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Under the supervision of the Police Academy Sergeant, the Program Manager is responsible for managing the training program operations within the Bureau of Administration’s Training Unit.  This position is responsible for coordinating and facilitating training for the 28-week Police Recruit training program and is responsible for ensuring training hours and requirements meet or exceed California's Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) requirements.

The Academy has a Paramilitary structure with weekly physical conditioning, firearms training, arrest and control tactics, and an intense classroom curriculum. There are learning domains, weekly exams, mid-term and final exams including scenario/role-playing practical situations.

Typical duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

¾    Create and manage the Police Academy schedule, coordinate and facilitate Police Recruit training academy requirements.

¾    Monitor and conduct training needs assessments for training staff, and entry level employees to ensure basic courses meet education, training, and safety expectations, both by the Department and state level.

¾    Constant evaluation of academy policy and procedures to ensure compliance at local and state level.  Maintain awareness and incorporate new training on amended or new policies or procedures.

¾    Plan, implement and manage the training programs operations ensuring efficient utilization of resources. Track and maintain training unit cost and budget, including training costs, overtime expenses, and equipment.

¾    Manage and lead recruits through training, including schedule meetings, evaluations, performance updates, etc.  Review staff evals and address training issues, mentor and provide feedback to commend or correct notable behavior.

¾    Represent the Department Training program to outside agencies and professional groups to build and maintain positive working relationships.  Market and promote training academy, network at CA POST and advisory meetings to establish San Jose Police Department (SJPD) as a best practices’ agency at local, state and regional levels.

Desirable qualifications include possession of a Police Officer Standards and Training (POST) certificate or an Academy Instructor Certificate Course (AICC).

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

The Department is currently recruiting Engineer positions of different disciplines (including Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical) and may be assigned to work in the following areas:

Transportation and Hydraulic Services Division

The Transportation and Hydraulics Services Division is responsible for the design, construction, and master plan of bridges, culverts, streets, sidewalks, storm and sanitary sewers, pump stations, streetlights, landscape and hardscape improvements, traffic signals, and supports construction and engineering, upgrade and revitalization of the San Jose-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility. In addition, this division provides general engineering plan review for general projects and electrical engineering review for projects constructed by private developers.

Engineering Services Division

The Engineering Services Division is comprised of four sections: Construction Management Services, Structural Engineering and Code Inspection, Material Testing Laboratory, and Survey.  This division provides technical support services to City Capital Improvement Programs and Projects, development/utility permit projects, and other citywide customers.

Developmental Services Division

The Development Services Division provides development plan review and construction of City infrastructure in conjunction with the private development process, administers permits for work within City’s streets, and provides utilities services.

City Facilities Architectural Services Division

CFAS Division has the primary responsibility for the delivery of capital improvements projects on City properties and provides design and construction services for public buildings, landscape improvements, and capital maintenance projects, including recreational facilities, parks, trails, libraries, public safety facilities, and various cultural facilities.

The ideal candidate will possess a high level of professionalism, excellent customer service skills, and supreme work ethic. The position requires excellent judgement, initiative, perseverance, integrity, organizational skills, flexibility, and written and verbal communication skills. Under the direction of an Associate Engineer, these candidates will perform the key responsibilities (but are not limited to) listed below:

Key Responsibilities (Dependent upon the position/discipline for which they may be selected.)

