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FINAL FILING DATE: We are accepting applications until closing at 5 pm, December 2, 2019

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 SCADA System Technician in the Environmental Utilities 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 organize, assign and review the work of assigned personnel engaged in skilled technical duties in the analysis, design, programming, testing, installation and maintenance of data processing systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Historical Data Repository (HDR) industrial control system equipment, networking equipment and peripherals; to perform duties requiring specialized knowledge; and to provide technical and administrative support to assigned supervisor.
 
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the advanced journey level in the SCADA System Technician class series.  Positions at this level are distinguished from the other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, the amount of time spent performing the duties, and by the training responsibilities provided to others.  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.  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 technical and functional supervision over assigned technical staff.

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

• Plan, prioritize and review the work of staff assigned to maintain the Environmental Utilities SCADA system, HDR, networking equipment and related equipment.
• Develop schedules and methods to accomplish assignments, ensuring work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Participate in evaluating the activities of staff, recommending improvements and modifications.
• Provide and coordinate staff training and work with employees to correct deficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with departmental Industrial Control System (ICS) Policies and Procedures.
• Review and recommend approval of project submittals and existing system upgrades, survey sites for SCADA networking equipment system implementation, conduct feasibility studies and prepare and submit related comments.
• Plan and schedule new project installations as well as repairs, maintenance, upgrades and modifications to existing equipment.
• Receive and respond to emergency service requests related to the Department’s SCADA, HDR and networking systems.
• Administer service contracts and monitor the work of consultants.
• Evaluate equipment purchases in support of repair and replacement needs.
• Troubleshoot SCADA, HDR and networking system software with respect to functionality, performance and reliability.
• Assist in the development of specifications for SCADA, HDR and networking equipment and ensure proper installation and preparation of new equipment by vendors and contractors.
• Track work orders and maintain records of maintenance and programming performed.
• Perform technical duties in support of water and wastewater treatment infrastructure systems, including testing, implementing and maintaining SCADA, HDR and networking applications and systems.
• Design, develop and verify reports from systems; prepare and submit project status reports, as required.
• Create and maintain user profiles, user permissions, system privileges, passwords and other administrative tasks, maintaining the integrity and security of assigned systems in accordance with departmental ICS Policies and Procedures.
• Monitor logs and files for evidence of problems and systems failures; expedite recovery plans as necessary.
• Create back-up and recovery plans and perform necessary backup activities at scheduled times.
• Perform the most complex duties associated with maintaining, troubleshooting, and configuring network operations related to the SCADA and HDR systems.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, external stakeholders and the public, using principles of exceptional customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of technical and functional supervision and training.
• Modern operating principles of SCADA, HDR, networking and related peripheral equipment.
• SCADA system networking equipment and software.
• Departmental, ICS, and City policies and procedures.
• Local, State and Federal laws and regulations pertaining to the Water/Wastewater Utility industry, including compliance reporting and permit processing, as it relates to industrial system monitoring and recordkeeping.
• Use and maintenance of remote SCADA services through VPN, direct line and related communications equipment.
• Use of diagnostic test equipment and/or software and safety regulations and procedures related to working with SCADA, HDR and networking equipment.
• Methods for scheduling maintenance of industrial control systems.
• Principles of contract administration and project management.
• Industrial Control System network design principles and communication network design principles.
• Data storage methodologies.
• Modern office software, procedures, methods and computer equipment.
• Basic statistical methods and analysis and the use of statistics in reports.
• Business correspondence and written report writing.
• Safe work practices.

Ability to:

• Organize, implement and direct assigned project activities; work independently with little direct supervision.
• Provide technical and functional supervision over assigned staff; effectively train staff throughout Environmental Utilities on Departmental ICS Policies and Procedures and SCADA system use.
• Plan, prioritize, supervise and review the work of assigned staff and projects.
• Analyze SCADA, HDR and networking and take appropriate corrective measures, as necessary.
• Independently perform technical duties involving the analysis, design, programming, testing, implementation and maintenance of data processing systems, SCADA, HDR, and network equipment and peripherals.
• Perform complex troubleshooting, installation and repair work.
• Train and instruct system users in use of SCADA, HDR and networking software and operating procedures.
• Keep accurate and complete records of work requested and performed.
• Evaluate operations and activities, recommend improvements and modifications; read, interpret and follow complex instructions, rules and regulations.
• Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in written form.
• 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; reach, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist when repairing or installing equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift or carry weight of 25 pounds or less.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

Two years of responsible journey experience performing duties similar to a SCADA Systems Technician with the City of Roseville. (To independently perform skilled technical duties in the analysis, design, programming, testing, installation and maintenance of data processing systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Distributed Control System (DCS), computer equipment and peripherals; to operate computer equipment as required; and to develop database application and design and develop reports.)

