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The Town of Moraga offers a supportive environment where you will be given the opportunity to be involved in all aspects of municipal engineering. Under minimum supervision, the position provides journey level engineering assistance to the Town by managing Town capital projects at all stages of planning, design, and construction; conducting the plan check process for all subdivision and private developments; providing transportation planning and traffic engineering; assisting in the development, coordination, and management of engineering programs; operations and maintenance  programs and services and performs related duties as required.

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

     The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.  In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Construction Inspector classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. 

     The Department of Public Works is currently recruiting to fill multiple Senior Construction Inspector positions in the Engineering Services Division. These vacancies will be located within the Construction Management Services Section that include positions working on improvements to the Regional Wastewater Facility and other projects in the City's Capital Improvement Program 

     Under the direction of Principal Construction Inspectors, typical duties include, but are not limited to the following: 

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          + Reviews plans and specifications and submittals for conformance to established standards for major construction projects. 

          + Prepares resource and/or cost estimates. 

          + Reviews traffic control plans for completeness and accuracy and assures implementation of plan. 

          + Supervises, schedules, assigns, and directs activities for Associate Construction Inspectors, Engineering Technicians, Engineering Trainees, and Student Interns. 

          + Reviews and makes recommendations concerning proposed projects  

          + Assists in resolving disputes between contractors, inspectors, developers, utilities, and consultants. 

          + Responsible for the tabulation of quantity of work completed per schedule of quantities, including the review of pay letters.  

          + Provide daily written report describing projects events. 

          + Assist Project Manager, Construction Manager or Engineer in determining validity of proposed change orders; provides constructability review of proposed design changes. 

          + Coordinates construction surveying, materials testing, specialty inspections and code inspections  

          + Available to perform overtime duties on weekends, holidays, midnight or swing shift when requested. 

          + Performs Public Works emergency duties, such as flood watch when required.’ 

          + Performs public outreach to constituents and associations. 

     Selection Process

     The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application 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. Please describe in detail how you meet the minimum qualifications. Include your education AND describe your years of experience in sub-professional engineering/construction inspection work, which include at least two (2) years preparing engineering drawings, contract specifications, and cost estimates; drafting and structural detailing for plans; construction or infrastructure inspection; or field surveying. Please be sure to include years of experience and where you obtained your experience.

     2. Using the scale below, please describe how you would individually rate your computer skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook & any type of document management system. Please provide examples that support your self-assessment.  

     1 - Never used/not proficient 

     2 - Proficient with basics only 

     3 - Highly proficient with more complex aspects 

     4 - Expert/could teach others how to use

     3. This position might include some moderate-to-heavy physical labor. Describe your experience working under these conditions and include specific examples from work that demonstrate your abilities.

     If you have any questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring process, please contact Jordan Pascual at jordan.pascual@sanjoseca.gov. 

     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. 

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The City of Burlingame is accepting applications for the position of Human Resources Analyst II

Our diverse family of employees welcomes you to apply. We are a small city that gets a lot done, and each member of our team is vital to our success as an organization.

Diversity Statement

We asked our employees what they enjoyed most about working for the City of Burlingame, and their responses fell into five general categories:

• Colleagues
• Community
• Location
• The Work
• The Benefits

Browse the Burlingame Welcome Brochure for more information about why employees love  working here or view our City of Burlingame is a Great Place to Work Video: 

Welcome Brochure 

City of Burlingame is a Great Place to Work Video

For more detailed information regarding the minimum qualifications and essential functions of the position, please review the Human Resources Analyst II job description.

ABOUT THE POSITIONS
City of Gilroy Public Works Department is currently recruiting for two (2) college interns to work in the Engineering Division.  One intern position will work on land development projects and the other intern position will work on transportation projects.  Qualified applicants will be considered for both openings. Hired candidates will be assigned to an internship based on their educational background, related knowledge, and any work or project experience.
 
 
WORK SCHEDULE
Internships can start as early as May 1, 2020 and end as late as September 30, 2020.  There is a possibility for the internship to be continued through June 30, 2021 (on a reduced schedule as described below.)
 
Interns may work full time (40 hours per week) up to 11 weeks during summer or when school is not in session.  Interns may work part-time (up to 25 hours per week) year round if working more than 11 weeks or when school is in session.
 
The official start and end date of the internship will be determined at the time of hire. Work hours are generally Monday – Friday between   8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Interns may be assigned to attend some evening and weekend events, and off-site meetings.
 
 
ABOUT THE TEAM AND ENVIRONMENT
The Engineering team provides a supportive environment for interns to participate in projects in varied disciplines and at varying stages.  The mentoring provided and learning opportunities are exceptional.  Interns will have hands-on exposure to using industry tools such as Bluebeam, AutoCAD, RAM, and GIS software on current City of Gilroy projects.

ABOUT THE POSITION
City of Gilroy Public Works Department is currently recruiting for a college intern to work in the Operations Unit. This is a hands-on position responsible for updating City of Gilroy's Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) which is based on Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data and is used for storing asset information regarding the City's water, wastewater, storm drain, street, sidewalk, park, landscape, urban forest and related infrastructure.
 
