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The City of Livermore is conducting a recruitment for a Groundskeeper I position in the Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department.

Apply online at www.cityoflivermore.net/jobs by 5 p.m. on December 31, 2019

Under general supervision, a Groundskeeper I performs a variety of semi-skilled general grounds maintenance work; operates equipment pertaining to tasks; and performs other duties as assigned.  The incumbent is expected to perform hard physical labor in the performance of duties, work independently as needed, and to use good judgment in making decisions.

Examples of Duties Include:

Landscape Care and Maintenance

Plants, cultivates, fertilizes, waters, sprays, and propagates plants, shrubs, trees, hedges, ground covers, and flowers; seeds or sods new lawns; fertilizes, maintains, and waters lawns; rakes, hoes, weeds, and performs general grounds maintenance and laboring tasks; spades and fertilizes flower beds and sets out plants; aids in keeping the grounds of public buildings clean, orderly, and free from pests, insects, diseases, and fungi; trims and prunes hedges, trees, shrubs, and stakes trees; and may provide direction to temporary employees and contract workers.

Equipment Care and Use

Maintains hand and power tools and equipment and keeps in good repair; assists in the repair, maintenance, and installation of irrigation systems; operates mowing equipment, and other related equipment; and drives trucks including small street sweepers and other essential vehicles.

The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications to fill an Assistant Engineer/Assistant Civil Engineer limited duration position.  Limited duration employment includes benefits but is temporary, unrepresented, at-will, and funding for this position is subject to renewal. If you meet the requirements described below and would like to work for a great organization, apply online at www.cityoflivermore.net/jobs  by 5 p.m. on Monday, December 16, 2019.

Under general supervision, an Assistant Engineer/Assistant Civil Engineer performs a variety of professional field and office engineering work in connection with the Design, Development, Transportation, and Construction Sections of the Engineering Division, and other related engineering projects; and performs other duties as assigned.  The Assistant Engineer/Assistant Civil Engineer is the journey level classification in the series. Incumbents perform a variety of professional level engineering work requiring independent judgment.

The incumbent will work on encroachment permits, capital improvement projects (primarily building, utility, and creek projects), and development projects.  The position may be filled at either level depending on the candidate’s possession of EIT Certificate or profession registration. 

The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications to fill an Associate Civil Engineer limited duration position.  Limited duration employment includes benefits but is temporary, unrepresented, at-will, and funding for this position is subject to renewal. If you meet the requirements described below and would like to work for a great organization, apply online at www.cityoflivermore.net/jobs  by 5 p.m. on Monday, December 16, 2019.   

Under direction, the Associate Civil Engineer is responsible for overseeing and performing a variety of complex professional field and office engineering work in connection with the Design, Development, Special Projects, Transportation and Construction Sections of the Engineering Division and other related engineering projects; may serve as project leader with supervisory responsibility; and performs other duties as assigned.

An Associate Civil Engineer oversees consultants and may supervise assistant or junior professional staff, technical staff, and/or lead a design team or an engineering unit.  The incumbent will work on capital improvement projects (primarily building, utility, and creek projects) and development projects.

City of Lafayette – Associate Civil Engineer

Full Time / Exempt

$91,178 - $119,934 per year

The City of Lafayette (pop. 24,000) is recruiting for the position of an Associate Engineer. Lafayette prides itself on its vibrant downtown, beautiful tree-studded hillsides and great schools.  Lafayette residents expect personalized service to deliver customized solutions to the community’s unique engineering and public works priorities.  This position will be part of the team whose mission is to meet that challenge, and to ensure that Lafayette retains its semi-rural character and "small town" downtown feel.

The position encompasses various professional field and office engineering work related to the management and administration of the City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP), land development, traffic engineering, and public works infrastructure construction and maintenance projects.  The position will require a hands-on approach to project management with the engineer performing their own construction inspection.  Since construction inspection is a large component of this position, candidates must be comfortable working outdoors year-round and being adjacent to vehicle traffic, heavy equipment, open trenches and general public works construction activities. The position provides professional staff assistance to other engineers, departments, and the public in areas of expertise.  This is a challenging job in a great city!  The new Engineer will be joining a staff of dedicated, energetic and fun professionals.

As part of the Engineering Services Department the Associate Engineer performs the following major duties:

• Plans, designs, and inspects civil engineering construction projects.
• Reviews construction plans to verify compliance with City, State, Federal, and/or industry standards and requirements for public works infrastructure. 
• Reviews engineering calculations and participates in pre-design, construction, and utility coordination meetings.
• Provides construction administration, public relations, management, surveying, and inspection of construction projects.
• Reviews and inspects work to preserve public safety and ensure conformance with plans and specifications.
• Assists in processing encroachment permits and inspections.
• Participates in Clean Water programs and preparation of required reports.
• Performs field investigations of problems affecting property owners, contractors, and maintenance operations and responds to citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Prepares staff reports to Council and Commissions and participates in public meetings.

In addition to familiarity with civil engineering principles, procedures, methods, materials and techniques used in public works projects, qualified candidates should have the ability to communicate effectively with the public and contractors.  Experience with Microsoft Office programs is required. GIS and CAD software experience is highly desirable. An equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in civil engineering is required  The Associate level position requires five years of professional engineering experience and Registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Civil Engineering.

Lafayette also offers an attractive benefits package that includes:

• A 401-A retirement plan with City-paid monthly contributions of 10% of salary with the option of a 5% match as well as City-paid social security contributions.  Lafayette does not participate in PERS.
• City-subsidized health and dental insurance as well as life insurance and disability insurance.
• 12 paid holidays and up to 20 days of annual vacation, depending on tenure.
• Challenging, interesting work; opportunities for innovation and creativity.

The final filing date is Monday, January 6, 2020.  To be considered, you must submit a City of Lafayette Employment Application, plus relevant materials that amplify your qualifications.  You must apply online at www.lovelafayette.org/jobs.  For questions, please email TRobinson@lovelafayette.org.

Following the filing date, resumes will be screened and candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be invited to interviews in January with an anticipated start date of early February 2020.

City of Lafayette – Assistant Civil Engineer

Full Time / Non-Exempt

$82,060 - $107,940 per year

The City of Lafayette (pop. 24,000) is recruiting for the position of an Assistant Civil Engineer. Lafayette prides itself on its vibrant downtown, beautiful tree-studded hillsides and great schools.  Lafayette residents expect personalized service to deliver customized solutions to the community’s unique engineering and public works priorities.  This position will be part of the team whose mission is to meet that challenge, and to ensure that Lafayette retains its semi-rural character and "small town" downtown feel.

The position encompasses various professional field and office engineering work related to the management and administration of the City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP), land development, traffic engineering, and public works infrastructure construction and maintenance projects.  The position will require a hands-on approach to project management with the engineer performing their own construction inspection.  Since construction inspection is a large component of this position, candidates must be comfortable working outdoors year-round and being adjacent to vehicle traffic, heavy equipment, open trenches and general public works construction activities. The position provides professional staff assistance to other engineers, departments, and the public in areas of expertise.  This is a challenging job in a great city!  The new Engineer will be joining a staff of dedicated, energetic and fun professionals.

As part of the Engineering Services Department the Assistant Engineer performs the following major duties:

• Plans, designs, and inspects civil engineering construction projects.
• Reviews construction plans to verify compliance with City, State, Federal, and/or industry standards and requirements for public works infrastructure. 
• Reviews engineering calculations and participates in pre-design, construction, and utility coordination meetings.
• Provides construction administration, public relations, management, surveying, and inspection of construction projects.
• Reviews and inspects work to preserve public safety and ensure conformance with plans and specifications.
• Assists in processing encroachment permits and inspections.
• Participates in Clean Water programs and preparation of required reports.
• Performs field investigations of problems affecting property owners, contractors, and maintenance operations and responds to citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Prepares staff reports to Council and Commissions and participates in public meetings.

In addition to familiarity with civil engineering principles, procedures, methods, materials and techniques used in public works projects, qualified candidates should have the ability to communicate effectively with the public and contractors.  Experience with Microsoft Office programs is required. GIS and CAD software experience is highly desirable. An equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in civil engineering is required  The Assistant level position requires two years of professional engineering experience and an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certificate is highly desirable.

Lafayette also offers an attractive benefits package that includes:

• A 401-A retirement plan with City-paid monthly contributions of 10% of salary with the option of a 5% match as well as City-paid social security contributions.  Lafayette does not participate in PERS.
• City-subsidized health and dental insurance as well as life insurance and disability insurance.
• 12 paid holidays and up to 20 days of annual vacation, depending on tenure.
• Challenging, interesting work; opportunities for innovation and creativity.

The final filing date is Monday, January 6, 2020.   To be considered, you must submit a City of Lafayette Employment Application, plus relevant materials that amplify your qualifications.  You must apply online at www.lovelafayette.org/jobs.  For questions, please email TRobinson@lovelafayette.org.

Following the filing date, resumes will be screened and candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be invited to interviews in January with an anticipated start date of early February 2020.

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.   

ENGINEERING DIVISION

The Engineering Division of Public Works is divided into six sections.  Each section has a unique set of responsibilities to help “Build Fremont Forward” and shape our community.   The City is currently looking for a Chief of Party to assist in the Public Works Survey Section.  The Chief of Party will work closely with the City Surveyor and survey staff to support Development, Design, Traffic, Parks, and the Construction Inspection Units in supporting the City review of private development, providing control and base mapping for capital projects, and supporting these projects from design through the construction process.

This position  is a technical field lead and will require the ability to operate survey equipment including total stations, digital levels, and GPS equipment. The position requires the ideal candidate to have the drive and capacity to adapt to changes in technology pertinent to the hardware and software required for field and office surveying functions. The position will require both field and office duties with the Chief of Party responsible for most surveys from field to finish, under the supervision of the City Surveyor.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

- Plan, schedule, participate in the activities of a crew in establishing points, lines and distances for topographic, property and construction field engineering surveys.
- Review requested survey work to determine nature and extent of required survey.
- Establish and maintain work and safety processes and procedures.
- Review work of subordinate for completeness and accuracy.
- Provide on the job training for survey party staff.
- Establish property and right of way lines and location of improvements.
- Conduct field check subdivision surveys.
- Read and interpret maps and plan for location and construction surveys.
- Assist design engineers in determining detail of grades and geometries on street, sewer and other public works construction projects.
- Implement changes to design plans.
- Prepare field books, profiles and other drawings from field notes.
- Identify design problems and refer for correction.
- Perform public contact duties.
- Notify property owners of survey work to be performed across their property lines.
- Supervise the maintenance of survey equipment.
- May perform records research and traverse analysis. 
- Other related duties as assigned.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING:

Knowledge of
- Principles and practices of construction and land surveying
- California Coordinate System
- Function and operation of field instruments construction terminology

Skill to
- Operate surveying instruments
- Make accurate field observations
- Prepare field notes, records and sketches. 

Ability to
- Accurately perform detailed work and perform complex calculations
- Communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing
- Develop and maintain cooperative work relationships with individuals from a variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
- Lead the work of others and train staff
- Read and interpret maps, plans and project specifications

The City of Dublin is seeking a Plan Check Engineer to perform, direct, and supervise Plan Check activities of the Building Division within the Community Development Department. Under the direction of the City’s Chief Building Official, performs a full range of plans examination duties to ensure projects and structures are in compliance with laws, ordinances, codes and regulations before permits are issued as well as during construction when changes are made or modifications are desired; performs a full range of customer service duties including assisting, providing information to and answering questions from architects, engineers, builders, and owner; and serves as a resource for the City’s building inspection staff.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
The following duties are normal for this classification.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Checks plans, specifications, and calculations on building plans submitted by architects, engineers, contractors, and owners for compliance with structural design, life safety design, grading, soil reports, energy standards, disabled access, and general conformity to applicable ordinances, laws and State building codes.
• Checks plans for accuracy of design and completeness; checks complex plans and calculations to determine loading on roofs, walls, and floors, size and spacing of beams, rafters, and joists, amount and size of reinforcing in concrete members, type of structural connections and adequacy of design to meet earthquake, wind load, and material stress and Title 24 requirements. 
• Makes independent analysis, when required, to justify the adequacy and safety of questionable designs.
• Answers questions and gives instructions to architects, engineers, contractors, and owners regarding building requirements to achieve compliance standards; seeks to solve engineering problems as necessary.
• Calculates and collects building, and related fees.
• Keeps abreast of new building construction methods and materials.
• Oversee the issuance of permits after plan review approval.
• Makes field inspections as required or assigned. 
• Coordinates and participates in the City’s plan review process; coordinates with other staff to determine which projects to review in-house and which to have reviewed by outside consultants and contract review services. 
• Performs a full range of plan review related duties; reviews engineering reports, drawings, specifications and calculations for buildings to ensure compliance with codes, regulations, and ordinances; interprets codes and regulations in the performance of plan check activities. 
• Consults and provides support to engineers, architects, contractors, designers and others regarding matters such as design, engineering and regulations governing building plans; analyzes building designs to ensure basic engineering principles have been achieved.
• Coordinates the plan review process of a submitted building permit for complex construction projects with other City staff, outside agencies and professional consultants. 
• Provides technical information and compliance methods concerning building codes and other health and safety codes to the public and customers.
• Reviews and analyzes commercial, industrial and complex residential building plans, structural calculations, specifications and reports for conformance with applicable codes, ordinances and accepted design and construction practices.
• Checks specifications for buildings and other structures involving installation, repair, replacement, and alteration for compliance with applicable codes and regulations. 
• Provides a full range of customer service; responds to complex and difficult inquires and requests for information; responds to public and agency technical and non-technical inquiries by phone, e-mail, fax, and at the counter; explains requirements of various laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations. 
• Assists and works cooperatively with property owners, contractors, developers, architects, engineers, and their representatives in submitting plans and other documents, applying for permits, and on other matters relating to building permits. 
• May perform field inspections and advises/assists Contract Building Inspectors regarding structural and other problems arising in the field. 
• Provides technical and professional assistance/advice to the City’s Building Official; participates in policy development. 
• Recommend the appointment of Division personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; implement discipline procedures as required; maintain discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the assigned unit.
• Provides technical and functional direction for assigned staff; prepares written performance evaluations; prioritizes and assigns tasks and projects; instructs employees as required. 
• Performs required duties under the City's Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and disaster response.
• Maintains records and prepares a variety of correspondence and documentation related to plan review and permit matters. 
• Maintains current knowledge of all applicable codes, ordinances and regulations and of approved methods, materials and equipment pertaining to building and construction; attends meetings and conferences of inspection officials. 
• Ensures that plan checks are processed in an accurate and timely manner. 
• Assists in the preparation and administration of the Division’s budget. 
• May assume the responsibility for supervision for all Division functions in the absence of the Chief Building Official. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

THE POSITION

Hayward is excited to announce an opportunity to join its progressive and dynamic Transportation Division as the Senior Transportation Engineer. Reporting to the Transportation Manager, the Senior Transportation Engineer will manage the development of the Citywide Multi-modal Improvement Study; provide oversight and management on major strategic initiatives as stipulated by City Council; manage the City’s Traffic Management Center; plan, assign and review the work of transportation engineering staff; perform technical evaluations related to traffic operations in the City, including signal system operations, streetlight system operations, management of neighborhood traffic calming efforts; perform complex and advanced transportation engineering related studies; and provide overall support to the Transportation Manager.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: First application review on or before January 10, 2020

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE
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THE POSITION
The City of Hayward is excited to announce its recruitment to fill the Assistant/Associate Civil Engineer position. Hayward is excited to announce an opportunity to join its progressive and dynamic Engineering team as an Assistant or Associate Civil Engineer. This position performs journey level and professional engineering work in conjunction with design, plan check, and construction, and maintenance of solar, water and wastewater projects.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: First review scheduled for October 14, 2019; open until filled.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Assistant Civil Engineer – This classification performs journey level professional engineering work in conjunction with construction and maintenance of Public Works projects.

Monthly rate: $7,068 - $8,600
 
Associate Civil Engineer – This classification performs more difficult and complex engineering design work on private development and public works projects; and supervise the work of Assistant Civil Engineers and Engineering Technicians performing related work.

Monthly rate: $8,205 - $9,959
 
Incumbents may advance from the Assistant Civil Engineer to the Associate Civil Engineer level, as recommended by their supervisor and approved by the Director of Public Works, as they learn City and departmental practices and procedures. As knowledge and experience are gained, the work becomes broader in scope and assignments are more varied and are performed under more general supervision.  Advancement to the higher classification requires gaining the knowledge, skill, experience and credentials that meet the qualifications for that class and demonstrating the ability to consistently perform the work of the higher classification.
 

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE
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THE POSITIONS

Under direct supervision, the Public Service Assistant II will perform litter/trash pick-up, barbeque maintenance, leaf/debris pick-up, and miscellaneous park duties in Central Park and other community parks.  The Public Service Assistant II will also perform related duties as assigned.
 
WORK SCHEDULE

The positions work up to a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week and may be required to work a regular shift that includes evening and weekend hours. These temporary assignments are limited to 999 hours per fiscal year (July 1 - June 30).
 
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

- Pick up and remove trash and litter from various City of Fremont parks
- Maintain park barbeques
- Leaf/debris cleanup
- Perform other related duties as assigned.