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REFUSE MAINTENANCE WORKER II

 

SALARY:     $3,678.19 to $5,175.51 monthly (26 pay periods annually) 

FINAL FILING DATE:    We are accepting applications on a continuous basis. 

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

 

THE POSITION
The Human Resources Department is establishing a list for the position of Refuse Maintenance Worker II in the Environmental Utilities Department. The list established for this recruitment may be utilized to fill any regular, limited term or part-time, temporary vacancies. The term length for limited term placements is not guaranteed but cannot exceed 36 months. A part-time temporary position cannot exceed 25 hours per week. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 –5 pm; a flex schedule may be available.

 

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

 

THE CITY
The City of Roseville is committed to a diverse workforce.  We are engaged in understanding the needs and backgrounds of our colleagues and those we serve.   Our organization is unified in this commitment, as we believe this produces the best results for our community.  

The City of Roseville (COR) incorporates the following Core Competencies as part of the City’s culture:

• Focus on people: Develop and deliver service-oriented solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
• Build trust: Ensure honesty and integrity to gain confidence and support of others.
• Ensure accountability: Take responsibility for the outcomes of one’s own work and foster a sense of ownership in others.
• Communicate effectively: Deliver clear, concise messages and actively listen to ideas and questions.
• Collaborate inclusively:  Build effective working partnerships, alliances, and teams.
• Make quality decisions: Make sound, timely decisions and recommendations.
• Be adaptable/agile: Change approach or methods to best fit the situation and effectively balance competing priorities.

 

DEFINITION
To perform semi-skilled and skilled labor in the maintenance and repair of refuse bins and vehicles used in residential and commercial refuse collection.

 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the journey level class in the Refuse Maintenance Worker series and is distinguished from the I level by the ability to perform the full range of duties assigned, with only occasional instruction or assistance as unusual or unique situations arise.  Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

• Receives immediate supervision from a Refuse Supervisor, receives technical and functional supervision from a Senior Refuse Truck Driver.

 

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintain and repair refuse collection bins, including cleaning, painting, and making structural repairs such as replacing and/or fabricating wheels, castors, lids, and gate pins.
• Inspect refuse collection vehicles and perform light maintenance as needed; steam clean refuse collection trucks.
• Drive a bin truck and deliver refuse collection containers to new residential and commercial customers/units; exchange bins or cans as needed.
• Clean up waste spills, fluids, glass, and trash at various locations.
• Fill out and submit required forms.
• Assist Refuse Truck Drivers on residential and commercial routes, as necessary.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Uses and purposes of general mechanical tools and equipment; safe work practices.
• Methods, techniques, tools and operating characteristics of mechanical equipment used in the maintenance and repair of refuse collection equipment.

Ability to:

• Learn to perform unskilled and semi-skilled tasks related to a variety of refuse equipment maintenance activities; perform heavy physical labor.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules.  Intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember equipment location; and explain jobs to others.
• Intermittently, sit while studying or preparing reports; bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist when performing installation of equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift or carry weight of 40 pounds or less.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Independently perform semi-skilled and skilled work in the maintenance and repair of refuse collection equipment.
• Operate a variety of vehicular and stationary mechanical equipment, including bin truck, flatbed truck, as well as grinders, cutters, saws, welding equipment, and generator.

 

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

• Two years of increasingly responsible experience performing maintenance and repair work of refuse collection equipment similar to that of a Refuse Maintenance Worker I with the City of Roseville. (To perform semi-skilled and skilled labor in the maintenance and repair of refuse bins and vehicles used in residential and commercial refuse collection.)

Training:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree.

 

License or Certificate:

• Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license, with airbrakes by date of application.

 

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1.    Your responses to question 3, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula.  Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information.  This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience" section of this application.  Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored.  I understand and agree with the above instructions.

• Yes
• No

 

2.    Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones. 

 

3.    How many years of professional experience do you have performing semi-skilled and skilled labor in the maintenance and repair of refuse bins and vehicles used in residential and commercial refuse collection?

• Less than 2 Years
• 2-3 Years
• 3-4 Years
• 4-5 Years
• 5-6 Years
• 6+ Years

 

4.    Please describe your experience using each of the following hand tools: Hammer, Wrench, Screw Driver, Pruner, Tape Measure.

 

5.    Please describe your experience using each of the following power tools: Weed Eater, Drill, Pressure Washer, Blower, Grinder, Impact Wrench.

 

6.    Please describe your experience operating the following equipment: Air Compressor, Forklift, Backhoe, Refuse Truck, Tailgate Lift, Wire Feed Welder, Trash Compactor.

 

7.    Select the option that describes your valid California Driver’s License.

• Class B or higher
• Class C
• None of these

SELECTION PROCESS
All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination. The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List. Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.
 

REFUSE MAINTENANCE WORKER I

 

SALARY:     $3,343.76 to $4,704.99 monthly (26 pay periods annually) 

FINAL FILING DATE:    We are accepting applications on a continuous basis. 

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

 

THE POSITION
The Human Resources Department is establishing a list for the position of Refuse Maintenance Worker I in the Environmental Utilities Department. The list established for this recruitment may be utilized to fill any regular, limited term or part-time, temporary vacancies. The term length for limited term placements is not guaranteed but cannot exceed 36 months. A part-time temporary position cannot exceed 25 hours per week. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 –5 pm; a flex schedule may be available.

 

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

 

THE CITY
The City of Roseville is committed to a diverse workforce.  We are engaged in understanding the needs and backgrounds of our colleagues and those we serve.   Our organization is unified in this commitment, as we believe this produces the best results for our community.  

The City of Roseville (COR) incorporates the following Core Competencies as part of the City’s culture:

• Focus on people: Develop and deliver service-oriented solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
• Build trust: Ensure honesty and integrity to gain confidence and support of others.
• Ensure accountability: Take responsibility for the outcomes of one’s own work and foster a sense of ownership in others.
• Communicate effectively: Deliver clear, concise messages and actively listen to ideas and questions.
• Collaborate inclusively:  Build effective working partnerships, alliances, and teams.
• Make quality decisions: Make sound, timely decisions and recommendations.
• Be adaptable/agile: Change approach or methods to best fit the situation and effectively balance competing priorities.

