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The City of Redwood City invites you to apply for the position of Assistant Community Development & Transportation Director. 

• Please click on the job announcement file below to review the recruitment flyer.

• A complete application is required, including a professional resume and cover letter.

• Submit your application online via CalOpps by 11:59 pm on November, 22, 2020.

• Applications will be reviewed continuously as they are received.

Why join the Redwood City team?    

Diverse. Goal-Oriented. Vibrant. Flexible. These would all be associated with your work in our dynamic community and on our high-performing team. We offer a wide range of meaningful career opportunities with potential for growth, training and development, competitive salaries, flexible work schedules, paid time off, and robust benefits. The Redwood City team is guided by the core values of excellence, integrity, service and creativity.  Inherent in these values is a great organizational culture based on trust, strong and supportive leadership, respect, risk-taking, empowerment, and effective communication. The community is known for its inclusivity, strong engaged neighborhoods, and civic pride. The City works diligently to maintain positive and productive relationships with community partners, together providing outstanding services, programs and opportunities for residents and businesses. This mix of tradition and progress, community and diversity, makes Redwood City an extraordinary place to work and call home. If you’re looking to grow your career as a part of a hard-working and fun Community Development team that fosters innovation, creativity and collaboration, we hope you’ll apply.  

The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant City Clerk.  To be considered for this position, submit your online application at:  www.cityoflivermore.net/jobs by 12 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2020.

THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE & THE POSITION

The City Clerk’s Office is a division of the Administrative Services Department, which also includes the divisions of Finance, Human Resources, and Information Technology. The City Clerk’s Office employs five dedicated, professionals consisting of the City Clerk, Assistant City Clerk, Deputy City Clerk, Division Clerk, and Senior Clerk.

The Assistant City Clerk position will serve as the right hand to the City Clerk. This position acts in the absence of the City Clerk, as assigned, including attending City Council meetings and may include staff supervision.  The Assistant City Clerk performs a variety of analytical and professional administrative tasks in support of a wide range of programs, operations, services, and policies, and responsibilities may include:

• Coordinating the publication of the City Council agendas and meeting materials; and attending the City Council meetings and preparing minutes.
• Administering release of records in accordance with the California Public Records Act.
• Planning, implementing, and administering the citywide records management program.
• Oversee filing for City ordinances, resolutions, agreements, and meeting minutes.
• Coordinating and supervising bid openings, receipt of claims and subpoenas, centralized mail service, City Council appointments to intergovernmental agencies, and publication of legal notices.
• Assisting the City Clerk in the administration of the City’s Conflict of Interest Code; coordinating municipal elections; monitoring compliance with the State and local campaign finance and conflict laws; and other special projects.

The mission of the City Clerk’s Office is to facilitate local government transparency by ensuring public access to information and legislative proceedings.  Specifically, the City Clerk’s office supports the City Council’s meeting process and records their legislative actions; maintains official records ; provides the public with timely access to information; administers City elections; oversees the City’s boards, commissions, and committees; and ensures regulatory compliance with local, state, and federal statutes such as the Political Reform Act, Brown Act, California Public Records Act, and Elections Ordinance.  

City of Lafayette – Traffic Engineer
Full Time / Non-Exempt
$93,457 - $122,932 per year
NOTE:  Lafayette does not participate in PERS.

The City of Lafayette (pop. 24,000) is recruiting for the position of Traffic Engineer.  Lafayette prides itself on its vibrant downtown, beautiful tree-studded hillsides and great schools.  This position will be part of the team that ensures that Lafayette retains its semi-rural character and “small town” downtown feel.  The Traffic Engineer performs advance level technical analysis of traffic safety and parking issues in order to mitigate traffic and parking impacts associated with development projects and traffic congestion throughout the city.

