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This position performs legal work in the enforcement of laws; prosecutes criminal cases as assigned by the District Attorney; advises the general public and law enforcement officers on criminal matters; and does related work as required. The position is at-will, temporary, part-time and scheduled for twenty-four (24) hours per week.
 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Reviews and prepares asset forfeiture cases.
• Researches and reviews laws as they impact cases pending.
• Meets and negotiates with defense attorneys on cases as needed.
• Prepares briefs and legal opinions; appears in court to prosecute cases; participates in preliminary hearings.
• Orders investigations and subpoenas; reviews search warrants; supervises and assists with case investigations.

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The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of a Limited Term Project Manager in the Administrative Services Department, with a focus on the scheduled Library Renovation. This limited term appointment is set to end in June 2025. 

The incumbent will plan, direct and coordinate activities concerned with the implementation or administration of a project; participate in the conceptual development of a project and oversee its organization, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation; coordinate project activities or functions with other County staff, associated agencies, and contractors as appropriate; may direct, review and evaluate the work of assigned staff. This is a broad classification managing mid- to large-scale projects that are largely of an analytical, programmatic and/or financial nature.  

This is the management level in the project management series. 

About Administrative Services:

The Administrative Services Department provides logistical and resource support to all County departments. We are the primary provider of Custodial Services, Fleet Services, Capital Improvement Planning and Acquisition and Facilities Maintenance. We provide purchasing guidance and serve as Purchasing Agent for County procurement needs as well as assist vendors interested in doing business with the County.

Examples of Duties:

• Participate in and supervise the design, implementation, integration and/or installation required for the project assigned; schedule the project timeline in logical steps and budget the appropriate amount of time required to meet deadlines.
• Coordinate, conduct and review a variety of complex analytical and support activities, including policy and procedure development and implementation; assist in the development and implementation of project goals, objectives, procedures and work standards.
• Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports or cost tracking reports.
• Confer with other County staff, the Purchasing Agent, associated agencies and contractors to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, or construction problems.
• Work with the Purchasing Agent to manage the consultant and contractor selection RFQ/RFP/IFB process and participate as a member of the consultant selection committee; manage resulting contracts; monitor projects, and documents related steps and procedures to ensure compliance with contract provisions.
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors.  

Position Summary

Under the general direction of the Director of Engineering and Maintenance, the Ferry Project Engineer will act as marine technical resources for issues related to Golden Gate Ferry Fleet. This position will be assigned to high-dollar complex vessel projects that require complicated processes, such as but not limited to, developing and/or overseeing the preparation of specifications, drawings, and procurement documents necessary to advertise, proceed to competitive bid, and manage the project through completion.   

 

This position will liaise with regulatory and classification bodies; administer vessel technical information; provide project management and engineering support for maintenance; repair activities; regulatory and vetting inspections and capital improvements.

 

Essential Responsibilities

 

• Works with the Director to inspect Ferry Division assets to develop capital improvement plans and   dry dock schedules.
• Conducts research on relevant regulatory issues and support development of compliance plans.
• Manages sub-contractors working on Ferry Division assets within schedule and budget constraints.    
• Responsible for working with the Director and the procurement staff to ensure all sub­ contracting and materials are procured as per the District guidelines.
• Performs quality control inspections of all maintenance work, subcontractor and shipyard work. Subcontractor and shipyard quality control shall be a shared responsibility with the Director at the direction of the Director.
• Consistent with industry practices and mechanics safety manual, ensures that all maintenance work is completed following established safe working practices working utilizing the proper PPE for all mechanics and subcontractors. 
• Closely manages and keeps both the Director of Maintenance and Operations Department apprised of all situations that affect a vessel’s usage. Any deficiency that could possibly be deemed a “no sail items by the United States Coast Guard (USCG) shall be closely managed with all involved parties updated as required to have the least impact on operations. 
• In conjunction with the Director, determines when and where vessels will be removed from service so that work can be scheduled accordingly.
• Leads efforts to ensure engineering documentation is current, accurate, accessible and organized.
• Adheres to the safety and health rules and safe working practices applicable to his or her job.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with District employees, customers, vendors and all others contacted during the course of work using principles of excellent customer service. 
• Performs additional related duties as assigned. 
• Regular and reliable attendance and performance is required

 

 

Minimum Qualifications

 

Education and/or Experience: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marine Engineering and/or Naval Architecture.
• Minimum of five (5) years of recent, full-time experience in the marine industry.
• Experience with USCG and various State regulations.
• Experience with CFR's with emphasis on Title 46, Subchapter K.

 

Required License:  

• Must possess and maintain a current, valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

              

Physical Requirement:  

This position should be available for immediate callout situations 24 hours a day, 7 days a week as required to support operations. Also, should have the ability to travel domestically on an immediate notice possibly for extended periods of time. Requires frequent and extensive physical activities such as lifting and manipulating up to 50 lbs., bending, standing, stooping, kneeling, twisting, climbing, gripping, and other movements related to essential duties. Working inside and outside in all weather conditions. Work around fumes, odors and dust in an occasionally high noise level environment. Ability to wear a respirator.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

 

Knowledge of:  

• District Policies and Labor Agreements (MOUs).
• Occupational health and safety rules and working practices applicable to this position. 
• District Policies.
• Occupational health and safety rules and working practices applicable to this position. 
• Vessel construction, repair and operations. 
• Vessel propulsion and systems. 

 

Skill in or Ability to:  

• Work independently and with minimal supervision. 
• Communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing. 
• Establish and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships. 
• Perform computerized data entry and basic business office technology functions such as use of email, data entry, work-order processing and materials requisition.
• Build a motivated and productive team.
• Manage projects.
• Demonstrate management and leadership skills. 
• Evaluate  complex   stressful  situations and initiate proper  course  of   action  with  the   appropriate emotional reaction.

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Deputy County Counsel II/III in the Office of County Counsel. Under the direction of the County Counsel and Chief Deputy County Counsel, attorneys in this series perform professional legal work by preparing and trying civil cases and providing legal counsel and assistance to the County, it’s officers, associated boards and commissions, as well as outside agencies; assist departments in interpreting regulations on a wide range of topics; represent officers and employees in litigation; and perform duties as assigned.  The Deputy County Counsel I/II/III classification is flexibly staffed and depending on background and experience, may be filled directly at the Deputy County Counsel II or III level. Involvement in formal litigation and discretionary authority increases as the incumbent progresses through the various levels.

Examples of Duties Level I:

• Researches, interprets and applies laws, court decision, statutes, ordinances and other legal authorities for use in the preparation of legal opinions, briefs, pleadings, notes, and memoranda; prepares legal reports, opinions, briefs and appeals of average difficulty under general supervision.  
• Represents, confers with and advises County officials, employees and district representatives on legal questions pertaining to their respective powers, duties, functions and obligations; may attend meetings of boards and commissions in order to provide legal advice and counsel.  
• Represents, confers with, and advises clients of the Office of the County Counsel with respect to all aspects of civil law, including litigation in the area of probate, police powers, zoning, planning, social services, health care, child welfare, disciplinary appeals and grievances, real and personal property, assessment and taxation, and other civil areas of public law.  
• Researches and prepares formal written ordinances, resolutions, contracts, agreements, leases, conveyances and other legal documents.

Examples of Duties Level II (in addition to the above):

• Prepares pleadings and other papers in connection with trials, hearings and other legal proceedings; performs research, investigation and detailed legal preparation for the trial or defense of the County in cases involving condemnation, damage or other civil suits.  
• Makes recommendations to the County Counsel concerning the advisability to prosecute, compromise or dismiss civil litigation.
• Drafts proposed legislation, analyzes pending legislation and recommends County position on legislation.

Examples of Duties Level III (in addition to the above):

• Prepares difficult legal reports, opinions, briefs and appeals using independent judgment and discretion.  
• Attends meetings of boards and commissions in order to provide legal advice and counsel. 

Deputy District Attorneys perform professional legal services in the prosecution of a variety of criminal and/or civil matters on behalf of the District Attorney and perform other related work as assigned.

Deputy District Attorney I-II-III:

• Level I – This level is assigned to attorneys who have no previous legal experience.  Attorneys at this level work under close supervision. Applicants who have taken the California State Bar Exam this year and are waiting for results are encouraged to apply.

• Level II – This level is assigned to attorneys with at least one year of experience in the practice of law, who have demonstrated sufficient professional knowledge, judgment and skill to begin handling cases under general supervision. 

• Level III – This level is assigned to attorneys with at least four years of experience in the practice of law, who have demonstrated sufficient professional knowledge, judgement and skill to handle the most difficult and complex cases under limited supervision.

Examples of Duties: 

• Reviews and evaluates law enforcement reports and associated information and makes decisions whether to prosecute, negotiate or dismiss.      
• Appears in Superior Court for all criminally related court matters, including, pre-hearing conferences, sentencing, preliminary hearings, motions, and court and jury trials.
• Interviews witnesses and victims of criminal, domestic violence, and other offenses; reviews and evaluates physical evidence, views crime scenes; discusses cases with law enforcement; evaluates cases for settlement purposes and creates strategies for trial.
• Performs legal research regarding a variety of anticipated legal issues; provides advice to law enforcement staff regarding applicable laws, court decisions and legal authorities.
• Prepares a variety of documentation, such as jury instruction packets, motions, sentencing statements, correspondence and other materials.
• Prepares witness lists; organizes and compiles court exhibits and other evidence in preparation for court and trial and provides for legal discovery of such work.
• Prepares and presents cases to the Yuba County Grand Jury.

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