 

DEFINITION
To perform semi-skilled and skilled labor in the maintenance and repair of refuse bins and vehicles used in residential and commercial refuse collection.

 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the entry level class in the Refuse Maintenance Worker series.  Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience and work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. The Refuse Maintenance Worker I class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level.  Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes are learned.

 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

• Receives immediate supervision from a Refuse Supervisor, receives technical and functional supervision from a Senior Refuse Truck Driver.

 

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Maintain and repair refuse collection bins, including cleaning, painting, and making structural repairs such as replacing and/or fabricating wheels, castors, lids, and gate pins.
• Inspect refuse collection vehicles and perform light maintenance as needed; steam clean refuse collection trucks.
• Drive a bin truck and deliver refuse collection containers to new residential and commercial customers/units; exchange bins or cans as needed.
• Clean up waste spills, fluids, glass, and trash at various locations.
• Fill out and submit required forms.
• Assist Refuse Truck Drivers on residential and commercial routes, as necessary.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Uses and purposes of general mechanical tools and equipment; safe work practices.

Ability to:

• Learn to perform unskilled and semi-skilled tasks related to a variety of refuse equipment maintenance activities; perform heavy physical labor.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules.  Intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember equipment location; and explain jobs to others.
• Intermittently, sit while studying or preparing reports; bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist when performing installation of equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift or carry weight of 40 pounds or less.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

 

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

• No experience is required; some general maintenance experience is preferred.

Training:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license by date of appointment.
• Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license within six months of date of appointment.

 

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1.    Your responses to question 3, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula.  Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information.  This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience" section of this application.  Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored.  I understand and agree with the above instructions.

• Yes
• No

2.    Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones. 

3.    How many years of professional experience do you have performing semi-skilled and skilled labor in the maintenance and repair of refuse bins and vehicles used in residential and commercial refuse collection?

• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 Years
• 2-3 Years
• 3-4 Years
• 4+ Years

4.    Please describe your experience using each of the following hand tools: Hammer, Wrench, Screw Driver, Pruner, Tape Measure.

5.    Please describe your experience using each of the following power tools: Weed Eater, Drill, Pressure Washer, Blower, Grinder, Impact Wrench.

6.    Please describe your experience operating the following equipment: Air Compressor, Forklift, Backhoe, Refuse Truck, Tailgate Lift, Wire Feed Welder, Trash Compactor.

7.    Select the option that describes your valid California Driver’s License.

• Class B or higher
• Class C
• None of these

SELECTION PROCESS
All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination. The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List. Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.
 

Hydro Compliance Analyst
Full Time
Dobbins, CA, US

Salary Range:$100,526.40 To 122,200.00 Annually

Description
Do you seek an opportunity to work for an agency committed to the sustainable management of our water resources for flood risk reduction and reliable water supply, enabled through power generation, in support of the environment and quality of life for our communities? Are you fascinated by thought-provoking and challenging work that also offers a career path, professional development opportunities, and the ability to take on new and exciting projects? Are you interested in joining a team of dedicated and talented professionals? If so, apply to join the Yuba Water Agency team and become part of a dynamic organization!
The Yuba Water Agency is recruiting for the position of Hydroelectric Compliance Analyst within our Compliance Department. The position would report directly to the Compliance Manager.
 
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate possesses a genuine desire to serve the Yuba County community, exhibits curiosity to learn about the mission areas of the organization and a strong desire to learn and grow professionally. The ideal candidate is an independent contributor who has a strong understanding of compliance principles, including timely upkeep of user friendly and always audit ready compliance program for Bulk Electric System Reliability. The ideal candidate is a skilled problem solver and disciplined in implementing change. This individual can follow directives and work independently while fostering positive working relationships with co-workers, other agency employees (bargaining/non-bargaining), government entities, contract providers and the regulators using principles of good customer service.
 
Typical Tasks
Include but are not limited to timely coordination of various tasks for NERC/WECC/CAISO compliance program,   record management, problem resolution, and change management. This position will provide support to management in relevant cross-functional departments. In addition, serve as a bridge between agency-wide functions and locations in communicating and clarifying policies and procedures to assure consistency and efficiency in application, as well as act as a strong support resource to advance efforts in the Agency’s mission areas. Some examples of duties include:

• Ensure the Agency manages its compliance documentation to comply with federally mandated Standards.
• Develop processes, policies, procedures, and guidelines for managing compliance documentation that are in alignment with regulatory standards.
• Support required compliance-related training and ensure training materials are reviewed annually by the team to address revisions to Regulatory Standards, internal policies, programs, and procedures.
• Supports NERC/WECC reliability requirements by auditing and/or executing actions necessary to meet or exceed minimum regulatory compliance requirements.
• Assist in preparing and managing the department’s compliance budget, monitor expenses, forecast requirements and purchases within established guidelines.
• Performs related duties as required.

 
Education/Training
Education: Equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in a technical field. College coursework/curriculum related to energy generation or hydro power plant operations if highly desired.   
Experience: Three to five years’ utility compliance related experience. Experience in hydroelectric generation is highly preferred.   
License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate, valid California driver’s license.
 
