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Description: Facility Attendant/Recreation Leader II - Part-Time, Temporary

Location: 251 City Park Way, San Bruno, 94066

$13.00 to $15.80 per hour

Application Deadline: Continuous Review, Open Until Filled

The City of San Bruno Community Services Department is hiring a part-time, temporary Facility Attendant for the San Bruno Recreation Center.

Hours:

Evening and weekend hours - hours will vary (20-25 hours a week). 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The San Bruno Recreation Services Division is looking for a motivated and upbeat person to assist customers at the Recreation Center during the evening and weekend hours.  Job duties include, but are not limited to, registering customers for classes, renting facilities, setting up and breaking down the facility for various activities, answering phones, monitoring youth and adult open gym basketball hours, and customer service; perform other duties as assigned.

Experience working with the public and great customer service skills are ideal.

Application Process

If hired for the position, live scan and TB clearance will be required.  If interested, please apply online at calopps.org. Paper applications are available upon request, but online applications are preferred.

This is a part-time, temporary position and does not provide any benefits, with the exception of paid sick leave. In accordance with the Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act of 2014, all temporary, part-time, and seasonal employees accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, and are entitled to use accrued sick days beginning on the 90th day of employment. Employees may use up to 24 hours (or 3 days) of accrued sick leave in each year of employment.

Application Deadline: Continuous Review, Open Until Filled

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone:  (650) 616-7055

Contact email:  hr@sanbruno.ca.gov

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and as such does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.  If you require special accommodations, please contact us to discuss your needs.

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POSITION SUMMARY

Under general direction, formulates and develops recommendations for short and long-range traffic, transportation and parking policies and directs or assists in directing the implementation of all plans, projects and programs which provide for the safe and efficient movement of vehicles, pedestrians, bicyclists and goods. Prepares written and verbal reports to City Council, Planning Commission, Complete Streets Commission and other boards and commissions and external agencies as needed. Reviews traffic studies and mitigation plans related to zoning changes, use permits, and redevelopment to ensure conformance with best management practices. Performs traffic and civil engineering work in the review, development, design, construction of variety of municipal traffic related capital improvement projects. Coordinates grant writing and grant management; performs liaison functions with other local, sub-regional and regional agencies, community committees and groups on behalf of the City and performs other duties as required.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Selects, directs, assigns, and evaluates professional and administrative support staff; trains staff in work procedures and administers discipline as required; directs budget oversight, acquisition of grant funding from outside agencies, schedule and route development, performance monitoring, and evaluation; acts as project manager for comprehensive transportation studies and projects related to school commute safety, bicycle program, and other transportation projects and programs; prepares reports to senior management, City Council, boards and commissions; leads project teams consisting of other staff, consultants, or contractors and citizen participants; manages and designs traffic and transportation-related Capital Improvement Projects; acts as City liaison with County, regional and state agencies involved with transportation planning and funding; directs, coordinates, and prepares reports and studies on transportation projects and issues and makes presentations to various commission and committees; prepares documentation and represents the City as required for applying for, securing, and managing outside transportation grant revenue; acts as liaison to special committees and governmental agencies; makes presentations to community, staff, and City Council; determines scope of work, prepares requests for proposals, evaluates proposals, and participates in the selection of consultants and negotiation of consultant contracts; manages and administers contracts through course of work; coordinates transportation issues with various disciplines within City government related to development and capital project review; performs field investigations, data collection and analyses, traffic counts, engineering evaluations, issues work requests and other analytical functions to respond to citizen requests and complaints; assists in budget preparation and monitoring; acts as staff liaison to the Complete Streets Commission; performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of civil engineering and transportation planning; relevant federal, state, local laws and regulations; functions of state, federal and local transportation agencies; data management, including database and spreadsheet applications and specialized transportation computer applications. Skills and Ability to: Implementing, interpreting and explaining complex policies, procedures and ordinances; conduct analytical studies, compile technical and statistical information; prepare clear and concise correspondence and reports; perform with considerable independence; communicate effectively, orally and in writing; Make effective, informative presentations utilizing appropriate audio/visual tools and resources; prepare professional reports and contract document; make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions; perform signal and stop warrants.

