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The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (District) is a regional government agency. The District's statutory mandate is to regulate stationary sources of air emissions. The District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities and conducts various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices.
 
The Air District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma.
 
The Air District is currently accepting applications for the position of Rules and Strategic Policy Director in the Rules and Strategic Policy Division. This is an open recruitment for one (1) full-time, exempt, management level position.
 
About the Position
The Director of Rules and Strategic Policy leads the development of new and modified regulations to be presented to the Board of Directors for consideration. Given the District’s leadership in this space, the selected applicant will have a unique opportunity to make significant changes to protect public health, address environmental injustice, and protect the global climate.

This position will require some days on-site. Hybrid schedule will be determined based on a discussion of the needs of the agency and the desires of the selected applicant.

Definition
Under executive direction, the position directs all programs and activities of the Rules and Strategic Policy Division and serves as the District’s chief subject expert on rulemaking and associated policies. The position is accountable for accomplishing division goals and objectives and for furthering District goals and objectives within general policy guidelines.

Directs, plans, monitors, and evaluates the goals, operations, policies, procedures and work standards of the Rules and Strategic Policy Division.
 
Plans, organizes, administers, reviews and evaluates the activities of assigned staff; coaches assigned staff to improve performance.
 
Selects personnel and provides for their training and professional development.
 
Provides technical and managerial direction to District staff and others.
 
Directs the allocation of resources to achieve timely outcomes and measurable goals within budget; adjusts plans and programs to meet emerging or new programs, while continuing to address major agency priorities.
 
Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of the division's operations, organizational structure, staffing levels, systems, and other internal policies and procedures; recommends alternative approaches and implements changes.
 
Represents the District at meetings with the public, industry and other agencies; serves as the liaison for the agency.
 
Plans, develops, implements or directs major or complex projects or programs; directs the research of complex, highly technical issues; analyzes alternative solutions or approaches; recommends most effective course of action.
 
Directs and oversees the preparation and administration of the division's budget.
 
Develops and presents technical and policy issues and recommendations to the District Board and executive management.
 
Receives and analyzes division and agency reports; directs the preparation of monthly and annual reports; directs the gathering and analysis of information and evaluate processes.
 
Assists in the identification, development and implementation of agency goals, objectives, policies, and priorities.

A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills is:
 
Equivalent to graduation from a four year college or university with major coursework in engineering or a closely related field and five years of professional level work experience in developing or implementing air quality regulations, preferably in a public agency, including three years of supervisory experience.

Desirable Qualifications
Experience developing air quality regulations, especially for stationary sources.
 
Experience working in partnership with community advocates to address environmental injustice.

Interested individuals must submit a completed Air District application by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 19, 2024. Applications are accepted online; please visit our website at www.baaqmd.gov/jobs to apply. Resumes are encouraged, but not mandatory, and are not accepted in lieu of the required application materials. Postmarks, faxes, and E-mailed applications will not be accepted.
 
Except as requested in this announcement, do not include any additional documents, such as letters of recommendation, performance evaluations, work samples, etc. They will not be considered or returned.
 
Selection Criteria
Selection may be based upon a competitive examination consisting of a written exercise, interview, or combination of the two. Depending on the number of qualified applicants, an application screening and/or panel interview may be used to determine the most qualified applicants.
 
Persons with disabilities who may require reasonable accommodations during the application and/or selection process should notify the Human Resources Office at (415) 749-4980.
 
The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description

Join an agency committed to creating a healthy breathing environment for every Bay Area resident while protecting and improving public health, air quality, and the global climate!
 
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment. The District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices. The District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma.
 
At the District, we take pride in our commitment to fostering a workplace that values diversity and promotes cultural awareness. We prioritize employee engagement by providing a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages active participation and open dialogue. Additionally, we believe in pay equity and strive to create an equitable compensation structure. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance, we understand the importance of supporting our employees' well-being both inside and outside the workplace. Join us in a dynamic and inclusive culture where your contributions are celebrated and your growth is nurtured.
 
The District is currently accepting applications for the position of Senior Environmental Planner in the Planning and Climate Protection Division. This is an open recruitment for two (2) full-time, limited-term contract positions. Both positions are for a 2-year term.
 
This is a Limited Term Contract Employee (LTCE) Position. LTCE positions are funded by grants or other designated funds which are not part of the District’s ongoing general fund budget. LTCE positions are subject to individual employment contracts and are limited to the duration of their funding source. Regular employees have the right to apply for an LTCE position. However, LTCE positions are not subject to the terms of the Employee Association MOU, and LTCE employees serve on an at-will basis.  
 
About You in the Position - Air Quality Planning Section (AB 617 Role)
Are you interested in reducing air pollution and improving health outcomes in the most impacted and overburdened communities in the Bay Area? Are you motivated to develop and implement plans, projects and policies that address air pollution injustices and inequities? Are you energized by collaboration, enthusiastic about inter-disciplinary work, and committed to working to build and maintain a culture of shared trust and respect?
 
