imbalance Market (“EIM”), renewable generating resources, Community Choice Energy/Aggregators (“CCE”).

Monitors settlements associated with Renewable Energy Credits and acts as or provides support to NCPA’s Qualified Reporting Entity representative; registers credits on the Western Renewable Energy Generation Information System (“WREGIS”) or its successor.

Monitors settlements functions of Western capacity and energy allocations, market purchases and sales, Pool transmission activity, and other transactions as they occur; Prepares or reviews power settlement transactions for proper budget classification.

Conducts special studies requiring complex, voluminous, and detailed analysis of power costs and revenues. Recommends operational changes that provide better value to Members and Participants.

Coordinates and participates in the development, analysis, and monitoring of the Agency's power supply budgets. Acts as power settlements representative to other department managers and supervisors in regard to cost summary and budgetary reports.

Assists with the implementation of systems, policies, and procedures and special projects requiring highly technical study and analyses. Recommends changes or modifications to methods or systems as applicable.

Assists with formal budget and other presentations to upper management and the governing body.
Performs special assignments for the Power Settlements Supervisor or others as assigned, including preparation of testimony and exhibits for presentation before state and national regulatory proceedings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from a four-year college or university with an emphasis on quantitative analysis, plus four (4) years of prior experience as a Power Settlements Analyst I or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES 
Knowledge:
Knowledge of California Independent System Operator settlements procedures for tariff services and Metered Subsystem services; NCPA settlements procedures for scheduling coordinator services and the ten-member power pool; California Energy Imbalance Markets; NCPA’s Western (WAPA) contracts
California’s Green House Gas rules; CARB renewable energy credits; Knowledge of NCPA settlements procedures for scheduling coordinator services and the ten-member power pool.

Abilities:
Ability to retrieve detailed records and summary-level data from NCPA’s Oracle database systems through the use of Structured Query Language (“SQL”) statements in proprietary software (e.g., SAS, Toad, SQL Developer, Oracle Database Connection [“ODBC”]) and process through proprietary or open-source software programming applications (e.g., SAS, Visual Basic for Applications [“VBA”], R, Python, Excel workbooks); Ability to read, analyze, and interpret CAISO tariff, NCPA operating agreements, and contracts, standard industry power purchase agreements, technical procedures, and governmental regulations; Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public; and the Ability to analyze and interpret settlement formulas expressed in summation notation.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Valid California Driver's License and insurance. 

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences and is free from discrimination.
 

Located in Middletown, CA!

This position performs a variety of engineering tasks relating to plant reliability and performance efficiency, troubleshoots plant and equipment problems and responsible for the collection, processing and interpretation of production, thermodynamic, geologic and geophysical data necessary to recommend actions to maximize steam production and plant generation. This position may also undertake special projects as assigned by and through the Plant Manager. The level of supervision will be dependent upon the incumbent’s classification level (Engineer III, IV, or V) but all levels will perform a variety of assigned complex technical and professional work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position requires the incumbent reports for work on time and maintains satisfactory attendance in accordance with Agency policy; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives to meetings and appointments on time; Performs special assignments for the Plant Manager or others as assigned.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Level III:
Employees at this level receive only general instruction or assistance as new, unusual or unique situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit.  Engineers at this level are expected to manage smaller projects with minimal direction. 

Level IV:
This is the journey person level class within the Engineer series. Working with minimal direction, employees at this level perform the projects and troubleshooting assignments. May lead capital projects including prioritizing work, giving project assignments, directing and reviewing work, and providing guidance and instruction to project personnel including professional engineering staff, other staff and contractors. 

Level V:
This the senior level class within the Engineering series. Working with minimal direction often taking plant goals and translating them into work assignments for the individual and in many cases other departments. Employees at this level are given the most complex projects (many cases maybe multi- year, many different disciplines of work, large contracts) and complex trouble shooting.

Responsibilities: 

Level III:
Interfaces with plant staff to optimize plant output.

Estimates forward projection of steam supplies and generation of the geothermal field.

Evaluates the effects of injection within the field and makes injection recommendations based on the available tracer, MEQ, and reservoir data.