Some current projects include:

• Providing technical direction to enhance the safety in the public right-of-way for all users including motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists. 
• Maintaining and supporting transportation programs such as: Walkway & Bikeway Master Plans, Neighborhood Traffic Calming, School Area Traffic Safety.
• Processing Transportation Action Requests and managing resident expectations

The Traffic Engineer reports directly to the Engineering & Public Works Director and performs the following major duties:

• Staffs the Traffic & Circulation Commission, facilitates public meetings and will occasionally make presentations before the City Council. 
• Works with vendors and contractors to update traffic signal technology and performs and signs off on speed surveys.
• Researches and identifies grant funding sources, writes proposals and applications, assists in programming and administering grant awards.
• Responds to public requests for service by evaluating site conditions and prescribing appropriate solution options.
• Serves as interdepartmental liaison and staff advisor on all transportation and traffic-related subjects.
• Represents the City to regional transportation organizations such as the Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) and advocates Lafayette’s interests in regional issues

The Ideal Candidate

The City is seeking a high energy professional who is tactful, self-motivated, creative, and detail-oriented. Exceptional analytical and communication skills and the ability to write well and persuasively are required. An understanding of the regional political infrastructure and how it affects policy development and implementation is preferred.  The candidate should have a four-year degree with an emphasis on traffic engineering or civil engineering.  At least 3 years of professional engineering experience is required. 
Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Traffic Engineer is highly desirable.  Registration as a Licensed Civil Engineer with the requirement that a Traffic Engineering License shall be obtained within one year of employment start date is also acceptable.

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for the position is  $93,457 - $122,932 depending on experience and qualifications.  Lafayette also provides an attractive benefits package that includes:

• A 401-A retirement plan with City-paid monthly contributions of 10% of salary with the option of a 5% match as well as City-paid social security contributions
• City-subsidized health and dental insurance as well as life insurance and disability insurance.
• 13 paid holidays, 10 days of administrative leave, and up to 20 days of annual vacation, depending on tenure.
• Challenging, interesting work; opportunities for innovation and creativity; family friendly policies; a flexible work environment; and casual dress.
• A full list of benefits can be found on the City’s website.

Application & Selection

The position will be open until November 20, 2020.   To be considered, you must submit a City of Lafayette Employment Application, plus relevant materials that amplify your qualifications.  Please apply online at www.lovelafayette.org/jobs.  Email TRobinson@lovelafayette.org for questions.

Resumes will be screened and candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be invited to interviews in December with an anticipated start date in January 2021.
 

ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST I
$5,319 - $6,465/mo. + excellent benefits
Current Vacancy in the Housing & Business Development Department
*This recruitment will establish an eligibility list that may also be used to fill future vacancies throughout the City*

DEFINITION: Under direction and/or general supervision from higher level management staff, performs a variety of professional level duties and responsibilities involved in the evaluations, development and administration of City programs including operational audits, budget analysis, personnel management, and productivity studies. This position may exercise functional and technical supervision over clerical staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The employee must have the ability to:

• Develop and review budget allocation proposals for assigned department; develop and coordinate policies and procedures for the budget development process; monitor departmental expenditures.
• Evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommend improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities.
• Collect, organize, monitor, and analyze data for a variety of studies; conduct interviews and field site visits; participate in and direct meetings with key management staff.
• Review, analyze, and monitor assigned departmental budgets; identify, review and present recommendations to City management regarding alternative funding and service level recommendations.
• Design and participate in a variety of studies; provide management level analysis of issues and actions relative to assigned area of responsibility; provide recommendations for improving the operational efficiency of assigned department.
• Review and evaluate cost-benefit proposals; make recommendations for improvements; review changes with appropriate departments.
• Interpret personnel policies and procedures; respond to request for information and assistance from employees, management, outside agencies and the public.
• Conduct studies, analysis, and research on a broad range of personnel assignments; compose, distribute, receive, and analyze salary and benefit surveys; complete various government reports.
• Participate in the maintenance of the classification system; implement procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations; conduct job classification audits and prepare or revise job specifications and audit reports as assigned.
• Learn and maintain compliance with pertinent Federal, State and local laws, regulations and ordinances.
• Develop and maintain a variety of complex data files; trouble-shoot system problems.
• Prepare a variety of reports including grant proposals for special funds, development plans, performance reports, contracts, bid specifications, compliance reports, environmental documents, and insurance claims.
• Answer questions and provide information to the general public and City or department staff concerning technical or statistical issues; investigate problems and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve problems.
• Administer a variety of special programs; conduct field inspections and data collection.
• Coordinate unit activities with those of other departments and divisions and outside agencies and contractors.
• Represent department at hearings and settlement conferences; attend and participate in a variety of professional groups and committees.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer.

