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Overview:

The position of Systems Control Operator III is responsible for remotely monitoring, operating, and controlling Valley Water’s raw water system, including local and imported raw water transmission facilities, three pumping plants, and appurtenances to control the flow of water from the Raw Water Control Center during an assigned shift.

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 protection, 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:

• Maintain and operate automated controls to ensure that commitments and daily schedules are met according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Remotely control the flow of water through turnouts to achieve the demands of three water treatment plants and adequate delivery of water for managed groundwater recharge and environmental stream flows.
• Validate unusual readings of flow, pressure, and Hydraulic Grade Line (HGL) by contacting field personnel for verification; notify supervisor or maintenance personnel of unusual conditions.
• Monitor stream flow stations to prevent dry back conditions that result in violations of state and federal fish and wildlife ordinances.
• Confer with the water treatment plant operators, other internal staff, and personnel from other utilities regarding system operation.
• Explain the system's SOPs to visitors.
• Observe and inspect pumps, motors, generators, and related equipment for safe and proper operation; coordinate high-voltage and general switching orders in dealing with Western Area Power Authority (WAPA) and Pacific Gas and Electricity (PG&E).
• Issue internal and external switching and clearance orders; bypass portions of the system during emergencies or planned maintenance shutdowns; and ensure lockout/tagout procedures are completed before maintenance activities commence.
• Perform confined space entry functions in the completion of assigned tasks; ensure adherence to established safety procedures and precautions.
• Maintain detailed logs and records of work performed; issue source change notifications; and prepare clear and concise reports, as requested.
• Interact with Valley Water's Emergency Operations Center (EOC), field operations personnel, and County communications personnel to resolve emergency flood control situations during periods of heavy rain.
• Work 12-hour, day or night shifts on weekdays or weekends on a rotating basis every six months.
• Work on-call during the weekends and nights on a rotating basis.
• Communicate with external customers such as the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) and San Benito County Water District and internal customers (water treatment plants operators, water resources technicians, and hydrographers) about operations such as shutdowns; coordinate with customers to ensure they receive deliveries; and communicate, plan, and orchestrate system.
• Use pressure monitoring devices to find leaks in pipelines.
• Follow safety regulations and applicable safety policies and procedures.
• Serve as a disaster service worker and perform disaster service activities as may be assigned by supervisor or law, pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100.
• Perform all related duties and responsibilities as required.

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:

• 5+ years of experience in local and remote monitoring, operations, and control of multiple water storage and distribution systems and facilities.
• Proficient in working in the Microsoft Office Suite
• Experienced in creating and revising SOPs
• Keen on having a sense of urgency
• Experienced with effectively communicating with State, Federal, city, and town officials as related to emergency scenarios

Ideal Skills and Abilities:

• Operate a computer-based system to monitor and control water conveyance and distribution
• Locally and remotely monitor, analyze, and control pumping plant operations 
• Recognize unusual operating conditions and take appropriate actions 
• Work independently in the absence of supervision 
• Write SOPs

Ideal Knowledge:

• Operations, services, and activities of a water supply, flood control, and environmental stewardship systems 
• Principles, practices, methods, and maintenance requirements involved in the operation of water transmission, distribution, and storage facilities and equipment
• Operational principles and maintenance requirements of pumping facilities and equipment 
• Operational principles of power generation, transmission, and distribution equipment including pipelines, pumps, valves, motors, and generators 
• Valley Water's and regulatory agencies' policies and procedures governing the control and release of water including California Department of Fish and Wildlife, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, Western Agricultural Processors Association, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries, Parks and Recreation, Department of Water Resources, Department of Safety of Dams, and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices 
• Principles of business writing and report preparation
• Operational characteristics of remote system control devices
• Principles and practices of hydrology and hydraulics

Ideal Training and Education:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade

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.

The possession of a California Water Distribution Certificate (D2 or higher) is desired/preferred

To review the Classification Specification, please click here (Download PDF reader)

Raw Water Operations Unit (Position Code 323)
 
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 requires the individual to be on-site and is typically not a teleworking position. 

