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FREMONT — A CITY ON THE MOVE!

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city, and has recently generated national attention by placing 7th on the list of the Greenest Cities in America according to a 2018 Wallet Hub survey and ranking 3rd Best City in the Nation  to raise a family, according to another 2018 survey by Wallet Hub. Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, green technology, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks and nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 235,000 residents.   As a full service City, Fremont employs over 952 regular employees and has a General Fund budget of $219.9 million.  

Fremont is an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, collaboration, mutual respect, and diversity. Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly, enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.   

Human Resources is  Looking for someone who is:
- Energized with a Can-Do attitude.
- Technology focused.
- Skilled in the fields of Recruitment and Examination.
- Skilled in establishing effective recruiting leads.
- Able to engage candidates through relevant social media platforms.
- Skilled in written communication and in making effective oral presentations.
- A creative problem solver.
- Able to build strong working relationships with diverse labor groups.
- Energized by a fast paced working environment with competing projects and deadlines.
- Proficient in working with managers across the City to provide counsel and assistance regarding examination and compensation issues including developing creative recruiting plans for hard to fill positions, and resolving claims of working out of class.   
- The position may be filled at either the Analyst I or II level depending on the candidates’ qualifications and experience.   

What you will do all day:
- Identify and implement industry best practices for hard to fill positions such as Firefighter, IT Professionals and  Building Maintenance workers.
- Use social media to attract candidates and increase applicant pools.
- Implement best recruiting practices to reduce the full recruitment cycle.

Tools used in Human Resources:
- Oracle - People Soft    
- Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- Neogov-Applicant Tracking

A few reasons you might love this job:
- You will have a direct impact on the community we serve.
- You will directly contribute to the success of the Human Resources team.
- You will be challenged at work every day.
- The work environment is amazing.  You will work with people who are highly trained, energetic and driven.
- The state of the City of Fremont is strong.  We enjoy a collaborative working relationship with all nine bargaining units and a balanced fiscal year budget.
- You will be recognized for the work you complete.
- You will have daily interactions with your customers.

A few challenges you might face in this job:
- You will work on multiple assignments at once with competing deadlines.
- Project outcomes will be defined but methods will sometimes be self-determined.  
- You will be required to periodically work after 5:00 p.m. or on weekends in support of a recruitment or examination.

If you are interested in pursuing this exciting career opportunity, please complete an online employment application, supplemental questionnaire, and include a comprehensive resume.  Apply online at www.cityoflivermore.net/jobs by 5 p.m. on Friday, December 6, 2019. 

For questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Consultant Rebecca Burnside at rebecca@its-personnel.com or (415) 786-2666.

The City of Livermore is currently recruiting for the position of Human Resources Manager.  Human Resources is a division of the Administrative Services Department. Administrative Services is comprised of the City Clerk's Office, Finance, Information Technology, and Human Resources. Under the guidance of the Administrative Services Director, each discipline is managed by a division manager. Human Resources supports eight municipal departments and a workforce of approximately 400 employees. Working collaboratively with the City’s Leadership Team and City employees, HR strives to create and enhance employment programs that attract and retain talented employees. Human Resources programs and services include Recruitment & Selection, Employee Benefits Administration, Employee Development & Training, Labor Relations, Classification and Compensation Administration, administrative support for Workers’ Compensation, and Volunteer Administration.

The Human Resources Manager plans, organizes, directs, and supervises the Human Resources Division of the Administrative Services Department; and coordinates activities with other divisions/departments, internal and external customers, and other stakeholders and performs advanced level, professional human resources work. The Human Resources Manager requires a combination of education and experience likely to produce the required qualifications. An example of qualifying education and experience is equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field of study and four years of progressively responsible human resources experience including two years of employee supervision and human resources program management.

We have an excellent opportunity in the Community Development Department of the City of Thousand Oaks!

We are seeking a customer service oriented individual with the competence and experience to address challenges with confidence and professionalism.  The Community Development Technician I will assist with building permit issuance, and provide information on City codes, policies, standards, and processes.  

The Community Development Technician must possess excellent customer service and communication skills, be self-motivated, exercise discretion and independent judgment, and project a very professional image through in-person, phone, and e-mail interactions at all times.

Primary responsibilities:

• Respond to inquiries at the public counter related to construction from homeowners, contractors, architects, engineers, etc.
• Assist customers in the process of preparing, submitting, and correcting building permit application packages
• Review building applications, plans, and related materials required for permit issuance or plan check submittal
• Coordinate with building inspection and plan checking personnel to keep customers informed of their permit status
• Calculate and collect application, plan check and permit fees and establish valuations 

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under general direction, performs complex supervisory and administrative work in planning, organizing, scheduling and managing public works activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Incumbents in this position typically perform but are not limited to the duties noted below on a regular basis:

• Establishes policies and procedures to improve effectiveness of day-to-day operations;
• Assists with the selection, training, evaluation and disciplining of employees;
• Assists with preparation and administration of operating and capital improvement program budgets;
• Plans, organizes, coordinates, supervises and evaluates programs, services, staffing, equipment and infrastructure of the Public Works Department;
• Assists with the development or update of the water, sewer and storm drain master plans, the capital improvement program and other municipal infrastructure programs;
• Assists with the preparation of equipment specifications for bidding processes;
• Assists with project management for the construction of municipal public works projects;
• Evaluates issues and options regarding municipal public works and makes recommendations to the Public Works Director;
• Maintains regular contact with consulting engineers, construction project engineers, City, County, State and Federal agencies, professional and technical groups and the general public regarding department activities and services;
• Oversees employee safety and training programs.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of an associate degree in civil engineering, construction management, public administration or a closely related field, and minimum of five (5) years previous public works experience including at least two (2) years of utilities management preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Considerable knowledge of management principles, practices and methods that are employed by municipal public works agencies, City policies, laws and regulations. Exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with employees, consultants, other governmental agency representatives, City officials and the general public; supervise and evaluate employees; conduct research and compile comprehensive reports.

*The salary for this position is recommended by staff - actual salary to be approved by City Council in September.

The City of Sunnyvale is actively seeking a highly energetic, skilled, and motivated individual to join a well-established municipality as a Public Works Construction Inspector. The individual will perform quality assurance inspections on typical City capital construction projects. These projects include but are not limited to roadway rehabilitation, water, storm and sewer lines replacement, water stations and plants, wastewater and solid waste processing, parks, traffic systems and building upgrades and rehabilitation.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for excellence, a commitment to serving the community and have outstanding interpersonal skills. Other skills the City is looking for include strong leadership; ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships; and the ability to collaborate with a wide variety of stakeholders.

All of this, plus a generous benefits package and a competitive salary make the City of Sunnyvale a great place to work. 

A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.  The final filing date is December 2, 2019 at 5:00 pm. For complete information regarding this opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov.

$39.26 - $50.11 Hourly

Salary: $81,662.26 - $104,224.43 Annually

Water System Supervisor

$29.86-$38.23 Hourly

$62,116.78 - $79,514.73 Annually

Open Until Filled

THE POSITION

The City of Chowchilla is seeking a full time Water System Supervisor who, under general direction, supervises, develops, and directs the work of staff performing difficult and complex technical and administrative support related to all programs and activities of the City’s water distribution division; assists with long- and short-term project planning and overseeing the design, construction, maintenance, and operations of water utility systems, facilities, and related appurtenances and other programs; works with technical and engineering staff to monitor and maintain water quality in accordance with State requirements; coordinates assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies for services such as meter reading and repair; provides complex and responsible support to the Public Works Director and others in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.

Incumbents serves as the Division Manager to the City’s water distribution system. Responsibilities include planning, organizing, supervising, reviewing, and evaluating the work of water quality, maintenance, and operations staff either directly or through lead workers. Incumbents are expected to independently perform the full range of water quality, maintenance and operations duties. Performance of the work requires the use of considerable independence, initiative and discretion within established guidelines. This classification is distinguished from the water worker series in that it has direct supervisory responsibilities. 

Wastewater System Supervisor

$29.86 - $38.23 Hourly

$62,116.78 - $79,514.73 Annually

Open Until Filled

THE POSITION

The City of Chowchilla is seeking a full time Wastewater System Supervisor who, under general direction, supervises, develops, and directs the work of staff performing difficult and complex technical and administrative support related to all programs and activities of the City’s Treatment Operations and Collection System Maintenance Operations; assists with long- and short-term project planning and overseeing the design, construction, maintenance, and operations of wastewater collection system and wastewater treatment plant, facilities, and related appurtenances and other programs; works with technical and engineering staff to monitor and maintain water quality in accordance with State requirements; coordinates assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies for services such as meter reading and repair; provides complex and responsible support to the Public Works Director and others in areas of expertise; and performs other duties as assigned.

Incumbent serves as the Division Manager to the City’s Treatment Operations and Collection System Maintenance Operations system. Responsibilities include planning, organizing, supervising, reviewing, and evaluating the work of wastewater operations, maintenance, and operations staff either directly or through lead workers. Incumbents are expected to independently perform the full range of wastewater treatment and collection, maintenance and operations duties. Performance of the work requires the use of considerable independence, initiative and discretion within established guidelines. This classification is distinguished from the water worker series in that it has direct supervisory responsibilities. 

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. 

The Organization

The City of Lathrop incorporated in 1989 and operates in a Council-Manager form of government. The Lathrop City Council is comprised of five members, including the directly elected Mayor and four Councilmembers. This vibrant organization enjoys a strong, collaborative, and open setting.  Lathrop has developed a long-range strategy to ensure a strong financial position for short and long-term stability.

The Building  Division

The Building Division is part of the Public Works Department  and is responsible for serving the public by ensuring that the safety depicted by the current adopted California Codes and the Lathrop Municipal Code are enforced during the construction, use, occupancy and maintenance of buildings and structures, and all of their various components. This is accomplished by providing examination of plans, calculations and specifications, inspections of all aspects of on‐site construction and providing staff to perform and manage the building permit process. Staff carries on this service after permits are issued and finalized by maintaining plans and documents for future inquires.

The Permit Technician Position

The Permit Technician performs a wide variety of technical and administrative support duties for the Building Division.  Under the general direction of the Chief Building Official, or designee, the incumbent provides information to the public related to the application processes, plan review processes, fees, and policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Provides information to homeowners, builders, engineers, developers, architects and the public; serves as the initial public contact for the Building division by phone or at the counter; answers general questions regarding building functions and explains building ordinances, procedures and requirements; assists and advises the general public in matters relating to building requirements, status of submitted projects.
• Checks building plans and issues building permits for minor residential additions and alterations; approves small project plans and issues over the counter permits; reviews applications for completeness and accuracy; verifies contractor’s licenses, construction bonds, and insurance coverages; calculates plan check and building permit fees for plans submitted for review based on the type of construction and square footage, or by evaluated cost; collects fees and issues receipts for various applications, registrations and licenses; inputs data into automated information systems.
• Receives residential, commercial building and development permit applications and plans; opens plan review files; coordinates with other departments and follows up on permit status as necessary; receives, logs, and distributes development plans for plan checking; inputs plan review information from all departments into automated system; updates and generates required reports; maintains and retrieves files and documents for all permit areas; reviews corrected plans for conformity with requirements; calculates fees and submits documentation for permit issuance.
• Accepts various planning applications and plans; checks for completeness and accuracy; performs a variety of office support and technical tasks for assigned areas of responsibility; prepares, types, word processes, and proofreads a variety of documents, including general correspondence, memoranda and related materials.
• See job description for additional details.

Qualifications & the Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will:

Demonstrate a minimum of 3 years of increasingly responsible office support and/or technical work experience involving heavy public contact.

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in construction, planning or building is desirable.
• Deliver excellent customer service for both internal and external customers.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver’s license.
• Be able to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Have a positive, friendly attitude.