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The City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation Department is looking for a highly qualified, experienced Community Services Manager

Why Join our Department?

The Parks and Recreation Department’s mission is to enhance the quality of life and strengthen the bonds of community by providing an appropriate mix of safe, well-maintained and well-designed parks, open spaces, and community center facilities that are accessible for all residents; provide enriching leisure opportunities for all age groups; and to preserve and protect the City’s natural resources, including its urban forest, public open spaces, and landscaped medians and islands.

As the Community Services Manager, you will serve as the strategic lead in developing comprehensive programing of recreational, instructional, and community-building activities. You will have the opportunity to make a lasting, positive impact on the community for years to come by invigorating the division with fresh ideas and directing the trajectory of recreation activities, program development, and community engagement.

Look to some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GTIzeSpc_g

What You’ll Do

The Community Services Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and supervising the leisure, cultural, and human services activities of the Division and providing highly responsible professional and technical staff assistance. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Plan, organize, coordinate and direct the work of subordinates in developing and implementing a broad and diversified community recreation and human services program.
• Participate as a member of the community-based network of Human Services Agencies.
• Develop and implement changes in staffing, goals, objectives, policies and procedures to ensure maximum effectiveness and efficiency.
• Develop programs of service to meet community needs including plans for efficient and economical use of labor, buildings, equipment and materials.
• Attend meetings of and prepare reports for Commissions and Advisory Groups; provide technical and professional advice and recommendations relating to recreation and human services.
• Respond to and resolve difficult resident inquiries and complaints.
• Prepare and administer the division budget, maintaining appropriate budgetary controls.
• Administer federal, state and special project grants.
• Participate in planning, organizing, and coordinating the development, construction, and maintenance of parks, recreation buildings, playground areas, and other facilities.
• Direct the scheduling of work projects and the determination of equipment, material and personnel needs with the Division.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Supervise the maintenance of a variety of records and reports.
• Select, supervise, train, and evaluate assigned personnel.

The Community Services Manager receives direction from the Director of Parks and Recreation or higher-level department personnel and exercises direct supervision over professional, technical and clerical staff.

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at https://www.cityofsanmateo.org/DocumentCenter/Home/Index/86c

PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Terra Linda Community Center & Aquatics

$5,900 - $7,100 per month

Plus excellent benefits

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Apply by Sunday, September 22, 2024, at 11:59 pm

THE CITY is focused on enhancing our community members’ quality of life through well-designed services and a positive workplace culture.  San Rafael is the economic and cultural heart of Marin County, and its high quality of life is centered on its commercial districts, engaged neighborhoods, active lifestyle, and natural environment.  San Rafael (population 61,000) is a full-service city with a city council/city manager form of government with 12 departments, more than 400 employees, and an annual budget of $172 million.  The City’s vision is to be a vibrant economic and cultural center reflective of its diversity.  The City Council is engaged and seeks to strengthen the urban and commercial areas as well as sustain the beautiful natural environment. 

San Rafael’s Organizational culture framework is an initiative called “Together San Rafael.”  City employees are our greatest asset, and we seek talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are creative, curious, and excited about a challenge.  We are a results-driven team focused on the needs of community members.  The Together San Rafael initiative is focused on modernizing City services and increasing the engagement of employees.  This initiative recognizes the interconnectedness of the customer and employee experience. 

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael is recruiting for a Program Coordinator in the Recreation Division of our Library and Recreation Department.  This position is responsible for overseeing operations of the Terra Linda Community Pool, including hiring, training, scheduling of temp/seasonal lifeguards, swim instructors, cashiers for approximately 100 employees, for a 9-month pool season.  The Program Coordinator will develop, implement, and oversee programing for the pool and be responsible for developing the pool schedule.  An understanding of safety, customer service, managing relationships with user groups, problem solving, and leadership skills are important for this program area.  Although an aquatics background is preferred, it is not required at time of hire.  The Program Coordinator will also support the Terra Linda Community Center with program development, special events, rentals, customer service, marketing and other tasks as assigned. 

