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

Public Works Department is currently recruiting to fill a Principal Engineer (Structural) position to oversee the Building Official Program for the Director of Public Works. Under the direction of Assistant Director of Public Works, this Principal Engineer will be leading and managing the team that is responsible for ensuring code compliance of all City managed construction projects and other consultant-managed projects on City property. This includes issuing departmental building and structural permits and inspecting projects under construction. This position will provide technical leadership as he/she coordinates with the City's Capital project teams and Facilities Management team to ensure that the desired project achieves code compliance while meeting the needs of the client group.     
 
This Principal Engineer position will prepare and manage the team's annual budget, plan resource allocation, develop a fee structure for services, establish and implement the procedure to ensure projects are reviewed and permitted prior to construction, ensure timely and accurate inspection of construction projects for code compliance, and provide structural engineering and design services.  
 
Typical Duties and Responsibilities     
 
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:  
 

• Establish the team for building and structural permitting, code inspection, and structural design functions. 
• Standardize the permitting process to include all City capital construction projects, including City facilities repair and maintenance projects as well as non-City tenants making improvements on City owned property.  
• Coordinates with City Departments to develop permit, plans review, and inspection software to digitize plans review and inspection process.   
• Plans, assigns, directs, supervise and evaluates professional, technical and other engineering and non-engineering staff.  
• Supervise the review and approval of building and structural plans, calculations and specifications for complex projects.  
• Coordinates with other City departments, engineers, consultants and maintenance personnel.  
• Directs the preparation and monitoring of the budget for the Building Official program.  
• Develops and directs technical training programs for the Building Official program. 
• Confers with elected and appointed officials, citizen groups and the general public.  
  Understands, promotes and supports the City Service Area's Business Plans and the core services of the Department.  
• Conducts or directs studies and research to solve building and structural engineering and construction problems.  
• Implement policies and procedures to streamline existing processes to improve results and/or operating costs.  
• Supervise the code inspection function and special inspection consultant services to provide technical direction, inspection and final acceptance for new construction and maintenance.  
• Negotiates and administers contracts and agreements with consultants, vendors, agencies and contractors.   
• Represents the Department on boards and commissions, and to outside agencies, professional and business groups.   
• Acts in the absence of the Division Manager, Deputy Director as assigned. 

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.  

Competencies  

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.  Desirable competencies for this position include: 

Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with  
 

• applicable professional/ technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations 

• laws, ordinances and standards relative to the construction and inspection of buildings, roads, bridges and other municipal facilities 
• current building codes, including mechanical, plumbing, and electrical 
• modern methods, materials and equipment employed in construction 
• ability to direct inspections and achieve compliance with contracts, construction plans and specifications 
• safe construction practices 

• managing, developing, planning, and/or implementing code compliance programs for a municipality 
• appropriate application of procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to service delivery or regulatory activities 
   

 Leadership - Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, encourages and rewards risk-taking, allowing others to learn from mistakes.  
 
Management - Evaluates priorities to ensure the 'true' top priorities are handled satisfactorily; sets clear goals for the employees and the work unit.  
 
Fiscal Management - Understands the relationship of the budget and resources to the strategic plan; complies with administrative controls over funds, contracts, and procurements  
 
Communication Skills - Communicates and listens effectively and responds in a timely, effective, positive and respectful manner; written reports and correspondence are accurate, complete, current; well-organized, legible, concise, neat, and in proper grammatical form.  
 
Political Skill - In taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization.  
 
Customer Service - Approaches problem-solving by focusing on customers first; advocates for customer results point of view; demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently in a timely, accurate, respectful and friendly manner.  
 
Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem(s); collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.  
 
Team Work & Interpersonal Skills - Demonstrates a positive attitude and flexibility along with the ability to develop effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. 

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

The Public Works Department is recruiting to fill one (1) Associate Engineer position in the Engineering Services Division. The ideal candidate will possess a high level of professionalism, excellent customer service skills, and a supreme work ethic. Requirement include excellent judgment, initiative, perseverance, integrity, organizational skills, flexibility, and written and verbal communications skills. This position will be responsible for code reviews as it pertains to structural and architectural safety and processing permits for Citywide capital facilities/building projects.  This position will also perform occasional structural engineering design for Citywide capital projects as assigned. 

The Associate Civil Engineer assigned to these positions will be under the general direction of the Senior Structural Engineer who conducts structural engineering review, design and manage capital improvement project.  