The Public Works GIS/CMMS College intern will have the opportunity to identify inconsistencies with GIS data by conducting field inspections of civil infrastructure and performing internal and external research. The Public Works GIS/CMMS College intern will resolve discrepancies by comparing physical field data and reconciling it with GIS/CMMS data.
 
This position is ideal for college candidates who are pursuing degrees involving Business Management Information Systems, GIS, Civil Engineering, or Geography.
 
 
WORK SCHEDULE
Internships can start as early as May 1, 2020 and end as late as September 30, 2020.  There is a possibility for the internship to be continued through June 30, 2021 (on a reduced schedule as described below.)
 
Interns may work full time (40 hours per week) up to 11 weeks during summer or when school is not in session.  Interns may work part-time (up to 25 hours per week) year round if working more than 11 weeks or when school is in session.
 
The official start and end date of the internship will be determined at the time of hire. Work hours are generally Monday – Friday between   8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Interns may be assigned to attend some evening and weekend events, and off-site meetings.
 
 
ABOUT THE TEAM
The Operations team is a group of hard-working individuals who are dedicated to making Gilroy a well maintained, safe, attractive, and well-run community. Our employees fully support a culture of safety, learning, bonding, and teamwork.
 

 
Human Resources College Intern
$15.00 - $25.00 Hourly
Temporary Part-Time

Choose Morgan Hill: The City of Morgan Hill is the best community for people to live, work, visit, and operate their businesses.

The City of Morgan Hill is recruiting a college intern to work in the Human Resources Division. The intern will participate and work with Human Resources team on a variety of tasks.

Salary: $15.00 - $25.00 per hour up to 25 hours per week. This is a temporary part-time position without benefits

Deadline to apply: This position closes Friday, March 27, 2020.

Length of Internship: May/June - August/September, 2020 (three months may vary depending on school schedule).

Work Schedule:  Applicants must be able to commit to approximately 25 hours per week between the hours of Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Schedule is flexible.

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong computer skills are required
• Strong customer service skills
• Able to multitask, take direction and take initiative with assigned projects
• Understands the importance of confidentiality in the human resources function
• A quick learner who is energetic and organized to successfully perform the work as described below

SELECTION PROCESS
Only completed application packets will be screened and those applicants who possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to an oral interview. This position closes on Friday, March 27, 2020.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

SPECIFIC PROJECTS MAY INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Support the City of Morgan Hill recruitment function by assisting with various tasks such us preparing job flyers, screening applications, contacting job applicants, organizing interviews, scan recruitment files, etc.
• Assist with the logistics and planning of annual Health and Wellness Fair.
• Assist in creating and organizing personnel/medical files.
• Other project work duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A current college student in a degree program in a related field of study.
• A current college student in a graduate program or entering a graduate program in a related field of study.
• A college graduate who has obtained a Bachelor's Degree (within the last year) in a related field of study.
• Ideally, a student of Human Resources, Business or related majors would be an appropriate fit for this particular internship.
   

Code Enforcement Official III

$5,671 - $6,894 per month

Plus, excellent benefits

OPEN UNTIL FILLED:  Apply by Friday, March 27, 2020 for first consideration

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael Community Development Department is seeking a full-time Code Enforcement Official III.  The incumbent in this position assists with the enforcement of all provisions of the San Rafael Municipal Code, performs code inspections and enforces the zoning code.  This position is responsible for providing advanced journey level code enforcement duties and for providing some building and/or fire inspection duties typically regarding issues that do not require a permit. This position requires certification as a Combination Building Inspector or the residential inspection track of the International Code Council and/or the Fire Prevention IA, 2A, and 3A courses of the California State Fire Training.

This position performs the following essential job duties:   

• Exercises enforcement and abatement responsibilities under the land use regulations of the City’s Municipal Codes.
• Conducts field investigations of reported complaints of municipal code, ordinance and resolution violations.
• Advises individuals of violations and methods of abatement.
• Seeks abatement (remedies) through voluntary compliance or informal administrative process or administrative hearings or judicial action.
• Conducts field inspections to uncover violations, gathers supporting evidence, inform individuals of code provisions and encourage compliance.
• Issue warnings and violation notices and see remedies through voluntary compliance or informal administrative process or administrative hearings or judicial action.
• Explains and interprets municipal codes, ordinances, and resolutions at the counter and in the field to City staff, to property owners and the general public.
• Confers with other agencies and City departments, verbally and in writing, on the investigation and disposition of related violations.
• Prepares written staff reports and present evidence at hearings before the Planning Commission, City Council, Hearing Officer, and/or Courts of Law related to current code enforcement administrative and judicial proceedings.
• Completes forms, prepare reports, investigation narratives, and related correspondence.
• Maintains case records, program statistics, and related materials.
• Function as a lead work supervisor over other Code Enforcement Official employees.
• Performs related duties as required.

To be eligible for this position, you must have knowledge of:

• Correct English usage, spelling and punctuation.
• Simple research and statistical methods.
• Interviewing techniques necessary to obtain investigative and personal data.
• Modern office policies, procedures, and equipment.
• Goals, objectives and policies of the department.
• Correct written and spoken English.
• Technical aspects of Zoning and Code Enforcement.
• Supervisory techniques and methods.