Description

 

The Position:

Silicon Valley Power (SVP), the City of Santa Clara’s Electric Utility, is seeking two (2) skilled and customer-focused Information Technology Systems Specialists to support the utility’s end-user computing environment.

This position is part of SVP’s Systems Support Group (SSG) — the technology backbone of the utility — which provides reliable, high-quality technical support and systems management for SVP’s staff and operations. As a growing division, SSG supports a broad range of technology projects and modernization initiatives, including those driven by the unprecedented growth in the utility’s service area.

The Information Technology Systems Specialist plays a key role in help desk and deskside support operations, providing timely and effective technical assistance to end users. Core responsibilities include diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and connectivity issues; performing system deployments, imaging, and upgrades; managing user accounts and access; and maintaining comprehensive technical documentation. Additional duties include helpdesk management, application packaging, patch management, group policy administration, software installation and licensing, VOIP and telephony support, VPN/RDP connectivity, and ensuring the overall reliability and security of end-user devices and systems.

The ideal candidates will demonstrate strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. This position also participates in an on-call and after-hours support rotation, providing critical technical support and ensuring the availability of key systems during emergencies or planned maintenance activities.

The City:

The City of Santa Clara is a "full service" city – one of only a few communities in the Bay Area that has its own police, fire, library, recreation, and electric, water, and sewer utilities, as well as all of the other departments and civic amenities expected in a thriving community. Santa Clara is a family-oriented and business-friendly city, led by a city government that has developed an award-winning ethics program and a commitment to fostering public trust. Located in Santa Clara County at the southern tip of San Francisco Bay, about 45 miles south of San Francisco, Santa Clara is a strategic regional hub, convenient to freeways, airports, railroads, expressways, light rail, and other public transportation.  

The Department:

As a community owned, not-for-profit municipal electric utility, Silicon Valley Power (SVP) has been providing dependable electric service to the City of Santa Clara residents and businesses since 1896. SVP is the only full service, vertically integrated publicly owned utility in Silicon Valley owning generation, transmission and distribution assets. Silicon Valley Power is not driven by profits, as reflected in its significantly lower utility rates when compared to other private sector utilities. Silicon Valley Power is dedicated to our community, customers, and employees. SVP provides safe reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy services with exceptional customer focus.

Today, SVP owns, operates and participates in more than 2,000 MW of electric generating resources delivering 4,800 GWh of electricity. SVP's expansion plan will double our system capacity over the next ten years. This includes over 30 strategic initiatives in four distinct areas: Utility Performance Excellence, Customer Engagement and Satisfaction, Progress and Innovation Focus, and Community and Environmental Stewardship. High-profile customers include large corporations such as Intel, Applied Materials, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and NVIDIA

Additional Information: 

Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write “see resume, NA, or personnel file.”). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Complete City Application, 2) Resume, and 3) Supplemental Questions. A cover letter is encouraged but not required. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov. Applications must be submitted by the filing deadline of November 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM.

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED ABOVE.  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.MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS.  ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. 

The annual salary range for this position is $122,040.48 - $155,706.48.  This position may be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range. 

 

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• A Bachelor's Degree from a college or university with major work in computer science, software engineering, technology hardware, or a related field; and
• One (1) year of programming experience in one or more high level structured program languages, networking, and/or operating systems management.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTION
Additional qualifying experience may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required education, up to a maximum of four (4) years.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
None.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience working with municipal utilities or in a telecommunications environment;
• Possession of advanced computing, computer technician, and/or cybersecurity certificates, such as A+, Security +, etc.);
• Experience with Operating Systems (such as Windows, Apple OSX, and iOS, Linux, etc.) and Microsoft 365 or other cloud-based platform; and
• Experience with virtualization software (such as VMWare and Hyper-V).

When assigned to the Electric Utility Operations Division, in addition to the above:
• Experience with Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), microprocessor-based relays, and the Distributed Network Protocol (DNP); and
• Experience using Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
• May be required to work unusual hours and weekends in the performance of their duties and be available on an "on call" basis.
• Incumbents will be required to pass initial and periodic comprehensive background checks, which may include fingerprinting, to meet Federal, State and/or industry security requirements.
• Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

 

Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview may be required prior to appointment.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. 

