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Under direction, supervises, evaluates, plans, and participates in work relating to the production, treatment, delivery, and protection of the City's water supply; supervises, operates, and maintains water production facilities and equipment; assists in the preparation and administration of the division budget; evaluates and trains assigned staff; interfaces with and coordinates assigned functions with other City services and departments; represents plant operations with government regulatory agencies; ensures safe work practices, work quality, and accuracy; and performs related duties as assigned.

Supervision Received/Exercised: Receives direction from the Public Works Director. Exercises direct and indirect supervision over assigned staff.

Essential Functions: (include but are not limited to the following)

Accepts administrative responsibility for the activities, operations, and services of the Water Treatment Division in providing a safe and reliable water supply for the City; plans, supervises, prioritizes, monitors, and participates in the work of staff responsible for the maintenance and operation of the water treatment plant and related production/storage systems; ensures compliance with state, federal, and local   mandates for water quality; makes plant operation modifications as needed.

Supervises and performs tasks related to the maintenance, repair, and construction of water production and treatment plant facilities, wells, reservoirs, tanks, equipment, and related control systems; inspects the maintenance and repair of equipment for quality, compliance with applicable standards, and proper operation.

Oversees laboratory analysis programs for untreated and treated water samples and is responsible for operating and systems modification based on test results; implements the lead and copper program; supervises and participates in the monitoring of water quality instruments and chlorination to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.

Prepares a variety of water quality and water use reports for regulatory agencies and internal operations; acts as the liaison to the public on water quality issues; conducts regular inspections to identify maintenance and repair needs; schedules, plans, and supervises the installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical systems.

Evaluates and recommends the best use of supplies, materials, and equipment; requisitions, inventories, and supervises the use of all materials, supplies, and equipment used in the operation and maintenance of water production facilities; collaborates with the Utilities Operations Manager on the flushing of the distribution system; supervises the taking of well soundings; utilizes automatic and manual control systems to regulate the flow of water and chemical feed rates to ensure optimum safety and efficiency; performs plant operation and maintenance assignments, as necessary.

Evaluates staffing requirements and utilization of staff; supervises, evaluates, trains, and motivates assigned staff; develops and directs staff safety training programs; oversees safety of assigned staff and monitors work in progress; schedules staff work assignments.

Assists the Public Works Director with operating and capital improvement budgets; analyzes annual operating costs and makes recommendations for budget development and improvements in operating costs; administers and monitors the approved budget; prepares project cost estimates and analysis.

Attends and participates in organizational and community meetings, as necessary; stays current on issues relative to water production and treatment technologies; responds to and resolves community and organizational inquiries and complaints related to treatment system operations; represents the City's water production functions in public relations activities and with regulatory agencies; establishes and maintains a customer service orientation within the division.

Performs standby duties for water and wastewater treatment facilities on a routinely scheduled basis. • Enforces rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to the operation of the water treatment system and waste discharge requirements prescribed in all applicable sections of the Clean Water Act and the California Water Code.

Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.

Working Conditions:

Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, crawling and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires near and far vision when inspecting work and performing maintenance on assigned equipment. The position requires the need to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing 25 pounds or more. Additionally, the incumbent in this position may be exposed to biohazards and a variety of working conditions, including wet, hot and cold. The incumbent may use cleaning and lubricating chemicals, which may expose the employee to fumes, dust and air contaminants. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to climb ladders and work in confined spaces. The incumbent may be required to respond to emergency call-outs and perform routine standby duties.

Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

Knowledge of:

Modern principles, practices, and techniques of water treatment operations, quality assurance, process controls, and systems maintenance; testing methods and procedures, including qualitative and quantitative analysis; principles and practices of water production, storage, and delivery; design, planning, and development of water production facilities; cost, time, and materials estimating; principles and practices of bacteriological and sampling techniques and mathematical analysis; methods and techniques of supervision, training, and motivation; applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including those governing the production and distribution of potable water; methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; standard office procedures, practices and equipment; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing; proper English, spelling and grammar; occupational hazards and standard safety practices; office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Ability to:

Plan, organize and supervise the operation of a water treatment plant and associated storage and distribution systems; ensure equipment is maintained appropriately; accurately supervise and perform water quality laboratory testing and analysis; ensure chemical and bacteriological laboratory tests are conducted in accordance with mandates; analyze and interpret laboratory tests and make modifications to water production system operations as required; maintain accurate and updated logs, records, and reports; prepare and submit comprehensive and mandated reports; perform plant operation and maintenance assignments; represent the City's water treatment functions with other governmental agencies and community groups; plan, organize, train, evaluate, and direct work of assigned staff; interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations; read, interpret, and record data accurately; organize, prioritize, and follow-up on work assignments; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; analyze a complex issue and develop and implement an appropriate response; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Skill to:

Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications; safely and effectively operate the tools and equipment used in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment system.

