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The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Health Education Specialist (Extra-Help) in the Health & Human Services Department. These positions will conduct disease investigations for certain reportable communicable diseases; determines identifying information for cases and contacts who may have been exposed to cases of the COVID-19 communicable disease; refer cases and contacts to healthcare as appropriate.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:  (including but not limited to the following)

• Follow set protocols for contacting assigned newly diagnosed COVID-19 case patients, assuring all required questions are asked, education provided, and interaction is conducted with professionalism and empathy to encourage forthrightness.
• Explain the importance of adherence to control measures and the need for contact tracing to prevent disease transmission and keep communities healthy, and ensures all follow up questions are answered.
• Assesses health needs of patients/clients, makes recommendations regarding communicable disease treatment programs and immunizations; and coordinates educational and medical resources available.
• Maintain security and confidentiality and adheres to ethical principles and the County of Yuba’s HIPPA policy in the collection, maintenance, use, and dissemination of data and protected health and personally identifiable information.

Under general supervision provide public health outreach, educational and related services for community members; provide technical support to the program(s) assigned and perform related work as assigned. Provide programmatic, client outreach, education and basic counseling in specified health service areas, such as oral health, car and pedestrian safety, nutrition, and tobacco control. Incumbents may also perform similar support work in areas of public health, under the direction of a health professional.

About Yuba County:

Yuba County is situated in the Northern Sacramento Valley, approximately 40 miles north of the State Capitol in Sacramento and two hours away from San Francisco and Lake Tahoe. The boundaries stretch from the farms and orchards of the valley to the timberlands of the Sierras. Yuba County offers its residents the many advantages of a rural lifestyle away from the pressures of the urban areas. The County’s rivers, lakes and outdoor recreation areas provide excellent hunting, fishing, boating and skiing opportunities. Our County vision is to create a “golden” future for Yuba County by inspiring a community of participation, embracing our unique history, and discovering the wealth of our untapped potential.

Performs semi-skilled, skilled, and administrative work in the repair and maintenance of vehicles and mechanical equipment operated by the City of San Dimas.  Responsible for preventive maintenance program, vehicle/equipment maintenance and coordination of efforts for records and fleet/inventory control management.  Manages the contracting and/or outsourcing of specific mechanical functions or operations.  Performs mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance on City of San Dimas equipment.
 

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position.

1. Develop preventative maintenance program for all City equipment.  Develop and manage outside contracts with vendors that perform mechanical work on City equipment.
2. Perform preventive maintenance and repairs according to manufacturer’s guidelines on a variety of vehicles and equipment.  City of San Dimas equipment inventory includes but is not limited to service trucks, heavy trucks, construction equipment, stationary and mobile power generation units and miscellaneous equipment. 
3. Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair all City vehicles and miscellaneous equipment.
4. Perform major repair and overhaul on tools and all types of gasoline and diesel engines, gear boxes, differentials, transmissions and hydraulic equipment.
5. Perform welding repairs and metal fabrication by using both arc, MIG (metal/inert-gas), TIG (tungsten/inert-gas), brazing, and oxyacetylene welding equipment and basic machine shop tools and equipment.
6. May be required to operate a variety of vehicles and equipment including backhoes, loaders, dump trucks, miscellaneous equipment and service trucks as needed to diagnose problems and check performance.
7. Complete and maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair activities; enter work order history, cost and parts inventory data into computerized preventative/predictive maintenance program. 
8. Coordinate purchasing and maintain inventory parts and supplies for vehicles and equipment; generate purchase orders and order new quantities and specific replacement parts as required.
9. Provide input and assist with monitoring expenses for the operating budget.
10. Participate in development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities.  
11. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; follow safety rules and guidelines.
12. Respond to emergency callouts as needed.
13. Be proficient in Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word and Outlook.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.  The employee frequently is required to stand and talk or hear; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and move materials, tools and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or new skills; work under deadlines with constant interruptions; and interact with City staff, other organizations and the public; occasionally required to deal with dissatisfied or quarrelsome individuals.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts. This position has continuous exposure to unpleasant elements such as dust, fumes, odors, and high noise levels, or outside weather conditions when required to perform field repairs. The noise level is frequently loud, being above 85 decibels with the operation of power tools and mechanized tools in the shop bays.

