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The Department is currently recruiting Engineer positions of different disciplines (including Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical) and may be assigned to work in the following areas:

Transportation and Hydraulic Services Division

The Transportation and Hydraulics Services Division is responsible for the design, construction, and master plan of bridges, culverts, streets, sidewalks, storm and sanitary sewers, pump stations, streetlights, landscape and hardscape improvements, traffic signals, and supports construction and engineering, upgrade and revitalization of the San Jose-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility. In addition, this division provides general engineering plan review for general projects and electrical engineering review for projects constructed by private developers.

Engineering Services Division

The Engineering Services Division is comprised of four sections: Construction Management Services, Structural Engineering and Code Inspection, Material Testing Laboratory, and Survey.  This division provides technical support services to City Capital Improvement Programs and Projects, development/utility permit projects, and other citywide customers.

Developmental Services Division

The Development Services Division provides development plan review and construction of City infrastructure in conjunction with the private development process, administers permits for work within City’s streets, and provides utilities services.

City Facilities Architectural Services Division

CFAS Division has the primary responsibility for the delivery of capital improvements projects on City properties and provides design and construction services for public buildings, landscape improvements, and capital maintenance projects, including recreational facilities, parks, trails, libraries, public safety facilities, and various cultural facilities.

The ideal candidate will possess a high level of professionalism, excellent customer service skills, and supreme work ethic. The position requires excellent judgement, initiative, perseverance, integrity, organizational skills, flexibility, and written and verbal communication skills. Under the direction of an Associate Engineer, these candidates will perform the key responsibilities (but are not limited to) listed below:

Key Responsibilities (Dependent upon the position/discipline for which they may be selected.)

• Develop, review, and interpret plans and specifications for conformance to established standards for major City projects 
• Prepare resource and/or cost estimates
• Perform field investigation
• Prepare and administer consultant agreements
• Supervise, schedule, assign and direct activities for Inspectors and/or Engineering Technicians, Student Interns, and Engineering Trainees
• Review and make recommendations concerning proposed projects and resolve disputes between contractors, inspectors, developers, utilities, and consultants
• Work collaboratively in a group or team environment and communicate clearly and effectively
• Prepare a variety of correspondences and reports
• Utilize various computer programs to analyze data and produce presentations
• Generate and maintain project information in the City's database system
• Ability to perform CAD drafting using AutoCAD or MicroStation
• Review storm pump station circuit and motor control diagrams
• Review engineering to support pump station upgrades, force mains and miscellaneous structures
• Review designs, improvement plans, estimates, specifications, and contract documents for capital improvements projects
• Assists in CEQA and other permits process
• Process invoices/pay letters, change orders and submittals
• Performs complex calculations and data management tasks using MS Excel
• Coordinates with contractors and/or other City departments to plan and develop City projects
• Performs a range of work in the field of design, project management or construction project management
• Assists in the revision of City of San Jose standard plans and specifications as needed
• Interacts, coordinates, and provides customer service to engineers, inspectors, consultants, contractors, local agencies, citizen groups, general public, and other City Departments
• Use EADOC construction management software for managing the documentation of capital improvement projects

 
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

The Associate Engineer classification is the third level of the engineering series and typically requires minimal supervision in the design, review, and management of projects. Incumbents of this class are typically supervised and provided lead direction and training by a Senior Engineer.
 
The Public Works Department is recruiting to fill Associate Engineering positions in the Transportation and Hydraulic Services Division (THS), Electrical Section.  THS is responsible for the design and construction of bridges, culverts, streets, sidewalks, storm and sanitary sewers, pump stations, streetlights, landscape and hardscape improvements, traffic signals, and supports construction and engineering, upgrade and revitalization of the San Jose-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility.
 
The ideal candidate will possess a high level of professionalism, excellent customer service skills, and a supreme work ethic. These positions require excellent judgment, initiative, perseverance, integrity, organizational skills, flexibility and written and verbal communications skills. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares and/or reviews designs, improvement plans, estimates, specifications, and contract documents for capital improvement projects, private development projects or other engineering related projects that are prepared by subordinates and/or consultants engaged by the City or by private developers.
• Reviews and responds to Request for Information memos (RFIs) and submittals, negotiate change orders and review pay applications.
• Manages projects, i.e., oversees, controls, and guides the project.
• Negotiates, prepares and manages consultant agreements and/or construction contracts.
• Supervises staff by prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff is trained; making hiring, termination and disciplinary recommendations.
• Supervises the collection and analysis of field data and prepares recommendations.
• Responsible for interfacing with the public, consultants, contractors, other City departments/sections, and other agencies, and is responsible for timely response to the stakeholders' requests and concerns on projects.
• Coordinates with construction inspectors and attends field meetings to resolve problems arising in the field during the construction of a public improvement project.
• Prepares clearly written and effective reports and Council Memos.
• Tracks and manages project costs using appropriate tools and resources.
• Responsible for permitting, managing, and designing capital projects.

 
Additional responsibilities specific to the Transportation and Hydraulics Services (THS) Electrical Section positions:

Associate Engineer (Electrical – Street Lighting Team):

• Performs street lighting and area lighting analysis conforming to the recommendations set forth by the Illumination Engineering Society (IES) and the City’s lighting guidelines.
• Performs electrical engineering analysis and design conforming to the National Electric Code requirements and other related local and state standards.
• Implements and coordinates design guidelines in reviewing small cell tower permit plans. 

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment

For more information and to apply, please visit:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Cupertino

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit is seeking a customer focused, self-motivated, organized and detail-oriented person to join our staff as an Administrative Assistant. 

This position will be assigned to the Front Desk Reception at the SMART Administrative Office located in Petaluma. The Administrative Assistant will provide clerical and administrative support to division management and provide customer service to the public, including Clipper sales. This position provides information to the public via the phone and in person regarding SMART's fares, services and schedules. Candidates should have knowledge of standard office practices and procedures including filing and retrieval systems, correspondence formats and the operation of standard office equipment. Knowledge of computer operation and standard office software packages required. Must have the ability to produce a variety of material to include graphs, charts, reports and standardized forms.

Under general supervision, the position will perform administrative and/or technical functions and provide office assistance in support of administrative and business functions; performs related work as assigned. While the primary work is administrative in nature, positions in this class apply knowledge of District policies and procedures to the work of the assigned department. Incumbents assist the professional level staff with assignments and projects in support of the overall goals and activities of the department.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Hours are Monday - Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm. 

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by, and minimum requirements required of, employees in the class.  Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.  SMART reserves the right to determine and amend job responsibilities.

• Assists staff in a variety of professional and administrative duties.
• Provides independent administrative work to support business operations.
• Processes appropriate paperwork/forms related to services.
• Answers phones and routes calls as applicable.
• Sets up and maintains financial, statistical and operational records.
• Maintains inventory and office supplies; prepares purchase orders.
• Assists with meeting and event planning and implementation.
• Conducts Internet research as requested.
• Organizes and maintains various files; types correspondence, reports and forms from drafts, notes or briefs
• Routes outgoing materials.
• Inputs information into on-line computer systems; operates standard office equipment.
• Creates and maintains various electronic databases.
• Provides standardized response to public emails.
• Data entry.
• Uses specialized knowledge to respond to inquiries received from vendors, customers, and other department personnel.
• Monitors office processes/activities; processes financial, personnel and payroll transactions requiring qualitative or technical review.
• Prepares written and statistical reports as requested.
• Operates modern office equipment.
• Uses specialized software to create reports, drawings, maps, forms, etc. for assigned department, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Performs other related work as required by the assigned department.

A thorough background check will be required including but not limited to current and past employers, personal references and education verification. A credit report will be required for positions covered under Labor Code 1024.5. A pre-employment physical including a urinalysis drug screen will be required.

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit is an equal opportunity employer.

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FINAL FILING DATE:                        We are accepting applications until closing at 5:00 pm, March 5, 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 seasonal, temporary and part-time position of College Intern in the Power Engineering Division of the Electric Department. This position is limited to no more than 40 hours per week for a maximum of 5 months and no more than 1000 hours per fiscal year. The length of the Internship will be June 2020 to August 2020 with a work schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

This position will be assigned to the Power Engineering Division, which is responsible for all aspects of engineering work related to operating and maintaining the Roseville Electric Utility system.  This includes functions such as substation design, protection and controls, distribution operations and planning, sub-transmission operations and planning, and asset management. The selected candidate will be assigned meaningful projects in the aforementioned areas. Roseville Electric Utility serves more than 59,000 customers with a peak demand of approximately 355MW and also owns and operates over 200MW of generation facilities.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of administrative, technical and general support staff duties for assigned department or division.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a temporary part-time, training classification in which students with current enrollment in college with course work related to the area assigned can gain experience in assisting city staff in the performance of professional administrative or technical duties.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from higher level staff as assigned.

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

• Collect, summarize and analyze information and statistics on existing programs and services.
• Participate in organizational and procedural studies and the preparation of reports and manuals.
• Maintain applicable records and files, as assigned.
• Conduct surveys and perform research and statistical analyses regarding municipal policies, procedures and services.
• Participate in the design of forms and the implementation of systems.
• Perform related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Effective methods of making oral and written reports and presentations.
• Research techniques, methods and procedures.

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.              
• Work cooperatively and effectively with co-workers, other departments, outside agencies, and the general public.
• Understand and apply policies, laws and rules; learn and apply pertinent federal, state and local law codes and regulations.
• Exhibit proficiency in use of modern office methods and enter and revise information on computer databases; demonstrate proficiency in computer word processing; type at a speed necessary to successfully perform duties.
• On a continuous basis, learn and understand all aspects of the job and department procedures; sit at desk or in meetings for long periods of time; review work papers and reports; identify and interpret technical and numerical information.
• On a continuous basis, twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and operate a variety of office equipment; use personal computer.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

None required.

AND

Training:

Equivalent to the completion the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree.   Current enrollment in six or more units towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Public Administration, Business Administration or a field related to area of assignment. The current assignment is in Power Engineering. Coursework towards a degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis is power systems is desirable.

License or Certificate:

Based on the needs of the department, some positions may require possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

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

2. Are you, at a minimum, entering your junior year of classes in the fall of 2018?  Please identify how many units you have completed and what type (i.e. quarter or semester units).

3. What is your current major and specific area of study?

4. Please list any/all Electrical Engineering coursework you have completed.  Identify course code and title.

5. What would you like to learn from an internship with the Electric Engineering group?

6. What knowledge and skills do you possess that would make you a valuable intern with the Electric Engineering group?

7. Please include a copy of your school schedule to your application that demonstrates that you are currently enrolled in at least 6 or more qualifying units.

Benefits of Internship

The intern can expect to be engaged in actual power engineering work. This work may include assisting in system studies, planning, protection design or line/substation design work. The intern can expect to learn the day-to-day experiences and responsibilities of an engineer working at a municipal electric utility. The intern will also be able to gain some useful knowledge regarding what utilities are looking for when hiring engineers for full-time positions.

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 City of Belmont Public Works Department is recruiting for the position of Associate Civil Engineer.

Recruitment will close by Friday, February 14, 2020 @ 5 p.m. or upon receipt of the first 50 applications and supplemental questionnaires, whichever occurs first.

The Associate Civil Engineer performs a variety of complex engineering work for design and management of public works projects and oversight of private development and permitted construction, prepares a variety of engineering documents, drawings and specifications, and performs a variety of professional public works and engineering tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.  The current vacancy is in Land Development.

This is the full journey level class within the professional Civil Engineer series.  Employees within this class are distinguished from the Assistant Civil Engineer by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Assistant Civil Engineer level, or when filled from the outside, have prior experience. This class is distinguished from the Senior Civil Engineer in that the latter performs the most difficult and responsible duties assigned to the classification including management of the most complex engineering projects or exercising lead direction over lower level staff.

The responsibilities and duties of the Associate Civil Engineer may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform a variety of engineering duties in support of capital improvement projects including road construction, storm drains, sewers, traffic systems and related construction projects.
• Perform design and engineering studies for capital improvement projects; including the preparation of project plans, drawing specifications, cost estimates and project schedules.
• Preparation of Request for Proposals, including scope of work for a variety of engineering projects and studies.  Management of engineering consultant procurement process and oversight of engineering consultants.
• Manage advertisement and award of construction projects including the review of contract bids and proposals; management of construction contracts including participating in the review of contractor work activities; ensures contract compliance with contractual obligations, prepares and reviews change orders and manages contract close out and acceptance.
• Coordinate projects and assignments with businesses, utilities, special districts, and other City departments. Respond to complaints and assists in solving problems related to City projects and policies; provides information to property owners, contractors, engineers, consultants, and the general public on conformance to standards, plans, specifications, and costs.
• Conduct field inspections of capital projects during construction; ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations; provides resolutions to construction problems.
• Perform a variety of engineering calculations and computation; prepare project cost analyses.
• Review and provide plan check comments for private development applications and building, grading, and encroachment permits in accordance with City codes, ordinances, and policies. Review of required studies and coordinates with consultants to provide peer review of special studies.
• Exercise professional engineering judgment in accordance with current accepted practice of civil engineering and appropriate laws and codes.
• Maintain a variety of public works department and engineering division program and project files and records.

To review the complete job description, visit www.belmont.gov

FINAL FILING DATE: We are accepting applications until closing at 5 pm, February 11, 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 Business Systems Analyst II in the Information Technology Department.  The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 –5 pm; a flex schedule may be available.

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 professional level work in the analysis, design, programming, testing, installation and maintenance of business applications systems and databases.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the journey level class within the Business Systems Analyst series and is distinguished from the I level by the assignment of the full range of duties.  Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new, unusual or unique situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit.  Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

This class is distinguished from the Senior Business Systems Analyst in that latter performs the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series including assigned responsibilities for major project and program areas and exercising technical and functional supervision.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

• Receives direction from an Information Technology Program Manager.
• May exercise technical and functional supervision over lower level professional, technical and administrative support personnel.

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

• Perform analytical and technical work through enterprise systems that support assigned City business applications.
• Conduct business analysis; evaluate business processes; determine business needs; identify requirements; and develop business plan analysis.
• Provide and/or ensure follow up on trouble calls and tickets; correspond with or meet customers and vendors as needed to understand and resolve concerns.
• Analyze data and information trends to support system capacity/performance planning or diagnose issues related to assigned systems; compile and prepare reports and documentation on analysis findings.
• Perform installation and configuration duties and related data migration, conversion, and maintenance and extraction work; implement and maintain databases, database tables and database objects; develop database scripts as needed for assigned systems.
• Perform configuration, testing and troubleshooting for network/communications devices and/or interfaces that support assigned systems.
• Provide project management; develop project plans and detailed project objectives; develop and guide project timelines; assess and manage risks; manage issues; develop and manage project budgets.
• Coordinate implementation of the system software, including conversion of data to new systems; work with application support personnel to resolve system problems.
• Assist departments in defining requirements for proposed business applications; review, analyze and evaluate business applications and user needs; translate business objectives into application requirements.
• Develop and participate in the development of Requests for Proposal, Quote, or Information; participate in the selection; and assist with the oversight of consultants and vendors.
• Perform reporting, testing and general maintenance of enterprise systems and identify alternative methods for better operation and use.
• Research, plan, install, configure and test new application systems and interfaces; maintain and upgrade existing application systems and interfaces; apply software updates to servers and schedule periodic server cycling
• Analyze and resolve technology related problems; resolve compatibility problems and troubleshoot system software, hardware and communication problems.
• Prepare and maintain documentation for each application; design backup procedures; and analyze problems with existing applications.
• Work closely with assigned City departments and divisions to understand and identify user computer system and equipment needs; analyze and evaluate present or proposed business procedures or problems to define enterprise application needs
• Create, record, and maintain user access and security; provide training to users regarding computer equipment and operating procedures.
• Monitor automated system processes; monitor logs and files for evidence of problems or system failures; ensure business resumption after system failures.
• Research, compile and prepare reports and documentation on program activities; analyze program and develop corrective action, maintain records of findings and corrective actions; prepare periodic status reports.
• May plan, assign, review the work of technical personnel assigned to functional area of assignment.
• Serve as liaison with system software and hardware suppliers and vendors; monitor contracted services for quality and compliance with City standards.
• Represent function on committees, outside organizations, and at staff subcommittees as necessary; coordinate technical support activities with other departments, divisions and outside agencies.
• Answer questions and provide information to the customers, via telephone, e-mail, and written correspondence related to the technical support program/operations; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaint.
• 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 business analysis.
• Principles and practices of computer systems and related analysis and design.
• Principles and techniques of programming, and business application documentation.
• Principles and practices of relational database techniques and design.
• Use, capability, characteristics and limitation of computers and related equipment.
• Network technology and environment.
• Principles and practices of project management.
• Records storage and handling techniques.
• Standards and methods related to computerized data systems and analysis use.
• Written documentation methods related to complex technical work.
• Principles and practices of interactive and batch programming.
• Application documentation; computer logic and mathematics.

Ability to:

• Perform professional work in support of enterprise systems for business applications.
• 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 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.
• Conduct enterprise systems and procedures analysis and feasibility studies.
• Analyze data and develop logical solutions to enterprise application programming problems.
• Prepare work flow charts and code steps into programming language.
• Develop and manage information technology projects.
• Effectively lead cross-functional teams.
• Train or instruct on-line users in use of computer equipment and operating procedures.
• Prepare a variety of reports and maintain accurate records and files.
• Problem solve, make decisions, and give direction.
• Formulate, design, and implement process and product improvements and streamlining measures.
• Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations
• Advocate on behalf of the department for change and process improvement.
• Identify new technology solutions to manage the workload of the department.
• Monitor the effectiveness of existing systems and procedures and make and implement recommendations for change.
• Work weekends, evenings or standby, as required.
• Maintain confidentiality as necessary.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Independently perform professional work in support of business analysis.
• Analyze, design, program, install and maintain highly technical and complex programs.
• Analyze data and develop logical solutions to complex business systems application programming problems; implement computer systems.
• Develop and manage projects related to business systems applications, including establishing and maintaining schedules.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

Two years of responsible experience performing duties similar to that of a Business Systems Analyst I with the City of Roseville (To perform professional level work in the analysis, design, programming, testing, installation and maintenance of business applications systems and databases.)

AND

Training:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with major course work in computer science, information systems, business management, accounting, business information systems, finance or a related field is desirable. Two years of relevant work experience may be substituted for two years of the required education.

License or Certificate:

Possession of a valid California driver’s license upon date of appointment 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 performing professional level work in the analysis, design, programming, testing, installation and/or maintenance of business applications systems and databases.

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

4. Please list your completed education from an accredited college or university. List the degree, major and institution.

5. Please describe a critical business system that you’ve supported, your role, your key responsibilities, the line of business, and the number of end-users.

6. Describe your knowledge and/or experience managing or overseeing the implementation of a new initiative or special project. Include your experience assessing project goals, setting deadlines, coordinating with stakeholders, and meeting project deliverables. Please describe your primary role, duties, and decision-making authority.

7. Describe your experience as a Project Manager for technology related projects. Include tasks performed, years of experience, and approximate number and types of projects managed. 

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: We are accepting applications until closing at 5 pm, February 11, 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 Business Systems Analyst I in the Information Technology Department.  The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 –5 pm; a flex schedule may be available.

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 professional level work in the analysis, design, programming, testing, installation and maintenance of business applications systems and databases.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry level class in the Business Systems Analyst series.  This class is distinguished from the journey level by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series.  Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters allocated to the journey level.  Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience.  Employees work under general supervision while learning job tasks.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

• Receives general supervision from an Information Technology Program Manager.
• May exercise technical and functional supervision over technical and administrative support personnel.

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

• Perform analytical and technical work through enterprise systems that support assigned City business applications.
• Conduct business analysis; evaluate business processes; determine business needs; identify requirements; and develop business plan analysis.
• Provide and/or ensure follow up on trouble calls and tickets; correspond with or meet customers and vendors as needed to understand and resolve concerns.
• Analyze data and information trends to support system capacity/performance planning or diagnose issues related to assigned systems; compile and prepare reports and documentation on analysis findings.
• Perform installation and configuration duties and related data migration, conversion, and maintenance and extraction work; implement and maintain databases, database tables and database objects; develop database scripts as needed for assigned systems.
• Perform configuration, testing and troubleshooting for network/communications devices and/or interfaces that support assigned systems.
• Provide project management; develop project plans and detailed project objectives; develop and guide project timelines; assess and manage risks; manage issues; develop and manage project budgets.
• Coordinate implementation of the system software, including conversion of data to new systems; work with application support personnel to resolve system problems.
• Assist departments in defining requirements for proposed business applications; review, analyze and evaluate business applications and user needs; translate business objectives into application requirements.
• Develop and participate in the development of Requests for Proposal, Quote, or Information; participate in the selection; and assist with the oversight of consultants and vendors.
• Perform reporting, testing and general maintenance of enterprise systems and identify alternative methods for better operation and use.
• Research, plan, install, configure and test new application systems and interfaces; maintain and upgrade existing application systems and interfaces; apply software updates to servers and schedule periodic server cycling
• Analyze and resolve technology related problems; resolve compatibility problems and troubleshoot system software, hardware and communication problems.
• Prepare and maintain documentation for each application; design backup procedures; and analyze problems with existing applications.
• Work closely with assigned City departments and divisions to understand and identify user computer system and equipment needs; analyze and evaluate present or proposed business procedures or problems to define enterprise application needs
• Create, record, and maintain user access and security; provide training to users regarding computer equipment and operating procedures.
• Monitor automated system processes; monitor logs and files for evidence of problems or system failures; ensure business resumption after system failures.
• Research, compile and prepare reports and documentation on program activities; analyze program and develop corrective action, maintain records of findings and corrective actions; prepare periodic status reports.
• May plan, assign, review the work of technical personnel assigned to functional area of assignment.
• Serve as liaison with system software and hardware suppliers and vendors; monitor contracted services for quality and compliance with City standards.
• Represent function on committees, outside organizations, and at staff subcommittees as necessary; coordinate technical support activities with other departments, divisions and outside agencies.
• Answer questions and provide information to the customers, via telephone, e-mail, and written correspondence related to the technical support program/operations; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaint.
• 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 business analysis.
• Principles and practices of computer systems and related analysis and design.
• Principles and techniques of programming, and business application documentation.
• Principles and practices of relational database techniques and design.
• Use, capability, characteristics and limitation of computers and related equipment.
• Network technology and environment.
• Principles and practices of project management.
• Records storage and handling techniques.
• Standards and methods related to computerized data systems and analysis use.
• Written documentation methods related to complex technical work.

Ability to:

• Perform professional work in support of enterprise systems for business applications.
• 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 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.
• Conduct enterprise systems and procedures analysis and feasibility studies.
• Analyze data and develop logical solutions to enterprise application programming problems.
• Prepare work flow charts and code steps into programming language.
• Develop and manage information technology projects.
• Effectively lead cross-functional teams.
• Train or instruct on-line users in use of computer equipment and operating procedures.
• Prepare a variety of reports and maintain accurate records and files.
• Problem solve, make decisions, and give direction.
• Formulate, design, and implement process and product improvements and streamlining measures.
• Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations
• Advocate on behalf of the department for change and process improvement.
• Identify new technology solutions to manage the workload of the department.
• Monitor the effectiveness of existing systems and procedures and make and implement recommendations for change.
• Work weekends, evenings or standby, as required.
• Maintain confidentiality as necessary.
• Communicate clearly 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:

No professional experience is required.

AND

Training:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with major course work in computer science, information systems, business management, accounting, business information systems, finance or a related field is desirable. Two years of relevant work experience may be substituted for two years of the required education.

License or Certificate:

Possession of a valid California driver’s license upon date of appointment 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 performing professional level work in the analysis, design, programming, testing, installation and/or maintenance of business applications systems and databases.

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

4. Please list your completed education from an accredited college or university. List the degree, major and institution.

5. Please describe a critical business system that you’ve supported, your role, your key responsibilities, the line of business, and the number of end-users.

6. Please describe your experience participating in a technology project. What was your role, your key responsibilities, the scope of the project, and the size of the project team?

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.