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision when preparing and reading written reports and other work related documents. Acute hearing is also required when providing phone and counter assistance. The need to lift, drag, and push files, computer reports, or other materials weighing up to 25 pounds is also required.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: A combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. The incumbent must have knowledge of principles and practices of public administration; principles and methods of budget preparation; principles and methods of program analysis; principles and practices of revenue forecasting; basic principles and practices of personnel administration; basic principles and practices of statistical analysis and research. The incumbent must have the ability to analyze and resolve operational problems; learn job analysis data collection efforts; develop operational reports and recommendations; interpret and apply City Policies, procedures, rules and regulations; EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of analytical experience in the areas of personnel management, budget development or finance is desirable. EDUCATION: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public or business administration, personnel management or a related field. LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS: Possession of, and continuously throughout employment, a valid California Class “C” Driver's License is preferred.

Lateral Hiring Incentives*

¨ Hiring Bonus $2,000 - $8,000 (DOE)

¨ 50 Hours Sick & 50 Hours Vacation at the Time of Hire

The County of Yuba is recruiting to fill the position of Public Safety Dispatcher within the Sheriff’s Department.  The incumbent receives 9-1-1 system sheriff, fire, medical emergency and rescue calls; dispatches sheriff, fire and medical personnel following established procedures; maintains communication with officers in the field to ensure safety and provide back-up and information; provides relief coverage for the records unit; and performs related work as assigned. These classifications require shift work and the ability to make decisions and act appropriately in stressful situations. The work also involves interdepartmental cooperation with various public safety agencies located throughout the County to coordinate the most effective response to requests for assistance from the public.

About the Sheriff's Department:

The Yuba County Sheriff's Office is comprised of multiple functions within the Operations Division including Valley and Foothill Patrol, Investigations, Narcotics Task Force, Gang Enforcement, Marijuana Eradication Team, Coroner, Crime Prevention, Crisis Negotiation Team, SWAT, Canine Program, Field Training Officer, Aero Squadron, and Marine Enforcement.  The department is committed to working in partnership with the community to identify and resolve public safety and quality of life issues, consistent with it’s core values.  The Sheriff's Office provides a full range of services to an estimated population of about 70,000.  The Sheriff’s Department is located in the City of Marysville with a substation  in Brownsville.

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Building Maintenance Technician—HVAC in the Administrative Services Department. Currently, the employment list created from this recruitment may also be used to fill Extra-Help vacancies. This position reports directly to the Building and Grounds Supervisor. This class is distinguished from Senior Building Maintenance Technician due to the heavy emphasis on maintaining a variety of heating, refrigerating, and air conditioning units throughout the County requiring specialized knowledge, abilities, and training beyond what is required of other classes in the building and grounds maintenance series including the certification necessary to maintain and repair HVAC systems.

About the County & Administrative Services Department:

The Buildings and Grounds division of the Administrative Services Department provides Building Maintenance and Custodial services to county facilities. The mission of the Buildings and Grounds Division is to maintain the integrity and cleanliness of county buildings, equipment, and grounds. 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.

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES ANALYST II – EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PROGRAM

CLOSE DATE: Friday, October 23rd, 2020

SALARY RANGE:
II – $24.17 - $29.39 Per Hour   
(New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning of the salary range.)

FINAL FILING DATE:
A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department by 5:00 P.M., Friday, October 23rd, 2020
 

THE POSITION
The Administrative Services Analyst II position performs moderately difficult and complex administrative and analytical work that may involve and/or emphasize the functional areas of: general and administrative support, fiscal and contract management, program analysis and compliance, staff development and training; Incumbents gather, tabulate, analyze, and chart data; interview and consult with departmental officials, employees, and others to give and receive information; prepare reports and make recommendations on procedures, policies, and program/functional issues and alternatives; prepare correspondence and performs other related duties as required in the Emergency Preparedness Program at the Glenn County Health & Human Services Agency. This position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next six (6) months.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Experience:        Either one (1) year as an Administrative Services Analyst I in Glenn County; or three (3) years of professional analytical journey level experience in any of the functional areas required by the position: general and administrative support, fiscal and contract management, program analysis and compliance or staff development and training.

