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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

PUBLIC WORKS OPERATIONS MANAGER

MONTHLY SALARY RANGE:  $6,067 – $7,743

APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JUNE 15, 2018 BY 5:00 P.M.

THE POSITION: The City of Los Banos is seeking an individual to fill the position of Public Works Operations Manager in the Public Works Department. This person performs a variety of duties including planning, organizing, directing and coordinating the activities of the operations division within the Public Works Department including Water Services, Wastewater Services, Solid Waste Services, Street Services, and Fleet Services of the City; providing leadership to staff and utilizing administrative and technical skills to provide highly complex staff assistance to the Public Works Director/City Engineer; and other duties as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  High School Diploma or equivalent; must possess a valid California Class C Driver License; Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Public Administration or related field; or proof of enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program with an accredited college or university within thirty (30) days following hire date. Must be actively pursuing Bachelor’s degree with a completion date within eighteen (18) months following hire date; Five (5) years of increasingly responsible technical, administrative or analytical experience in public works maintenance or related field; including two (2) years of supervisory responsibility and project management duties; and no record of arrest or conviction that may impair candidate’s ability to perform required duties.

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

PARKS & RECREATION OPERATIONS MANAGER

MONTHLY SALARY RANGE:  $5,670 – $7,238

APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JUNE 15, 2018 BY 5:00 P.M.

THE POSITION: The City of Los Banos is seeking an individual to fill the position of Public Works Operations Manager in the Public Works Department. This person performs a variety of duties including planning, organizing, directing and coordinating the activities of the Parks & Recreation Division within the Public Works Department including park and facilities maintenance, recreation services and airport operations; coordinating Parks & Recreation activities with other divisions and departments; providing leadership to staff and utilizing administrative and technical skills to provide highly complex staff assistance to the Public Works Director/City Engineer; and other duties as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  High School Diploma or equivalent; must possess a valid California Class C Driver License; Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Landscape Maintenance, Parks & Recreation Administration, Urban Forestry, Ornamental Horticulture, Biology, or related field; or proof of enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program with an accredited college or university within thirty (30) days following hire date. Must be actively pursuing Bachelor’s degree with a completion date within eighteen (18) months following hire date; Experience in marketing recreation programs, including use of social media; five (5) years of increasingly responsible technical, administrative or analytical experience in park maintenance and recreation program administration or related field; including two (2) years of supervisory responsibility and project management duties; and no record of arrest or conviction that may impair candidate’s ability to perform required duties.

TEST DATE: THURSDAY, JUNE 14, 2018 AT 2:00 P.M.

THE POSITION: The City of Los Banos is seeking an individual to fill the position of Utilities Maintenance I in the Public Works Department. This person performs a variety of unskilled or semi-skilled maintenance duties, and operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of City water, sewer and storm drainage facilities and systems; and other duties as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent; must possess a valid Class C California Driver License and ability to obtain a valid Class B California Driver License within six (6) months following hire date; must be able to obtain State of California Water Distribution and Water Treatment Operator certifications within eighteen (18) months following hire date; and no record of arrest or conviction that may impair candidate’s ability to perform required duties.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Reliable and dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Inspect and/or repair chlorine machine, fluoride machine, well equipment, water tower, water meters, drainage systems and sewer systems at frequent intervals to ensure that all aspects of systems are functioning properly.
• Maintain a variety of reports and records related to inspections, maintenance activity, water supply, and consumption.
• Determine location of gas, telephone, power, television, water and sewer lines from the appropriate sources prior to excavation.
• Respond to complaints regarding water leaks, poor taste, color, odor, pressure, loss or no water; evaluate problems and recommend solution to supervisor.
• Contact residents and business owners regarding discontinuation of service; respond to questions from the public.
• Ensure proper maintenance of equipment and tools by cleaning and checking equipment and tools after use.
• Operate a variety of power construction and maintenance equipment    including backhoe, loader, forklift, combination jet rodder, and trucks of various sizes and weights; load, haul and unload equipment, gravel, and sand.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on assigned    equipment; refer defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• As part of a crew, perform required labor involved in construction and    maintenance projects including pavement cutting, trench excavation,    manhole and line cleaning, main and pipe repair, laying and back filling and ditch maintenance.
• Cut, fit, lay, repair, tap, clean and flush water mains, pipes, gates and fittings    in the repair of mains and services and installation of services, fire hydrants    and drinking fountains; assist in shutting off broken sections of water mains.
• Service water supply, sewer lift and other pumps.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Basic uses and purposes of general construction tools and equipment.
• Safe work practices.
• Pertinent local, State and Federal regulations, rules and laws.