Benefits
In addition to offering flexible work schedules, hosting employee engagement events throughout the year and offering excellent training and development opportunities to help you plan your short- and long-term career goals to advance in your career, the Agency offers an excellent benefit package consisting of:

• Flexible schedules may be available
• Health Insurance: 1-party is $1,057.01, 2-party is $2,114.02, and 3+party is $2,748.23 per month Any premiums in excess of the amounts shall be paid by the employee
• Dental: 100% paid coverage for employee and dependents
• Vision: 100% paid coverage for employee and dependents
• Vacation: Accrued at 10 hours per calendar month
• Sick Leave: Accrued at 10 hours per calendar month
• Holidays: 11 official holidays and 16 hours of floating holiday time per year
• Retirement: CalPERS: For classic members 2% @ 55 formula and the agency will pay 5% of the employee’s 7% contribution to CalPERS. For all others, subject to the provisions of AB340 with a 2%@ 62 formula
• Retiree health through the agency upon completion of ten (10) years of service credit with the agency and retirement from CalPERS. The agency’s present contribution for each annuitant, including enrollment of his/her family members, is a maximum of $1,700 per month.
• Deferred Compensation: Voluntary participation in Agency Plans. The agency will contribute 7.65% amount towards the plan.
• Life Insurance: $50,000
• Educational/training tuition reimbursement available

Special Instructions
Applications will be screened according to the qualifications outlined in this announcement. Not all applications which may meet the minimum requirements will proceed to the next phase of the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified by email as to whether or not they are invited to participate further in the selection process.
 
The Yuba Water Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Agency not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees. We will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please contact Molly Bolar at (530) 740-7092 prior to the closing date for accommodation requests.
 
Before receiving an offer of employment, the candidate must pass a thorough reference check, drug test, and background check.
 
Applicants must be successful in all phases of the selection process to be considered for this position.
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all potential employees are required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States.

For more information visit our website at https://www.yubawater.org/160/Work-for-Yuba-Water.
 

Water Conservation Worker II

 

SALARY:                         $4707.58 to $6624.02 monthly (26 pay periods annually)

 

FINAL FILING DATE:   We are accepting applications until closing at 5 pm, July 13, 2022

 

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

 

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the Regular and full-time position of Water Conservation Worker II in the Environmental Utilities Department.  The current vacancy is a regular, full–time position; however, the employment list that will be established from this recruitment may be utilized to fill future regular, temporary, and limited term vacancies in the City for the duration of the list. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7 –4 pm; a flex schedule may be available.

 

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

 

THE CITY

The City of Roseville is committed to a diverse workforce.  We are engaged in understanding the needs and backgrounds of our colleagues and those we serve.   Our organization is unified in this commitment, as we believe this produces the best results for our community. 

• The City of Roseville (COR) incorporates the following Core Competencies as part of the City’s culture:
• Focus on people: Develop and deliver service-oriented solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
• Build trust: Ensure honesty and integrity to gain confidence and support of others.
• Ensure accountability: Take responsibility for the outcomes of one’s own work and foster a sense of ownership in others.
• Communicate effectively: Deliver clear, concise messages and actively listen to ideas and questions.
• Collaborate inclusively:  Build effective working partnerships, alliances, and teams.
• Make quality decisions: Make sound, timely decisions and recommendations.
• Be adaptable/agile: Change approach or methods to best fit the situation and effectively balance competing priorities.

 

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of duties in support of the water conservation division to include water leak investigations, water use efficiency surveys, water waste patrols, high water use investigations, and extensive public contact.

 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the full journey level class in the Water Conservation Worker series and is distinguished from the I level by the ability to perform the full range of duties assigned with only occasional instruction or assistance as unusual or unique situations arise.  Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

• Receives general supervision from the Water Conservation Specialist.

 

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Respond to customer inquiries and complaints regarding excessive watering, water waste, and general water conservation questions including rebates and programs.
• Perform field investigations of high water use complaints, water leak investigations and conduct water use efficiency surveys on residential, institutional, and small commercial customer accounts.
• Conduct water waste patrols and provide routine field service in support of the Water Conservation division including the delivery of door hangers, literature distribution, and special service orders.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service; tactfully responds to citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Assist with community outreach events.
• May use a computer to enter and retrieve information related to work assignments and recordkeeping.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

Knowledge of:

• Uses and purposes of general materials, tools and equipment used in water system operation and maintenance; safe work practices.
• Water conservation methods and techniques including basic landscape design and installation; basic understanding of irrigation systems; basic understanding of interior plumbing systems; and general computer skills.
• Methods, materials, tools and equipment used in water system operation and maintenance; safety principles and practices; record keeping.
• Water conservation methods and techniques including basic landscape design and installation; irrigation systems and interior plumbing systems; and general computer skills.

 

Ability to:

• Learn how to perform required inspections related to water use efficiency surveys, utilize equipment operation manuals and manufacturer specifications.
• Learn policies and regulations regarding water conservation; learn geography and street locations of the City.
• Understand and carry out written and oral directions; maintain accurate and up-to-date records; complete forms clearly and in detail; perform basic arithmetic calculations.
• Learn to identify water system irregularities and recommend how they can be corrected; work outdoors in all types of weather; walk long distances.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including other City departments. 
• Perform required inspections related to water use efficiency surveys, utilize equipment operation manuals and manufacturer specifications.
• Understand policies and regulations regarding water conservation; identify water system irregularities and recommend how they can be corrected.
• Work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• On a continuous basis, be able to learn all aspects of the job; learn, understand, interpret and explain departmental and program policies, procedures, rules, codes and operational procedures; explain regulations, procedures, programs and services to the general public; observe safety rules; and act as representative of the water division.
• Intermittently, learn to analyze problematic water/drainage systems and equipment; identify safety hazards; interpret work orders; explain systems and equipment issues to staff and customers; sit at desk; twist to reach equipment or materials surrounding desk; stand, walk, balance, stoop, kneel, and bend while performing field inspections; assess hazards associated with entering private residences, residential yards and businesses; lift and carry materials and equipment necessary to support public events weighing up to 40 lbs; use telephone and write or use keyboard to communicate through written means.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; know, understand, interpret and explain departmental and program policies, procedures, rules, codes and operational procedures.
• Intermittently, analyze problematic water/drainage systems and equipment; identify safety hazards; interpret work orders; explain systems and equipment issues to staff and customers.

 

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

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

 

Experience:

• Two years of increasingly responsible experience in operation and maintenance of a water distribution system, irrigation system management, and/or water conservation program similar to that of a Water Conservation Worker I in the City of Roseville.  (Performs a variety of duties in support of the water conservation division to include water leak investigations, water use efficiency surveys, water waste patrols, high water use investigations, and extensive public contact.)

 

                          And

 

Training:

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.

 

                          And

 

License or Certificate:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate and valid California driver’s license.     
• A DOHS Water Distribution D-2 Certificate and a Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA) Certificate issued by the Irrigation Association must be completed within the first year of employment.

 

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

 

1. Your responses to questions 3, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula.  Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information.  This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience" section of this application.  Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored.  I understand and agree with the above instructions.

• Yes
• No

 

2. Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones.

 

3. How many years of experience do you have in operation and maintenance of a water distribution system, irrigation system management, and/or water conservation program performing a variety of duties in support of the water conservation division?

• Less than 2 years
• 2-4 Years
• 4-6 Years
• 6-8 Years
• 8-10 Years
• 10+ Years

 

4. Select the current certificates which you hold from the following list:           

• Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA)
• Water Distribution Operator
• Water Use Efficiency Practitioner
• Certified Irrigation Technician
• Landscape Water Management
• Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper
• None of the above

 

5. If you selected “Water Distribution Operator” from the list above, please select the Grade:

• D1
• D2 or greater
• None of the above

 

6. Describe your experience performing water use efficiency and/or water conservation functions.

 

SELECTION PROCESS

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination. The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List. Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

 

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

 

Water Conservation Worker I

 

SALARY:                      $4279.69 to $6021.98 monthly (26 pay periods annually)

 

FINAL FILING DATE:   We are accepting applications until closing at 5 pm, July 13, 2022

 

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

 

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the Regular and full-time position of Water Conservation Worker I in the Environmental Utilities Department.  The current vacancy is a regular, full–time position; however, the employment list that will be established from this recruitment may be utilized to fill future regular, temporary, and limited term vacancies in the City for the duration of the list. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7 –4 pm; a flex schedule may be available.

 

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

 

THE CITY

The City of Roseville is committed to a diverse workforce.  We are engaged in understanding the needs and backgrounds of our colleagues and those we serve.   Our organization is unified in this commitment, as we believe this produces the best results for our community. 

• The City of Roseville (COR) incorporates the following Core Competencies as part of the City’s culture:
• Focus on people: Develop and deliver service-oriented solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
• Build trust: Ensure honesty and integrity to gain confidence and support of others.
• Ensure accountability: Take responsibility for the outcomes of one’s own work and foster a sense of ownership in others.
• Communicate effectively: Deliver clear, concise messages and actively listen to ideas and questions.
• Collaborate inclusively:  Build effective working partnerships, alliances, and teams.
• Make quality decisions: Make sound, timely decisions and recommendations.
• Be adaptable/agile: Change approach or methods to best fit the situation and effectively balance competing priorities.

 

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of duties in support of the water conservation division to include water leak investigations, water use efficiency surveys, water waste patrols, high water use investigations, and extensive public contact.

 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is an entry level class in the Water Conservation Worker series.  Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience and work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks.  This class is distinguished from the Water Conservation Worker II class by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level.  Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning the job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned.

 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

• Receives immediate supervision from the Water Conservation Specialist.

 

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Respond to customer inquiries and complaints regarding excessive watering, water waste, and general water conservation questions including rebates and programs.
• Perform field investigations of high water use complaints, water leak investigations and conduct water use efficiency surveys on residential, institutional, and small commercial customer accounts.
• Conduct water waste patrols and provide routine field service in support of the Water Conservation division including the delivery of door hangers, literature distribution, and special service orders.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service; tactfully responds to citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Assist with community outreach events.
• May use a computer to enter and retrieve information related to work assignments and recordkeeping.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

Knowledge of:

• Uses and purposes of general materials, tools and equipment used in water system operation and maintenance; safe work practices.
• Water conservation methods and techniques including basic landscape design and installation; basic understanding of irrigation systems; basic understanding of interior plumbing systems; and general computer skills.

 

Ability to:

• Learn how to perform required inspections related to water use efficiency surveys, utilize equipment operation manuals and manufacturer specifications.
• Learn policies and regulations regarding water conservation; learn geography and street locations of the City.
• Understand and carry out written and oral directions; maintain accurate and up-to-date records; complete forms clearly and in detail; perform basic arithmetic calculations.
• Learn to identify water system irregularities and recommend how they can be corrected; work outdoors in all types of weather; walk long distances.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including other City departments. 
• On a continuous basis, be able to learn all aspects of the job; learn, understand, interpret and explain departmental and program policies, procedures, rules, codes and operational procedures; explain regulations, procedures, programs and services to the general public; observe safety rules; and act as representative of the water division.
• Intermittently, learn to analyze problematic water/drainage systems and equipment; identify safety hazards; interpret work orders; explain systems and equipment issues to staff and customers; sit at desk; twist to reach equipment or materials surrounding desk; stand, walk, balance, stoop, kneel, and bend while performing field inspections; assess hazards associated with entering private residences, residential yards and businesses; lift and carry materials and equipment necessary to support public events weighing up to 40 lbs; use telephone and write or use keyboard to communicate through written means.

 

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

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

 

Experience:

• Six months experience in operation and maintenance of a water distribution system, irrigation system management, or water conservation program.  Experience in public relations is desirable.

 

                                  And

 

Training:

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.

 

                                  And

 

License or Certificate:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate and valid California driver’s license.        

 

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

 

1. Your responses to questions 3, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula.  Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information.  This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience" section of this application.  Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored.  I understand and agree with the above instructions.

• Yes
• No

 

2. Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones.

 

3. How many years of experience do you have in operation and maintenance of a water distribution system, irrigation system management, and/or water conservation program performing a variety of duties in support of the water conservation division?

• Less than 6 Months
• 6 Months – 1 Year
• 1-2 Years
• 2-3 Years
• 3-4 Years
• 4+ Years

 

4. Select the current certificates which you hold from the following list:              

• Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA)
• Water Distribution Operator
• Water Use Efficiency Practitioner
• Certified Irrigation Technician
• Landscape Water Management
• Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper
• None of the above

 

5. If you selected “Water Distribution Operator” from the list above, please select the Grade:

• D1
• D2 or greater
• None of the above

 

6. Describe your experience performing water use efficiency and/or water conservation functions.

 

SELECTION PROCESS

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination. The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List. Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

 

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity for a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator. Currently, the City of Pacifica Public Works Department is recruiting for a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators to join our Operations team! The level at which an individual is hired will be dependent on the applicant's qualifications, work experience and certifications. 

 

Under general supervision or direction, the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator, is responsible for all Plant processes and will support in repairs and maintenance of plant equipment. The level of supervisory or lead responsibilities are dependent on the I or II level designation. 

 

BASIC EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Monitors and processes the operation of the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
• Operates treatment facility equipment, such as settling tanks, pumps, activated sludge processes, digester, centrifuge chlorinators to control flow and processing of sludge and effluent discharge.
• Monitors gauges, dials, meters and control panels, and other recording instruments, interpreting results to determine processing requirements, and records data.
• Services and maintains a variety of plant equipment and facilities to locate and report needed repairs.

The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the basic types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. 

SENIOR INTERPRETIVE SERVICES SPECIALIST

SALARY:            $5,163 to $7,264 monthly (26 pay periods annually) 

 

FINAL FILING DATE:    We are accepting applications until 5:00 p.m. July 11, 2022.
            
IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

 

THE POSITION
The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the position of Senior Interpretive Services Specialist.  The current opening is a regular, full-time position in the Environmental Utilities Department at the Roseville Exploration Center, but the list established may be utilized to fill future regular, limited term or temporary vacancies in the City for the duration of the list. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 –5 pm; a flex schedule may be available. 

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

 

THE CITY
The City of Roseville (COR) incorporates the following Core Competencies as part of the City’s culture:

• Focus on people: Develop and deliver service-oriented solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
• Build trust: Ensure honesty and integrity to gain confidence and support of others.
• Ensure accountability: Take responsibility for the outcomes of one’s own work and foster a sense of ownership in others.
• Communicate effectively: Deliver clear, concise messages and actively listen to ideas and questions.
• Collaborate inclusively:  Build effective working partnerships, alliances, and teams.
• Make quality decisions: Make sound, timely decisions and recommendations.
• Be adaptable/agile: Change approach or methods to best fit the situation and effectively balance competing priorities.

 

DEFINITION
To plan, organize and coordinate technical and professional duties in support of assigned interpretive or educational facilities and programs within the City of Roseville; to troubleshoot operational issues and ensure the implementation of assigned programs; and to perform a variety of professional and technical tasks related to assigned responsibilities.

 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Senior Interpretive Services Specialist is the advanced journey level in the Interpretive Services Specialist class series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, by the amount of time spent performing the duties, and by the nature of the public contact made. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series and provide technical and functional supervision over professional and technical personnel.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

• Receives general direction from assigned management staff.
• May exercise direct supervision over assigned professional technical, and administrative support personnel.

 

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plan, prioritize, and review the work of personnel assigned to research, design and implement interpretive or educational programs that meet the goals and objectives of the City and needs of the community.
• Develop schedules and methods to accomplish assignments ensuring work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Participate in evaluating the activities of staff, recommending improvements and modifications.
• Provide and coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies.
• Perform the most difficult and complex work related to the development and implementation of interpretive or educational facilities and programs.
• Plan for and ensure the quality of interpretive programs and develop and coordinate new and existing interpretive tours, programs, classes, camps and events.
• Plan, prioritize, hire, train, assign and monitor the work of temporary staff and volunteers involved in interpretive or educational facility activities.
• Provide guidance on day-to-day program implementation including program direction, communications and marketing of such programs.
• Participate in and oversee the development and implementation of the more complex projects, programs and/or special events ensuring project deliverables are met within budget and timeline. 
• Oversee the daily care and maintenance of Utility Exploration Center exhibits and media; work with and inspect the work of vendors and contractors for maintenance and repair activities.
• Oversee the implementation of systems, policies and procedures for retail, program reservations, and customer service functions; oversee inventory and cash management. 
• Participate in budget preparation and administration for assigned projects.
• Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints related to program  areas  of  assignment  and  recommend  corrective  action  as  necessary  to  resolve complaints.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Advanced principles and practices of interpretive and educational program development and service delivery.
• Project management methodologies.
• Principles and practices of interpretive and educational program development and delivery.
• Principles  and  practices  of  organizing  groups,  programs  and  services  in  an  education environment.
• Program evaluation and analysis. 
• Educational needs of a wide variety of age groups and special populations.
• Pertinent local, State and Federal laws, ordinances and rules.
• Modern office equipment and methods including use of computer applications in word processing, spreadsheet, and databases.
• Principles and practices of safety management.

 

Ability to:

• Plan, organize, and coordinate the implementation of interpretive and educational programs.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job.  Intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures.
• On a continuous basis, sit at desk for long periods of time.  Intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; and lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less.
• Effectively manage the more complex projects. 
• Effectively identify, develop and implement interpretive or educational programs that meet the goals of the City and needs of the community.
• Review and modify programs accordingly. Properly maintain exhibit materials.
• Prepare a variety of reports and maintain accurate records and files.
• Train staff and volunteers in work procedures and requirements.
• Interpret and explain pertinent City and department policies and procedures.
• Analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend or take effective course of action. Promote and enforce safe work practices and ensure facility and equipment safety.
• Work weekends and evening shifts as required.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

 

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

• Two years of responsible experience performing duties similar to that of an Interpretive Specialist II with the City of Roseville. (To perform technical and professional duties in support of assigned interpretive or educational facilities and programs.)

 

AND

Training:

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in biological sciences, cultural history, anthropology, interpretation, historical preservation or a related field.

 

License or Certificate:

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.

 

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1.    Your responses to questions 2-7, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula.  Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information.  This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience" section of this application.  Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored.  I understand and agree with the above instructions.

• Yes
• No

 

2.    Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones. 

 

3.    How many years of full-time experience do you have performing technical and professional duties in support of assigned interpretive or educational facilities and programs? 

• Less than 2 years
• 2-4 Years
• 4-6 Years
• 6+ Years

 

4.    Give an example of a project, program or event you created and implemented.  What was your role, what was the outcome, and what lessons did you learn?

 

5.    Describe your approach to evaluating the activities of others and recommending improvements or modifications.

 

6.    What is your leadership style? Provide examples of teams or projects you have lead.  How do you support and motivate a team?

 

7.    Please provide examples of interpretive or educational programs you have conducted for a variety of audiences.  List the program type, target audience, and theme of the program.

SELECTION PROCESS
All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination. The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List. Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

DEFINITION

Under limited direction creates solutions and workflows to maintain and enhance the Agency's Hybrid On-Premise/Online SharePoint platform and Microsoft 365 environment, consistent with the needs of the organization and evolving technological capabilities. Collaborates with other Information Services team members to organize and deliver customer-focused solutions to employees, members, and customers. Meets with other departments to develop or adapt custom sites, integrate workflow processes and assist with document library structuring. Responsible for developing and implementing custom workflows, automation, and integrations among enterprise systems. Develops dynamic, custom Agency web applications and workflows based on the Microsoft .NET framework, NCPA on-premises SharePoint platform, Office 365 and its associated business service apps environment, and Azure cloud solution.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position requires that the incumbent reports for work on time and maintains satisfactory attendance in accordance with Agency policy; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives to meetings and appointments on time; Performs special assignments as assigned.

Level I:

This classification is an entry-level position that is not expected to perform with the same level of independence of direction and judgment as higher levels.  Works closely with other senior-level analysts and is often given direction about how to complete tasks. Installs and troubleshoots hardware and software, performs system upgrades, evaluates and applies patches to systems. Works closely with customers and provides desk-side support through help desk requests. Communicates clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical staff. Creates and maintains documentation.

Level II:

This classification requires having a minimum of two years of experience including both SharePoint and software application development. Receives occasional direction and guidance from other senior-level analysts, otherwise uses developed experience and professional judgment to successfully complete projects in accordance with defined requirements and established timelines.  

Level III:

This classification requires having a minimum of four or more years of progressively responsible experience in the design and programming of computers. At least, one year which includes programming interactive programs, and one-year programming back-end relational database in the client-server environment. Experience shall include one year of systems analysis techniques. The position requires sufficient experience and independent, professional judgment to successfully complete projects in accordance with defined requirements and established timelines.

Responsibilities:

Design, brand and structure SharePoint and Office 365 implementations.

Work to define requirements and design the features of custom solutions operating within SharePoint and Office 365 environments.

Write and test SharePoint custom solutions in accordance with design documentation.

Responsible for SharePoint availability, reviewing user activity, error logs, site statistics and responding to problems.

Maintain SharePoint farms.

Maintain content management standards.

Assist and train authorized SharePoint Site Administrators to properly structure and organize content.

Responsible for designing, testing and implementing web applications and maintaining assigned sites.

Produce appropriate programming documentation with enough detail on which to base programming activities.

Maintain the necessary access permissions to provide user security to websites and pages

Provide SharePoint end-user support for both NCPA employees, members, and customers.

Occasionally operate a personal vehicle to travel to NCPA remote field sites to provide support to remote users.

Communicate with user departments in a cooperative and professional manner.

Be available outside normal working hours to provide emergency system support and, planned maintenance as necessary.

Ensures continued alignment of the M365 suite roadmap to NCPA business needs through collaboration, effective relationships, and a thorough understanding of NCPA work.

Builds strong relationships across all levels of the organization, within IT, and with key internal stakeholders.

Collaborates throughout IT ensuring execution of the overall roadmap.

Ensures that solution architectures align with privacy principles through close collaboration with NCPA security requirements.

Collaborate closely with teams who manage other portions of M365.

Manages Microsoft applications such as SharePoint, M365, and integrations.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Level I:

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Computer Engineering or related field from an accredited four-year college or university and at least six months of related programming experience and training.

Level II:

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Computer Engineering or related field from an accredited four-year college or university and at least two years of related programming experience and training.  A minimum of two years in design and programming experience including some experience programming interactive programs. Experience shall include exposure to systems analysis techniques.

Level III:

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or related field from an accredited institution.  A minimum of four or more years of progressively responsible experience in the design and programming of computers, including one-year programming interactive programs, and one-year programming back-end relational databases in a client-server environment. Experience shall also include one year of systems analysis techniques.

 

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge:

Knowledge of Office 365 Records Management is desired; Experience with Power Automate (Flow and Robotic Process Automation), Power BI, and Data Visualization desired, including administration; VB.Net and C# as core programming languages is essential; Knowledge of JavaScript, HTML5, and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) for developing web pages is highly desired; CSLA (Component-based Scalable Logical Architecture) is an advantage; Knowledge of using PowerShell is desired; Oracle PL/SQL, SQL-Server T-SQL or similar SQL experience and understanding of relational database principles; Computer equipment and capabilities, data communications and local area networking, and client-server software is essential; Knowledge of principles and programming techniques used to implement on-line interactive applications, technical report writing, systems analysis techniques, database management concepts, and management information system concepts; Knowledge of DevOps and related best practices.

