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The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications for the position of City Engineer.  To be considered for this position, submit your online application at:  www.cityoflivermore.net/jobs by 12 p.m. on December 18, 2020.

 The City of Livermore is currently recruiting for a City Engineer to manage the Engineering Division, including transportation/traffic, construction administration and inspection, capital improvement project design and current development engineering. Division management occurs through technical and professional staff.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities & characteristics:

· Advance knowledge of principles and practices of modern civil, structural, hydraulic, sanitary and traffic engineering.

· Understanding the unique challenges of a large, complex City Engineering division.

· Strong attention to detail with ability to prioritize and multi-task.

· Exemplifies customer service and values and possesses high ethical and professional standards.

· Ability to maintain confidentiality with highly sensitive information and records.

· Self-starter who is quick to learn City and department policies and procedures and can adapt quickly to changing conditions and workflow.

· Strong Project Manager.

· Ability to develop staff and implement new practices as required.

· Advanced knowledge of working with elected officials and staff from all levels throughout the City.

· Exceptional communicator able to make presentations to boards, commissions, City Council and community members.

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The Town of Moraga is a small, family-oriented bedroom community offering a quiet semi-rural lifestyle within easy reach of big city amenities. Located 22 miles east of San Francisco and 10 miles from Oakland, Moraga offers a unique blend of residential areas, two shopping centers and open hillsides. Moraga is also the home of Saint Mary’s College.

Under general supervision, the Engineering Technician/Inspector position provides a variety of paraprofessional engineering and transportation support; performs a variety of technical and administrative duties relating to the maintenance, plan check, engineering design, development of PS&Es, construction bidding, contract management, construction management, construction quality assurance, inspection, surveying, and ordinance enforcement regarding public infrastructure and private land development under public works review; receives, investigates, and responds to complaints; maintains and updates engineering maps, drawings, records, and files; and performs related duties as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics: Incumbents will provide technical assistance and support to professional staff and construction inspection on encroachment permits, land development and construction projects. The Engineering Technician/Inspector class is distinguished from the Assistant Engineer by more routine tasks and duties received and by less independence with which to perform.

Equipment, Methods and Guidelines

Uses Federal, State, County, and local standard plans, specifications, rules and regulations; personal computer for word processing, spreadsheets, time card entry, and similar applications; motor vehicle, hand levels, pocket scales, engineering tapes, calculators, printer, copier, telephone, personal protective, hand tools, and engineering and survey equipment.

Working Conditions

Office and inspection site environment in all types of weather. Work may involve inconsistent work schedules to accommodate construction activities and may include work during weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.

Physical Demands

Work is often performed in an outdoor construction environment with year-round exposure to varying weather conditions. Work is subject to construction site noise and environment including exposure to loud equipment and machinery. Work will include exposure to various conditions encountered in a construction environment, such as steep slopes; various plants and natural environments; moving machinery; marked changes or extremes in temperature/humidity; dust, fumes, smoke, gases, odors, mists, or other irritating particles; excessive noise; slippery or uneven walking surfaces; working below ground and in confined spaces; vibrations; radiation or electrical energy; solvents, greases, oils, or chemicals; flames or burning items. (Some specific tasks may require specialized training by the Town prior to undertaking said activities, such as confined space entry.) Work is performed at various remote locations. Positions may require occasional overtime and weekend work and travel is rare.

