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The City of Sunnyvale is looking to fill the Utility Worker position with a team member that believes the impossible is possible. This person is driven to continuously make a positive impact on the organization and believes that as a team we accomplish more. As an organization, we are motivated to produce the highest level of service possible.  

Sunnyvale Golf Course is a par 70 regulation 18-hole course with numerous bunkers, dog legs and water holes. Sunnyvale is a well-manicured test of the player's skill stretching out to 6,255 yards. Sunken Gardens Golf Course is a 9-hole, 1,502 yard executive course. Sunken Gardens is ideal for the beginner golfer with ample practice facilities and shorter length holes. 

Working in the Public Works Department for the City of Sunnyvale as a Utility Worker provides an opportunity to improve the golf courses in the community and see the results of your work.  All of this, plus a generous benefits package which includes a competitive salary, career development and training opportunities make the City of Sunnyvale a great place to work.

This position requires a Graduation from high school or tested equivalent; and Two years of maintenance experience equivalent to the level of Maintenance Worker I.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. To be considered for this career opportunity, the City must receive a complete application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. The position opens Wednesday, March 11, 2020 and final filing date is Monday, April 6 , 2020 at 5:00 pm. or upon receipt of 100 qualified and completed applications, whichever is first.  For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

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Utility Supervisor
$8,002 - $10,212 monthly
$96,024 - $122,544 annually

Choose Morgan Hill: The City of Morgan Hill is the best community for people to live, work, visit, and operate their businesses.

Under direction of the Utility Systems Manager, supervises, schedules, and coordinates the utility operations and personnel assigned in the repair and maintenance of water and wastewater facilities; performs related administrative tasks in the operation of assigned work unit; performs other related work as required.

Class Characteristics: An incumbent in this classification may be distinguished from an incumbent in the next lower classification of Senior Utility Worker in that the Utility Supervisor provides oversight and is responsible for directing personnel assigned to the maintenance of the City's water production, storage and distribution systems and wastewater collection systems.  Incumbent is also responsible for ensuring that day-to-day maintenance activities are in conformance with generally accepted principles, standards, laws, and regulations governing the utility maintenance department.  As a supervisor, incumbent independently directs and reviews the work of assigned staff in the maintenance and repair of potable water production, storage and distribution facilities and wastewater collection systems.

The City of Morgan Hill is an AFSCME agency shop. Members of this class must either join AFSCME or pay an agency fee in lieu of membership.

Ideal Candidate:

• Demonstrates strong leadership skills and a collaborative supervisory style
• Creates a positive work environment.
• Has outstanding communication, interpersonal, and planning skills
• Embraces the use of technology to improve daily work flow
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills including staff scheduling and maintenance functions
• Demonstrates the ability and desire to mentor and share knowledge with coworkers

Application and Selection Process:

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply on-line at www.morganhill.ca.gov and submit the following items:
•    A completed City of Morgan Hill employment application
•    Responses to the supplemental questions
•    Cover Letter
•    Resume
•    Copy of Certificates (if applicable)

Please note only completed application packets will be reviewed.  First review of applications will occur the week of March 16, 2020. 

Candidates for this position may be required to complete a practical exam and oral interview. 
 

 
Water Quality Specialist
$6,599 - $8,421 monthly
$79,188 - $101,052 annually

Choose Morgan Hill: The City of Morgan Hill is the best community for people to live, work, visit, and operate their businesses.

Under general supervision of the Utility Systems Manager, is responsible to assist and advise in development, implementation, and maintenance of drinking water and wastewater system quality control standards.  Lead the development and implementation of backflow and cross connection control, water quality monitoring, and water management plans as directed.  Assist in the operation of Water and Wastewater Systems programs including sampling plans, backflow device management, regulatory reporting, and sample collection.  Prepare technical reports as directed.

Class Characteristics: Water Quality Specialist is journey-level class who works independently and is expected to perform essential job duties to ensure the continued safe operation of the City's drinking water and wastewater systems with a minimum of supervision.

The City of Morgan Hill is an AFSCME agency shop. Members of this class must either join AFSCME or pay an agency fee in lieu of membership.

Ideal Candidate:

• Has a clear understanding of current drinking water quality regulations and sampling protocols
• Demonstrates a strong working knowledge of cross connection control and backflow prevention
• Has direct experience with assisting customers with water quality questions and concerns
• Has outstanding communication, interpersonal, and planning skills
• Embraces the use of technology to improve daily work flow
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills including scheduling and coordination of work tasks, vendors, and contract laboratories
• Demonstrates the ability and desire to mentor and share knowledge with coworkers

Application and Selection Process:
To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply on-line at www.morganhill.ca.gov and submit the following items:

• A completed City of Morgan Hill employment application
• Responses to the supplemental questions
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Copy of Certificates (if applicable)

Please note only completed application packets will be reviewed.  The first review of applications will be Friday, March 20, 2020.

Candidates for this position may be required to complete a practical exam and oral interview. 
 

