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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.

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.  In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Analyst classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.

A Code Enforcement Supervisor performs work of considerable difficulty in supervising code enforcement inspectors to enforce various codes and ordinances relating to housing, building,  construction, zoning, solid waste facilities, signs, and health and safety.  Code Enforcement Supervisors are expected to attend evening and weekend community events, administrative hearings, other similar functions, and performs administrative duties and other related work as required.

This classification requires a disclosure of outside investments, real property interest, and income and business positions.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

-  Experience enforcing public agency codes and ordinances related to housing, building, dangerous building, zoning and land use, health and safety, solid waste, nuisance, and community preservation (journey level experience equivalent to a City of San Jose Code Enforcement Inspector II)

- Experience in planning, organizing, scheduling, coordinating and supervising the work of others;

- Experience in building a highly effective staff of well trained and dedicated employees;

- Experience in working with neighborhoods, inter-departmental and/or inter-agency teams wherein the goal was to provide seamless service delivery while implementing the organization’s objective;

- Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;

- Experience in developing and implementing work methods and procedures;

- Experience developing and conducting presentations for community outreach and education;

- Experience in completing assignments, projects, and programs on schedule and with acceptable quality;

- Proficient with complaint-tracking databases.

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

Custodian

$3,963 - $4,817 per month

Plus excellent benefits

DEADLINE TO APPLY:  Apply by Friday, December 14, 2018

POSITION:

The City of San Rafael Community Services Department is seeking a full-time Custodian.  Under the supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, the Custodian ensures that the Community Services Department facilities are clean and safe for department classes, programs, and rentals.  The Custodian is responsible for performing routine cleaning and maintenance duties, maintaining inventory of supplies, providing direction to facility attendants, supporting department staff, and providing customer service.

This position performs the following essential job duties:

• Assists Senior Recreation Supervisor with hiring, training, scheduling and evaluating seasonal personnel; assigns work and provides direction as necessary to facility attendant team.  Serves as the point of contact for part-time facility attendants and oversees court appointed community service workers and volunteers.
• Opens and closes facilities, sets up tables, equipment, chairs, bleachers, A/V equipment for events, classes, programs, and rentals.
• Removes trash from parking lot and surrounding park facilities daily.
• Cleans and disinfects rooms, hallways, lobbies, walls, furniture, counters, equipment, restrooms, and other work areas regularly.
• Monitors condition of Department facilities and reports any safety, repair and cleaning concerns appropriately to Recreation Supervisor, Facility Maintenance, or contractor if unable to address issues personally. 
• Occasional touch up painting, minimal woodwork, and deep cleaning is completed by the Custodian.
• Maintains equipment and coordinates required inspections (including but not limited to maintenance and inspection of machinery, kitchen appliances, fire extinguishers, AED equipment, light fixtures, tables, chairs, and program equipment).
• Inventories and orders equipment and supplies needed for facility operations (including but not limited to restroom paper supplies, cleaning supplies, and equipment).
• Sweeps, mops, and vacuums floors regularly.
• Scrubs, oils/waxes and polishes floors as needed.
• Deep cleans carpets as needed.
• Ensures windows are cleaned regularly.
• Dusts and polishes woodwork, lighting fixtures, surfaces and equipment routinely.
• Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies as needed.
• Empties and cleans garbage and recycling cans and ensures proper disposal.
• Replenishes bathroom supplies and replaces light bulbs as needed.
• Transports small equipment, tools, or supplies between departments, City Hall, and local businesses.
• Works at the front desk performing reception duties in relief of other staff members.
• Performs related duties as required.

To be eligible for this position you must have knowledge of:

• Methods, materials and equipment used in the maintenance of buildings and grounds.
• Written and spoken English
• Ability to speak Spanish is desirable.

To be eligible for this position you must have the ability to:

• Use a variety of cleaning equipment and materials.
• Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Follow written and oral directions.
• Utilize basic Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Works evenings, weekends and some holidays and respond appropriately to a call out.
• Provide a high level of customer service.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Willingness to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within six (6) months of employment.
• Some custodial experience is preferred.
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays.

MATHEMATICAL/REASONING SKILLS:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT:   

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee is occasionally required to sit, talk or hear, and taste or smell.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in evenings or weekends and inside environmental conditions.  The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.  The employee is occasionally exposed to outdoors weather conditions.  The noise level in the work environment can vary.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application.  The examination process may include the following: application appraisal and oral board interview examination. The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%.  Note:  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a pre-employment physical, background check, driving record check, and fingerprinting. To file an application, go to:  www.calopps.org or follow this link:  .  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”.  For more information about the City of San Rafael, please visit www.cityofsanrafael.org

First round interviews are tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, December 19, 2018 for those candidates who are selected to move forward.

AFTER SCHOOL COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSISTANT (ASCSA) I/III

ASCSA I: $11.80 - $14.34/hr.*

ASCSA III: $15.79 - $19.19/hr.

Multiple Positions Open (part-time, at-will, no benefits)

Also hiring Substitute ASCSA I staff available a minimum of 3 days a week.

*In accordance with SB 3, the salary for the ASCSA I position will increase to $12.36 - $15.02/hr., effective December 22, 2018.

DEFINITION: Under supervision, staff will perform duties in our After School Program consisting of an educational, enrichment and recreational environment. Work schedule will NOT exceed 28 hours per week; schedule is generally 11 am – 6 pm (varies from site to site), Monday through Friday and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualified applicants will be invited to test or asked to provide official documentation to verify they meet the educational requirements.

TESTING FOR THIS RECRUITMENT IS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2018.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE FOR ASCSA I:

• Ability to successfully lead a group of 20 or more students in both an educational and recreational setting.
• Knowledge of positive behavior guidance techniques and the ability to use them appropriately.
• Ability to create a fun and engaging educational environment for elementary and middle school aged youth.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE FOR ASCSA III (SITE LEAD) POSITION:

• Ability to successfully lead a program with up to 5 additional staff members and up to 100 youth in attendance daily; Knowledge of after school program best practices and ability to implement them appropriately.
• Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with school site personnel, staff, participants, and parents regarding program policies and procedures. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The incumbent must have the ability to:

• Work with students in reading, spelling, mathematics, and other subjects, assist with computer skills: Assist in supervising and organizing recreation activities; distribute, monitor, and maintain equipment/supplies.
• Assist in monitoring program compliance with laws, rules, and regulations; Supervise children/participants at park site or facility; lead group activities; Recommend and/or assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; implement policies and procedures.
• Provide information and referrals to program participants, school officials and community groups regarding program being offered; operate a computer and related software; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer.

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires prolonged standing, sitting, walking on level or unleveled and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. Incumbents may be required to lift, carry and/or push objects weighing 25 pounds or more. This position requires near and far vision for reading written documents and in the observation of participants during activities. Acute hearing is also required in providing customer service to public and /or assistance in facility, classroom, or outdoors.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:  ASCSA I – A minimum of six (6) months organized recreation, school aged child care, or teaching. ASCSA III – A minimum of two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in education, school aged recreational programming or a closely related field including supervisory experience.  All positions must have knowledge of teaching curriculum or learning based programs.  EDUCATION: Completion of 12th grade or equivalent; ALSO 2 or 4 year degree from an accredited college OR completion of two (2) years of higher education (48 semester/72 quarter units) OR completion of FUSD Paraprofessional testing.

LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS: Possession of, or ability to obtain CPR and basic first aid certifications within sixty (60) days of hire are required. A valid CA driver’s license may be required for certain positions. Candidates must be age 18 or older.

ABOUT US

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city, and has recently generated national attention by placing in Money Magazine’s top 50 “Best Places to Live 2016” in the country, and ranking 4th on the “Most Family Friendly” list of California cities by Estately.  Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, green technology, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks and nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 231,664 residents.  As a full service city, Fremont employs over 915 regular employees and has an annual operating budget of approximately $190 million.

Fremont is an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, collaboration, mutual respect, and diversity.  Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly, enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.

THE DEPARTMENT

The Community Development Department provides community planning, engineering, code enforcement, and building permit and inspection services. Using the City's General Plan and zoning and subdivision ordinances, the Department acts as the steward of the community by assisting the public through mandated development project reviews, the subdivision of land, and related public improvement plans.
 
To safeguard life, health, property, and the public welfare, the Department is also responsible for ensuring that buildings and public improvements are designed and constructed according to established standards and governing regulations. The City's capital assets - such as streets, parks, and public buildings - are designed and constructed under the Department's auspices.

WHAT IS A TYPICAL DAY LIKE FOR THE BUILDING INSPECTOR SPECIALIST?

- Perform inspections, plan check, and related duties in the specialized field of electrical building inspections.
- Investigate unlisted equipment and suspect substandard installations to determine product equivalency.
- Resolve disputes over interpretation and application of building codes.
- Review building plans to determine compliance to specialized systems and methods and schedules of inspection.
- Meet with City officials, business representatives and the general public to discuss specialized facets of inspection, including procedures and problems.
- Represent the City at meetings and conferences.
- Review and approve building permits.
- Train staff in assigned building inspection specialty.
- Perform combination building inspection duties.
- Prepare correspondence and reports.
- Maintain building inspection records.
- Utilize computer for tracking projects, writing, and generating reports.

The Community Services Department seeks an enthusiastic and team oriented candidate to work on a crew performing skilled labor in the maintenance and repair of Community Services facilities, parks, and trees. The ideal candidate will possess strong irrigation skills, and have hands on experience in general maintenance including landscaping and/or parks, street and facilities maintenance.

Possession of a Class B California driver’s license is highly desirable. If you thrive in a cohesive team environment and you desire to make a difference and serve the public we invite your application!

Under general supervision, performs unskilled, semi-skilled and/or skilled manual labor in the maintenance and repair of public works facilities including water systems, streets, traffic systems, sidewalks, signs, parks, and graffiti removal, storm drains, tree trimming and planting, and abatement of nuisances in the public right of way; performs related duties as required. Incumbents are expected to perform assigned activities without detailed instructions as to specific procedures to be followed. Incumbents in this class may also be expected to assist in the training of less experienced personnel.

• Participates in the work of a park maintenance crew in operating power and hand tools, edging, and weeding lawns, flower beds, and other landscaped areas; cutting and planting sod; spreading seed and fertilizer; planting or removing flowers and trees; operating, maintaining, and repairing in-ground sprinkler systems; cleaning walks, parking areas, and other areas of leaves and other debris; removing trash; operating power mowers, blowers, sweepers, edgers, hedge trimmers, clippers, sprayers, and other equipment or vehicles; cleaning and repairing restrooms and park equipment; making minor and major tune ups, replacement of parts or repairs to equipment such as sharpening blades; performs routine maintenance and equipment safety inspection; acts as tree trimming crew by chipping limbs, stumping, pruning, and trimming trees.
   
• Participates in the work of the street maintenance crew engaged in repairing and replacing concrete sidewalks, curbs, gutters and other concrete structures; repairing and maintaining city streets and alleys by patching with hot or cold asphalt mix; clearing storm drains and catch basins; operates a variety of equipment and uses a variety tools such as rollers, dump trucks, jack hammers, air compressors, tractors; sets up traffic control and safety zones.
   
• Participates in the work of a facilities maintenance crew engaged in various construction and repairs including, but not limited to, framing, dry-walling, painting, plumbing and electrical; includes regular maintenance activities such as replacing HVAC filters, changing light bulbs, cleaning and moving furniture and appliances.
   
• Answers emergency calls from the public and other agencies taking appropriate action such as placing barricades, removing fallen trees and limbs, replacing street signs and emergency patching of streets or flood control facilities.
   
• Participates in the work of a crew engaged in the removal of graffiti including sandblasting, chemically cleaning and painting surfaces; uses a variety of equipment and tools such as sandblaster, airless pump machine, rollers, trucks, etc.
   
• Participates in the work of the traffic crew engaged in installing and maintaining street signs and street markings; uses a variety of equipment and tools such as welders, paint striper, airless painter, chemical sprayer.
   
• Participates in the work of a water production crew engaged in monitoring telemetry and station levels and making necessary adjustments to maintain adequate supply of water in water systems; taking daily readings of electric and water consumption meters at pump and well locations; monitoring and adjusting pressure regulators in water systems; performing preventative maintenance on pumps and pump motor equipment; inspecting booster and well pumps, including checking for excessive noise, heat, or leaks; checking fluid levels on pumps; changing oil and packings at preset intervals; checking chlorine residuals for proper levels; installing and removing chlorine cylinders; cleaning reservoirs; maintaining records of lubrications, calibration, and maintenance performed to equipment and machinery; maintaining and repairing pump and well buildings and facilities; collecting water samples.
   