This position performs the following essential job duties (including but not limited to and may vary with assignment):

• Provides direction to and supervises regular, temporary and volunteer staff, including selecting, monitoring, training, scheduling and determining workloads; assists with hiring, disciplinary and evaluation processes.
• Assists in the development, recommendation and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the assigned department division(s).
• Participates in the preparation and administration of an assigned recreation center or specialized recreation program budget.
• Plans, evaluates and coordinates programs, classes, athletic activities and special events, including scheduling facilities, ensuring facilities are set up, scheduling trips and hiring coaches.
• Monitors the day-to-day operations of programs and events, including making site visits, handling and resolving complaints not requiring the attention of a supervisor and ensuring that programs and events have required materials and supplies.
• Formulates and organizes program plans and schedules for seasonal and year-round activities and special events. 
• Acts as liaison and representative with a variety of advisory boards, commissions, community groups, law enforcement agencies, schools and councils.
• Creates program flyers, brochures, catalogs and newsletters, including determining content, layout, materials and distribution methods; prepares activity and operating reports.
• Enforces safety and operating procedures and provides for maintenance needs including compliance with health and safety codes and building codes.
• Books facility rentals for customers; attends to facility users needs, including permits and equipment; prints weekly event schedule and ensures that all setups are done, manages facility budget, including maintenance and supplies.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

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

• Good customer service techniques.
• Principles and techniques of directing group, social and recreational activities.
• Principles and practices of managing recreational programs for community parks, community centers, youth and senior centers, aquatic centers and/or athletic facilities.
• Recreation site management, including operations and maintenance.
• Techniques of effective supervision.
• Financial record keeping practices as applied to recreation programs.
• Coordinating and scheduling the work of temporary and volunteer staff.
• Coordinating and scheduling programs, events and activities.
• Inventorying and ordering supplies, equipment and materials.
• Interpreting and enforcing policies and procedures.
• Maintaining files and monitoring and tracking fees and payments.
• Developing interpersonal relationships with a variety of users and sponsors.
• Using computers and related software.
• Communication to interact effectively with co-workers, supervisors, subordinates, volunteers and the general public sufficient to convey information and to receive work direction.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Must have American Red Cross Lifeguard Training (or obtain within 4 months of hire).
• Must have American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (or obtain within 1 year from time of hire).
• Must have American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (or obtain within 1 year from time of hire).

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in recreation administration, physical education, leisure services or a related field AND
• Two (2) years of full-time or its equivalent of recreation experience, OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job as listed above.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer, and to attend meetings at various sites within and away from the City, and have availability to work off-hours shifts or events as required; strength to lift and carry materials weighing up to 40 pounds; mobility to lead groups in activities involving steep or rough terrain; ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather and temperature conditions; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to video display.  The employee is frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions and frequently works in evenings or weekends and inside environmental conditions.  The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and occasionally works with use of a personal vehicle.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS: 

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application.  The examination process may include the following application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%.   Note:  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a pre-employment physical, background check/fingerprinting, clean DMV report and drug screen.  To file an application, go to:  www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.   Select “San Rafael”.   Follow this link to apply via CalOpps: https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20542794.

If selected, the first-round interviews will be IN PERSON on Monday, September 30, 2024.  Applicants qualifying for a second-round interview will be expected to be available for an IN PERSON interview on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.  Phone and Zoom interviews WILL NOT be available. 

For more information about the City of San Rafael, please visit www.cityofsanrafael.org

Reasonable Accommodation:  The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants.  If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the test date.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.  Such accommodations must be requested by the applicant. 

Applications will be accepted until Friday, October 4, 2024

Written Exam: Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Oral Exam: TBD

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing a City application.

Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

DEFINITION

Under supervision, performs electrical, preventive and corrective maintenance, modifications of existing equipment and the installation of new electrical equipment used within the wastewater treatment plant, the wastewater lift stations and the potable water pump stations and equipment; on 24-hour emergency call for electrical repairs; and performs other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Installs, repairs, maintains or replaces electrical equipment including but not limited to, motor control centers, generators, switchgear panels, variable frequency drives, pump controllers, large distribution breakers, motors of various sizes and voltages, ground fault systems, magnetic and solid state starters, building lighting and power, HVAC equipment, reduced voltage transformers, SCADA control systems, fused disconnects, and various size and types of lighting. Shall review plans and specifications, may inspect electrical components to be installed during new construction, equipment replacement or modification. Shall maintain equipment records on the computerized maintenance system and update drawings as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: Electrical tools including but not limited to, basic hand and power tools, electric cable puller (mule), conduit benders (both hand and hydraulic), MEGGER, phase rotation meter, VOM meter, hydraulic knock-out tool, hand and power threading equipment, accepted safety practices and standards related to both personnel practices and proper handling and installation of equipment and systems. National Electrical Code; installation, operation and maintenance of motor control centers, power generation equipment, pumping control equipment with all types of motors.

Ability to: Read and interpret electrical diagrams, plans and electrical codes. Instruct others in preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance of electrical equipment and of safe work practices.  Work independently and with non-skilled electrical personnel.  Interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Physical Requirements:  Moderate and sometimes strenuous exertion required including crawling, stair climbing, lifting, carrying and/or handling up to 50 pounds for 30 minutes.  Work in confined areas and wear protective garments.  May work in conditions which require exposure to noise, noxious odors, gases and contact with wastewater.

Experience: Four years of journey-level electrical trade experience involving work performed in conformance with standard codes and both single and three phase equipment.  Experience with water or wastewater utility systems desirable.

Education:  Graduation from high school, or equivalent.  Continuing education in related subjects is desirable.

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

The San Francisco Health Service System
Established in 1937 as the employee benefits administrator for municipal employees, the San Francisco Health Service System (SFHSS) executes all phases of non-pension health benefits administration including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts (FSA), and a wide array of voluntary benefits for the employees, retirees, and covered dependents of the City and County of San Francisco, San Francisco Unified School District, City College of San Francisco, and Superior Court of San Francisco. SFHSS is dedicated to ensuring equitable, sustainable, and quality benefits that enhance the whole-person health and well-being of our members and their families throughout their lifecycles. We lead with equity to support our membership in accessing the care they need when they need it, regardless of personal characteristics such as gender, ethnicity, geographic location, and socioeconomic status. We also strive to engage members in personalized care that centers disease prevention and equitable services for optimal health. Learn more about our department and strategic plan at https://sfhss.org/.

Under general supervision, an Employee Assistance Counselor provides clinical assessment, short-term counseling and referral of City and County employees experiencing difficulties related to personal or work-related problems, such as stress, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, emotional concerns or relationship issues. A Counselor conducts seminars, trainings, and consultations on issues related to personal and organizational wellness; prepares records and reports; and performs related duties as required.

Typical duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Provides clinical assessment, short-term counseling and referral services to employees of the City and County who are experiencing difficulties related to personal or work-related problems, such as stress, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, emotional concerns or relationship issues; provides counseling of family members and significant others as appropriate.
2. Facilitates seminars and trainings for employees and management on personal, interpersonal and organizational issues such as the effective management of stress, anger and emotions, workplace negativity and dealing with difficult people.
3. Assists in evaluation efforts to determine the effectiveness of services provided.
4. Educates employees, supervisors and managers regarding EAP service offerings, how to access services, early identification of personal and workplace problems, and referrals to the program.
5. Provides trauma response, crisis intervention and mediation/conflict resolution services as requested.
6. Collects client and program data for tracking, conducts analysis, and prepares related records and reports as requested.
7. May include additional duties as assigned.

General

The Manager, Engineering, Facilities, and Stations reports to the Deputy Director, Infrastructure Engineering is responsible for managing engineering functions related to Caltrain facilities and stations, including design reviews, and inspections of facilities, and stations for the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board (Caltrain). 

Essential Functions & Duties

Essential Functions

• Provide engineering direction and oversight for facilities, and stations improvement projects through planning, design, and construction.
• Develop and manage maintenance programs for facilities, and stations.
• Ensure conformance with engineering standards and regulatory requirements for facilities, and stations.
• Supervise staff, hire, mentor and ensure EEO policies and procedures and followed. Participate in selection of staff. Coordinate staff training and professional