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: This position qualifies for Veteran’s Preference Points.  Applicants who have separated from service (Active Duty Status) must submit proof of honorable discharge (Form DD214) with their application at time of filing or will be ineligible to have points added to their final score.

The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov. 

City of Sunnyvale

 

Library Specialist II, Part-Time

Regular Part-Time Employment Opportunity

 

The final filing date is Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 5:00 pm or after receiving 100 qualified and complete applications, whichever is first.

 

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking to fill the position of Library Specialist II, Part-Time with a friendly, confident, energetic, and highly motivated individual with great customer service, technical and interpersonal skills.

 

The ideal candidate will have experience working closely with the public in a fast-paced customer-driven environment. They will possess strong communication, multitasking, and teamwork skills, and demonstrate the ability to provide excellent customer service to members of the public and staff alike.

 

The list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies in the Library and Recreation Services Department which includes our Main Library and/or the future opening of Lakewood Branch Library.

 

Minimum Qualifications

 

Education/Experience

 

 

Graduation from high school or tested equivalent; AND,
Six months of clerical, customer service or library work experience.

A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the required supplemental questions.  The position opens on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 and the final filing date is Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 5:00 pm or after receiving 100 qualified and complete applications.  Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. 

Salary:  $24.25 - $30.95 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/5106135/library-specialist-ii-part-time

 

Job Description Link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sunnyvale/classspecs/1302584

The City of Saratoga has an open recruitment for a full-time Park Maintenance Lead Worker in the Public Works Department. The incumbent will report to the Park Maintenance Division Manager. The Lead Worker performs all duties consistent with the Maintenance Worker I/II/III classifications and is distinguished by the level of difficulty of the work performed. The Lead Worker supports the Park Maintenance Division Manager by assisting with special projects, bid review, contractor/vendor coordination, and review of contracts and purchase orders. Additionally, the Lead Worker is responsible for leading and training a crew of maintenance workers, providing field direction within parameters established by the Division Manager, and delivering excellent customer service to the public, contractors, vendors, and City staff.

Typical duties may include but are not limited to: Ensures that work schedules developed by the Manager are effectively implemented and adhered to; Assists the Manager with coordination of special maintenance projects including bid review and contractor/vendor oversight; Troubleshoots equipment problems; Secures tools, materials and equipment required for assigned jobs; Trains assigned staff on the safe, effective operations of equipment prior to authorizing use of the equipment; Ensures safe practices are followed and maintains thorough knowledge of division emergency procedures; Recommends purchasing of necessary supplies and equipment; Assists the Manager with review of contracts and purchase orders; Prepares a variety of written records and reports related to the work; Assists in the review and evaluation of work performance of subordinate staff; Reads and interprets plans, blueprints, manuals, and specifications; Assists in monitoring the division's budget, analyzes cost effectiveness of services and makes recommendations in support of cost control budget initiatives; Maintains strong working relationships and provides excellent customer service to the public, contractors, vendors, and City staff.

View the full job description.

Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and here to learn more about San José.

The City of San José is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of San José is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 408-535-1285, 711 (TTY), or via email at CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov.

About the Department

 

Are you ready to join a team that is “Building Community Through Fun?”

Are you ready to make a difference?

The City of San José’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services (PRNS) is looking for people who want to make San José a better place to live. Our mission is to connect people through parks, recreation and neighborhood services for an active San José. ActivateSJ, PRNS’ latest strategic work plan, is committed to establishing healthy communities that inspire belonging by following the guiding principles of stewardship, nature, equity & access, identity and public life.
  
The Department creates and activates thriving places where people live, work, play, and learn, which include 48 community centers, 10 regional parks, over 200 neighborhood parks, Happy Hollow Park & Zoo, 290 playgrounds and almost 63 miles of trails, programs and services that touch the lives of individuals and families in our community. We take a fun approach to public service, and value the public’s trust. Our team is collaborative, supportive, and innovative. We are a fast-paced organization that takes decisive action after thoughtful planning.
  