• Develop, review, and interpret plans and specifications for conformance to established standards for major City projects 
• Prepare resource and/or cost estimates
• Perform field investigation
• Prepare and administer consultant agreements
• Supervise, schedule, assign and direct activities for Inspectors and/or Engineering Technicians, Student Interns, and Engineering Trainees
• Review and make recommendations concerning proposed projects and resolve disputes between contractors, inspectors, developers, utilities, and consultants
• Work collaboratively in a group or team environment and communicate clearly and effectively
• Prepare a variety of correspondences and reports
• Utilize various computer programs to analyze data and produce presentations
• Generate and maintain project information in the City's database system
• Ability to perform CAD drafting using AutoCAD or MicroStation
• Review storm pump station circuit and motor control diagrams
• Review engineering to support pump station upgrades, force mains and miscellaneous structures
• Review designs, improvement plans, estimates, specifications, and contract documents for capital improvements projects
• Assists in CEQA and other permits process
• Process invoices/pay letters, change orders and submittals
• Performs complex calculations and data management tasks using MS Excel
• Coordinates with contractors and/or other City departments to plan and develop City projects
• Performs a range of work in the field of design, project management or construction project management
• Assists in the revision of City of San Jose standard plans and specifications as needed
• Interacts, coordinates, and provides customer service to engineers, inspectors, consultants, contractors, local agencies, citizen groups, general public, and other City Departments
• Use EADOC construction management software for managing the documentation of capital improvement projects

 
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

The Associate Engineer classification is the third level of the engineering series and typically requires minimal supervision in the design, review, and management of projects. Incumbents of this class are typically supervised and provided lead direction and training by a Senior Engineer.
 
The Public Works Department is recruiting to fill Associate Engineering positions in the Transportation and Hydraulic Services Division (THS), Electrical Section.  THS is responsible for the design and construction of bridges, culverts, streets, sidewalks, storm and sanitary sewers, pump stations, streetlights, landscape and hardscape improvements, traffic signals, and supports construction and engineering, upgrade and revitalization of the San Jose-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility.
 
The ideal candidate will possess a high level of professionalism, excellent customer service skills, and a supreme work ethic. These positions require excellent judgment, initiative, perseverance, integrity, organizational skills, flexibility and written and verbal communications skills. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares and/or reviews designs, improvement plans, estimates, specifications, and contract documents for capital improvement projects, private development projects or other engineering related projects that are prepared by subordinates and/or consultants engaged by the City or by private developers.
• Reviews and responds to Request for Information memos (RFIs) and submittals, negotiate change orders and review pay applications.
• Manages projects, i.e., oversees, controls, and guides the project.
• Negotiates, prepares and manages consultant agreements and/or construction contracts.
• Supervises staff by prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff is trained; making hiring, termination and disciplinary recommendations.
• Supervises the collection and analysis of field data and prepares recommendations.
• Responsible for interfacing with the public, consultants, contractors, other City departments/sections, and other agencies, and is responsible for timely response to the stakeholders' requests and concerns on projects.
• Coordinates with construction inspectors and attends field meetings to resolve problems arising in the field during the construction of a public improvement project.
• Prepares clearly written and effective reports and Council Memos.
• Tracks and manages project costs using appropriate tools and resources.
• Responsible for permitting, managing, and designing capital projects.

 
Additional responsibilities specific to the Transportation and Hydraulics Services (THS) Electrical Section positions:

Associate Engineer (Electrical – Street Lighting Team):

• Performs street lighting and area lighting analysis conforming to the recommendations set forth by the Illumination Engineering Society (IES) and the City’s lighting guidelines.
• Performs electrical engineering analysis and design conforming to the National Electric Code requirements and other related local and state standards.
• Implements and coordinates design guidelines in reviewing small cell tower permit plans. 

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment

ECOLOGIST OR SENIOR ECOLOGIST (VEGETATION)

Open to all applicants

SALARY:

Ecologist: $6,864 - $8,382 PER MONTH ($82,368 - $100,584 ANNUALLY) DOQ/DOE
Senior Ecologist: $7,923 - $9,708 PER MONTH ($95,076 - $116,496 ANNUALLY) DOQ/DOE

Timeline

•  Interviews are tentatively scheduled for Wednesday February 26, 2020
•  Finalists will be invited back for interviews tentatively scheduled for Friday March 20, 2020.

Please hold these dates on your calendar.

*Dates subject to change.