Recommends pipeline and control system design changes necessary to increase system operating efficiencies.

Reduces operating expenses in conjunction with the business unit goals and budget.  

Develops and uses databases to perform analysis of plant generation and production including predictions of reservoir reserves, forward projections for generation and production, and impact analysis of future projects both within the existing site and the analysis of any investment possibilities.

Acts as a point of contact with the NCPA Generation Services Engineering Department and provides engineering assistance as requested.

Level IV:
In addition to Level III class, this item;

Assists in the preparation of engineering solutions for problems related to production, generation and transmission.

Communicates with staff, management, technical committees, commission, and regulators through memos, meetings, and reports.

Assists in making injection recommendations to maximize the recovery of injection-derived-steam.

Develops conceptual models of the reservoir, prepares estimates of field reserves and forecasts of future production and generation and related reports, as needed.
Initiates, develops and presents annual Steam Field budget.
Prepares and submits reservoir maps based on well flowrate, pressure, gas and tracer data.

Initiates and approves requisitions and invoices, tracks cost and insures projects are cost­ effective.

Acts as project manager on assigned projects which includes planning, interdepartmental coordination, budgeting, implementation, progress reporting, quality control, payment approval, etc.

Level V:
In addition to Level IV class, this item;

Sets standards of performance for direct reports, provides coaching and development opportunities, and assesses performance.

Gathers and interprets the necessary information to comply with permits from the Bureau of Land Management, Regional Water Quality Control Board, and Air Quality Management District(s) for all drilling, workover, conversion to injection and well abandonment programs. 

Prepares and submits required periodic operations reports.

Represents Agency on the Effluent Committee, Geothermal Resources Council and Geysers Geothermal Association.

Analyzes and interprets wireline logs including, but not limited to: PT, PTS and Casing Caliper logs.

Coordinates with other staff at the NCPA Geothermal facility and others in providing steam field engineering support.

Develops and utilizes computerized databases to analyze generation and production in support of engineering solutions and recommendations.

Maintains good working relationship with regulators including Federal Bureau of Land Management, California Department of Conservation (DOGGR), Sonoma County Air Quality Management District, Lake County Air Quality Management District, etc.

May be called upon to step into the Plant Manager or Operations and Maintenance Supervisor role from time to time.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE      

Level III:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred) from an accredited four-year college or university is required; and a minimum of three (3) years in power plant/production engineering.  A minimum California Engineer-in-Training Certificate is required. A California Professional Engineering License is highly desirable and in some cases a requirement.

Level IV:
This level requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred) an accredited four-year college or university; and a minimum of five (5) years related experience in power plant/production engineering.  A California Professional Engineering License is highly desirable and in some cases a requirement. 

Level V: 
This level requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred) plus a Master’s degree in reservoir engineering from an accredited four-year college or university; and a minimum of six (6) years related experience preferably within a steamfield reservoir generating plant.  A California Professional Engineering License is highly desirable and in some cases a requirement.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES 

Knowledge:                                                                                                                                                            Knowledge of power plant operations and plant design parameters; methods, materials and techniques used in making engineering evaluations on the performance of the physical reservoir processes including but not limited to volumetric voidage calculations, water frontal advance maps, water percentage versus cumulative production curves, injectivity and production capabilities, together with other secondary recovery methods; General power plant safety principles and practices; Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations applicable to electric utility generator operators and generator owners; Knowledge of utility industry, generation practices, and new developments; Use and application of computer aided design software; Principles and practices of applicable ASME codes and standards; Principles of budget preparation and administration; Proficiency with MS Word and Excel;  Experience with MS PowerPoint, MS Project, MS SharePoint, OSIsoft PI, CMMS, AutoCAD, and relational databases (e.g. MS Access) is desirable; Demonstrated application of business and systems analysis techniques, SQL, client- server and web base technology, and report writing tools is also desirable; Requirements of Public Works Contracts including, Public Works bid process, roles and responsibilities of NCPA project manager versus contractor, bonding Public notices and registration requirements; project closure; NCPA leadership standards and expected leadership behaviors and considerable skill in verbal and written communications.
In addition, requires knowledge of California Public Utilities Code and General Orders; trends, issues, State and Federal requirements, and basic court decisions affecting public utilities and transportation regulation; knowledge of engineering terminology, fundamentals, mathematics, and economics; financial structure and prescribed accounting classifications; knowledge of standards of service, reliability, and safety; materials and methods of engineering construction; procedures of conducting hearings before the California Public Utilities Commission and other regulatory agencies.