Ability to:

• Learn to perform maintenance and repair activities on the City’s water and wastewater systems.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules; intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember equipment location; and explain jobs to others.
• Intermittently, sit while studying or preparing reports; bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist when performing installation of equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift or carry weight of 100 pounds or less.
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Learn to read and understand maps and plans for construction and replacement of sewage and water facilities.
• Learn to operate pumps, fluoride equipment and other types of equipment commonly found in municipal water and wastewater systems.
• Learn to troubleshoot and repair a variety of equipment, pumps and systems.
• Accurately complete logs and daily reports.
• Safely operate light and heavy equipment, hand and power tools.
• Perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

TEST DATE: TUESDAY, JULY 17, 2018 AT 9:30 A.M.

THE POSITION:  The City of Los Banos is seeking an individual to fill the position of Dispatcher in the Police Department.  This individual will perform a variety of duties including but not limited to answering emergency and non-emergency radio and telephone communications, dispatching personnel and equipment, searching inmates, conducting checks of entire jail facility and assisting with other jail functions, entering police reports into computer system, and other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Eighteen (18) years of age or older; High School Diploma or equivalent; must provide a typing certificate for at least 35 NWPM dated withing four (4) years of application date (no online certificates accepted); shift work required (nights, weekends, holidays); experience dispatching police and/or fire services for a public safety agency is highly desirable; no history of arrest or conviction that may impair the candidate's ability to perform required duties.

THE BENEFITS:  The City offers an excellent benefit package that includes: a) Retirement: California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS); b) Health Insurance: City pays approved health insurance premium through CalPERS for employee only and partial dependent costs; c) Dental and Vision Insurance: City pays approved dental and vision insurance premiums for employee only and partial dependent costs; d) Life Insurance:  City provides $50,000 life insurance coverage for employee only, buy-up options are available; e) Vacation Allowance: two (2) weeks paid vacation after one (1) year, three (3) weeks after five (5) years, four (4) weeks after fifteen (15) years of employment; f) Sick Leave:  Accumulated at a rate of one (1) day per month with no maximum accrual; g) Deferred Compensation:  Option to participate in plans through Mass Mutual, Nationwide Solutions, or ICMA-RC.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Answer emergency and non-emergency radio and telephone communications; prioritize that incoming information, dispatch personnel and equipment.
• Assist citizens who enter the police facility, routing them to other personnel providing them with information, etc.
• Search inmates, conduct checks of entire jail facility and assist with other jail functions.
• Enter police reports (handwritten or tape-recorded) into computer system.
• Enter, update and retrieve information from teletype/computer networks relating to confidential information about persons and property.
• Perform a variety of general clerical duties.
• Train newly assigned personnel.

Knowledge of:
• Advanced computer and office equipment.
• Radio codes and procedures.
• Communications policies and procedures.
 

Ability to:
• Understand and follow both oral and written instructions, and spell accurately.
• Hear telephone and radio voice communications and speak clearly and precisely
• Work rotating shifts.
• Remain calm while dealing with multiple emergency situations.
• Establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with co-workers and members of the public.
• Exercise independent judgment and work with a minimum of supervision.
• Operate teletype and other office equipment quickly, accurately and at times concurrently.
• Type at a speed of 35 NWPM.
• Learn and effectively use standard broadcasting procedures.
• Safely and effectively search prisoners.                                                                                           

TEST DATE: THURSDAY, JUNE 14, 2018 AT 9:30 A.M.

THE POSITION:  The City of Los Banos is seeking an individual to fill the position of Code Enforcement Officer in the Police Department. Under direction of Police Commanders and/or Police Sergeants, this individual will perform a full range of services including monitoring and enforcing a variety of City building, zoning and land use codes, ordinances and regulations; conduct investigations; provide information on City regulations to homeowners, tenants and the public; enforce animal control licensing laws; and other duties as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Must be age eighteen (18) or older at the time of application; High School Diploma or equivalent; must possess a valid, unrestricted Class C California driver license and a satisfactory driving record as determined by the City of Los Banos; Code Enforcement Officers performing Animal Control functions must possess a Certificate of Completion of Penal Code 832 Course in Arrest and Firearms issued by California Commission of Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) within one (1) year of assignment; and no record of arrest or conviction that may impair candidate’s ability to perform required duties.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Three (3) years of responsible investigative and code enforcement experience for a public agency and one (1) year of experience working with domestic animals in a public setting.

EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Reliable and dependable attendance and punctuality; Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service; Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; Perform other related duties as assigned.

Community Preservation Function: Receive, review and investigate complaints of non-compliance with City codes and ordinances; review documentation relating to property, including but not limited to, case files and maps; Identify corrective actions to be taken by homeowner; monitor corrections to ensure conformance with codes and regulations; prioritize and arrange action items in an equitable manner to encourage cooperation from owners and tenants; Conduct follow-up investigations to ensure compliance with law, code or ordinance; provide follow-up and regular inspection of projects under construction to ensure compliance with conditions of project approval; Provide information to violators and the general public regarding codes, laws and ordinances; Issue administrative warnings and citations and compliance letters; initiate criminal and civil complaints as necessary; Document and maintain records of code enforcement activities; Maintain complaint database and accurate code violation records; Research, analyze and interpret City Zoning Ordinances, Subdivision Codes, and building permits; Prepare and present information before the Planning Commission, City Council and State and regional boards; Perform title searches; Coordinate investigations with appropriate Public Safety Department; Assist with the development of policies and procedures related to code enforcement; Prepare a variety of written reports, memos and correspondence.

Animal Control Function: Patrol City streets, roads and parks; search for stray or abandoned animals; capture and confine animals using appropriate procedures; impound and quarantine animals, as appropriate; enforce City animal control and licensing laws; issue citations for violations of animal control and licensing ordinances; Investigate reports or complaints of dogs, cats or other animals creating nuisances; use tactical communication style to de-escalate situations and use mediation techniques to reconcile various complaints; Investigate reports of animal cruelty or abuse, and take appropriate action; Administer vaccines and provide first aid medical treatment to animals; euthanize severely injured animals; Write incident reports, gather evidence, prepare and present cases at administrative hearings; prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports; maintain inventories of medications supplies; Maintain contact with citizens regarding animal control issues and problems and preserve good relationships with the general public; explain ordinances relating to the care and keeping of animals to the public; conduct educational seminars and presentations to promote and provide education to the public regarding the keeping and caring of pets; May assist Police Officers on high risk operations including dynamic and tactical entries, searches, and in serving arrest warrants, when vicious dogs may be present; Receive and develop appropriate solutions for animal service requests; Effectively maintain and operate the City’s Animal Shelter; Document and maintain records of animal control activities.

Knowledge of: Principles, practices, methods and techniques of code enforcement, humane apprehension and care of animals; Land use laws, City codes, ordinances, laws and regulations pertaining to health and safety; Basic principles, practices and techniques of building and safety inspection; General City services and municipal organizational structure as they relate to code enforcement; Legal terminology, forms and procedures; Principles of identification, preservation and presentation of evidence; Safe and efficient work practices as they relate to code enforcement; Principles and practices of humane apprehension and care of animals;  Equipment and methods used to capture and restrain animals; Physical and behavioral characteristics of common breeds of domestic animals;  Police protocols and standard operating procedures; Pertinent local, State and Federal laws, ordinances and rules; Techniques involved in public relations and conflict resolution.

Ability to: Plan and conduct investigations and enforcement action for planning, land use, zoning, and subdivision laws, codes ordinances and regulations; On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; prepare reports; know, understand, interpret, and explain department and program policies, procedures, rules, codes, laws and operational procedures; observe, analyze, evaluate and solve code enforcement problems/issues, taking appropriate course of action; remember various inspection rules and codes; Intermittently, sit at a desk while studying or preparing reports; twist to reach equipment or materials; stand, walk, balance, stoop, kneel, climb, crawl, and bend while performing inspection duties; perform simple grasping and fine manipulations; use telephone, and write or use keyboard to communicate through written means and lift or carry weight of 50 pounds or less; Interpret, apply, and enforce pertinent codes, ordinances, laws and regulations with impartiality and efficiency, inspecting and identifying violations of code; Gather, organize, analyze and present a variety of data and information; Effectively represent the City in land use investigations and enforcement functions with Courts, the public and other governmental agencies; Understand the interaction between the public and elected officials; Maintain and update records, logs and reports; Respond to inquiries, complaints and requests for service in a fair, tactful and firm manner; Organize and maintain records; meet deadlines; Work independently; Operate modern office equipment and digital camera and photo software; Understand and follow both oral and written instructions; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; Enforce animal regulations and ordinances; On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of an Animal Control Officer's job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; remember accounts given by witnesses; interpret and apply the law to field situations; problem solve crime and abuse situations; and explain law to public; On an intermittent basis, sit at desk or in patrol vehicle; walk and stand during patrol activities; bend, squat and kneel during examination and restraint of animals; climb stairs and/or ladders while in the field; twist while restraining animals; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; continuously wearing utility belt and other equipment of 30 pounds; and intermittently carry weight of 100 pounds or less; Identify symptoms of common animal diseases; Administer humane euthanasia to animals, as necessary; Conduct thorough investigations including, but not limited to, animal abuse and cruelty cases; Use and care for firearms; Safely handle and detain animals; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