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for a Chief Utility Operator -Water Treatment. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of four years of experience in the operation, mechanical maintenance and repair of water treatment systems, at least two of which were while in possession of a Grade III Water Treatment Plant Operator certificate, and possession of a high school diploma or equivalent with 24 continuing education credits needed to renew certification.

License/Certificate:

Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver’s license.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver's license.

Possession of a Grade IV Certification as a Water Treatment Plant Operator from the California State Department of Health Services

Possession of a Grade II Certification as a Wastewater Plant Operator from the California State Water Quality Control Board.

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Plan Checker I/II in the Building Department within the Community Development & Service Agency. Initially under close supervision, the Plan Checker I/II performs plan and specification review for construction, improvement, remodeling, alteration and repair plans for compliance with codes, ordinances and regulations; performs related work as assigned. As experience is gained, duties become more complex and are performed under more general supervision.  This class is alternately staffed with Plan Checker II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications for the higher level class, and obtaining licenses and certifications as required.

About CDSA

The Community Development and Services Agency (CDSA) strives to improve the overall quality of life for our residents and fiscal health of our businesses by coordinating the orderly growth and development of the County. We accomplish this by providing proper implementation of related regulations, providing community services, and by providing operation, maintenance, and expansion of Public Works infrastructure. 

Human Resources Specialist

$27.08 - 36.30 per hour (DOQ)

This is a non-exempt, unrepresented, full-time position.

The Sacramento Public Library is looking for a Human Resources Specialist to join our Human Resources Department. If you are a person of integrity, collaborative in nature, customer service oriented, analytical and tech savvy, have experience working with a variety of HR systems and enjoy a fast paced and challenging work environment this may be the perfect fit.

THE POSITION

The Director is a regular full-time, administrative, exempt and at-will position. Under general administrative direction, plans, directs, and manages the activities, staffing, resources and operations of the City’s Human Resources Department; acts as a member of the City Manager’s management team; and provides highly-responsible and complex administrative support to the City Manager.

The ideal candidate is a strong relationship-builder with a hands-on mindset; approachable, responsive and influential.  Currently the City is in a temporary hiring freeze due to the pandemic and the Director is also required to fulfill numerous analyst responsibilities in the interim.  The City provides exposure to most facets of HR opportunities and challenges for the Director and seeks a team-player who lives an open-door policy, defend positions of positive change and is not afraid to deliver critical feedback. 

This is an excellent opportunity for a new or seasoned leader to realize their desired potential and advance progressive initiatives.  Each department head has their own contract with the City, including HR Director.

THE DEPARTMENT

The Human Resources Department operates with three full-time staff members (including the Director, an HR Analyst and HR Technician) with an annual budget of approximately $700K.  There is an active contract in place with Stan State’s MPA graduate program for interns to assist with research and special projects as well as provide exposure to the public sector in developing future HR leaders.  HR in Ceres is full-service including all of Risk Management. The Department may work an alternate work schedule providing for maximum work/life balance to offset the current demand of the positions.  The Department recently implemented a robust citywide, paperless and continuous performance evaluation system.

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in human resources management, business administration, public administration, or related field.

Experience:

Five years of increasingly responsible human resources experience including two years of management and administrative responsibility. Experience in a public agency is highly desirable.

License or Certificate:

Possession of a valid California Driver License.

See job description link below for knowledge and abilities required and the physical demands and working environment.

The City of Ceres is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District

CAPITAL PROJECT MANAGER II-III*
CPM II Annual Pay Range: $84,079 – $104,980 – plus full benefits, including CalPERS Pension

CPM III Annual Pay Range: $102,187 – $127,600 – plus full benefits, including CalPERS Pension

* Midpen determines hiring level depending on qualifications

OPEN UNTIL FILLED - First application review on September 27, 2020

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply early

The application window may close at any time after September 27th without further notice

Do you have a passion for outdoor recreation and open space? With the passage of Measure AA, the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District has ramped up project delivery to fulfill commitments made to the public regarding greater access and outdoor education, protected open space lands, and resource restoration.  Midpen has an excellent opportunity for a bright, enthusiastic, energetic, and experienced individual for Capital Project Manager II-III who will manage key public access projects in open space areas in Santa Clara, San Mateo, and Santa Cruz Counties.  

