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Applications are being accepted for the position of Deputy Finance Director with the City of South San Francisco

DEADLINE TO APPLY: MARCH 20, 2020 AT 5:00PM

THE CITY OFFERS AN ATTRACTIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE, INCLUDING HEALTH AND DENTAL INSURANCE FOR FAMILIES, A GENEROUS VACATION AND ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE PACKAGE, AS WELL AS CalPERS RETIREMENT PLAN AND PARTICIPATION IN SOCIAL SECURITY 

THE CITY

The City of South San Francisco is a General Law city with a population of 65,710 residents that grows to 100,000 during business hours. South San Francisco is strategically located on the west shore of the San Francisco Bay, in northern San Mateo County, 10 miles south of San Francisco. This City is also located along the Bay Area's main transportation routes, included 101, 280, Caltrain, BART, San Francisco Bay Ferry, and the San Francisco International Airport.

The City of South San Francisco is a full-service city with 12 City Departments including Police; Fire; Parks and Recreation; Public Works; Economic and Community Development; City Attorney; Library; Finance; Information Technology; Human Resources; City Clerk; and Office of the City Manager.  The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 460 full-time regular employees.

The City of South San Francisco proudly remains The Industrial City, a reflection of its steel mill and ship building past.  In recent years, the City has been redefined to reflect the innovative, entrepreneurial and industrious spirit, which has made South San Francisco the Biotech Capital of the World.

South San Francisco’s biotechnology cluster is the largest in the world, with roughly 45,000 life science workers, 200 biotech companies, and over 12 million square feet of office/R&D facilities – with an additional 9 million square feet of new R&D facilities in the development pipeline. 

South San Francisco enjoys a high quality of life with an extensive public parks system, active library and learning programming and a dynamic, engaged community making South San Francisco a great place to live, learn, work and play. 

THE DEPARTMENT

The Finance Department provides critical financial services citywide, setting the fiscal accountability and policy controls over the use of City funds. It leads the fiscal accountability efforts and ensures the responsible and legal use of City funds through thoughtful appropriations and implementation and management of policies and procedures. It is responsible for numerous vital City services, including maintaining the City’s accounting system, managing payroll and purchasing procedures, issuing business licenses, managing parking districts, and collecting occupancy taxes and other City fees. Other services include financial planning and analysis, risk mitigation and strategic consulting.

The City’s total adopted appropriated budget for FY2019-20, excluding transfers between funds, totals $167 million. With a staff of 14.5 FTEs, the Finance Department is a strategic business partner to every other City department, and central to City operations. 

The Department is looking for an experienced Deputy Finance Director whose duties may include:

• Leading the biennial budget development process, including supervising and mentoring the financial analysts who support effort;
• Participating in the annual audit process, ensuring timely issuance of the CAFR;
• Spearheading the review of the City’s internal controls, ensuring adherence with best practices; and
• Assisting on special projects as directed by the Director of Finance, such as an enterprise resources planning system implementation or bond issuance.

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

     About the Office:

     The City Manager’s Office provides strategic leadership that supports the Mayor and City Council and motivates the organization to deliver high quality services that meet the community's needs. The City Manager’s Office of Civic Innovation is charged with driving innovation across and within the City. Projects currently underway include those such as broadband investment, bridging the digital divide, creating a Citywide data strategy, Internet of Things (IoT), and making the city more user-friendly for residents by building new mobile and web apps to allow for seamless interaction with City Hall as part of an overall digital transformation.

     Position and Duties:

     The Digital Transformation Lead works as a member of the Civic Innovation team by providing strategic expertise and senior level leadership and management capacity as the City continues to leverage data, process improvements, frameworks, and new digital technologies to make existing services more efficient and effective and develop completely new services. This position will develop an overall digital transformation strategy and roadmap and guide the execution of this roadmap, including but not limited to public facing digital services and associated business process improvements. The Digital Transformation lead will support projects on a City-wide basis to redefine our people, processes, and technologies with the goal of delivering digital experiences designed to drive adoption, enhance employee experience, and modernize City Services