Supervision Received and Exercised

Works under close supervision and follows established procedures; work is reviewed frequently by the Senior Civil Engineer, or designated personnel, for progress and accuracy. Independently applies applicable codes and ordinances to ensure conformance. Control over work methods is general, rather than detailed in nature; makes independent decisions when issuing permit authorizations, approving construction start dates, stopping or rejecting work, or issuing citations for violations. Work assignments, including written reports and communications, are reviewed upon completion but before submission or distribution.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs field, office, and computer-aided basic engineering studies and activities.
• Prepares plans, specifications, and cost estimates under direction of engineer.
• Conduct construction inspections for Capital Improvement Projects, encroachments in public right of way, public facilities improvements, stormwater facilities, and land development projects.
• Performs measurements, staking, topographical work, leveling and other related land surveying duties.
• Performs field work such as conducting observations, making traffic counts, and analyzing traffic flow.
• Reviews accident reports and other documentation.
• Researches records and other data used to compile information for decision making.
• Assists in receiving sealed bids, attends bid openings as a public works representative, reviews bids for general completeness and responsiveness, and tabulates bids.
• Maintains engineering and traffic/transportation files, including plans, studies, inspections, surveys, maps and other data related to engineering and transportation projects; updates traffic maps, engineering drawings, standard details, and information recorded in GIS.
• Receives and responds to requests from developers, contractors, private engineers, title companies, real estate brokers, and others for base maps, property line information, encroachment permits, benchmarks, copies of maps, confirming street information and other geographical data.
• Provides excellent customer service; responds to routine citizen inquiries and complaints relating to the Town’s infrastructure, including researching archival information from the Town’s files, seeking input from other departments as necessary, and communicating issues to appropriate supervisory or management staff for feedback or direction.
• Processes encroachment permits to ensure compliance with Town policy, codes, and regulations and fee, insurance, and bond requirements; coordinates and communicates with contractors, residents, other agencies, and other Town staff.
• Uses clearly defined practices and procedures to inspect the methods and materials used in encroachment permit work, construction projects, construction surveys, construction safety precautions, traffic control, and erosion and sediment control.
• Coordinates material testing and analyzes material test results including relative compaction tests, graduation of aggregates, slump tests, and resistant value of soils; Inspects producers of construction materials and its sources.
• Reviews and interprets construction plans, specifications, encroachment permits, and other documents affecting assigned projects; maintains daily diary and field records of construction activities, contractor crew, equipment, materials and quantities.
• Participates in meetings to discuss construction details and resolves issues with contractors, other departments, other agencies, and the public; identifies construction problems, monitors the corrections of project deficiencies, and recommends approval of necessary contract change orders and plan adjustments.
• Conducts compliance review of public’s maintenance responsibilities of sidewalk, curb, gutter, private storm drainage conveyance systems, and creeks; posts liens, required repairs, and construction notices.
• Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position.
• Assists in the administration of public works contracts including contract costs, materials verification, and compliance with State and Federal regulations.
• Assists in preparing documentation related to obtaining and administering Federal and State grants.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Description

UPDATED: Next review scheduled for September 21, 2020; First round applicants need not apply; open until filled.

City of 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 Sepdesign, plan check, and construction, and maintenance of solar, water and wastewater projects.
 
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: $7,646- $9,305
 
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: $8,875 - $10,773
 
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.
 

Essential Duties

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

Assistant Civil Engineer 

• Prepare and check engineering plans, cost estimates, designs and specifications for a variety of private development and Utility projects including wastewater treatment, sanitary sewers, storm drains, and water lines
• Perform engineering calculations
• Develop estimates of initial and long-term maintenance and operation costs for utility projects
• Provide engineering support for construction projects
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers and property owners
• Attend project meetings and engineering conferences

Associate Civil Engineer

• Perform higher level professional engineering work such as the design of large and complex projects, and plan check water and wastewater projects
• Manage the planning and design of water, wastewater, and recycled  water projects
• Assign, supervise and review the work of professional and technical personnel
• Prepare environmental studies and facility planning documents
• Provide engineering services during construction of large and complex water, wastewater, and recycled water projects

A complete job description can be found at www.hayward-ca.gov.

Minimum Qualifications

ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEER

Any combination equivalent to the 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:  Two (2) years experience in engineering related to design and construction in public works or applicable field.
 
Education:  Equivalent to graduation from college with a four year degree in Civil Engineering.

Licenses and Certificates:  Ability to obtain a valid Class C California Drivers License upon appointment.
 
An Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T) Certificate issued by the California Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers.

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
 
Knowledge of: 

• Knowledge of basic civil engineering principles.
• Knowledge of basic street and utility design.

 Ability to:

• Ability to collect, organize and interpret a variety of project-related information.
• Ability to perform civil engineering drafting.
• Ability to estimate project costs.
• Ability to research and interpret local, state and federal regulations.
• Ability to keep a project moving to completion and meet project deadlines.
• Ability to work independently.
• Oral communication skills to effectively communicate one to one and in groups, on the phone and in person.
• Interpersonal skills to initiate and maintain effective working relationships with staff, developers, and the public.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment: ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, squat, climb and lift up to 30 pounds and to work outdoors or in a confined workspace.

ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER

Experience: Three (3) years of engineering experience related to design, land development and construction in public works or applicable field, with one (1) year of the experience being after acquiring the Professional Engineering License.
 
Education: Equivalent to a B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field.
 
Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's license at time of appointment.  Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a professional engineer in the State of California.

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: 

• Civil engineering principles and practices as applied to municipal civil engineering.
• Methods and materials, including methods of inspection and testing of materials used for public works projects.
• Principles of supervision and leadership.

Ability to:  

• Prepare clear and concise plans.
• Prioritize public works projects and meet project deadlines.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Supplemental Information

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
One (1) Year

Candidates must submit a completed City of Hayward job application, the required licenses, and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, which fully describe the nature of their professional experience and qualifications.  Be sure to scan and attach a copy of the required documents to your on-line application.  Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.

Based on the information provided, those best qualified may be invited to the next phase of the process, which may include an oral, practical, and/or written examination.

The examination process will result in a ranked eligible register of candidates for hiring consideration by the department.  Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process.

* Completion of this Supplemental Questionnaire is required for your application to be considered and is an integral part of the examination process. Writing ‘see resume’ or ‘N/A’ is not a sufficient response. The rating of the supplemental questions may   determine application status and/or rank on the eligible list.
 
Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employment background/reference check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. Some positions, depending on the nature of the work, also require a credit check and a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting.

Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receive email notice from Neogov/Government Jobs and the City of Hayward.

Candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.NeoGov.com.  Paper applications can be obtained by contacting HR at: employment@hayward-ca.gov. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Recreation Leader II position is responsible for providing high-level programs and services through the Parks and Recreation Department which provide concrete, positive experiences for youth and which promote qualities that are essential to raising successful young people. Recreation Leaders (II) are responsible for creating and implementing the curriculum for the Town’s recreation programs which offer youth daily activities, including arts, crafts, games, field trips, and special events.  This position is responsible for supervision of part-time staff and program participants. This position may also work additional seasonal events for the Parks and Recreation Department throughout the year.

School year position: Support and assist students with homework, long-distance learning plans, and provide supplemental enrichment activities and supervised outdoor opportunities.

Must be available 20+ hours per week between the hours of 8:00am – 4:00pm

*** Position Open Until Filled ***

 EXAMPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely and appropriately supervise students in school like setting.
• Serve as a mentor and role model to students.
• Assist students with school work
• Plan and lead arts, crafts, games, and other enrichment activities.
• Work as part of a team of leaders.
• Use positive discipline and communicate effectively with parents/guardians.
• Perform duties within OSHA health and safety standards.
• Maintain adequate inventory of supplies and equipment within budgetary guidelines.
• Supervise and mentor Recreation Leaders (I), including adherence to Town policies and procedures.
• Follow proper cleaning/sanitizing procedures daily

• Job Announcement URL: 

  https://www.moraga.ca.us/162/Employment-Announcements

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Recreation Leader I position is responsible for providing high-level programs and services through the Parks and Recreation Department which provide concrete, positive experiences for youth and which promote qualities that are essential to raising successful young people. Recreation Leaders (I) are responsible for implementing the curriculum for the Town’s recreation programs which offer youth daily activities, including arts, crafts, games, field trips, and special events. This position may also work additional seasonal events for the Parks and Recreation Department throughout the year.

School year position: Support and assist students with homework, long-distance learning plans, and provide supplemental enrichment activities and supervised outdoor opportunities.

*** Position Open Until Filled ***

 EXAMPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely and appropriately supervise students in school like setting.
• Serve as a mentor and role model to students.
• Assist students with school work
• Plan & lead age appropriate arts, crafts, games, and other enrichment activities.
• Work as part of a team of leaders.
• Use positive discipline and communicate effectively with parents/guardians.
• Perform duties within OSHA health and safety standards.
• Follow proper cleaning/sanitizing procedures daily

Job Announcement URL: 

https://www.moraga.ca.us/162/Employment-Announcements

DEFINITION
 
Inspects plans of building and construction for compliance with building codes, laws and ordinances, particularly those involving electrical codes during phases of construction, reconstruction or alteration projects to assure conformance with approved plans and specifications and the requirements of applicable codes and regulations; trains and instructs other inspectors on electrical inspections and provides working lead assistance to other inspectors as required.
 