SELECTION PROCESS
Interested persons who feel they meet the desirable qualifications should submit a completed City application. Not every applicant is interviewed.  Selected qualified applicants will be selected to interview. 

STATEMENT OF DISCRIMINATION
The City of San Dimas advises the public, employees and job applicants that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical handicap, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or any non-merit-based factor in admission to, treatment of or employment in its programs and activities.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), The City of San Dimas will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer).

ABOUT THE CITY
The City of San Dimas is located midway (about 27 miles) between Los Angeles and San Bernardino at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains.  Superior access to freeways offers a centralized location from which to enjoy southern California’s many excellent cultural and recreational activities.

San Dimas was incorporated in 1960 with a Council-Manager form of government.  Its citizens receive a full range of services through the combined efforts of the City’s five departments (City Manager’s Office, Administrative Services, Parks & Recreation, Public Works, and Development Services) and the contract services of Los Angeles County. 

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 (CED) is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Senior Public Information Representative who is an experienced and savvy senior communicator with strong strategic and tactical abilities. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent writing and presentation skills and have substantial experience developing and executing effective communication and outreach plans using a wide range of approaches, including traditional and new media. Creativity, good judgement, organization, and initiative are essential characteristics for a successful candidate. The ideal candidate will have experience presenting to community groups, communicating complex information (such as utility billing), successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously, using HTML and website content management systems, and collaborating with outside agencies or departments. Candidates with public sector, corporate, or public relations agency experience are invited to apply. Knowledge and experienced in modern marketing and public relation techniques, technologies, and platforms, including social media and content strategy and tactics, special events planning, community engagement, visual storytelling, and data visualization is desired. Ideal candidates will demonstrate the ability to respond flexibly in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment as well as develop relationships and work cooperatively with other employees, media representatives, elected and appointed public officials, and the public.

The Community Energy public information team plans and executes several outreach and communications campaigns to ensure the public is fully informed of the programs, services, and goals of the Community Energy Department and San José Clean Energy. An emerging priority will be to educate the public about the benefits of electric vehicles and aid with strategic political campaigns.

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.

ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER

We’re looking for our next engineer!  You will employ your design and project management skills to help tackle many of the City’s Capital Improvement Projects using sound engineering principles and the maintenance of City standards and specifications. The ideal candidate has experience in project management and design on Street, Water, Sewer, Storm Drain, and Park Improvement Projects.  We offer a diverse engineering environment to continually learn and grow as well as offer an alternative work schedule four days per week if desired.

Responsibilities will include:   

• Design and prepare plans and specs for public works projects.
• Administer contracts; coordinate and review the work of outside consultants; review and recommend billing.
• Serve as construction inspector to ensure compliance on City projects, subdivisions and encroachments.
• Request and participate in the collection of survey and mapping data.
• Participate on Federal Highway Administration projects.

Requirements: 

• Possess an LSIT or EIT certificate. 
• Two years of responsible engineering experience equivalent to that of our Assistant Engineer (see job spec).
• Possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related field.
• Possession of a valid California Driver License.

Summary Description

Under general supervision, performs professional and technical engineering work in design, land development, or capital improvements.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Assistant Engineer - This is the entry level class in the engineering series. Positions in this class possess the applicable educational and training background required of classes in the engineering series, yet typically have only limited or unrelated work experience. The Assistant Engineer class is distinguished from the Engineering Associate by the performance of less than the full range of duties as assigned to the journey level class within this series. This class is typically used as a training class. Incumbents work under direct supervision while learning job tasks.

