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The Department of Public Works at the County of San Mateo is seeking qualified candidates to fill the role of Wastewater Collection Worker I. This crucial position involves a range of semi-skilled and manual tasks critical for the operation and maintenance of our sanitary sewer and storm drain systems. Incumbents will be responsible for the hands-on management of infrastructure that protects community health and the environment, employing various light construction and specialized wastewater collection equipment.

There is currently one Wastewater Collection Worker I vacancy in the Department of Public Works.

The department aims to reinforce its team with individuals who exemplify commitment to public service and possess a blend of technical skills and safety consciousness. The role is designed for those starting in the wastewater collection field, offering structured on-the-job training while encouraging progression towards more autonomous duties. The selected candidates will play a vital role in maintaining the integrity and efficiency of the county's wastewater infrastructure ensuring safe and effective wastewater collection and contributing significantly to our community's well-being.

The ideal candidate for this physically demanding position will be:

• Certified for confined space entry.
• Able to prepare clear and comprehensive reports.
• Able to perform basic arithmetic computations.
• Able to work independently but also contribute to a team environment.
• Able to provide excellent customer service.
• Knowledgeable of and able to utilize appropriate safety practices.
   

Examples Of Duties

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

• Perform field inspections of sanitary sewer lines.
• Read and interpret sanitary sewer system and drainage system maps.
• Calculate volume, weights, and measures.
• Work with basic arithmetic computations.
• Read and interpret engineering and construction plans and specifications.
• Perform closed-circuit television inspections of sanitary sewer lines.
• Rod (using hand-rodding equipment) and flush sanitary sewer lines as part of the preventative maintenance activities or to remove obstructions.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of work performed and system changes or modifications as determined.
• Operate pumps to remove sewage from damaged or clogged lines, in response to sanitary sewer overflows, or when by-pass pumping is required.
• Cut and refinish streets, sidewalks, and driveways, lay cement and asphalt.
• Repair and reconstruct damaged sections of sanitary sewer lines.
• Be certified for confined space entry to inspect, repair, raise, adjust, and construct manholes.
• Make minor repairs to pumps and other equipment.
• Drive, operate, and monitor wastewater collection system and road maintenance equipment, including but not limited to ½ and 1-ton trucks, haul behind compressors, and walk-behind rollers.
• Report maintenance issues of wastewater collection system and road maintenance and construction equipment.
• Respond effectively and appropriately to sanitary sewer overflows and backups.
• Monitor tools and equipment to ensure they are maintained in good working order and inform supervisor when maintenance or replacement is required.
• Operate light equipment used in trenching and pipe repair and replacement work including small tractors, light trucks, pumps, generators, compressors, forks, shoring equipment, and other tools.
• Read domestic, commercial, and industrial water meters; compute water consumption since the previous reading.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive reports such as leaks in sewer mains, laterals, and manholes; courteously and effectively communicate to customers of lateral problems that require attention or repair.
• Receive, record, and respond to complaints and answer questions regarding complaints.
• Practice safety relating to public works projects.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
   

This position requires participating in an "on-call" rotation once sufficiently trained and to be available to assist in emergencies outside of normal working hours.

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification:

• Possession of a Class C California driver license or equivalent AND
• The ability to obtain, within 18 months from the date of hire:
• Class B California driver license with both air brake and tank endorsements, AND
• Grade I Collection System Maintenance Certification through California Water Environment Association's (CWEA) Technical Certification Program.
   

Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.

Knowledge of:

• Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the operation and maintenance of sanitary sewer and storm drain systems.
• Operating, monitoring, and reporting maintenance issues of wastewater collection system, road maintenance, and construction equipment.
• The proper use of hand tools including shovels, rakes, hoes, sewer maintenance tools, etc.
• The proper use of power tools and light equipment including power saws, drills, air powered tools, portable and stationary pumps, generators, compressors, vibratory rollers, motorized tampers, etc.
• Methods and materials used in sanitary sewer systems maintenance and repair.
• Basic arithmetic.
• Volume, weights, and measures.
• Safety practices relating to public works projects.
• County and CAL OSHA safety rules, procedures, and equipment.
   

Skill/Ability to:

• Operate a variety of light construction equipment and wastewater collection system maintenance equipment, which may include a combination truck (Vactor), flusher truck, rodder truck, dump truck, closed circuit television vehicle and equipment, and pumps.
• Perform heavy manual labor, which requires strength, agility, and endurance.
• Operate a wide variety of hand and power tools and equipment.
• Learn new technologies, work methods, equipment, etc.
• Work courteously and effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Remain calm and react effectively and appropriately in an emergency.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Bend, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Be certified for confined space entry.
• Lift and carry heavy equipment and supplies used in the course of the work, such as jackhammers, pumps, piping, and paving materials.
• Follow safety procedures, including traffic regulations to minimize injuries and accidents.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive reports.
• Work with basic arithmetic computations.
• Take initiative to improve methods for performing preventative maintenance activities.
• Analyze existing sewer systems to identify problem lines and offer suggestions for improved maintenance activities and efforts.

Tentative Recruitment Schedule
Application Deadline: June 24, 2024
Performance Exams: July 16-17, 2024
Panel Interviews: Week of July 22, 2024

The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the City:

Final filing deadline: Before 5:00pm, Wednesday, July 3, 2024 (Supplemental Questionnaire Required)

First Interview Date: Week of July 15, 2024

Appointment to this position is contingent upon:

*Reference check

*Employment and education verification

*Driving record review

*Pre-employment medical exam and drug testing

*Department of Justice fingerprinting criminal history records check

Resume will not be accepted in lieu of application. Application, including all work history, must be fully completed if a resume is attached. Incomplete and/or inaccurate applications may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. 

Salary Range: $10,240.79 - $12,447.74 per month (effective July 1, 2024)

About the Position

Under general direction from the Public Works Superintendent, this position is responsible for leading and directing the work of Senior Maintenance Workers and Maintenance Worker crews. This classification may also direct the more complex and difficult tasks in the maintenance and repair of the City’s streets, storm drains, wastewater collection facilities, facilities, parks, and open space.

Directly and indirectly supervises the work of Senior Maintenance Workers, Maintenance Workers and maintenance contractors. Receives direct supervision from the Public Works Superintendent. May serve as acting Public Works Superintendent in his/her absence. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Public Works Superintendent in that the latter has overall administrative responsibility for the Public Works maintenance operations.

Essential Duties

• Directly and indirectly supervises the work of the Senior Maintenance Workers and Maintenance Workers, including the determination of work procedures and materials and methods.
• Assists workers with special projects and in solving work problems, enforcing City regulations and policies, and requiring the performance of assigned tasks at  a productive and efficient work pace.
• Ensures that the work schedules, developed in association with the Public Works Superintendent, are effectively implemented and adhered to. Monitors the quality and quantity of the work of employees by reviewing progress to determine if maintenance schedules are being met. Identifies problems in the quantity and quality of work and takes prompt and effective corrective action, if appropriate.
• Monitors the attendance of maintenance staff and ensures no scheduling conflicts exist prior to recommending approval of time off requests.
• Establishes emergency maintenance on-call schedule, and posts and distributes emergency telephone numbers.
• Assists the Public Works Superintendent in evaluating performance of subordinate staff. Reviews evaluations with the Public Works Superintendent for his/her approval.
• Implements safety programs for equipment use and ensures proper safety training. Trains  all personnel on the safe, effective operation of equipment. When new equipment is introduced, trains maintenance staff on the safe, effective operations of the equipment prior to authorizing use of the equipment. Conducts tailgate safety classes. Organizes and conducts department’s safety training program and serves as an active participant of the  City Safety Committee.  Writes codes of safe work practices.
• Administers the work furlough program, assigns projects, and completes all related documentation and reports.
• Identifies, and recommends to Public Works Superintendent, better methods for meeting service demands through streamlining and improving work methods, and tests possible improvements.
• Develops responsibility and teamwork among maintenance staff by ensuring that each person understands his/her work responsibilities. Encourages communication and feedback with and among employees.
• Motivates employees by providing recognition and a sense of achievement  when a job is well done. Helps staff learn new skills to enhance their career growth and address areas which require improvement.
• Maintains thorough knowledge of department emergency procedures. Assists in the operation of the City’s Emergency Operations Center.
• Purchases necessary supplies and equipment for the Public Works Division. Maintains accurate records of purchases.
• May supervise department staff in the absence of the Public Works Superintendent.
• Performs frequent and thorough field inspections. Writes reports on findings and submits them to the Public Works Superintendent.
• Responds promptly and effectively to citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Provides direct supervision and guidance to maintenance contractors.
• Assists in the preparation of the work programs and budget requests.
• Assists crews with solving problems encountered during performance of their job duties in the field.
• Oversee and monitor division's emergency preparedness program and inform staff of responsibilities in event of emergency.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

For more information and to apply, please visit:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Cupertino

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The County of San Mateo is currently seeking highly qualified applicants for the position of

Principal Civil Engineer

Kindly refer to the online brochure for a comprehensive description of this position and follow the instructions on how to apply by copying and pasting the following link to your browser: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGGE7Y_V4U/NTOscD26wJASatRCzMNEfQ/view?utm_content=DAGGE7Y_V4U&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor

The Position

The Department of Public Works seeks well-qualified candidates for the position of Principal Civil Engineer. This is an amazing opportunity to join a hard-working team of results-driven professionals.

The Principal Civil Engineer plans, organizes, and directs the staff and operations of a major functional section within the Public Works Department, including engineering design, construction management, surveying, and mapping. In addition, the Principal Civil Engineer supervises professional and technical staff related to these functions and performs a variety of professional engineering tasks relative to the assigned area of responsibility. The current vacancy is in the Design and Construction Management Section.

This position is a full managerial position in the Engineer series, with the following responsibilities:

• Supervise, coach, mentor, and manage performance of professional and technical staff.
• Work cooperatively with the other Divisions and Sections in the Department, including providing timely budget or cost information, as well as, working with other County Departments.
• Make recommendations to the Deputy Director on staffing-levels needed based on anticipated design projects, construction inspection, and administration needs.
• Make recommendations to the Deputy Director on staffing levels, positions, and responsibilities for the Department’s mapping tasks, map filing needs, and efficient storage of information.
• Understand, manage, and budget the funding sources that finance the different activities in the Design and Construction Management Section, including the costs associated with general drafting, counter assistance, and cost of reviewing record maps.
• Oversee and manage the budget and performance measurement requirements and reporting for the Design and Construction Management Section.
• Oversee and manage the design of infrastructure projects ensuring they meet quality standards and project goals.
• Act as the Resident Engineer on construction projects ensuring they are completed safely, on-time and on-budget and per the contract documents.
• Review competed projects with the applicable Divisions or Departments to improve on future projects.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is forward-thinking and has a good balance of technical expertise and leadership abilities, with the following attributes:

• Well-versed in design, construction, and/or operation of roadways and appurtenances, flood control facilities, and/or utilities.
• Able to foster an environment of teamwork, and motivate, mentor, and engage employees.
• Service-oriented and committed to high quality work products and organizational excellence.
• Collaborative and able to assist management in achieving budget and performance initiatives.
• Willing to take reasonable risks, not threatened by change, and promotes and welcomes new, creative ideas.
• Ability to manage several projects and staff to ensure that deadlines and deliverables are met.
• Ability to convey technical information to the public in written or oral format that is easily understandable.
• Thinks clearly under pressure, maintains a positive attitude, and shares a sense of humor.
• Effective in intergovernmental settings and has a realistic knowledge of permit processes and requirements with Federal and State agencies.

Minimum Qualifications

Licensure/Certification: Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the state of California.

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.

• A typical way to qualify is three years of responsible supervisory engineer experience including difficult and complex field and office work in planning, design, construction, and maintenance of a variety of civil engineering projects.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of civil engineering and municipal public works planning, design, construction, and administration.
• Methods and materials used in the design, construction, and inspection of varied civil engineering projects.
• Principles and practices of public administration, organization, and management.
• Principles, practices, and procedures of budget preparation, budget administration, and budget control.
• Principles and practices of contract preparations, negotiations, and administration.
• Practices and procedures as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs.
• Pertinent local, state, and federal laws, rules, regulations, and enforcement procedures.
• Principles and procedures of personnel management such as supervision, selection, training, discipline, and performance evaluation.
• Principles and procedures of safety management as it relates to public works projects.

Skill/Ability to:

• Acquire subject matter expertise in the functions and activities of a major section of a large diversified public works department, including but not limited to, laws, rules, regulations, procedures, and technical operations.
• Plan, organize, direct, coordinate, and review the activities of multiple disciplinary professional and technical staff.
• Evaluate complex design and consulting work, coordinate and prioritize work, and delegate authority and responsibility.
• Develop, control, and administer division budget and expenditures.
• Interpret, develop, and implement division, Department, and County policies, procedures, specifications, rules, and regulations.
• Analyze situations and problems accurately, identify alternative solutions, and take appropriate actions under general policy guidelines.
• Research, analyze, and make recommendations on administrative and management practices and procedures.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Prepare comprehensive administrative, statistical, fiscal, and technical reports and correspondence.
• Represent Public Works to other departments, agencies, and before public bodies.
• Facilitate conflict/dispute resolutions among individuals from different disciplines; and gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.
• Select, supervise, train, and evaluate supervisory, professional, and technical staff.
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with others contacted in course of performing assigned responsibilities.

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting career opportunity, please visit https://jobs.smcgov.org

~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~

Final Filing Date: June 21, 2024

Application Screening: Week of June 24, 2024

Civil Service Panel Interviews: Week of July 8, 2024

The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications for the position of Neighborhood Preservation Officer.  This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week. This position will be required to work Saturdays and Sundays as part of their 5 working days per week.

Apply online at www.LivermoreCA.gov/jobs by 5 p.m. on Friday, June 14, 2024.

Under general supervision of the Inspection and Neighborhood Preservation Manager, the Neighborhood Preservation Officer seeks public compliance with Municipal Code sections, ordinances, and resolutions in such areas as planning, zoning, signs, community nuisance, business license, and related areas; and performs other duties as assigned. The incumbent will have a broad range of knowledge and independence within general parameters in the application of field investigations, evidence collection and violation resolution in the enforcement of municipal regulatory processes.

Examples of Duties Include:

• Investigates reported violations of municipal codes, ordinances, and resolutions
• Seeks abatement of violations through education and voluntary compliance or through direct enforcement activities including the issuance of infraction citations
• Educates the public regarding requirements
• Conducts field inspections to verify violations; and gathers supporting evidence
• Prepares reports regarding violations
• Prepares and gives presentations for Administrative Hearings, Planning Commission, City Council or courts of law
• Utilizes personal computers to perform word processing, spreadsheet, and specialized functions

The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Weighmaster in the Zero Waste Division of the Public Works Department! Working in the scale house at the solid waste transfer station, the Weighmaster is responsible for assessing incoming loads and providing direction to customers.

In this role, you will weigh vehicles entering and leaving the transfer station; estimate volumes of small loads and assess contents; collect established fees for dumping; provide information and direct customers; and use personal computers for data collection, computation, reconciliation, record keeping and reporting. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is: 
Equivalent to completion of high school and either three (3) years of solid waste collection and disposal experience, or three (3) years of general office or accounting support work experience. Prior experience in refuse collection and/or experience in handling of hazardous materials is desirable.

Other requirements include:
Must be bondable and able to work early morning, evening, holiday and weekend shifts in a dusty, windy environment without restrictions. Within a six (6) month probationary period must successfully complete four (4) weeks of full-time equivalent on-the-job training to prepare the employee to assume the full range of Weighmaster duties, as certified by senior supervisory staff.

Successful completion of classes in Customer Service Dispute/Conflict Resolution is desirable.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications must be received by 5:00 PM Pacific on June 24, 2024, and must include a completed application. Please note that resumes are not a substitute for a completed application.  

Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format. 

The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Assistant Planner! In this role, you will have the opportunity to assist higher-level planners in Land Use or Transportation by collecting data, performing research, and preparing reports.

In the Land Use Division of the Planning Department, incumbents are responsible for: Tracking permit activity; Researching zoning history, land use policies, development trends, and precedents; Supporting commission meetings; Preparing written reports and presenting to commissions, committees, community members, and other boards; Assisting in preparing amendments to the General Plan, Municipal Code, and/or other policy and procedure documents. Applicants will be expected to use a variety of software to maintain and update electronic forms, databases, and records, as well as creating maps and graphics in GIS and Adobe Creative Suite.

In the Transportation Division of the Public Works Department, incumbents are responsible for: Assisting with research, planning, conceptual design, and delivery of transportation and parking projects; drafting public notification materials, assisting with organizing and/or attending outreach events, and conducting in-person outreach; producing maps and graphics for transportation projects and parking operations; assisting with the City's coordination and monitoring of privately-operated shared mobility programs, including bicycle sharing and scooter sharing; assisting with preparation of transportation plans and policy documents, including the Pedestrian Master Plan Update, transportation impact analysis guidelines, and Complete Streets Policy implementation guidelines; and supporting the ongoing operation of the City's demand-based parking pricing program (goBerkeley), including conducting periodic data collection, analyzing data in Excel and GIS, and assisting with preparation of parking policy documents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this classification is:
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college with major coursework in city, regional, or urban planning, or a closely related field. Progressively responsible related experience may be substituted for the college coursework on a year-for-year basis.

A valid California driver's license is desirable. Must be able to attend evening meetings as required.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications must be received by 5:00 PM Pacific on June 17, 2024 and must include a completed application and answers to the supplemental questions. Please note that resumes are not a substitute for a completed application. 

Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format.

The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top 10 cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect, and Celebration. The City's Airport Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees.

Prior to the impact of COVID, the San José Mineta International Airport ( SJC) served more than 15 million passengers annually with 450 peak daily departures and arrivals on 13 international and domestic carriers to 50+ nonstop destinations. SJC has been one of America's fastest-growing major airports over the past four-year period, based on percentage increase in passenger seat capacity. We are looking for team members who can work toward our Mission Statement to "Connect, Serve and Inspire" and our Vision Statement to "Transform how Silicon Valley Travels". For more information about SJC, visit http://www.flysanjose.com .

The City of San José - San José Mineta International Airport is currently recruiting for Senior Airport Operations Specialist for the Airport Operations Division. This position performs work under the immediate supervision of an Airport Operations Supervisor and the Manager-on-Duty to support the variety of airport operations duties related to compliance, enforcement and customer service essential to the 24-hour operation of a medium-hub international airport. These activities support the four sections of Airport Operations (Airside, Terminal Management / Customer Service, Landside, and Security). This position will rotate responsibilities between the various sections referenced above to gain a comprehensive knowledge base and insight of the functionality of the Airport.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose's website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers .

Salary Range for Senior Airport Operations Specialist I is: $78,536.64 - $95,506.32

Salary Range for Senior Airport Operations Specialist II is: $80,895.36 - $98,542.08

Salary Range for Senior Airport Operations Specialist III is: $89,150.88 - $108,588.48

Typical duties and responsibilities include the following:

Airside Operations:

• Respond to emergencies, distressed or disabled aircraft, hazardous materials spills, wildlife or other airfield accidents or incidents

• May perform airfield inspections and other operations duties in support of airside.

• Coordinates cleanup efforts, prepares detailed informational and operational reports related to safety/security incidents, injuries and accidents.

• Use vehicle to patrol the airfield to inspect and observe aircraft, tenants, perimeter fences, gates to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and act to correct deficiencies.

