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Want to Make a Difference in the Community?
The City of Palo Alto's Office of Transportation is looking to fill a Senior Transportation Planner (Senior Planner) position with a highly-qualified individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and engaging with a dynamic community in Silicon Valley. The Senior Transportation Planner will manage a variety of projects including rail-grade separation planning, coordinated area plan support, updates to citywide modal master plans, Transportation Demand Management policy and programming, and policy updates to various City plans. The Senior Planner will report to the Transportation Planning Manager, assist with development review, help coordinate transportation activities with other regional, state, and local transportation agencies, and prepare for and present at meetings before Council, Commissions, and the general public.

This position is also responsible for coordinating and monitoring the work of consultants planning and designing multi-modal transportation projects, with a focus on building out the City's bicycle boulevard and enhanced bikeway networks.  The City is currently advancing enhanced bikeway projects identified in the 2012 Palo Alto Bicycle + Pedestrian Transportation Plan. The person in this position will develop and lead public engagement strategies in support of this and other efforts working very collaboratively with other City staff.

Under minimal supervision, the successful candidate will perform complex professional planning functions required in the Office of Transportation. These functions include: environmental review, project review, special planning or transportation study preparation, historic preservation, and updates to various City plans. Position may act as project manager on assigned projects, including coordination of the work of other professional and technical personnel.

Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate will be a certified Planner (AICP) with experience in coordinating the planning, designing and construction of transportation projects.  Certification as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Traffic Engineer (TE) is also desirable.  Experience with public engagement and meeting facilitation is desired. Candidates should have knowledge of best practices in transportation planning and engineering, including an understanding of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices, California Highway Design Guide, NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide, AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities and other relevant guidelines and publications from Caltrans, American Association of State and Highway and Transportation Officials and Institute of Transportation Engineers.  An interest in bicycling and League Certified Instructor (LCI) certification from the League of American Bicyclists are a plus.

In addition to possessing effective and persuasive communication skills (written and oral) with a wide diversity of people, the ideal candidate will have superior writing skills, experience organizing public engagement plans and activities, analytical experience, ability to direct, coordinate and review the work of assigned team members, and work with demanding and competing deadlines. Good judgment and demonstrated ability to handle sensitive issues with diplomacy and poise are also highly desirable.
 
The City of Palo Alto values the environment and quality of life and has set aggressive mode-shift goals to reduce traffic impacts to the community and greenhouse gas emissions.  The City is already leading the way, with a world-class Safe Routes to School Partnership and one of the highest percentages of bicycle commuters in the United States.  The ideal candidate will work to improve the safety and efficiency of the City's surface transportation network, while respecting all modes of transportation and working to accommodate all roadway users in every project. The enthusiastic, multi-disciplinary Office of Transportation team collaborates to enhance quality of life in Palo Alto while improving equity and environmental sustainability.
 
The City of Palo Alto offers a great work environment with a flexible work schedule and robust benefits package.

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POSITION SUMMARY

Under general direction, formulates and develops recommendations for short and long-range traffic, transportation and parking policies and directs or assists in directing the implementation of all plans, projects and programs which provide for the safe and efficient movement of vehicles, pedestrians, bicyclists and goods. Prepares written and verbal reports to City Council, Planning Commission, Complete Streets Commission and other boards and commissions and external agencies as needed. Reviews traffic studies and mitigation plans related to zoning changes, use permits, and redevelopment to ensure conformance with best management practices. Performs traffic and civil engineering work in the review, development, design, construction of variety of municipal traffic related capital improvement projects. Coordinates grant writing and grant management; performs liaison functions with other local, sub-regional and regional agencies, community committees and groups on behalf of the City and performs other duties as required.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Selects, directs, assigns, and evaluates professional and administrative support staff; trains staff in work procedures and administers discipline as required; directs budget oversight, acquisition of grant funding from outside agencies, schedule and route development, performance monitoring, and evaluation; acts as project manager for comprehensive transportation studies and projects related to school commute safety, bicycle program, and other transportation projects and programs; prepares reports to senior management, City Council, boards and commissions; leads project teams consisting of other staff, consultants, or contractors and citizen participants; manages and designs traffic and transportation-related Capital Improvement Projects; acts as City liaison with County, regional and state agencies involved with transportation planning and funding; directs, coordinates, and prepares reports and studies on transportation projects and issues and makes presentations to various commission and committees; prepares documentation and represents the City as required for applying for, securing, and managing outside transportation grant revenue; acts as liaison to special committees and governmental agencies; makes presentations to community, staff, and City Council; determines scope of work, prepares requests for proposals, evaluates proposals, and participates in the selection of consultants and negotiation of consultant contracts; manages and administers contracts through course of work; coordinates transportation issues with various disciplines within City government related to development and capital project review; performs field investigations, data collection and analyses, traffic counts, engineering evaluations, issues work requests and other analytical functions to respond to citizen requests and complaints; assists in budget preparation and monitoring; acts as staff liaison to the Complete Streets Commission; performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of civil engineering and transportation planning; relevant federal, state, local laws and regulations; functions of state, federal and local transportation agencies; data management, including database and spreadsheet applications and specialized transportation computer applications. Skills and Ability to: Implementing, interpreting and explaining complex policies, procedures and ordinances; conduct analytical studies, compile technical and statistical information; prepare clear and concise correspondence and reports; perform with considerable independence; communicate effectively, orally and in writing; Make effective, informative presentations utilizing appropriate audio/visual tools and resources; prepare professional reports and contract document; make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions; perform signal and stop warrants.

Experience and Education:

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Five years of progressively responsible professional planning and civil engineering or administrative experience primarily in transportation planning and civil design activities, including at least two years in a project lead/manager capacity.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning, Public Administration, Urban Planning or other closely related subject from an accredited university.

Required Licenses or Certificates:

A license as a California Civil Engineer or Traffic Engineer is highly desired. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/GENERAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, to inspect City development and construction sites, to operate a motor vehicle, and to visit various City and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas and walking on uneven terrain and climbing to reach certain access points may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position ranges from $124,383 up to $151,189 annually. Placement within the range will be DOE. This position is at will and the full terms and conditions of this position will be subject to an employment contract. The benefits package offered by the City includes:

• Retirement: CalPERS retirement plan for Classic members is 2% @ 60 with employee paying a contribution of 7%. PEPRA employees participate on a 2.0% @ 62 plan, with employee paying 6.25% of the retirement contribution. Benefits based on highest three years of compensation. The City does not participate in Social Security.

• Health Plans: Choice of HMO or PPO plans through CalPERS Health with most family plans covered at 100%. Employees who waive coverage may receive stipend of $350 per month.

• Dental/Vision: City also offers a dental and vision reimbursement plan

• Vacation Leave: Management new hires may combine previous years of experience from other public agencies to receive increased accrual rate

• Flexible Spending Plan: Dependent care and health care reimbursement plan available

• Deferred Compensation: Voluntary participation in either Nationwide or ICMA-RC

• Holidays: 10 annual holidays, plus one floating holiday

• Sick Leave: Allowance of 12 days annually

• Management Leave: Allowance of 40 hours each fiscal year

• Cell Phone Allowance: $35 per month

• The City follows a Defined 9/80 schedule with offices closed every other Friday.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including employment verification and a complete background investigation. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination. Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Division upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. The City of Los Altos is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

A completed City application, cover letter and resume must be received no later than Friday, April 19, 2019.

SELECTION PROCESS

The applicants most closely matching the City’s desired qualifications and organizational needs will be invited to participate in the interview process.

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FINAL DATE FOR FILING: March 26, 2019.

THE POSITION

Assistant Engineer is the entry and trainee level in the professional civil engineering series. Under immediate supervision, employees perform first level professional civil engineering field and office work while acting in a trainee capacity in connection with the planning, design, construction and maintenance of a wide variety of civil engineering projects.

Associate Engineer is the journey level job classification and Associate Civil Engineer is the registered journey level classification in the engineering series. At both levels, a high degree of technical expertise and some periodic lead responsibilities are required. Under general supervision, incumbents may perform a variety of professional engineering services in such areas as planning, design and construction inspection of roads, park trails, bridges, drainage, sanitary sewer systems, water supply, and other public works projects. Associate Civil Engineers may provide lead direction to other staff in completing projects of greater difficulty and complexity. Incumbents will be required to perform field work in support of the planning, the design and/or construction inspection of public works projects.

NOTE: Associate Civil Engineer differs from the Associate Engineer classification in that employees in the former must be registered as professional engineers in the State of California and may provide lead direction to other staff in completing projects of greater difficulty and complexity.

There are currently two vacancies in the following units:

Design and Construction
The Assistant/Associate/Associate Civil Engineer that would be assigned to the Design and Construction Section would perform AutoCAD/Civil3D work and work on Public Works infrastructure projects such as roads, drainage, retaining walls, bridges, sewer and other public works facilities including the planning, designing, preparation of construction bid documents and inspection of public works facilities.  This position may also involve the application and management of outside grants associated with Public Works facilities.

Roads Services Operations
The Assistant/Associate/Associate Civil Engineer that would be assigned to the Road Operations Section would design and manage traffic circulation improvement projects, review and comment on traffic studies and routinely deal with traffic engineering firms and the public on traffic engineering issues.  In addition, work may include managing consulting traffic engineering firms and performing in-house traffic modeling.

The ideal candidate for this position is:

• Technically knowledgeable and experienced in the principles and practices of civil engineering, and public works design, construction, and maintenance.
• An effective communicator, both orally and in writing; able to represent the County in meetings and presentations to various groups including community groups, regulatory and other governmental agencies, and the general public.
• Customer-focused and interpersonally effective in dealing with staff, engineers, contractors and the public, and in coordinating with law enforcement agencies, emergency responders and other agencies when necessary.
• Provide information to the public and other governmental agencies, in person or over the telephone, regarding County procedures and regulations, facility locations, plan requirements and property ownership, which may require the interpretation of policies and procedures.
• Perform development plan reviews and prepare plan review comments.
• Able to analyze and evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations and prepare effective technical staff reports.
• Accountable and able to schedule and carry through with assignments with independence.
• Experience in designing public works projects such as road improvements, drainage improvements, parks facilities, and sewers, is ideal with work experience using computer aided drafting software such as AutoCAD/Civil3D.
• Proficient in computer aided drafting and design software.

QUALIFICATIONS
Licensure/Certification: Candidates for Associate Civil Engineer must possess a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California at the time of hire. Candidates for Traffic Engineer must possess a valid Certificate of Registration as a Traffic Engineer in the State of California is required at the time of hire as or upon designation as Traffic Engineer. Some positions require possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent.

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:

• Assistant Engineer: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering OR twenty-four semester units in civil engineering courses and three years of civil engineering experience in office, field or survey party work OR possession of an Engineer in Training Certificate.
• Associate Engineer: Two years of professional civil engineering experience which has included field and office work in the planning, design, construction and maintenance of a variety of civil engineering projects.
• Associate Civil Engineer: In addition to possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California at the time of hire, two years of professional civil engineering experience which has included field and office work in the planning, design, construction and maintenance of a variety of civil engineering projects.

Knowledge of: 

• Civil engineering practices and procedures including design and construction methods and techniques.
• Strength and properties and uses of materials and hydraulics.
• Civil engineering design and drafting principles.
• Project management principles and practices.
• Basic principles of supervision.
• Surveying methods.
• Methods, materials and equipment used in civil engineering projects.
• Methods, materials and equipment used in civil engineering construction work.
• Construction inspection techniques.
• Hydraulics and strength of materials.
• Principles of engineering as they apply to public works projects.
• Engineering mathematics and their application to engineering problems.

Skill/Ability to: 

• Perform engineering calculations and routine design work.
• Solve surveying problems.
• Prepare neat and accurate maps, drawings, notes and reports.
• Inspect civil engineering work in progress.
• Prepare clear, concise correspondence and reports.
• Comply with safety procedures.
• Supervise subordinate staff.
• Operate survey equipment.

Incumbents in positions designated as Traffic Engineer must also have:
 
Knowledge of:

• Current principles and practices of traffic engineering.
• Systems and computer programs used in transportation analyses.
• Traffic control devices including system design, installation and equipment and operation.
• Federal, state and local traffic engineering laws and ordinances.
• Contract preparation, selection, and administration.
• Grant application process.

 
Skill/Ability to:

• Apply civil engineering principles related to transportation projects.
• Create traffic models for in-house projects and review and approve models from consultants.
• Conduct traffic impact analysis for road projects and approve projects affecting county roadway.
• Review transportation studies, perform investigations and submit recommendations regarding installations of traffic control devices and control measures.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION
Open and 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. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: Pass/Fail). A screening committee will select those applicants whose training, experience and responses to the questions on the employment application and supplemental questionnaire appear to best meet the needs of the position and invite them to interview. Because of this process, all applicants meeting the minimum requirements are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the recruitment process. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%) which may include a written or performance exercise. Depending on the number of applications, an application appraisal of training and experience may be used in place of examinations. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and all applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position are accepted online only. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click on the "Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Application Deadline:  March 26, 2019
Application Screening:  April 9, 2019
Panel Interviews:  April 24 and/or 25, 2019
 

FILING DEADLINE: TUESDAY, MARCH 26, 2019 @ 5:00 P.M. OR UNTIL 50 QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS RECEIVED

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for several Correctional Officer positions in the Sheriff’s Department. Under continuing supervision incumbents perform a wide variety of support in two areas: corrections, in which incumbents ensure the security, safety and care of individuals in custody; and bailiff, in which incumbents ensure the safety and security of the courts and their personnel during court proceedings; and perform related work as assigned. Incumbents may be assigned to either County Jail security or Court security.

ABOUT US

Fremont is a well-managed innovative city located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley. Fremont prides itself on green technology, a low crime rate, great schools and parks, open space, a low unemployment rate, and an incredibly diverse population of 235,000 residents. As a full-service city, Fremont employs 936 regular employees and has a General Fund budget of $205 million dollars.

The City Attorney’s Office in Fremont provides legal advice to all City Departments, the City Council and all Boards and Commissions. In addition, the City Attorney’s Office provides risk management services through the Risk Management Division. The Legal Office is staffed by the City Attorney, the Assistant City Attorney,  two Senior Deputy City Attorneys, a Law Office Supervisor, and a Paralegal, with the Risk Management Division staff represented by the Risk Manager, Risk Management Technician, and Safety Coordinator.   Our staff finds their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly they enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.  
      
ABOUT THE POSITION

The City of Fremont is seeking to add an exceptional attorney to its City Attorney’s office. We anticipate filling our current opening at the Senior Deputy City Attorney level.  However, based on the qualifications of the applicant pool, the position may be filled at the Deputy City Attorney or the Senior Deputy City Attorney level.  The City Attorney’s Office consists of five attorneys who work collaboratively together to provide legal advice and opinions to the City Council, City Boards and Commissions, Department Heads and staff.   

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

- Consult with and provide legal advice to staff in various departments of the City including Community Development (Planning, Housing, Code Enforcement and Building Inspection), Public Works (Engineering and Maintenance), Community Services (Recreation, Parks and Fremont Resource Center), Police, Fire, Finance and Human Resources. It is anticipated that the new attorney will work primarily with the Planning Division on land use, planning, housing and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) issues while also representing other client departments
- Review staff reports and advise staff on complex and controversial legal matters
- Draft ordinances, resolutions, contracts, deeds, leases and other legal documents and instruments
- Represent the City at various City Council,  board and commission meetings and community meetings
- Handle litigation in civil and some criminal matters in both state and federal court and in  administrative proceedings

The Crossing Guard position is a temporary position, approximately five hours per day, two hours in the morning and three hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday.  Crossing Guards work a school year (September thru June).  Applicants must be able to work outdoors, have reliable transportation or ability to report to assignment consistently.

Crossing Guards work under the general direction of the Parking Operations Lead Community Service Officer with the Seal Beach Police Department.  Based on the needs of the City, a flexible schedule may be assigned for either a morning or afternoon shift or a combination thereof, or for specific week days, based on the availability of the Crossing Guards and at the discretion of the Parking Operations Lead Community Service Officer. 

INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

SELECTION PROCEDURE:  Please visit www.CalOpps.org to submit your application on-line.  However, if you are unable to complete your application on-line a printable version of our employment application may be downloaded from our website at www.sealbeachca.gov.  Applications can also be obtained from the Human Resources Department, Seal Beach City Hall, 211 8th Street, Seal Beach, California 90740 or by calling (562) 431-2527 x1301.  Faxes, emails or postmarks will not be accepted.  Appointment is subject to any or all of the following:  reference check, fingerprinting, comprehensive physical examination including drug screening. If selected, incumbent will be required to submit written identification proving eligibility to work in the United States.

Any qualified individual with a disability must provide reasonable notice to the City prior to the testing process that reasonable accommodation is required.