ASSOCIATE Engineer - This is the journey level class in the engineering series. Positions in this class possess the applicable educational background and work experience required for classes in the engineering series. The Associate Engineer is distinguished from the Assistant Engineer by the performance of the full range of duties with only minimal instruction or assistance. Incumbents work independently, seeking assistance only as new or unusual situations arise. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Assistant Engineer class.

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 professional and technical engineering work relative to assigned area of responsibility, such as design, land development, and capital improvements.
2. Design and prepare plans and specifications for public works projects including pumping stations, streets, storm drains, sewer lines, and related projects; research project design requirements; perform calculations and prepare estimates of time and material costs.
3. Answer inquiries from realtors, developers, engineers, and the general public.
4. Develop revised design and construction standards for public works structures and appurtenances.
5. Serve as construction inspector to ensure compliance on City projects, subdivisions, and encroachments.
6. Investigate field problems affecting property owners, contractors, and maintenance operations; resolve problems or refer as appropriate; coordinate or perform field work associated with infrastructure projects.
7. Administer contracts; coordinate and review the work of outside consultants; review and recommend payments and billing for contracted services related to assigned projects.
8. Write legal descriptions for right of way and easement dedications.
9. Issue encroachment, water, and sewer permits.
10. Request and participate in the collection of survey and mapping data.
11. Prepare estimates and feasibility reports for new or modified services and structures.
12. Participate in the plan check, review, and processing of plans for private developments affecting City streets, sewers, drains and related public works facilities; assure compliance with appropriate codes, ordinances, rules and regulations.
13. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the field of municipal engineering; incorporate new developments as appropriate into programs.
14. Prepare visual presentations and reports.
15. Prepare special engineering studies and reports.
16. Coordinate public works activities with other City departments, divisions and sections and with outside agencies.
17. 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:

Principles and practices of engineering as applied to public works, utilities, transportation or land development.

Methods, materials, techniques, tools, and equipment used in engineering construction and design.

Principles of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry and their application to engineering.

Operation, principles, and practices of engineering drafting and computer programs.

Topographic and construction surveying.

Strengths, properties, and uses of engineering construction materials.

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

Pertinent federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations.

Ability to:

Prepare plans and drawings neatly and accurately.

Prepare engineering design computations and check, design, and prepare engineering plans and studies.

Learn and understand City engineering policies and procedures.

Administer contracts and coordinate and review the work of outside consultants.

Learn applicable laws and regulatory codes.

Prepare quantity and cost estimates.

Use and care for engineering and drafting instruments and equipment.

Prepare reports encompassing raw technical data; prepare effective cost estimates and recommendations.

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

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

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

Education/Training:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field.

Experience:

Two years of responsible engineering experience equivalent to that of an Assistant Engineer in the City of Ceres.

License or Certificate:

Possession of a valid California Driver License.

Possession of an LSIT or EIT certificate.

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.

The City of Rocklin is accepting applications for a Street Maintenance Worker to perform a wide variety of activities related to the construction, modification, maintenance, repair and operation of City streets, open spaces, right-of-way, creeks, and vegetation; provide maintenance support to the Streets Operations and Maintenance Division; and performs related work as required.

This is the journey-level class in the Street Maintenance series that performs the full range of duties required to ensure that the City’s public streets, sidewalks, storm drainage systems, open spaces, right-of-way, creeks, and vegetation provide the highest level of safety for public use. Incumbents are responsible for inspecting, and attending to assigned areas in a timely manner, and performing a wide variety of tasks in the construction and repair of City streets. This class is distinguished from the Senior Street Maintenance Worker in that the latter is responsible for technical and functional direction of lower-level streets operations and maintenance staff and is capable of performing the most complex duties assigned to the division.