     The Digital Transformation Lead will also collaborate with stakeholders and manage the relationship with Council Districts 1 and 6 staff for the West San Jose Innovation Zone.  The West San Jose Innovation Zone will be an incubation of startups, provide collaboration hubs, spur economic development, and provide a space to test and demonstration the latest Smart Cities and IoT technologies with civic impact.  It is envisioned that the West San Jose Innovation Zone will help the City create an entrepreneur and technology hub and technology demonstration area modeled after the work in Dublin, Ireland:

     http://smartdocklands.ie/

     https://dogpatchlabs.com

     The Innovation Zone is an opportunity to create a community of entrepreneurs to identify, develop and test new and innovative IoT solutions that will help transform the City, with a goal of  showcasing how IoT devices can effectively demonstrate the power of connectivity and improve the quality of life within the surrounding community.  Also, the Innovation Zone will create cohesive, interconnected accelerators for disruptive technologies and provide access for these innovative ideas within in an urban footprint. 

     The Digital Transformation Lead responsibilities include the following:

     * Lead the identification and development of strategies including but not limited to digital services and digital transformation.

     * Define scope and objectives, manage resources and budget, assign individual responsibilities, manage accountability, manage project plans and roadmaps, identify and manage dependencies and risks, track initiative health and performance and manage governance, and ensure information is disseminated appropriately.

     * Work collaboratively with stakeholders, other resources, and work streams across the business to ensure alignment, proper prioritization, and manage prioritization and collision across various initiatives by influencing key internal partners.

     * Work with subject matter experts and business leaders to design enhanced processes, user experiences and systems to enhance City’s services with the focus of “being” digital.

     * Create clear, effective, and detailed deliverable content, including written, visual, and oral deliverables, which are informed by research, analytics, and stakeholder meetings.

     * Present content and facilitate solution sessions to drive toward a decision and validate that decision with leadership to drive progress.

     * Drive usage of common tools, templates, and processes to build consistency across deliverables

     * Provide regular status updates on the progress of key transformational work to both the teams and to executives, crafting the message as necessary for the specific audience needs and desires

     * Quickly estimate and develop agile, iterative strategies for implementing project work, opportunities, and/or recommendations

     While this position is classified as an overstrength position within the City Manager’s Office of Civic Innovation through June 30, 2020, this position is intended to continue as a full-time, ongoing position, pending budget allocation and City Council approval.

     Additional Information:

     Selection Process

     The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application, resume, and responses to the job specific questions. You must answer all job specific questions and complete the Education/Work History section of the application to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration.

     Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/ writing exercise or a case study.

     To be considered for this position, you must fill out the online application available on the City of San José website. As part of this process, you will be required to submit a Cover Letter & Resume, answer supplemental questions, and provide three references. Your response should highlight the following:

     1.    Describe your experiences in digital transformation strategy and delivery.

     2.    Describe your project leadership experience related to conducting multi-stakeholder projects, conflict resolution, cross-departmental stakeholder alignment, and providing regular communications to senior executive leadership.

     3.    Describe your particular skills and abilities that you believe would make you a successful member of the Office of Civic Innovation with a focus on skills and abilities related to the Digital Transformation Lead position.

     If you have questions about the duties of this position or the selection or hiring process, please contact Jessica Lowry at (408) 535-8148 or by email at jessica.lowry@sanjoseca.gov.

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

     The Community Energy Department is seeking to fill one (1) Senior Accountant position in the in the Budget and Financial Management Division. This position reports to the Division Manager and will work closely with the City Manager’s Budget Office.  Under general supervision, the Senior Accountant will be responsible for developing and maintaining fiscal operations for the department, as well as day to day management of the fiscal team. Other responsibilities include monitoring the needs of the accounting function in SJCE and provide recommendations on future staffing requirements to ensure the department’s accounting expertise remains in line with financial reporting demands. The position is currently funded through June 30, 2020 with ongoing funding anticipated to be included in the 2020-2021 Operating Budget. Typical duties of this position may include, but are not limited to:

     · Managing the accounting and financial reporting requirements of San Jose Clean Energy (SJCE);

     · Assuring compliance with a variety of regulations and fiscal procedures related to the flow of SJCE funds;

     · Preparing periodic financial statements, including SJCE’s annual financial statements, notes to the financial statements and auditor lead sheets;