Training:        Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, accounting, finance, organizational development, social work, education, human resources or a closely related field. Substitution:  Additional professional level experience in any of the functional areas noted above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years.

All applicants are encouraged to review a detailed job description available at http://www.countyofglenn.net/dept/personnel/job-opportunities/job-descriptions and apply only if they clearly meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS/INFORMATION - A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
*     A Glenn County Employment Application        *    Résumé
*     Transcripts and/or Certificates                        *    Cover Letter

It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure applications are received at the Glenn County Personnel Office by 5:00 P.M., Friday, October 23, 2020.
GLENN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION:  Application forms must be filled out completely; please do not include “refer to resume” on the application. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. A separate application must be filed for each position.
Application forms may be completed on CalOpps.org or obtained from and returned to:
GLENN COUNTY PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
525 W. Sycamore Street, Willows, CA  95988
Telephone (530) 934-6451 – Fax (530) 934-6452
TDD – No Voice (530) 934-6444
Website: www.countyofglenn.net

TRAVEL AND RELATED EXPENSES: Glenn County does not reimburse applicants for any travel or related expenses incurred in connection with applying for employment.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference points for an open, non-promotional examination must attach a copy of their DD2l4 to their application at the time of submission. Submissions after the final filing date will not be accepted.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Applicants may be required to pass a medical examination and fingerprinting as a condition of employment or promotion. Medical exams may include a fitness exam and a drug & alcohol screen.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver’s license. See Training and Experience for any additional required license or certification.
DEGREE OR CERTIFICATIONS: Copies of all required degrees and/or certifications, as outlined in the job description, must be provided.  Please include copies of all required educational degrees beyond high school and special requirement documents such as certificates, licensures, etc. in your job application packet if applicable.
SELECTION PROCESS:  The selection process may consist of an application evaluation, oral examination, written exam and fingerprinting process if applicable. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview wherein their qualifications for this position will be reviewed in more detail. Additional testing may be applicable. If you are selected for an interview, you will automatically be contacted.
Eligible lists are used for Full-Time (40 hrs./wk. with benefits), Part-Time (20-39 hrs./wk. with benefits), and Public Service employee (PSE) temporary (limited benefits).
 

HHSA CASE MANAGER I/II – LIMITED TERM

CLOSE DATE: Friday, October 23rd, 2020

SALARY RANGE:
I  – $20.41 - $24.81 Per Hour
II – $22.55 - $27.42 Per Hour   
(New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning of the salary range.)

FINAL FILING DATE:
A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department by 5:00 P.M., Friday, October 23rd, 2020

THE POSITION
The HHSA Case Manager I/II position performs a variety of para-professional and responsible eligibility determination and case management duties for the public health division programs; and performs related duties as assigned at the Glenn County Health and Human Services Agency. Employees within the HHSA Case Manager II class are distinguished from the HHSA Case Manager I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, responsible for direct client contact in the provision of case management including complex cases. This position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next six (6) months.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Experience:        I - Two (2) years of full-time experience performing advanced journey level or specialized clerical duties in an office environment. II - One (1) year of full-time experience performing duties comparable to a Case Manager I classification.

Training:            I/II - High school diploma or GED equivalent

All applicants are encouraged to review a detailed job description available at http://www.countyofglenn.net/dept/personnel/job-opportunities/job-descriptions and apply only if they clearly meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS/INFORMATION - A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
*     A Glenn County Employment Application        *    Résumé
*     Transcripts and/or Certificates                       *    Cover Letter

It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure applications are received at the Glenn County Personnel Office by 5:00 P.M., Friday, October 23, 2020.
GLENN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION:  Application forms must be filled out completely; please do not include “refer to resume” on the application. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. A separate application must be filed for each position.
Application forms may be completed on CalOpps.org or obtained from and returned to:
GLENN COUNTY PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
525 W. Sycamore Street, Willows, CA  95988
Telephone (530) 934-6451 – Fax (530) 934-6452
TDD – No Voice (530) 934-6444
Website: www.countyofglenn.net

