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FINAL DATE FOR FILING: March 26, 2019.

THE POSITION

Assistant Engineer is the entry and trainee level in the professional civil engineering series. Under immediate supervision, employees perform first level professional civil engineering field and office work while acting in a trainee capacity in connection with the planning, design, construction and maintenance of a wide variety of civil engineering projects.

Associate Engineer is the journey level job classification and Associate Civil Engineer is the registered journey level classification in the engineering series. At both levels, a high degree of technical expertise and some periodic lead responsibilities are required. Under general supervision, incumbents may perform a variety of professional engineering services in such areas as planning, design and construction inspection of roads, park trails, bridges, drainage, sanitary sewer systems, water supply, and other public works projects. Associate Civil Engineers may provide lead direction to other staff in completing projects of greater difficulty and complexity. Incumbents will be required to perform field work in support of the planning, the design and/or construction inspection of public works projects.

NOTE: Associate Civil Engineer differs from the Associate Engineer classification in that employees in the former must be registered as professional engineers in the State of California and may provide lead direction to other staff in completing projects of greater difficulty and complexity.

There are currently two vacancies in the following units:

Design and Construction
The Assistant/Associate/Associate Civil Engineer that would be assigned to the Design and Construction Section would perform AutoCAD/Civil3D work and work on Public Works infrastructure projects such as roads, drainage, retaining walls, bridges, sewer and other public works facilities including the planning, designing, preparation of construction bid documents and inspection of public works facilities.  This position may also involve the application and management of outside grants associated with Public Works facilities.

Roads Services Operations
The Assistant/Associate/Associate Civil Engineer that would be assigned to the Road Operations Section would design and manage traffic circulation improvement projects, review and comment on traffic studies and routinely deal with traffic engineering firms and the public on traffic engineering issues.  In addition, work may include managing consulting traffic engineering firms and performing in-house traffic modeling.

The ideal candidate for this position is:

• Technically knowledgeable and experienced in the principles and practices of civil engineering, and public works design, construction, and maintenance.
• An effective communicator, both orally and in writing; able to represent the County in meetings and presentations to various groups including community groups, regulatory and other governmental agencies, and the general public.
• Customer-focused and interpersonally effective in dealing with staff, engineers, contractors and the public, and in coordinating with law enforcement agencies, emergency responders and other agencies when necessary.
• Provide information to the public and other governmental agencies, in person or over the telephone, regarding County procedures and regulations, facility locations, plan requirements and property ownership, which may require the interpretation of policies and procedures.
• Perform development plan reviews and prepare plan review comments.
• Able to analyze and evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations and prepare effective technical staff reports.
• Accountable and able to schedule and carry through with assignments with independence.
• Experience in designing public works projects such as road improvements, drainage improvements, parks facilities, and sewers, is ideal with work experience using computer aided drafting software such as AutoCAD/Civil3D.
• Proficient in computer aided drafting and design software.

QUALIFICATIONS
Licensure/Certification: Candidates for Associate Civil Engineer must possess a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California at the time of hire. Candidates for Traffic Engineer must possess a valid Certificate of Registration as a Traffic Engineer in the State of California is required at the time of hire as or upon designation as Traffic Engineer. Some positions require possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent.

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

• Assistant Engineer: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering OR twenty-four semester units in civil engineering courses and three years of civil engineering experience in office, field or survey party work OR possession of an Engineer in Training Certificate.
• Associate Engineer: Two years of professional civil engineering experience which has included field and office work in the planning, design, construction and maintenance of a variety of civil engineering projects.
• Associate Civil Engineer: In addition to possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California at the time of hire, two years of professional civil engineering experience which has included field and office work in the planning, design, construction and maintenance of a variety of civil engineering projects.

Knowledge of: 

• Civil engineering practices and procedures including design and construction methods and techniques.
• Strength and properties and uses of materials and hydraulics.
• Civil engineering design and drafting principles.
• Project management principles and practices.
• Basic principles of supervision.
• Surveying methods.
• Methods, materials and equipment used in civil engineering projects.
• Methods, materials and equipment used in civil engineering construction work.
• Construction inspection techniques.
• Hydraulics and strength of materials.
• Principles of engineering as they apply to public works projects.
• Engineering mathematics and their application to engineering problems.

Skill/Ability to: 

• Perform engineering calculations and routine design work.
• Solve surveying problems.
• Prepare neat and accurate maps, drawings, notes and reports.
• Inspect civil engineering work in progress.
• Prepare clear, concise correspondence and reports.
• Comply with safety procedures.
• Supervise subordinate staff.
• Operate survey equipment.

Incumbents in positions designated as Traffic Engineer must also have:
 
Knowledge of:

• Current principles and practices of traffic engineering.
• Systems and computer programs used in transportation analyses.
• Traffic control devices including system design, installation and equipment and operation.
• Federal, state and local traffic engineering laws and ordinances.
• Contract preparation, selection, and administration.
• Grant application process.

 
Skill/Ability to:

• Apply civil engineering principles related to transportation projects.
• Create traffic models for in-house projects and review and approve models from consultants.
• Conduct traffic impact analysis for road projects and approve projects affecting county roadway.
• Review transportation studies, perform investigations and submit recommendations regarding installations of traffic control devices and control measures.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION
Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: Pass/Fail). A screening committee will select those applicants whose training, experience and responses to the questions on the employment application and supplemental questionnaire appear to best meet the needs of the position and invite them to interview. Because of this process, all applicants meeting the minimum requirements are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the recruitment process. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%) which may include a written or performance exercise. Depending on the number of applications, an application appraisal of training and experience may be used in place of examinations. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and all applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position are accepted online only. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click on the "Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Application Deadline:  March 26, 2019
Application Screening:  April 9, 2019
Panel Interviews:  April 24 and/or 25, 2019
 

ABOUT US

Fremont is a well-managed innovative city located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley. Fremont prides itself on green technology, a low crime rate, great schools and parks, open space, a low unemployment rate, and an incredibly diverse population of 235,000 residents. As a full-service city, Fremont employs 936 regular employees and has a General Fund budget of $205 million dollars.

The City Attorney’s Office in Fremont provides legal advice to all City Departments, the City Council and all Boards and Commissions. In addition, the City Attorney’s Office provides risk management services through the Risk Management Division. The Legal Office is staffed by the City Attorney, the Assistant City Attorney,  two Senior Deputy City Attorneys, a Law Office Supervisor, and a Paralegal, with the Risk Management Division staff represented by the Risk Manager, Risk Management Technician, and Safety Coordinator.   Our staff finds their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly they enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.  
      
ABOUT THE POSITION

The City of Fremont is seeking to add an exceptional attorney to its City Attorney’s office. We anticipate filling our current opening at the Senior Deputy City Attorney level.  However, based on the qualifications of the applicant pool, the position may be filled at the Deputy City Attorney or the Senior Deputy City Attorney level.  The City Attorney’s Office consists of five attorneys who work collaboratively together to provide legal advice and opinions to the City Council, City Boards and Commissions, Department Heads and staff.   

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

- Consult with and provide legal advice to staff in various departments of the City including Community Development (Planning, Housing, Code Enforcement and Building Inspection), Public Works (Engineering and Maintenance), Community Services (Recreation, Parks and Fremont Resource Center), Police, Fire, Finance and Human Resources. It is anticipated that the new attorney will work primarily with the Planning Division on land use, planning, housing and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) issues while also representing other client departments
- Review staff reports and advise staff on complex and controversial legal matters
- Draft ordinances, resolutions, contracts, deeds, leases and other legal documents and instruments
- Represent the City at various City Council,  board and commission meetings and community meetings
- Handle litigation in civil and some criminal matters in both state and federal court and in  administrative proceedings

Examples Of Duties

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

• Classify, identify and verify fingerprints.
• Maintain fingerprint, photograph and identification files.
• Search files for a wide variety of police information including prior records, case histories and aliases.
• Search California Identification (CAL ID) data base through the Department of Justice Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS).
• Answer correspondence requesting arrest information or disposition of cases.
• Issue letters establishing identification based on fingerprint analysis.
• Compile requirements of the state criminal justice system.
• Appear in court as an expert witness in fingerprint identification and classification.
• Process fingerprints with proper interpretation of vehicle and penal codes.
• Use computer to retrieve, type and update information in the automated booking system.
• Fingerprint using digital devices.
• Provide off hours services as required.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Two and a half percent (2.5%) increase to base salary effective with the last pay period in April 2019

The City of Salinas Public Library is looking for a part-time, benefited Literacy Specialist with a passion for building community and nurturing lifelong learning through adult literacy programs, supported by a dynamic group of volunteers and staff. Be part of a team helping adults and their families gain literacy skills and the confidence to use them through the efforts of volunteers that you recruit, train and support.

Under the supervision of the Adult Services Senior Librarian, the Literacy Specialist will be responsible for helping support a variety of adult and family literacy programs. One area of focus will include expanding the training for new volunteers in the Adult Literacy Program as well as the professional development opportunities and support for current Adult Literacy volunteers. The Literacy Specialist will help identify resources and materials for use by volunteers in teaching, tutoring and assisting with Learners and classes, and more.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: All applicants must provide a copy of diploma or transcripts at the time of application or submit to the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing date. Applications are incomplete without the required document. This position is grant-funded and contingent on renewal of the award.

Summary of Duties: Under general supervision, assists with the implementation and coordination of literacy services for children, adults and families for the Library and Community Services Department, with a strong emphasis on providing public services.

Distinguishing Characteristics: Receives general supervision from the Community Education Manager or designee.  May exercise supervision over lower level department staff and volunteers.

Examples of ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

(These functions are representative and may not be presented in all positions in the class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind related duties and work assignments.)

1. Assists a Senior Librarian with the implementation of Literacy programs. 
2. Gathers, organizes and evaluates data related to literacy programs and projects and prepares reports as needed.
3. Assists with the development of Literacy training and program materials; helps with training tutors in a variety of  literacy methodologies.
4. Performs tutoring functions and instruction in reading, homework assistance, and basic computer use of specialized literacy software. 
5. Develops and maintains good working relationships with other community literacy providers and organizations. 
6. Works as a member of the fundraising team, helping to maintain and increase income from the local community through successful and innovative campaigns and events.
7. Maintains accurate records on program participants and/or learners and tutors. 
8. Assists with outreach and promotion of programs, including tutor and volunteer recruitment.
9. May initiate program purchases related to program implementation. 
10. May perform duties related to the implementation of special grant funded Literacy programs. 
11. May perform duties related to Literacy Clerk, Assistant, and Library Clerk. 
12. Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge of:

• Principles, techniques, practices, methods and materials for reading literacy, tutoring assistance, and computer literacy. 
• Current literacy policies and trends. 
• Principles of volunteer recruitment, training and management.
• Principles and practice of program planning, coordination and implementation. 
• Microsoft Office programs and internet research skills. 
• Policies, procedures, and functions of the library system, including Literacy Services is desirable. 

Skill and Ability to:

• Coordinate and facilitate literacy programs. 
• Collect and analyze program data and organize program information. 
• Teach tutoring techniques to others and assess effectiveness of the tutoring process.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Perform library clerical tasks and become familiar with departmental procedures.
• Use standard office and library equipment. 
• Make routine mathematical calculations. 
• Deal courteously and tactfully with the public and/or Literacy and Library staff. 
• Operate motor vehicles. 
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with others. 
• Effectively organize workload.
• Operate a personal computer with proficiency using word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Utilize internet and social media websites.
• Judgement necessary to obey all applicable laws and make sound decisions while operating motor vehicle.
• Bilingual skills (Spanish) highly desirable.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in, education, social or human services or related field.

Experience: One year of paraprofessional library and/or public experience preferably working in a literacy program or other related program.

Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.  Employee will be required to use a City vehicle(s) for business use.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Physical, mental and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position; manual dexterity sufficient to write, use telephone, business machines and related equipment; vision sufficient to read printed materials and distinguish colors; and safely operate a motor vehicle; hearing sufficient to conduct in person and telephone conversations; speaking ability in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in a normal conversational distance, on the telephone and in addressing groups; physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, climb and reach overhead; physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment, physical strength to lift up to 25 lbs.; may occasionally lift up to 40 pounds of library materials; physical stamina sufficient to sit for prolonged periods of time; mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions.

Business office working environment subject to standing at the public service counter for long periods of time, bending, crouching, or kneeling at files, occasionally moving boxes of materials from one site to another, reaching in all directions and occasional periods of time working at a computer terminal.

SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants’ qualifications will be evaluated based on the information provided on the employment application. The exam process may consist of an application appraisal or oral interview with a supplemental questionnaire and/or written exam. The City reserves the right to use alternate testing procedures if deemed necessary. CITY COMMUNICATION REGARDING THE SELECTION PROCESS WILL BE VIA E-MAIL. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE ACCESS TO THE E-MAIL ON YOUR APPLICATION. Finalist interview/assessment will be held with the City of Salinas. 

The City of Salinas does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor.  The City of Salinas makes reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability.  Individuals requiring any accommodation in order to participate in the testing process must inform the Human Resources Director in writing no later than the final filing date stated in this job announcement.  Requests for accommodation should include an explanation of the type and extent of accommodations needed to participate in the selection process and/or to perform the duties of the job for which they have applied. EEO Utilization Report is available for candidate review upon request.

SALARY STEPS: Appointments are normally made at the first step.  Consideration is given for increase to the second step after successful completion of a six-month probationary period.  (Employees appointed at a higher step will be eligible for consideration for the next step after one year, providing they successfully complete a six-month probationary period). 3/11/19 pp

Date Posted:            March 6, 2019

Classification:          CREDENTIALS ANALYST
                                   Open and Promotional recruitment

Work Schedule:       8 hours per day (8:00AM – 5:00PM);
                                   5 days per week (Monday – Friday);
                                 12 months per year

Salary Range:          Step A               Step B               Step C               Step D               Step E
(monthly)               starting               6 mos             18 mos              30 mos             42 mos
                                 $4,654               $4,885              $5,130               $5,387              $5,656

Benefits:  Total Compensation Package:  Placement on salary schedule.  If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $975.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis.  If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $275.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  A vision plan (VSP) is also available.  Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

Current Vacancy:     Office of the Superintendent;
                                    Human Resources/Teacher and Administrator Development Department;
                                   101 Twin Dolphin Drive; Redwood City, CA  94065

Application Deadline:          Friday, March 29, 2019     (application and supplemental application must be received online, or in the Personnel Office by 5:00PM)

Job Summary:  Under the direction of the Director, Human Resources, perform a variety of technical duties involved in monitoring, processing, and analyzing a variety of documents and information to assure certificated personnel hold valid and appropriate credentials; provide consultation to certificated staff, applicants, school districts, and others concerning credential eligibility, requirements, and procedures; prepare and maintain related manual and automated records and reports.

Essential Job Functions:              

• Perform a variety of technical duties involved in monitoring, processing, and analyzing a variety of documents and information to assure certificated personnel hold valid and appropriate credentials; assist in assuring credentialing activities comply with established guidelines, standards, requirements, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Assure teachers and other certificated employees hold proper credentials; assist with and assure proper placement and assignments of certificated staff; monitor expiration date of credentials and assure employees meet current requirements for renewal; notify certificated staff of credential expiration dates and certification issues and problems; arrange renewal appointments
• Review, evaluate, and process credential applications; verify and evaluate applications and related transcripts, records, and documents to determine eligibility for credentials according to established requirements; request additional documentation and follow up on credentials as needed
• Provide consultation to certificated staff, applicants, school districts, and others concerning credential eligibility, applications, requirements, and procedures; respond to inquiries and provide technical information concerning related standards, practices, time lines, policies, laws, and regulations; resolve credential issues and problems in a proper and timely manner
• Assist staff with obtaining and renewing credentials and changing credential status; monitor and keep staff current concerning progress towards meeting credential requirements; notify individuals of required course work and tests to obtain or clear credential and provide related materials
• Maintain current knowledge of State credential requirements, legislation, laws, regulations, policies and procedures; research and evaluate related manuals, informational guides and information as needed
• Receive and process credentials, permits, and rejection letters from the State; input and process related information and generate and distribute Temporary County Certificates (TCCs), permits, and credentials to appropriate school districts and personnel; provide signature for TCCs
• Input and update credential, application, employee and related data and information in an assigned computer system; establish and maintain automated records and files; initiate queries and assist in the generation of variety of computerized reports and documents; assure accuracy of input and output data
• Prepare and maintain a variety of records, reports and files related to credentials, applications, status, certificated personnel, permits, waivers, errors, rejections, paychecks, issues, problems, clearances, Temporary County Certificates (TCCs), correspondence, applicants and assigned activities
• Communicate with staff, faculty, administrators, school districts, governmental organizations, outside agencies and the public to exchange information, coordinate activities and resolve issues or concerns
• Attend and participate in various meetings, conferences and workshops as assigned
• Compose and distribute a variety of correspondence related to credentialing and assigned activities; duplicate and distribute materials as needed
• Participate in a variety of other assigned activities such as assembling credential application packets, performing back-up receptionist duties and delivering presentations concerning State credentialing
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a copier, fax machine, computer and assigned software

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

EDUCATION:  Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field

EXPERIENCE:  One (1) year of human resources experience including work with certificated personnel or credential-related functions

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:     

• Knowledge of State credential requirements and procedures
• Knowledge of principles, techniques, procedures, and terminology involved in the credentialing of certificated personnel
• Ability to perform a variety of technical duties involved in monitoring, processing and analyzing a variety of documents and information to assure certificated personnel hold valid and appropriate credentials
• Ability to verify and evaluate transcripts, records, and applications to determine eligibility for credentials
• Ability to provide consultation to certificated staff, applicants, school districts, and others concerning credential eligibility, requirements, and procedures
• Ability to assist staff with obtaining and renewing credentials and changing credential status
• Ability to receive and process credentials, permits, and rejection letters from the State
• Knowledge of operations, policies and objectives relating to certificated staff
• Knowledge of practices and procedures related to certificated personnel
• Ability to assist with and assure proper placement and assignments of certificated staff
• Knowledge of current laws, codes, regulations, policies, and rules related to credentialing
• Ability to interpret, apply and explain laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Knowledge of record-keeping and report preparation techniques
• Ability to prepare and maintain a variety of records, reports and files
• Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Knowledge of oral and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment
• Ability to operate standard office equipment including a computer and assigned software
• Knowledge of operation of a computer and assigned software
• Ability to utilize a computer to input data, maintain automated records, and generate computerized reports
• Ability to work independently with little direction
• Ability to determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines
• Ability to meet schedules and time lines

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

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

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

1.  A review of application materials, including supplemental questionnaire, for education, training, experience, completeness, and accuracy
2.  A written examination (anticipated date- April 9, 2019)
3.  An oral board examination (anticipated date- April 18, 2019)

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

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

Personnel Commission

101 Twin Dolphin Drive

Redwood City, CA  94065

650-802-5300

classifiedjobs@smcoe.org

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

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

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

To view the full announcement for this exciting opportunity, please visit the City of San José’s employment page by clicking on the link below.

Then click on the “Management Recruitments” link. 

City of San José Employment Page