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The Hydro Comm Technician troubleshoots, repairs, calibrates, maintains, tests and installs communications and control system hardware, software, and equipment in hydroelectric power generating stations and facilities.  Systems include:  microwave, telemetry, two-way radio, fiber optic, multiplex carrier, VoIP & POTS telephone, SCADA & DCS, RTU’s, serial comms (RS-232 / RS-485), frame relay, protective relay (transfer trip & power line carrier), Electronic Security Perimeter (Routable Networking components including Defense-in-Depth strategies), routable networks security, physical security (alarms & video surveillance), misc. electronics, AC/DC, instrumentation, DC Power, and PV systems.

Essential Duties / Skills: (other duties may be assigned)

• Networking (firewalls, routers, switches, VLAN, encryption, TCP/IP, UDP, VPN, OSI model)
• SCADA (management, graphical development, data historian, OS patches, security)
• Power Plant Control System Security (network security, defense-in-depth, risk modeling/remediation, NERC CIP compliance / monitoring, ports/services)
• PLC interface with DCS distributed control system (input/output, scaling, PLC programming)
• Telemetry (modbus, DNP, Serial, RTU, I/O)
• Telecom (VoIP, POTS, DDS, T1, etc.)
• Microwave (Hardware, software, troubleshooting, etc.)
• Two-Way Radio (900 MHz, Motorola MotoTrbo, etc.)
• Fiber Optics (OTDR, Maintenance, etc.)
• Auxiliary Equipment (Batteries, solar, back-up generators, AC/DC, peripheral computer components)
• Project Management (develop wiring diagrams, layout drawings, & engineering specifications for system modifications)
• Assists with maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment and systems

Desired Skills:

• Hydroelectric power plant experience.
• Ability to operate, control and monitor hydroelectric generating units and auxiliary equipment.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma with additional education and/or certifications (GROL, NARTE, CISSP, CISCO, etc.) highly desirable.
• Completion of a recognized Comm Tech apprenticeship program or equivalent course work in electronics and data communications.
• At least five (5) years of responsible experience maintaining, installing & repairing electronic control systems & data communications equipment.
• Knowledge of:  R56 standards , FCC rules / regulations, NERC CIP standards, Radio frequencies, electronics and instrumentation theory, DC/AC theory, Networking and Security principles.
• Unrestricted CA Drivers License and clean driving record.
• Ability to climb towers up to 175’ and complete physically demanding work in rough natural terrain.
• Willingness to be available for work during off hours in case of emergency.
• Willingness to relocate permanent residence to within 50 miles of Murphys, CA.

Benefits:  NCPA offers excellent benefits including CalPERS medical and retirement plan.  See our website for more details on NCPA’s extensive benefits package.

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The City of Dixon is excited to announce its recruitment for the position Senior Management Analyst.

Incumbents in this position plan, organize, direct and supervise the work of assigned personnel engaged in professional administrative and analytical duties in support of City departments and programs; to perform duties requiring specialized knowledge; to manage and perform the most complex and difficult administrative and analytical tasks related to assigned area of responsibility.

Exam Process: A limited number of candidates whose applications indicate that they, among those competing, are better qualified in terms of related education, training, and experience will be invited to participate in a skills assessment (pass/fail) and an interview process (weighted 100%) , dates to be determined.  The most qualified candidates from this process will be placed on an employment eligibility list.  The department interviews will be scheduled at that time.  In light of COVID-19, the interview processes may be in person or via Zoom depending on local restrictions.  Note: the examination process may be changed as deemed necessary.

Employment Processing: Those selected may be subject to a medical exam including drug screen; DOJ fingerprint clearance; background investigation; a 12 month probation period; and in accordance with Federal Law, are able to provide proof of identity and proof that they may legally work in the United States. It is the policy of the City of Dixon to practice fair and equal employment under the law.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS will be applied. A copy of the DD214 form must be filed at the time of application.

The City of Dixon is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Reasonable Accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling 707-678-7000. 

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Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is seeking to add a talented Business Diversity Program Manager to our team.

Under direction, the Business Diversity Program Manager plans, directs, manages, and administers VTA's business diversity programs, including the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Small Business Enterprise (SBE), Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE), Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE), and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Business Enterprise (LGBTBE) Programs.