TRAVEL AND RELATED EXPENSES: Glenn County does not reimburse applicants for any travel or related expenses incurred in connection with applying for employment.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference points for an open, non-promotional examination must attach a copy of their DD2l4 to their application at the time of submission. Submissions after the final filing date will not be accepted.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Applicants may be required to pass a medical examination and fingerprinting as a condition of employment or promotion. Medical exams may include a fitness exam and a drug & alcohol screen.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver’s license. See Training and Experience for any additional required license or certification.
DEGREE OR CERTIFICATIONS: Copies of all required degrees and/or certifications, as outlined in the job description, must be provided.  Please include copies of all required educational degrees beyond high school and special requirement documents such as certificates, licensures, etc. in your job application packet if applicable.
SELECTION PROCESS:  The selection process may consist of an application evaluation, oral examination, written exam and fingerprinting process if applicable. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview wherein their qualifications for this position will be reviewed in more detail. Additional testing may be applicable. If you are selected for an interview, you will automatically be contacted.
Eligible lists are used for Full-Time (40 hrs./wk. with benefits), Part-Time (20-39 hrs./wk. with benefits), and Public Service employee (PSE) temporary (limited benefits).
 

PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE/PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE, SENIOR

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

SALARY RANGE:

$29.79 - $36.21  Per Hour – Public Health Nurse
$33.26 - $40.43  Per Hour – Senior Public Health Nurse

INCENTIVE PAY:

RN License: 10% Differential Pay

FINAL FILING DATE:
A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department.

THE POSITION
The Public Health Nurse/Public Health Nurse, Senior position plans and implements public health nursing services to individual clients and the community at large through the provision of clinical services and counseling and through the promotion of community health and welfare; to develop, maintain and monitor various community health programs  at the Glenn County Health and Human Services Agency. The Public Health Nurse, Senior is the advanced journey level class within the Public Health Nurse Series.  Positions at this level are distinguished from those at the journey level by the performance of the full range of duties 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.  This position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next six (6) months.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Experience:        Public Health Nurse - Two years of experience as a public health nurse in a generalized public health nursing program. Public Health Nurse, Senior - Four years of experience as a public health nurse in a generalized public health nursing program.

Training:            Completion of a university or collegiate program of study approved for public health nursing.

License or Certificate:    Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license. Possession of a valid license as a registered nurse and a valid certificate as a public health nurse in California.

All applicants are encouraged to review a detailed job description available at http://www.countyofglenn.net/dept/personnel/job-opportunities/job-descriptions and apply only if they clearly meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS/INFORMATION - A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
*     A Glenn County Employment Application        *    Résumé
*     Transcripts and/or Certificates                         *    Cover Letter

It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure applications are received at the Glenn County Personnel Office..
GLENN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION:  Application forms must be filled out completely; please do not include “refer to resume” on the application. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. A separate application must be filed for each position.
Application forms may be completed on CalOpps.org or obtained from and returned to:
GLENN COUNTY PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
525 W. Sycamore Street, Willows, CA  95988
Telephone (530) 934-6451 – Fax (530) 934-6452
TDD – No Voice (530) 934-6444
Website: www.countyofglenn.net

TRAVEL AND RELATED EXPENSES: Glenn County does not reimburse applicants for any travel or related expenses incurred in connection with applying for employment.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference points for an open, non-promotional examination must attach a copy of their DD2l4 to their application at the time of submission. Submissions after the final filing date will not be accepted.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Applicants may be required to pass a medical examination and fingerprinting as a condition of employment or promotion. Medical exams may include a fitness exam and a drug & alcohol screen.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver’s license. See Training and Experience for any additional required license or certification.
DEGREE OR CERTIFICATIONS: Copies of all required degrees and/or certifications, as outlined in the job description, must be provided.  Please include copies of all required educational degrees beyond high school and special requirement documents such as certificates, licensures, etc. in your job application packet if applicable.
SELECTION PROCESS:  The selection process may consist of an application evaluation, oral examination, written exam and fingerprinting process if applicable. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview wherein their qualifications for this position will be reviewed in more detail. Additional testing may be applicable. If you are selected for an interview, you will automatically be contacted.
Eligible lists are used for Full-Time (40 hrs./wk. with benefits), Part-Time (20-39 hrs./wk. with benefits), and Public Service employee (PSE) temporary (limited benefits).
 