• Manage the design review of project documentation such as drawings, basis of design, specifications, technical reports, and calculations for compliance with Caltrain Standards and for cost effectiveness of the design.
• Provide engineering support and technical input to the Planning department to develop project scopes.
• Assist with Maintenance Department to develop the annual and long-term railroad track engineering and maintenance plans, coordinate these plans with capital projects and support to implement the plans.
• Perform QA reviews of RFIs and submittals as well as participate in change order review and final inspections to construction.
• Review and evaluate project specific designs and provide technical recommendations to design variance approval process.
• Coordinate with other agencies such as: California Public Utilities Commission, the Federal Railroad Administration, Union Pacific Railroad and other interested parties.
• Maintain and develop engineering standards.
• Act as Caltrain engineering lead on matters related to facilities and stations capital improvements project.
• Train, motivate and monitor staff activities, provide direction, and to identify and resolve the problems.
• Provide on-call, 24/7 engineering support.
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect one’s self, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm.  Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Sufficient experience, training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. In lieu of a degree, work-related experience that demonstrates the skills and experience necessary to perform this role will be accepted. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering.
• Five (5) years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience of design and engineering in a railroad, engineering firm, or public works agency with a minimum of two experience managing professional staff.
• Two (2) years of experience managing or directly supervising staff.

Additional Information

The Selection Process May Include a panel interview, written and skills test assessments, or supplemental questions.  Only those candidates who are the most qualified will continue in the selection process.  Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to continue in the process.  
 

Current Employment Benefits at Caltrain:  

For additional information on Caltrain benefits, please visit, https://www.caltrain.com/jobs  

Holidays:    Seven (7) paid holidays, plus up to four (4) floating holidays per year  

Paid Time Off:    Up to 26 days per year   

Cafeteria Plans:    Medical, dental, vision care, group life insurance and more  

Transportation:     Free rail transportation for employees.  Free Bus Transportation for    employees and qualified dependents   

Work Location:    Select positions are eligible to work remote up to 50% of the time  

Pension:    Social Security and California Public Employees Retirement Systems (CalPERS)   

Classic Members – 2% @ 60 benefit formula, 3 year average of highest compensation  

New Members – 2% @ 62 benefit formula, 3 year average of highest compensation 

• To apply, please visit the https://www.caltrain.com/about-caltrain/jobs. Complete an online employment application and supplemental questionnaire.  Open until filled. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of the application and supplemental questionnaire (If required).  Incomplete application will not be considered.
• The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request. If you have a need for an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at (650) 508-6308.
• SamTrans celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.  We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Persons with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

The selection process may include a panel interview, written and skills test assessments, or supplemental questions.  Only those candidates who are the most qualified will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to continue in the process.      

 

How to Apply

• Complete an online employment application by 11:59 p.m. of the listed closing date.  A resume will not be accepted in lieu of the application.  Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

• The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.  If you have a need for an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.   

• We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace environment.  We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  Minorities, Women, Persons with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply. 

General

The Manager, Rail Vehicle Engineering reports to the Deputy Director Rail Systems Engineering. The manager is responsible for ensuring the design and maintenance integrity of rail cars and maintenance vehicles, vehicle systems, subsystems, and support equipment for the PCJPB Caltrain.

Essential Functions & Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for design and maintenance integrity. Evaluates the performance of transit rail car and maintenance vehicle systems, subsystems, and components; oversees investigation into malfunctions and failures. Required to make recommendations for remedial action.
• Direct and participate in the development and revision of vehicle maintenance and testing programs and procedures.
• Lead in the design authority for development and procurement of equipment and services related to rail cars and maintenance vehicles.
• Ensure that the requirements for new rail cars, maintenance vehicles, and their related systems, subsystems, and support equipment are included in Caltrain’s specifications.
• Supervise staff.  Hire, mentor, and take appropriate corrective and/or disciplinary action.  Ensure EEO policies and procedures are followed. Participate in selection of staff.  Coordinate staff training and professional development. Establish performance objectives. Monitor and evaluate employee performance.