     · In coordination with the City’s internal and external auditors, developing Agreed Upon Procedures for the SJCE program and respond to annual audits of those procedures;

     · Working closely with the City’s Finance Department, maintain compliance with the requirements of the City’s General Ledger and ensuring that financial statements/reports are compliant with professional accounting standards and applicable rules and regulations; 

     · Overseeing bank reconciliations and ensuring program transactions are properly documented and accounted for;

     · Supporting year-end financial audits on behalf of SJCE, including demonstrating compliance with financial policies, procedures and other relevant information to internal and external auditors; 

     · Assisting in the preparation of a variety of departmental and City financial reports, including the City’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report as well as other applicable regulatory reports.

     This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment

     Selection Process:

     The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant’s training and experience based on the application, cover letter and resume, and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise.

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

     1. Do you have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business Administration, or another closely related field, including at least 18 semester units in accounting subjects? If yes, please provide the name of the college or university and the field in which you obtained your degree. You may also include any additional degrees or applicable certifications that you have achieved.

     2. Have you obtained four (4) years of experience at the working level of a professional accountant? Please explain how you have obtained your experience as an Accountant. Include the dates of employment, name of employer(s), job title, and (related) primary duties.

     3. What is your proficiency level (Beginner, Intermediate, Expert) with the City of San José’s Financial Management System (FMS) or any other financial management system? Describe your experience with any financial management systems that you have used and indicate your proficiency level as either: “Expert”, “Intermediate”, or “Beginner”.

     4. Describe your experience in performing operational or financial audits? Include the scope and your role in performing operational or financial audits.

     5. Describe your experience preparing and reviewing financial statements and performing detailed expenditure tracking in complex budget setting. Include any experience with balance sheets, cost analyses, and/or any other asset and liability reporting.

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

     If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Michelle Saechao at Michelle.Saechao@sanjoseca.gov

     Salary Information

     $88,088 - $107,328 Annually

Applications are being accepted for the position of Financial Analyst II with the City of South San Francisco

DEADLINE TO APPLY: MARCH 13, 2020 AT 12 NOON OR UPON RECEIPT OF 50 QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

THE CITY OFFERS AN ATTRACTIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE, INCLUDING HEALTH AND DENTAL INSURANCE FOR FAMILIES, A GENEROUS VACATION AND ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE PACKAGE, AS WELL AS CalPERS RETIREMENT PLAN AND PARTICIPATION IN SOCIAL SECURITY.

THE CITY

The City of South San Francisco is a General Law city with a population of 65,710 residents that grows to 100,000 during business hours. South San Francisco is strategically located on the west shore of the San Francisco Bay, in northern San Mateo County, 10 miles south of San Francisco. This City is also located along the Bay Area's main transportation routes, included 101, 280, Caltrain, BART, San Francisco Bay Ferry, and the San Francisco International Airport.

The City of South San Francisco is a full-service city with 12 City Departments including Police; Fire; Parks and Recreation; Public Works; Economic and Community Development; City Attorney; Library; Finance; Information Technology; Human Resources; City Clerk; and Office of the City Manager.  The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 460 full-time regular employees.

The City of South San Francisco proudly remains The Industrial City, a reflection of its steel mill and ship building past.  In recent years, the City has been redefined to reflect the innovative, entrepreneurial and industrious spirit, which has made South San Francisco the Biotech Capital of the World.

South San Francisco’s biotechnology cluster is the largest in the world, with roughly 45,000 life science workers, 200 biotech companies, and over 12 million square feet of office/R&D facilities – with an additional 9 million square feet of new R&D facilities in the development pipeline. 

South San Francisco enjoys a high quality of life with an extensive public parks system, active library and learning programming and a dynamic, engaged community making South San Francisco a great place to live, learn, work and play. 

THE DEPARTMENT

The Finance Department provides critical financial services citywide, setting the policy controls over the use of City funds. It leads the fiscal accountability efforts and ensures the responsible and legal use of City funds through thoughtful appropriations and implementation and management of policies and procedures. It is responsible for numerous vital City services, including maintaining the City’s accounting system, managing payroll and purchasing procedures, issuing business licenses, managing parking districts, and collecting occupancy taxes and other City fees. Other services include financial planning and analysis, risk mitigation and strategic consulting.