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Position and Duties:

The City Council has a Digital Inclusion and Broadband Strategy that seeks to accelerate the deployment of wired and wireless broadband for all people while making it more inclusive for the digitally underserved (the digital divide). Executing this strategy requires negotiating value exchange relationships with telecom providers, overseeing the creation, adoption, and execution of balanced broadband friendly policies, working collaboratively with the community on the aesthetics and other community concerns associated with broadband deployment, and setting the vision, strategy, and priorities for the Small Cell Team in the Department of Public Works, and the Macro Site Team in the Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement Department that executes the Permit to Inspect processes for the City.

The Broadband Manager reports directly to the Director of Civic Innovation and works closely with the Deputy City Manager responsible for 21^st Century Infrastructure.

The Broadband Manager directly influences over $1B in private sector investments into the City of San José over the next seven years. This private sector investment creates thousands of jobs, dramatically increases regional GDP, delivers hundreds of millions of dollars of Smart City capability, and delivers tens of millions of economic opportunities for the digitally underserved.

The Broadband Manager requires a broad set of skills including strategic thinking, negotiation, telecommunications experience, public policy, team leadership, and public collaboration.  They will negotiate value exchange agreements to generate the demand for broadband deployments and ensure City’s departments fulfill that demand by permitting communications facilities including macro site, small cells, and underground fiber optics.  This role requires collaboration with various City departments including, but not limited to the City Manager’s Office of Administration, Policy, and Intergovernmental Relations; City Manager’s Budget Office; Mayor’s Office; Information Technology; Planning, Building and Code Enforcement; Public Works; and Transportation. The Broadband Manager will also work closely with innovative technology companies to evaluate ways to accelerate broadband deployment, including Smart City technology within the new context of COVID-19 public health, and the shelter-in-place dynamics that highlight the value of digital inclusion. Collaboration with public interest groups, community organizations, and other stakeholders will also be required to ensure public adoption of broadband deployment, especially the deployment of small cells on street lights. Finally, the Broadband Manager will work closely with the City’s Library Department and external stakeholders to ensure progress of social justice for the digitally underserved people in San José.

The Broadband Manager responsibilities include the following:

     * Negotiate value trading agreements with broadband providers that promote economic development, digital inclusion, and support for Smart Cities.

     * Direct the development of balanced broadband friendly policies.

     * Direct the City departments involved with broadband deployment.

     * Collaborate with external stakeholders on community concerns with broadband deployments.

     * Measure compliance with agreement terms and conditions.

     * Evaluate new technologies and approaches to accelerate broadband.

     * Report progress to City Council and external stakeholders.

     * Advise on federal, state, and local regulations including rulings from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and recent court decisions.

     * Advise on proposed telecommunications resiliency standards for broadband deployments from and emergency operations perspective such as the CPUC Wireless Resiliency Strategy and the City of San José Power Vulnerability Plan.

     * Supervise and manage the Small Cell Permitting Project Manager.

     * Manage the Digital Inclusion Program in relation to public-private partnership contract requirements and in relation to City and community stakeholders to advance digital inclusion.

This is a permanent position in the City Manager’s Office.

Selection Process:

To be considered for this position, you must fill out the online application available on the City of San José website and attach a resume. 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 and/or a practical exercise or case study.

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. 

Job Specific Questions:

    1. Please indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position:

          + Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business administration, engineering, or related field and six (6) years of professional level management and/or administrative experience.

          + Master’s Degree and five (5) years of professional level management and/or administrative experience.

          + None of the above.

    2. Please specify your degree, the area of study, and the institution you obtained it from.

    3. Describe your experiences in interest-based negotiations, relationship management, strategic thinking, leadership, and stakeholder collaboration.

    4. Describe a time when you were managing a project and staff disagreed with your approach.  What steps did you take to resolve the issue and what was the outcome?

    5. Describe your particular skills and abilities that you believe would make you a successful member of the Office of Civic Innovation & Digital Strategy with a focus on skills and abilities related to the Broadband Manager position.

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.

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Danielle Torralba at danielle.torralba@sanjoseca.gov. The first application review will be on October 20, 2020.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers. Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers.