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TEACHER III

$18.65 - 22.94 Hourly

Full-time

The mission of the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District is to provide the people of the Livermore area with outstanding recreation programs and a system of parks, trails, recreation areas and facilities that promote enjoyment, lifelong learning and healthy active lifestyles.

Application Start Date: February 14, 2019

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Schedule: Monday- Friday

Full-time

SELECTION PROCESS

Based upon on all submitted materials, the applicants presenting the best job-related qualifications will be invited to proceed in the recruitment process.

POSITION INFORMATION

Under immediate direction, plans and implements curriculum and instructional activities for Youth Services programs; continuously supervises and monitors children to ensure their safety and well-being; and performs related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This classification is responsible for planning and implementing curriculum and instructional activities for Youth Services programs and ensuring a safe environment for participants. Incumbents in this classification rely on experience and judgment to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the assigned program area. Incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines, and methods to deliver services. Work is typically reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

1. Plans, maintains, and implements a diverse range of curriculum activities, lesson plans, and positive child development strategies for Youth Services to ensure a positive and safe learning environment.
2. Leads and coordinates the work of lower-level staff and volunteers.
3. Prepares and serves snacks based on established guidelines; performs clean-up and food storage duties.
4. Assists with child assessments and environmental rating scales.
5. Provides resource information to participants; receives and responds to questions, concerns, and complaints from parents, public, and school personnel; determines issues and resolves or refers to higher-level staff as appropriate.
6. Opens, secures, and cleans program areas before and after program use; prepares program areas for scheduled activities and events.
7. Monitors equipment and facilities for cleanliness and safety; reports and recommends maintenance and repair as needed.
8. Assists with monitoring inventory and supplies.
9. Performs administrative tasks, such as attending and scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and maintaining records.
10. Assists with staff training; participates in required training sessions, including safety drills and other emergency procedures; performs all work in a safe manner in accordance with policies and procedures.
11. May participate in parent meetings, public relations, outreach, and community education activities.
12. Assists with District special events as needed.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

Incumbents work in both indoor and outdoor environments with moderate to loud noise levels. May work in controlled temperature conditions, cold and hot temperatures, or inclement weather conditions. May be exposed to communicable illnesses, blood, and body fluids. Incumbents will interact with individuals in interpreting and enforcing rules, policies, and procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents may be assigned an irregular work schedule, including early mornings, evenings, and holidays.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess: mobility to perform medium physical work; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The classification supports indoor and outdoor programs requiring frequent walking, running, conducting exercises, and related physical activities. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, calculator, or tools and equipment used in assigned program area. Program activities may require sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; the ability to lift, carry, and push tools, equipment, and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds or heavier weights with assistance and/or the use of proper equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED, and at least 24 core units in college level coursework in child development;

AND

• Two-years relevant experience working in a childcare facility.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of curriculum planning and development.
• Instructional methods and techniques.
• Principles and practices of child development.
• General early education subject matter areas.
• Safety practices and equipment related to the work.
• Rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Principles and practices of customer service, techniques for providing a high level of customer service.
• Principles and practices of recordkeeping.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Modern office practices, methods, computer equipment, and applications related to the work.

Ability to:

• Plan, organize, and implement early childhood curriculum and age appropriate activities.
• Provide effective leadership in a classroom and childcare setting.
• Effectively provide staff leadership and work direction.
• Monitor and enforce relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Administer first aid, CPR, and AED as needed.
• Maintain order and safety in a crowded and noisy environment.
• Maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner.
• Perform work as directed in an efficient, effective, safe, and timely manner.
• Respond appropriately to changing situations.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines, and follow up on assignments.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills and establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.

Licenses and Certifications:

• At time of appointment, California Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record maintained throughout employment.
• Completion of American Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and AED training within six months of hire and maintained throughout employment.
• California Child Development Teacher Permit is desirable.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

• Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.
• Medical exam, legally mandated immunizations, tuberculosis, and drug testing clearance.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the selection process. Request for reasonable accommodation during the selection process may be made by contacting the Human Resources Office prior to the final filing date.

LARPD is an Equal Opportunity/ADA Employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization.

FINAL FILING DATE:                       We are accepting the first 100 qualified applications or closing at 5:00 pm, February 26, 2019; whichever occurs first.