The City’s total adopted appropriated budget for FY2019-20, excluding transfers between funds, totals $167 million. With a staff of 14.5 FTEs, the Finance Department is a strategic business partner to every other City department, and central to City operations. 

Under immediate/general supervision from a Maintenance Supervisor, and technical and functional supervision from a lead worker; to perform a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and repair of landscape and parks, streets, equipment or building maintenance; occasionally assist in repair work; perform heavy manual labor.  This classification does not operate heavy equipment and does not operate riding mowers.

The Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District invites applications for COLLECTION SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN I / II to fill three vacancies.  The final filing date is Friday, March 6, 2020.

This position, under immediate (Collection Systems Technician I and Entry levels) to general (Collection Systems Technician II ) supervision, learns and performs a variety of unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled work in support of District’s stormwater and  wastewater collection systems including the installation, inspection, preventative and corrective maintenance and repair activities including equipment operation and mechanical repair activities for stationary and mobile equipment; and performs other duties as assigned. 

In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate for this position:

• Creates a positive work environment 
• Displays a positive and professional attitude with a focus on developing strong Leadership skills
• Respects and supports the diversity and differences in their coworkers and the community we serve
• Is honest, enthusiastic and energetic about delivering exceptional customer service 
• Has outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Is able to successfully adapt to changing priorities
• Has a passion to improve the organization and a desire to continuously strive for personal growth
• Is a team player who enjoys working with peers, partners and others to positively impact the District’s efficiency,   performance and work environment
• Has strong problem solving skills
• Has the ability to be remain calm in stressful situations 
   

FINAL FILING DATE:                        Open Until Filled  First cut-off is Friday, March 13, 2020.

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the Regular and full-time position of Senior Electric Business Analyst in the Electric Department.  The current vacancy is in the Electric Technology Systems Division. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am –5:00 pm; a flex schedule may be available.

This position will be assigned to the Electric Technology Systems Division. This position will lead an internal group to serve as a liaison between Electric Department business operations and technology system development, implementation, and operation. Specifically, it will responsible for eliciting business and functional system requirements, business process change management, contract and vendor management, designing and managing internal data repositories, system configuration, customization, and testing.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

THE CITY

The City of Roseville (COR) incorporates the following Core Competencies as part of the City’s culture:

• Focus on people: Develop and deliver service-oriented solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
• Build trust: Ensure honesty and integrity to gain confidence and support of others.
• Ensure accountability: Take responsibility for the outcomes of one’s own work and foster a sense of ownership in others.
• Communicate effectively: Deliver clear, concise messages and actively listen to ideas and questions.
• Collaborate inclusively:  Build effective working partnerships, alliances, and teams.
• Make quality decisions: Make sound, timely decisions and recommendations.
• Be adaptable/agile: Change approach or methods to best fit the situation and effectively balance competing priorities.

DEFINITION

To organize, assign and review the work of assigned personnel engaged in the performance of complex professional analytical work in support of a variety of Electric Department projects and programs including financial and system data analysis; to perform duties requiring specialized knowledge; and to provide administrative support to assigned supervisor.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the advanced journey level in the Electric Business Analyst series.  Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, by the amount of time spent performing the duties, and by the nature of the public contact made.  Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series, including providing technical and functional supervision over assigned personnel and perform complex professional analytical work in support of internal and external customers.  Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned areas of responsibility.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