For more information, please visit activatesj.org.

 

Position Duties

 

The total salary range for the Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Supervisor classification is $112,563.36 - $137,220.72 annually.

This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience. 

The Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services (PRNS) Department is currently seeking to fill one (1) Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Supervisor positions in the Recreation Division.

The Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Supervisor positions perform duties that may require knowledge in a variety of subject areas, such as recreation, therapeutic recreation programs, and/or gerontology recreation programs, and care and shelter coordination; may be responsible for ensuring the proper maintenance and operation of City Parks by supervising interpretive and education programs for City park users, ensuring safe, secure parks; maintaining and conserving natural features and wildlife in City parks and coordinating emergency services within parks, such as search and rescue and fire suppression. The positions must have the ability to constantly adjust to changing conditions and support a wide variety of customers, agencies, and department staff. 

Bilingual applicants speaking a second language such as Spanish or Vietnamese are encouraged to apply.   

The Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Supervisor (PRFS) assigned to the Recreation Division performs duties that may require knowledge in a variety of subject areas, such as recreation, therapeutic recreation programs, and/or gerontology recreation programs. The PRFS may be assigned to Community Center operations, Citywide service areas (including leisure, seniors, therapeutics, or aquatics). Community Center operations include responsibilities in leading a team at a multi service HUB including seniors, adults, and youth programs in addition to recreation programming throughout the Council District at satellite sites. PRFS’ assigned to Citywide roles will be responsible for the administration and delivery of major citywide recreation programming related to the areas assigned to that PRFS. The positions must have the ability to constantly adjust to changing conditions and support a wide variety of customers, agencies, partners and department staff.

Responsibilities for these positions may include, but are not limited to the following: 

• Supervises, trains, and evaluates subordinate staff and their work. 
• Gathers and compiles routine statistical, program, race, and ethnicity data. 
• Prepares and reviews records, forms, reports, permit applications, and grant reporting.
• May handle cash and perform cash reconciliation, monitors and tracks budgets. 
• Prepares, controls, and implements budgets for specialized service programs within assigned area and provides budget input for personnel, equipment, supplies, and related items. 
• Estimates equipment, material, manpower, and time necessary for work completion; sets priorities. Ensures all City safety protocols are followed. Responsible for equipment and inventory control. 
• Ensures that recreation public facilities/structures are maintained in a clean, safe condition. Conserves and preserves natural open space for public enjoyment. Recommending improvements and inspects projects to maintain and restore natural resources in City Parks, undeveloped City/Park lands.
• Plans, coordinates, and supervises comprehensive recreation activities for all age groups. 
• Supervises public contact, liaison work, and preparation/presentation of programs related to recreation service programs.
• Provides information regarding services and programs available through all forms of media.
• Develops, reviews and/or supervises contracts for development, operations, projects, or sponsorships. 
• Supervises development of resources through fundraising, solicitation of donations or co-sponsorships, and obtaining grants to support programs.
• Responsible for administration of revenue generating activities including fee collections, revenue projections, and revenue analysis.
• May develop proposals for methods to enhance the facility or operation with non-traditional funding sources or alternative manpower resources. 
• Researches, evaluates, and recommends new and existing policy and/or organizational changes aimed at organizational development and improvements.
• Aligns program objectives and work plans with the goal of better supporting the department’s cost recovery, fee generation, and financial sustainability targets. 
• Performs other related work, as required. 
• If assigned to fieldwork, possess ability lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects (such as equipment) up to 50 pounds, or heavier weights, in all cases with the use of proper equipment.

 

Minimum Qualifications

 

Education and Experience: Two (2) years of undergraduate coursework from an accredited college or university (equivalent to 60 semester units or 90 quarter units) AND four (4) years increasingly responsible experience in the maintenance and operations of a park or administering recreation programs, including two (2) years in a lead capacity. 

Acceptable Substitution: Additional related experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis. A bachelor’s degree may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the required experience. There is no substitution for the lead experience. 

