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Associate Management Analyst/

Management Analyst

The City of San Rafael is seeking a full-time Associate Management Analyst/Management Analyst to work within the City Manager’s Office.

This position is a single, flexibly staffed position and may be filled at any level in the management analyst series.  Depending upon the candidates experience and qualifications, the position may be filled at the Associate Management Analyst or Management Analyst level.    

Associate Management Analyst is the entry level classification in the Management Analyst series.  This class is designed for professional level, administrative positions performing complex, analytical work.  Incumbents receive general supervision while performing tasks of moderate difficulty.  This classification is designated as confidential and incumbents may become involved in activities associated with, or perform duties relating to, the collective bargaining process. 

Management Analyst is the journey level classification in the Management Analyst series.  This classification is designated confidential and is designed for professional level, administrative positions performing complex, analytical work and is expected to function independent of ongoing supervision. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include the following):

Associate Management Analyst:

• Plans, organizes, coordinates and implements day to day program assignments independently.
• Conducts research, collects data, and analyzes work procedures and policies; interprets data from various internal and external data sources to evaluate and make recommendations for improving the effectiveness of assigned programs.
• Analyzes federal and state laws and regulations as they relate to assigned programs and develops and implements changes as necessary based on this analysis.
• Develops program manuals, comprehensive reports, handouts, flyers, newsletters, and other documents for communicating program information.
• Serves as a department website content developer and reviewer and participates on the City’s technology team.
• Drafts and publishes authorized social media posts consistent with City messaging and responds to citizen inquiries on behalf of the Department.
• Plans and coordinates civic engagement events.
• Coordinates and participates in training of other personnel.
• Interacts with other city staff, city council, community representatives, and citizens regarding programs.
• Uses personal computer to type reports, memos, emails, etc., and to maintain statistical data.
• Performs related duties as required.

Management Analyst:

• Plans, organizes, coordinates and implements day to day program assignments independently. 
• Conducts research, and analyzes work procedures, policies, etc. to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of assigned programs.
• Analyzes federal and state laws and regulations as they relate to assigned programs and develops and implements changes as necessary based on this analysis.
• Develops program manuals, handouts, flyers, etc.
• Coordinates and participates in training of other personnel.
• Prepares comprehensive written reports regarding program activities.
• Interacts with other city staff, city council, community representatives, and citizens regarding programs.
• Uses personal computer to type reports, memos, etc., and to maintain statistical data.
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITY/SKILLS TO:

Associate Management Analyst:

• Knowledge of principles and practices associated with administration, organization, and management.
• Knowledge of research methods, techniques, statistical and other work measures.
• Knowledge of modern office software programs including but not limited to Microsoft word, Outlook and Excel.
• Knowledge of quality improvement processes and performance measurement techniques for public sector services and programs.
• Ability to work independently in the completion of assignments.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate data.
• Ability to prepare and present clear and concise reports, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to provide effective functional or project leadership.
• Ability to effectively plan, organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Management Analyst:

• Knowledge of principles and practices associated with administration, organization, and management.
• Knowledge of research methods, techniques, statistical and other work measures.
• Ability to work independently in the completion of assignments.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate data.
• Ability to prepare and present clear and concise reports, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to provide effective functional or project leadership.
• Ability to effectively plan, organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. 
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Associate Management Analyst:

• Bachelor’s degree in public/business administration, finance, accounting, public policy or related field.
• Responsible analytical experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Management Analyst:

• Bachelor’s degree in public/business administration or related field, AND
• Four years of experience in program administration.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid California driver’s license.

The physical demands described here are the 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 sit.  The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  Employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Vision abilities required include close vision 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 regularly works in indoor conditions and regularly works near video display.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

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 since this information will be used to determine who will be invited to participate in the next phase of the examination process.  The examination process may include any or all of the following:  Application appraisal, oral board examination, and written examination.  The passing point for the oral and/or written examination final score will be 70%.  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a background check, DMV check, pre-employment physical/drug screen, and fingerprinting.  To file an application, go to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “City of San Rafael”.  For more information on the City of San Rafael, go to www.cityofsanrafael.org.  Follow this link to submit your application: https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-19981945

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 no later than seven (7) calendar days before the test date.