The Business Diversity Program Manager is a single position class that manages the work of professional level analytical staff in addition to performing complex and responsible duties. This classification works with a high degree of independence and is expected to carry out the necessary day to day activities without direction, except as new or unusual circumstances require. The incumbent serves as a subject expert on DBE, SBE, MWBE, DVBE, LGBTBE, and related programs, providing direction, assistance, and input on program policies and procedures, and serves as VTA's liaison to a variety of individuals and organizations regarding the DBE, SBE, MWBE, DVBE, LGBTBE, and related programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

Development of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is typically obtained through a combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a four-year degree in public or business administration, or a related field, and four years of increasingly responsible experience performing DBE-related work for a public or private sector organization, with at least two years at the level of Management Analyst or equivalent. Experience in a lead or supervisory capacity is desirable.

Only on-line applications are accepted for this position. In order to apply, please click on the following link: 

Attention Job Seekers! The Census Bureau is hiring!

Census jobs are flexible, pay between $30-$33 per hour and require no prior work experience though bilingual skills are highly desirable (e.g., Spanish, Mandarin, Vietnamese, and Tagalog). Interested individuals are encouraged to apply at http://bit.ly/2T0ns3m or visit a San Jose library for assistance with the online application. The schedule of workshops is available at http://bit.ly/38djj0W (no appointment is required).

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The City of Sunnyvale is seeking to fill the position of Public Safety Dispatcher with an energetic and highly motivated individual who possesses excellent customer service, technical and interpersonal skills.

 
Under general supervision of the Senior Public Safety Dispatcher, processes emergency and non-emergency calls for service; dispatches police, fire-fighting, medical, rescue, animal control or other emergency equipment, by telephone or radio, utilizing complex technical aids, such as computer aided dispatch systems (CAD); and performs related work as required.

The minimum qualifications required for this position are: Graduation from high school or tested equivalent; and Two years of experience within the last five years dispatching police and/or fire services for a public safety agency utilizing contemporary dispatching technical tools, including computer aided dispatching systems; or successful completion of probation as a Public Safety Dispatcher-in-Training with the City of Sunnyvale.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application packet will consist of a City of Sunnyvale employment application, responses to the required supplemental questions and a current (dated within one year of application) typing certificate verifying 35 or more net words per minute (online typing certificates will not be accepted). The position opens January 24, 2019 and is open continuous.

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

Salary $93,795.31 - $114,008.75 Annually

Update 3/24/2020: At this time, we will only accept online applications.

The City of Lincoln is hiring for the regular and full-time position of Public Safety Dispatcher I/II within the Police Department.  This position is open until filled; the first review of applications is April 15, 2019.  Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.

The Lincoln Police Department is authorized for 23 sworn officers, six dispatchers, and various other civilian and volunteer positions.  The dispatch center provides public safety dispatch services for the Lincoln Police Department and three Lincoln Fire stations. The communications center is staffed 24/7 and dispatchers work in pairs or solo. Public safety dispatchers answer emergency and non-emergency calls for police, fire and other city services.  Dispatchers prioritize calls and dispatch public safety units as needed.  Heavy phone and radio use is a primary duty of the position.  Other duties include clerical and specialized record keeping functions.

Under immediate supervision, this position performs a wide variety of technical and clerical law enforcement support duties related to taking police, fire and medical emergency requests for service from the public and tracks and dispatches field units as appropriate; gathers, records, maintains, retrieves and distributes law enforcement data and information; enters reports and data into a variety of automated law enforcement records systems; ensures that records and information are accurate, clear and comprehensive for law enforcement personnel and the general public; learns applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties; performs other related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Public Safety Dispatcher I is the entry level class in which incumbents learn to perform and perform Police Dispatcher duties under immediate supervision. This classification is alternatively staffed with Public Safety Officer II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher class.

The Public Safety Dispatcher II is the working level class in which incumbents are expected to perform the full range of Police Dispatcher duties with minimum supervision and apply sound judgment regarding their scope of authority in dispatching personnel. This classification is distinguished from the Community Service Officer series in that the latter performs duties involving work in taking reports in the field and performing face-to-face public service activities.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED
The Public Safety Dispatcher I receives immediate supervision from the Police Office Supervisor or a Watch Commander. Incumbents of this class do not routinely exercise supervision. The Public Safety Dispatcher II receives supervision from the Police Office Supervisor or a Watch Commander. Incumbents of this class do not routinely exercise supervision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Include but are not limited to the following:

• Receives and enters calls for police, fire and medical service in CAD; dispatches and tracks field units; interprets level of service needed through information obtained from field officers or citizens; coordinates multi-agency responses when necessary; transfers calls to appropriate agencies if warranted.
• Responds to questions and concerns from the general public, department staff and other agencies; takes and records telephone and counter reports; provides information as appropriate and resolves service issues and complaints.
• Enters and maintains accurate data and information into the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (CLETS) including stolen vehicles, and missing and unidentified persons; enters and retrieves information from a variety of state and local automated systems; validates selected records from the Department of Justice files including vehicles, boats and missing persons; releases impounded vehicles; processes reports and citations; collects and maintains statistical information.
• Learns and develops an understanding of applicable policies, procedures, and work methods associated with assigned duties.
• Photocopies and distributes crime, incident, arrest and accident reports to the general public and various agencies such as the Department of Justice (DOJ), California Highway Patrol, District Attorney, Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and insurance companies; prepares reports for court; applies federal, state and local laws when releasing information.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS
This position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily office activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in preparing reports and retrieving and entering data using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading work related documents and using the computer, and acute hearing is required when providing phone, dispatch and face to face service. The need to lift, drag, and push files, paper, and documents weighing up to 25 pounds also is required.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS
The following are a representative sample of the KAS’s necessary to perform essential duties of the position. The level and scope of the knowledge and abilities listed below vary between the I and II levels.

Knowledge of: Civil, criminal, and municipal provisions relating to the various activities of the Police Department; law enforcement, fire, and other operating procedures and functions of the Department as they relate to the dispatch function; geography of the City and the surrounding environment; legal and procedural techniques and regulations regarding transmission and reception of public safety radio traffic; basic radio and related equipment maintenance.

Ability to: Perform a variety of complex work with speed and accuracy; remain calm under emergency situations; learn to operate specialized law enforcement automated information and communication systems; work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and split shifts; learn basic Spanish speaking skills that allow for communication regarding addresses, locations, time descriptions, etc.; interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations; read, interpret and record data accurately; organize, prioritize and follow-up on work assignments; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Skill to: Operate an office computer and a variety of word processing and software applications; effectively operate specialized law enforcement automated information and communication systems; type accurately from clear copy at a rate of 35 words per minute.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

To be considered, candidates must possess one of the following at the time of application:

• POST Entry-Level Dispatcher Exam with a T-score of 48 or higher, dated within 24 months of application (We do not accept CritiCall scores at this time).
• A valid POST-certified Public Safety Dispatcher Basic Course Certificate
• A valid POST Dispatcher Basic Certificate

The process may include an in-basket exercise, individual interviews, panel interviews and/or other related components.  Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to the process. The candidate selected for the position will be required to complete a background check including reference checks, fingerprint check, medical/drug-test evaluation and/or other related components.

Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities.  Please advise HR of any special needs a minimum of five days in advance of the selection process exam by calling (916) 434-3229. The City of Lincoln is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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PUBLIC SAFETY CADET

Casual (Part-Time) Positions

(15 - 20 hours per week)

(Job Code 9250 - Casual Public Safety Cadet)

Note: A current (issued and printed within the last 30 days) California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Driver's Record printout is required for this position. The DMV Driver's Record printout must be submitted at time of application.

Student Status Required: To be eligible for employment as a casual (part-time) Public Safety Cadet, candidates must be currently enrolled as a college student with a minimum course load of six units per semester or ten units per quarter. 

Please submit application materials as soon as possible to be considered for the position as this announcement may close without notice.

Under supervision, performs clerical duties, tasks and assignments; assists with public safety training program(s); performs errands; and, other similar duties, as assigned, within the Department of Public Safety. There may be some lifting, loading and moving of heavy items.

To watch a video with information on careers with the Department of Public Safety, please click on the following link:sunnyvale.ca.gov/Departments/PublicSafety/Recruiting.aspx.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years old;
• Must possess a valid California driver's license;
• Ability to act in a courteous and effective manner when dealing with the general public both by telephone and in person;
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions;
  Ability to read, write, spell and speak clearly in English;
• Ability to pass a comprehensive background investigation which includes a polygraph examination, credit history, driving record, criminal activity, military and employment records, and character references (in accordance with the minimum standards for employment issued by the California POST Commission);
• Willingness to abide by the Public Safety Cadet Code of Ethics;
• Willingness to wear a department-issued uniform;
• Willingness to work up to 20 hours a week, including some weekends and evenings.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS APPLICATION PROCESS
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your City of Sunnyvale employment application, supplemental questionnaire, and a current (issued and printed within the last 30 days) DMV Driver's Record printout to the Department of Human Resources.

City application forms, completed in full, responses to the required supplemental questions, as well as a current (issued within the last 30 days) original DMV Record printout are required. Resumes are optional and are not accepted in lieu of the application. Electronic applications may be submitted on-line through the City's employment page atwwwjobs.inSunnyvale.com or application materials may be submitted to: Department of Human Resources, 505 West Olive Avenue, Suite 200, Sunnyvale, CA 94088. Faxes will not be accepted. Incomplete applications will also not be accepted.