Required Licensing: As a condition of employment in some designated positions, possession of a valid State of California Class B driver's license with applicable endorsements may be required in the performance of job duties. 

 

Other Qualifications

 

Competencies

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

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.

• Ability to deal with the public in an effective manner.
• Ability to compile records and prepare reports.
• Ability to coordinate staff effectively in emergency situations.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to provide a variety of recreation programs.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public relations.
• Knowledge of revenue accounting proceeding.
• Knowledge of budget preparation methods and techniques.
• Ability to study policy and make recommendations for change.
• Ability to study organization and make recommendations for improvements.
• Knowledge of contract elements, negotiation and administration.
• Knowledge of planning and coordinating services for a variety of trade, business, educational, non-profit, theatrical, entertainment, industrial events and programs
• Knowledge of current crowd and public facility management.

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

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

Customer Service: Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor.

Fiscal Management: Understands the relationship of the budget and resources to the strategic plan; complies with administrative controls over funds, contracts, and procurements.

Leadership: Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational supports and direction.

Planning: Acts to align own unit's goals with the strategic direction of the organization; defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives, while ensuring the optimal use of resources to meet those objectives.

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

Project Management: Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives.

Supervision: Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness.

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. You must answer all questions to be considered, or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses.  Please be advised that use of AI content in your responses may result in your removal from the hiring process. 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.

 

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 be advised that use of AI content in your responses may result in your removal from the hiring process.

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. 

For more information and to apply, please visit:

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

Are you ready for the next step in your career? An opportunity is now open for City of Newark employees only – Vehicle Abatement Officer.

The City is now accepting applications for the position of Vehicle Abatement Officer in the Police Department. Under supervision, this position will respond to complaints from the public related to abandoned vehicles; enforce municipal and vehicle codes, and parking regulations; maintain records; and perform other duties as assigned. This is a non-sworn classification responsible for enforcing parking regulations, identifying, marking and tagging abandoned vehicles, and arranging for their removal.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education:

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• Six (6) months of experience dealing with the public in an enforcement, inspection, investigation, or high demand customer service capacity.

License and Certificate:

• Possession of a valid driver license and a satisfactory driving record throughout employment

VEHICLE ABATEMENT OFFICER - TEMPORARY (Approximately 20 hours per week)

The City is now accepting applications for the position of Vehicle Abatement Officer (Temporary) in the Police Department. Under supervision, this position will respond to complaints from the public related to abandoned vehicles; enforce municipal and vehicle codes, and parking regulations; maintain records; and perform other duties as assigned. This is a non-sworn classification responsible for enforcing parking regulations, identifying, marking and tagging abandoned vehicles, and arranging for their removal.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education:

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• Six (6) months of experience dealing with the public in a high demand customer service capacity, or law enforcement, inspection, or investigation.

License and Certificate:

• Possession of a valid driver license and a satisfactory driving record throughout employment

Environmental Programs Department

The Environmental Programs Group is responsible for environmental review of VTA’s capital projects, VTA’s Sustainability Program, and VTA’s Stormwater Management Program.  Environmental review includes preparation of federal and state environmental documents; compliance with environmental laws and regulations; acquisition of regulatory agency permits; management of mitigation plans and programs; and coordination on a wide range of environmental topics.  VTA’s Sustainability Program is responsible for reducing the consumption of natural resources and the generation of greenhouse gases in the provision of transportation services through utility management, transportation electrification, climate action planning, waste reduction, and education. VTA’s Stormwater Management Program is responsible for complying with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit known as MS4. The Program aims to reduce pollution of local creeks and the Bay through the implementation of best management practices in project design and construction, educational initiatives for staff and the public, and enhanced maintenance and sustainable landscaping.

What You'll Be Doing: 
Definition
Environmental Planner II: Under supervision, an Environmental Planner II manages environmental studies and environmental compliance programs; and assists in the review of land development applications and documents for impact on transportation systems and/or facilities; and supports VTA's sustainability program.