Terminal Management / Customer Service:

• Coordinate common use resources (gates, remote parking, ticket counters, bag belts) to maintain safe, efficient day to day operations.

• Assist in documenting and resolving disruptions to operations such as bag jams, passenger queue control and irregular airline operations.

• Regular inspections of the terminal facility to ensure a clean, reputable terminal facility is available to the traveling public.

• Conducting customer service surveys to drive improvements for the overall passenger experience.

Landside Services:

• Uses data entry and personal interaction to process permits, reports, and work orders to ensure regulatory compliance and exceptional customer service.

• Observes, records, and enforces activities conducted on the Landside (terminal curbs, roadways, traffic control, public & employee parking facilities, and Ground Transportation areas).

• Responds to emergencies, vehicle accidents, or other Landside incidents to maintain a safe and efficient operation. Includes on-site inspection of the area, and performing or coordinating activities as required.

Security Compliance:

• Perform surveillance, inspection and investigations for enforcement of the Airport Security Program, investigates security breaches and violations.

• Use of a vehicle to patrol the airport to inspect tenants, perimeter fences, employees, and contractors to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and take action to correct deficiencies.

• Enforces proper procedures for Airport's Access Control System to prevent unauthorized and/or unescorted access to the Air Operations Area (AOA)

Airport Operations Center:

• Monitors the Airport's CCTV, Access Control, Fire Monitoring System, Building Management and Baggage Handling Systems. Coordinates appropriate responses.

• Monitors and utilizes all Airport and public safety radio frequencies.

• Performs passenger paging and other customer service functions throughout the facilities.

• Coordinates internal Airport/Tenant communications via radio, telephone etc.

In addition, the Senior Airport Operations Specialist will be required to multi-task and utilize various computer programs within each section of Airport Operations including Access Control System, Resource and Gate Management systems, Internet Protocol Television (IPTV). The Senior Airport Operations Specialists will also be expected to manage multiple phone lines and radio channels to coordinate airport activities within the AOC and perform a variety of general clerical duties such as: filing, preparation of records, forms, and other pertinent documents.

Other duties the Senior Airport Operations Specialist may be assigned include but are not limited to; compiles data, prepares reports, completes necessary and required forms and oversees recordkeeping to provide top-notch customer service to business stakeholders and the traveling public. Successful candidates must demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information. As well as poses the ability to enforce and correct deficiencies regarding compliance with rules and regulations under the following agencies: California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), City of San Jose, and the San José Mineta International Airport.

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.

The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Associate Planner! In this role, you will have the opportunity to perform professional planning work in the Land Use Division of the Planning Department or the Transportation Division of the Public Works Department.

In the Land Use Division, the Associate Planner performs a variety of professional activities in support of the City's planning services. This Division administers zoning regulations, reviews development projects and assists the community in its efforts to plan for the City's physical, cultural, environmental, and socio-economic future. If current planning activities are assigned, work will include data collection, provision of information to the public at the zoning counter, processing development applications, and environmental review. If policy planning activities are assigned, work will include ordinance and plan revisions, data collection and analysis, and other land use studies.

In the Transportation Division, the Associate Planner works on a variety of projects, programs, and initiatives, such as developing, implementing, and updating the City's transportation plans; analyzing transportation and traffic safety data to identify and prioritize projects and policies that will improve public safety; developing Complete Streets projects and supporting the implementation of transportation capital improvement projects; and coordinating with transit providers, primarily AC Transit, on transit projects affecting Berkeley, including service planning and bus stop improvements. Additional duties may include leading grant applications and assisting with grant compliance, procurement of consultants, and consultant and contract management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this classification is:

Equivalent to graduation from a four year college with major coursework in city, regional, or urban planning or a closely related field and two (2) years of professional planning experience. Progressively responsible related experience may be substituted for the college coursework on a year-for-year basis.

A valid California driver's license is desirable. Must be able to attend evening meetings as required.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications must be received by 5:00 PM Pacific on June 17, 2024 and must include a completed application and answers to the supplemental questions. Please note that resumes are not a substitute for a completed application. 

Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format.