Duties include, but are not limited, to the following:  

• Advises professional engineers, architects and other concerning code requirements, engineering and planning problems arising in the preliminary design of buildings and other structures. 
• Occasionally prepares structural engineering design for the Senior Structural Engineer and makes independent engineering analysis on proposed buildings and other structures to justify structural safety. 
• Examines plans, structural calculations, and specifications for City owned buildings such as fire stations, libraries, convention center, and the airport for compliance with the governing laws, building codes, and City Ordinances for structural, fire-life safety, energy conservation, CALgreen standards, and ADA aspects. 
• Prepares and manages consultant agreements. 
• Performs field observations and conducts safety assessments of older buildings and other structures, when required, and prepares a typed-written report of findings and recommendations. 
• Responsible for interfacing with the public, consultants, contractors, other City departments/sections, and other agencies, and is responsible for timely response to the stakeholders' requests and concerns on projects. 
• Manage capital improvement project such as fire station renovation, Convention center tenant improvement project, etc. 
• Consults with construction inspectors and attends field meetings regarding problems arising in the field during the construction of a public improvement project. 
• Supports code inspection staff in construction issues investigation and resolution. 
• Support permitting staff in processing permits in a timely manner 

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.  

Competencies 

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.  Desirable competencies for this position include: 

Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices and the California Building Codes; including knowledge and experience of the City of San Jose’s designs, improvement plans, estimates, specifications, and contract documents for capital improvement projects, private development projects or other engineering related projects; experience in Enercalc and RISA 3D; Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. 
 
Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.   

Computer Skills - MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. 
  
Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. 
  
Analytical Thinking - Approaches a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. 
  
Creativity – Addresses objectives and problems while questioning traditional assumptions/solutions in order to generate creative ideas and new ways of doing business; exhibits creativity and innovation when contributing to organizational and individual objectives; seeks out opportunities to improve, streamline, reinvent work processes. 
  
Decision Making – Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions. 
  
Planning - Acts to align own unit's goals with the strategic direction of the organization; Defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives, while ensuring the optimal use of resources to meet those objectives. 
  
Problem Solving – Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. 
  
Project Management - Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives. 
 
Supervision -  Sets effective long and short-term goals based on good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness. 

 
Deputy Director for Utilities Services
$11,861 - $15,586 monthly
$142,332 - $187,032 annually
 
Choose Morgan Hill: The City of Morgan Hill is the best community for people to live, work, visit, and operate their businesses.
 
Job Summary: Under the administrative guidance of the Public Services Director, the Deputy Director for Utility Services manages the City's Water and Wastewater Utilities.  The Utilities Services Deputy Director's primary functions are management oversight over the water and wastewater utilities divisions, long-range planning, regulatory compliance, system reliability, financial accountability, and customer service.  

Class Characteristics: 
The Deputy Director for Utilities Services is a mid-¬management position and is responsible for overseeing the operations and ensuring the fiscal stability of the City's water and wastewater utilities. The position provides leadership and management over the operations and business functions of utilities including long-range planning (both operational and infrastructure), regulatory compliance, system reliability, financial accountability, and customer satisfaction. The Deputy Director develops, monitors, and analyzes financial and quality indicators, oversees system operations and maintenance, supports the City's role in the joint powers operation of the wastewater treatment plant, and recommends capital investments and a financial strategy to ensure sustainable water and wastewater systems. This requires an operational understanding of the municipal water and wastewater industry to develop and execute a business plan and interpret and implement complex finance and accounting concepts. In coordination with the City's Human Resources Department, the Deputy Director guides and manages division-wide human resource services, policies, and programs. As the Deputy Director makes presentations to internal and external customers including members of the public, customers, teammates, investors, and City Council, strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical information to a lay audience is essential.

The Deputy Director must possess the leadership and strategic mindset to actively participate in various strategic planning processes that support the long-term maintenance of the utility systems operationally and fiscally. Reporting to the Public Services Director, the Deputy Director for Utilities Services oversees the Utilities Division which includes 30 teammates, and is responsible for the budget. Direct reports to the Deputy Director include a Utilities Systems Manager, Management Analyst, Municipal Services Assistant, and an Office Assistant. As a key member of the City's Management Team, Deputy Director of Utilities is expected to support the overall operations of the City developing strong interdepartmental systems and relationships with the Finance Department's Utilities Billing Division, the Capital Engineering Division, and the Community Services Department's Maintenance Division.
 
Application and Selection Process:
To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply on-line at www.morganhill.ca.gov and submit the following items:
•    A completed City of Morgan Hill employment application 
•    Cover Letter 
•    Resume 
•    Copy of Certificates (if applicable)
 Only completed application packets will be reviewed. 

CITY OF MORGAN HILL

UTILITY WORKER I
$4,913 - $6,269 monthly
$58,956 - $75,228 annually

UTILITY WORKER II
$5,420 - $6,918 monthly
$65,040 - $83,016 annually

The City of Morgan Hill is currently accepting applications. Please be advised that due to the County of Santa Clara order to shelter in place, interviews have been postponed until further notice.