Training:

An Associate’s degree or 60 semester units of college level course work including 18 units in a major field of study and 21 units in general education from an accredited college or university, preferably in computer science, electronics, or a related field.  Two years of related work experience can substitute for an Associate’s Degree.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license 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 skilled technical duties in the analysis, design, programming, testing, installation, or maintenance of data processing systems?

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

4. What SCADA systems have you worked with and what was your level of involvement with them?

5. Please provide examples of industrial networks you have worked on. Include what your level of involvement was.

6. Describe your experience configuring and maintaining virtualized environments.

7. Please describe your experience working on industrial control systems. Provide specific examples of the systems you have configured and maintained.

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.

The District is seeking a Senior Resource Management Specialist to lead the physical sciences program in the Natural Resources Department. The Senior Resource Management Specialist will assess, protect, and restore archaeological and water resources, as well as contaminated site cleanup and erosion control projects on District preserves in Santa Clara, San Mateo, and Santa Cruz Counties.  Typical project work includes, aquatic habitat monitoring, identification and protection of wetland resources, identification and monitoring of archaeological resources, designing erosion control projects, overseeing contractors and consultants, environmental impact analysis, and applying for permits to resource agencies.  This position will supervise staff biologists and will direct consultants, contractors, and volunteers to assist in completing this work.  Supervisory and administrative tasks will include budgeting, project management, setting priorities, and providing guidance to multi-disciplinary teams.  The ideal candidate is organized and collaborative with excellent oral and written communication skills, understands ecological systems, and can implement land management practices accordingly.

The District is a regional greenbelt system in the Santa Cruz Mountain region comprised of over 64,000 acres of land in 26 open space preserves, protected for public enjoyment and recreation. The District is a growing organization with a focused mission that guides our work, and where every employee makes an impact. If you are looking for a challenging opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space protection and outdoor recreation, we invite you to apply for this position. We invite you to view our Working for Midpen video on our Employment Opportunities page.                                  

About the Position:  The ideal candidate will have the educational background and relevant experience in managing natural resources on natural lands, experience supervising scientists, and has developed work plans for multiple projects simultaneously.  In addition, the candidate will provide frequent verbal and written reports to staff, including Department Managers and the General Manager’s Office, as well as the Board of Directors at public meetings.  The candidate must also have the skills to foster communication and collaboration with other District departments to coordinate project requirements; work effectively with local jurisdictional agencies to meet permitting requirements and keep permitting review on schedule; manage and direct consultants; oversee the work of, and negotiate with, contractors; and maintain detailed and current project documentation.    For additional information about the position, see the Job Description page on the District website.

Work Environment:  This position will operate in the Natural Resources Department at the District’s office in Los Altos, California.  In addition to working in an office setting to complete project tasks and at various venues across the San Francisco Peninsula to present information at public meetings, the Senior Resource Management Specialist will often work in the field and hike steep terrain and wildland areas with poison oak and wildlife. Fieldwork will require driving District vehicles in remote areas on dirt roads, working in temperatures ranging from cold and blustery to hot and dry, and hiking in steep, mountainous terrain.  

Education and Experience:  Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: 
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in natural resource management, environmental design, geology, biology, or related field, and five (5) years of management level experience in natural resource management including at least one year of supervisory and administrative responsibility. A Master’s degree is desirable.  Professional work experience with parks and open space is highly desired.

Licenses & Certifications Required:   Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Benefits:   The Open Space District provides an excellent benefits package including health, life & disability insurance as well as CalPERS pension. Please see the Benefits page of the District website for details.

HOW TO APPLY: Apply online at CalOpps.org.  Application deadline is November 27th at 5:00 p.m.

The following four application items are required:

1. A fully completed CalOpps employment application  

2. Cover letter 

3. Resume  

4. Supplemental question responses

Incomplete applications will not be considered for the position. Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for interviews.

Recruitment Timeline:

We recommend applicants’ schedules be open during this time frame for panel interviews.  The District cannot accommodate individual schedules.

First Interview: December 13, 2019

Final Interview/written exercise: December 17, 2019

Estimated Start Date: January 2020

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation by contacting the Human Resources department.   

Put your passion for Open Space to work!