• Receives direction from an assigned supervisor.
• Exercises direct supervision over lower level professional and technical staff.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise and review the work of professional staff assigned to complex professional analytical duties in support of internal and external customer programs.
• Develop schedules and methods to accomplish assignments ensuring work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Participate in the selection of staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures.
• Participate in and review complex cost of service analysis and rate design studies in the development of retail rate options.
• Design, implement, modify, and manage complex databases used to input and extract data and prepare regular and custom reports; design, upgrade, and ensure successful migrations to and from various computer programs; update data and ensure maintenance of accurate data.
• Create statistical models for long-term load and revenue forecasting using specialized software; identify trends in market forces that impact energy use or demand; incorporate energy modeling techniques and new end-users that could impact energy delivery.
• Develop, modify and maintain models for forecasting revenue requirements and cost of services; assist in developing rate structures.
• Perform financial modeling and analysis to evaluate project economics; prepare statistical, feasibility and sensitivity analysis.
• Conduct market assessments, including evaluation of customer base and competitive forces in the market place, demand-side analysis and planning, power supply, risk assessment, and business planning.
• Perform project management, for the more complex projects, from inception to completion; plan, lead, organize, and control project deliverables, schedules, and budgets.
• Research and prepare recommendations regarding proposed legislation, regulatory changes, litigation, and current trends that affect the City’s rate design and implementation.
• Develop recommendations for new, or changes to existing programs or processes to improve efficiency and responsiveness.
• Ensure program compliance with Federal, State and local laws, rules and regulations.
• Intervene and/or support intervention during the development of legislation and regulations consistent with the interests of the City.
• Prepare reports to be used for in-house decision making and to meet regulatory requirements; make oral presentations of findings and conclusions.
• Participate in the selection and oversight of outside consultants.
• Participate in a variety of special projects.
• Perform the most difficult and complex work related to assigned area of responsibility.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of technical and functional supervision and training.
• Principles and practices of research and of quantitative analysis.
• Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluations.
• Principles of data management including database and spreadsheet application.
• Utility load and financial forecasting methodologies.
• Utility load and financial forecasting methodologies.
• Technical and economic characteristics of energy business.
• Project management methodologies.
• Pertinent local, State, and Federal codes, regulations, and laws, and electric utility industry standards.
• Principles of economics, accounting, financial planning, utility cost of service, and energy industry fundamentals.
• Pertinent regulatory reporting requirements.
• Technical report writing procedures and techniques.

Ability to:

• Provide technical and functional supervision over assigned staff; effectively train staff.
• Perform the most complex duties related to financial and system data analysis in support of Electric Department projects, programs and activities.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures.
• On a continuous basis, sit at desk for long periods of time; intermittently bend, squat, climb, kneel or twist while performing field work; intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; and lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less.
• Prepare a variety of technical, administrative and regulatory reports, documents and correspondence.
• Develop technical and financial models related to cost, rates and revenues.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

Two years of responsible journey level experience performing duties similar to an Electric Business Analyst II with the City of Roseville (performing complex professional analytical work in support of a variety of Electric Department projects and programs, in support of internal and external customers; conducting financial and system data analysis; and participating in the conduct of special studies in support of department business).

AND

Training:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with major course work in business administration, public administration, accounting, computer science, economics, mathematics or a related field.

License or Certificate:

Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1.  Your responses to questions 2-6, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula.  Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information.  This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience" section of this application.  Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored.  I understand and agree with the above instructions.

• Yes
• No

2.  Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones.

3.  How many years of experience do you have in utility data analysis?

• Less than 2 years
• 2-5 Years
• 5+ Years

4.  Please describe, in detail, your utility data analysis work experience. If you do not have any work experience in this area, please put N/A.

5.  How many years of experience do you have in utility technology project management?

• Less than 1 year
• 1-5 Years
• 5+ Years

6.  Please describe, in detail, your utility technology project management experience. If you do not have any work experience in this area, please put N/A.

7.  What methodology did you utilize to streamline the business requirements from different department/sections during a technology project? How did you achieve the common goals?

8.  The City of Roseville is adopting smart grid technologies such as AMI. The new technologies will generate massive amount of data. What is your experience of assisting business departments to structure the data in order to achieve their business objectives?

SELECTION PROCESS

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination.  The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.  Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List.  Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations.  Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

FINAL FILING DATE: Open Until Filled. The first cut-off for applications will be February 20, 2020.

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the Regular and Full-time position of Water Distribution Worker I in the Environmental Utilities Department. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

THE CITY

The City of Roseville (COR) incorporates the following CORe Competencies as part of the City’s culture:

• Focus on people: Develop and deliver service-oriented solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
• Build trust: Ensure honesty and integrity to gain confidence and support of others.
• Ensure accountability: Take responsibility for the outcomes of one’s own work and foster a sense of ownership in others.
• Communicate effectively: Deliver clear, concise messages and actively listen to ideas and questions.
• Collaborate inclusively:  Build effective working partnerships, alliances, and teams.
• Make quality decisions: Make sound, timely decisions and recommendations.
• Be adaptable/agile: Change approach or methods to best fit the situation and effectively balance competing priorities.