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the classification of Finance Clerk II.  The current opening is a limited term, benefitted and full-time position in the Finance Department, but the list may be utilized to fill future regular and full-time vacancies in the City for the duration of the list.  The term length for the current vacancy is not guaranteed but cannot exceed 36 months. The current vacancy is in the Utility Billing division working with the Customer Service team in a call center environment assisting residents with a variety of utility billing requests. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am –5:00 pm.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of clerical accounting duties in support of specific assigned functional areas; to support other accounting staff; to prepare, maintain, and process accounting records, financial transactions and utility payments; and to provide internal and external customer service.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the journey level class in the Finance Clerk series and is distinguished from the I level by the ability to perform the full range of duties assigned with only occasional instruction or assistance as unusual or unique situations arise.  Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

This class is distinguished from that of the Senior Finance Clerk in that the latter is an advanced journey level class responsible for highly complex clerical accounting work and may exercise technical and functional supervision over assigned staff.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from assigned management or supervisory staff; and technical and functional supervision from a Senior Finance Clerk.

May exercise technical and functional supervision over lower level staff as appropriate.

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

• Provide customer service at the counter, by telephone, or e-mail; receive money and issue receipts; balance daily cash drawer.
• Assist the public and City employees by answering inquiries about departmental policies, procedures and programs related to utility billing, licensing, accounts payable/receivable, , or consolidated billing.
• Provide clerical support to department staff; make copies of documents as needed; handle correspondence by typing memoranda, letters and reports as required; distribute correspondence, and process incoming and outgoing mail.
• Maintain books, records, and files; assist with processing of documents such as invoices, purchase orders, warrants, tax statements, and other records.
• Work with ledger accounts and other records; maintain subsidiary ledgers; accumulate records and statistics related to departmental operations.
• Research and resolve discrepancies; respond to customer questions regarding utility bills; set up payment arrangements.
• Print service orders and coordinate with other City departments for the turn on and off of utilities.
• Maintain records of monies received; post to ledgers, reconcile, balance and audit accounts; assist in preparing financial statements; quarterly tax returns and fiscal year end reports; complete bank deposit documentation.
• Review invoices for complete and accurate coding, taxes, discounts and totals; match invoices to purchase orders; allocate purchases to correct accounts.
• Process check and invoice print runs, credit card payments, electronic fund transfers, positive pay and file transfers to financial institutions.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.
• Basic methods of record keeping, including personal computer uses related to spreadsheet and database applications.
• Basic mathematical calculations.
• English usage including spelling, punctuation and grammar.
• Principles of customer service.
• Methods and practices of bookkeeping and financial/statistical record keeping.
• Basic practices of handling cash and various methods of payment.
   

Ability to:

• Learn to perform a variety of accounting clerical duties in support of specific assigned functional areas.
• Intermittently review documents related to department operations; observe, identify and problem solve office operations and procedures; understand, interpret and explain department policies and procedures; explain operations and problem solve office issues for the public and with staff.
• On a continuous basis, sit at desk and/or stand at counter for long periods of time.  Intermittently twist and reach office equipment; write and use keyboard to communicate through written means; run errands; lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less.
• Learn to operate a personal computer for data entry, inquiry, and report generation.
• Maintain confidentiality of a wide range of sensitive information.
• Make accurate mathematical calculations.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relations with those contacted during the course of work.
• Independently perform difficult and responsible clerical work involving financial and related statistical record keeping.
• Respond to and assist in resolving difficult and/or sensitive inquiries related to financial accounting records and processes.
• Interpret and apply City municipal codes, policies and procedures.

Experience and Training

Experience:

Two years of responsible experience performing duties comparable to that of a Finance Clerk I in the City of Roseville (performing a variety of clerical accounting duties in support of specific assigned functional areas; supporting other accounting staff; preparing, maintaining, and processing accounting records, financial transactions and utility payments; and providing internal and external customer service).

AND

Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree; supplemental course work in accounting, office management, computer science or related field is desirable.

License or Certificate

Possession of a valid California Driver’s License by date of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1.  Your responses to questions 2-4, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula.  Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information.  This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience" section of this application.  Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored.  I understand and agree with the above instructions.

Yes

No
 

2.  Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones.

3.  How many years of work experience do you have performing duties comparable to that of a Finance Clerk I in the City of Roseville (performing a variety of clerical accounting duties in support of specific assigned functional areas; supporting other accounting staff; preparing, maintaining, and processing accounting records, financial transactions and utility payments; and providing internal and external customer service)?

Less than 2 years

2-3 Years

3-4 Years

4-5 Years

5+ Years
 

4.  How many years of experience do you have working in a call center environment?

Less than 1 year

More than 1 year

5.  Please describe your work experience providing customer service.
 

6.  Please describe your experience working with a utility company.

7.  Please describe your experience working in a call center environment.
 

8.  Please list any commonly used computer applications you are familiar with and describe your experience using these applications.

9.  Please explain how you maintain your patience and stay cooperative when dealing with irate, uncooperative people.

SELECTION PROCESS

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination.  The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.  Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List.  Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations.  Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

FINAL FILING DATE:                       We are accepting the first 100 qualified applications or closing at 5:00 pm, February 26, 2019; whichever occurs first.

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the classification of Finance Clerk I.  The current opening is a limited term, benefitted and full-time position in the Finance Department, but the list may be utilized to fill future regular and full-time vacancies in the City for the duration of the list.  The term length for the current vacancy is not guaranteed but cannot exceed 36 months. The current vacancy is in the Utility Billing division working with the Customer Service team in a call center environment assisting residents with a variety of utility billing requests. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am –5:00 pm.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of clerical accounting duties in support of specific assigned functional areas; to support other accounting staff; to prepare, maintain, and process accounting records, financial transactions and utility payments; and to provide internal and external customer service.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry level class in the Finance Clerk series.  Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience and work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks.  The Finance Clerk I is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level.  Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives immediate supervision from assigned management or supervisory staff; and technical and functional supervision from a Senior Finance Clerk.

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

• Provide customer service at the counter, by telephone, or e-mail; receive money and issue receipts; balance daily cash drawer.
• Assist the public and City employees by answering inquiries about departmental policies, procedures and programs related to utility billing, licensing, accounts payable/receivable, , or consolidated billing.
• Provide clerical support to department staff; make copies of documents as needed; handle correspondence by typing memoranda, letters and reports as required; distribute correspondence, and process incoming and outgoing mail.
• Maintain books, records, and files; assist with processing of documents such as invoices, purchase orders, warrants, tax statements, and other records.
• Work with ledger accounts and other records; maintain subsidiary ledgers; accumulate records and statistics related to departmental operations.
• Research and resolve discrepancies; respond to customer questions regarding utility bills; set up payment arrangements.
• Print service orders and coordinate with other City departments for the turn on and off of utilities.
• Maintain records of monies received; post to ledgers, reconcile, balance and audit accounts; assist in preparing financial statements; quarterly tax returns and fiscal year end reports; complete bank deposit documentation.
• Review invoices for complete and accurate coding, taxes, discounts and totals; match invoices to purchase orders; allocate purchases to correct accounts.
• Process check and invoice print runs, credit card payments, electronic fund transfers, positive pay and file transfers to financial institutions.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.
• Basic methods of record keeping, including personal computer uses related to spreadsheet and database applications.
• Basic mathematical calculations.
• English usage including spelling, punctuation and grammar.
• Principles of customer service.
   

Ability to:

• Learn to perform a variety of accounting clerical duties in support of specific assigned functional areas.
• Intermittently review documents related to department operations; observe, identify and problem solve office operations and procedures; understand, interpret and explain department policies and procedures; explain operations and problem solve office issues for the public and with staff.
• On a continuous basis, sit at desk and/or stand at counter for long periods of time.  Intermittently twist and reach office equipment; write and use keyboard to communicate through written means; run errands; lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less.
• Learn to operate a personal computer for data entry, inquiry, and report generation.
• Maintain confidentiality of a wide range of sensitive information.
• Make accurate mathematical calculations.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relations with those contacted during the course of work.

Experience and Training

Experience:

No experience is required.

AND

Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree; supplemental course work in accounting, office management, computer science or related field is desirable.

License or Certificate

Possession of a valid California Driver’s License by date of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1.  Your responses to questions 2-4, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula.  Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information.  This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience" section of this application.  Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored.  I understand and agree with the above instructions.

• Yes
• No
   

2.  Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones.

3.  How many years of work experience do you have providing customer service?

• Less than 1 years
• 1-2 Years
• 2-3 Years
• 3-4 Years
• 4+ Years

4.  How many years of experience do you have working in a call center environment?

• Less than 1 year
• More than 1 year

5.  Please describe your work experience providing customer service.
 

6.  Please describe your experience working with a utility company.

7.  Please describe your experience working in a call center environment.
 

8.  Please list any commonly used computer applications you are familiar with and describe your experience using these applications.

9.  Please explain how you maintain your patience and stay cooperative when dealing with irate, uncooperative people.

SELECTION PROCESS

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination.  The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.  Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List.  Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations.  Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

The City of Redwood City invites you to apply for the full-time (38 hours per week) position of Senior Library Assistant.  The Senior Library Assistant performs a wide array of high-level library work and customer service.  The current vacancy is based at our neighborhood family-friendly Schaberg Branch Library, performing a wide variety of technical library work, providing services for children, adults and families, and administering the day-to-day activities of the library.  The candidate may also be assigned to work at other Redwood City Public Library locations.  This position will require work during the day, evenings and weekends.  We may use the eligibility list created from this recruitment process to fill any positions that occur in other Redwood City Public Library locations, during the life of the eligibility list.

The ideal candidate will embrace the City’s emphasis on excellent customer service; will be detail oriented and able to manage multiple tasks; will use initiative and independent judgment; will be a team player who likes working with a variety of City staff and the public including people of diverse socio-economic backgrounds; and have a good sense of humor.

Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement.

TO VIEW JOB ANNOUNCEMENT, CLICK JOB PDF OR JOB ANNOUNCEMENT URL BELOW.

For more information and to apply, please visit:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Cupertino

Work at a Community Center with recreational program activities!

Locations:  Goebel Adult Community Center & Thousand Oaks Community Center - Open until filled

Requires flexible hours, include evening and weekends.  These are contract, part-time non-benefited positions.

Pay rate: starting at $13.30 hourly

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops, conducts and participates in various athletic, craft, social, cultural and instructional activities of a community center or District program.
• Modifies and adapts activities specific to specialized programs or populations.
• Develops interest, enthusiasm, and fair play among participants.
• Teaches classes and leads group activities.
• Directs and supervises the use and care of equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Prepares facilities for group activities, including physical set-up and break-down of classrooms.
• Issues and collects recreation equipment and supplies.
• Supervises dances, special events, field trips and other group activities.
• Ensures safety of environment and equipment for participants. 

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Referees and umpires organized games and sports activities as Unit requires.
• Coordinates and participates in recreational program promotional activities and presentations to groups.
• Applies behavior modification and social modeling techniques as appropriate in specialized programs.
• May assist with transportation in specialized programs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. *

Education/Experience:
Completion of 30 units is desirable with five hundred (500) to one thousand (1000) hours of group recreational activity leadership experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience which has provided knowledge of principles and practices of public recreation and basic rules and regulations governing competitive group athletic games.

Language Ability: 
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports. Ability to effectively communicate to the general public in written and oral form, including teaching.

Math Ability:
Ability to add, subtract, multiple, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compile statistical information and track scores.

Reasoning Ability:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certificates and Licenses:
California Driver’s License; First Aid and CPR certificates within 6 months. Fingerprint clearance required.

Supervisory Responsibilities: 
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment: 
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. *
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and risk of electrical shock. Exposure to hazardous environmental conditions may vary according to Unit assignment. The noise level in the environment is moderate to loud.

Physical Demands: 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. *
While performing the duties of this job the employee frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 25 pounds; frequently required to lift up to 50 pounds, and occasionally required to lift up to 100 pounds. Physical requirements may vary according to Unit assignment.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

FINAL FILING DATE:                       Open Until Filled First cut-off is February 21, 2019.

Following the first cut-off date, resumes/applications will be screened according to the qualifications outlined below. Applicants meeting the qualifications will be invited to for the Written Exam tentatively scheduled for the week of March 4, 2019.

TENTATIVE WRITTEN EXAM DATE:           Week of March 4th

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the regular and full-time position of Electric Line Technician in the Electric Department.  The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 am – 3:30 pm; a flex schedule may be available.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

DEFINITION

To perform skilled electrical repair work in the construction and maintenance of underground and overhead electrical transmission and distribution lines.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the journey level class in the Electric Line Technician series and is distinguished from the Electric Apprentice Line Technician level by the assignment of the full range of duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new, unusual or unique situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit.  Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Electric Apprentice Line Technician level.

This class is distinguished from the Senior Electric Line Technician in that the latter performs advanced journey level work and provides technical and functional supervision to assigned staff.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

• Receives general supervision from an assigned supervisor.
• Receives technical and functional supervision from a Senior Electric Line Technician.

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

• Climb poles, splice and repair energized lines; construct new overhead and underground transmission and distribution lines.
• Set poles, install cross arms and breakers; string, pull dead ends and energize primary and secondary wires; mount, bus and energize transformers, cable, risers, potheads, substructures, conduits and underground circuits.
• Run service lines from poles to consumer’s premises; connect, disconnect and replace service loops; build bypass lines; phase out and cut in new circuits; cut and tap primary lines; pull and terminate underground cables.
• Inspect and test poles, lines and other facilities; mount street light standards, heads and electrical control devices; trim trees to clear wires; operate aerial bucket truck ,high ranger, line truck, puller and other related utility equipment.
• May occasionally maintain and repair switching gear, transformers and related substation equipment; respond to service calls.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Elementary principles of electricity.
• Basic methods, procedures, materials and tools used in electrical installation and maintenance.
• Safe work practices.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Principles of electric theory as applied to circuits and wiring systems.
• Methods, procedures, materials and tools used in electrical installation and maintenance.
• Safe work practices.
• Department policies and procedures.
   

Ability to:

• Learn complex electrical line installation and repair work.
• Learn, understand and follow department policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules; intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember equipment location; and explain jobs to others.
• Intermittently, sit while studying or preparing reports; reach, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist when repairing or installing equipment; perform simple pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift or carry weight of 50 pounds or less.
• Learn to identify system malfunctions and recommend appropriate corrective action.
• Perform work a considerable distance above the ground among high voltage lines.
• Prepare and maintain simple records of activities.
• Appropriately stock and load trucks with needed supplies on a daily basis; wash and clean trucks.
• Work assigned shift schedules; be available for call-back and on-call assignment.
• Work unusual and prolonged work schedules during emergencies, seasonally-caused circumstances in varying weather and temperature conditions. 
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Independently perform skilled electrical repair work in the construction and maintenance of underground and overhead electrical transmission and distribution lines.
• Assist with the training of staff in the Pre-Apprentice and Apprentice levels.

Experience and Training

Experience:

Three years experience performing duties similar to an Electric Apprentice Line Technician with the City of Roseville (performing skilled electrical repair work in the construction and maintenance of underground and overhead electrical transmission and distribution lines).

AND

Training:

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree, supplemented by enrollment in a recognized power line apprenticeship program

License or Certificate

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.
• Possession of a valid California class A driver’s license within six (6) months of date of appointment.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, First Aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificates within six (6) months of date of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1.  Your responses to questions 2-4, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula.  Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information.  This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience" section of this application.  Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored.  I understand and agree with the above instructions.

• Yes
• No
   

2.  Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones.

3.  How many years of experience do you have performing skilled electrical repair work in the construction and maintenance of underground and overhead electrical transmission and distribution lines?

• Less than 3 years
• 3-4 Years
• 4-5 Years
• 5-6 Years
• 6-7 Years
• 7+ Years

4.  Describe the structure of the Power Line Apprenticeship program that you completed. Please be specific in regards to length of time, name and location of company / Utility, and training received that makes you qualified for this position.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be screened and those applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be invited to a written exam (pass/fail).  Candidates receiving a passing score will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination.  Based upon responses to the supplemental application questions 3-4, the applicant’s responses will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.  Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List.  Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

To view the full announcement for this exciting opportunity, please visit the City of San José’s employment page by clicking on the link below.

Then click on the “Management Recruitments” link. 

City of San José Employment Page

To view the full announcement for this exciting opportunity, please visit the City of San José’s employment page by clicking on the link below.

Then click on the “Management Recruitments” link. 

City of San José Employment Page