• Develop technical specifications and designs for new vehicles and/or replacement equipment; research industry standards and incorporate into specifications as applicable.
• Review equipment condition and reliability and recommend systems or subsystems for replacement or rehabilitation under the Capital Improvement Program. Perform life cycle cost analysis to determine the effectiveness of current systems and equipment in meeting service requirements.
• Perform engineering and technical evaluation of new vehicles and new, modified, or existing equipment to ensure conformity with Caltrain’s installation, performance, and maintenance standards. Analyze the above-mentioned modifications for potential effects in rail car/track equipment cost, time requirements, and reliability.
• Analyze vehicle equipment failures; develop, implement, and document resulting changes to maintenance procedures and equipment design.
• Evaluate technical proposals, cost estimates, specifications, and designs for compliance with Caltrain’s operational needs.
• Review contractor submittals, evaluate test procedures, maintenance manuals, and inspection schedules for new equipment and recommend improvements to enhance reliability objectives.
• Develop effective standards for vehicle, equipment, and system testing; perform testing in coordination with maintenance and/or engineering personnel.
• Prepare technical reports relating to design, compatibility, maintenance, and testing requirements of rail car/track equipment systems and subsystems.
• Develop implementation schedules and coordinate installation and monitor progress to ensure adherence to schedule and budget.
• Perform engineering and design work to assist with maintaining engineering documentation for the Configuration Control Management process. Ensure configuration control for technical documentation, maintenance manuals, and drawings.
• Stay abreast of new developments in the field of rail transit vehicle engineering.
• Respond to incidents, conduct incident investigations, and prepare formal reports of findings.
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect oneself, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Sufficient experience, training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. In lieu of a degree, work-related experience that demonstrates the skills and experience necessary to perform this role will be accepted. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or a related engineering field.
• In lieu of a bachelor’s degree plus five years of full-time work experience, a high school diploma and nine (9) years of experience performing vehicle engineering tasks (i.e., troubleshooting, vehicle/sub-system testing, component/sub-system design, development, and review of technical documentation) may be considered.
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible engineering experience performing rail/maintenance of way vehicle engineering tasks (i.e., troubleshooting, vehicle/sub-system testing, component/sub-system design, development, and review of technical documentation).

• Experience in developing equipment specifications is desired.

Additional Information

• To apply, please visit the https://www.caltrain.com/about-caltrain/jobs. Complete an online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. This position is open until filled. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of the application and supplemental questionnaire (If required).  Incomplete application will not be considered.
• The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request. If you have a need for accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department on (650) 508-6308. 
• Caltrain celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.  We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Persons with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

The selection process may include a panel interview, written and skills test assessments, or supplemental questions.  Only those candidates who are the most qualified will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to continue in the process.      

 

How to Apply

• Complete an online employment application by 11:59 p.m. of the listed closing date.  A resume will not be accepted in lieu of the application.  Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

• The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.  If you have a need for an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.   

• We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace environment.  We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  Minorities, Women, Persons with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply. 

General

The Signal Engineer III will report to the Manager of Signals & Grade Crossings and is responsible for the engineering and oversight aspects of the signal and grade crossing systems for the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board (Caltrain).  

Essential Functions & Duties

Examples of Essential Functions:

• Assist with the configuration management of the signal and grade crossing systems, their subsystems, and assets, along with any updates/changes to the configuration management.
• Provide general oversight of and engineering support of Caltrain signal system and crossing systems, to support compliance of Engineering standards for construction and/or modification of signal and crossing systems.
• Support of Caltrain’s technical specifications and standards of the systems and assets, also ensure specifications and standards are current. 
• Interface with Caltrain’s Operation and Maintenance to provide technical support in operating and maintaining Signal and Crossing systems, including Positive Train Control.
• Coordinate and interface management and integration of the signal and grade crossing systems with other internal and external systems, subsystems, including Positive Train Control. 
• Represent as necessary signals and grade crossings for all Caltrain projects, with stakeholders, and other parties.
• Support to ensure the signal and grade crossing systems are compliant with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) requirements, and Caltrain standards.
• Assist with the filings to the FRA and the CPUC pertaining to signals and grade crossings. 
• Support design reviews, and the approval of the designed system. 
• Support to ensure standardization of the signal and grade crossing systems across the different projects.
• Assist with the development of an asset management plan for assigned assets.

Examples of Essential Duties: 

• Oversee test procedures and engineering work practices are followed.
• Work under the Manager, Signals & Grade Crossings to help develop a 5- and 10-year State of Good Repair (SOGR) maintenance program.
• Develop and work with Capital Construction on continuous improvement programs.
• Assist with all signal and grade crossing design, installation, testing, and cutover requirements to ensure compliance with FRA, CPUC regulations, and Caltrain Standards. 
• Support technical oversight of railroad signal and grade crossing system operations. 
• Support as necessary revisions to updated signal and grade crossing engineering standards, policies, and procedures.  
• Provide support on matters related to signals and grade crossings with internal (operations), external stakeholders, and agencies such as the CPUC, the FRA, cities, and other parties, as required.
• Support signal and crossing systems engineering, design support, and design review; Construction support, coordination, and liaison.
• Assist with identifying and resolve signal and grade crossing engineering and technical issues.
• Support Caltrain operations and other engineering teams for matters related to signal and grade crossing, support of signal cutovers, including nights and weekends.
• Provide continuous review of operating manuals and procedures developed by various system providers or vendors.
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect oneself, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Sufficient experience, training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. In lieu of a degree, work-related experience that demonstrates the skills and experience necessary to perform this role will be accepted. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to:
 

