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Join VTA as a Transportation Engineering Manager and lead the successful delivery of critical capital improvement projects across highway, rail, transit, and facilities programs!

The Engineering & Program Delivery Division:

This division is responsible for the design and construction of all capital projects and infrastructure required to provide a safe, reliable and efficient transportation system for Santa Clara County. These responsibilities include program and project management, design development, engineering management, project controls, construction management and turnover of various projects that are part of VTA's rail, facilities and highway transportation improvement programs.

This division is also responsible for the implementation of the projects identified in the 2000 Measure A Program, which includes the planning, design, and construction of the Eastridge to BART Regional Connector, that connects light rail system to  regional transit systems.

What you will be doing:
Definition

Under general direction, the Transportation Engineering Manager manages staff engaged in a variety of activities, such as the planning and design of transportation systems and facilities, administering large capital budgets, including supervising consultant services; and performs managerial and administrative duties.
 

Distinguishing Characteristics

A position in this classification has direct responsibility for project management and development of VTA projects. This position supervises VTA and consultant staff including mentoring and advising staff, administers large project budgets, and is responsible for projects that range widely in level of complexity, involving management of VTA staff and multiple professional planning, engineering and/or architectural agreements.

Essential Job Functions:

Typical Tasks

• Plans, organizes, and directs the work of professional and technical employees involved with the planning, design, construction, and support of activation of transportation systems including guideways, roadways, systems elements, and other transit facilities;
• Mentors and advises subordinate engineers in the area of career development, rotating section assignments, monitoring training, and related professional growth opportunities;
• Supervises the preparation of resolutions, agreements, and other legal documents and the coordination of legal assistance;
• Confers with staff to establish procedures and design standards and assures that the quality of work performed and professional standards are maintained; and reports to management regarding problems or any necessary process improvements;
• Provides final review of plans, specifications, reports, and other documents prepared by subordinates or outside parties;
• Prepares, reviews, and approves detailed correspondence, reports, and agreements;Confers with VTA management and others in matters pertaining the Division's business plan and other issues;
• Confers with VTA management and others in matters pertaining to the Division's business plan and other issues;
• Administers contracts and approves VTA payments for projects capital costs to consultants;
• Assists in the preparation of divisional budgets;
• Represents VTA before the Board of Directors, California Public Utilities Commission, city councils and other State, Federal, local and regional agencies, boards, and commissions, and before local citizens in public meetings and hearings;
• Coordinates technical information exchanges with officials of other governmental jurisdictions, other transportation facility specialists, and the public;
• Represents VTA in planning, design, construction, and operations related legal and financial issues, contractual matters, and related issues;
• Manages and/or coordinates with various committees and working groups;
• Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Employment Standards

Development of the required skills, knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through training and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in engineering and six (6) years of increasingly responsible experience in engineering with experience with transportation systems or projects, including at least one year of experience at the Senior Transportation Engineer or comparable level for a transportation agency, public works department, public agency or similar organization.
 

Registration as a professional engineer or professional architect in the State of California is required at the time of appointment.

Supplemental Information:

Knowledge of:

• The methods, materials, and equipment used in the design, construction, and operation of transportation systems and facilities, and other public works projects;
• Transportation planning principles and the design and operation of transportation systems;
• Principles and practices of engineering (within specialty engineering area);
• Principles and practices of organization, administration, and budget management;
• Principles of supervision, training, employee development and motivation and effective discipline;
• Principles and practices of project management, contract administration, contract negotiations, and engineering/architectural design management;
• Construction claim avoidance and claim resolution techniques;
• Laws, ordinances and standards for public works or transit facilities construction;
• Local, regional, State and Federal funding programs and processes;
• Quality control/quality assurance practices in the design and construction industry.

Ability to:

• Plan, direct, select, supervise, train, motivate, and evaluate the work of professional and technical personnel, including counseling and disciplining staff, meeting with union representatives, and other management activities;
• Evaluate and monitor consultant performance;
• Make accurate engineering computations;
• Establish and maintain effective organizational structures;
• Direct an integrated team of VTA employees and consultants in the development of transit design projects, and oversee project quality;
• Negotiate contractual agreements with other agencies, utilities, consultants and contractors;
• Prepare and manage budgets and schedules;
• Interpret and enforce laws and ordinances;
• Effectively represent VTA before the Board of Directors, city councils and other Federal, State, local and regional agencies, boards, and commissions, and before local citizens in public meetings and hearings;
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing in the preparation of correspondence and reports;
• Take initiative, define problem areas and evaluate, recommend and implement alternative solutions to complex issues and problems, including engineering/architectural problems;
• Manage one or more of the following capital project phases: development phase, design phase, construction phase, and/or project close-out phase;
• Establish cooperative relations with staff, consultants and contractors, technical committees, community organizations, representatives of Federal, State, regional and city agencies, and the general public.

 

Assistant Water Resources Specialist I: $112,985.60 - $144,539.20 Annually
Assistant Water Resources Specialist II: $124,696.00 - $159,619.20 Annually
OR
Assistant Engineer I - Civil: $112,985.60 - $144,539.20 Annually
Assistant Engineer II - Civil: $124,696.00 - $159,619.20 Annually

Overview:

Do you want to be part of a dynamic team that helps ensure sustainable groundwater supplies? Valley Water is seeking qualified candidates to join the Groundwater Management Unit. This position uses and maintains groundwater models to simulate current and future groundwater conditions, supporting groundwater supply and planning programs and contributing to sustainable water management. Related analyses include mass balance, statistics, or other methods to prepare or review hydrogeologic reports and engineering analyses. Work directly supports water supply operations, managed aquifer recharge, drought response, Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) compliance reporting, and the Water Supply Master Plan. Additional responsibilities may include environmental stewardship projects, land use reviews, and field monitoring activities.

This is a single position, for which the incumbent would be hired as either an Assistant Engineer I/ II or an Assistant Water Resources Specialist I/II. There are multiple ways a candidate may develop the skills and experience required to be successful in this role. Depending on the background and experience of the selected candidate, the exact classification will be determined at the point of hire.

Our Commitment: 
We are committed to building and sustaining a working environment where all individuals are respected and valued. We believe every member of our team brings unique perspectives that enhance our ability to serve the public effectively. By fostering a workplace with employees from the communities we serve, we broaden our collective understanding of the world around us and strengthen our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship.

About Valley Water:
Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San José, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community.

 

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct groundwater modeling, hydrogeologic studies, and investigations using and maintaining numerical groundwater models, statistics, or other methods to support water supply operations and planning. 
• Prepare and review reports regarding issues such as groundwater modeling and supply conditions, groundwater monitoring and protection, and surface water/groundwater interaction. 
• Support Valley Water's continued compliance with the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act.
• Analyze proposed projects, land use, regulations, and policies and develop recommendations for groundwater protection.
• Collect, validate, and/or interpret hydrogeologic data related to groundwater levels, groundwater quality, surface water, seawater intrusion, and land subsidence.

Ideal Candidate's Background Includes:

Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.

Ideal Experience:

Assistant Water Resources Specialist I or Assistant Engineer I

No experience is required. Preferred academic/research focus includes:

• Academic projects or research in groundwater modeling and hydrogeology, including issues like groundwater supply, groundwater/surface water interaction, and/or seawater intrusion. 
• Use of groundwater flow models, geographic information system (GIS), statistics, Microsoft Excel, and computer programming to support academic or research projects.

Assistant Water Resources Specialist II or Assistant Engineer II

Two (2) years of professional level experience with responsibility for compliance with environmental permitting, water supply planning or distribution, groundwater management, mitigation of natural resource impacts, or hydrogeology or engineering civil.

• Proficiency using and maintaining groundwater flow models. 
• Project based work experience in groundwater management and hydrogeology including issues like groundwater overdraft, managed aquifer recharge, groundwater/surface water interaction, and/or seawater intrusion. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience with functions, graphs, and pivot tables in Excel. 
• Experience using GIS and performing statistical analysis (e.g., trend test), and use of computer programming language.

Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Assistant Water Resources Specialist I or Assistant Engineer I

• Effectively analyze, interpret, summarize, and present technical information and data. 
• Organize and prioritize multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; set priorities and meet critical time deadlines. 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, external agencies, the public, vendors, and contractors.
• Some knowledge of principles, practices, concepts, and standards of water resources management, hydrogeology, geology, and hydrology.
• Some knowledge of principles, practices, theories, and methods of groundwater modeling, groundwater budgets, and long-term water supply analysis.
• Practices of researching water resources issues and preparing and presenting effective and technical reports.

Assistant Water Resources Specialist II or Assistant Engineer II (in addition to level I)

• Evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical reports. 
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. 
• Thorough knowledge of principles, practices, concepts, and standards of water resources management, hydrogeology, geology, and hydrology.
• Proficiency in numerical groundwater flow modeling, groundwater budgets, and long-term water supply analysis.
• Recent and on-going water resources related developments, including information technology, current literature, and sources of information related to the operations of assigned areas of responsibility.
• Independently conduct comprehensive water resources studies, investigations, and analyses.
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations, and Valley Water’s water resources policies and procedures.
• Effectively represent the unit and Valley Water in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations and in meetings with individuals.

Ideal Training and Education:

Assistant Water Resources Specialist I/II

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in water resources management, natural resources management, planning, civil or other field of engineering, geology, physical sciences, earth sciences, natural sciences or a field related to assigned functional area(s). 

Assistant Engineer - Civil I/II

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or a field related to assigned functional area(s).

OR  

Possession of a valid California Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certificate with two (2) years of associated paraprofessional engineering experience.

Required License or Certificate

Registration with the State of California as a Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) is a plus. (if registered, a 2.5% differential will apply).

To review the Classification Specification for the Assistant Water Resources Specialist I/II, please click here
To review the Classification Specification for the Assistant Engineer I/II - Civil, please click here

Groundwater Management Unit (Position Code 76) 
Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date.

 

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 40% remote and 60% onsite.

A 2.5% supervisory differential will apply. 

Overview: 

Valley Water is seeking a strategic and collaborative leader to serve as the Real Estate Asset Administrator (Supervising Program Administrator), responsible for overseeing the stewardship, compliance, and operational integration of the district’s extensive land portfolio, including fee-owned lands, conservation properties, and easement interests. This role will guide policy implementation, interagency coordination, and programmatic improvements to ensure that Valley Water’s lands are managed to support flood protection, water supply reliability, environmental stewardship, and public access objectives consistent with District policies and regulatory requirements.  This position plays a key leadership role within the Real Estate Services function and works closely with Operations & Maintenance, Watersheds, Environmental Planning, Legal, and external partners such as cities, counties, and open space agencies.

Our Commitment: 
We are committed to building and sustaining a working environment where all individuals are respected and valued. We believe every member of our team brings unique perspectives that enhance our ability to serve the public effectively. By fostering a workplace with employees from the communities we serve, we broaden our collective understanding of the world around us and strengthen our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship.

About Valley Water:
Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San José, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community.

Key responsibilities include: 

• Serve as the primary program liaison with cities, Santa Clara County, and partner organizations regarding joint use of Valley Water lands for recreation.
• Lead negotiations and implementation of land management–related agreements, including joint use agreements, master license, and master partnership agreements, with partner agencies. 
• Identify and address land stewardship opportunities such as encroachment remediation, site stabilization, access improvements, fencing, signage, restoration, and compatibility upgrades to support flood protection and watershed management objectives. 
• Lead and manage the evaluation and disposition of surplus or underutilized District lands, consistent with Valley Water policies, statutory requirements, and long-term operational and environmental needs.
• Prepare Board memoranda, resolutions, and supporting documentation to facilitate approval of surplus land declarations and subsequent disposition transactions.
• Support the development and ongoing enhancement of a comprehensive database to track and manage maintenance of flood protection and other watershed assets.

Ideal Candidate's Background Includes:

Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.

Ideal Experience:

Six (6) or more years of progressively responsible experience in public agency land management, real estate services, right-of-way, natural resources stewardship, or a related program. 

Experience working with multiple stakeholders including local and state public agencies, private parties, and other stakeholders.

Ideal Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to independently manage and administer a complex, districtwide land stewardship, and property rights program, including policy development and strategic planning.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate and administer complex interagency, joint-use, and public-private partnership agreements involving public property.
• In-depth knowledge of land rights (fee, easements, licenses) and public agency land stewardship responsibilities.
• Ability to balance operational needs, environmental commitments, and third-party requests on District lands.
• Strong negotiation, facilitation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of Board-level materials.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and provide sound, defensible recommendations on complex land use issues.
• Experience integrating land records and real estate data with GIS-based asset management systems and web mapping tools.

Ideal Knowledge:

• In-depth knowledge of land rights (fee, easements, licenses) and public agency land stewardship responsibilities.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulatory requirements governing public land management and surplus property processes (e.g., Surplus Lands Act).

Ideal Training and Education:

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration or a related field. 

Substitution:

Directly related experience may be substituted for the college requirement on the basis of one and one-half years of experience for one year of education to a maximum of four years. 

Required License or Certificate Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet the driver's license requirement due to a disability will be considered for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

To review the Classification Specification, please click here

Real Estate Services Unit (Position Code 947)
Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date.

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 40% remote and 60% onsite.

$2500 Sign-on Bonus!

Intermittent Teleworking Schedule Available!

 

Annual Salary Ranges:

Clinical Therapist I $87,483.33 - $111,653.44

Clinical Therapist II $96,565.26 - $123,244.38

 

Are you looking for a clinical position that allows you to make a difference and be a part of an active and engaged community?  

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of a team that is building a new program that will assist youth and their families?

Do you love working with children, adolescents and youth?

Tri-City has a position for you!

 

We are currently looking for a Clinical Therapist I or II to work on our MHSSA Grant Team within Tri-City's Child & Family Clinic. A Clinical Therapist I/II provides behavioral health clinical intervention and recovery services to assigned clients and their families; develops treatment plans and performs individual, group, and family psychotherapeutic counseling, routine and emergency assessment, crisis intervention, and related treatment services; manages an assigned caseload of adults, juveniles, and/or children; provides consultation to other staff, programs, and agencies related to treatment needs and plans; and 
performs related duties as assigned. 

The Clinical Therapist I/II position will report to a Clinical Supervisor II and will work on a multidisciplinary team consisting of other Clinical Therapists and Behavioral Health Specialists in partnership with the school and families.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

•  Provides individual, group, and family interventions, rehabilitation, and treatment services including counseling, therapy, case management, and referral and linkage to community services to a variety of clients including high acuity clients. 

 

•  Within scope of authority, assesses, diagnoses, and treats a variety of clients with mental health disorders; collaborates with clients and creates individualized treatments plans according to client’s needs and circumstances. 

 

• Initiates and conducts individual, group, and family counseling and biopsychosocial therapy sessions utilizing a variety of techniques and modalities; provides case management services in the office and in the field. 

 

•  Performs routine and emergency intake evaluations according to Authority procedure; completes appropriate forms and documents relating to the intake process; and prepares medical and demographic case history for use in diagnosis.

 

• Assists clients and family members in understanding behavioral health diagnosis, contributing factors/causes, effects, prognosis, rehabilitation, and treatment. 

 

•  Works with clients to address stressors and barriers to treatment and/or social functioning; identifies and focuses on client strengths and personal resources to effectively engage and treat client. 

 

•  Performs crisis intervention for clients and walk-in non-clients; evaluates individuals to identify level of stable behavior; provides support and assistance in problem resolution; coordinates or arranges for the provision of appropriate care services; and places holds as necessary within scope of authority. 

 

• Attends and participates in a variety of meetings, staff trainings, utilization and peer review activities, clinical supervision and case consultation, and public information and education functions.

 

•  As a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, provides critical clinical input related to client diagnosis and recommended treatment; presents findings and clinical observations; and makes recommendations for additional services. 

 

• Maintains and submits accurate, detailed, and thorough documentation, case records, and notes of all billable and non-billable activities and services related to client care; completes necessary documentation for billing purposes.

 

•  Provides resources and referrals to address basic needs and other barriers to wellness and recovery including food, housing, clothing, transportation, and other financial resources. 

 

•  Maintains client confidentiality in compliance with all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability (HIPAA) regulations.

 

• Observes and complies with all Authority and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols. 

 

•  Performs related duties as required.

A full copy of the job description is available below.

City of Sunnyvale

 

Applications Analyst II

Regular Full-Time Employment Opportunity

 

The final filing date is Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM or after receiving 100 qualified and complete applications, whichever is first.

 

If you are interested in working in a fast-paced, highly valued position, supporting a municipal Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) suite of systems, the City of Sunnyvale is looking to hire an Applications Analyst/Project Coordinator I or II. The Information Technology Department will fill the position at the Applications Analyst I or II level to select the best applicant overall.  This position requires a service-oriented focus, ability to support and enhance our Oracle Cloud ERP & HCM applications, along with primary and secondary support roles for multiple enterprise systems including system configuration, reporting and interfaces, day-to-day operational issues, maintenance, upgrades, and on-call rotations.

 

The ideal candidate for an Applications Analyst II will have in-depth experience with supporting Financial or Human Capital Management (HCM/HR) systems, preferably an integrated ERP/HCM suite, and ideally Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications.  Our Oracle Cloud modules include General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Procure to Pay, Inventory Management, Accounts Receivable, Project Portfolio Management, Core HR, Benefits, Absence, Time and Labor, Payroll  and Learning Management.  Candidates must be detail-oriented, fanatical about documentation, possess strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely with end users, and understand the complexities involved in system configuration, integration, interfaces, and report development.  

We build community trust by delivering exceptional services. Our core values of public service are integrity, leadership, and respect. 

The City of Sunnyvale offers:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Accruals
• Retirement Pension
• Classic CalPERS members have 4% of the employee contributions paid by the City, leaving only 3% for the employee to contribute
• Retiree medical benefits available

Work Schedule: The position is eligible for Telework, up to 2 days per week, after a 6-month mandatory onsite 5 days per week work schedule. The Telework schedule is subject to approval from the department head as permitted by City policy and practice.

To view the full Applications Analyst / Project Coordinator II job description, click here. 

If you are interested in also being considered for the Applications Analyst I position, click here to apply.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience

 

The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in one of the following ways:

• A Technology Certificate from an accredited college, university, or trade school in information technology, computer applications, web technologies, computer information systems, application development, database design, programming, technology project management or closely related field AND three years of experience in any one of the focus areas; OR
• An Associate’s degree or completion of 60 semester or 90 quarter units at an accredited college or university in business information systems, computer science, information technology, software information systems or closely related field AND two years of experience in any one of the focus areas; OR
• A Bachelor’s degree or completion of 120 semester or 180 quarter units from an accredited college or university with concentration in computer science, information technology, engineering, informatics, web science, business information systems or closely related field; AND one year of experience in any one of the focus areas; OR
• At least one of the following certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP), Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA), Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), Certification in Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA), Oracle Certified Professional (OCP), Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA), Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM), Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP), Project Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP), SQL Certification or Certified Business Analyst Professional (CBAP) certificate; AND three years of experience in any one of the focus areas.

A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the required supplemental questions.  The position opens on Thursday, April 2, 2026 and the final filing date is Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at 5:00 pm.  Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. 

Salary:  $59.02 - $75.33 Hourly

 

For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click JOBS

To apply, click the following link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sunnyvale/jobs/5287097/applications-analyst-ii

 

Job Description Link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sunnyvale/classspecs/1344853

City of Sunnyvale

Applications Analyst I

Regular Full-Time Employment Opportunity

 

The final filing date is Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM or after receiving 100 qualified and complete applications, whichever is first.

If you are interested in working in a fast-paced, highly valued position, supporting a municipal Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) suite of systems, the City of Sunnyvale is looking to hire an Applications Analyst/Project Coordinator I. The Information Technology Department will fill the position at the Applications Analyst/Project Coordinator I or II level to select the best applicant.  This position requires a service-oriented focus, willingness to learn to support and enhance our Oracle Cloud ERP & HCM applications, along with primary and secondary support roles for multiple enterprise systems including system configuration, reporting and interfaces, day-to-day operational issues, maintenance, upgrades, and on-call rotations.

 

The ideal candidate for an Applications Analyst I will have some experience with supporting Financial or Human Capital Management (HCM/HR) systems, preferably an integrated ERP/HCM suite, and ideally Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications. This position will provide experience supporting Oracle Cloud ERP & HCM modules including General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Procure to Pay, Inventory Management, Accounts Receivable, Project Portfolio Management, Core HR, Benefits, Absence, Time and Labor, Payroll and Learning Management. Candidates must be detail-oriented, fanatical about documentation, possess strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely with end users, and understand that there are variety of complexities involved in system configuration, integration, interfaces, and report development.  The ideal candidate for an Applications Analyst I will have knowledge and some experience in these areas.

 

We build community trust by delivering exceptional services. Our core values of public service are integrity, leadership, and respect. 

 

The City of Sunnyvale offers:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Accruals
• Retirement Pension
• Classic CalPERS members have 4% of the employee contributions paid by the City, leaving only 3% for the employee to contribute
• Retiree medical benefits available

 

Work Schedule: The position is eligible for Telework, up to 2 days per week, after a 6-month mandatory onsite 5 days per week work schedule. The Telework schedule is subject to approval from the department head as permitted by City policy and practice.

To view the full Applications Analyst / Project Coordinator I job description, click here.


If you are interested in also being considered for the Applications Analyst II position, click here to apply. 

 

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience

 

The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in one of the following ways:

• A Technology Certificate from an accredited college, university, or trade school in information technology, computer applications, web technologies, computer information systems, application development, database design, programming, technology project management or closely related field AND two years of experience in any one of the focus areas; OR
• An Associate’s degree or completion of 60 semester or 90 quarter units at an accredited college or university in business information systems, computer science, information technology, software information systems or closely related field AND one year of experience in any one of the focus areas; OR
• A Bachelor’s degree or completion of 120 semester or 180 quarter units from an accredited college or university with concentration in computer science, information technology, engineering, informatics, web science, business information systems or closely related field; OR
• At least one of the following certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP), Professional in Business Analysis (PMI#2;PBA), Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), Certification in Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA), Oracle Certified Professional (OCP), Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA), Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM), Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP), Project Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP), SQL Certification or Certified Business Analyst Professional (CBAP) certificate; AND two years of experience in any one of the focus areas

A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the required supplemental questions.  The position opens on Thursday, April 2, 2026 and the final filing date is Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at 5:00 pm.  Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. 

Salary:  $53.12 - $67.79 Hourly

 

For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click JOBS

To apply, click the following link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sunnyvale/jobs/5293888/applications-analyst-i

 

Job Description Link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sunnyvale/classspecs/1344854

Overview:

Valley Water is seeking an experienced Information Systems Analyst III to lead the deployment, administration, and long-term governance of Valley Water's new Enterprise Electronic Document and Records Management System (EDRMS). This system represents the capstone of Valley Water’s Digital Transformation Strategy and will serve as the authoritative, enterprise-wide repository for all past, present, and future District documents and records.

This journey-level position plays a foundational role in establishing sustainable information governance practices across the organization. The selected candidate will lead complex system implementation efforts, oversee automated and AI-enabled data classification processes, coordinate secure access controls, administer retention schedules, and design defensible document destruction workflows in compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

Under direction, this position performs the most complex programming, systems analysis, integration, governance, and technical coordination duties. The incumbent will serve as a technical lead and project manager for this enterprise-wide initiative and will collaborate closely with Cybersecurity, Legal Counsel, the District Clerk of the Board, executive leadership, and operational units.

Our Commitment: 
We are committed to building and sustaining a working environment where all individuals are respected and valued. We believe every member of our team brings unique perspectives that enhance our ability to serve the public effectively. By fostering a workplace with employees from the communities we serve, we broaden our collective understanding of the world around us and strengthen our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship.

About Valley Water:
Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San José, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the deployment, configuration, integration, and ongoing administration of Valley Water’s EDRMS platform.
• Oversee enterprise-wide data and document classification using AI-enabled tools with appropriate human validation to ensure compliance with Valley Water policies and regulatory obligations.
• Administer and enforce Board-approved records retention schedules across all document types and business units.
• Design, implement, and manage automated document destruction workflows in coordination with Legal Counsel, the District Clerk of the Board, and executive leadership.
• Develop, document, and maintain formal procedures governing document destruction, including approval workflows, destruction lists, audit documentation, and verified removal of associated data.
• Coordinate with Cybersecurity to implement and maintain metadata-driven discretionary and mandatory access control frameworks.
• Ensure proper governance of data flowing into Valley Water's data lake, including oversight of integration processes, validation of data accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Manage removal of data from enterprise systems and analytical/AI platforms once records are destroyed or no longer authorized for use.
• Provide technical leadership in application configuration, integration, database management, and system optimization.
• Develop system documentation, governance standards, and user training materials.
• Serve as project manager for complex system enhancements and cross-functional initiatives.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex application, database, and integration issues.
• Provide technical guidance and lead-level support to staff as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with information security, privacy, and regulatory standards.
• Stay current on emerging technologies, digital governance standards, and best practices in records and information management

Ideal Candidate's Background Includes:

Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.

Ideal Experience:

• Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in enterprise systems analysis, software development, database administration, or information systems governance.
• Experience implementing or administering an Electronic Document and Records Management System (EDRMS).
• Experience applying and operationalizing records retention schedules in a public agency or highly regulated environment.
• Experience designing automated workflows for document lifecycle management and defensible destruction.
• Experience integrating enterprise platforms with data lakes, analytics environments, or AI-enabled systems.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional stakeholders including Legal, IT Security, executive leadership, and operational departments.
• Experience leading complex enterprise technology projects with minimal supervision.

Ideal Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to interpret complex legal, regulatory, and operational requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Ability to design and implement secure, metadata-driven access control structures.
• Ability to oversee AI-enabled classification tools with appropriate validation and quality assurance oversight.
• Ability to manage enterprise data governance frameworks and lifecycle management processes.
• Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve complex system and integration issues.
• Ability to plan, organize, assign, and review the work of staff as assigned.
• Ability to develop comprehensive technical documentation and procedural manuals.
• Strong project management and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with direction on scope but discretion on methods and technical approach

Ideal Knowledge:

• Advanced principles of computer programming, systems integration, and enterprise application administration.
• Records management principles, including retention scheduling, legal holds, and defensible destruction practices.
• Data governance frameworks and information lifecycle management.
• Database management systems and data architecture concepts.
• Metadata standards and access control methodologies (discretionary and mandatory).
• Enterprise security principles and regulatory compliance requirements.
• AI-enabled data classification tools and governance implications.
• Data lake architecture and data integration processes.
• Quality assurance and system documentation standards.

Ideal Training and Education:

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in computer science, information systems, information management, data governance, or a closely related field.

Substitution:
Directly related experience may be substituted for the college requirement on the basis of one and one-half years of experience for one year of education.

 

Required License or Certificate Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet the driver's license requirement due to a disability will be considered for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.To review the Classification Specification, please click here

Records & Library Services Unit (Position Code 988)

Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date.

 

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 40% remote and 60% onsite, after completion of the probationary period (one year).

SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER 

Utilities Department – Engineering Section
$11,570.58 - $15,893.25 Monthly Plus Excellent Benefits
The salary range listed above reflects the full compensation potential for this position. However, initial salary placement will typically be at the lower end of the range and will not exceed 90% of the range maximum. Placement within the range will be based on the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications. Progression through the range may occur over time, subject to continued service, good performance evaluations, and the City’s administrative policies.

Opportunity to work a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. 

This is a full-time, on-site position designed for direct collaboration with the team and active participation in daily operations. 

The City of Gilroy is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Join our team! 

ABOUT THE POSITION
The City of Gilroy is currently recruiting a full-time Senior Civil Engineer for the Utilities Department. In this exciting opportunity the Senior Civil Engineer is poised to play a significant role in designing, implementing, and optimizing utility systems to ensure reliability, efficiency, and sustainability. The Senior Civil Engineer will help establish utility engineering standards, protocols, and infrastructure as it relates to water and wastewater for the City of Gilroy.

The Senior Civil Engineer will work under the direction of the Utilities Director and will manage, review, and perform duties relative to Utility Engineering and construction activities, supervise assigned employees, will direct and perform complex professional-level field and office engineering assignments, and play an important part in making a real-world difference in the community. Bring your skill set to make a major impact on Gilroy’s critical infrastructure!

A variety of Utility projects involve design, development, and construction of projects; therefore, exceptional project management skills are imperative to be successful in this role. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions that address complex challenges, so your expertise and leadership will be instrumental in driving our projects to success.

Additionally, the Senior Civil Engineer will manage assigned staff and consultants and assist with budgeting tasks. Furthermore, the Senior Civil Engineer will provide and participate in critical team leadership to ensure that all utility engineering services, goals, projects, and initiatives meet the high-performance standards of the Department and City. 

THE TEAM AND DEPARTMENT

When you join our team, you lead a high-performing engineering team that keeps Gilroy’s water and wastewater systems reliable, safe, and future-ready — while supporting responsible growth and local economic development.

The Senior Engineer will shape capital improvement planning, asset management, and operations to improve system reliability and regulatory compliance.  You will join a dynamic and innovative team and work amongst Engineering professionals who share a passion for serving the residents of Gilroy and improving the community. The Utilities department strives for excellence in engineering design and operational efficiency, integrity, and accountability in our decision making, respect, and teamwork to leverage collective expertise in solving complex challenges to achieve common goals. 

 

 

EXCITING FIRST YEAR PROJECTS

• Utility Master Plan Strategic implementation and Capital Program Delivery 
• New Municipal Water Well Design and Construction Project
• Water Main Replacement Programs - Planning for Infrastructure Modernization 
• Sewer Collection System Trunk Line Rehabilitation and Repair project   

WHY THIS IS A GREAT JOB AND PLACE TO WORK

• Lead engineering projects that sustain and modernize critical water and wastewater infrastructure serving our community. 
• Opportunity for professional development and support career growth. 
• Opportunity to develop leadership and supervisorial skills and abilities. 
• The City of Gilroy has the feel of a “work family” to include a friendly and supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to work a 9/80 work schedule

 

ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT I

Finance Department

$5,215.33 – $7,338.42 Monthly, Plus Excellent Benefits
Salary steps—Steps F, G, and H, within the range listed above—are available after 5, 10, and 15 years of service, with one year at the prior step and a satisfactory performance evaluation. Initial placement is typically at the entry step, though candidates with relevant public agency accounting or finance experience may qualify for a higher step based on qualifications and job alignment.
 

Opportunity to work a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off. This is a full-time, on-site position, designed for direct collaboration with the team and active participation in daily operations.

 

The City of Gilroy is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity, equity, and inclusion. Join our team! 


ABOUT THE POSITION

The City of Gilroy is recruiting for a full-time Accounting Assistant I in the Finance Department. This position will primarily be assigned to the Utility Billing/Information Desk area, providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers, and performing cashiering and accounting-related work. The Finance Department’s goal is to provide timely and accurate financial information to City Management, City Council, and the public, while responsibly managing the City’s assets, including cash and investments.

Under the direct supervision of the Finance Manager or Supervising Accounting Technician, the Accounting Assistant will perform a wide variety of accounting and statistical record-keeping assignments related to maintaining financial and statistical records. This position may provide support in one or more of the following areas: accounts receivable, accounts payable, utility billing, and/or the front information desk.

This role offers opportunities to build foundational experience in municipal finance and may serve as a steppingstone to the Accounting Assistant II classification, depending on performance and experience gained.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Finance Department is committed to delivering timely, accurate financial information to City leadership and the public, while responsibly managing the City’s assets—including cash and investments—with integrity and transparency. The team also takes pride in providing friendly, efficient utility billing services to our water and wastewater customers.  

If you’re looking to join a team that values professionalism and community impact, the Finance Department is the place to be!


CANDIDATE LEARNING PERSPECTIVES 

If you're looking to join a hard-working team in a fast-paced environment—where you can gain hands-on experience in Finance, Accounting, and Customer Service—this position could be a great fit for you!

As an entry-level Accounting Assistant, you'll be supported with the tools and training needed to succeed and contribute to the department’s goals.   You’ll work closely with the Finance team, other departments, and members of the public, developing strong customer service skills along the way. This role offers valuable exposure to municipal operations and the potential to advance to an Accounting Assistant II position. 

 

EXAMPLES OF FIRST YEAR PROJECTS/ ASSIGNMENTS

• Learn the new Utility Billing/ ERP System – Tyler Munis 
• Support implementation and rollout of new Utility Customer water usage reports and portal. 
• Assist customers with billing inquiries and account support
• Develop knowledge of utility billing processes and account management. 

 

About the Department

San José Clean Energy, or SJCE, is San José’s local, not-for-profit electricity supplier operated by the City of San José’s Energy Department. Since 2019, our dedicated and motivated team has provided clean energy for residents and businesses at competitive rates, while also offering community programs, local benefits, and increased transparency and accessibility. SJCE serves more than 350,000 customer accounts, and has contracted for more than 1 GW of power. 

Joining our team means that you will be making a big impact on the fight against climate change.  SJCE plays an important role in meeting San José’s ambitious goal to be carbon neutral by 2030 and in implementing the City’s climate action plan, Climate Smart San José. Thanks to SJCE, San Jose has one of the cleanest energy mixes of any large city and offers a 60% renewable product and a 100% renewable product.

Serving our community with respect and integrity is at the core of what we do. We center equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging in our work. The department also hosts active staff-led Culture and Racial Equity committees, and has won awards for its education and outreach work with Spanish and Vietnamese-speaking communities. 

For more information about San José Clean Energy, please visit: www.sanjosecleanenergy.org.

Position Duties

 

The salary range for the Senior Power Resources Specialist Classification is:
$147,005.04 - $180,070.80 Annually
This salary range includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience.

The Energy Department is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Senior Regulatory Compliance & Policy Manager (Senior Power Resources Specialist) position for the Regulatory Compliance & Policy Division. This position reports directly to the Deputy Director of the Regulatory Compliance & Policy Division and will provide technical analysis, assess the potential business impacts to SJCE from proposed regulatory changes, and provide expert public representation.

Under general direction of the Deputy Director, the Senior Regulatory Compliance & Policy Manager will be responsible for engaging in the increasing number of complex electric regulatory proceedings and effectively advocating for the business interests of SJCE at the  California Public Utilities Commission (“CPUC”), the California Energy Commission (CEC), and California Independent System Operator (“CAISO”) to protect and advance San José business and community interests. Typical duties of this position may include, but are not limited to:

• Monitoring and advising internal staff about the progress of regulatory policy and rate-related proceedings
• Performing independent analysis of the possible operational impacts of rate cases and regulatory proceedings
• Representing SJCE before regulatory bodies and on external working groups
• Keeping abreast of key regulatory issues affecting CCAs, and assisting in prioritizing proceedings
• Developing formal written comments to regulatory agencies and advising on advocacy strategy
• Working with other internal teams to share and learn relevant information
• Other duties as assigned     

Minimum Qualifications

 

Education 
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Law, Natural Resources, Statistics, or related field to utility business.

Experience

Three (3) years of experience in energy resources operations, planning, purchasing, scheduling, or contract negotiations.

Acceptable Substitution

None

Required Licensing (such as driver’s license, certifications, etc.) 

Possession of a valid State of California driver’s license is required.

 

Other Requirements
Form 700 requirement
This position requires a disclosure of outside investments, real property interest, income, and business positions. You must complete and file an “Assuming Office Form 700” with the City Clerk’s Office within the first 30 days of employment with the office.

THIS IS A HYBRID POSITION, REQUIRING PART OF THE WORK WEEK TO BE ONSITE IN THE DOWNTOWN SAN JOSE OFFICE. The hybrid work schedule may change due to the department’s business needs in the future.

Other Qualifications

 

Competencies
The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.

Job Expertise – Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.

Analytical Thinking – Approaches a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.

Collaboration – Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities.

Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance planning.

Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.

Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.

Communication Skills – Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.

Selection Process
The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Jennifer Macias at Jennifer.Macias1@sanjoseca.gov. 

 

 

Additional Information:

Employment Eligibility:  Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.  

You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses.  

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.

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.

Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application.  If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided.  IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application. 

AI and the Hiring Process

We recognize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of daily life and can be a valuable tool for learning, research, and professional growth. We encourage candidates to use AI responsibly as a support in preparing application materials, live assessments, and interviews. However, we value authenticity, accuracy and truthfulness. Application responses and interview answers must reflect your own knowledge, skills, and experiences. While AI can supplement preparation, it cannot replace the originality and judgment we look for in our employees. This ensures fairness, transparency, and equity for all applicants in the hiring process.