Abilities:
Observe and enforce NCPA safety procedures and to establish and maintain project priorities and to reason logically and creatively.  Must develop and evaluate alternatives; analyze data and perform research work; analyze situations accurately and take effective action; communicate and negotiate effectively; prepare reports, correspondence, safety oversight plans, and exhibits; translate engineering calculations and analyses into concepts usable by decision-makers; testify on results of completed studies; consult with and advise administrators, decision-makers, and other interested parties on a broad range of subject-matter areas; serve as a lead person and gain and maintain the confidence and cooperation of those contacted during the course of work; utilize complex computer operations, intermediate to advanced programming, relational databases, and operating systems, and advanced features of software packages (word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, customized products, etc.); control project costs and report progress; conduct post project reviews and consistently manage NCPA staff or contractors in pursuit of facility goals.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Professional Engineer license is highly desirable, and in some cases is a requirement.

Valid California Driver's License and insurance, as travel by car to NCPA facilities is required.
Additional coursework or certifications in information technology are helpful.

The Reservoir Engineer III has no supervisory responsibilities.

The Reservoir Engineer IV may be called upon to lead projects and may act as interim supervisor as needed. 

The Reservoir Engineer V supervises projects i.e. (drilling, wireline, reservoir upgrades) and may supervise other staff including student interns and lower level engineers on rotational assignments.   

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
 

This position is open until filled. The first review of applications is January 31, 2024.

*Effective July 2024, this position will receive a 2.5% base salary increase.

THE POSITION

Reporting to the Director of Administrative Services, the Management Analyst (Risk Management) provides professional support to risk management programs including: workers' compensation, safety compliance, review and approval of contracts and Certificates of Insurance, risk transfer, and leave and disability administration. 

In addition, you will have the opportunity to coordinate and oversee workers' compensation claims management including monitoring accepted claims and providing information to claimants, attorneys, and the workers' compensation carrier. You will also serve as a consultant to City departments and employees on Risk Management (workers' compensation, safety, contract insurance) problems and communicate regularly with internal and external parties to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of assigned programs and activities, minimize risk, and advise of claim developments. This position will also support the City's leave management program.

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ABOUT YOU

We are looking for a solution-focused problem solver who is responsive to organizational needs and open to new ideas and approaches to deliver HR services. Additionally, our ideal candidate will:

• Have a demonstrated ability to manage and organize multiple HR projects and priorities. 
• Understand and apply principles and practices of being an HR Business Partner.
• Have a strategic perspective and the ability to see the long-term impact of projects and initiatives.
• Be an outstanding communicator with exceptional interpersonal, analytical, written, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
• Proven technical skills and the desire to be a generalist in the HR functional areas assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a bachelor's degree with major coursework in public or business administration, finance, human resources, economics, or a closely related field;

AND

Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience performing public administration, finance, housing, or human resources functions; or

One (1) year of experience at a level equivalent to the City’s class of Associate Management Analyst or Administrative Analyst.

When assigned to a specific functional area as noted above, additional knowledge and experience in such area may be desirable.

Public sector experience is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California Class C Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record is required. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. 

This position performs a wide variety of responsible bookkeeping and clerical duties under general supervision and within a framework of established procedures. Perform a large amount of the daily bookkeeping and administrative work associated with accounts payable, accounts receivable, the general ledger, cash & investments, internal credit card claim processing, and support services administration.  Assist in the preparation of participant and third-party power billings, and fuel-steam and other allocations. Monitor the collection of accounts receivable. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This position requires the incumbent reports for work on time and maintains satisfactory attendance in accordance with Agency policy; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives to meetings and appointments on time; Performs special assignments for the Treasurer-Controller or others as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Accounting Clerk I:
Perform full cycle accounts payable processing to include: creation and maintenance of vendor files; verification of invoices, including quantities, dollar amounts, and payment and discount terms; matching and cross-referencing invoices to receiving documents, requisitions, purchase orders, contracts, and shipping documents, reconciling with vendor statements, and ensuring timely payment to vendors.