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Science, or related field preferred. In lieu of a degree eight years of experience of railroad signals and grade crossing
• Two years of supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five (5) years’ experience of railroad signal and grade crossing design, maintenance, and/or engineering.
• Experience with programming Solid State Vital Processor/Controllers for Rail Signal and Grade Crossings is preferred.
• Effective communication skills orally and written.
• Strong prior experience with Microsoft Office suite, scheduling software (MS Project or Primavera), requirements management systems, and software configuration tools, preferred.
• Experience with rail systems, electrification, electrical interfaces, software, and network protocols, and system integration with commercial off the shelf (COTS) hardware and software is preferred.
• Experience managing contractors and consultants are preferred.
• Certificate of completion from a certified Signalman Training program

Additional Information

• To apply, please visit the http://www.caltrain.com/about-caltrain/jobs. Complete an online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the listed closing date. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of the application and supplemental questionnaire. Incomplete application will not be considered.
• The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.  If you have a need for an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at (650) 508-6308.
• Caltrain celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  Minorities, Women, Persons with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.     

The selection process may include a panel interview, written and skills test assessments, or supplemental questions.  Only those candidates who are the most qualified will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to continue in the process.      

 

How to Apply

• Complete an online employment application by 11:59 p.m. of the listed closing date.  A resume will not be accepted in lieu of the application.  Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

• The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.  If you have a need for an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.   

• We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace environment.  We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  Minorities, Women, Persons with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply. 

About Stanford University Dept. of Public Safety

The Stanford Department of Public Safety (SUDPS) provides safety, security, law enforcement, crime prevention, and emergency response services for Stanford's main campus (in unincorporated Santa Clara County), 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The Stanford Department of Public Safety is looking for friendly, professional and customer service minded people to fill the positions of Deputy Cadet Trainee on the Stanford University campus. Please apply for full time employment at careersearch.stanford.edu or email the recruitment unit at robertc2@stanford.edu for assistance.

Deputy Cadet Trainee: The expected pay range for this position is $61.02 (Step A) to $77.91 (Step 6) per hour.

Stanford DPS Main Website: police.stanford.edu

*Stanford DPS is not a Cal PERS agency

*Child College Tuition Grant Program (after 5 years of FTE)

About Stanford University Dept. of Public Safety

The Stanford Department of Public Safety (SUDPS) provides safety, security, law enforcement, crime prevention, and emergency response services for Stanford's main campus (in unincorporated Santa Clara County), 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The Stanford Department of Public Safety is looking for friendly, professional and customer service minded people to fill the positions of Deputy Sheriff on the Stanford University campus. Please apply for fulltime employment at careersearch.stanford.edu or email the recruitment unit at robertc2@stanford.edu for assistance.

Deputy Sheriff: The expected pay range for this position is $61.02 (Step A) to $77.91 (Step 6) per hour.

Stanford DPS Main Website: police.stanford.edu

*Stanford DPS is not a Cal PERS agency

*Child College Tuition Grant Program (after 5 years of FTE)

About Stanford University Dept. of Public Safety

The Stanford Department of Public Safety (SUDPS) provides safety, security, law enforcement, crime prevention, and emergency response services for Stanford's main campus (in unincorporated Santa Clara County), 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The Stanford Department of Public Safety is looking for friendly, professional and customer service minded people to fill the positions of Public Safety Officer on the Stanford University campus. Please apply for full time employment at careersearch.stanford.edu or email the recruitment unit at robertc2@stanford.edu for assistance.

Public Safety Officer: The expected pay range for this position is $28.85 to $30.77 per hour. (full-time benefited, non-sworn)

Stanford DPS Main Website: police.stanford.edu