The Marin Municipal Water District seeks an Ecologist or Senior Ecologist (Vegetation) to support implementation of watershed vegetation programs.  This includes oversight of vegetation inventory, mapping, monitoring, environmental compliance, mitigation and restoration activities. The Ecologist or Senior Ecologist (Vegetation) will have the responsibility for providing direction to technical support staff and contractors during implementation of all phases of the District’s Vegetation Management Plan, as well as with other watershed natural resources programs, as directed. In addition, the Ecologist or Senior Ecologist (Vegetation) will establish and maintain collaborative relationships with both internal and external stakeholders and staff and will maintain a work environment that fosters positive employee engagement, high productivity and effective communication. 

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of botany, forestry, ecology, natural resources management and environmental compliance. The position will be staffed at a level commensurate with the qualifications of the selected individual and the needs of the District.

The District: The District is a medium sized, municipal, water agency with a Board of Directors/General Manager form of government, 240 full time employees and a $107,895,032 combined annual operating and capital budget for FY 2020.  Annually, the District delivers water to 190,800 residents and businesses in the central and southern portions of Marin County and has stewardship responsibilities for 21,000 acres of pristine watershed lands on Mt. Tam.  

Timeline

•  Interviews are tentatively scheduled for Wednesday February 26, 2020
•  Finalists will be invited back for interviews tentatively scheduled for Friday March 20, 2020.

Please hold these dates on your calendar.

*Dates subject to change.

PLEASE SEE ATTACHED BROCHURE FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING THIS EXCITING OPPORTUNITY

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FINAL FILING DATE:                        We are accepting applications until closing at 5:00 pm, March 5, 2020. PERS retired annuitants are not eligible to apply.

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 seasonal, temporary and part-time position of College Intern in the Power Engineering Division of the Electric Department. This position is limited to no more than 40 hours per week for a maximum of 5 months and no more than 1000 hours per fiscal year. The length of the Internship will be June 2020 to August 2020 with a work schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

This position will be assigned to the Power Engineering Division, which is responsible for all aspects of engineering work related to operating and maintaining the Roseville Electric Utility system.  This includes functions such as substation design, protection and controls, distribution operations and planning, sub-transmission operations and planning, and asset management. The selected candidate will be assigned meaningful projects in the aforementioned areas. Roseville Electric Utility serves more than 59,000 customers with a peak demand of approximately 355MW and also owns and operates over 200MW of generation facilities.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of administrative, technical and general support staff duties for assigned department or division.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a temporary part-time, training classification in which students with current enrollment in college with course work related to the area assigned can gain experience in assisting city staff in the performance of professional administrative or technical duties.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from higher level staff as assigned.

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

• Collect, summarize and analyze information and statistics on existing programs and services.
• Participate in organizational and procedural studies and the preparation of reports and manuals.
• Maintain applicable records and files, as assigned.
• Conduct surveys and perform research and statistical analyses regarding municipal policies, procedures and services.
• Participate in the design of forms and the implementation of systems.
• Perform related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Effective methods of making oral and written reports and presentations.
• Research techniques, methods and procedures.

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.              
• Work cooperatively and effectively with co-workers, other departments, outside agencies, and the general public.
• Understand and apply policies, laws and rules; learn and apply pertinent federal, state and local law codes and regulations.
• Exhibit proficiency in use of modern office methods and enter and revise information on computer databases; demonstrate proficiency in computer word processing; type at a speed necessary to successfully perform duties.
• On a continuous basis, learn and understand all aspects of the job and department procedures; sit at desk or in meetings for long periods of time; review work papers and reports; identify and interpret technical and numerical information.
• On a continuous basis, twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and operate a variety of office equipment; use personal computer.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

None required.

AND

Training:

Equivalent to the completion the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree.   Current enrollment in six or more units towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Public Administration, Business Administration or a field related to area of assignment. The current assignment is in Power Engineering. Coursework towards a degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis is power systems is desirable.

License or Certificate:

Based on the needs of the department, some positions may require possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

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

2. Are you, at a minimum, entering your junior year of classes in the fall of 2018?  Please identify how many units you have completed and what type (i.e. quarter or semester units).