Experience and Education:

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

Experience:

Five years of progressively responsible professional planning and civil engineering or administrative experience primarily in transportation planning and civil design activities, including at least two years in a project lead/manager capacity.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning, Public Administration, Urban Planning or other closely related subject from an accredited university.

Required Licenses or Certificates:

A license as a California Civil Engineer or Traffic Engineer is highly desired. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/GENERAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, to inspect City development and construction sites, to operate a motor vehicle, and to visit various City and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas and walking on uneven terrain and climbing to reach certain access points may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.  

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position ranges from $136,394.17 up to $165,787.96 annually. Placement within the range will be DOE. This position is at will and the full terms and conditions of this position will be subject to an employment contract. The benefits package offered by the City includes:

• Retirement: CalPERS retirement plan for Classic members is 2% @ 60 with employee paying a contribution of 7%. PEPRA employees participate on a 2.0% @ 62 plan, with employee paying 6.75% of the retirement contribution. Benefits based on highest three years of compensation. The City does not participate in Social Security.

• Health Plans: Choice of HMO or PPO plans through CalPERS Health with most family plans covered at 100%. Employees who waive coverage may receive stipend of $350 per month.

• Dental/Vision: City also offers a dental and vision reimbursement plan

• Vacation Leave: Management new hires may combine previous years of experience from other public agencies to receive increased accrual rate

• Flexible Spending Plan: Dependent care and health care reimbursement plan available

• Deferred Compensation: Voluntary participation in either Nationwide or ICMA-RC

• Holidays: 10 annual holidays, plus one floating holiday

• Sick Leave: Allowance of 12 days annually

• Management Leave: Allowance of 40 hours each fiscal year

• Cell Phone Allowance: $35 per month

• The City follows a Defined 9/80 schedule with offices closed every other Friday.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Los Altos is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or sexual orientation. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process, should advise City of Los Altos upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
A complete City application, cover letter and resume must be received. The recruitment will remain open until filled.

SELECTION PROCESS

The applicants most closely matching the City’s desired qualifications and organizational needs will be invited to participate in the interview process. Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including reference checks and a complete background investigation. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination.  

Description: Facility Attendant/Recreation Leader II - Part-Time, Temporary

Location: 1555 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno, 94066

$13.00 to $15.80 per hour

Application Deadline: Continuous Review, Open Until Filled

The City of San Bruno Community Services Department is hiring a part-time, temporary Facility Attendant for the San Bruno Senior Center.

Hours:

Thursday through Sunday, afternoons to late evenings - hours will vary (20-25 hours a week depending on the rentals and activities at the Senior Center). 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversee proper use and activity of all San Bruno Senior Center facility rentals, ensure compliance of established rules and procedures for the use of the facility, complete room set-ups/break downs (tables and chairs), light custodial, customer service, answer telephones, responsible for building, lock and unlock doors and secure building, supervise and assist all persons renting and/or using facility, assist with the preparation of special City events, attend staff meetings, perform other duties as assigned.

This position will also require some money handling; accepting payments for rental deposits and fees, events, and activities whether in cash, check or credit card form, enters transactions into register/cash box, issues receipts, refunds, and makes change.

Experience working with the public and great customer service skills are ideal.

Application Process

If hired for the position, live scan, credit check and TB clearance will be required.  If interested, please apply online at calopps.org. Paper applications are available upon request, but online applications are preferred.

This is a part-time, temporary position and does not provide any benefits, with the exception of paid sick leave. In accordance with the Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act of 2014, all temporary, part-time, and seasonal employees accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, and are entitled to use accrued sick days beginning on the 90th day of employment. Employees may use up to 24 hours (or 3 days) of accrued sick leave in each year of employment.

Application Deadline: Continuous Review, Open Until Filled

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone:  (650) 616-7055

Contact email:  hr@sanbruno.ca.gov

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and as such does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.  If you require special accommodations, please contact us to discuss your needs.

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FINAL DATE FOR FILING: CONTINUOUS

THE POSITION 

The County Manager's Office of the County of San Mateo seeks qualified candidates with Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin) and English bilingual skills for the position of 

Community Outreach Coordinator Intern - III. 
 

Working in conjunction with the North Fair Oaks Forward team and modeling the effective outreach efforts of the North Fair Oaks Forward projects, the Community Outreach Coordinator will organize community outreach and engagement efforts and coordinate the outreach work for multiple County departments.  
 

Focusing primarily on the northern areas of the peninsula, e.g., Daly City, Brisbane, San Bruno, South San Francisco, etc., and focusing on the predominantly Chinese-speaking communities, outreach efforts will be conducted bilingually and will include many opportunities for in-person meetings and interactions. The County is committed to reaching out to our diverse communities and providing resources and services that community members need in order to live happy, productive lives. 

It is an exciting time to be involved!
 

The Community Outreach Coordinator will work in partnership with the Spanish/English bilingual Outreach Coordinators that are part of the North Fair Oaks Forward team, will report to the Community Affairs Manager, and will work at the direction of the Assistant County Manager.  The Community Outreach Coordinator will also work closely with District One Supervisor Dave Pine and District Five Supervisor David Canepa, and their legislative staff members.  The Community Outreach Coordinator will also work with a diverse range of community leaders, members, and organizations including educators, non-profit organizations, religious groups, business owners, and youth.  The selected individual must be comfortable with people from all walks of life and must be able to comport themselves appropriately.

Examples Of Duties: 
Responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintain strong relationships with community leaders, residents, and business owners throughout the County of San Mateo and especially in the North Peninsula areas
• Collaborate with various County departments and act as a liaison between the community and public agencies to share information and collect public input
• Plan, coordinate, and staff a wide range of meetings and events, including during evenings and weekends
• Translate documents, presentations, and other content from English to Cantonese and/or Mandarin and vice versa
• Update websites, social media posts, mass emails, newsletters, and databases
• Provide assistance and staff support as needed

If you are interested in work that has an impact and makes positive change, we would like to hear from you!

QUALIFICATIONS 
Minimum requirements:

• Education:  The successful completion of a Bachelor's degree, preferably in a related field (e.g. Political Science, Urban Planning, Asian Studies, Chinese Languages, etc.)
• Language Skills:  Oral and written fluency in Cantonese and/or Mandarin and English
• Experience:  Any work or volunteer experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills

The Ideal candidate will possess:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects, organize priorities, and manage a flexible schedule
• Experience working with a diversity of people (e.g. ethnic background, religion, nationality, education level, language, socio-economic status, etc.)
• Confidence in public speaking in Cantonese and/or Mandarin and English
• Strong written skills in Cantonese and/or Mandarin and English
• Ability to work independently and complete tasks with minimal supervision and work collaboratively as a team member
• Ability to offer creative solutions or new program ideas for consideration and the ability to think critically about issues and challenge old ideas
• Experience creating visual and written materials or presentations; some experience in web design and graphic design is preferred
• Proficient computer skills; e.g. Microsoft Office
• Commitment to strengthening neighborhoods in the North Peninsula communities

Salary and Benefits:

• This position is funded for 12-months and could be extended contingent on performance and program needs; the official classification for this position is Intern/Fellow III
• Depending on experience, the annual salary range is $24.00 - $32.00 per hour is offered and includes County benefits summarized at hr.smcgov.org/benefits.
• The position includes a portable 401A retirement plan and is not eligible for a defined benefit County pension.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION 
Anyone may apply.  

Cantonese and/or Mandarin and English bi-lingual skills and a bachelor's degree are required for this position.  

To apply for this exciting job opportunity, please go to the County's online application system at http://jobs.smcgov.org.  Once there you will complete a portion of the County Employment Application Form.  Then you must attach the following documents in Word or PDF format:

• Resume
• Cover Letter that describes your interest in the position
• Responses to Supplemental Questions:

1. Are you fluent in Spanish?                 Yes   No     
2. Are you fluent in Cantonese ?           Yes   No
3. Are you fluent in Mandarin?              Yes   No
4. Describe your education and work experience that has prepared you for the Outreach Coordinator position.
5. Describe your experience developing, implementing, promoting, coordinating and evaluating and outreach/educational program, event or project (including any website development or upkeep)  Be specific. 
6. Describe your experience establishing and maintaining collaborative relations with diverse community groups, non-profit organizations, community leaders or businesses.  Be specific about the kinds of organizations you collaborated with and describe the purpose of your outreach. Be specific. 
7. Describe your experience in successfully promoting community/civic engagement opportunities with diverse communities.  Be specific. 
8. Describe a time when your communication skills have  helped you succeed in completing a project to achieve the goal.  Please explain your role and obstacles you overcame.  Be specific. 