FINAL FILING DATE:  We are accepting the first 100 qualified applications or closing at 5 pm, March 15, 2020. PERS retired annuitants are not eligible to apply.

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the temporary and part-time position of Recreation Aide in the Parks, Recreation, & Libraries Department. The normal work schedule will vary between 3 and 8 hours per day and may include evening and weekend work; and performs related work as required.  This position is limited to a maximum of 1,000 hours per fiscal year.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

THE CITY

The City of Roseville (COR) incorporates the following Core Competencies as part of the City’s culture:

• Focus on people: Develop and deliver service-oriented solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
• Build trust: Ensure honesty and integrity to gain confidence and support of others.
• Ensure accountability: Take responsibility for the outcomes of one’s own work and foster a sense of ownership in others.
• Communicate effectively: Deliver clear, concise messages and actively listen to ideas and questions.
• Collaborate inclusively:  Build effective working partnerships, alliances, and teams.
• Make quality decisions: Make sound, timely decisions and recommendations.
• Be adaptable/agile: Change approach or methods to best fit the situation and effectively balance competing priorities.

THE DEPARTMENT

The City of Roseville Parks, Recreation & Libraries Department incorporates our culture into our everyday interactions with our co-workers and our community.

• Take Pride - We’re proud of the services that we provide to our residents.
• Be Creative - We encourage an environment that allows for passion and innovation.
• Always Improving - We embrace change by fostering opportunities to learn, adapt and grow.
• Work As a Team -Teamwork makes us stronger, more efficient and adds value to our department.
• Make it Fun - We celebrate our co-workers, achievements and successes.

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of duties related to assisting in planning and conducting recreation programs and maintaining recreational facilities.

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

• Assist in support of recreation programs and activities such as games, special events, arts and crafts, drama and social and sports activities.
• Interact with and assist supervision of youth in games and activities and in proper use of playground apparatus.
• Maintain safety and positive behavior of participants.
• Prep food and assist with concessions.
• Promote and enforce safety procedures; render first aid and CPR, if certified, as required.
• Notify appropriate staff of any problems with regard to facility, children and parents.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Leading and organizing games and activities; techniques and principles of effective interpersonal communication.
• Principles and techniques of first aid and CPR.

Ability to:

• On a continuous basis, know and understand operations and observe safety rules; walk long distances; interpret policies and procedures and problem solve issues for the public and with staff; participate with children in games and sports activities that involve running, bending, squatting, jumping and reaching; lean, stoop and bend to set up or break down equipment.
• Intermittently set up booths, hang banners, move tables, chairs and carry supplies; lift or carry weight of 45 pounds or less.
• Understand and carry out written and oral directions.
• Communicate tactfully with customers.
• Work out doors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Respond to emergency situations in a calm and effective manner; administer first aid and CPR, if certified.
• Communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training

Experience:

None required.  Job Experience Training certification is desirable.

Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the ninth (9th) grade and fourteen (14) years of age by the beginning of summer programs.

License or Certificate

Possession of, or ability to obtain, CPR and First Aid certifications within six (6) months of hire.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1. Can you attend the following mandatory training dates: Summer Showdown on Saturday, May 30 and Site Training on Saturday, June 6 OR Saturday, June 13? (You only need to attend one of the Site Training dates)

• Yes
• No

2. What is the best thing about being a child (6-11 years old) going to a summer day camp program?
3. If you were hired, what do you think you would be doing this summer as a Recreation Aide for Roseville Parks & Recreation?
4. Who is one of your mentors/role models and why?
5. Will you have completed the ninth (9th) grade and reached fourteen (14) years of age by the beginning of summer programs?

• Yes
• No

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be screened by the Human Resources Department for minimum qualifications.  Qualifying applicants may be contacted by the Department to interview. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

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 
   

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The Chief will have responsibility for the overall operation of the Fire Department. Training, mentorship and departmental integration will be key priorities for this assignment. Will serve as Duty Chief on a rotating schedule with the Assistant Chiefs.

Additional responsibilities include: managing regional relationships with other fire entities, including local Fire Districts, and ensuring the City’s emergency preparedness status. Maintaining a close dialogue and relationship with the city management team, the department, and the community will be important attributes.                             