Date Posted:            June 22, 2020

Classification:          PROJECT SPECIALIST, EARLY LEARNING SUPPORT SERVICES

                                   Open recruitment

Work Schedule:       8 hours per day; 5 days per week (Monday – Friday); 12 months per year
 

Salary Range:          Step A                   Step B                   Step C                  Step D                 Step E

(monthly)               starting                  6 mos                  18 mos                 30 mos               42 mos

                                  $8,954                  $9,470                 $10,013                $10,588              $11,197

Benefits:  Total Compensation Package:  Placement on salary schedule.  If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,075.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis.  If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $300.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  A vision plan (VSP) is also available.  Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

Current Vacancy:     Instructional Services Division; Early Learning Support Services Department;

                                    101 Twin Dolphin Drive; Redwood City, CA  94065

Application Deadline:          Friday, July 10, 2020     (application and supplemental application must be received online, or in the Personnel Office by 5:00PM)

Job Summary:  Under the direction of the Executive Director, Early Learning Support Services (ELSS), coordinate project planning, data collection and analysis, project evaluation and reporting, necessary to accomplish ELSS program goals and objectives.  Assist the Executive Director, staff, and community partners by providing data, tools, communications, information, trainings, meetings, in support of program evaluation and scope of work for high quality early learning and care, school readiness and program activities.

Essential Job Functions:              

• Oversee database development, data monitoring, analysis and reporting for early learning quality improvement initiatives.  Work closely with ELSS staff and subcontracted agencies to provide information, training and technical assistance to ensure timely and accurate data collection
• Coordinate program evaluation development and implementation.  Prepare and conduct activities to meet early learning evaluation needs and the requirements of external evaluation and data reporting as required by grants and funders
• Develop, modify, and disseminate data collection tools, forms, surveys, protocols and reporting templates needed to meet evaluation requirements
• Develop and implement new methods to evaluate the effectiveness of early learning quality improvement activities.
• Prepare for and train ELSS staff, partners, subcontractors, school districts and preschool programs in the department’s centralized early learning community database.  Update database instruction documents
• Provide technical assistance to partners, contractors, subcontractors, and County Office of Education staff regarding program design, assessment tools and measures, and evaluation requirements
• Prepare report, responses and presentations to requests for data, analysis, or support regarding evaluation and data collection by funders and ELSS partners, the media or other agencies/individuals
• Visit early childhood sites to observe and assess classroom/program quality using appropriate measures for evaluation purposes
• Research, compile, and analyze fiscal and evaluation data; prepare reports using various formats and graphic representations to advance local knowledge and practice in early learning.  Collect and synthesize research on best practices in early learning and family services.
• Prepare, write, and review reports and prepare responses to grants and funding proposals
• Plan, prepare, conduct, and participate in meetings with ELSS staff, partners, subcontractors and funders to design and implement annual scope of work and budget related activities
• Prepare applications, outreach materials, and supporting documents needed for the implementation of ELSS strategies
• Partner with the Executive Director of ELSS on program strategies using data and trends
• Act as a liaison to the community; represent the County Office of Education and the ELSS Executive Director
• Assist in the implementation of project objectives that promote significant achievement of children of color, children living in poverty, children with special needs and dual language learners
• Provide consultation and technical assistance on data collection and evaluation topics to ELSS subcontractors and their staff at multiple locations throughout San Mateo County
• Attend and participate in a variety of meetings, conferences, workshops, training sessions and seminars related to the ELSS and related early childhood education training functions; coordinate and facilitate ELSS meetings as directed, support and participate in the activities of the Instructional Services Division and the ELSS department
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software; monitor and utilize databases; drive a vehicle to conduct work

Qualifications:  Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification.  Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

EDUCATION:    Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education, Public Administration, Organizational Development, Statistics, or related field

EXPERIENCE:    Three (3) years of increasingly responsible work experience working in early childhood education-related fields linked to program planning and implementation, project management and coordination, and program budgeting and evaluation.