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of water distribution systems, systems facilities; and to operate light and moderately heavy power driven equipment.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the journey level class in the Water Distribution Worker series and is distinguished from the I level by the ability to perform the full range of duties assigned with only occasional instruction or assistance as unusual or unique situations arise.  Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

This class is distinguished from the Senior Water Distribution Worker in that the latter provides technical and functional supervision over assigned staff.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from a Water Supervisor as assigned, and receives technical and functional supervision from a Senior Water Distribution Worker.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Excavate, inspect, flush, clean and repair water mains, lines and laterals; perform weed abatement as necessary to clear drains, channels, and ditches.
• Excavate concrete, pavement, and dirt and set up concrete forms as necessary, and backfill open trenches and complete surfaces “to-finish” as appropriate; remove and apply paint and other coatings to water facilities and equipment.
• Install, repair, upgrade and/or replace manholes, fire hydrants, valves, meters, and meter vaults; exercise valves according to preventive maintenance schedules and test water volume and pressure.
• Set up traffic control including signs and barricades, and direct traffic around work sites. 
• Operate a variety of equipment including large trucks and medium-sized construction equipment such as loaders, backhoes, trenching machines, and compressors, as well as pipe threaders, sand blasters, and concrete saws.
• Operate leak detection and pipe location equipment relative to excavation, tapping and repair of mains and lines; inspect and assess leaks.
• Repair and/or replace water meters and related mechanisms, including disassembly, cleaning, inspection, replacement and testing of parts; maintain related records; prepare water service for use including installation of water meters and backflow prevention devices.
• Read and interpret water system maps and blueprints, including Underground Service Alert marking and notification.
• Clean and maintain water holding tanks; maintain booster pump stations.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on tools, equipment, and vehicles used in the work and stock vehicles with adequate supply of tools and equipment needed to perform the work.
• Keep records related to work, materials, and maintenance activities, including confined space entry.
• May use a computer to enter and retrieve information related to work assignments and record-keeping.
• Notify customers of water main shutdowns.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Uses and purposes of general construction tools and equipment; safe work practices.
• Methods, techniques, tools, and operating characteristics of mechanical equipment used in the construction and maintenance of water systems facilities.

Ability to:

• Learn to perform unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in a variety of utility construction and maintenance activities; perform heavy manual labor.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules.  Intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember equipment location; and explain jobs to others.
• Intermittently, sit while studying or preparing reports; bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist when performing installation of equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift or carry weight of 40 pounds or less.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Be on-call evenings or week-ends; work unusual/prolonged work hours during emergencies or seasonally-caused circumstances.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Independently perform routine semi-skilled and skilled work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of water systems facilities.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

Two years of increasingly responsible experience performing field maintenance work similar to that of a Water Distribution Worker I with the City of Roseville. (To perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of water distribution systems, systems facilities; and to operate light and moderately heavy power driven equipment)

Training:

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.
• Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license with a Tanker Endorsement by date of appointment.
• Possession of a California Department of Public Health Water Distribution Operator Grade 2 (D2) certificate by date of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1. Your responses to questions 2-4, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula.  Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information.  This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience" section of this application.  Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored.  I understand and agree with the above instructions.

• Yes
• No

2. Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones.

3. How many years of experience do you have in the construction, maintenance and repair of water distribution systems?

• Less than 2 years
• 2-3 Years
• 3-4 Years
• 4-5 Years
• 5-6 Years
• 6+ Years

4. Do you currently possess or are in the process of obtaining a valid California Department of Public Health Water Distribution Operator Grade 2 (D2) certificate? If yes, please list the expiration date or estimated date of completion.

5. Do you currently possess or are in the process of obtaining a valid California Class A or B drivers license with a Tanker Endorsement? If yes, please list the type of license, the expiration date or estimated date of completion.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be screened by the Human Resources Department for minimum qualifications.  Qualifying applicants may be contacted by the Department to interview. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

FINAL FILING DATE: Open Until Filled. The first cut-off for applications will be February 20, 2020.