Exam Process:   A limited  number of candidates whose applications show that, among those competing, they are better qualified in terms of related training and experience will be invited to participate in the following search schedule:

Panel Interview (Technical & General) ………..….……………….…… April 23, 2020

Finalist(s)—Confidential, Closed Session, Council Interview ... April 30, 2020

Employment Processing: Those selected are subject to:

Extensive Background Check - Month of May 2020

Medical Exam & Drug Screen -  Month of June 2020

All in accordance with Federal law. 

Employee must provide proof of identity and legal right to work in the United States.

Veteran’s Preference Points: Veteran’s Preference points will be applied. A copy of the DD214 form must be filed at the time of application.

The City of Dixon is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / FEDERAL AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.

Reasonable Accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling (707) 678-7000 or TDD (707) 678-1489.

FINAL FILING DATE:                        Open Until Filled  First cut-off is Friday, March 13, 2020.

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the Regular and full-time position of Senior Electric Business Analyst in the Electric Department.  The current vacancy is in the Electric Technology Systems Division. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am –5:00 pm; a flex schedule may be available.

This position will be assigned to the Electric Technology Systems Division. This position will lead an internal group to serve as a liaison between Electric Department business operations and technology system development, implementation, and operation. Specifically, it will responsible for eliciting business and functional system requirements, business process change management, contract and vendor management, designing and managing internal data repositories, system configuration, customization, and testing.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

THE CITY

The City of Roseville (COR) incorporates the following Core Competencies as part of the City’s culture:

• Focus on people: Develop and deliver service-oriented solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
• Build trust: Ensure honesty and integrity to gain confidence and support of others.
• Ensure accountability: Take responsibility for the outcomes of one’s own work and foster a sense of ownership in others.
• Communicate effectively: Deliver clear, concise messages and actively listen to ideas and questions.
• Collaborate inclusively:  Build effective working partnerships, alliances, and teams.
• Make quality decisions: Make sound, timely decisions and recommendations.
• Be adaptable/agile: Change approach or methods to best fit the situation and effectively balance competing priorities.

DEFINITION

To organize, assign and review the work of assigned personnel engaged in the performance of complex professional analytical work in support of a variety of Electric Department projects and programs including financial and system data analysis; to perform duties requiring specialized knowledge; and to provide administrative support to assigned supervisor.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the advanced journey level in the Electric Business Analyst series.  Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, by the amount of time spent performing the duties, and by the nature of the public contact made.  Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series, including providing technical and functional supervision over assigned personnel and perform complex professional analytical work in support of internal and external customers.  Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned areas of responsibility.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

• Receives direction from an assigned supervisor.
• Exercises direct supervision over lower level professional and technical staff.

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

• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise and review the work of professional staff assigned to complex professional analytical duties in support of internal and external customer programs.
• Develop schedules and methods to accomplish assignments ensuring work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Participate in the selection of staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures.
• Participate in and review complex cost of service analysis and rate design studies in the development of retail rate options.
• Design, implement, modify, and manage complex databases used to input and extract data and prepare regular and custom reports; design, upgrade, and ensure successful migrations to and from various computer programs; update data and ensure maintenance of accurate data.
• Create statistical models for long-term load and revenue forecasting using specialized software; identify trends in market forces that impact energy use or demand; incorporate energy modeling techniques and new end-users that could impact energy delivery.
• Develop, modify and maintain models for forecasting revenue requirements and cost of services; assist in developing rate structures.
• Perform financial modeling and analysis to evaluate project economics; prepare statistical, feasibility and sensitivity analysis.
• Conduct market assessments, including evaluation of customer base and competitive forces in the market place, demand-side analysis and planning, power supply, risk assessment, and business planning.
• Perform project management, for the more complex projects, from inception to completion; plan, lead, organize, and control project deliverables, schedules, and budgets.
• Research and prepare recommendations regarding proposed legislation, regulatory changes, litigation, and current trends that affect the City’s rate design and implementation.
• Develop recommendations for new, or changes to existing programs or processes to improve efficiency and responsiveness.
• Ensure program compliance with Federal, State and local laws, rules and regulations.
• Intervene and/or support intervention during the development of legislation and regulations consistent with the interests of the City.
• Prepare reports to be used for in-house decision making and to meet regulatory requirements; make oral presentations of findings and conclusions.
• Participate in the selection and oversight of outside consultants.
• Participate in a variety of special projects.
• Perform the most difficult and complex work related to assigned area of responsibility.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of technical and functional supervision and training.
• Principles and practices of research and of quantitative analysis.
• Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluations.
• Principles of data management including database and spreadsheet application.
• Utility load and financial forecasting methodologies.
• Utility load and financial forecasting methodologies.
• Technical and economic characteristics of energy business.
• Project management methodologies.
• Pertinent local, State, and Federal codes, regulations, and laws, and electric utility industry standards.
• Principles of economics, accounting, financial planning, utility cost of service, and energy industry fundamentals.
• Pertinent regulatory reporting requirements.
• Technical report writing procedures and techniques.

Ability to:

• Provide technical and functional supervision over assigned staff; effectively train staff.
• Perform the most complex duties related to financial and system data analysis in support of Electric Department projects, programs and activities.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures.
• On a continuous basis, sit at desk for long periods of time; intermittently bend, squat, climb, kneel or twist while performing field work; intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; and lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less.
• Prepare a variety of technical, administrative and regulatory reports, documents and correspondence.
• Develop technical and financial models related to cost, rates and revenues.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

Two years of responsible journey level experience performing duties similar to an Electric Business Analyst II with the City of Roseville (performing complex professional analytical work in support of a variety of Electric Department projects and programs, in support of internal and external customers; conducting financial and system data analysis; and participating in the conduct of special studies in support of department business).

AND

Training:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with major course work in business administration, public administration, accounting, computer science, economics, mathematics or a related field.

License or Certificate:

Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1.  Your responses to questions 2-6, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula.  Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information.  This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience" section of this application.  Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored.  I understand and agree with the above instructions.

• Yes
• No

2.  Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones.

3.  How many years of experience do you have in utility data analysis?

• Less than 2 years
• 2-5 Years
• 5+ Years

4.  Please describe, in detail, your utility data analysis work experience. If you do not have any work experience in this area, please put N/A.

5.  How many years of experience do you have in utility technology project management?

• Less than 1 year
• 1-5 Years
• 5+ Years

6.  Please describe, in detail, your utility technology project management experience. If you do not have any work experience in this area, please put N/A.

7.  What methodology did you utilize to streamline the business requirements from different department/sections during a technology project? How did you achieve the common goals?

8.  The City of Roseville is adopting smart grid technologies such as AMI. The new technologies will generate massive amount of data. What is your experience of assisting business departments to structure the data in order to achieve their business objectives?

SELECTION PROCESS

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination.  The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.  Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List.  Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations.  Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

FINAL FILING DATE: Open Until Filled. The first cut-off for applications will be February 20, 2020.

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the Regular and Full-time position of Water Distribution Worker I in the Environmental Utilities Department. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

THE CITY

The City of Roseville (COR) incorporates the following CORe Competencies as part of the City’s culture:

• Focus on people: Develop and deliver service-oriented solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
• Build trust: Ensure honesty and integrity to gain confidence and support of others.
• Ensure accountability: Take responsibility for the outcomes of one’s own work and foster a sense of ownership in others.
• Communicate effectively: Deliver clear, concise messages and actively listen to ideas and questions.
• Collaborate inclusively:  Build effective working partnerships, alliances, and teams.
• Make quality decisions: Make sound, timely decisions and recommendations.
• Be adaptable/agile: Change approach or methods to best fit the situation and effectively balance competing priorities.

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of water distribution systems, systems facilities; and to operate light and moderately heavy power driven equipment.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the journey level class in the Water Distribution Worker series and is distinguished from the I level by the ability to perform the full range of duties assigned with only occasional instruction or assistance as unusual or unique situations arise.  Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

This class is distinguished from the Senior Water Distribution Worker in that the latter provides technical and functional supervision over assigned staff.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from a Water Supervisor as assigned, and receives technical and functional supervision from a Senior Water Distribution Worker.

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

• Excavate, inspect, flush, clean and repair water mains, lines and laterals; perform weed abatement as necessary to clear drains, channels, and ditches.
• Excavate concrete, pavement, and dirt and set up concrete forms as necessary, and backfill open trenches and complete surfaces “to-finish” as appropriate; remove and apply paint and other coatings to water facilities and equipment.
• Install, repair, upgrade and/or replace manholes, fire hydrants, valves, meters, and meter vaults; exercise valves according to preventive maintenance schedules and test water volume and pressure.
• Set up traffic control including signs and barricades, and direct traffic around work sites. 
• Operate a variety of equipment including large trucks and medium-sized construction equipment such as loaders, backhoes, trenching machines, and compressors, as well as pipe threaders, sand blasters, and concrete saws.
• Operate leak detection and pipe location equipment relative to excavation, tapping and repair of mains and lines; inspect and assess leaks.
• Repair and/or replace water meters and related mechanisms, including disassembly, cleaning, inspection, replacement and testing of parts; maintain related records; prepare water service for use including installation of water meters and backflow prevention devices.
• Read and interpret water system maps and blueprints, including Underground Service Alert marking and notification.
• Clean and maintain water holding tanks; maintain booster pump stations.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on tools, equipment, and vehicles used in the work and stock vehicles with adequate supply of tools and equipment needed to perform the work.
• Keep records related to work, materials, and maintenance activities, including confined space entry.
• May use a computer to enter and retrieve information related to work assignments and record-keeping.
• Notify customers of water main shutdowns.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Uses and purposes of general construction tools and equipment; safe work practices.
• Methods, techniques, tools, and operating characteristics of mechanical equipment used in the construction and maintenance of water systems facilities.

Ability to:

• Learn to perform unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in a variety of utility construction and maintenance activities; perform heavy manual labor.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules.  Intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember equipment location; and explain jobs to others.
• Intermittently, sit while studying or preparing reports; bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist when performing installation of equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift or carry weight of 40 pounds or less.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Be on-call evenings or week-ends; work unusual/prolonged work hours during emergencies or seasonally-caused circumstances.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Independently perform routine semi-skilled and skilled work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of water systems facilities.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

Two years of increasingly responsible experience performing field maintenance work similar to that of a Water Distribution Worker I with the City of Roseville. (To perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of water distribution systems, systems facilities; and to operate light and moderately heavy power driven equipment)

Training:

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.
• Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license with a Tanker Endorsement by date of appointment.
• Possession of a California Department of Public Health Water Distribution Operator Grade 2 (D2) certificate by date of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1. Your responses to questions 2-4, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula.  Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information.  This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience" section of this application.  Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored.  I understand and agree with the above instructions.

• Yes
• No

2. Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones.

3. How many years of experience do you have in the construction, maintenance and repair of water distribution systems?

• Less than 2 years
• 2-3 Years
• 3-4 Years
• 4-5 Years
• 5-6 Years
• 6+ Years

4. Do you currently possess or are in the process of obtaining a valid California Department of Public Health Water Distribution Operator Grade 2 (D2) certificate? If yes, please list the expiration date or estimated date of completion.

5. Do you currently possess or are in the process of obtaining a valid California Class A or B drivers license with a Tanker Endorsement? If yes, please list the type of license, the expiration date or estimated date of completion.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be screened by the Human Resources Department for minimum qualifications.  Qualifying applicants may be contacted by the Department to interview. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

FINAL FILING DATE: Open Until Filled. The first cut-off for applications will be February 20, 2020.

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the Regular and Full-time position of Water Distribution Worker I in the Environmental Utilities Department. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

THE CITY

The City of Roseville (COR) incorporates the following CORe Competencies as part of the City’s culture:

• Focus on people: Develop and deliver service-oriented solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
• Build trust: Ensure honesty and integrity to gain confidence and support of others.
• Ensure accountability: Take responsibility for the outcomes of one’s own work and foster a sense of ownership in others.
• Communicate effectively: Deliver clear, concise messages and actively listen to ideas and questions.
• Collaborate inclusively:  Build effective working partnerships, alliances, and teams.
• Make quality decisions: Make sound, timely decisions and recommendations.
• Be adaptable/agile: Change approach or methods to best fit the situation and effectively balance competing priorities.

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of water distribution systems, systems facilities; and to operate light and moderately heavy power driven equipment.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry level class in the Water Distribution Worker series.  Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience and work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks.  The Water Distribution Worker I class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level.  Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives immediate supervision from a Water Supervisor as assigned, and receives technical and functional supervision from a Senior Water Distribution Worker.

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

• Excavate, inspect, flush, clean and repair water mains, lines and laterals; perform weed abatement as necessary to clear drains, channels, and ditches.
• Excavate concrete, pavement, and dirt and set up concrete forms as necessary, and backfill open trenches and complete surfaces “to-finish” as appropriate; remove and apply paint and other coatings to water facilities and equipment.
• Install, repair, upgrade and/or replace manholes, fire hydrants, valves, meters, and meter vaults; exercise valves according to preventive maintenance schedules and test water volume and pressure.
• Set up traffic control including signs and barricades, and direct traffic around work sites. 
• Operate a variety of equipment including large trucks and medium-sized construction equipment such as loaders, backhoes, trenching machines, and compressors, as well as pipe threaders, sand blasters, and concrete saws.
• Operate leak detection and pipe location equipment relative to excavation, tapping and repair of mains and lines; inspect and assess leaks.
• Repair and/or replace water meters and related mechanisms, including disassembly, cleaning, inspection, replacement and testing of parts; maintain related records; prepare water service for use including installation of water meters and backflow prevention devices.
• Read and interpret water system maps and blueprints, including Underground Service Alert marking and notification.
• Clean and maintain water holding tanks; maintain booster pump stations.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on tools, equipment, and vehicles used in the work and stock vehicles with adequate supply of tools and equipment needed to perform the work.
• Keep records related to work, materials, and maintenance activities, including confined space entry.
• May use a computer to enter and retrieve information related to work assignments and record-keeping.
• Notify customers of water main shutdowns.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Uses and purposes of general construction tools and equipment; safe work practices.

Ability to:

• Learn to perform unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in a variety of utility construction and maintenance activities; perform heavy manual labor.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules.  Intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember equipment location; and explain jobs to others.
• Intermittently, sit while studying or preparing reports; bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist when performing installation of equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift or carry weight of 40 pounds or less.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Be on-call evenings or week-ends; work unusual/prolonged work hours during emergencies or seasonally-caused circumstances.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

No experience is required; some general maintenance and/or construction experience is preferred.

Training:

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.
• Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license with a Tanker Endorsement within twelve months of appointment.
• Possession of a California Department of Public Health Water Distribution Operator Grade 1 (D1) certificate within twelve months of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1. Your responses to questions 2-4, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula.  Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information.  This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience" section of this application.  Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored.  I understand and agree with the above instructions.

• Yes
• No

2. Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones.

3. How many years of experience do you have performing general maintenance and/or construction duties?

• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 Years
• 2-3 Years
• 3-4 Years
• 4+ Years

4. Please describe your general maintenance and/or construction experience, if any.

5. Do you currently possess a valid California Department of Public Health Water Distribution Operator Grade 1 (D1) certificate? If yes, please list the expiration date.

6. Select the option that describes your valid California Driver’s License.

• None of these
• Class B or higher
• Class C

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be screened by the Human Resources Department for minimum qualifications.  Qualifying applicants may be contacted by the Department to interview. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

JUNIOR ENGINEER OR ASSISTANT ENGINEER

Open to all interested persons

Salary:

Junior  Engineer $7048-$8643 per month

Assistant Engineer $8217-$9951 per month

Filing Deadline: 

Monday, March 16, 2020, by 4:30 p.m. for manual submissions; by 5:00 p.m. for online submissions

Position Description 

The District has one regular, full-time opening for either a Junior Engineer or an Assistant Engineer in the Planning Department of the Environmental & Engineering Services Division. The Junior Engineer position is the entry level into the professional engineering series, while the Assistant Engineer is assigned more responsible professional tasks with a greater degree of independence. Interested persons must submit a completed District application and Supplemental Questionnaire to the Human Resources Department.

Definition

Junior Engineer - Under general supervision, performs the less complex professional office and field work in the planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of water system facilities; and performs related work as required.