• Participates in the work of a water distribution crew engaged in installing, removing, and repairing large and small services; cutting, fitting, laying and repairing water mains; cleaning and flushing water mains; repairing mains, valves and hydrants; inspecting, testing, and operating valves, fittings and related water distribution equipment; keeping truck stocked with supplies and materials; repairing fire hydrants and flow testing related equipment; locating, excavating and repairing water lines and related facilities; inspecting water projects for leaks, decayed pipes, and spills; installing barricades and routing traffic in a safe manner.

For a complete job description applicants may go to the City’s website at www.ci.glendora.ca.us or contact the Human Resources & Risk Management Department.

Education and/or Experience

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be Graduation from high school or equivalent and two years of experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance.

Knowledge and Skill Levels

Working knowledge of common tools and equipment used in construction and maintenance work, including plumbing and electrical systems; grounds maintenance methods and techniques; trees, plants, flowers, and shrubs; operation and maintenance of tools and equipment used in grounds maintenance; grounds caretaking equipment operation and maintenance; basic safety precautions and procedures; traffic laws, ordinances and rules related to truck and heavy equipment operations; standards relating to the proper installation and maintenance of street signs and pavement markings; equipment and procedures involved in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water and sewer systems; related laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; procedures, equipment, materials, and tools used in the operation of motors, pumps, compressors, electrical panels, automatic controls, valves, and other equipment; chlorinators and domestic water sampling techniques; mathematical principles related to the computation of flows and volumes in water storage and distribution systems; skill in the use of hand and power tools, operation of a variety of equipment and vehicles, including concrete saw, grinder, jackhammer, loader, dump truck, forklift, backhoe, boom truck, chipper, chainsaw, asphalt roller, and cutting torch.

Special Requirements

Possession of or ability to obtain a Class B California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record during the course of employment.

Applicants must possess a Class C California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record during the course of employment.

CLOSING DATE: DECEMBER 13, 2018

INTERVIEWS  AND PRACTICAL EXAM TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR: JANUARY 3, 2019

A completed online employment application is required and must be submitted at www.calopps.org.  Incomplete, late, emailed, faxed, and hard copy applications are not accepted.  Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required employment application available at CalOpps.  Certificates, resumes, and cover letters must be uploaded with your application on the CalOpps website.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.  Please notify the Human Resources & Risk Management Department in advance if you require special accommodations to participate in any phase of the selection process.

CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

A completed online employment application and questionnaire is REQUIRED

Incomplete or late applications will NOT be accepted

Resumes will NOT be considered in lieu of the required employment application

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical duties in support of the City’s local code enforcement program; monitors and enforces a variety of applicable ordinances, codes, and regulations related to zoning, land use, nuisance housing, building codes, health and safety, blight, graffiti, water waste, and other matters of public concern; and serves as a resource and provides information on City regulations to property owners, residents, businesses, the general public, and other City departments and divisions. 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. 

1. Perform a variety of field and office work in support of the City’s local code enforcement program; enforce compliance with City regulations and ordinances including those pertaining to zoning, land use, nuisance housing, building codes, health and safety, blight, graffiti, water waste, and other matters of public concern. 

2. Receive and respond to citizen complaints and reports from other agencies and departments on alleged violations of City zoning and related municipal codes and ordinances; interview complainant and witnesses; conduct investigations and provide recommendations for resolution. 

3. Conduct field investigations; inspect properties for violations; attempt to make contact at the residence or business in order to resolve violation; issue and post warning notices, notices of violation, corrective notices, orders to comply, and related documentation for code violations; schedule and perform all follow-up functions to gain compliance including letters, inspections, calls, meetings, discussions, and negotiations to ensure compliance with appropriate codes and ordinances; issue administrative and parking citations and notices of violation as necessary. 

4. Prepare evidence in support of legal actions taken by the City; appear in court as necessary; testify at hearings and in court proceedings as required. 

5. Maintain accurate documentation and case files on all investigations, inspections, enforcement actions, and other job related activities including accurate and detailed information regarding code enforcement activity to substantiate violations; draw diagrams and illustrations and take photographs. 

6. Prepare a variety of written reports, memos, and correspondence related to enforcement activities. 

7. Patrol assigned area in a City vehicle to identify and evaluate problem areas and/or ordinance violations; determine proper method to resolve violations. 

8. Participate in the implementation of the City’s graffiti abatement program; receive requests for abatement of graffiti; patrol the City, record location of graffiti, and inform the City’s Graffiti Abatement Office of the need for vandalism clean-up; obtain and collect right of entry forms for graffiti abatement on private property; enter calls into computer system and track case progress. 

9. Attend meetings and serve as a resource to other City departments, divisions, the general public, and outside agencies in the enforcement of zoning regulations; provide research and documentation for meetings; interpret and explain municipal codes and ordinances to members of the general public, contractors, business owners, and other interested groups in the field, over the counter, and on the telephone. 

10. Operate computer to enter, process, and acquire data relative to complaints, inspection sites, and effective code enforcement; research complaints. 

11. Participate in supervising the work of community service workers, county inmates, or volunteers engaged in community clean-up and preservation activities; determine locations and type of work to be performed. 

12. Locate vacant residences and businesses; secure buildings with proper materials as necessary; post the property as necessary; check vacant buildings regularly for transient activity, graffiti, and other forms of vandalism. 

13. May assist in researching, drafting, and rewriting municipal codes; participate in the development of forms and processes utilized to address various issues. 

14. Perform related duties as required.

Code Enforcement Official I/II/III

Level I:  $4,243 - $5,157 per month

Level II:  $4,682 - $5,691 per month

Level III:  $5,560 - $6,758 per month

Plus excellent benefits

OPEN UNTIL FILLED:  Apply by Sunday, December 2, 2018, for first consideration

Do you have a forward-thinking mindset?

Do you want to work where staff is encouraged to reduce bureaucracy and take reasonable risks?

Do you want to make a difference in the San Rafael community?

The City of San Rafael is recruiting for a Code Enforcement Officer in our Community Development Department.  Under immediate supervision, this position assists with the enforcement of all provisions of the San Rafael Municipal Code, performs code inspections, and enforces the zoning code.

This position is a flexibly staffed position and may be filled at any level in the series, dependent upon the candidate’s experience and qualifications.  The distinguishing characteristics between each level is as follows:

Code Enforcement Official I:  This class is distinguished from the Code Enforcement Officer II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series including field investigations and field inspections.  Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience.

Code Enforcement Official II:  This is the full journey level class.  Employees at this level are distinguished from the Code Enforcement Officer I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned.  Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.  Positions in this class shift away from office and group fieldwork to more defined, independent work.  The supervisor through the performance appraisal system measures movement from Code Enforcement Officer I to II.

Code Enforcement Official III:  This is the lead work level position within this job class series.  As a lead worker, this position is responsible for providing advanced journey level code enforcement duties and for providing some building and/or fire inspection duties typically regarding issues that do not require a permit.  This position requires certification as a Building or Fire Prevention Inspector, defined as having completed the ICC certification as a Combination Building Inspector or the residential inspection track of the International Code Council and/or the Fire Prevention IA, 2A, and 3A courses of the California State Fire Training.

This position performs the following essential job duties:

• Exercises enforcement and abatement responsibilities under the land use regulations of the City’s Municipal Codes.
• Conducts field investigations of reported complaints of municipal code, ordinance and resolution violations.
• Advises individuals of violations and methods of abatement.
• Seeks abatement (remedies) through voluntary compliance or informal administrative process or administrative hearings or judicial action.
• Conducts field inspections to uncover violations, gathers supporting evidence, inform individuals of code provisions and encourage compliance.
• Issue warnings and violation notices and see remedies through voluntary compliance or informal administrative process or administrative hearings or judicial action.
• Explains and interprets municipal codes, ordinances, and resolutions at the counter and in the field to City staff, to property owners and the generic public.
• Confers with other agencies and City departments, verbally and in writing, on the investigation and disposition of related violations.
• Prepares written staff reports and presents evidence at hearings before the Planning Commission, City Council, Hearing Officer, and/or Courts of law related to current code enforcement administrative and judicial proceedings.
• Complete forms, prepare reports, investigation narratives and related correspondence.
• Maintains case records, program statistics, and related materials.
• At the Level III, function as a lead work supervisor over other Code Enforcement Official (I/II) employees.
• Performs related duties as required.

To be eligible for this position you must have knowledge of:

• Correct English usage, spelling and punctuation.
• Simple research and statistical methods.
• Interviewing techniques necessary to obtain investigative and personal data.
• Modern office policies, procedures, and equipment.
• Goals, objectives and policies of the department.
• Correct written and spoken English.
• Technical aspects of Zoning and Code Enforcement.
• Supervisory techniques and methods.

To be eligible for this position you must have the ability to:

• Interpret and apply laws, ordinances, codes and policies.
• Express oneself clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Work cooperatively with other departments, agencies, and citizens.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships.
• Lead and direct the work of others.
• Perform field inspections, investigations.
• Enforce applicable codes and ordinances.

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, abilities and skill.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge, abilities, and skill would be:

Code Enforcement Official I:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Community College coursework in communications, law enforcement, planning, business, or public administration, or a related field preferred.
• One (1) year of full-time experience involving the enforcement and interpretation of administrative rules and regulations and direct public contact.
• Valid driver’s license.

Code Enforcement Official II:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of full-time experience involving the enforcement and interpretation of administrative rules and regulations, two (2) years of which must be in a code inspection capacity.
• Valid driver’s license.

Code Enforcement Official III:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of full-time experience involving the enforcement and interpretation of administrative rules and regulations, two (2) years of which must be in a code inspection capacity, with at least one (1) of those years at an equivalent level to the Code Enforcement Official II. 
• Certification as a Building or Fire Prevention Inspector.
• Valid driver’s license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions and regularly works in inside environmental conditions.  The employee is frequently exposed to video display and moving mechanical parts.  The employee occasionally works with use of personal vehicle.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS: 

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application.  The examination process may include the following application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%.   To file an application, go to:  www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.   Select “San Rafael”.   Follow this link to apply via CalOpps: 

THE POSITION

The City of Dublin, a dynamic and growing community, is seeking an Assistant Planner to perform entry-level current and advanced planning functions.  Under general direction, the Assistant Planner performs responsible planning tasks and provides technical assistance to the Planning Division of the City’s Community Development Department.  This position will provide valuable experience and offer career development potential to the successful candidate.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

The Assistant Planner is an entry level position in the professional planner series.  The position provides technical assistance to the Community Development Department, providing public counter assistance, processes minor planning permits, and assists in processing planning applications for both current and advanced planning projects.

Additional duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Responding to inquiries from applicants, the general public and other governmental agencies;
• Interpreting and applying pertinent laws and regulations related to planning and zoning activities;
• Reviewing building plans;
• Conducting field investigations;
• Conducting research and compiling and analyzing data;
• Preparing various entitlement reports and correspondence;
• Performing code enforcement activities.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The City’s Community Development Department is comprised of three Divisions:  Building & Safety, Planning and Housing.  The Planning Division is directly responsible for providing Staff support to the Planning Commission and for various activities including preparing updates and amendments to the General Plan; developing Ordinances for consideration by the Planning Commission and the City Council; administration of the California Environmental Quality Act; processing development applications; working on housing programs and administration and enforcement of the City’s Zoning and Property Maintenance Ordinances.

ABOUT THE CITY

The City of Dublin is located in eastern Alameda County, approximately 35 miles southeast of San Francisco.  The City was incorporated in 1982 with a population of 63,241 within 14.59 square miles.  Dublin’s strategic “crossroad” location at the intersection of Interstate 580 and 680 has made the City freeway close and conveniently accessible to the Bay Area with two BART stations.

COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY SERVICE

The City of Dublin is continually striving to enhance the services provided to our customers. The City organization is committed to creating a challenging and rewarding environment in which all employees representing the City are motivated to respond to the needs of the City’s customers. In setting high standards for ourselves, we take pride in:

• Being a responsive and proactive City team, in touch with the changing needs and expectations of the Dublin community.
• Providing the highest level of quality service in all City programs and activities.
• Promoting a “can do” attitude using common sense along with technical/professional knowledge.
• Being committed to high professional standards. A professional attitude encourages an objective approach to analyses of issues.
• Providing information and resources to our customers in a friendly and helpful manner.