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The Stanislaus Council of Governments Invites Applications for the Position

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ASSISTANT TRANSPORTATION PLANNER / ASSOCIATE TRANSPORTATION PLANNER

Annual Salary Range:  Assistant Transportation Planner:  $55,311 to $74,160
Associate Planner - Transit:  $64,890 to $85,078

Final Filing Date:  Open Until Filled

THE POSITION:
The Stanislaus Council of Governments (StanCOG) is seeking qualified candidates for Transportation Planner positions at either the Assistant Transportation Planner OR Associate Transportation Planner level to perform professional level work in the field of regional and urban transportation planning and related work as required. 

This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the implementation of the brand new Measure L Transportation Ordinance and Expenditure Plan for the Stanislaus region.  This measure raised the sales tax in Stanislaus County on April 1, 2017, by one‑half cent for 25 years to improve local streets and roads, improve connectivity and reduce congestion. In this position, you will have an active role to ensure that road, transit, bike and pedestrian improvement projects and programs approved by the voters are funded and delivered. 

Under direction, this position performs professional planning duties related to the planning, programming and funding of transportation projects in the Stanislaus Region; represents StanCOG at a variety of policy and planning development meetings with state and federal agencies, local jurisdictions, and the public; ensures that projects are completed within established timelines and budget parameters; provides complex technical planning and research expertise to assist management in analysis of regional policy issues; performs special projects as assigned and related work as required.

The Assistant Transportation Planner is an entry-level classification within the Professional Planner series and is distinguished from the Associate Transportation Planner by the level of skills, knowledge, education and experience.  Initially under close supervision, incumbents perform routine planning and programming duties while learning StanCOG policies and procedures and becoming familiar with various systems and practices. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and complex and work is performed with greater independence.  Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of an Associate Transportation Planner, but are not expected to function at the same skill level and typically exercise less independent decision making and judgment in the performance of assigned duties.

The decision to offer the position at an Assistant Transportation Planner OR Associate Transportation Planner level will be made at the end of the recruitment process based on these considerations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Include, but are not limited to the following:

• Develops and manages the Federal (FTIP), State (STIP) and Regional (RTIP) Transportation Improvement Programs.
• Prepares amendments; interprets and explains regulations, procedures and guidance.
• Researches, compiles, analyzes and summarizes information, prepares and maintains financial spreadsheets and establishes and maintains a complex and comprehensive database.
• Represents StanCOG in statewide and regional transportation funding meetings; conducts research and analysis regarding federal and state transportation funding legislation.
• Administers grant programs, assists staff, management and representatives from local jurisdictions in the research and development of applications for grant funding.
• Plans, coordinates and facilitates a variety of policy and planning committee and public participation meetings to present information, to promote programs and services, to stimulate discussion and/or facilitate consensus.
• Plans, schedules, prioritizes and assigns planning projects and activities for the programming staff; communicates status of projects to executive management and works cooperatively to schedule activities according to established and specific operational priorities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Education and Experience:

Assistant Transportation Planner

• A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university with a major in regional, urban or transportation planning, community development, public policy or a closely related field.
• Sub-professional or professional planning experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two (2) years.

Note:  Experience with a Geographic Information System (GIS) including conversion of mapping data and databases and development and documentation of related procedures is desirable.

Associate Transportation Planner

• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in regional, urban or transportation planning, community development, public policy or a related field; and two years of professional regional, urban transportation or planning experience; OR
• A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in majors listed above and one year of progressively responsible professional regional, urban, transportation or transit planning and project management experience.

Knowledge of:
Principles, practices of regional, urban and/or transportation planning and policy development; principles of effective project management; local state and federal transportation funding mechanisms; effective public speaking and presentation techniques; modern office procedures, standard computer software systems and equipment.

Ability to:
Perform complex professional planning work with significant initiative and minimum supervision; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during performance of work duties and responsibilities; effectively organize, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects and tasks with successful completion under critical timelines; analyze and compile technical, financial and statistical information and prepare reports; communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; analyze complex problems and identify logical solutions.

ABOUT THE AGENCY:
The Stanislaus Council of Governments is an association of city and county governments created to address regional transportation issues. It is a federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), a state designated Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA), and the Local Transportation Authority (LTA) for the Stanislaus region.

THE STANISLAUS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

On Behalf of The Stanislaus Council of Governments (StanCOG)

Regional Government Services (RGS) is conducting a recruitment for the position

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ASSISTANT PLANNER - TRANSIT / ASSOCIATE PLANNER - TRANSIT

Annual Salary Range:  Assistant Planner - Transit:  $55,311 to $74,160

Associate Planner - Transit:  $64,890 to $85,078

Final Filing Date:  Open Until Filled

THE POSITION:

The Stanislaus Council of Governments (StanCOG) is seeking qualified candidates for Transit Planner positions at either the Assistant Transit Planner OR Associate Transit Planner level to perform professional level work in the field of regional and urban transportation planning and related work as required. 

This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the implementation of the brand new Measure L Transportation Ordinance and Expenditure Plan for the Stanislaus region.  This measure raised the sales tax in Stanislaus County on April 1, 2017, by one‑half cent for 25 years to improve local streets and roads, improve connectivity and reduce congestion. In this position, you will have an active role to ensure that road, transit, bike and pedestrian improvement projects and programs approved by the voters are funded and delivered. 

This position performs professional planning duties related to the development of transportation plans, programs and projects focused on transit services in the Stanislaus Region; represents StanCOG at a variety of policy and planning development and/or public outreach meetings; coordinates comparative studies and planning projects within established timelines and budget parameters; administers contracts; performs special projects as assigned and related work as required.

The Assistant Planner is an entry-level classification within the Professional Planner series and is distinguished from the Associate Planner by the level of skills, knowledge, education and experience.  Initially under close supervision, incumbents perform routine planning and programming duties while learning StanCOG policies and procedures and becoming familiar with various systems and practices. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and complex and work is performed with greater independence.  Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of an Associate Planner, but are not expected to function at the same skill level and typically exercise less independent decision making and judgment in the performance of assigned duties.

The decision to offer the position at an Assistant Planner or Associate Planner level will be made at the end of the recruitment process based on these considerations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Include, but are not limited to the following:

• Researches, compiles, analyzes and presents statistical and technical data in written, graphic and/or oral reports for use by management and staff, partner agencies, committees for a range of regional, transportation and environmental planning matters.
• Represents StanCOG programs, services, projects, and policies to community groups, representatives from public agencies, private sector and the general public; and serves as liaison with partner agencies, transit operators and other organizations.
• Develops and maintains a variety of complex files, records, spreadsheets and databases pertinent to assigned planning and/or project activities.
• Conducts grant research, writes grant proposals and assists partner agencies with the preparation, review and administration of grant and funding applications for transportation related projects.
• Plans, coordinates and facilitates a variety of policy and planning committee and public participation meetings to present information, to promote programs and services, to encourage discussion and/or gain consensus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Education and Experience:

Assistant Planner

• A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university with a major in regional, urban or transportation planning, community development, public policy or a closely related field.
• Sub-professional or professional planning experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two (2) years.

Note:  Experience with a Geographic Information System (GIS) including conversion of mapping data and databases and development and documentation of related procedures is desirable.

Associate Planner

• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in regional, urban or transportation planning, community development, public policy or a related field; and two years of professional regional, urban transportation or planning experience; OR
• A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in majors listed above and one year of progressively responsible professional regional, urban, transportation or transit planning and project management experience.

Knowledge of:
Principles, practices and funding sources for transportation, planning, and related project development and implementation; Transportation Development Act (TDA); principles of effective project management, including team and budget development; effective public speaking and presentation techniques; modern office procedures, standard computer software systems and equipment.

Ability to:
Perform complex professional planning work with significant initiative and minimum supervision; effectively organize, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects and tasks with successful completion under critical timelines; analyze and compile technical and statistical information and prepare reports; communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships; effectively conduct meetings and make presentations to a variety of groups to facilitate consensus and/or promote programs, projects.

ABOUT THE AGENCY:

The Stanislaus Council of Governments is an association of city and county governments created to address regional transportation issues. It is a federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), a state designated Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA), and the Local Transportation Authority (LTA) for the Stanislaus region.

THE STANISLAUS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

On Behalf of The Stanislaus Council of Governments (StanCOG)

Regional Government Services (RGS) Invites Applications for the Position

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PLANNING TECHNICIAN

Annual Salary Range:  $47,380 to $63,860

Final Filing Date:  Open Until Filled
 

THE POSITION:

The Planning Technician is a paraprofessional classification within the Planner series and provides routine technical and administrative support to StanCOG management, staff and activities as assigned.  Under general supervision, the position provides routine technical and administrative support to StanCOG management, staff and activities as assigned; establishes and maintains a variety of complex program and/or project files, records and databases and runs scheduled and ad hoc reports; gathers, compiles and analyzes technical and statistical data and develops related reports, charts, and graphic displays; arranges and coordinates a variety of meetings; reviews and edits staff reports and other publications for grammatical accuracy and format; processes a variety of program/project related documents including committee agendas, advertising flyers and billing inserts; may monitor the agency website to ensure that program content is current; may provide staff support to advisory committees; and performs special projects and related work as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Include, but are not limited to the following:

• Responds verbally and in writing to inquiries regarding program and/or project activities, services, policies, and processes of assigned area.
• Establishes and maintains a variety of complex files, records and databases pertinent to program and/or project activities and services and runs scheduled and ad hoc reports.
• Gathers, compiles and analyzes technical and statistical data and develops related reports, charts, presentations and graphic displays.
• Reviews and edits staff reports and other publications for grammatical accuracy and format.
• Schedules and coordinates a variety of meetings with internal staff and external contacts on and off site.
• Processes a variety of program and project related documents including, committee agendas, advertising flyers and billing inserts.
• Writes/Prepares staff reports, technical memorandums, briefings, letters.
• May be assigned to monitor the StanCOG website to ensure that planning program content is current.
• May provide staff support to advisory committees.
• May provide customer service as backup to reception staff.
• Performs special projects and related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Education and Experience:

• An Associate Degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university with a major in regional planning, community development, pre-engineering or a closely related field;  OR
• One (1) year of experience in transportation planning, data gathering, analysis and report development and database development and maintenance. 

Knowledge of:

• Basic principles of urban, regional, transit, and transportation planning.
• Principles and techniques of research, statistical analysis. 
• Effective and appropriate public contact and telephone techniques.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary and punctuation.
• Business letter writing and basic report preparation.
• Business arithmetic and statistical techniques.
• Record keeping principles and practices.
• Modern office procedures and the operation of standard office equipment.
• Effective use of a personal computer and applicable software applications.

Ability to:

• Manage time and resources effectively while handling multiple concurrent assignments.
• Perform the full range of assigned technical and administrative support duties.
• Research, compile, analyze, interpret and prepare a variety of statistical and administrative reports.
• Develop and maintain complex program/project files, records and databases.
• Perform mathematical and statistical calculations with accuracy and precision.
• Understand and follow technical oral and written instructions.
• Understand and apply pertinent laws, regulations and policies.
• Learn and understand StanCOG policies, procedures, operations, programs and functions.
• Learn and effectively use  StanCOG’s automated systems and software applications.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Effectively operate a calculator, personal computer and other standard office equipment.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during the performance of work duties and responsibilities.
• Work flexible hours and evenings for meetings, events and conferences.
• Perform essential duties of job without causing harm to self or others.      

Licenses/Certification Required:    

Possession of a valid class C California Driver’s license, proof of automobile insurance and a satisfactory driving record because limited driving may be required.

THE AGENCY:

The Stanislaus Council of Governments (StanCOG) is an association of city and county governments created to address regional transportation issues.  It is a federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), a state designated Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA) and the Local Transportation Authority (LTA) for the Stanislaus region.

THE STANISLAUS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We are seeking an innovative and proactive Building Official (Building Division Manager) with a positive, forward-thinking perspective.  The Building Official (Building Division Manager) will manage all building division functions (building permit issuance, plan check and building inspections).  The position reports to the Deputy Community Development Director for Planning and Development.

The Building Official (Building Division Manager) will assist in integrating the City’s vision and goals with the business strategy of the Community Development Department; managing, planning and organizing Community Development services, programs, and operations; developing and implementing policy; crafting and accomplishing department and City objectives, goals, and performance metrics within guidelines established by the City Council and City Manager.  The Building Official (Building Division Manager) must exercise a high degree of judgment and discretion along with political acumen and an understanding of the needs of the community.

FIREFIGHTER

2  anticipated positions available

Salary: $3,757 – 4,756 monthly (paid bi-weekly) **CURRENTLY IN CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS**

Tentatively scheduled to Open:  Thursday, August 23, 2018

Closed:  Monday, September 3, 2018

 Interview Panel:  Mid-September

HOW TO APPLY

Candidates who are active on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List, on or before August 23, 2018, will be eligible to apply and may be considered for interviews. Candidates must have a valid CPAT card dated within twelve (12) months of August 23, 2018. The City of Ceres will receive a list of eligible candidates from FCTC on August 23, 2018 and will notify selected candidates of their eligibility to apply for this position by email invitation only.

YOU MUST UPLOAD THE FOLLOWING CERTIFICATES AS A SINGLE PDF DOCUMENT: CPAT, EMT, CPR/AED, HAZMAT First Responder Operations and FIREFIGHTER 1 or FIRE ACADEMY. Candidates must apply through CalOpps, via the special link provided on or after August 22, 2018.

Summary Description

Under general supervision, performs various duties to protect life, property, and the environment including to respond to emergency medical, fire, rescue, and hazardous materials alarms and public service calls; maintains firefighting, emergency medical, and associated vehicles, apparatus, and equipment; performs the full range of fire suppression duties; provides basic life support emergency medical assistance; conducts fire prevention inspection and public education programs including fire safety inspections of buildings; and conducts and participates in firefighting, fire prevention, public education, disaster preparedness, and related training activities.

Representative Duties

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1.       Respond to fire, emergency medical, rescue, and hazardous material alarms and emergency calls to protect life, property, and environment; perform tasks to suppress or control fires, limit damage, and reduce injury and death caused by fires, accidents, or other calamities; respond to non-emergency calls for service as necessary.

2.       Assist in all phases of fire suppression; place fire hoses; set ladders; ventilate and enter burning structures to extinguish fires and rescue victims; operate pneumatic and auxiliary equipment such as generators and pumps.

3.       Perform tasks that support the activities of emergency medical services (EMS) workers in providing emergency medical care; perform emergency medical tasks in patient care and administers basic life support at the EMT level to victims of injury or illness.

4.       Assist with annual equipment testing; perform routine and minor repairs and maintenance; identify needs for major repairs; maintain records of maintenance work performed.

5.       Assist with the cleaning and reloading of all equipment, tools, and apparatus upon completion of fire or emergency response activities; repair and maintain air packs.

6.       Assist in the investigation of fire scenes to determine causes; preserve evidence and provides observations to investigators.

7.       Maintain skill levels, new equipment and procedure familiarization, and certifications that are relevant and/or required for assigned responsibilities; participate in drills and training exercises, classes, and activities including but not limited to those related to fire suppression, fire prevention, emergency medical service, hazardous material response, technical rescue, extrication, physical fitness, and other related areas.