3. What is your current major and specific area of study?

4. Please list any/all Electrical Engineering coursework you have completed.  Identify course code and title.

5. What would you like to learn from an internship with the Electric Engineering group?

6. What knowledge and skills do you possess that would make you a valuable intern with the Electric Engineering group?

7. Please include a copy of your school schedule to your application that demonstrates that you are currently enrolled in at least 6 or more qualifying units.

Benefits of Internship

The intern can expect to be engaged in actual power engineering work. This work may include assisting in system studies, planning, protection design or line/substation design work. The intern can expect to learn the day-to-day experiences and responsibilities of an engineer working at a municipal electric utility. The intern will also be able to gain some useful knowledge regarding what utilities are looking for when hiring engineers for full-time positions.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be screened by the Human Resources Department for minimum qualifications.  Qualifying applicants may be contacted by the Department to interview. 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.

JOB TYPE

Part-Time, Temporary/Seasonal

THE POSITION

The City of Dublin is seeking a temporary, part-time Program Specialist in the Economic Development Division of the City Manager’s Office to provide a variety of support for the City’s Census 2020 outreach efforts through approximately May 2020. Specific focus areas will include communications, community outreach and local government administration. The Program Specialist will interact with members of the public and may make internal and public presentations.  The Program Specialist can expect to learn valuable professional skills such as communication methods, community organizing, project management, organization, event planning and others.  The ideal candidate will be a collaborative thinker and excellent communicator who can maintain effective relationships with co-workers, community groups and members of the public from diverse backgrounds.

There may be several evening obligations, such as attending weekly Farmers’ Markets or other community events.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

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.

• Under supervision, assists with planning, coordinating and implementing meetings, events and other outreach opportunities.
• Under supervision, perform routine research and statistical analyses as requested such as compiling and maintaining information as it relates to demographic data, business data, community groups, places of worship, ethnic grocery stores, English as a Second Language (ESL) classes and other avenues to connect with Hard-to-Count populations.
• Successfully complete Census Ambassador Training.
• Engage with community members (in person, over the phone and in writing) to provide timely and accurate information about the Census.
• Host informational tables at Senior Center, City Hall lobby, Farmers’ Market, etc.
• If requested, support the Questionnaire Assistance Center (“QAC”) at Dublin Library.
• Compile and track inventory of materials.
• Assist in the preparation of letters, reports, manuals, publications and miscellaneous public information literature.
• Help to compile and track Census outreach efforts and assist in the preparation of reports on the project.
• Assist with administrative tasks including editing project webpages and the maintenance of records, files and other data.

• Participate in calls/meetings with external agencies and other partners.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.

Description

City of Half Moon Bay
Social Media Intern – Communications / City Clerk Department

Salary: $13.00- $25.00/hour

The City of Half Moon Bay will host an internship position within the Communications / City Clerk Department.

About the City

The City of Half Moon Bay is a Bay Area coastal community of approximately 12,500 residents and is located 25 miles south of San Francisco. The City is governed by a five-member elected City Council and utilizes the council-manager form of government. The City Council appoints a City Manager who is responsible for the oversight of daily operations and provides leadership for the City’s programs. The City currently employs 40 full-time employees in the following departments: City Manager’s Office, Communications / City Clerk, Administrative Services, Community Development, and Public Works. The City contracts Public Safety with the San Mateo County Sheriff's Department.

The City and surrounding Coastside are a thriving agricultural, fishing, tourism, and recreational destination. There is a rich culture of diverse traditions and multi-generational families who have lived in Half Moon Bay for well over 100 years. In any given neighborhood, you will find farmers, high-tech entrepreneurs, and artists living amongst each other as one community.

About the Department

The Communications / City Clerk Department is seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated, and innovative individual interested in sharpening their communications skills in a municipal government setting. This internship provides an excellent opportunity for an individual interested in enhancing their knowledge and experience in city administration, local government, and community engagement. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to assist in outreach, digital media, and other communications initiatives. Through mentorship and under general supervision, the successful candidate will be responsible to complete specific projects and a variety of ongoing assignments to help develop their knowledge and skills. Some of the various projects and responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Assist with Social Media content and monitoring
• Assist in the development of community outreach programs and events
• Assist with elections and district election community meetings (planning and outreach)
• Support the Communications Director /City Clerk and Communications Program Manager on numerous interdepartmental projects

Minimum Qualifications

This position is an internship meant for current or recently graduated college students. Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities are qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be some completed college coursework with a major in Public Administration, Communications, Public Policy, or Business Administration.

Knowledge of:

• Social Media Applications (Facebook, Instagram, Nextdoor, Twitter)
• Microsoft Office software (Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Adobe software (Adobe Acrobat, InDesign, and Photoshop)
• Local government operations

Why Apply?

• Growth – we are committed to exposing you to a work environment that will sharpen your writing, presentation, research, analysis, and critical thinking skills.
• Training – this internship experience will provide real-world experience and training toward an entry-level professional position within a city government.
• Mentoring – the selected intern will be mentored by city staff.
• Networking – access to a network of professionals in the field of local government.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in pursuing a career in local government communications. The candidate will be self-motivated, detail-oriented, reliable, punctual, and honest. The candidate will also have the ability to learn new processes quickly and efficiently, as well as a desire to provide services to the community.

Benefits

Temporary position - no benefits

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone: 

(650) 712-1786

Contact email:  

cbutler@hmbcity.com

The City of Belmont Public Works Department is recruiting for the position of Associate Civil Engineer.

Recruitment will close by Friday, February 14, 2020 @ 5 p.m. or upon receipt of the first 50 applications and supplemental questionnaires, whichever occurs first.

The Associate Civil Engineer performs a variety of complex engineering work for design and management of public works projects and oversight of private development and permitted construction, prepares a variety of engineering documents, drawings and specifications, and performs a variety of professional public works and engineering tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.  The current vacancy is in Land Development.

This is the full journey level class within the professional Civil Engineer series.  Employees within this class are distinguished from the Assistant Civil Engineer by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Assistant Civil Engineer level, or when filled from the outside, have prior experience. This class is distinguished from the Senior Civil Engineer in that the latter performs the most difficult and responsible duties assigned to the classification including management of the most complex engineering projects or exercising lead direction over lower level staff.

The responsibilities and duties of the Associate Civil Engineer may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform a variety of engineering duties in support of capital improvement projects including road construction, storm drains, sewers, traffic systems and related construction projects.
• Perform design and engineering studies for capital improvement projects; including the preparation of project plans, drawing specifications, cost estimates and project schedules.
• Preparation of Request for Proposals, including scope of work for a variety of engineering projects and studies.  Management of engineering consultant procurement process and oversight of engineering consultants.
• Manage advertisement and award of construction projects including the review of contract bids and proposals; management of construction contracts including participating in the review of contractor work activities; ensures contract compliance with contractual obligations, prepares and reviews change orders and manages contract close out and acceptance.
• Coordinate projects and assignments with businesses, utilities, special districts, and other City departments. Respond to complaints and assists in solving problems related to City projects and policies; provides information to property owners, contractors, engineers, consultants, and the general public on conformance to standards, plans, specifications, and costs.
• Conduct field inspections of capital projects during construction; ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations; provides resolutions to construction problems.
• Perform a variety of engineering calculations and computation; prepare project cost analyses.
• Review and provide plan check comments for private development applications and building, grading, and encroachment permits in accordance with City codes, ordinances, and policies. Review of required studies and coordinates with consultants to provide peer review of special studies.
• Exercise professional engineering judgment in accordance with current accepted practice of civil engineering and appropriate laws and codes.
• Maintain a variety of public works department and engineering division program and project files and records.

To review the complete job description, visit www.belmont.gov

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