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Public Safety Dispatcher I is the entry level class in the Public Safety Dispatch series.  Performs a variety of duties involved in receiving, evaluating, prioritizing, and relaying calls for emergency and non-emergency public safety assistance; dispatches appropriate units and coordinates response of emergency personnel; operates a variety of telecommunications equipment including radio, telephone, and computer aided dispatch systems; and performs a wide variety of specialized clerical duties involved in the preparation, maintenance, and release of materials related to law enforcement activities.

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:
Operations, services, and activities of a public safety telecommunications and dispatch center.
Operational characteristics of modern public safety telecommunications equipment including computer aided dispatch systems and multi-channel radio systems.
Law enforcement and emergency service procedures for responding to and handling reported incidents.
Techniques of questioning for both emergency and non-emergency calls.
Methods and techniques of receiving, prioritizing, and dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
Functions of the Public Safety Department and other City departments.
Geographic features and locations within the area served.
English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment.
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Methods and techniques of telephone etiquette.
Methods and techniques of conflict resolution.
Principles and procedures of record keeping.

Ability to:
Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
Effectively communicate and elicit information from upset and irate callers.
Speak clearly and concisely in an understandable voice via radio and telephone and in person.
Hear and distinguish radio voice traffic within normal levels and over background noise.
Make independent decisions that affect the safety of public safety personnel, citizens, and property such as those involved in determining the urgency of requests received and the appropriate action to take.
Dispatch police units quickly and effectively.
Think quickly, calmly, and clearly in emergency situations.
Perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
Operate a variety of telecommunications receiving and transmitting equipment including radio transmitting communication equipment, teletype equipment, and computer equipment.
Operate specialized public safety computer systems and applications.
Read and interpret maps and other navigational resources and give directions.
Type and enter data accurately at a speed necessary for successful job performance.
Work under pressure, exercise good judgment, and make sound decisions in emergency situations.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Interpret, apply, and explain applicable federal, state and local policies, procedures, laws, codes and regulations including police records retention and dissemination policies and procedures.
Maintain composure, alertness and concentration while working for extended periods of time.
Compile, maintain, process, and prepare a variety of records and reports.
Deal tactfully and courteously with the public reporting emergencies and seeking information or filing a report.
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:

Dispatcher I

Education/Training:  Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by successful completion of the basic dispatcher course within specified time period.

Experience:  Two years of increasingly responsible clerical experience that includes customer service in an environment with frequent interruptions.

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 in an office and emergency services dispatch center setting with extensive public contact; incumbents are required to work evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts; incumbents may be called back or held over to maintain staffing levels. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.  The office is a low-light environment.  The type and nature of calls can create periods of extended stress.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office and emergency dispatch center 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 light to moderate 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.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Communications switchboard, including computer-aided systems, desktop and laptop computers including word processing software, copy machine, fax machine and two-way radio system.

SELECTION PROCESS

Application Evaluation:  The qualifications of each applicant, as set forth in the application, will be continuously reviewed by the Police Department and Human Resources. Applicants who pass the initial Application Evaluation Test will advance to the next testing phase, the Interview.   Note: Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the selection process.  

Those candidates who successfully pass the Interview phase of testing will be certified to a Hiring Eligibility List and the top three (3) scorers will be referred to the Police Department for a selection interview with the Chief of Police.  A select number of candidates will be authorized by the Chief to advance to the Background Investigation, including Fingerprinting. 

Conditional Offer of Employment:  Candidates who pass the Background Investigation will receive a Conditional Employment Offer and will advance to the pre-employment medical examinations, which will include medical psychiatric and physical examinations, including drug testing.

NOTE: Information contained herein does not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and is subject to change without notice.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT     

If you are a qualified individual with a disability as defined by the ADA and you need reasonable accommodations to participate in any of the examinations administered by the City of Ceres, you must notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date or review date for the specific job. Official documentation of your functional limitations to support your request may be required.

THE CITY OF CERES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY

Welcome to Ceres!  Build upon your civil design, engineering, and drafting experience using AutoCAD, Civil 3D and other products and expertise/training.  Ideally you have a strong interest in public works and other municipal projects with an eye for advancing your engineering career.