The AB 617 Senior Environmental Planner will join a high performing and motivated team of professionals who work in deep partnership with frontline communities most impacted by air pollution. You will lead and participate in the successful preparation and implementation of community-scale air quality plans in partnership with Air District staff, community members and partner organizations, and work to support communities and local governments determine how to best improve air quality and reduce health disparities while centering equity and addressing environmental justice. To be successful in this role, you must be a strong team player, have strong communication and analytical skills and be able to work with people of varied backgrounds and perspectives, including low-income communities of color and communities overburdened by air pollution. You will leverage your knowledge of land use, transportation, air quality, equity and environmental justice to conduct research, analyze issues, prepare planning documents, and craft recommendations to support decision making. You will also interface with local, regional, and state agencies in developing and implementing these community-scale air quality plans.
 
Assembly Bill 617
Assembly Bill (AB) 617 (C. Garcia, Chapter 136, Statutes of 2017) was signed into law alongside Assembly Bill 398 which extended California’s cap-and-trade program for greenhouse gas emissions. AB 617 addresses environmental justice concerns regarding the extension of the cap-and-trade program by requiring the California Air Resources Board, with input from community groups, air districts and others, to select locations around the state to prepare community-led plans to reduce emissions of toxic air contaminants and criteria pollutants. Communities can also be selected to prepare community-led monitoring plans. The primary requirement for community selection is a demonstrated high cumulative exposure burden to air pollution and associated health disparities. In the Bay Area, and around the state, these communities are often low-income communities of color.
 
In 2017, West Oakland and Richmond were selected as the first communities to participate in the AB 617 program. Since then, East Oakland and Bayview Hunters Point/Southeast San Francisco communities have been added to the program. The Air District works closely with these communities to both develop and implement emission reduction and monitoring plans.
 
About You in the Position – Climate Protection Section (EPA CPRG Role)
Are you a visionary thinker? Are you committed to developing solutions to climate change that benefit communities? Do you enjoy solving problems in a team atmosphere? Do you like working with different stakeholders to develop policy solutions? The Bay Area Air Quality Management District is leading a regional effort to develop the first-ever Bay Area Regional Climate Action Plan. The EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grant Senior Environmental Planner will participate in this effort as a member of a high performing and motivated team.
 
To be successful in this role, you must be a strong team player who is able to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities. You will make use of your knowledge of how local governments operate to address planning and policy issues. You will also draw on your experience or interest in addressing GHG mitigation by working with communities to identify local priorities, while at the same time syncing local goals with regional and statewide climate planning efforts. Your ability to review and assess policies and strategic approaches will support your work in developing potential GHG mitigation strategies and measures in a variety of economic sectors.

EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grant
As part of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, the US EPA launched the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) program, providing $250 million nationwide to states and metropolitan regions to develop regional greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction plans, and $4.3 billion in nationally competitive grants to implement measures in those plans. The Air District has received $1 million from this EPA program to lead an eight-county climate action planning process. This planning effort identifies GHG mitigation measures across economic sectors to achieve aggressive GHG reduction goals and benefit frontline communities.

DEFINITION
Under direction, provides lead direction to environmental planning staff and conducts complex long-range planning for land use and environmental assessments; performs related work as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the advanced lead level in the professional planning series. Incumbents provide lead direction to environmental planners and perform highly specialized and difficult planning functions. Incumbents are assigned to design and implement programs that require considerable professional knowledge and the use of independent judgement. This class is distinguished from Principal Environmental Planner in that the latter has responsibility for creating projects and new programs, and handling the most difficult, sensitive, novel or critical projects.

Examples of Duties for this Position

Analyzes issues, prepares reports and recommendations relative to land use, regional development and related issues; provides input into planned development's impact on air quality.
 
Confers with personnel from other divisions and agencies in coordinating assigned work; meets with community organizations and other groups to encourage cooperative action or resolve problems.
 
Upon assignment, provides lead direction, training and work review to professional environmental planners on routine, continuing or well-defined tasks; prioritizes and follows up on work to ensure timely completion.
 
Responds to inquiries from and represents the District with governmental officials, consultants, and the public related to environmental planning issues.
 
Upon request, provides input into selection decisions and performance evaluations.
 
Performs research on specified administrative and technical activities necessary to achieve environmental review and planning objectives.
 
Monitors and evaluates legislation and other governmental actions relating to air quality management planning; develops recommendations for District regulations, policies and programs.
 
Interfaces with local, state and federal agencies in development of regional development issues.
 
Leads and participates in preparation, review and editing of environmental impact assessment documents from other agencies; prepares District Lead Agency documents in accordance with relevant guidelines.
 
Participates in the preparation of non-attainment area plans related to assigned work.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience
A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills is:
 
Equivalent to graduation from a college or university with graduate degree in regional, urban, or environmental planning or a closely related field and three years of professional environmental planning experience. Additional relevant experience may substitute for the graduate degree.
 
Desirable Qualifications
Air Quality Protection Section (AB 617 Role) 
Cultural competence and sensitivity of how to work with diverse community members. 
 
Ability to listen and understand with humility and empathy.
 
Ability to speak to broad audiences.
 
Understanding of structural and institutional racial inequities and environmental injustices causes and solutions.
 
Awareness of interpersonal skills necessary to effectively work in a team setting. 
 
Bilingual proficiency in one or more languages commonly spoken in the San Francisco Bay Area.
 
Climate Protection Section Role (EPA CPRG Role)
Collaboration, partnership and strong working relationships with local government staff, communities, community groups, stakeholder groups (subject matter experts, businesses, non-profits, etc.).
 
Highly organized, experience using different work planning and project management tools.
 
Strong research and writing skills.
 
Strong executing skills: planning and organizing own work, pursuing defined goals and objectives, and follow-through.

Other Requirements
Must be willing to attend meetings outside of regular working hours.
 
Benefits 
LTCEs are eligible to receive a generous benefits package, including Medical, Dental & Vision Options, Life Insurance, CalPERS Retirement Plan, Floating Holiday Leave, 14 Paid Holidays, Flexible Work Schedule/Remote Options, Transit Subsidy, Educational Reimbursement, and more.
 
Please see a full list of benefits here: https://www.baaqmd.gov/about-the-air-district/job-opportunities/benefits-resources

How to Apply & Selection Criteria

How to Apply
Interested individuals must submit a completed Air District application package and responses to the supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. Resumes are encouraged, but not mandatory, and will not be accepted in lieu of the required application materials. Applications are accepted online; please visit our website at www.baaqmd.gov/jobs to apply. Postmarks, faxes, and e-mailed applications will not be accepted.
 
Except as requested in this announcement, do not include any additional documents, such as letters of recommendation, performance evaluations, work samples, etc. They will not be considered.
 
Supplemental Questions Instructions
Individuals who apply for this position must respond to each of the required supplemental questions. Applications must be received by the Human Resources Office no later than the time and date specified in this vacancy announcement. The responses to the supplemental application questions will be used in accordance with the procedures indicated under the Selection Criteria section.
 
Please limit your responses to 250 words per question. Do not combine your responses or reference your application, resume, or any other requested documentation that you have included with your application packet to answer a question. This information will be evaluated as is and may be used to determine those applicants with the most directly related experience, education, and training to continue in the selection process. It is very important to provide a concise, clear, legible, complete response to each question.
 
Selection Criteria
Selection may be based upon a competitive examination consisting of a written exercise, interview, or combination of the two. Depending on the number of qualified applicants, an application screening and/or panel interview may be used to determine the most qualified applicants.
 
The District may hire from this recruitment process to fill future vacancies occurring within the next 18 months.
 
Persons with disabilities who may require reasonable accommodations during the application and/or selection process should notify the Human Resources Office at (415) 749-4980.
 
The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Description

Join an agency committed to creating a healthy breathing environment for every Bay Area resident while protecting and improving public health, air quality, and the global climate!
 
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment. The District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices. The District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma.
 
At the District, we take pride in our commitment to fostering a workplace that values diversity and promotes cultural awareness. We prioritize employee engagement by providing a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages active participation and open dialogue. Additionally, we believe in pay equity and strive to create an equitable compensation structure. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance, we understand the importance of supporting our employees' well-being both inside and outside the workplace. Join us in a dynamic and inclusive culture where your contributions are celebrated and your growth is nurtured.
 
The District is currently accepting applications for the position of Environmental Planner I/II in the Planning and Climate Protection Division. This is an open recruitment for one (1) full-time, limited-term contract position for a 2-year term.
 
This is a Limited Term Contract Employee (LTCE) Position. LTCE positions are funded by grants or other designated funds which are not part of the District’s ongoing general fund budget. LTCE positions are subject to individual employment contracts and are limited to the duration of their funding source. Regular employees have the right to apply for an LTCE position. However, LTCE positions are not subject to the terms of the Employee Association MOU, and LTCE employees serve on an at-will basis.  

About You in the Position
Are you interested in reducing air pollution and improving health outcomes in the most impacted and overburdened communities in the Bay Area? Are you motivated to develop and implement plans, projects and policies that address air pollution injustices and inequities?
 
The AB 617 Environmental Planner I/II will join a high-performing and motivated team of professionals who work in deep partnership with frontline communities most impacted by air pollution. You will assist in a wide variety of tasks to support the successful preparation and implementation of community-scale air quality plans in partnership with community members and partner organizations, and work to support communities and local governments determine how to best improve air quality and reduce health disparities while centering equity and addressing environmental justice. To be successful in this role, you must be a strong team player, have strong communication and analytical skills and be able to work with people of varied backgrounds and perspectives, including low-income communities of color and communities overburdened by air pollution. You will leverage your knowledge of land use, transportation, air quality, equity and environmental justice to gather, analyze, interpret, and visualize key data to support decision making.

Assembly Bill 617
Assembly Bill (AB) 617 (C. Garcia, Chapter 136, Statutes of 2017) was signed into law alongside Assembly Bill 398 which extended California’s cap-and-trade program for greenhouse gas emissions. AB 617 addresses environmental justice concerns regarding the extension of the cap-and-trade program by requiring the California Air Resources Board, with input from community groups, air districts and others, to select locations around the state to prepare community-led plans to reduce emissions of toxic air contaminants and criteria pollutants. Communities can also be selected to prepare community-led monitoring plans. The primary requirement for community selection is a demonstrated high cumulative exposure burden to air pollution and associated health disparities. In the Bay Area, and around the state, these communities are often low-income communities of color.
 
In 2017, West Oakland and Richmond were selected as the first communities to participate in the AB 617 program. Since then, East Oakland and Bayview Hunters Point/Southeast San Francisco communities have been added to the program. The Air District works closely with these communities to both develop and implement emission reduction and monitoring plans.

Definition
Under direction, performs professional environmental planning work, including conducting planning studies, environmental impact reviews, and transportation/air quality program activities; performs related work as assigned.
 
Distinguishing Characteristics
Environmental Planner I is the entry level class of this specialized professional planning series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents perform a wide range of professional planning duties while learning the more skilled and complex tasks associated with environmental planning and assessment. As experience is gained, duties become more diversified and are performed under more general supervision. This class is alternately staffed with Environmental Planner II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications of the higher-level class.
 
Environmental Planner II is the journey level class in this specialized series, fully competent to perform a wide range of professional planning duties associated with air quality and environmental planning. This class is distinguished from Senior Environmental Planner in that the latter provides lead direction as well as performs more complex and specialized work requiring considerable professional knowledge and the use of significant independent judgment and may provide lead direction for defined tasks.

Examples of Duties for this Position

Represents the District at meetings with the public, other public agencies and consulting firms.
 
Analyzes issues, prepares reports and recommendations relative to land use, regional development, transportation and related issues.
 
Prepares a variety of written communications, including analytical reports, correspondences and drafts of environmental assessments; directs the preparation of these materials by outside consultants and staff.
 
Makes effective oral presentations or prepares materials for presentation to and utilization by the Board of Directors, District staff, consultants and community groups.
 
May act as liaison with other agencies, divisions and local government planning departments.
 
Receives and reviews environmental impact documents to determine the project's impact on air quality.
 
Responds to inquiries from local officials, consultants, and the public related to environmental planning issues.
 
Prepares non-attainment area plans relating to assigned work.
 
Consults with District engineers and technical staff relative to environmental quality documents and permit applications.
 
Prepares, reviews and edits environmental impact assessment documents as Lead Agency in accordance with relevant guidelines.
 
Interfaces with local, state and federal environmental control agencies and health departments regarding environmental planning issues.
 
Proposes study approaches, designs materials and monitors programs to ensure compliance with various environmental legislation and regulations.
 
Assists in development of guidelines for assessing environmental impact of development projects and urban growth plans.
 
Prepares and/or reviews environmental reports to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and legislation.
 
Administers and interprets District requirements; recommends alternatives or improvements to proposed plans to enhance compliance.
 
Assists in developing and implementing transportation control measures.
 
Plans and conducts assigned research studies and prepares reports and recommendations regarding transportation/air quality programs.
 
Monitors compliance of city and county general plans with air quality district regulations and policies.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience
A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills is:
 
Environmental Planner I: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a graduate degree in regional, urban or environmental planning or a closely related field and one year of professional planning experience. Additional relevant experience may substitute for the graduate degree.
 
Environmental Planner II: In addition to the above, one year of professional environmental review and planning experience.
 
Desirable Qualifications
Experience with data collection and documentation, advanced excel skills or database management, and ArcGIS or other mapping platforms.
 
Cultural competence and sensitivity of how to work with diverse community members. 
 
Ability to listen and understand with humility and empathy.
 
Understanding of structural and institutional racial inequities and environmental injustices causes and solutions.
 
Awareness of interpersonal skills necessary to effectively work in a team setting. 
 
Bilingual proficiency in one or more languages commonly spoken in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Other Requirements
Must be willing to attend meetings outside of regular working hours.
 
Benefits 
LTCEs are eligible to receive a generous benefits package, including Medical, Dental & Vision Options, Life Insurance, CalPERS Retirement Plan, Floating Holiday Leave, 14 Paid Holidays, Flexible Work Schedule/Remote Options, Transit Subsidy, Educational Reimbursement, and more.
 
Please see a full list of benefits here: https://www.baaqmd.gov/about-the-air-district/job-opportunities/benefits-resources

How to Apply & Selection Criteria

How to Apply
Interested individuals must submit a completed Air District application package and responses to the supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. Resumes are encouraged, but not mandatory, and will not be accepted in lieu of the required application materials. Applications are accepted online; please visit our website at www.baaqmd.gov/jobs to apply. Postmarks, faxes, and e-mailed applications will not be accepted.
 
Except as requested in this announcement, do not include any additional documents, such as letters of recommendation, performance evaluations, work samples, etc. They will not be considered.
 
Supplemental Questions Instructions 
Individuals who apply for this position must respond to each of the required supplemental questions. Applications must be received by the Human Resources Office no later than the time and date specified in this vacancy announcement. The responses to the supplemental application questions will be used in accordance with the procedures indicated under the Selection Criteria section.
 
Please limit your responses to 250 words per question. Do not combine your responses or reference your application, resume, or any other requested documentation that you have included with your application packet to answer a question. This information will be evaluated as is and may be used to determine those applicants with the most directly related experience, education, and training to continue in the selection process. It is very important to provide a concise, clear, legible, complete response to each question.
 
Selection Criteria
Selection may be based upon a competitive examination consisting of a written exercise, interview, or combination of the two. Depending on the number of qualified applicants, an application screening and/or panel interview may be used to determine the most qualified applicants.
 
The District may hire from this recruitment process to fill future vacancies occurring within the next 18 months.
 
Persons with disabilities who may require reasonable accommodations during the application and/or selection process should notify the Human Resources Office at (415) 749-4980.
 
The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Position Summary

Under supervision of the Ironworker Superintendent, performs structural maintenance, repair and construction for the Golden Gate Bridge and other District facilities as required. Following plans and specifications, lays-out and fabricates a wide range of items.

Essential Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance, repair and construction for the Golden Gate Bridge and other District facilities including, but not limited to, the following: 
  1. Maintenance, repair, and replacement of steel components and fasteners. 
  2. Rigging for other crafts. 
  3. Installs and repairs of chain link and other fencing. 
  4. Shop fabrication of steel items and erection of structural and miscellaneous steel items. 
  5. Placement of reinforcing steel for concrete. 
  6. Maintenance of toll collection facilities and equipment. 
• Knows and follows 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: Completion of Ironworker’s Apprenticeship. Four years’ Structural Ironworker experience required; welding and shop fabrication experience desirable. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for completion of an Ironworker Apprenticeship Program; applicants substituting additional qualifying experience for an Ironworker Apprenticeship Program should attach a statement supporting the additional qualifying experience. 

Required License: Must possess and maintain a current, valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record. No reckless driving and DUI infractions within the last 7 years. No more than 2 moving violations within the last 3 years. May operate District vehicles.

Physical Requirements:  Must be able to perform heavy manual labor. Work is performed outside in varying weather conditions. Must be able to stoop, bend, push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds. Will be required to wear a respirator, or other personal protective equipment involving full body protection. Must be able to work comfortably at considerable heights from platforms, ladders, floats or suspended scaffolds; climb and walk on the Bridge cables; and climb ladders.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Occupational health and safety rules and working practices applicable to this position
• Methods, tools, equipment and procedures used in steel fabrication, and erection, maintenance and repair 
• Methods, equipment and procedures for installation and maintenance of rigging for access systems 
• Methods, equipment and procedures for rigging and hoisting loads with winches, tuggers, and mobile cranes

Skill in or Ability to:

• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. 
• Work cooperatively with others. 
• Drive manual clutch vehicle. 
• Knows and follows the safety, health rules and safe working practices applicable to his or her job.

The City of Burlingame is accepting applications for the position of Environmental Regulatory Compliance Manager

The City of Burlingame is currently recruiting for a self-motivated, highly organized individual with a proven track record of successful independent judgment to join our Department of Public Works as the Environmental Regulatory Compliance Manager.  Under the limited supervision and direction of the Deputy Director of Public Works Operations or other supervisory personnel, the incumbent will perform activities and provide services related to Environmental Programs to the divisions within the Public Works Department. This position is responsible for reviewing, implementing and coordinating environmental regulatory compliance programs and energy conservation programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (include but are not limited to the following)

• Oversees and manages the annual Municipal Regional Permit (MRP), compliance auditing, management of inspection programs, preparation of reports, and coordination with regional and state agencies.  Serves as the City liaison for the assigned administrative division with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies as part of the reporting requirements relative to the MRP.

• Responsible for the completion of Industrial and Commercial Site Control Inspections, and associated reporting, as required by the MRP.

• Directs work of consultants, contractors and City staff on subject matters specific to the MRP.

• Implements and participates in the City’s programs relating to, but not limited to regulatory programs for storm water pollution prevention, water and energy conservation, and related areas; monitoring of regulatory websites such as the SF Estuary, California Integrate Water Quality System (CIWQS).

• Assist in developing local programs and ordinances such as mercury and PCB abatements from stormwater to comply with state regulations.

• Manages, develops and implements public education outreach programs related to pollution prevention programs in compliance with permit requirements.

• Coordinates with Division managers to assist them in complying with state regulations relative to the Clean Water Act, potable water regulations, and water rights matters.  

• Preparation, management and administration of Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP), and its compliance with state regulations.

• Updating and tracking of the required audits related to the city’s Sanitary Sewer Management Program (SSMP) as required by the statewide general Waste Discharge Requirement (WDR).

• Ensures SSMP contractor compliance with industrial pre-treatment and inspection programs as required by the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit.

• Represents the City, and serves at various committees including San Mateo County Stormwater Pollution Program Agency, CASQA (California Stormwater Quality Association), and at BASMAA (Bay Area Stormwater Management Agencies Association) on issues relative to stormwater management, green infrastructure plan, trash reduction, and overall compliance.

• Coordinates with senior level staff at regional levels to determine compliance for local issues and provides support to the Code Enforcement office to ensure City is in compliance with stormwater ordinances.

• Reviews and provides input on environmental documents and studies within areas of technical knowledge. Prepares reports and makes presentations to the management team, City Council, and regional and state agencies; develops schedules, and cost estimates for City environmental projects and programs;

• Analyzes regulations and programs on environmental matters and provides recommendations to management teams.

• Composes and presents comprehensive, concise and effective oral and written reports, communications and presentations on complex matters to diverse technical and non-technical audiences; reviews and evaluates forms and manuals and recommends changes

• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public

• Prepares, develops, coordinates and implements contracts related to environmental programs and other work programs as directed

QUALIFICATIONS: (The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification)

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for an Environmental Regulatory Compliance Manager.  A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:

Minimum 4 years’ related experience in environmental regulations and practices or 2 years’ experience with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in environmental science, biology, public administration or closely related field. 

License/Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver’s license.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS: (The following are a sample of the KAS’s necessary to perform the essential duties)
Knowledge of: Environmental regulations and practices and related guidelines; current trends and recent developments regarding storm water pollution prevention, and water conservation; modern principles, practices, and methods of administrative and organizational analysis; public administration policies and procedures; research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures; structure and organization of public sector agencies; standard office procedures, practices, and equipment, including a computer and applicable software; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing; proper English, spelling, and grammar.

Ability to: Perform a wide variety of analytical duties and tasks with little to no supervision; think critically and independently problem solve; set project level objectives within defined parameters; provide technical support and review; effectively implement programs, projects and activities; use sound judgment in making decisions and recommendations; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; use software effectively; make quick and accurate computations; work cooperatively with the public, other City personnel and other organizations in a team oriented environment; demonstrate a civic entrepreneurial spirit by generating new innovative ideas and development of better methods to accomplish tasks and complete projects; and manage meetings effectively.

Skills to: Operate an office computer and a variety of word processing, spreadsheet and other software applications.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities.  The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard and mouse. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading written reports and work-related documents.  Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service.  Additionally, the need to lift, drag, and push files, paper, and documents weighing up to 25 pounds is required.  The incumbent must occasionally work outside in varying weather conditions to perform inspections and field meetings. To walk several blocks at a time in field; to crouch, kneel, stoop, squat to perform variety of tasks; to climb hills; to work outdoors in occasional adverse weather; to occasionally work in a confined space, in electrical hazard situations or with chemicals; exposure to traffic hazards; to have sufficient vision, hearing and stamina to perform the above functions.

Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

About the Public Works Department

The Application Process

This recruitment will close on Sunday, April 21, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.
Applicants must submit a completed City of Burlingame application and supplemental questions found online at www.calopps.org.  Applications submitted without completed supplemental questions will be considered incomplete and disqualified from this recruitment process.  Resumes may be attached online to your submitted application via the CalOpps link. 

Interested candidates must submit a completed online employment application. Resumes are highly desirable, but a resume in lieu of a completed application will not be accepted.  

Unless otherwise specified, all correspondence will be conducted via the email address provided on your application.

The Selection Process
All applications will be reviewed for relevant education, experience, training and other job-related qualifications.  Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee that a candidate will be invited to participate in the selection process.  Based upon a review of employment applications, supplemental questionnaires, and resumes received, a limited number of the qualified applicants may be invited to participate in the examination process. The process will consist of an Oral Panel Interview. An eligibility list will be established from those who pass the examination process with a score of 70% or higher. Current and future vacancies may be filled from this list. The list will remain in effect for at least one year unless exhausted sooner. 

The department will invite the most qualified candidates from the eligibility list to a final department interview.  The Public Works Director will make the final appointment.  All new hires are required to successfully pass a one-year probationary period.

Prior to appointment, candidates will be required to:
Pass a thorough background investigation and pre-employment physical. 
 

Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) 
San Francisco, CA

Associate, Budget and Grant Financial Analyst
Salary: $116,726.69 - $148,037.76 Annually
Remote Employment:  Flexible/Hybrid
 
THIS JOB POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL A QUALIFIED POOL OF APPLICANTS IS ESTABLISHED 
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY
A resume and cover letter are not required with your application, but highly encouraged 

Be ready to rethink your assumptions about the public sector.  Dedicated and motivated colleagues Beautiful, high amenity building for on-site work and collaboration?  Flexible schedules and hybrid work options?  Yes, yes, and yes!

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) is the transportation planning, financing and coordinating agency for the nine-county San Francisco Bay Area.  MTC is the federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and the state designated Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA) for the nine-county San Francisco Bay Area.  MTC provides services to the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG).  For more information about MTC, visit www.mtc.ca.gov.      

The Budgets and Financial Planning & Analysis Section is responsible for developing and managing the organization's budgets, performing financial analysis and forecasting, developing financial plans and supporting effective financial management throughout MTC, ABAG and affiliated entities.

Under the general direction of the Assistant Director, the Associate Budget and Grant Financial Analyst is responsible for preparation and monitoring of the operating and capital budgets, grant management, compliance and reporting of assigned entities. Working closely with agency Sections and program staff, this position will perform a variety of complex analytical and administrative work supporting effective financial and grants management of ABAG and its affiliated entities.  

All employees at MTC are classified as Disaster Services Workers

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
The ideal candidate will have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

Knowledge of: 

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB);
• Advanced knowledge of principles and best practices of governmental fund accounting, budgeting, contract administration, and grant management;
• Federal and state grant rules and regulations and reporting requirements including OMB super Circular 2CFR Part 200 (Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit requirements for Federal Awards);
• Function, capability, application and operation of computer-based financial accounting systems;
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations.

Skills and Abilities 

• Plan and organize work activities; effectively manage multiple tasks;
• Analyze and interpret complex contract and grant documents;
• Critical and analytical thinking;
• Perform both complex and routine accounting and financial analysis work with speed and accuracy;
• Use resources to identify problems, solve, act decisively, and show good judgement in decision making;
• Maintain accurate records and files; 
• Write reports, board memoranda, and communicate clearly and concisely;
• Solid public presentation skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

An appropriate combination of education and experience that has provided the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is:

Education:  A Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, finance or related field.  A Master's degree is highly desirable.  Applicants with a degree issued from an institution outside the United States must have their transcripts evaluated by an academic accrediting service and provide proof of equivalency along with their application.   

Experience:  Five years of increasingly complex and responsible work experience in treasury, governmental budgeting, governmental fund accounting, or similar field, including the equivalent of two years as an Assistant Financial Analyst in MTC.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Boards and Commissions
• Experience with federal and state grant management

License/Certificate:  Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and a safe driving record, or the ability to provide alternate transportation which is approved by the appointing authority.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the general direction of the Assistant Director, specific assignments and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:    

• Develop and manage annual budgets, ensuring accuracy and alignment with agency priorities.
• Monitor expenditures, identify variances and work closely with section and project managers to address financial issues.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial analysis; assist with monthly and year-end close activities, including financial reconciliation and reporting.
• Conduct variance analysis, identify key performance drivers, and provide explanations for budget deviations.
• Review and monitor grants, from grant application to project closeout, including grant compliance, reporting requirements, and financial management.
• Maintain accurate up-to-date tracking of contract and purchase orders and identify available budget and variances.
• Establish and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with project managers and other departments.
• Assist in developing, recommending, and implementing policies and procedures related to budgeting and grants management. 
• Perform other job-related duties as needed or assigned by the Assistant Director or Section.

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 Applications are being accepted for the position of Equipment Mechanic with the City of South San Francisco. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  OPEN UNTIL FILLED. IF INTERESTED, PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY, AS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. 

THE CITY OFFERS AN ATTRACTIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE, AS WELL AS CALPERS RETIREMENT PLAN AND SOCIAL SECURITY PARTICIPATION.

The City of South San Francisco is a General Law city with a population of 66,185 residents that grows to 110,000 during business hours. South San Francisco is strategically located on the west shore of the San Francisco Bay, in northern San Mateo County, 10 miles south of San Francisco. This City is also located along the Bay Area's main transportation routes, including 101, 280, Caltrain, BART, San Francisco Bay Ferry, and the San Francisco International Airport.

The City of South San Francisco is a full-service city with 12 City Departments including Police; Fire; Parks and Recreation; Public Works; Economic and Community Development; City Attorney; Library; Finance; Information Technology; Human Resources; City Clerk; and Office of the City Manager.  The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 460 full-time regular employees.

The City of South San Francisco proudly remains The Industrial City, a reflection of its steel mill and ship building past.  In recent years, the City has been redefined to reflect the innovative, entrepreneurial and industrious spirit, which has made South San Francisco the Biotech Capital of the World.

South San Francisco’s biotechnology cluster is the largest in the world, with roughly 45,000 life science workers, 200 biotech companies, and over 12 million square feet of office/R&D facilities – with an additional 9 million square feet of new R&D facilities in the development pipeline. 

South San Francisco enjoys a high quality of life with an extensive public parks system, active library and learning programming and a dynamic, engaged community making South San Francisco a great place to live, learn, work and play. 

THE DEPARTMENT

The Public Works Department is composed of a Director and 11 full-time management staff with a 26 million dollar operating budget.  The department is comprised of the Maintenance, Engineering, and WQCP (Water Quality Control Plant) divisions.  The Maintenance Division oversees 127 miles of streets which includes asphalt, concrete, over 12,000 road signs, street markings, 70 signalized intersections, 164 miles of sewers, 125 miles of storm drains, 3857 street lights, 5 lift stations, and various miscellaneous tasks.

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Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) 
San Francisco, CA

Revenue Accountant
Salary:  $96,884.74 - $122,873.30 Annually

POSITION POSTED UNTIL FILLED 
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY 
A resume and cover letter are not required with your application, but highly encouraged 

Be ready to rethink your assumptions about the public sector.  Flexible hours?  Flexible work location?  A beautiful, well-located, high amenity building for on-site work?  Yes, yes, and yes!

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) is the transportation planning, financing and coordinating agency for the nine-county San Francisco Bay Area.  For more information about MTC, visit www.mtc.ca.gov.    

The Revenue Accountant position is part of the General Ledger and Financial Reporting unit within the Finance Section. The General Ledger and Financial Reporting unit maintains financial integrity over the general ledger accounts, oversees toll revenue from the seven state-owned toll bridges and from the express lanes, prepares the Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports (ACFR) and other stand-alone financial statements, and works closely with the auditors for the annual audits.

Under the supervision of the Toll Revenue Supervisor, this position prepares toll revenues from the seven state-owned toll bridges and from the express lanes. This process includes preparing daily toll revenue entries and monthly toll revenue and traffic reports; reviewing trial balance from the Regional Customer Service Center to record into BATA financial statements; researching and investigating variances; recording and analyzing the data; working with the Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) unit, Electronic Payment department and other areas to ensure the accuracy of toll revenue accounting; reviewing and reconciling the general ledger accounts; and performing other job-related tasks or assignments as required.
  
All employees at MTC are classified as Disaster Service Workers.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
The ideal candidate will have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:  

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
• Electronic payment and revenue collection.
• Financial accounting systems.
• Microsoft Office, advanced Excel skills. 
• Critical and analytical thinking.
• Uses resources to identify problems, solve them, act decisively, and show good judgement in decision making.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to multi-task.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
An appropriate combination of education and experience that has provided the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is:

Education: A Bachelor's degree in accounting, public administration, business administration, finance or related field, including completion of a minimum of 24 semester hours in accounting.  A Master's degree is desirable.  (Applicants with a degree issued from an institution outside the United States must have their transcripts evaluated by an academic accrediting service and provide proof of equivalency along with their application.)  

Experience: Three years of increasingly complex professional accounting and auditing experience, with demonstrated proficiency in overseeing at least one major accounting program area; including the equivalent of two years as an Accountant/Auditor I for MTC.

License/Certificate: 
Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and a safe driving record, or the ability to provide alternate transportation which is approved by the appointing authority.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the supervision of the Toll Revenue Supervisor, the Revenue Accountant will prepare the toll revenues from the seven state-owned toll bridges and from the express lanes.  This process includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Prepare daily toll revenue entries.
• Prepare monthly express lanes and other revenue entries.
• Prepare monthly toll revenue and traffic reports by bridges. Coordinate the overall toll revenue reporting.
• Reconcile and identify toll revenue variances and investigate the reasons for the differences.
• Summarize the individual bridge reports into the monthly consolidated toll revenue report.
• Perform complex monthly reconciliation of revenues by bridge and adjust as appropriate.
• Perform monthly reconciliation between General Ledger and service center trial balance and various reports.
• Analyze, classify, and determine proper accounting treatment of toll transactions. Allocate and segregate toll revenue by programs. Coordinate and record financial entries into the financial system in accordance with accounting principles.
• Perform analysis and management studies of accounting requirements and participate in the decision-making process to resolve financial issues.
• Establish and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with ETC revenue section, Electronic Payment department and other areas to ensure the accuracy of toll revenue accounting.
• Assist in other monthly financial close activities, year end close, and with the annual audits.
• Prepare year-end schedules for audit and provide documentation for auditors as necessary.
• Assist in the preparation of Accounting Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Section.

HYBRID WORK - Employees may need to be in the office for some assignments/tasks that can only be done onsite or at a designated MTC work assignment location. The individual in this position will be required to come into the office as needed.