If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button.  If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.  Incomplete applications, i.e., applications without the three attachments, will not be considered.

 

County of San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Keywords: Term, extra help, Chinese, Cantonese, Mandarin, bilingual, coordinator

Are you interested in working for an innovative public agency that is doing something NOW for the environment?  Do you possess the technical skills and experience to help support the continued growth of a leading community choice aggregation (CCA) program?  If so, please apply for this amazing opportunity to the part of the solution as a Regulatory Analyst or Senior Regulatory Analyst at Peninsula Clean Energy Authority (PCE).  Depending on the qualification of the selected individual, this position could be filled at the Senior Analyst level or Analyst level. 

The Regulatory Analyst works under the general direction of the CEO, the Director of Regulatory and Legislative Affairs, and the PCE's General Counsel and has responsibility for a wide range of Peninsula Clean Energy's regulatory matters. The Regulatory Analyst evaluates proposed regulatory policies at the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and other state agencies to assess the impact on PCE, develops PCE positions on issues, and develops analyses, written reports, and presentation materials to support PCE's position. The Regulatory Analyst represents PCE regarding regulatory issues at the California Community Choice Association (CalCCA), the trade association representing community choice energy programs. This position performs related work and other analytic tasks for PCE as required.

The Regulatory Analyst works independently to perform assignments under the general direction described above. The incumbent participates as a PCE representative before various regulatory agencies, including the CPUC, in matters affecting community choice aggregators (CCAs) and other electric utilities, including ratemaking and rulemaking proceedings. The Regulatory Analyst is tasked with reviewing and drafting comments and briefs, providing technical and/or analytic input on regulatory matters, preparing data requests, testimony, and hearing exhibits, participating in administrative hearings, and researching and preparing legislative policy responses at the State and local levels.

This position may have future supervisory responsibilities and may have oversight responsibility for external contractors depending on the project.

The salary for this position is commensurate with experience.

PENINSULA CLEAN ENERGY
Peninsula Clean Energy is the new community choice energy program for San Mateo County.  PCE is the electricity provider for all electricity accounts in the 20 communities in San Mateo County (Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, Burlingame, Colma, Daly City, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Hillsborough, Menlo Park, Millbrae, Pacifica, Portola Valley, Redwood City, San Bruno, San Carlos, San Mateo, South San Francisco, and Woodside) as well as the unincorporated county.  The city councils of each city were all unanimous in their support of joining PCE.  

PCE's customer base includes almost 300,000 accounts, serving a population of 765,000, with a total electrical load of almost 4 million megawatt-hours.  Residential customers make up about 270,000 of the accounts, and 37% of the electrical load, with commercial/industrial making up about 30,000 accounts and 63% of the electrical load.  PCE became the fifth operating CCE when it launched in October 2016. 

Examples of Duties: 

• Develop high-level policy and responses for key regulatory issues affecting PCE, including strategy and prioritization of regulatory action for management consideration
• Represent PCE in regulatory proceedings through preparation of comments, data requests, written responses, position papers, analytical models, testimony, and exhibits
• Track, review, analyze, and summarize filings prepared by utilities and other entities that could impact PCE and its customers
• Track, analyze, and interpret regulatory proposals and other policy issues with an eye toward impact on and response from PCE
• Under direction of management, work closely with technical experts and external regulatory counsel to develop effective and persuasive communications before the CPUC, California Energy Commission, California Legislature, and any other legal or regulatory body as required
• Under direction of management, represent PCE in work with other CCAs and at CalCCA

QUALIFICATIONS 
Education and Experience:

• A combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Public Policy, Political Science, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field, and a minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in regulatory affairs at an electric utility, energy-related company, non-profit, regulatory agency, or public policy organization with emphasis on electric procurement issues, renewable energy, energy efficiency, energy policy generally, or closely related field.
• Master's in above fields is a plus and will be considered as one (1) year of experience towards the minimum.

Knowledge of:

• California electric utility regulatory issues and regulatory relations covering topics such as the integrated resource planning, electric vehicle policy, energy storage policy, low-income/disadvantaged communities programs and policies, utility rate design, net energy metering, and demand response programs and policies
• CPUC regulatory practice, protocol, and procedures
• California legislative history regarding CCAs
• Communications portals and web-based resources for regulatory activity
• Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, Adobe Acrobat, and PowerPoint

Ability to:

• Manage multiple priorities and quickly adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced dynamic environment
• Take responsibility and work independently, as well as coordinate team efforts within PCE and the greater CCE community
• Write skillfully, especially related to regulatory filings, briefings, and related regulatory correspondence
• Communicate effectively verbally about complex topics in easy to understand presentations before the Board, staff and other audiences
• Be thorough and detail-oriented
• Work accurately and swiftly under pressure
• Demonstrate patience, tact, and courtesy at all times

Working Conditions

• The physical demands described here are representative of those required for the position. Position requires sitting, walking, standing, bending, and twisting in the performance of daily activities. The position requires hand manipulation and repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard. The position requires near and far vision in reading reports and use of a computer. Acute hearing is required in supporting meetings and providing phone and in-person customer service. The position occasionally requires lifting and/or moving objects up to 20 pounds. PCE will make reasonable accommodation of the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability upon request.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION 
Submit application materials to: 

hr@peninsulacleanenergy.com

with a subject line: "Regulatory Analyst or Senior Regulatory Analyst: Your Name"

Application Materials must include:

• Cover letter expressing interest in the position
• Resume
• A Writing Sample as described below
• Complete and thoughtful responses to the supplemental topics identified below

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

RECRUITMENT TIMELINE
Final Date for Submitting Application Materials: Open Until Filled
Application Screening (tentative): January 11, 2019
Initial Interviews (tentative): January 14, 2019
Finalist Interviews (tentative): January 22, 2019

For questions regarding this position and the recruitment, please contact hr@peninsulacleanenergy.com.

This position will be open until filled.  Dates for the first round of application screenings and interviews are listed above.  Because this position can be filled at any time, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.  If the position is not filled after the first round of interviews, additional application screenings and interviews will be scheduled. 

WRITING SAMPLE INFORMATION

• Along with your cover letter expressing interest in this position, your resume, and responses to the supplemental topics listed below, please attach an example of your professional writing that best demonstrates your qualifications as someone with superior writing skills, especially related to regulatory filings, briefings, legislative correspondence, position papers, analytical models, testimonies, exhibits, etc.  Information can be redacted as appropriate.

 
SUPPLEMENTAL TOPICS

1. Provide a narrative summary of your qualifications for the position of Regulatory Analyst / Senior Regulator Analyst.
2. One of the duties of this position will be evaluating proposed regulatory policies at the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to assess the impact on Peninsula Clean Energy. Please provide a specific example of your experience evaluating and analyzing proposed regulatory policies for their impacts on a business or industry.
3. Describe your experience representing an agency before regulatory agencies and trade associations in such matters as ratemaking proceedings, rulemakings, and proposed rules and regulations.
4. Describe what you think are the biggest challenges facing CCAs in the present regulatory and business environment within California.  Please be specific.  As part of your response, describe how you have managed similar challenges in a similar position, and how you have assisted your prior employer in navigating similar challenges.

Peninsula Clean Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

THE POSITION 
The Manager of Distributed Energy Resource (DER) Strategy will create and implement a DER strategy for one of California's largest CCAs covering the full range of DER resources including generation, storage, and demand response.  This is an exciting opportunity to increase local renewable energy usage and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the Bay Area.  This person will work under the supervision of the CEO and in close collaboration with the Director of Power Resources, the Director of Energy Programs and the Director of Customer Care.  The ideal candidate will have at least five – seven years of directly related experience.  More information is available below and at www.peninsulacleanenergy.com.   

About Peninsula Clean Energy
Peninsula Clean Energy (PCE) is the community choice energy program (known as a "CCA") for San Mateo County.  PCE's customer base includes almost 300,000 accounts, serving a population of 765,000, with a total electrical load of almost 4 million megawatt-hours.  PCE is the fifth operating CCE in California and launched in October 2016.
 
PCE is the electricity provider for all electricity accounts in the 20 communities in San Mateo County (Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, Burlingame, Colma, Daly City, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Hillsborough, Menlo Park, Millbrae, Pacifica, Portola Valley, Redwood City, San Bruno, San Carlos, San Mateo, South San Francisco, and Woodside) as well as the unincorporated county. The city councils of each city were unanimous in their support for joining PCE.  

Examples of Duties: 
PCE has a goal to meet 100% of our customer's load with renewable energy by 2025.  PCE expects implementation of DERs to play a significant role in meeting this goal.   The Manager of DER Strategy will create a distributed generation strategy and launch procurement efforts to develop opportunities to employ DERs in San Mateo County.  The Manager of DER Strategy will work closely with key internal and external stakeholders (including developers, technology providers, site hosts, regulators, and board members), coordinate local community-based renewable/GHG-free energy projects, and participate in Board of Directors meetings as well as community events.  The Manager of DER Strategy is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with these key stakeholder groups, and for communicating PCE's central messages consistently.  

The salary for this position is commensurate with experience.  Peninsula Clean Energy offers competitive benefits.

QUALIFICATIONS 
Experience/Education:

Education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in business, economics, engineering, environmental planning or a related field and a minimum of five to seven years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities described above including working at a project developer, on DER programs in the utility industry, and/or with a CCA program.  Master's degree in business administration is desirable.  
 
Experience and Knowledge:

• Direct experience designing and developing DER installations including evaluating site locations, estimating system output, analyzing costs and benefits, and familiarity with interconnection policies and procedures, and DER system design. 
• Deeply familiar with the DER landscape including DER technologies, contracting structures, local, state, and federal policy, funding sources and opportunities, and best practices for procurement design and implementation.
• Existing relationships with a significant number of DER stakeholders, developers and decision makers. 
• A successful history developing new business, including identifying opportunities, building partnerships, developing proposals, and executing projects to completion with well-thought-out scopes of work and budgets.
• Knowledge of power purchase agreement structures, general terms and conditions and excellent negotiation skills. 
• Experience writing or responding to Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and other procurement processes for renewable energy projects.
• Experience building financial models to evaluate and analyze the costs and benefits of different renewable energy structures, including PPAs, leases, and ownership models.  
• Familiarity with energy efficiency, demand response, energy storage, microgrids, and distributed generation; willingness to work with subject matter experts. 
• Understanding of regulatory requirements and opportunities including the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), California Energy Commission (CEC), the California Independent System Operator (CAISO), the Department of Energy (DOE), as well as others. 

Ability to:

• Produce exceptional written products with strong logistical and quantitative analysis.
• Deliver excellent public speaking across diverse audiences.
• Exercise sound judgment, creative problem solving, effective dispute resolution, and commercial awareness.
• Manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and quickly adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Take responsibility and work independently, as well as coordinate team efforts.
• Be thorough and detail-oriented; demonstrate patience, tact, and courtesy.
• Work as needed to attend evening and weekend meetings and presentations.
• Travel throughout the region to attend meetings and functions.
• Establish and maintain effective, professional working relationships with customers, commercial partners, PCE staff team, Citizens Advisory Committee, and Board of Directors.
• Work with intermediate and advance MS Office functions, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Powerpoint.
• Work with tools including Gantt charts and project management tools, CRMs and other advanced project tools.
• Be part of a team of committed people.

 
Supervisory Responsibilities
No direct supervisory role anticipated at this time, but this could change as PCE grows over time.  

APPLICATION PROCESS
Submit application materials to: 

hr@peninsulacleanenergy.com

with a subject line: "Manager DER Strategy: Your Name"

The application materials must include:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Responses to the four Supplemental Questions listed below

Supplemental Questions

1. Please describe how your education and experience have prepared you for this position, and how the position fits into your career goals and aspirations.  Specifically, describe your experience and / or knowledge of procuring or developing distributed generation projects.
2. Describe how you would evaluate the viability and value of a proposed DER project. 
3. Please describe your experience in developing feed-in tariffs, solar programs, and/or other innovative wholesale or retail-based energy programs. 
4. In this position, you will be part of a small, but growing, team of professionals. Describe your experience working as part of a team and indicate how you add value to the team. If you have managed or supervised employees, please describe that experience as well. 

For more information about this position please call Peninsula Clean Energy at 1-866-966-0110.