Abilities:
Ability to write moderately complex programs and develop detailed program specifications; Ability to be proficient in administering and developing programs in SharePoint, Office 365, and Azure cloud technologies; Ability to demonstrate an understanding of MVC (Model-View-Controller); Ability to stay up to date with related SharePoint technologies through training, product research and participating in conferences and user groups; Ability work effectively with a broad, diverse cross-section of peers and various individual personalities; Listen effectively, communicate with, and maintain a professional working relationship with co-workers; Communicate clearly, efficiently and professionally both over the phone and in-person; Ability to maintain a polite and professional manner when working with others; Ability to maintain strong communication and organizational skills; Ability to complete quality and timely work with minimal supervision.  

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Valid California Driver's License and insurance.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and view and operate a computer, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Requires manual finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination to operate and adjust office equipment such as computers. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

 

 

 DEFINITION

The position is responsible for the settlement validation and allocation of costs and revenues derived from transactions of wholesale energy products (e.g., power, capacity, natural gas, transmission) necessary to support the Member Pool, NCPA's Scheduling Coordinator activities, Member participation in the California, Western, and Federal electricity markets, and NCPA Power Management’s Service Customers. Works primarily with Oracle relational database to perform ad hoc queries from large datasets that are summarized and extracted to spreadsheets in addition to other various computer applications used for data retrieval, analysis, data validation and reporting. Follow and develop detailed processes and procedures. Ensure correction of any variances and the accurate resettlement of energy charges while maintaining detailed records and meeting performance metrics. Incumbents initially perform a limited number of specific tasks with instruction or close supervision until experience is gained in the technical aspects of the work. As experience is gained, greater independence of action is exercised and less detailed supervision is received.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position requires that the incumbent reports for work on time and maintains satisfactory attendance in accordance with Agency policy; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives to meetings and appointments on time; Performs special assignments as assigned.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities:

Run reports to identify and perform analytical research to determine the cause of settlement variances for the NCPA Pool, California Independent System Operator (“CAISO”), Western Area Power Administration, NCPA Energy Service Providers (“ESP”), and others.

Resolve variances within the guidelines provided by the Power Settlements Supervisor (e.g., informal troubleshooting with balancing authority or other counterparty staff, submission of formal disputes, internal inquiries to front office or information services staff).

Learn and apply continued knowledge growth to work duties, where applicable, with respect to evolving wholesale power industry policies, tariffs, business rules, and procedures.

Validate load and generator meter data received from CAISO or meter management provider with independent data sources. Validate recorder IDs derived from meters and schedules and then reported to the balancing authority.

Validate monthly natural gas and pipeline capacity and transportation bills and invoices associated with thermal generating facilities.

Perform time-sensitive monthly third-party check-out process with counter-parties and validate broker account invoices. Verify transactions in accordance with Risk Management Committee policy and procedures.

Acquire relevant power generation and purchase/sales transaction data for processing participants’ monthly Pool allocation portion of the All Resources Power Bill. Task includes preparation of monthly All Resources Bill for forwarding month estimates and prior period true-up adjustments and allocations. Perform annual rerun of the Pool settlements for the participant’s annual budget.

Validate daily and reconcile monthly ISO settlement statements and invoices for multiple Schedule Coordinator IDs within defined timelines.

Meet or exceed settlement dispute targets. Allocate daily and monthly ISO charges and credits to NCPA ESP clients and Pool Members.

Track GHG (Greenhouse Gas) obligations for thermal resources and energy imported into California.

Assist with testing and implementation of new market initiatives and/or customers/Scheduling Coordination accounts (e.g., ISO, Western, Energy Imbalance Market (“EIM”), Community Choice Energy/Aggregators (“CCE”).

Track and validate Renewable Energy Credits. Serve as NCPA’s Qualified Reporting Entity representative to Western Renewable Energy Generation Information System (“WREGIS”) or its successor.

Provide regular feedback to Power Management and Generation Services regarding settlement outcomes.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from a four-year college or university with an emphasis on quantitative analysis. Four (4) years of prior experience as a Power Settlements Analyst is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge:

Knowledge of Internet software; spreadsheet software, word processing software, and e-mail skills using Windows/Microsoft-based applications; Knowledge and experience in Microsoft Power BI; Knowledge of California Independent System Operator (CAISO); database software systems; and Knowledge of effective communication skills.

Abilities:

Ability to retrieve detailed records and summary-level data from NCPA’s Oracle database systems through the use of Structured Query Language (“SQL”) statements in proprietary software (e.g., SAS, Toad, SQL Developer, Oracle Database Connection (“ODBC”)) and process through proprietary or in-house software applications (e.g., SAS, Visual Basic for Applications (“VBA”), spreadsheets); Ability to read, analyze, and interpret CAISO tariff, NCPA operating agreements and contracts, standard industry purchase power agreements, technical procedures, and governmental regulations; Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public; and the Ability to analyze and interpret settlement formulas expressed in summation notation.

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Valid California Driver's License and insurance.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.v

DEFINITION

Under limited direction performs a variety of duties associated with the NCPA Contract Administration, Interconnection Services and External Affairs Department in support of our NCPA affiliated members’ various city utility departments and other service-based clients. This position will develop and maintain Agency contracts and agreements, and coordinate development of reporting tools and reports needed to support members and fee for service clients on the Office 365 platform, including the use of Microsoft Power BI to display dynamic data within the intra and extranet systems. Performs analyses related to power pooling, load forecasting, power purchase and sale strategies, contract negotiations, litigation, risk management, policy development, regulatory reporting and interactions between NCPA members and customers, Utility Distribution Companies, Western Area Power Administration and the California Independent System Operator. The level of supervision will be dependent upon the incumbent’s classification level (I-III).

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position requires that the incumbent reports for work on time and maintains satisfactory attendance in accordance with Agency policy; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives to meetings and appointments on time; Performs special assignments as assigned.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain Agency contracts and agreements to ensure such contracts are consistent with current business practices.  Work with other subject matter specialists, including outside counsel as needed.

Coordinate development of reporting tools and reports needed to support members and other service clients on the Office 365 platform, including the use of Microsoft Power BI to display dynamic data within the intra and extranet systems.