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
 
This is a skilled journey-level class that requires independence of action, judgement and discretion in interpreting plans and specifications and enforcing local, state, and federal construction regulations.

Examples of Essential Duties: 

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
 
Performs skilled inspection work in enforcing compliance with the City's building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and energy codes plus other related local and state ordinances.
 
Assists the general public, contractors, architects and engineers by interpreting and giving detailed explanation of requirements and application of building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes and related local and state ordinances.
 
Makes joint field inspections with Building Inspectors during construction of building to ensure compliance with applicable laws and ordinances and related local and state ordinances.
 
 Helps train and provides working  assistance in specialty to Building Inspectors in the performance of their duties, reviews output and quality of work performed, and provides an evaluation of same to management.
 
Keep records and reports of inspections and enters inspection results and corrections into the City's computerized tracking and reporting system.
 
Review applications for building permits, help applicants fill in required permit data and sees that all required documents and data are included.
 
Orders corrections and improvements as necessary and follows up on rejected work to see that corrections are made.
 
Reviews and approves plans and provides inspections of industrial and commercial buildings to insure compliance with electrical codes and ordinances.
 
May consult with designers or builders regarding load and service requirements in electrical plans.
 
Inspects major commercial and industrial construction for conformance with electrical codes.
 
Prepares correspondence regarding inspections and code requirements.
 
Checks instances of hazards in electrical equipment or wiring and recommends necessary corrections.
 
Reviews complex electrical inspection work.
 
Provides information to public on building regulations.
 
Meets and confers with Building Official and Supervising Building Inspector regarding various pertinent matters.
 
Devises forms, files and other procedures necessary for the efficient operation of the Building Inspection Division.
 
Performs related work as necessary.

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS 
 
Knowledge of:

•  Building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical and housing codes with specialized knowledge of materials and standards to be applied in electrical construction.

Ability to:

•  Effectively train and provide working lead assistance to subordinate personnel.
• Read and interpret building plans and specifications and to enforce their application.
• Prepare clear and concise written reports.
• Deal effectively and tactfully with fellow employees, the general public, architects and engineers.
• Research and study the various building housing, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes, laws and ordinances.
• Perform moderate to heavy amounts of paperwork.
• Perform the physical aspects of a field inspection.

Typical Qualifications:

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

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Experience:  Four (4) years of experience as a journey level electrician preferably including one (1) year in a supervisory capacity.

OR

Two (2) years of electrical inspection experience involving major commercial or industrial installations.
 
Education:  Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
 
Licenses and Certificates:  Possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver's License. Possess and maintain an International Code Council (ICC) Certification as a Commercial Electrical Inspector. ICC Certification as a Commercial Combination Inspector and/or Residential Combination Inspector is highly desirable.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: One (1) Year
 

Candidates must submit a completed City of Hayward job application, license, copy of transcript, typing certificate, and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, which fully describe the nature of their professional experience and qualifications.  Be sure to scan and attach a copy of your International Code Council (ICC) Certification as a Commercial Electrical Inspector (ICC Certification as a Commercial Combination Inspector and/or Residential Combination Inspector is highly desirable) to your on-line application; certificates may also be emailed to employment@hayward-ca.gov no later than review date.  Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.

Based on the information provided, employment applications will be reviewed for minimum qualifications.  Those best qualified may be invited to the next phase of the process, which may include an oral, practical, written examination and/or supplemental questionnaires reviewed by subject matter experts.

The examination process will result in a ranked eligible register of candidates for hiring consideration by the department derived from any of the exam processes mentioned above.  Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process.

Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employment background/reference check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. Some positions, depending on the nature of the work, also require a credit check and a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting.

Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receive email notice from Neogov/Government Jobs and the City of Hayward.

Candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.GovernmentJobs.com.