Responsibilities may include:   

• Prepare and design plans and specs for public works projects, including streets, storm drains and sewer lines
• Research project design requirements; perform calculations and prepare estimates of time and material costs
• Perform data collection and design for capital improvements
• Use CAD to perform moderate to difficult drafting work to prepare maps, plans deeds, exhibits, records, surveys
• Check improvement plans for compliance with master plan, design criteria, special conditions and City standards

Requirements: 

• Tech I - Two years of increasingly responsible engineering, surveying or drafting experience
• Tech II - Two years of responsible municipal engineering experience equivalent to Tech I
• Some college level coursework in math, drafting, engineering, surveying or a related field
• Possession of a valid Driver License

Summary Description

Under immediate supervision (Engineering Technician I) or general supervision (Engineering Technician II), performs paraprofessional engineering office and field work involving surveying, design of Public Works facilities, construction inspection, and drafting.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Engineering Technician I - This is the entry level class in the Engineering Technician series. This class is distinguished from the Engineering Technician II series by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgement on matters related to established procedures and guidelines as are positions allocated to the II level. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience. Employees work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks.

Engineering Technician II - This is the full journey level class within the Engineering Technician series. This class is distinguished from the Engineering Technician I by the assignment of the full range of duties assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and they are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit.

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. Design and prepare plans and specifications for public works projects, including pumping stations, streets, storm drains, and sewer lines.
2. Research project design requirements; perform calculations and prepare estimates of time and material costs.
3. Perform data collection and design for capital improvements.
4. Make and check computations and record field data.
5. Use CAD to perform moderate to difficult drafting work to prepare maps, plans, deeds, descriptions, exhibits, records, or surveys.
6. Develop revised design and construction standards for public works structures and appurtenances.
7. Check improvement plans for compliance with master plan, design criteria, special conditions, and City standards.
8. Prepare engineering field reports and related documents.
9. Answer inquiries from realtors, developers, engineers and the general public.
10. Serve as construction inspector to ensure compliance on City projects, subdivisions, and encroachments.
11. Update and maintain City basemap information.
12. Issue encroachment, water, and sewer permits.
13. May perform traffic counts and other special studies.
14. Operate total station, transit, level, and other survey instruments in the performance of control, preliminary, and construction surveys, monument checks and related projects.
15. 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:

Civil engineering principles, practices and methods applicable to office and field work involving the use of civil engineering software and associated equipment in the design, construction and maintenance of City public works projects.

Drafting and surveying principles, techniques, practices, equipment, and computer programs,.

Safe work practices and methods.

Mathematical concepts applicable to engineering.

Construction practices and methods.

Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Operation of CAD systems.

Standard drafting tools and equipment.

Ability to:

Learn and understand City engineering policies and procedures.

Prepare accurate plans, specifications, cost estimates and technical engineering reports.

Perform engineering design computations.

Check, design, and prepare engineering plans and studies.

Interpret complex construction plans and specifications.

Use and care for engineering and drafting instruments and equipment.

Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

Learn pertinent federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

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:

Engineering Technician I

Education/Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college level courses in math, drafting, engineering, surveying, or a related field.

Experience:

Two years of increasingly responsible engineering, surveying, or drafting experience.

License or Certificate:

Possession of an appropriate, valid Driver License.

Engineering Technician II

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:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college level courses in math, drafting, engineering, surveying, or a related field.

Experience:

Two years of responsible municipal engineering experience equivalent to an Engineering Technician I in the City of Ceres.

License or Certificate:

Possession of an appropriate, valid Driver 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 in an indoor and outdoor setting with exposure to all types of weather and temperature conditions, and travel from site to site.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting and field environment; to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate amounts of weight; to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; 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.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT     

If you are a qualified individual with a disability as defined by the ADA and you need reasonable accommodation to participate in any of the examinations administered by the City of Ceres, you must notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date or review date for the specific job. Official documentation of your functional limitations to support your request may be required.

THE CITY OF CERES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY

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Junior Engineer/Assistant Engineer/

Associate Civil Engineer

(One position available – Level upon appointment dependent upon experience/qualifications)

$5,806 - $7,057 per month (Junior Engineer)

$7,250 - $8,812 per month (Assistant Engineer)

$8,003 - $9,727 per month (Associate Civil Engineer)

(The salary above reflects a 3% furlough reduction for FY 20/21)

Plus excellent benefits

DEADLINE:     Apply by Monday, January 18, 2021 for first consideration

The City of San Rafael is seeking a full-time Junior/Assistant or Associate Civil Engineer (one position available – level will depend upon experience/qualifications) with our Public Works Department.  This position will perform field and office professional civil engineering work in the planning, design, technical investigation, inspection and construction of projects in several areas of public to works and civil engineering.   

Placement of the individual as either a Junior/Assistant/ or Associate Civil Engineer will be based on a combination of factors including education, years and type of experience, and designation or work in progress and the Professional Registration as a licensed civil engineer in California or Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.

Junior Engineer:  This is the entry level engineer classification.  The position requires a BS degree in Civil Engineering and does not require any formal work experience or engineering certification.

Assistant Engineer:  This is the initial licensed classification which requires registration as a civil engineer.  This position performs engineering work in the design, plan review, investigation, inspection and construction of public works or private development projects, and performs related duties as assigned.  This position may oversee the work of contractors for assigned projects and may act as the lead engineer in administrative or technical support performing tasks on the same assigned projects.

Associate Civil Engineer:  This is the journey level classification.  This classification requires registration as a licensed civil engineer and four (4) years of responsible post degree engineering experience (a master’s degree shall count for 1 year of post degree engineering experience).  Under direction, this position performs difficult and complex engineering work and may serve as a supervisor to a small group of engineers and/or paraprofessional engineering staff.  This position calls for a high degree of initiative, technical proficiency and judgment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (may include, but are not limited to the following):  Duties below are performed at the Junior Engineer level, for the Assistant Civil Engineer the duties require more independence and judgment utilizing knowledge of a licensed civil engineer, and for the Associate Civil Engineer the duties below are performed at the full journey level.

• Develops Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) and participate with other department staff in the selection of consulting engineers.
• Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of plans, specifications and estimates pertaining to construction projects.
• Interprets plans and specifications.
• Makes engineering calculations, completes design drawings, makes and revises maps, charts and diagrams.
• Conducts pre-construction meetings with contractors to establish job requirements, i.e. timing, noise level, traffic impact.
• Performs field inspections of various municipal construction projects, in progress and upon completion.
• Prepares written reports on civil engineering issues/projects for the department.
• Meets with a variety of public and private officials, individually and/or in a group setting, on civil engineering matters.
• Research and make recommendations on civil engineering issues/problems.
• Performs project management on Capital Projects during the design, environmental, bidding, and construction phases of the project.
• Performs Resident Engineer duties on Capital Projects during construction.
• Performs inspection and enforcement duties to ensure compliance with applicable design standards, specifications, contracts and legal documents, codes and ordinances.
• Meets with State, Federal, and Local Districts, Agencies, consultants, and engineers to discuss project guidelines, design parameters, policies and procedures.
• Performs work in accordance with local, State, and Federal standards and regulations.
• Designs and prepares plans and specifications and cost estimates for a variety of public works projects, including but not limited to streets, storm drains, bridges, parks, traffic signals, parking lots, water facilities, infrastructure improvements and other public facilities.  Researches project design requirements, performs calculations, prepares estimates of time and materials costs and determines sequencing and detour requirements.
• Serves as Project Engineer, including serving as design team leader, handling contract administration and providing design support for the inspector during construction.
• Review plans and maps submitted by private developers for conformity with laws, ordinances, City imposed requirements and accepted professional standards with the goal of protecting the health, safety, and welfare community.  Performs certain administrative duties associated with private development approvals such as preparing agreements, collecting fees, obtaining dedications, and coordinating with other agencies and City departments.
• Investigates field problems affecting the public, property owners, contractors and maintenance operations; collects the necessary data or assigns the collection of data to technical personnel; develops recommendations and meets with the appropriate parties to discuss and implement recommendations.
• Provides engineering information, including City requirements related to property improvements, to the public and other City departments.  Arranges and participates in conferences with other engineers, developers and the general public on engineering problems.
• Assigns investigation, design and drafting tasks to subordinates, reviews completed work and assists in the developing solutions to difficult problems.
• Develops revised design and construction standards for public facilities.
• Researches publications and industry information sources and attends conferences and continuing education courses to keep abreast of new developments in the field of public works engineering.
• Prepares special engineering studies and reports, including but not limited to construction diaries, progress payments, state and federal paperwork associated with grant funding and permitting staff reports and duties as assigned.
• Participates in engineering inspection and survey activities.
• Prepares written recommendations, correspondence and reports on assigned projects.
• May attend and present information at public meetings.
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITY/SKILLS TO:

• Knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering and surveying.
• Knowledge of basic methods and equipment used in civil engineering construction.
• Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering and surveying; and working methods and equipment used in civil engineering construction; pertinent Federal, State, and local rules, regulations and ordinances; and computer applications relating to civil engineering.
• Knowledge of modern civil engineering tools and equipment including a PC and related software, including but not limited to AutoCadd or similar drawing software.
• Ability to analyze engineering problems.
• Ability to present clear, concise written and verbal reports.
• Ability to deal effectively with other engineers, other City and agency staff, private contractors, and the general public.
• Ability to use modern civil engineering equipment including a PC and related software.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of citizens, other City and agency staff, private contractors both in oral and written format.
• Ability to analyze civil engineering problems, evaluate alternatives, and reach sound conclusions.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports, records, and correspondence.
• Ability to complete mapping and drafting assignments.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to inspect public works construction projects.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical solutions.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Junior Engineer:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Assistant Civil Engineer:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California

Associate Civil Engineer:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Four (4) years of responsible post degree engineering experience (a master’s degree shall count for one year of post degree engineering experience).
• Registration as a licensed Civil Engineer in the State of California

OTHER REQUIREMENTS (for all classifications):

• Valid driver’s license.

The physical demands described here are the 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 sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and taste or smell.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Hazards are moderate, fairly predictable and protected against.

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 examination process.  The examination process may include any or all of the following:  Application appraisal, oral board examination, and written examination.  The passing point for the oral and/or written examination final score will be 70%.  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a background check, DMV check, pre-employment physical/drug screen, and fingerprinting.  To file an application, go to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “City of San Rafael”.  For more information on the City of San Rafael, go to www.cityofsanrafael.org.  Follow this link to submit your application:  https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20067246

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 no later than seven

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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

CITY OF SAN RAFAEL, CALIFORNIA

$156, 336 – 190,032 annually DOQ/DOE

Come join our boundary-pushing and transformative Executive Team at the City of San Rafael!

The City of San Rafael is looking for a Community Development Director to lead our City Planning, Housing, Building Construction, and Code Enforcement into the future. This position is part of the City’s passionate and skilled executive team that promotes a culture that: inspires creative thinking and engagement, proactively pursues actions to ensure that San Rafael continues to be an amazing place to be, provides effective and easy access to City services, and supports work-life balance. If you are looking for a career where you can work in a fast-paced and positive environment, initiate, and manage exciting projects, and be a part of a dynamic leadership team, then this is a great match for you! 

For more information and to apply visit our job board: https://wbcpinc.com/job-board/

THE JOB

The Community Development Director leads the vision, management and execution of projects and business processes in three main divisions: City Planning, Building Construction, and Code Enforcement. This position is part of the City’s executive team with a culture that inspires creative thinking, engagement and supports quality of life and work-life balance. This is an at-will, executive position that reports directly to the City Manager and oversees an annual operating budget of $4 million.  The Director oversees approximately 20 staff: three division managers, a principal analyst and 16 indirect FTE. This position will also:

• Recommend short- and long-range planning.
• Provide planning and land use consultative services and recommendations to elected officials, commissions, civic groups, executive leadership, and the general public.  
• Develop and implement community development and growth management.
• Oversee grant applications and management, and contracts and partnership agreements with community groups and organizations.
• Lead policy development, updates to service delivery, and process improvements.
• Lead innovation to a more transparent and open government with easier access to services and resources.
• Recruit, select, develop, coach, manage, and lead a team of land, planning, building and other professionals.  
• Interpret City, County, State and Federal code, law, and regulations, and enforce local ordinances.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in land-use planning, urban planning, landscape architecture or closely related field, AND
• Six years of experience in municipal planning, including at least two years in a supervisory capacity.
• AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners) certification is desirable.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The City of San Rafael offers an attractive compensation and benefits program. The range for this position is $156,336 – 190,032 annually DOQ/DOE, and a competitive benefits program, see the full brochure for more details.

HOW TO APPLY:  This position is open until the needs of the City are met, apply by January 14th, 2021 for first consideration.

• https://wbcpinc.com/job-board/

INTERVIEWS:

Interviews will be held February 1st and 2nd, 2021 (selected candidates will need to be available both days)

Please contact your recruiter, Sam Sackman, with any questions:

• sam@wbcpinc.com
• 866-929-WBCP (9227) toll free
• 541-630-0657 (direct)

**SEE ATTACHED JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR MORE INFORMATION BEFORE APPLYING**

ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST

$4,915—$5,973 (monthly)

PLUS EXCELLENT BENEFITS

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

APPLICATION SCREENING TO BEGIN 12/17/2020

Summary Description

Under direction, performs a wide variety of professional analytical and administrative duties in support of assigned functions, operations, programs, department, and/or division including such areas as the City’s solid waste, recycling programs and transit system; performs duties in support of various administrative operations and activities including special projects, research studies, budget analysis, and other specialized functions; coordinates and performs a variety of contract and grant administration duties; prepares various reports to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations; coordinates assigned activities with other departments, divisions, outside agencies, and the general public; and provides information and assistance to the public regarding assigned programs and services.

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.       Perform a wide variety of professional level research, administrative, and analytical duties in support of assigned functions, operations, programs, department, and/or division; perform duties in support of various administrative operations and activities within assigned area of responsibility including special projects, research studies, budget analysis, and other specialized functions.

2.       Administer and coordinate assigned functions or projects; participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, and priorities for assigned functions or programs; recommend and implement resulting policies and procedures; create and modify policy and procedural manuals and guidelines.

3.       Prepare and present comprehensive technical, administrative, and financial analytical and statistical reports that present and interpret data, identify alternatives, and present and justify conclusions, forecasts, and recommendations based on data summaries and other findings.

4.       Participate in the budget development and administration for assigned area of responsibility; analyze proposed capital, operating, and maintenance expenditures; prepare reports and analyses related to impact of budgetary decisions; prepare financial forecasts; track and monitor budget expenditures.

5.       Provide assistance in resolving operational and administration issues; identify issues and conduct research to find alternative solutions; make and assist in the implementation of recommendations.

6.       Coordinate, implement, and monitor special projects within assigned area of responsibility; perform complex research and analysis of new programs, services, policies, and procedures; prepare and present reports.

7.       Plan, coordinate, and evaluate activities associated with assigned contracts; participate in research and evaluation of proposed contractual obligations and agreements; assist in contract negotiations and administration; monitor compliance with applicable contractual agreements.

8.       Coordinates grant administration activities; prepare, write, review, and monitor grant applications; monitor existing programs for compliance with regulations.

9.       Analyzes federal, state, and local legislative proposals for impact on assigned operations.

10.    Coordinate, prepare, and conduct marketing, public relations, and outreach programs; prepare marketing material including brochures, posters, articles, advertisements, flyers, schedules of events, and pamphlets; attend and participate in community groups and meetings; educate the public on assigned programs.

11.    Provide staff assistance to higher-level management staff; participate on and provide staff support to a variety of committees, boards, and commissions; prepare and present staff reports and other correspondence as appropriate and necessary.

12.    Coordinate and collaborate with departments, divisions and outside agencies; serve as a liaison with public and private organizations, community groups and other social organizations; provide information and serves as a resource.

13.    Attend and participates in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new developments within assigned area of responsibility; maintain awareness of federal, state and local regulations.

14.    Respond to inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.

15.    Perform related duties as required.

Public Works/Engineering

16.    Manage special districts.

17.    Analyze data and prepare comprehensive technical, administrative, financial, and statistical reports for the department.

18.    Manage Hazardous Materials Business Plans.

19.    Update, develop and maintain databases for reporting purposes.

20.    Maintain & analyze TID electrical database

21.    Assistant with various State compliance

22.    Coordinate grant administration activities

Associate Civil Engineer

$8,003 - $9,727 per month

($96,036 - $116,724 annually)

(The salary above reflects a 3% furlough reduction for FY 20/21)

Plus excellent benefits

DEADLINE:    Apply by Wednesday, December 23, 2020 for first consideration

The City of San Rafael is seeking a full-time Associate Civil Engineer with our Public Works Department.  This position will perform field and office professional civil engineering work in the planning, design, technical investigation, inspection and construction of projects in several areas of public to works and civil engineering.   

Under direction, this position performs difficult and complex engineering work and may serve as a supervisor to a small group of engineers and/or paraprofessional engineering staff.  This position calls for a high degree of initiative, technical proficiency, and judgment.  The Associate Civil Engineer is responsible for all phases of multiple projects or programs. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (may include, but are not limited to the following):

• Develops Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) and participate with other department staff in the selection of consulting engineers.
• Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of plans, specifications and estimates pertaining to construction projects.
• Interprets plans and specifications.
• Makes engineering calculations, completes design drawings, makes and revises maps, charts and diagrams.
• Conducts pre-construction meetings with contractors to establish job requirements, i.e. timing, noise level, traffic impact.
• Performs field inspections of various municipal construction projects, in progress and upon completion.
• Prepares written reports on civil engineering issues/projects for the department.
• Meets with a variety of public and private officials, individually and/or in a group setting, on civil engineering matters.
• Research and make recommendations on civil engineering issues/problems.
• Performs project management on Capital Projects during the design, environmental, bidding, and construction phases of the project.
• Performs Resident Engineer duties on Capital Projects during construction.
• Performs inspection and enforcement duties to ensure compliance with applicable design standards, specifications, contracts and legal documents, codes and ordinances.
• Meets with State, Federal, and Local Districts, Agencies, consultants, and engineers to discuss project guidelines, design parameters, policies and procedures.
• Performs work in accordance with local, State, and Federal standards and regulations.
• Designs and prepares plans and specifications and cost estimates for a variety of public works projects, including but not limited to streets, storm drains, bridges, parks, traffic signals, parking lots, water facilities, infrastructure improvements and other public facilities.  Researches project design requirements, performs calculations, prepares estimates of time and materials costs and determines sequencing and detour requirements.
• Serves as Project Engineer, including serving as design team leader, handling contract administration and providing design support for the inspector during construction.
• Review plans and maps submitted by private developers for conformity with laws, ordinances, City imposed requirements and accepted professional standards with the goal of protecting the health, safety, and welfare community.  Performs certain administrative duties associated with private development approvals such as preparing agreements, collecting fees, obtaining dedications, and coordinating with other agencies and City departments.
• Investigates field problems affecting the public, property owners, contractors and maintenance operations; collects the necessary data or assigns the collection of data to technical personnel; develops recommendations and meets with the appropriate parties to discuss and implement recommendations.
• Provides engineering information, including City requirements related to property improvements, to the public and other City departments.  Arranges and participates in conferences with other engineers, developers and the general public on engineering problems.
• Assigns investigation, design and drafting tasks to subordinates, reviews completed work and assists in the developing solutions to difficult problems.
• Develops revised design and construction standards for public facilities.
• Researches publications and industry information sources and attends conferences and continuing education courses to keep abreast of new developments in the field of public works engineering.
• Prepares special engineering studies and reports, including but not limited to construction diaries, progress payments, state and federal paperwork associated with grant funding and permitting staff reports and duties as assigned.
• Participates in engineering inspection and survey activities.
• Prepares written recommendations, correspondence and reports on assigned projects.
• May attend and present information at public meetings.
• Performs related duties as required.

• Knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering and surveying.
• Knowledge of basic methods and equipment used in civil engineering construction.
• Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering and surveying; and working methods and equipment used in civil engineering construction; pertinent Federal, State, and local rules, regulations and ordinances; and computer applications relating to civil engineering.
• Knowledge of modern civil engineering tools and equipment including a PC and related software, including but not limited to AutoCadd or similar drawing software.
• Ability to analyze engineering problems.
• Ability to present clear, concise written and verbal reports.
• Ability to deal effectively with other engineers, other City and agency staff, private contractors, and the general public.
• Ability to use modern civil engineering equipment including a PC and related software.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of citizens, other City and agency staff, private contractors both in oral and written format.
• Ability to analyze civil engineering problems, evaluate alternatives, and reach sound conclusions.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports, records, and correspondence.
• Ability to complete mapping and drafting assignments.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to inspect public works construction projects.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical solutions.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Four (4) years of responsible post degree engineering experience (a master’s degree shall count for one year of post degree engineering experience).

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid driver’s license.
• Registration as a licensed Civil Engineer in the State of California

The physical demands described here are the 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 sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and taste or smell.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Hazards are moderate, fairly predictable and protected against.

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 examination process.  The examination process may include any or all of the following:  Application appraisal, oral board examination, and written examination.  The passing point for the oral and/or written examination final score will be 70%.  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a background check, DMV check, pre-employment physical/drug screen, and fingerprinting.  To file an application, go to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “City of San Rafael”.  For more information on the City of San Rafael, go to www.cityofsanrafael.org.  Follow this link to submit your application:   https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20060051 

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 no later than seven (7) calendar days before the test date.

The City of Patterson’s Public Works Department is seeking to fill (1) one part-time Maintenance Worker positions and to establish an Eligibility List. Duties include but are not limited: Learn to perform unskilled and semi-skilled manual labor involving the repair, maintenance, and cleanup of public works facilities. Assist with digging out, breaking up and hauling away damaged sidewalks, gutters, curbs, and asphalt pavements. Assist with painting street signs, crossings, crosswalks, curbs and centerlines. Performs related duties as assigned such as assist in repairing or installing landscape irrigation systems.  Learn to trim, prune, and remove landscaping and shrubbery.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

The Senior Civil Engineer is the advanced journey level class in the professional civil engineering series and is the second licensed engineer level responsible for performing the more complex design and construction of capital improvement projects, reviewing private development projects for design conformance and accuracy, and providing extensive professional engineering and administrative support to the Public Works Director/City Engineer.  Incumbents perform complex professional engineering assignments requiring considerable knowledge of various aspects of civil engineering, including land development, planning, design standards and regulations, construction, and maintenance.  This classification is distinguished from the next higher position of Assistant Director in that the latter has supervisory responsibilities over lower level staff and performs the most complex engineering duties.    

Supervision Received/Exercised:

Receives direction from the Public Works Director/City Engineer or designee.  May exercise functional and technical supervision over assigned staff.

Essential Functions: (include but are not limited to the following)

• Performs and oversees a broad range of construction project management, design and inspection activities on a variety of capital improvement projects, including streets, lighting, storm drainage, sewers, water, traffic, parks, and landscape; coordinates capital improvement projects with contractors, utility companies, other agencies, department staff, and the general public.
• Reviews and/or prepares plans and specifications; prepares quantity and cost estimates; assists in the development of design procedures; interprets the application of design criteria; checks plans and specifications for accuracy of design and completeness.
• Analyzes and reviews plans for private and public development, including subdivisions, parcel maps, lot line adjustments, improvement plans, capital improvement projects, and requests for extensions of City services; determines impact and ensures compliance with City service standards for water, sewers, drainage, and streets.
• Reviews and prepares all legal descriptions, title reports, annexations, and acquisitions for real property; checks and reduces all field survey notes, plot levels, and topography and may perform survey work for design and construction purposes; develops and maintains a computer assisted drafting (CAD) system of all departmental maps, plots, project requirements, improvement plans, utility locations and City owned easements; represents the department on issues relating to geographic information systems (GIS).
• Administers design and construction contracts; maintains logs and tracks bond expiration dates; prepares reports for the Finance Department as required; collects all required inspection approvals; prepares staff reports for Council; prepares memos to City Clerk regarding accepting and releasing of bonds; prepares daily progress and final reports and prepares documentation associated bonds; prepares and maintains detail project records and plans; negotiates change orders; reviews payment of invoices; responds to RFI and construction correspondence.
• Assists in the preparation of the department budget; makes recommendations and monitors the approved project budgets; participates in the development of water and sewer rates, and assessment fees; researches and prepares grant and loan applications; administers and monitors approved project grants and loans.
• Prepares and provides complex engineering reports, correspondence, staff reports, ordinances, and resolutions; develops reports and statistics; assists in the preparation of short and long-range plans; reviews and comments on environmental impact reports and traffic studies; makes oral presentations and participates in organizational and community group meetings; responds to questions and inquiries, and investigates complaints concerning engineering problems.
• Assumes the duties of the Public Works Director/City Engineer in his/her absence, as necessary.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, City management and staff, and the public.

Working Conditions: 

Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, crawling, and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties.  The position requires near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment, and acute hearing is required when providing phone and face-to-face service.  The ability to lift, carry, pull and push tools, supplies and other equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.  Additionally, the incumbent in this position works outdoors in all weather conditions including wet, hot, and cold.

KAS (Knowledge, Ability and Skills):

See Job Description posted on the Human Resources Department website at:

https://www.cityofsthelena.org/hr/page/job-descriptions

Qualifications: (The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification.)

Education and/or Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, abilities and skills necessary for a Senior Civil Engineer. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of three years of increasingly responsible Civil Engineering experience, and a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

License/Certificate:

¨ Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver’s license.

¨ Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

The Associate Civil Engineer is the advanced journey level class in the professional civil engineering series and is responsible for performing the more complex design and construction of capital improvement projects, reviewing private development projects for design conformance and accuracy, and providing extensive professional engineering and administrative support to the Public Works Director/City Engineer.  Incumbents perform complex professional engineering assignments requiring considerable knowledge of various aspects of civil engineering, including land development, planning, design standards and regulations, construction, and maintenance.  This classification is distinguished from the next higher position of Public Works Director/City Engineer in that the latter has overall responsibility for departmental operations.  

Supervision Received/Exercised:

Receives direction from the Public Works Director/City Engineer.  May exercise functional and technical supervision over assigned staff.

Essential Functions:

• Performs and oversees a broad range of construction project management, design and inspection activities on a variety of capital improvement projects, including streets, lighting, storm drainage, sewers, water, traffic, parks, and landscape; coordinates capital improvement projects with contractors, utility companies, other agencies, department staff, and the general public.
• Reviews and/or prepares plans and specifications; prepares quantity and cost estimates; assists in the development of design procedures; interprets the application of design criteria; checks plans and specifications for accuracy of design and completeness.
• Analyzes and reviews plans for private and public development, including subdivisions, parcel maps, lot line adjustments, improvement plans, capital improvement projects, and requests for extensions of City services; determines impact and ensures compliance with City service standards for water, sewers, drainage, and streets.
• Reviews and prepares all legal descriptions, title reports, annexations, and acquisitions for real property; checks and reduces all field survey notes, plot levels, and topography and may perform survey work for design and construction purposes; develops and maintains a computer assisted drafting (CAD) system of all departmental maps, plots, project requirements, improvement plans, utility locations and City owned easements; represents the department on issues relating to geographic information systems (GIS).
• Administers design and construction contracts; maintains logs and tracks bond expiration dates; prepares reports for the Finance Department as required; collects all required inspection approvals; prepares staff reports for Council; prepares memos to City Clerk regarding accepting and releasing of bonds; prepares daily progress and final reports and prepares documentation associated bonds; prepares and maintains detail project records and plans; negotiates change orders; reviews payment of invoices; responds to RFI and construction correspondence.
• Assists in the preparation of the department budget; makes recommendations and monitors the approved project budgets; participates in the development of water and sewer rates, and assessment fees; researches and prepares grant and loan applications; administers and monitors approved project grants and loans.
• Prepares and provides complex engineering reports, correspondence, staff reports, ordinances, and resolutions; develops reports and statistics; assists in the preparation of short and long-range plans; reviews and comments on environmental impact reports and traffic studies; makes oral presentations and participates in organizational and community group meetings; responds to questions and inquiries, and investigates complaints concerning engineering problems.
• Assumes the duties of the Public Works Director/City Engineer in his/her absence, as necessary.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, City management and staff, and the public.

Working Conditions:

Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, crawling, and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties.  The position requires near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment, and acute hearing is required when providing phone and face-to-face service.  The ability to lift, carry, pull and push tools, supplies and other equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.  Additionally, the incumbent in this position works outdoors in all weather conditions including wet, hot, and cold.

Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

KAS (Knowledge, Ability and Skills):

See Job Description posted on the Human Resources Department website at:

https://www.cityofsthelena.org/hr/page/job-descriptions

Qualifications: (The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification.)

Education and/or Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, abilities and skills necessary for an Associate Civil Engineer.  A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of three years of increasingly responsible Civil Engineering experience, and a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

License/Certificate:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver’s license.

Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers.