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     The Department is currently recruiting to fill multiple Building Inspector Combination (BIC) positions in the Building Division. A Building Inspector Combination reviews plans, issues permits, and performs field inspections for a variety of buildings and structures being constructed, altered or repaired to ensure compliance with building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes and related Federal, State and local regulations. Specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the Department.

     The ideal candidates 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. 

     All new BIC employees will go through our Combination Building Inspection Academy. All inspectors are assigned as specialty inspectors in Building, Electrical, or Plumbing/Mechanical in addition to combination responsibilities. Combination Building Inspection Academy is provided to new employees at all levels of experience. Candidates with approved certifications and experience may be appointed at the higher classifications. We strongly encourage candidates with construction trade experience to apply.

     Typical duties for this position include but are not limited to:

     -Conducts inspections of residential, industrial, commercial and manufacturing facilities as assigned by Chief Building Official or designee to ensure compliance with codes, regulations, ordinances, standards, and contract agreements which includes: setting up inspection schedules; gathering information and evidence; and, ensuring conformance to plans, specifications, and safety regulations

     -Investigates building, construction, and land use changes in the field by: gathering factual data to ascertain present use of land and location of structures; conducting background investigations and research; and, preparing reports to use as evidence.

     -Provides technical assistance for development of codes and policies.

     -Generates written reports and enforcement orders which include noting deficiencies in standards and submitting final documentation.

     -Reviews plans and specifications for compliance with codes which includes assisting in projects in complying with regulations, prioritizing deficiencies, and preparing timetables.

     -Provides technical support for agencies and the public which includes inputting data into system for general public access.

     -Meets with architects, engineers, City officials, and building contractors to discuss construction projects.

     -Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

     This classification requires a yearly filing of a Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests disclosure of outside interests and investments.

     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.

     Applicants who have applied in the past for Building Inspector Combination must apply to this current recruitment, if still interested, to be considered.

     SALARY

     Building Inspector Combination - $83,116.80 - $101,067.20

     Building Inspector Combination Certified I - $85,550.40 - $103,937.60

     Building Inspector Combination Certified II - $87,838.40 - $107,057.60

     Building Inspector Combination Certified III - $91,353.60 - $111,321.60

     Building Inspector Combination Certified Senior - $95,908.80 - $116,896.00

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

SELECTION PROCESS

     Applicants who have applied in the past for Building Inspector Combination must apply to this current recruitment, if still interested, to be considered. 

     The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process.  Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise.

     You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process.  Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response. 

     1. Describe your work experience.

     2. Describe your education.

     3. Please list any licenses or certifications you currently possess.  Include the name of the certification, the issuing agency, and the expiration date.

     4. Describe your training and experience in working with the architectural or structural aspects of working with building construction codes, practices, plan review, installations, and/or inspections.

     5. Describe your experience in working with electrical codes, practices, plan reviews and inspections.

     6. Describe your training and experience in working with plumbing/mechanical codes, practices, plan reviews and inspections.

     7. Describe your experience in completing punch lists for construction projects. In your response, include an example of your most complex experience in this area.

     8. Describe a complex project/assignment you have worked in the past four years, please include your role and summary of your responsibilities.

     You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. 

Recruitment Timeline:

     Application Submission Deadline: Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at 11:59 p.m.

     Tentative Interviews: Week of April 22^nd 2019

     Tentative Start Date: June/July 2019

     If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Amy Ruiz at amy.ruiz@sanjoseca.gov.

The City of San José, Information Technology Department, seeks a SharePoint Product Manager. This senior technical manager is responsible for leading City-wide services that provide enterprise content management, records retention, and collaboration tools. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical experience facilitating SharePoint deployment at an enterprise level.
 
Responsibilities: 

• Develop strategy, roadmap, feature definition, and then deployment for a City-wide Enterprise Content Management and Records Management solution.
• Lead functional migration and modernization of SharePoint solutions.
• Document, socialize, and triage issues and defects.
• Drive user adoption and sustainability for Sharepoint, O365, and OneDrive.
• Close the product learning loop by actively gathering customer feedback, usage and needs and adding them to a prioritized product backlog so that the product delivers the highest business value possible 
• Plan and manage rollout and adoption strategies 

    
If you are looking for an exciting opportunity that presents important challenges, want to help a City thrive through collaboration technology, and have an excellent track record leading SharePoint solutions, this is the role for you!
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.
 
Competencies
The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.  Desirable competencies for these positions may include:
 

1.     Job Expertise – demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices.

·       Three or more years of experience leading Enterprise Content Management deployments on SharePoint.

·       Advanced knowledge and experience managing SharePoint as an Intranet, ECM/DM and collaboration platform.

·       Deep technical and architectural understanding of administrative and functional capabilities of SharePoint 2007-2016, and SharePoint Online.

·       Demonstrate ability to stay current with Application Architecture best practices, existing and emerging technology platforms, architectural and systems engineering industry trends.

·       Ability to successfully work on and deliver multiple projects simultaneously, either independently or within a small team.

2.     Project Management - Experience managing enterprise projects including project review, develop technical project plan, assign resources, and schedule of deliverables.

3.     Leadership - Promotes a cooperative work environment by acting as a coach and mentor by inspiring and motivating others.  Leads by example and serves as an appropriate role model.

4.     Analytical Thinking - Approaches a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. 

5.     Change Management - Demonstrates support for innovation and for organizational changes needed to improve the organization's effectiveness; facilitates the implementation and acceptance of change within the workplace.

6.     Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.

7.     Communication Skills - Excellent written and verbal communication skills including presentation skills.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise.

You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process.  Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response.   

1.     Please select the areas of technical competency where you have comprehensive   enterprise level experience in designing, implementing, managing, and troubleshooting: (Check all that apply)

                     i.     Office 365 and SharePoint Online

                    ii.     O365 Groups

                  iii.     MS Teams

                  iv.     MS SharePoint 2013 Workflow

                   v.     MS SharePoint On Premise 2013 or greater

                  vi.     SharePoint Enterprise Search 

                 vii.     Windows PowerShell

               viii.     Information Architecture

                  ix.     Taxonomy

                   x.     SharePoint Managed Metadata and Term Store

                  xi.     None of the above

2.     From the technology you selected in the previous question, please describe a use-case that illustrates your hands-on experience with one or more of the technologies. 

You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. In addition, please attach your resume as part of the application process. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Claudia Chang at itdhumanresources@sanjoseca.gov

Please click the links below for complete details regarding this recruitment.

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

Then click on the “Management Recruitments” link. 

City of San José Employment Page

This is an exciting time in IT as we re-imagine and build strategic capabilities to meet San Jose’s Smart City Vision. 

The Information Technology Department is searching for an Internet-of-Things (IoT) Devices and Communications Engineer position within the IT Infrastructure and Operations Division. This position is a temporary, benefitted position, with a standard 40 hours per week with an end date of June 30, 2019, unless extended or made permanent. The ideal candidate must possess strong technical skills in supporting an enterprise-level, multi-vendor, and highly-distributed network of sensor and control devices. Effective project management skills and the ability to perform technical design and performance analysis are essential for this position.

The IoT Devices and Communications Engineer is responsible for implementing, administering, and maintaining sensor-driven solutions for the City. This includes overall design, device installation, security, updates, data flows, and automation, as well as supporting platform use by assigned customers. The Engineer will manage and tune performance to ensure optimal, reliable performance and use of the sensor solutions deployed for assigned customer groups.

On a daily basis, the Engineer must be able to manage a dynamic mix of operational tasks and project assignments; design and implement solutions that perform and that require nominal maintenance; manage the lifecycles of the products and solutions they administer; and work well with teammates across a large and diverse city. 

If you are passionate about leading teams, driving IT efforts to success and excellence, and delight in creating superior customer experiences, then come and join us!

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of engineering activities ranging from systems design, to implementation, to integration, including, hardware, software, budgeting, and support.
• Leverage networking skills and experience to perform a “hybrid” engineering work spanning telecommunications, device, data, and related IoT technologies.
• Work with domain experts and project team members to set IoT solution objectives and designs, ensuring projects meet both client and technical demands.
• Design, develop, and prototype IoT solutions. Use appropriate sensor technologies, gateways, cloud-based IoT platforms, middleware components, data management, architectures, and standards.
• Perform hands-on device management, controls settings, and maintenance.
• Deploy networked devices and platforms securely and without negative impact on the Municipal Area Network.

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

Competencies

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

Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.

• Ability to implement, administer, and maintain sensor-driven devices and solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of IoT providers and landscape to procure, design, build, and implement IoT solutions for effective City use. Solutions experience should span a mix of sensors, wireless protocols, gateways, cloud-based IoT platforms, services, integrations, processes, and tools.
• Knowledge of various IoT platforms such as Microsoft Azure IoT suite, AWS IoT platform, IBM Bluemix, Google Cloud IoT Core, etc.
• Working knowledge of various wireless technologies such as cellular, radio frequency, wireless protocol, IoT gateway, cloud infrastructure, Internet network connectivity protocol, etc.
• Working knowledge of network communications, networked devices, and operating systems, and data management platforms.
• Ability to communicate across non-technical and technical audiences.
• Experience in continuously improving IoT solutions, educating stakeholders, documenting builds, and training users.

Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.

Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.

Analytical Thinking – Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.

Project Management – Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise.

You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process.  Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response.   

1. Please describe a significant IoT project you managed. Share your specific role, the project’s business purpose, and the outcome. Include details number of users, scope of solution, size and length of the project, and the technologies used. What major lessons did you learn from the project?

You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. In addition, please attach your resume as part of the application process. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Devika Tandan at itdhumanresources@sanjoseca.gov. 

The City of Milpitas is seeking a temporary contracted Building Inspector for a minimum of 1 year to inspect routine and complex building systems to assure compliance.

The Temporary Building Inspector is responsible for inspecting routine and complex structural building systems at various stages of construction, alteration, and repair to assure compliance with approved plans, specifications, codes, and ordinances and regulations; and assisting in the review of building plans and specifications to determine compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, rules and regulations.

Supervision Received and Exercised - The Temporary Building Inspector receives general supervision from the Senior Building Inspector and/or the Senior Housing & Neighborhood Preservation Specialist. This position may exercise technical or functional supervision over new building inspection staff.

Examples of Duties - duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

·          Complete and maintain a variety of records on a computer, prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence.

·          Conduct inspections to determine compliance with California Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Energy and Green Building Codes pertinent provisions of County health and environmental ordinances.

·          Create and revise housing rehabilitation project work estimates; participate in contractor’s bid process and bid review.

·          Oversee and monitor rehabilitation projects to ensure that work is properly performed and to ensure that no substandard materials are used in accordance with HUD requirements.

·          Confer with developers, contractors, architects, engineers, and the general public.

·          Inspect foundation, cement, framing, plastering, and a large variety of other complex and routine structural building system elements such as stell, concrete, masonary, wood and other structural member factors.

·          Examine grade, quality, and treatment of lumber, cement, lath, wire, and composition.

·          Inspect air conditioning, plumbing, and routine electrical systems.

·          Assure proper and safe installations of routine electrical systems.

·          Perform field review of plans and specifications.

·          Apply proper inspection techniques to examine the quality of work and materials and detect deviations from plans, regulations, and standard construction practices.

Knowledge and Abilities

The candidate would have knowledge of:

·         Building related codes and ordinances enforceable by the City, specifically the California

·         Building Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Energy, Green Building Code and Milpitas Municipal Code.

·         Principles and techniques of building inspection work.

·         Construction contracts and requirements.

·         HUD regulations related to housing rehabilitation.

·         Lead-based paint.

·         A variety of zoning, general land use, and related City codes.

·         Building and related codes including zoning ordinances and other City codes and regulations.

·         Accepted safety standards and methods of building construction.

And ability to:

·         Advise on standards of construction methods and requirements.

·         Prepare and revise project cost estimates and reports.

·         Make arithmetical computations rapidly and accurately.

·         Establish and maintain effective working relationships with homeowners, developers, contractors, architects, engineers, City staff and the general public.

·         Apply City codes and policies regarding zoning and other regulations to field situations.

·         Work independently without supervision.

·         Enforce necessary regulations with firmness and tact.

·         Use Windows, Excel, and Word computer programs.

·         Keep abreast of current construction standards, codes, and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications     

Experience:  Five (5) years of responsible experience in the journey level trades or as a contractor in a variety of building construction activities, including three years minimum experience as a building inspector.

    Education:    Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade.

License and Certificates:   

-       Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain, an appropriate, valid California Driver’s License.

-      Certification as a Building, Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical Inspector by the ICC. Additional ICC Certifications are highly desirable.

Special Requirements

Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment:

Typically, work is performed at construction sites and in an office environment; exposure to outdoor elements; extensive use of the telephone and radio; repetitive keyboarding on a computer; ability to walk on uneven ground; reach (including overhead); squat, bend, lift, crawl, and climb; push, pull and carry up to 50 pounds; drive daily to various locations within and outside the City of Milpitas; ability to work safely in a hard-hat construction zone is essential; exposure to construction-related chemicals and products; may be required to crawl in confined spaces.

Selection Process

Applicants whose qualifications best meet our current needs will be invited to participate in the selection process that may consist of an assessment of the candidate’s written skills, computer skills, and an oral board interview.  Candidates who successfully pass the selection process will be placed on an eligibility list.  All candidates will be advised of their status once a finalist has been selected.

To Apply 

Only online applications via CalOpps will be accepted. Visit the City of Milpitas website at www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov or www.calopps.org to apply. Copies of required certificates (if applicable), must be scanned into one document, along with a resume, and attached to your application by the filing date.

A complete job description is available on the City of Milpitas website:  www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov (under Employment, Job Specs) or from Human Resources - (408) 586-3090.

The City reserves the right to close or re-open the recruitment at any time. Incomplete and/or inaccurate application materials may result in disqualification from the recruitment process.

Benefits

 This is a temporary, benefited position.  For further information about benefits please visit http://www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Temporary-Employee-Benefits-at-a-Glance.pdf or call our Human Resources Office at (408)586-3090.

The City of Milpitas is an Equal Opportunity/ADA employer.  Reasonable accommodation in the application, examination, and selection process will be made upon request to Human Resources at (408) 586-3090.

The information contained in this announcement does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract and these provisions are subject to change.