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:     

• Knowledge of significant and related early childhood research and evaluation design, methodology and communication of findings
• Ability to develop effective plans for meeting goals, establishing timelines and measurable checkpoints, estimating required resources, and anticipating obstacles
• Knowledge of database development, statistical analysis and reporting of data for evaluation purposes
• Knowledge of statistical analysis, coding languages for statistical analysis, and data manipulation and representation using Excel, STATA, or other similar programs
• Ability to operate a computer and utilize assigned software, including performing statistical analysis, applying statistical coding language, and performing data manipulation and representation using Excel, STATA, and other similar programs
• Knowledge of principal theories, best practices, policies, procedures and techniques in providing effective care, supervision and early learning activities to preschool children within the context of multiple and diverse cultural and linguistic settings
• Ability to perform assessments on early childhood classrooms/programs using appropriate research tools and measures for evaluation and monitoring purposes
• Knowledge of educational programs, services, standards, requirements and procedures related to early childhood education in a multicultural, multilingual community, such as San Mateo County
• Ability to plan and facilitate meetings with multiple stakeholders within a collaborative structure.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with diverse community partners
• Knowledge of local, state and federal standards and requirements governing policies and objectives of assigned programs and activities, including but not limited to Title 22 Community Care Licensing and Title 5 California Education Code
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures related to data usage, research protocols on human subjects, data security and confidentiality
• Ability to interpret, apply and explain applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
• Knowledge of practices and procedures involved in developing and implementing training activities for adults
• Ability to facilitate groups in planning, problem solving and decision-making
• Knowledge of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of County children
• Ability to work collaboratively with individuals and groups from diverse ethnic, racial, linguistic and social backgrounds
• Knowledge of record-keeping and report preparation techniques
• Ability to prepare and maintain various records and reports related to assigned activities
• Ability to prepare concise reports and recommendations using data in various report formats and representations
• Knowledge of oral and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of public speaking techniques
• Ability to prepare and deliver oral and written presentations using various data, formats and graphic representations
• Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience, courtesy and cultural sensitivity
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Knowledge of operation of a computer and assigned software
• Ability to operate a computer and assigned software
• Knowledge of effective staff supervision
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Ability to plan and organize work
• Ability to meet schedules and time lines

Physical Requirements:  Applicants must possess the physical abilities outlined below with or without accommodation.  San Mateo County Office of Education will consider reasonable accommodation requests.

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone
• Seeing to read a variety of materials
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials

Examination Process:  The examination process for this classification will consist of:

1. A scored rating by a screening panel of application materials, including supplemental questionnaire, for education, training, experience, completeness, and accuracy
2. A written examination (anticipated date- July 21 2020)
3. An oral board examination (anticipated date- July 30, 2020

NOTE:  Examination procedures subject to change as deemed necessary by the Executive Director, Personnel Commission Services.

Only the highest qualified candidates will be invited to attend the examinations.

Applicants will be notified of screening and examination results by e-mail or letter.

Personnel Commission

101 Twin Dolphin Drive 

Redwood City, CA  94065

650-802-5300

classifiedjobs@smcoe.org

http://www.smcoe.org/employees-and-employment/personnel-commission

Proof of citizenship or legal status will be required upon offer of employment.

San Mateo County Office of Education provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons.  The recruitment, testing, and hiring of all personnel will be without regard to race, ancestry, national origin, age, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marriage status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, or veteran status.

PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE WORKER I/II/III
CLOSE DATE: Friday, July 10th, 2020

SALARY RANGE:
I   – $16.23-$19.74  Per Hour
II  – $17.46-$21.23  Per Hour
III – $18.38-$22.34  Per Hour   
(New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning of the salary range.)