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 currently recruiting for one Utility Worker in the Engineering & Utilities Department. The Utility Worker classification is a flexibly-staffed classification of Utility Worker I/Utility Worker II and the City can fill the position at either level.

UTILITY WORKER I

DEFINITION:
Under general supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled work in the maintenance of water supply and wastewater collection system facilities and appurtenances; performs related work as required.
 
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:
Utility Worker I is the journey level class in this maintenance series.  This class is distinguished from the Utility Worker II class in that the Utility Worker II position requires the ability to independently perform a number of assigned tasks skillfully and safely while providing limited lead direction to a small crew on a job site.  In addition, the operation of equipment, vehicles and power tools is a regular responsibility of the Utility Worker I class.

UTILITY WORKER II

DEFINITION: 
Under general supervision, performs a variety of skilled work in the maintenance of water supply and wastewater collection system facilities and appurtenances; performs related work as required.
 
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: 
Utility Worker II is the advanced journey-level class of this series and incumbents are competent to independently perform a number of assigned tasks skillfully and safely.  The operation of equipment, vehicles and power tools is a regular responsibility of this class.  In addition, the Utility Worker II position requires the possession of a Grade I Water Treatment Operator Certificate or a Wastewater Collection System Operator Certificate or the equivalent (described below).  This class is distinguished from the next higher class of Senior Utility Worker in that in that the Senior Utility Worker provides lead direction to crews in the utility maintenance operations assigned to maintain the City's water distribution and sewer collection systems.

APPLICATION and SELECTION PROCESS:
To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply on-line at www.morganhill.ca.gov and submit the following items:

• A completed City of Morgan Hill employment application
• Responses to the supplemental questions
• Resume
• Copy of Certificates (if applicable)

Please note only completed application packets will be reviewed.  First review of applications will occur the week of June 22, 2020. This recruitment may close at any time without notice. 

Candidates for this position may be required to complete a practical exam and oral interview. 

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

The San José Fire Department (SJFD) is seeking to fill four (4) Associate Engineer positions in the Bureau of Fire Prevention (BFP). The Bureau of Fire Prevention (BFP) Development Division contributes to the Department’s mission through its primary focus on key areas of responsibility that include; public education and outreach services, investigation of fires to determine cause and origin, and code compliance activities such as plan review and inspection.

For more information about BFP, please click here.

Under the general supervision of a Senior Engineer, the Associate Engineer position performs a variety of professional engineering, plan review, and inspection work.

Typical duties include, but are not limited to the following:

- Examine plans, perform calculations and review specifications for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings for compliance with the California Building Code, California Fire Code, California State Fire Marshal regulations, and
applicable NFPA standards and local ordinances.

- Provide technical advice to consultants, architects, engineers, contractors, developers, department officers and staff, and the Fire Marshal on the application or interpretation of fire safety codes/regulations, and on the resolution of fire safety issues found in the preliminary design of buildings.

- Analyze and evaluate proposals for alternate materials, methods of construction, and/or variances to fire safety codes and regulations.

- Conduct field inspections to ensure that the finished construction complies with approved plans.

The subject of the incumbent’s tasks will be focused on one or more of the following Sections of BFP areas: Building Life Safety Systems, Fire Suppression Systems, Fire Detection/Fire Alarm Systems, Hazardous Materials and Site Development.

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.

Plan Check Engineer

$9,028.93 - $11,523.20 monthly
$108,347.20 - $138,278.40 annually

Under general supervision of a department manager, performs plan examination to ensure compliance with building codes, applicable laws, State regulations, City ordinances, acceptable engineering practices, and nationally recognized standards; and assists permit processing and field inspectors in resolving code related problems.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:
The Plan Check Engineer is a journey level, non-exempt classification responsible for reviewing and checking building plans and building permit applications for residential, commercial, industrial, and public assembly construction.  Examining plans includes reviewing construction and site plans, and structural calculations, that are submitted by architects and contractors to ensure compliance with building standards codes and local ordinances.  It is differentiated from the next lower classification of Plans Examiner by the difficulty and complexity of work, the experience and certifications required of the position. This classification is a registered Architect, or Professional Engineer. Direction is provided by the Building Official or by the Community Development Director.

APPLICATION and SELECTION PROCESS:

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply on-line at www.morganhill.ca.gov and submit the following items:

• A completed City of Morgan Hill employment application
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Copy of Certificates (if applicable)

This is a continuous recruitment with periodic review of application packets. Only complete application packets will be reviewed. This posting can close at anytime

Please note that the Principal Civil Engineer Position in Construction has been filled.  The Senior Civil Engineer position in Construction is still vacant and we are currently accepting applications for that position. If you are interested in the Senior Civil Engineer position in Construction, please apply online at www.calopps.org.  

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