Manage the Power Management division’s document migration to the SharePoint environment, including coordinating and updating library and list structures as needed to support divisional needs.

Performs analyses related to power pooling, load forecasting, power purchase and sale strategies, contract negotiations, litigation, risk management, policy development, regulatory reporting and interactions between NCPA members and customers, Utility Distribution Companies, and the California Independent System Operator. Compile and submit regulatory and compliance filings to applicable authorities on behalf of NCPA and the NCPA members.

Assesses impacts of proposed changes to the CAISO tariff, Business Practice Manuals and Operating Procedures on NCPA/member operations, and regularly briefs staff and members on issues of importance; Develops recommendations to address identified impacts and secures approval for recommendations internally and externally; Influences CAISO process outcomes through active, knowledgeable and informed participation in assigned stakeholder processes; Demonstrates a thorough understanding of NCPA scheduling, dispatching and settlement processes, as well as how those processes are or could be affected by proposed changes to CAISO market and operational rules; Presents technical issues before NCPA management, membership, and before regulatory agencies.

Develops and presents reports to pool members on actions taken or needing to be taken under the Western Assignment and Administration Agreement; Maintains and updates Western base resource, CVPIA and O&M budget and forecasting model; Works with Western customers, Western and Bureau of Reclamation staff to consistently improve CVP forecasting and to enhance the value of the CVP project to members.

Develops and maintains an index and description of agreements and contract obligations, and identify applicable compliance and filing requirements to ensure the agency remains compliant with contract obligations and deadlines.

Works collaboratively with key staff representing any NCPA business unit to develop, and finalize contracts through negotiations, competitive bid processes and award, with a focus on renewable energy projects and power sales agreements. Ensures contract development, review and approval are done in accordance with agency procedures and processes.

Serve as an Agency subject matter expert, and support the responsible lead and primary point of contact for the following Agency agreements:

• NCPA Pooling Agreement
• NCPA Metered Subsystem Aggregator Agreement
• Schedule Coordination Program Agreement
• PG&E Interconnection Agreement
• Western Agreements
• NCPA Amended and Restated Agreement Regarding the Use and Non-Disclosure of Confidential Information and License to Use Intellectual Property
• Customer service agreements
• Power Purchase Agreements
• Others agreements as assigned

Serve as an Agency subject matter expert and support the responsible lead and primary point of contact for issues associated with the following Agency agreements:

• Facilities Agreement
• Project third phase agreements
• Member related agreements (Single-member service agreements, operating agreements and professional service agreements)
• Energy Procurement Agreements (WSPP, EEI, NAESB)
• Western Agreements
• TANC Agreements
• LEC Purchase Sale Agreement and Project Maintenance and Operations Agreement

Investigate and analyze issues that arise in contract and billing disputes with various entities.  Prepare and provide analysis or recommendations as required.

Develop, coordinate and present reports and recommendations to management staff, the NCPA commission and established committees of the commission.

Coordinate with other business units and member staff to manage and maintain Agency generating unit data, intertie scheduling data, participant data and other data that is utilized within the Agency scheduling and settlement systems. Such data is generally reflected and/or stored in the CAISO Master File and/or the NCPA Member and Resources System (MARS) database.

Serves as the primary point of contact for CAISO new resource integration processes, procedures and issues. Provides front office support to Information Services Business Analyst/Project Manager for integration of new resources into NCPA.

Serves as CAISO User Authorization and Access Administrator to manage CAISO application access and NCPA Data Portal Administrator to manage NCPA application access including the NCPA Data Portal and NCPA Connect. 

Provide other business units with feedback to better coordinate efforts of interdepartmental tasks (i.e. central database development, etc.).

Compile and submit regulatory and compliance filings to the applicable regulatory authorities to ensure Agency compliance with contract, tariff and other reporting obligations (e.g. Resource Adequacy and Renewable Portfolio Standards compliance).

Coordinate and manage Pooling activities, including monthly Pool meetings, through the development of meeting agendas, presentations, meeting notes and other activities to support communication and collaboration between NCPA staff and member staff.

Coordinate and manage certain service client activities, including periodic meetings, through the development of meeting agendas, presentations, meeting notes and other activities to support communication and collaboration between NCPA staff and fee for service client staff.

Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis related to power pooling, load forecasting, power purchase and sale strategies, contract negotiations, litigation, risk management, policy development, and interactions between NCPA members, fee for service clients, Utility Distribution Companies and the California Independent System Operator.

Satisfy various data requests for NCPA staff, management, fee for services clients, and members in a timely manner.

Coordinate efforts and collaborate with staff to meet requirements set forth under existing and new agreements with the California Independent System Operator.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Level I:

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Economics, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university; and a minimum of six (6) months of related experience (energy field preferred).

Level II:

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Economics, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university; and a minimum of two (2) years of related experience in identifying and analyzing energy products and ancillary services, energy pricing assessments, cost allocation models and practices, data analysis and conducting utility business within an increasingly restructured environment.

Level III:

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university; and a minimum of four (4) years of related experience. Prior experience must be with electric utility industry regulatory filings, contracts, and regulatory agencies such as CAISO.

 

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of Database software; Design software; Development software; Internet software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software; Knowledge of SAS (Statistical Analysis Software) to query Oracle databases and to present the results of those queries in informational reports; Microsoft Power Business Intelligence (Power BI) to query oracle databases and to present the results of those queries in informational reports; MS Office products for spreadsheets (Excel), word processing (Word), Email (outlook), drawing (Visio) and Presentations (PowerPoint); Knowledge of CAISO standards, energy procurement agreements; Knowledge of power purchase agreement structures, energy trading and trade capture systems, regulatory requirements and opportunities; Knowledge of general data manipulation and statistic principles.

 

 

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public; Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral or diagram form; Ability to develop queries and reports; Ability to use deductive reasoning and analytical judgement to develop solutions and conclusions.

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Valid California Driver's License and insurance. Periodic travel may be required.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.