Track, monitor, and process electronic purchase order files, including invoices,  payments, open purchase orders, work orders, partial payments, and other information as required to expedite and document accounts payable transactions. Resolve exceptions through contact and coordination with appropriate vendor and Agency purchasing officials.

Assist in t in the maintenance of subsidiary accounts payable ledgers, fixed asset records, accounts receivable, work order and related systems and reconcile to the general ledger.  

Assist with reconciling cash accounts and documents to Agency records. Responsible for the distribution of recurring reports

Review and process employee advances, expense reports, and credit card transactions in accordance with Agency policy and procedures.

Provide administrative support for NCPA’s Support and Shared Services Programs, including review and verification of insurance terms, confirming insurance is up-to-date, and entering into appropriate tracking tool.  

Process, review and route invoices to Member(s) for approval for payment; submission of invoices to accounting for payment. Upload various documents into electronic database program SharePoint.

Communicate effectively with internal and external partners and respond to inquiries in a timely manner and provide internal and external support services-related assistance to various cross functional partners. 

Compose, format, edit, and type routine correspondence, prepare Commission Staff reports and monthly Support Services report as assigned. Prepare annual report for the General Manager and Chief Executive Officer and other required reports as assigned. 

May include coordination with the Southern California Public Power Authority (SCPPA) for an efficient process for Shared Services to NCPA Members who use SCPPA contracts. Inspect, read, edit, and verify documents and assess data

Accounting Clerk II:
In addition to the duties for the level I class, this level:

Maintaining the Agency's general ledgers and subsidiary ledgers and in preparation of recurring journal entries, audit schedules, account analyses, and special data requests. Assist and instruct new clerical employees as required.  

Maintain subsidiary accounts payable ledgers, fixed asset records, accounts receivable, work order and related systems and reconcile to the general ledger. Maintain the Agency's general ledgers and subsidiary ledgers and in preparation of recurring journal entries, audit schedules, account analyses, and special data requests. Assist and instruct new clerical employees as required.

Provide support to Treasurer. Track cash activity, update wire, and cash schedules daily, including ACH and wire transfer origination, check run initiation, vendor book transfers, upload of positive pay files, and weekly cash requirements forecasting. In addition, input investments, interest, bank sweep activity into investment management software and compile monthly Treasurer’s Report. Track, balance, and report transactions between various funds with high level of accuracy and a high level of attention to detail.  

Maintain and reconcile cash accounts and documents to Agency records. Coordinate and resolve related matters with outside entities, managers, supervisors, and or employees as applicable. Also responsible for the distribution of recurring reports.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience      

Accounting Clerk I:
This level requires a minimum of a high school diploma supplemented with college-level training in business or a related field and a minimum of two years of experience performing similar job responsibilities. An associate of art degree from an accredited college with major coursework in accounting or a related field is preferred.  

Accounting Clerk II:        
This level requires a minimum of a high school diploma supplemented with college-level training in business or a related field and a minimum of four years of experience performing similar job responsibilities with minimal supervision. An associate of art degree from an accredited college with major coursework in accounting or a related field is preferred.  

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES 
Knowledge:
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices and principles, including accounts payable and receivable, journal entries and ledgers, cash management practices, account reconciliation, and purchasing; Knowledge of business English and correspondence, Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and possess strong organizational and time-management skills, and the knowledge of manual and computerized accounting systems and practices. 

Abilities:
Ability to be detail-oriented and work with a high level of accuracy; Listen to, read, and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos and ask for clarification when necessary; Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to clients and other employees of the organization in writing and in person and to speak clearly and persuasively; Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; Compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs and apply mathematical concepts to accounting transactions; and the ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Valid California Driver's License and insurance. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds. 

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences and is free from discrimination.