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•  Learn basic principles and practices of civil engineering as related to land development, including the California Subdivision Map Act.
• Gain work experience and insight into local government work specific to your area of interest and educational background.
• Assist City staff on review of development projects, including design and construction inspection.

Hours: Hours are flexible; a minimum of 20 hours per week is highly desired with a maximum of 25 hours per week. The selected candidate for this position will work under the supervision of a higher-level supervisor on weekdays between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

• Conduct record research and field investigations related to development projects.
• Compute appropriate fee calculations and review of project cost estimates.
• Create exhibits and details using GIS and/or AutoCAD.
• Review and process minor encroachment permits.
• Provide information regarding existing infrastructure to the general public at the counter, over the telephone, and by computer.
• Assist in field inspections with Public Works Construction Inspector.
• Assist Engineering staff with other duties as desired, including some administrative tasks as needed.
• Public interaction, with regards to "public service" policies. Candidate is expected to conduct him/herself in a highly professional manner at all times while representing the City.

• College Junior, Senior or Graduate Student having completed at least one course in Civil Engineering.
• Positive work attitude, reliable and responsible.
• Good communication and writing skills
• Proficient computer skills with basic knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Access, Project and AutoCAD. GIS experience is a plus.
• Good organizational skills, detail-oriented and good record keeper.
• Interest in Civil Engineering and willingness to learn
• Willingness to travel to various sites within the City utilizing City of Sunnyvale Vehicle.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATES
Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license and a safe driving record.

APPLICATION PROCESS
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit the required application materials to the Department of Human Resources.

1) City application forms completed in full, 2) a resume and 3) a current (dated within the last 30 days) Department of Motor Vehicles driver record printout, are required. Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience and/or skills relevant to this position. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the application, please do not indicate "see resume". Electronic applications may be submitted on-line through the City's employment page; go to Sunnyvale.ca.gov, Search: Jobs or application materials may be submitted to: Department of Human Resources, 505 West Olive Avenue, Suite 200, Sunnyvale, CA 94088. Postmarks or faxes will not be accepted. Late or incomplete applications will also not be accepted. Please submit application materials as soon as possible to be considered for this position as this job posting may close without notice.  

Please note that the Principal Civil Engineer Position in Construction has been filled.  The Senior Civil Engineer position in Construction is still vacant and we are currently accepting applications for that position. If you are interested in the Senior Civil Engineer position in Construction, please apply online at www.calopps.org.  

This responsible position is characterized by developing new and innovative presentations (marketing collateral) with limited structure or routine work. Work assignments are performed in collaboration with various divisions and levels of staff, independently, with responsibility for following through on development. Contacts are regularly made both internally and externally at all levels of the organization involving tact, discretion, good listening and customer service skills. The position requires creative ability, knowledge of how to generate graphics using the computer and the ability to exercise a reasonable degree of independent judgment. This classification assists with development and implementation of standards for consistency in materials, written and posted on the Internet. Additionally, the position requires good written communication skills, public relations, interpersonal, and problem solving skills and abilities. The Marketing Associate receives direction from program supervisors and management staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way:

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in graphic arts or a closely related field; AND

One year of related work experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.

Knowledge of:

• Computer programs utilized in the production of graphic representations (specifically, the Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Publisher, Word, and Excel).
• Dynamics of development of Websites (social media sites).
• Basic principles, best practices and trends in graphic design (Associated Press Writing Style).

Ability to:

• Follow general instructions, directions and procedures.
• Accomplish assigned work and administrative tasks working independently or with a minimum of supervision.
• Process information and data in a relevant manner to reach reasonable conclusions and make practical decisions.
• Demonstrate flexibility of style relative to specific job assignments, working environments, shift schedules and hours.
• Interact well as part of a team.
• Perform relatively complex computer applications.
• Communicate with high proficiency in both written and spoken English.
• Use independent reasoning to solve programs of moderate complexity.
• Perform the essential functions of this position.

 Skill in: 

• Utilizing a personal computer and software relevant to this classification.
• Using design software packages (including Adobe Creative Suite and Dot Net Nuke, Microsoft Publisher, Word and Excel).
• Working effectively with others, as a contributing group or team member on multiple assignments.
• Establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with a variety of people, including City staff, the public, and outside consultants.
• Prioritizing assignments and workload appropriately and responding to multiple deadlines

Licenses/Certificates:

Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license and a safe driving record, or the ability to provide alternative transportation as approved by the appointing authority.

DESIREABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience in graphic and web design (experience in writing marketing collateral, and social media management and development).
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in marketing, or communications.

For complete details and to apply, visit the City of Sunnyvale's website.

Electronic applications may be submitted on-line through the City's employment page; go to Sunnyvale.ca.gov, Search: Jobs or application materials may be submitted to: Department of Human Resources, 505 West Olive Avenue, Suite 200, Sunnyvale, CA 94088.

For more information and to apply, please visit:

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