Assistant Engineer - Under direction, performs professional engineering work directly and indirectly related to the planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of water system facilities; and performs related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics 

Junior Engineer - This is the entry level into the professional engineering series. Individuals are assigned the more routine tasks under minimal supervision; tasks of greater difficulty are assigned for training purposes, and may include responsibility for inspection and administration of construction contracts, or assisting on a larger project.

Assistant Engineer - This class is distinguished from the class of Junior Engineer by the assignment of more responsible professional tasks and the relatively greater degree of independence with which such tasks are performed.  In addition, an incumbent of this class may be assigned to oversee a portion of the daily operation of the engineering office serving as the initial contact for the general public, vendors, private engineers, architects and developers.

Examples of Duties

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

Junior Engineer

• Assists in professional engineering work related to the preparation of plans and specifications for pipelines, pump stations, tanks, water treatment, and other water system facilities;
• May prepare or assist in the preparation of economic and engineering planning and/or design studies;
• Assists in the long range planning of pipelines, pump stations, tanks, water treatment, and other water system facilities;
• Make field measurements and gather information of District facilities;
• Perform calculations and analysis on a variety of water supply and production data;
• May perform monthly visual inspections and recording of dam instrumentation;
• May prepare or assist in the preparation of annual water rights reports;
• May assist and coordinate annual dam monitoring with state regulators and inspections of dams;
• May analyze and work with developers on pipeline extension requirements;
• Gathers, compiles and analyzes engineering and statistical data;
• May assist with the preparation of operational manuals and recommend procedures;
• May develop or assist in developing scopes of work for engineering services;
• May inspect contract construction for compliance with approved plans and specifications;
• Interprets and applies safety rules and regulations to work assignments;
• Works in conjunction with operations and maintenance personnel on the preventative maintenance program;
• May assist in conducting land surveys related to District facility installations and property transactions.

Assistant Engineer

• Performs professional engineering work related to the preparation of plans and specifications for pipelines, pump stations, tanks, water treatment system planning, and other water system facilities;
• Directs the inspection of and may inspect contract construction for compliance with approved plans and specifications;
• May prepare or assist in the preparation of economic and engineering planning and/or design studies;
• Assists in the long range planning of pipelines, pump stations, tanks, water treatment, and other water system facilities;
• May serve as project engineer on construction projects;
• Make field measurements and gather information of District facilities;
• May perform calculations and analysis on a variety of water supply and production data;
• May perform monthly visual inspections and recording of dam instrumentation;
• May prepare or assist in the preparation of annual water rights reports;
• May assist and coordinate annual dam monitoring with state regulators and inspections of dams;
• May analyze and work with developers on pipeline extension requirements;
• Gathers, compiles and analyzes engineering and statistical data;
• May prepare operational manuals and recommend procedures;
• May provide functional direction to subordinate staff;
• Interprets and applies safety rules and regulations to work assignments;
• May assist in conducting land surveys related to District facility installations and property transactions.

Qualifications

Junior Engineer

Knowledge of:

• Engineering principles, practices and methods applicable to the planning, design and construction of a variety of water system projects;
• design principles, strengths of materials, mechanical systems, and stress analysis required in planning District construction projects;
• engineering office procedures;
• specification and technical report writing and estimate preparations;
• proper spelling, grammar, punctuation and writing practices;
• construction practices and materials.

Ability to:

• Prepare accurate plans, specifications, cost estimates and engineering reports;

• Make accurate engineering computations and drawings;
• Maintain neat and organized records of work performed;
• Use a computer to perform various tasks such as spreadsheets, word processing, data base applications;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
• Understand and carry out written and oral instructions;
• Depending upon job assignment, drive a vehicle;
• Travel to alternative work locations and offsite meetings.

Training and Experience: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• A Bachelor's degree in an engineering curriculum which is accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET);

and

• California Engineer-in-Training Certificate (desired).

                             OR

• A Bachelor's degree in an engineering-related field;

and

• California Engineer-in-Training Certificate (required).

Assistant Engineer

Knowledge of:

• Engineering principles, practices and methods applicable to the planning, design, construction, operations and maintenance of a variety of water system projects;
• engineering office procedures;
• preparation of project budget and schedule information and materials;
• specification and technical report writing and estimate preparations;
• proper spelling, grammar, punctuation and writing practices;
• construction practices and materials.

Ability to:

• Prepare accurate plans, specifications, cost estimates and engineering reports;

• make accurate engineering computations and drawings;
• travel to off-site locations depending on assignment;
• maintain neat and organized records of work performed;
• use a computer to perform various tasks such as spreadsheets, word processing, database applications;
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
• understand and carry out written and oral instructions;
• depending upon job assignment, drive a vehicle;
• travel to alternative work locations and offsite meetings.

Training and Experience: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• A Bachelor’s degree in an engineering curriculum or related field. A degree accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) is desired.

• a California Engineer-in-Training Certificate; and,

• two years of engineering experience.

Other Requirements

      Per California Government Code, Title 1, Division 4, Chapter 8, Section 3100 “all public employees are hereby declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.”

Licenses And/Or Certifications

Depending upon assignment, possession of or the ability to obtain an appropriate California driver’s license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles and a satisfactory driving record.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

During the course of performing job duties the employee will need the mobility to work in a standard office setting, operate equipment, which may include office and/or field equipment, or specialized instruments or tools requiring repetitive arm/hand movement and/or the coordinated movement of more than one limb simultaneously; enter and retrieve data from personal computers and terminals via keyboards which is often performed while sitting for extended periods of time. The employee frequently stands, walks, bends at neck and waists, twists at neck and waist, uses simple and power grasping with both hands, uses fine manipulation of both hands and fingers, and may require use of the arms above the shoulder, climb or balance; stoop, kneel or crouch. While working in the field the employee may walk on uneven or un-level ground surfaces such as hills, slopes, ditches or trenches, on or in tanks, and may work at heights up to ten to twelve feet climbing ladders or stairs. The employee is occasionally required to lift and carry short distances objects such as reams of copier paper, office supplies, files, books, printed materials and other packages or equipment weighing up to 10 to 25 pounds. This position requires that the employee demonstrate adequate hearing and speech to converse in person and over the telephone, and vision to read printed materials and use a computer screen.

In order to drive, individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles and equipment safely.

The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate noise. The employee is exposed to outdoor temperature, humidity, wetness and dust. The position may require the ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.

To be successful in this job, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each of the listed duties. These duties are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required for the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and functions of the position. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be directed to the Human Resources Manager.

Application and Selection Process

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must submit the following information to the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline:

1. Properly completed District application.
2. Supplemental questionnaire responses. Applications received without completed supplemental questionnaire responses will not be considered.
3. California Engineer-in-Training Certificate (attach CA EIT, if attained). 
4. Cover letter and Resume.  Strongly recommended (see below).

A resume may be included but does not substitute for a completed application. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement in the selection process.  It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to show that he/she meets the minimum qualifications in this job announcement.

SPECIAL NOTE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS:

NOTE:  Please do NOT assume the recruiter or panel members know what you do and what experience you have. It is strongly recommended that you include a resume and clearly show that you meet the minimum qualifications. Do NOT put “see resume”. 

Screening decisions are based on the application materials submitted.  Personnel files, training records, etc. are NOT necessarily accessed and reviewed by Human Resources in determining which applicants will move forward in the process.

The examination process may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical test, and oral and/or final interviews. All applicants will be notified of the disposition of their application. Based upon information provided in the application documents, the applicants presenting the best job-related qualifications will be invited to continue in the process. An eligibility list may result from this examination process.

The selected candidate, upon acceptance of a conditional offer for District employment, will undergo a background and conducted by an outside agency and must take and pass a pre-employment/pre-duty medical exam and drug test.  Additionally, depending upon job duty assignments, the selected candidate may be required to submit an original California Department of Motor Vehicles driving history. Current employees are exempt from this requirement.

Do NOT submit the DMV driving history until requested to do so.

You may apply ONLINE through CALOPPS  or a manual application packet may also be obtained by calling 415-945-1434, or in person at MMWD/HR, 220 Nellen Avenue, Corte Madera, CA 94925.  The filing deadline time for in-person manual application and faxed application submissions is 4:30 p.m. on the filing deadline date.

If application materials are faxed, the originals of the submissions must be mailed and post marked by the filing deadline date indicated in the job posting. 

Online applications are strongly encouraged and will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the filing deadline date.