Environmental Planner III: Under direction, an Environmental Planner III performs comprehensive environmental planning, analysis, and administrative duties for transportation projects and environmental compliance programs.

Distinguishing Characteristics
Environmental Planner II: 
This is the journey level in the Environmental Planner class series. Positions at his level are expected to be conversant with relevant environmental laws, regulations, and guidelines in order to achieve compliance of transportation projects. Incumbents conduct environmental analysis of projects in concert with other staff and consultants and may have responsibility for management of the environmental phase of minor projects or for specific portions of larger projects. This classification reviews environmental documents and development applications received from cities/regional agencies for project impact on the transportation system and/or facilities.

Environmental Planner III: 
This is the advanced journey level in the Environmental Planning series. Positions at this level work independently on the largest and most complex projects directing, reviewing, and coordinating the work of assigned project staff, consultants, and representatives of other public agencies in multi-disciplinary teams. Incumbents conduct environmental analyses of transportation projects and programs with minimal supervision and are expected to be conversant in and achieve compliance with relevant environmental laws, regulations, and guidelines.

Positions at this level require the use of initiative and judgment in resolving problems and recommending effective courses of action. This classification is distinguished from the Environmental Planner II classification in that positions in this class may act in a lead capacity over the work of lower level staff and consultants.

Salary
Depending on qualifications, this vacancy may be filled at the II or III level. 
Environmental Planner II: $49.45 - $64.30 Hourly / $3,956.00 - $5,144.00 Biweekly / $102,856.10 - $133,743.90 Annually
Environmental Planner III: $53.95 - $70.15 Hourly / $4,316.00 - $5,612.00 Biweekly / $112,216.00 - $145,911.90 Annually

 

Typical Tasks
Environmental Planner II:

• Plans, coordinates, and reviews the work of a multi-disciplinary professional and technical staff and/or consultants conducting environmental studies of minor complexity;
• Manages and coordinates environmental planning, research and analysis of proposed VTA projects, including the planning, design, and construction phases of capital projects, maintenance and operation of facilities, and issuance of permits;
• Analyzes and evaluates the impact of proposed transportation projects and plans, and provides technical input to project design to mitigate adverse environmental effects and ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations;
• Organizes, prepares, and processes environmental documents, monitoring and reporting plans, technical reports and responses for transportation projects and plans;
• Prepares scopes of work, schedules, and budgets for program activities, and assists with negotiating consultant contracts;
• Prepares necessary applications and acquires permits from regulatory government agencies in compliance with environmental regulations;
• Coordinates, organizes, and presents environmental matters before commissions, governing bodies and at inter-agency and public meetings;
• Provides status of financial expenditures and account balances;
• Develops rationale for legally defensible nexus between transportation mitigation and project impacts;
• Reviews public and private land development referrals (General and Specific Plans, EIR, Notice of Preparation and Project Applications for Site Development, Planning Development, Subdivision, Zoning Changes);
• Develops cooperative arrangements and agreements between public and private sectors for development projects that impact transportation facilities;
• Performs related duties as required.

Environmental Planner III: 

• Implements federal, state, and local agency environmental laws, regulations, and guidelines relating to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA);
• Reviews development proposals received from cities/regional agencies and coordinates with various VTA divisions to prepare official VTA recommendations on development conditions and mitigation measures for said proposals;
• Tracks compliance with permit requirements or other regulatory agency conditions for projects;
• Plans, coordinates, reviews, directs, and oversees the work of multi-disciplinary professional and technical staff and/or consultants conducting complex and comprehensive environmental studies;
• Assists in the administration of VTA's Storm Water Management and Sustainability Programs;
• Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and projects that advance sustainability for VTA facilities and assets;
• Assists with the preparation of CEQA and NEPA environmental documents for large and complex planning, design, and construction projects and maintenance and operation of facilities;
• Acts as an advisor on environmental matters to VTA staff;
• Writes, organizes, prepares, reviews, and processes environmental documents, monitoring and reporting plans, complex technical reports, responses, and position statements for a variety of projects, including large and complex transportation-related projects and plans;
• Prepares mitigation monitoring and reporting plans/environmental commitment records;
• Reviews construction plans and specifications to ensure that environmental commitments are incorporated into contract documents;
• Tracks and documents compliance with project environmental commitments prior to, during, and following construction;
• Develops and manages environmental scopes of work, contracts, budgets, and schedules for capital projects;
• Assists with negotiating large-scale, high dollar-value consultant contracts;
• Oversees the work products of consultant staff, including quality control;
• Identifies and prepares necessary applications and acquires permits and authorizations from government agencies;
• Coordinates, organizes, and presents environmental matters before governing bodies, inter-agency committees, and public meetings;
• Performs related duties as required.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