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the Regular and Full-time position of Water Distribution Worker I in the Environmental Utilities Department. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

THE CITY

The City of Roseville (COR) incorporates the following CORe Competencies as part of the City’s culture:

• Focus on people: Develop and deliver service-oriented solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
• Build trust: Ensure honesty and integrity to gain confidence and support of others.
• Ensure accountability: Take responsibility for the outcomes of one’s own work and foster a sense of ownership in others.
• Communicate effectively: Deliver clear, concise messages and actively listen to ideas and questions.
• Collaborate inclusively:  Build effective working partnerships, alliances, and teams.
• Make quality decisions: Make sound, timely decisions and recommendations.
• Be adaptable/agile: Change approach or methods to best fit the situation and effectively balance competing priorities.

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of water distribution systems, systems facilities; and to operate light and moderately heavy power driven equipment.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry level class in the Water Distribution Worker series.  Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience and work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks.  The Water Distribution Worker I class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level.  Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives immediate supervision from a Water Supervisor as assigned, and receives technical and functional supervision from a Senior Water Distribution Worker.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Excavate, inspect, flush, clean and repair water mains, lines and laterals; perform weed abatement as necessary to clear drains, channels, and ditches.
• Excavate concrete, pavement, and dirt and set up concrete forms as necessary, and backfill open trenches and complete surfaces “to-finish” as appropriate; remove and apply paint and other coatings to water facilities and equipment.
• Install, repair, upgrade and/or replace manholes, fire hydrants, valves, meters, and meter vaults; exercise valves according to preventive maintenance schedules and test water volume and pressure.
• Set up traffic control including signs and barricades, and direct traffic around work sites. 
• Operate a variety of equipment including large trucks and medium-sized construction equipment such as loaders, backhoes, trenching machines, and compressors, as well as pipe threaders, sand blasters, and concrete saws.
• Operate leak detection and pipe location equipment relative to excavation, tapping and repair of mains and lines; inspect and assess leaks.
• Repair and/or replace water meters and related mechanisms, including disassembly, cleaning, inspection, replacement and testing of parts; maintain related records; prepare water service for use including installation of water meters and backflow prevention devices.
• Read and interpret water system maps and blueprints, including Underground Service Alert marking and notification.
• Clean and maintain water holding tanks; maintain booster pump stations.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on tools, equipment, and vehicles used in the work and stock vehicles with adequate supply of tools and equipment needed to perform the work.
• Keep records related to work, materials, and maintenance activities, including confined space entry.
• May use a computer to enter and retrieve information related to work assignments and record-keeping.
• Notify customers of water main shutdowns.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Uses and purposes of general construction tools and equipment; safe work practices.

Ability to:

• Learn to perform unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in a variety of utility construction and maintenance activities; perform heavy manual labor.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules.  Intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember equipment location; and explain jobs to others.
• Intermittently, sit while studying or preparing reports; bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist when performing installation of equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift or carry weight of 40 pounds or less.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Be on-call evenings or week-ends; work unusual/prolonged work hours during emergencies or seasonally-caused circumstances.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

No experience is required; some general maintenance and/or construction experience is preferred.

Training:

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.
• Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license with a Tanker Endorsement within twelve months of appointment.
• Possession of a California Department of Public Health Water Distribution Operator Grade 1 (D1) certificate within twelve months of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1. Your responses to questions 2-4, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula.  Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information.  This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience" section of this application.  Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored.  I understand and agree with the above instructions.

• Yes
• No

2. Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones.

3. How many years of experience do you have performing general maintenance and/or construction duties?

• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 Years
• 2-3 Years
• 3-4 Years
• 4+ Years

4. Please describe your general maintenance and/or construction experience, if any.

5. Do you currently possess a valid California Department of Public Health Water Distribution Operator Grade 1 (D1) certificate? If yes, please list the expiration date.

6. Select the option that describes your valid California Driver’s License.

• None of these
• Class B or higher
• Class C

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be screened by the Human Resources Department for minimum qualifications.  Qualifying applicants may be contacted by the Department to interview. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.