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THE JOB:

• Reviews land development applications for conformance with environmental and general plan policies;  
• Conducts field inspections and identifies and evaluates biologic, geologic and related environmental issues; 
• Prepares and presents staff reports and findings on environmental permits and projects for internal staff and reviewing bodies;
• Identifies violations of environmental regulations.

The current vacancy is for Site Mitigation in the Health Services Agency, Environmental Health Division. The position will serve as a staff geologist providing technical expertise to the review of engineering and geological work associated with the cleanup and remediation of chemically impacted contaminated sites.

THE REQUIREMENTS: Any combination of training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and abilities, is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

One year of journey level resource planning experience equivalent to a Resource Planner III at Santa Cruz County.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License or the employee must be able to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority.

Paid holidays, excellent benefits and CalPERS retirement!

The County of Santa Cruz offers a generous benefits package which includes annual leave, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits!

Apply online at www.santacruzcountyjobs.com

Live and work in beautiful Santa Cruz County!

Live, Work & Play in Beautiful Santa Cruz County!

We’re seeking multi-talented Planner professionals to join our Santa Cruz team.

Planner II, Journey Level: $6,037 – 7,642 / Month

Planner III, Senior/Advanced Journey Level: $6,654 – 8,424 / Month

Planner IV, Subject Area Expert: $7,720 – 9,765 / Month

Our Planners:

• Conduct planning studies and analyses
• Review and act as Project Manager to process land use development applications of all types
• May serve as Environmental Coordinator administering the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and other technical environmental programs
• May serve as Project Leader and subject area specialist in Policy, Development Review and Environmental Administration
• May serve to review and recommend policy changes, resolve complex problems, review and analyze State laws and regulations and develop operating procedures in the Cannabis Licensing Office

You Come With:

• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and trends of public planning
• An understanding of statistical research methods as applied to the collection and tabulation of data affecting public planning
• The principles and techniques of gathering and analyzing data
• Basic statistical methods and procedures used in planning studies
• Long range and regulatory planning practices
• Knowledge of laws and regulations related to planning, zoning and environmental protection

We offer:

• Various robust benefit plans with the County contributing generously toward the total cost of the plans
• CalPERS retirement and Social Security
• Generous vacation, sick and holiday leave pay
• The opportunity to work, live and play in beautiful Santa Cruz!

County of Santa Cruz Personnel Mission Statement: In collaboration with our customers, we will recruit, develop, support, and retain an ethical, professional, and diverse workforce dedicated to serving the community.

To learn more about these exciting opportunities, please go to: www.santacruzcountyjobs.com

The City of Saratoga is currently looking for a full-time Associate Civil Engineer to join our Community Development Department. The incumbent will report directly to the Community Development Director.

The ideal candidate will have the skills and experience necessary to perform a wide variety of professional engineering activities in connection with private land development; provide project management and administration; confer with developers, contractors, and representatives of other agencies regarding facility development; administer professional services and construction contracts; provide professional staff assistance to management, other departments, and the public in areas of expertise; perform a variety of studies and prepare and present staff reports; and perform related work as required.

THE PROCESS

The position is open until filled. First review of applications begins August 8.

To be considered for this dynamic career opportunity, please apply online through www.calopps.org. As part of the online application process, please attach your resume and answers to the required supplemental questions as part of this announcement. Applications will be considered incomplete if the resume and answers to the supplemental questions are not included.

TYPICAL DUTIES
The duties described below are intended to provide only a summary of the typical functions of the job. This is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities and the duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job description.

• Plan, design, and/or inspect all phases of civil engineering land development construction projects; perform inspections of projects in the field as well as examination of plans and specifications in the field or office.
• Confers with applicants and contractors regarding land development projects.
• Review and process plans for land development projects to ensure compliance with established contracts, City codes, and other applicable requirements; Determine and enforce applicable codes, regulations, and requirements for assigned projects.
• Review and process plans for subdivisions, lot line adjustments, lot mergers, and certificates of compliance; Review and interpret easements.
• Coordinate and provide oversight for geotechnical review processes.
• Coordinate the City’s floodplain management efforts; review land development project plans and specifications to ensure compliance with the City’s floodplain management standards; review and recommend changes to floodplain management standards as needed.
• Create and modify maps and engineering drawings using AutoCAD and ArcView GIS systems.
• Oversee the activity of professional design and engineering consultants.
• Prepare various studies and reports; Prepare staff reports to City Council as assigned.
• Provide customer service and general assistance to land developers, architects, engineers, third party consultants, property owners, and the general public related to public works or land development projects; answer questions about City construction projects, permit issuance procedures, and land development activities.
• Assist in the development of the division budget.
• Travel to various field and project sites via City vehicle.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Prepare staff reports to City Council as assigned.
• Determine applicable codes, regulations, and requirements for assigned projects.
• Travel via City vehicle to various job sites in the performance of assigned duties.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

For more information and to apply, please visit:

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