FINAL FILING DATE:
A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department by 5:00 P.M., Friday, July 10th, 2020
 

THE POSITION
The Public Works Maintenance Worker I/II/III position performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled labor in the construction, maintenance and repair of County roads, bridges, culverts and other related structures, and in various traffic control maintenance and repair activities or in the various solid waste site activities of the Public Works Agency; operates a variety of construction, maintenance and transportation equipment as necessary to complete daily tasks at the Glenn County Public Works Agency The Public Works Maintenance Worker III position is the journey-level class in the Public Works Maintenance class series, and is distinguished from the Public Works Maintenance Worker II by the primary responsibility to operate heavy diesel and gasoline-powered construction equipment in the maintenance of roadways, drainage systems and the County solid waste site. This position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week, Monday-Thursday 6am-4:30pm during the summer. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next six (6) months.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Experience:        I/II - Some experience in the construction trades or road maintenance is desirable. III - Two years of experience as a Public Works Maintenance Worker II or equivalent experience performing maintenance work in the construction and repair of roads or at a Solid Waste Disposal Facility.

Training:        I/II/III - Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

License or Certificate:    I - Possession of, or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California Class B driver’s license within one year of employment. II - Possession of, or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California Class A driver’s license with proper endorsements within one year of employment. III - Possession of a valid California Class A driver’s license with proper endorsements.

All applicants are encouraged to review a detailed job description available at http://www.countyofglenn.net/dept/personnel/job-opportunities/job-descriptions and apply only if they clearly meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS/INFORMATION - A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
*     A Glenn County Employment Application        *    Résumé
*     Transcripts and/or Certificates                        *    Cover Letter

It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure applications are received at the Glenn County Personnel Office by 5:00 P.M., Friday, July 10, 2020.
GLENN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION:  Application forms must be filled out completely; please do not include “refer to resume” on the application. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. A separate application must be filed for each position.
Application forms may be completed on CalOpps.org or obtained from and returned to:
GLENN COUNTY PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
525 W. Sycamore Street, Willows, CA  95988
Telephone (530) 934-6451 – Fax (530) 934-6452
TDD – No Voice (530) 934-6444
Website: www.countyofglenn.net

RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS: There is no residence requirement except certain positions may require the employee to reside within a reasonable commuting distance.
TRAVEL AND RELATED EXPENSES: Glenn County does not reimburse applicants for any travel or related expenses incurred in connection with applying for employment.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference points for an open, non-promotional examination must attach a copy of their DD2l4 to their application at the time of submission. Submissions after the final filing date will not be accepted.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Applicants may be required to pass a medical examination and fingerprinting as a condition of employment or promotion. Medical exams may include a fitness exam and a drug & alcohol screen.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver’s license. See Training and Experience for any additional required license or certification.
DEGREE OR CERTIFICATIONS: Copies of all required degrees and/or certifications, as outlined in the job description, must be provided.  Please include copies of all required educational degrees beyond high school and special requirement documents such as certificates, licensures, etc. in your job application packet.
SELECTION PROCESS:  The selection process may consist of an application evaluation, oral examination, written exam and fingerprinting process. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview wherein their qualifications for this position will be reviewed in more detail. Additional testing may be applicable. If you are selected for an interview, you will automatically be contacted.
Eligible lists are used for Full-Time (40 hrs./wk. with benefits), Part-Time (20-39 hrs./wk. with benefits), and Public Service employee (PSE) temporary (limited benefits).
 

DEFINITION

Under general direction performs a variety of professional administrative and analytical assignments involving research, analysis, planning, evaluation, program coordination, and administrative duties. Performs related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This classification is a journey level professional classification. Incumbent performs their assigned duties with minimum of supervision and develops, plans, organizes, and implements various city or department wide programs. This position has considerable independence in selecting work methods and procedures and exercises no supervision; however, may provide lead direction, make assignments and delegate work assignments to support staff.

This position will be assigned to the Public Works Department and will receive direction from the Public Works Director.