8.       Participate in public relations, fire/safety education activities, and fire prevention activities including station tours, fire safety/fire suppression education away from the station, school education programs, group activities, fire drills, courtesy walk through visits, and phone inquiries.

9.       Present classes and other training to various groups including other employees, volunteers, and members of the general public in subjects related to fire service.

10.    Participate in fire and life safety inspections; perform routine inspections of commercial, industrial, residential, and other buildings; perform fire sprinkler, alarm, and hydrant flow tests; identify fire and life safety hazards; provide suggestions for correction; schedule re-inspections for verification of correction; submit reports as needed.

11.    Perform general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire station facilities and equipment; clean living quarters, kitchen, bathrooms, and other areas of the fire station.

12.    Perform special projects as assigned; assist in developing plans for special assignments such as emergency preparedness, hazardous communications, training programs, firefighting, hazardous materials, and emergency aid activities.

13.    Perform related duties as required.

Final Filing Date:
This position will close at 5:00 P.M. PST, Monday, August 20, 2018

Salary Range:
Five (5) Steps: $24.89 - $31.11/ hour; $4,314 - $5,392/ month

Summary:
Under general supervision, performs a variety of complex and responsible administrative duties for management positions, in accordance with District policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participates and assists in the preparation of comprehensive reports, compiles division budget submissions and relieves supervisor of routine personnel, budget, payroll and purchasing duties.
• Reviews, logs, determines priority of, and routes correspondence.
• Independently responds to letters and general correspondence of a routine nature.
• Reviews material upon completion for conformance to District requirements.
• Researches, compiles, and analyzes data for special projects.
• Supervises, initiates and maintains a variety of files and records.
• Reviews and proofs division brochures and technical manuals.
• Makes appointments and arranges conferences and meetings.
• Takes, edits, types, and distributes minutes.
• Independently responds to and addresses complaints and requests for information.
• Review office supply needs, monitors requisition and supply logs, and recommends purchases.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducts special studies relating to the development and implementation of clerical work methods and procedures.
• Provides administrative assistance to District Boards and Commissions and serves as secretary to a Board or Commissions, preparing the agenda and taking minutes of meetings.
• May be required to deliver documents or materials to various sites.
• May be required to periodically fill in as Receptionist.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
May be required to supervise, train and monitor Office Clerk or temporary employee.

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. *

Education/Experience:
One year certificate from a college or technical school, supplemented with specialized secretarial courses; three (3) years of increasingly responsible administrative assistant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as District policies, procedures, government regulations, leases, contracts. Ability to use correct English grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Ability to write routine reports and business correspondence. Ability to respond to inquiries and complaints, orally and in writing.

Math Ability:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure. Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percent.

Reasoning Ability:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, or oral form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situation.

Certificates and Licenses:
Ability to obtain Notary Public Certification within 6 months; California Driver’s License

Other Required Skills:
Ability to type accurately at 50 wpm; use word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, and graphic art/photo editing software, and access the Internet. Ability to handle a variety of tasks concurrently.

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. *
While performing the duties of this job the employee is not generally exposed to hazardous conditions. The noise level in the environment is moderate.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. *
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Selection Process:
Based on the information provided in the application documents, those candidates with the most desirable qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process.  Not all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.  Be sure to include all pertinent information regarding your education and experience.  Fill out the application completely; blank spaces may cause rejection; do not refer to resume.  Falsification or omission of material fact is cause for rejection, removal from the eligibility list, or dismissal.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Cover letters and resumes are encouraged and must be submitted online as attachments with the fully completed application. Applications must be submitted online by the filing deadline, or when the listed number of applications are received, whichever occurs first.

Examination: 
Candidate selection will be based on competitive examinations.  Test content will be related to the job.  A driver license will be requested for identification and admission to the testing area.  If there is more than one part to an examination, candidates must pass each part.  Candidates with passing scores will be asked to compete in successive parts of the examination.

• Written Test/Practical Exercise:  A written test and a practical exercise may be used, in addition to the appraisal interview. 
• Appraisal Interview:  A job related appraisal interview will be conducted to evaluate and compare participating candidates’ knowledge, skills, and abilities in relation to those factors which job analysis has determined to be essential for successful performance of the job.
• After the Appraisal Interview, the top candidates will be invited to a staff interview.

          All applicants will receive a written response to their standing in the selection process.

NOTE:     THE DISTRICT DOES NOT REIMBURSE APPLICANTS FOR TRAVEL, LODGING, OR OTHER EXPENSES RESULTING FROM THEIR PARTICIPATION IN THE SELECTION PROCEDURE.

In accordance with the Immigration and Control Act of 1986, the Conejo Recreation and Park District must verify that all new employees have written proof of their right to work in the United States at the time of hire.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES

The District encourages applications from qualified individuals with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.  Individuals who will require a reasonable accommodation to take a test as part of the selection process must notify Human Resources.  Applicants with disabilities that affect sensory, manual or speaking skills may be provided with a test in a format that does not require the use of the impaired skill.  Persons requesting reasonable accommodation will be required to provide documentation of such need.

Note:  The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

WASTEWATER OPERATOR I/II

The City of Ceres is pleased to offer the opportunity for a Wastewater Operator I or II. The level at which an individual is hired will be dependent on the applicant's qualifications, work experience and certifications. Ceres offers an excellent benefits package, currently including 100% employer paid medical premiums for several of the plan options and a retirement pension paid out upon eligible retirement from the City (reciprocity with CalPERS in some situations). 

Wastewater Operator I: $2,928 - $3,560 monthly (paid bi-weekly)

Wastewater Operator II: $3,232 - $3,929 monthly (paid bi-weekly)

**CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS CURRENTLY UNDERWAY**

Open: Thursday, August 2, 2018

Close date: Until filled or when 150 applications are received

First review of applications on Friday, August 17, 2018

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Summary Description

Under immediate supervision (Wastewater Operator I) or general supervision (Wastewater Operator II), performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and operation of the City's sanitary sewer system and wastewater treatment plant.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Wastewater Operator I - This is the entry level class in the Wastewater Operator series. This class is distinguished from the Wastewater Operator II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters related to established procedures and guidelines as are positions allocated to the II level. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience. Employees work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks.

Wastewater Operator II - This is the full journey level class within the Wastewater Operator series. This class is distinguished from the Wastewater Operator I by the assignment of the full range of duties assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and they are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

Representative Duties

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Operate and adjust controls on treatment plant equipment and machinery, such as valves, pumps and motors.
2. Grease and clean plant equipment; read and interpret meters and gauges; regulate plant effluent.
3. Monitor, repair, and maintain wastewater system lift stations; remove debris; disassemble and clean pumps; perform minor repairs when necessary.
4. Respond to emergency calls as needed; locate problems and operate sewer cleaning equipment to clear stoppages.
5. Collect samples and perform various lab tests.
6. Inspect and make repairs to plant equipment.
7. Perform general plant maintenance work such as sweeping, cleaning, sanding and painting of equipment and facilities.
8. Assist in operating video inspection system.
9. Perform general grounds maintenance work.
10. Rod sanitary sewers; install and repair sanitary sewer laterals and trunk lines.
11. Enter and work in permitted confined spaces and underground trenches.
12. Locate, mark and notify sewer lines per USA (underground service alert) requirements.
13. Observe and enforce safety precautions.
14. May temporarily be assigned to work with other City departments as needed.
15. Operate trucks, tractors and other motorized equipment of comparable size and complexity.
16. Perform related duties as required.

Please see the job description and announcement below.

Please see the job description and announcement below.