To be eligible for this position, you must have the ability to:

• Interpret and apply laws, ordinances, codes and policies.
• Express oneself clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Work cooperatively with other departments, agencies and citizens.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships.
• Lead and direct the work of others.
• Perform field investigations.
• Enforce applicable codes and ordinances.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: (Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, abilities and skill.)  A typical way to obtain these would be:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of full-time experience involving the enforcement and interpretation of administrative rules and regulations, two (2) years of which must be in a code inspection capacity, with at least one (1) of those years at an equivalent level to the Code Enforcement Official II.
• Requires certification as a Building or Fire Prevention Inspector.
• Valid driver’s license.

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.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application.  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, driving record, drug screen, and fingerprinting.   To file an application, go to:  www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”.  Follow this link to submit your application:  https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-19981919

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. 

JOIN THE CITY OF GLENDORA TEAM

3% base salary increase July 1, 2020

Alternative work schedules available!

Up to $6,200 tuition reimbursement per academic year.

The City of Glendora seeks a highly motivated and experienced professional who is dedicated, knowledgeable and can provide excellent customer service as the new Civil Engineering Assistant (CEA).  The ideal candidate has a wide variety of experience in various areas and is committed to best practices of engineering principles, project design and administration.  We are looking for someone who is experienced and adept in designing water lines and water improvement plans in an aging infrastructure and easily able to establish and maintain successful working relationships with field from various City Departments/Divisions, Corresponding Supervisors and/or Managers, and contractors in the field.  An Engineering In Training (EIT) certificate, experience with a Water Utility, and/or experience with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) is DESIRABLE but not required.  A Bachelor’s Degree is HIGHLY DESIRABLE.

If you are energized and enthusiastic about working on a collaborative team and like the idea of working under leadership that encourages creative solutions and you are committed to serving residents of this community, then we invite your application!

Under limited supervision, performs a variety of field and office sub-professional civil engineering work; plans, designs, and reviews the construction of public works, water, traffic, and subdivision projects; performs technical studies; performs related duties as required.

Some of the typical duties of the Civil Engineering Assistant include but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs contract administration of public works projects including the technical review and approval of project plans, designs, and construction; evaluates public works project proposals and recommends award of contract.
• Prepares plans, maps, and designs for streets, sewers, storm drains, water distribution systems, street lighting, landscaping, street improvement, and other capital improvement projects; prepares specifications and cost estimates for a variety of public works projects.
• Performs inspections of construction projects; makes field inspections of existing structures to determine adequacy and estimate stabilizing requirements; meets with contractors to resolve items of non-compliance.
• Investigates complaints, conducts technical studies and prepares reports and recommendations related to civil engineering projects, such as traffic, transportation, capital improvement projects, and other specialized studies.
• Reviews and approves proposed residential, commercial, and industrial developments by checking site plans and tentative and final subdivision maps for compliance with appropriate regulations; prepares conditions of approval; advises public on city standards and processes for acquiring appropriate permits.
• Conducts field surveys and operates a variety of survey equipment; measures distances and establishes elevations; prepares survey reports.
• Prepares traffic engineering reports; supervises the collection and management of traffic data; conducts traffic studies; investigates complaints of traffic safety issues and makes recommendations.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of maps related to the water distribution system; prepares required reports on water quality; performs hydrant flow tests and calculations; assists the Water Division Supervisor with a variety of water systems related issues.
• May assist in directing the work of Engineering Aides and Technicians who are in training; leads the work of same as required.

For a complete job description, applicants may go to the City’s website at cityofglendora.org or contact the Human Resources Division.

EDUCATION/AND OR EXPERIENCE

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 an Associate’s degree or equivalent with major work in civil engineering or closely related field, and three years of progressively responsible professional experience in civil engineering or a closely related field.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL LEVELS

Considerable knowledge of engineering principles and practices as applied to public works, including planning and development, design, and construction; methods and techniques utilized in the preparation of public works project designs and related plans, specifications, and cost estimates; related federal and state laws, ordinances, and regulations. Working knowledge of the methods and techniques of supervision.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of or ability to obtain a Class C California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.

Possession of an EIT certificate is desirable.

SELECTION PROCESS:  All applications will be reviewed and evaluated.  Those candidates who are determined to be best qualified based upon the information presented on the application materials will be invited to continue in the selection process which may include a qualifying written or performance evaluation and will include an interview weighted 100%.

CLOSE DATE: MARCH 17, 2020 AT 3PM

TENTATIVE INTERVIEW DATE: MARCH 25 OR 26, 2020

APPLICATION PROCESS:  A completed online employment application is required and must be submitted at www.calopps.org.  Incomplete, late, emailed, faxed, and hard copy applications are not accepted.  Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required employment application available at CalOpps.  Certificates, resumes, and cover letters must be uploaded with your application on the CalOpps website.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.  Please notify the Human Resources & Risk Management Department in advance if you require special accommodations to participate in any phase of the selection process.

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