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

• Assist in performing the day-to-day professional administrative and analytical duties in support of personnel, budget, and/or general administrative functions for a department.
• Research and analyze a variety of information and data. Make recommendations for procedural and operational improvements.
• Develop new program elements and program modifications as necessary to meet City goals and objectives.
• Assist in the preparation of the budget or make budget recommendations relative to assigned program or project areas of responsibility. Review and evaluate policies and procedures and make recommended revisions when necessary.
• Assist and participate in various personnel functions.
• Develop, implement, manage and/or direct special projects and programs and prepare recommendations and reports.
• Participate in office management functions and prepare reports including staff reports, manuals, and other written material.
• Conduct and coordinate research in response to complaints and investigate to assure compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
• Participate in meetings, committees, and other related groups.
• Maintain various records and files.
• Perform related duties as required.

 DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

             Knowledge of:

·         Principles and practices of public administration organization and management.

·         Municipal organization and operation, including budget and personnel management.

·         Methods and techniques of statistical and fiscal analysis.

·         Prepare effective reports and business letters

·         Research methods

·         Principles and practices of project management and work flow analysis.

·         Techniques and principles of effective interpersonal communication.

·         Principles of project development, scheduling, and coordination.

Ability to:

·         Understand the organization and operation of the City and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.

·         Effectively administer assigned programmatic responsibilities; prepare and administer a program budget; evaluate and develop procedures and policies.

·         Develop and maintain effective working relationships with other City staff, agencies, and the general public.

·         Read and interpret laws, regulations, policies, and other documents related to the essential job functions.

·         Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive reports, records, correspondence and other written material.

·         Maintain the confidentiality of information and documentation as required.

·         Maintain accurate records and files. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business administration or closely related field.

Experience:
One (1) year of professional experience performing analytical duties in the areas of administration or management preferably in municipal government.

License:
Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.
 

DEFINITION

Under direction, organizes, supervises, assigns and schedules work crews engaged in the maintenance of parks and landscape infrastructure; develops and manages parkways, trails, sports fields, play lots, trees, shrubs, street median islands, sidewalk landscaped areas, and/or other special recreational facilities; provides responsible and technical staff assistance in the areas of horticulture, grounds, and equipment; performs related work as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is a single, supervisory position. The incumbent is responsible for supervising the daily activities of the Building and Grounds unit within Public Works, including the landscaping of City parks, street trees and medians, and building and facilities. The incumbent ensures that the landscaping and grounds maintenance work is completed in a safe, efficient, and effective manner, which will enhance community aesthetics and satisfy the public.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (illustrative only)

• Recommend and assist in the implementation of unit goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for parks, street median and back of sidewalk landscaping maintenance, repair and construction; implement policies and procedures.
• Participate in selecting, motivating, counseling and evaluating staff; monitor and prepare employee performance objectives and reviews; provide or coordinate staff training; collaborate with employees to correct deficiencies; and implement discipline procedures.
• Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for needed equipment and materials; monitor and control expenditures.
• Manage crews in the maintenance of parks and landscape infrastructure; including selecting plant material, applying pesticides and fertilizers, and supervising the use of chemicals according to current integrated pest management practices.
• Conduct periodic surveys to determine the maintenance needs of the parks, street median and sidewalk landscaping, and sports grounds.
• Plan and coordinate minor maintenance and repair projects; obtain appropriate equipment and materials necessary for maintenance projects; monitor and review work performed by contractors on behalf of the City.
• Analyze and maintain time, material and equipment use records; determine and implement adjustments to optimize the effectiveness of the maintenance system.
• Respond to inquiries and complaints; recommend corrective actions as necessary to resolve complaints; manage on-call duty phone as assigned.
• Purchase necessary, authorized materials and recommend major capital purchases; approve invoices for utilities, materials and projects.
• Assist in coordinating grounds maintenance activities with other City departments and government agencies.
• Administer an IIPP program and participate on the safety committee.
• Attend Parks Commission meetings and Sports Committee meetings, as required.
• Perform related duties, as required.