Yuba County is currently recruiting for the position of Project Manager-Limited Term in the Community Development and Services Agency (CDSA). The incumbent plans, directs and coordinates activities 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. Currently, this position is allocated for a three-year term through September 30, 2023 with the possibility of extension or conversion to a permanent position, and is eligible for County benefits during the extent of the term.
Example of Duties:
- Provide project oversight and coordination to increase access and reliability of broadband services; improve current and develop new broadband infrastructures while working collaboratively with citizens, County staff, and the Board of Supervisors to communicate and work towards advancement of the County's Broadband Initiative while effectively communicating project status
- Consult with internal and external stakeholders and staff to identify and resolve or mitigate operational and/or project issues
- Research, evaluate, and recommend the development and/or acquisition of technologies to address short and long-term needs; administer proposal request process and proposal evaluation; and negotiate and monitor contracts
- Cooperation with the County’s Broadband Task Force to develop governance for all aspects of broadband related projects and activities; Draft and recommend policy changes to support implementation, maintenance, and expansion of broadband services
- Build relationships and coordinate with the economic development community, local businesses, government partners, and County departments and staff to market and promote the County's broadband services
About the Community Development & Services Agency: The Community Development and Services Agency (CDSA) strives to improve the overall quality of life for our residents and fiscal health of our businesses by coordinating the orderly growth and development of the County. We accomplish this by providing proper implementation of related regulations, providing community services, and by providing operation, maintenance, and expansion of Public Works infrastructure.
About Yuba County: Yuba County is situated in the Northern Sacramento Valley, approximately 40 miles north of the State Capitol in Sacramento and two hours away from San Francisco and Lake Tahoe. The boundaries stretch from the farms and orchards of the valley to the timberlands of the Sierras. Yuba County offers its residents the many advantages of a rural lifestyle away from the pressures of the urban areas. Our County vision is to create a “golden” future for Yuba County by inspiring a community of participation, embracing our unique history, and discovering the wealth of our untapped potential.