Capital Project Manager III project work includes designing, permitting, and contracting for recreational amenities such as bridges, roads, staging areas, site amenities, structures, water systems, and District infrastructure.

Capital Project Manager II project work includes assisting with design, permitting, and contracting.

About Midpen:  Midpen is a regional greenbelt system in the Santa Cruz Mountain region comprised of nearly 65,000 acres of land in 26 extraordinary open space preserves, permanently protected for public enjoyment and recreation. Midpen is a growing organization with a focused mission that guides our work, and where every employee makes an impact.  If you are looking for an outstanding opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space protection and outdoor recreation, working with an incredible team of like-minded colleagues, we invite you to apply for this position!  View the interactive story map, Top 25 Future Open Space Project Portfolios, and view our Working for Midpen video.

About the Position:  The focus is on the development and implementation of a wide variety of capital improvement projects to increase public access and enjoyment of Midpen lands.  Ideal applicants will be an organized, creative, energetic, self-starter with excellent oral and written communication skills, who enjoy working in an outdoor open space setting within a collaborative group dynamic. The applicant is also expected to foster communication and collaboration with other Midpen departments to coordinate project requirements, work with local jurisdictional agencies to fulfill project permitting requirements, interact with project design consultants and contractors, and maintain project documentation.

Midpen will look for applicants who have demonstrated expertise in the following areas:

The Capital Project Manager II supports a project from final design development through construction. This position focuses on construction project management – evaluating the constructability of a project during design, assisting with bidding, award of contract and managing construction oversight to completion.   Applicants with construction inspection, civil engineering, and/or construction management backgrounds are highly desired. For additional information, see the Capital Project Manager II job description on Midpen’s website.

The Capital Project Manager III supports a project from planning and conceptual design and takes a lead role from design development through construction.  This position requires strong project management – evaluating the constructability of a project during planning and conceptual design, and leading the design development and engineering, permitting, CEQA mitigation compliance, bidding, contracting and construction oversight to completion. The Capital Project Manager III uses their strong communication skills to present projects to the Board of Directors, Board Committees, and at public meetings. For additional information, see the Capital Project Manager III job description on Midpen’s website. Applicants with engineering, landscape architecture, construction inspection, and/or construction management backgrounds are highly desired.

Work Environment:  During this time of COVID-19 restrictions and care for our employees’ health, Midpen employees are working remotely. However, once restrictions are lifted this position will operate in the Engineering and Construction Department at Midpen’s office in Los Altos, California.  Capital Project Managers will often work in the field, and hike steep terrain and wildland areas with poison oak and wildlife. Fieldwork will require driving in remote areas on dirt roads, working in temperatures ranging from cold and blustery to hot and dry. Ideal candidates will be comfortable working in these types of field conditions, as well as in an office environment.

Education and Experience:  We realize your time is valuable, so please apply only if you have at least the required minimum qualifications outlined here: 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 civil or structural engineering, construction management, landscape architecture, or a related field, and:

Capital Project Manager II: three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in construction design, construction, and inspection preferably in parks, open space, or related field.

Capital Project Manager III: five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in project management preferably in parks, open space, or related field.  A Master’s Degree in an Engineering, Architecture, or Geology discipline and/or a professional license (PE, PG, Landscape Architect, Architect) is highly desirable.

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: Open until filled.  First application review will be on September 27, 2020. The application window may close at any time without further notice after September 27th.  Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply early.

A note to applicants who currently live outside of the San Francisco Bay Area: before committing to the application process, and if you haven’t done so already, we suggest evaluating the feasibility of relocation. We recommend researching the cost of living in the San Francisco Bay Area, the cost to relocate, and typical commute times to Los Altos from outlying areas.

Ready to apply?  Great!  We welcome your application online via CalOpps.org

The following application items are required in order to be considered*:

1. Fully completed CalOpps employment application 

2. Cover letter 

3. Resume 

4. Supplemental question responses

*Incomplete CalOpps employment applications, or applications without the required application items, will not be considered for the position.

Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for an interview.

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation

by contacting the Human Resources department at (650) 691-1200.

Put your passion for Open Space to work!

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Early Learning & Development Manager

Application DEADLINE:  Apply by 5:00PM, Sunday September 20, 2020
This is an exempt, full-time management position.
Annual Salary: $85,170 - $119,843

Are you passionate about the future? Do you want to be part of Sacramento Public Library’s leadership team and have the privilege of leading the charge to prepare our children, ages 0 to 5 to start school ready to read? Are you energized by the idea of creating a brand-new position and direction for the Sacramento Public Library? 

Knowing that job descriptions are never quite perfect and that life has a way of happening while we make other plans, Sacramento Public Library is recruiting for the newly-created Early Learning Development Manager. This position requires a strong individual with profound expertise in the principles and practices of early learning who is also able to elevate support for the library’s efforts to prepare every child in Sacramento County to be ready to read.

The successful candidate will direct the Library’s early learning priorities, working closely with the best Youth Services team in the nation to ensure that staff are trained and collections are robust while simultaneously working with the Library Director to build community support to take early learning services and other community learning priorities to new heights.

For consideration to the Early Learning Development Manager position, please complete the following by the application deadline 5pm – September 20, 2020.

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PARKS & LANDSCAPE SUPERVISOR

$6,331 - $7,696/mo. + excellent benefits

DEFINITION: Under direction oversees landscape services, repair and reconstruction work in a variety of park, tree, landscape and irrigation maintenance areas; and performs a variety of complex tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility. Exercises direct supervision over professional and maintenance staff.

POSITION SNAPSHOT:  This Parks and Landscape Supervisor position is responsible for the daily supervision of all Parks Division in-house maintenance crews, and management of the budget resources associated with the work that they perform. This Supervisor also responds to complaints and inquiries from residents related to their areas of responsibility. These Parks Division crews perform daily park maintenance activities related to sports fields, playgrounds, electrical and lighting systems, pool facility maintenance, as well as City-wide graffiti removal and other general maintenance activities. These crews also provide support for activities and special events conducted by the Community Services Department (CSD). The Supervisor works closely with CSD staff and participates in the planning of these activities and events.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The incumbent must have the ability to:

• Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for field maintenance activities; implement policies and procedures.
• Supervise the completion of landscape field checks performed by City staff or outside consultants to assure that the landscape maintenance and installation is in conformance with approved standards and plans.
• Evaluate operations and activities of assigned duties; recommend improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities.
• Participate in budget preparation and administration with assigned area of responsibility; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendation; submit justifications for budget items; monitor and control expenditures.
• Participate in the selection of staff; provide and coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures.
• Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.
• Coordinate assigned field maintenance services activities; with other City departments, divisions, and outside agencies; coordinate the scheduling of equipment and vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Coordinate and provide maintenance personnel for City sponsored events and activities.
• Prepare necessary contracts required to assure continuity of landscape services as required throughout the City.
• Supervise the procurement process; maintain time, materials and equipment use records; purchase needed equipment and supplies.
• Estimate cost of a project including time, equipment, materials and supplies; gather bid information for contract repairs.
• Coordinate and monitor pesticide maintenance program.
• Interpret and work from sketches, penciled layouts and blueprints and prepare plans for minor projects.
• Supervise, train and evaluate assigned administrative, professional, technical and maintenance staff.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Establish and maintain cooperative 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 sitting, standing, working on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, and making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. The need to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing 25 pounds or more is also required. Additionally, the incumbent works in all weather conditions including wet, hot and cold. Must have good hearing when working with employees and public.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: A combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. The employee must have the knowledge of principles and methods involved in modern parks and grounds maintenance; horticulture applicable to landscape maintenance and development and weed abatement practices; methods, materials and techniques used in the construction of public works projects; comprehension of grading procedures as they relate to landscape design practices; types and levels of maintenance and repair activities generally performed in field maintenance programs; elements of construction technology as they relate to assigned construction maintenance and repair activities; principles and procedures of record keeping and reporting; safe work practices, traffic control, confined space entry. EXPERIENCE: Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in the maintenance of parkland and recreation areas, including one (1) year of supervisory or lead responsibility and one (1) year of inspection work. EDUCATION: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in personnel supervision, construction maintenance and inspection and/or a closely related field. An Associate’s Degree may substitute for up to one (2) two years of the experience requirement. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Possession of, and continuously throughout employment, a valid Class “C” California Driver’s License and a California Pesticide License. The following licenses/certifications are desirable: Landscape Irrigation Auditor Certificate, N.R.P.A. Playground Inspector Certificate, I.S.A. Arborist license.