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Eligibility Technician in the Health and Human Services Department. Currently, there are multiple vacancies. The incumbent will determine eligibility of applicants and recipients for public assistance programs and/or assist with acquiring services and benefits through interactive interviewing and fact gathering; maintain current know ledge of multiple program regulations and procedures necessary for multi-program caseload determination; authorize payments following program procedures and guidelines; initiate and process case work through an automated system; identify needs and provide information or referral for health, social and/or employment services; act as an advocate for clients and their dependents by assisting in the preparation of forms and documents, obtaining and presenting evidence for claims or benefits and by representing clients before other agencies by following-up on claims or applying for benefits that may have been denied; provide quality customer service, and perform related work as assigned. This position reports directly to an Eligibility Supervisor and may receive lead direction from a Senior Eligibility Technician.

About the Health and Human Services Department: The  Department provides a wide array of services through a diverse system of holistic programs. It is responsible for planning, managing, coordinating, and delivering a continuum of services in a manner that is responsive to the needs of the community. The department is committed to promoting a safe, healthy and self-sufficient environment and investing in the community to improve the overall well-being of our residents. Divisions include: Adult Services; Child Welfare Services; Public Assistance; Employment Services; Housing and Integrated Services; Public Health; Veterans Services; and Finance and Administration.

About Yuba County:

Yuba County is situated in the Northern Sacramento Valley, approximately 40 miles north of the State Capitol in Sacramento and two hours away from San Francisco and Lake Tahoe. The boundaries stretch from the farms and orchards of the valley to the timberlands of the Sierras. Yuba County offers its residents the many advantages of a rural lifestyle away from the pressures of the urban areas. The County’s rivers, lakes and outdoor recreation areas provide excellent hunting, fishing, boating and skiing opportunities. Our County vision is to create a “golden” future for Yuba County by inspiring a community of participation, embracing our unique history, and discovering the wealth of our untapped potential.

Position & Duties 

The Community Energy Department is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Power Resources Specialist I/II position to the Regulatory and Legislative Compliance Division. This position reports directly to the Division Manager of Regulatory and Legislative Policy and will support a variety of Regulatory and Legislative Policy functions. 

Under general direction of the Division Manager of Regulatory and Legislative Policy, the Power Resources Specialist I/II will be responsible for assisting and supporting the division’s engagement in the number of complex electric regulatory proceedings in order to effectively advocate for the business interests of SJCE at the California Public Utilities Commission (“CPUC”), the California Energy Commission (CEC) and the California Independent System Operator (“CAISO”) to protect and advance San José business and community interests.

Typical duties of this position may include, but are not limited to:

• Evaluate regulatory and legislative initiatives to ensure compliance with energy risk management policies.

• Perform energy resource planning and electric utility tariff analysis, policy risk assessment, and provide technical analysis to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws.

• Support the preparation of comments, data requests, written responses, position papers, analytical models, testimony, and exhibits related to a variety of technical regulatory proceedings.

• Maintain and update a short and/ or long-term list and calendar of key regulatory issues affecting SJCE.

• Track, review, analyze, regulatory filings, proposals and policy issues that could impact SJCE and its customers.

• Other duties as assigned.

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

Salary Information

The current salary range for Power Resources Specialist I is: $80,454.40 - $98,030.40

The current salary range for Power Resources Specialist II is: $87,547.20 - $106,641.60

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.

In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Power Resources Specialist I/II classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing, non-pensionable, compensation pay.

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

• Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Demonstrates basic knowledge of negotiation skills.
• Analytical Thinking - Approaches a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.
• Collaboration - Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities.
• Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance.
• Planning - Acts to align own unit's goals with the strategic direction of the organization; Defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives, while ensuring the optimal use of resources to meet those objectives. Additional Competencies and/or Desirable Qualifications (Competencies, knowledge, skills, and abilities that are more position specific and/or likely to contribute to more successful job performance.)
• Political Skill - In taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization.
• Vision/Strategic Thinking - Supports, promotes, and ensures alignment with the organization’s vision and values.

The Environmental Services Department provides comprehensive and innovative utility services for Sunnyvale's residents and businesses and facilitates initiatives to achieve the City's sustainability objectives. The Department brings together technical, operational, and administrative professional disciplines to form its dedicated and dynamic team.

This recruitment is to fill two [2] vacancies in the laboratory, but the eligible list may be used for future vacancies in the laboratory or the Compliance Inspection group.

City of Sunnyvale Laboratory/Field Technicians work in the laboratory when assigned to the Laboratory and in the field when assigned to the Compliance Inspection group. In the laboratory, Laboratory/Field Technicians work independently under the supervision of a Senior Environmental Chemist primarily collecting and analyzing samples from Sunnyvale's Water Pollution Control Plant.  The laboratory performs a variety of physical, chemical, biological and bacteriological analyses to monitor operations and demonstrate compliance for the City's wastewater, drinking water, and industrial pretreatment programs.

In the Compliance Inspection group, Laboratory/Field Technicians work under the supervision of the Senior Environmental Compliance Inspector primarily in the field collecting samples from industries, restaurants and the sanitary sewer collection system in order to determine compliance with local and federal discharge limits. The Laboratory/Field Technician in Compliance Inspection works closely with the Environmental Compliance Inspectors to regulate dischargers.

This position requires an Associate’s degree or 60 semester units or 90 quarter units in environmental science, including courses in chemistry, biology or other related sciences, two years of experience performing field technician and/or laboratory duties and a valid California class C driver’s license with a safe driving record.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application packet will consist of a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the required supplemental questions. The position opens November 11, 2019 and final filing date is December 2, 2019 at 5:00 pm. Please apply as soon as possible as only the first 100 qualified applications will be considered. For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

Salary $30.9386 - $39.4867 Hourly

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one bilingual candidate to serve as a Mental Health Specialist (MHS) whom will provide mental health support services to mentally ill and emotionally disturbed person as part of the Adult/Older Adult Full Service Partnership (FSP) Program. The MHS will appeal to individuals who are inspired working with an engaged community by providing participant advocate and case management services to moderate to severe mentally ill adults and is a field based position.  The MHS will report to the Program Supervisor.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Plan and provide a variety of rehabilitative support services to mentally ill and emotionally disturbed persons to attain, restore, or improve physical, mental, or emotional functioning;
   
• Provide assistance to clinical staff; participate in group and individual support programs;
   
• Serve as a participant advocate; provide case management services;  the ability to work in the field to service clients at their home, shelter or elsewhere;
   
• Maintain records of all activities relating to client care and adhere to  billing compliancy standard;
   
• Perform other duties as assigned, etc.

The County of San Mateo Probation Department is seeking motivated candidates for the Legal Office Services Supervisor position.  Legal Office Services Supervisors oversee legal support functions in a wide range of areas including but not limited to pretrial, court services, records unit, stats desk, AB 109 support, special projects, reception, and internal and external customer service support.

The current vacancy is in Pretrial Services in the Redwood City Office.  However, the eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies within another division and the incumbent hired may also be reassigned to any other division depending on operational needs. 

The selected candidate will supervise and direct a team of approximately 10 staff members performing legal support functions such as, but not limited to,  defendant interviews in the jail, running CLETS criminal records, checking probation and court databases, responding to inquiries regarding the jail and court release processes, preparing release recommendations, and assisting in the preparation of the in-custody arraignment court calendar.

The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of court documents, and legal terminology; possess demonstrated leadership and team building skills; create an environment that unites people and motivates them to work collaboratively and effectively toward agreed upon objectives; understand and maintain necessary confidentiality; maintain a positive public image, often times under stressful situations; able to resolve issues of conflict and manage personnel matters; effectively guide and train staff on court process and procedures; and have excellent oral and written communication skills.  Bilingual skills in Spanish are desired but not required. 

The Probation Department is generally open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Pretrial office functions from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., including weekends.  The incumbent will be required to work various day, evening and weekend hours to provide support to staff they will supervise.  On occasion, overtime may also be necessary. 

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

• Supervise and direct legal office support staff and activities.
• Plan, schedule, assign, review and perform legal office support work.
• Train assigned staff in general and legal office procedures and specific departmental and unit policies and procedures.
• Provide support for the San Mateo County Card Key System.
• Evaluate employee performance.
• Perform facility related duties or assignments.
• Recommend employee selection, initial corrective action and other personnel actions.
• Determine work schedules and authorize leaves, process time cards, ensuring the timely completion of all work.
• Answer inquiries, provide information and resolve complaints from clients, the public or employees regarding the function and activities of the work unit.
• Develop, recommend and implement improved work systems, processes, and procedures.
• Compile operational and statistical data and information, maintain various records and prepare special and periodic reports.
• Perform difficult or complex legal office support work and assist with special office projects as assigned; read and process various legal documents such as court calendars, court orders, booking slips, probation reports, arrest records, referrals and other legal information for maintaining records.
• Review legal documents, arrest or incident records, files and cases to identify inaccurate, inconsistent and unclear codes, data and other information.
• Check court and legal documents for proper authorization and obtain missing signatures.
• Compile data from multiple sources to complete and process legal forms, documents and reports in accordance with established procedures.
• Establish and maintain office and case files.
• Research and compile information from office and case files.
• Close and purge files according to established procedures.
• Provide project support to departmental management.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is: four years of experience providing office support in a legal or court setting.

Knowledge of: Supervisory principles and practices including work planning, scheduling, review and evaluation, and employee training and corrective action; office management practices and procedures including records management and the operation of standard office equipment; legal documents, forms, terminology and procedures; policies and procedures related to the department to which assigned; standard office equipment; business arithmetic and letter writing; and correct English usage including spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Skill/Ability to: Plan, assign, supervise, review and evaluate the work of others; train others in work procedures; read and interpret rules, policies, procedures and legal and court documents; organize, research and maintain office files; compose correspondence independently from brief instructions; use initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines; deal tactfully and effectively with a variety of individuals, some of whom may be hostile or irate; organize and prioritize work, meeting critical deadlines and following up on assignments with minimum supervision; and analyze and resolve varied office administrative problems.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION
Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply.  Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California  employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%) which may include a writing and/or performance exercise(s). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form.
 

The Community Energy Department is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Senior Power Resources Specialist position for the Regulatory and Legislative Compliance Division. This position reports directly to the Division Manager of Regulatory and Legislative Policy and will provide technical analysis, assess the potential business impacts to SJCE from proposed regulatory changes, and provide expert public representation.

Under general direction of the Division Manager of Regulatory and Legislative Policy, the Senior Power Resources Specialist will be responsible for engaging in the increasing number of complex electric regulatory proceedings and effectively advocating for the business interests of SJCE at the California Public Utilities Commission (“CPUC”), the California Energy Commission (CEC), and California Independent System Operator (“CAISO”) to protect and advance San José business and community interests.

Typical duties of this position may include, but are not limited to:

• Perform energy resource planning and electric utility tariff analysis, policy risk assessment, and monitor and respond to CPUC, CEC and CAISO regulatory
• Provide compliance proposals
• Prepare technical comments, data requests, written responses, position papers, analytical models, testimony, and exhibits related to a variety of regulatory proceedings
• Keep abreast of key California regulatory issues affecting SJCE and develop responses including strategy and prioritization of regulatory actions for management consideration
• Track, review, analyze, and summarize regulatory filings, proposals and policy issues that could impact SJCE and its customers.
• Coordinate with technical experts and external regulatory counsel to develop effective and persuasive communications to be presented to the CPUC, CEC, CAISO, California Legislature, and any other legal or regulatory body as required.
• Collaborate and build contacts with other organizations, representatives, and regulatory agencies.
• Serve as a liaison to regulatory bodies, CCAs and CalCCA
• Other duties as assigned.

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

Salary Information

The current salary range for Senior Power Resources Specialist is: $109,304.00 – $133,910.40

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. 

In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Power Resources Specialist classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing, non-pensionable, compensation pay.

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 applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
• Communication Skills – Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Demonstrates basic knowledge of negotiation skills.
• Analytical Thinking – Approaches a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.
• Collaboration – Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities.
• Supervision – Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness.
• Political Skill – In taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization.
• Vision/Strategic Thinking – Supports, promotes, and ensures alignment with the organization’s vision and values; understands how an organization must change in light of internal and external trends and influences; builds a shared vision with others and influences others to translate vision to action.

Filing Deadline: December 20, 2019

Monthly Salary: $9,684 to $12,879, plus benefits

The Chief Building Official plans, organizes, supervises and reviews the activities of the Building Inspection Division; participates in code interpretation, plan checking, issuance of permits, and field inspections; and performs the most technically complex tasks within the Division. The ideal candidate will possess strong supervisory skills to lead a team of experienced building professionals. He/she will be an individual who is trustworthy, approachable, honest, and ethical. A Chief Building Official who will create a teamwork-oriented environment that emphasizes cooperation, accountability and responsiveness is sought. Candidates who bring a positive and can-do attitude will succeed in this position.  The incoming Chief Building Official will have knowledge of building construction principles and practices, including detailed familiarity with carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and other building trades; safety and construction standards of the building construction industry; practices and procedures of contracting in the building construction industry; uniform; building, plumbing and mechanical, national electrical, and health and safety codes; and principles and practices of supervision.

Candidates must possess equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in architecture, structural engineering, civil engineering or a closely related field, five (5) years of experience similar to that of a Building Inspector with at least two years of supervisory experience, and Certification by the International Conference of Building Officials as a Combination Building Inspector.

If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please view the job announcement.  To apply, click here or contact Joel Bryden at Bob Murray & Associates (916) 784-9080. 

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