Employment Standards
Environmental Planner II: 
Development of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is most typically obtained through training and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a four-year degree in environmental studies, natural or physical science, transportation or urban planning, or a related field, and one (1) year of experience in compliance or monitoring of environmental issues. (A Masters Degree in environmental, transportation, or urban planning or related discipline may be substituted for one year of the required experience).

Environmental Planner III:
Sufficient training, education, and experience to demonstrate possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Development of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is typically obtained through a combination of training and experience equivalent to a graduation from an accredited college or university with a four-year degree in environmental studies, natural or physical science, transportation or urban planning, or a related field, and four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in environmental planning, including preparing and processing environmental documents for compliance with federal, state, and local environmental laws, regulations, and guidelines; managing related environmental compliance and mitigation programs; and reviewing environmental documents and development applications for project impact on transportation systems and/or facilities. (A Masters Degree in transportation or urban planning or related discipline may be substituted for one year of the required experience).

 

Knowledge of:
Environmental Planner II: 

• Concepts, principles, techniques and legal aspects of transportation planning;
• Research and statistical methods;
• Governmental organizations and operations;
• Community interrelationships;
• Basic supervision methods and principles;
• Project management methods and techniques;
• Some positions may require knowledge of travel processes using regional network systems and sensitivity analysis;
• Some positions may require system measures of capacity, congestion, levels of service and traffic engineering techniques.

Environmental Planner III: 

• CEQA and NEPA and associated environmental regulations as applicable to transportation projects;
• Methods of environmental assessment and mitigation;
• Technical aspects of environmental analysis and planning;
• General understanding of storm water laws and regulations;
• Regulatory agency permitting processes;
• Processes for cultural resources consultation;
• Land development regulations and procedures;
• Principles and practices of urban and transportation planning;
• Methods of sustainable business practices;
• Operation of common office equipment including personal computers and common software applications;
• Methods of collaborative problem solving.

 

Ability to:
Environmental Planner II: 

• Analyze issues and numerical measures associated with transportation planning projects, including estimates derived from computer models, estimates of costs and benefits, and public input;
• Estimate and administer budgets for studies and schedule and manage planning projects;
• Perform analysis and make recommendations based on findings in studies, field observation, and public contacts;
• Write correspondence, Board memorandums, planning and technical reports, and fact sheets designed to be understood by all audiences, including the general public;
• Simultaneously manage multiple projects;
• Maintain project objective and integrity when conflicting interests may influence the project outcome;
• Resolve conflicts between contractors and VTA on the interpretation of contractor project responsibilities;
• Communicate effectively, both written and verbally;
• Establish and maintain effective relations with those contacted in the course of work.

Environmental Planner III:

• Effectively plan, organize, and oversee major projects and programs;
• Successfully manage and complete multiple projects concurrently;
• Effectively lead, train, and direct lower level staff and consultants;
• Communicate complex information and strategies, both orally and in writing, to both technical and non-technical audiences;
• Interpret maps, engineering drawings, and technical reports;
• Establish procedures, standards, schedules, and priorities;
• Effectively coordinate problem-solving efforts and resolve issues with planning, design engineering, construction, and facilities personnel, as well as consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies;
• Prepare, review, and evaluate technical reports and documents for accuracy, project-specific and programmatic applicability, legal sufficiency, and consistency with VTA policies and the policies of our partner agencies;
• Develop and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including professional, governmental, and community officials.