RECREATION LEADER(S)

(Aquatics)

Four (4) positions to be filled

SEASON BEGINS IN JUNE, APPLY TODAY

June to August 2018

$11.03 - $12.15 per hour

This position is not eligible for City benefits other than those mandated by Federal and State Law

Position is Seasonal Part-time/Flexible June to August 2018

Open:  Monday, May 14, 2018

Continuous recruitment until filled

Apply at: www.calopps.org   

A completed online employment application is REQUIRED and must be submitted at www.calopps.org.

Incomplete applications will NOT be accepted &resumes will NOT be considered in lieu of the employment application.

            Recreation Building                                                        Aquatics Staff                                                               Safety Training     

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Pool Manager, and/or Recreation Supervisor, the Recreation Leader for Aquatics is responsible for monitoring swimmers in the pool area, enforcing pool rules and regulations.  The Recreation Leader is responsible for implementing programs including meeting program objectives and participating in program activities. This is an at-will, intermittent, part-time, hourly position without City-paid benefits.  Some evening and weekend work may be required.

SITE MONITOR

(Bilingual-Spanish preferred. Not required.)

Two positions to be filled

Position is Part-time, Flexible, and may provide opportunities for additional on-call hours, as needed.

This position is not eligible for City benefits other than those mandated by Federal and State Law.

Open: Monday, May 14, 2018

Open Until Filled

Apply at: www.calopps.org

A completed online employment application and questionnaire is REQUIRED

Incomplete, late, emailed, faxed and hard copy applications will NOT be accepted.

Resumes will NOT be considered in lieu of the required employment application.

Please see the job description and announcement below.

Please see the job description and announcement below. 

POSITION SUMMARY

The City of Ceres is accepting applications for Lateral and Academy Graduate Police Officers!   Under general supervision, the ideal candidate will perform state and local law enforcement and crime prevention duties and responsibilities; including traffic control and issuing citations; participate in and conduct criminal investigations, and makes arrests; provides support and assistance to special crime prevention and law enforcement programs; and performs a variety of technical and administrative law enforcement services and activities; engages with local Ceres community and contributes to a positive, trustful, and professional Police Department image, and respected relationships with residents, businesses, academic, and other communities throughout the City.   POA (Police Officers Association) Bargaining Group.  Non-Exempt, Sworn Safety FLSA Status.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

· Patrol designated areas of the City in car, by foot, or other means to preserve law and order, discover and prevent the commission of crimes, and enforce traffic and other laws and ordinances; protect real and personal property by providing security checks of residential, business, and public premises; maintain awareness of and remains alert for wanted suspects, known criminals, stolen vehicles, missing persons, traffic violators, and crimes in progress; issue warnings and citations.

· Conduct investigations at scenes of incidents to which summoned or incidents observed; determine what, if any, crime has been committed; identify, collect, preserve, process, and book evidence; locate and interview victims and witnesses; identify and interrogate suspects.

· Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation of offenses; may respond to requests for assistance from agencies outside the City for mutual aid in the suppression of civil disturbances, apprehension of criminals, or other related requests.

· Participate in continuous training to enhance law enforcement skills including firearms proficiency, defensive driving skills, apprehension and arrest techniques, investigative skills, and general law enforcement skills.

· Participate in special assignments including Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT), etc..

· When assigned as a Field Training Officer, train new recruits and lateral police officers; document trainee progress and prepare evaluations; serve as acting field supervisor as assigned.

· When assigned to traffic, patrol assigned areas on a police motorcycle; perform a full range of traffic enforcement duties; observe, monitor, and control routine and unusual traffic conditions; assist and advise motorist; use radar to detect speed; issue citations and warnings; investigate traffic accidents.

· Sign off on citations and Vehicle Identification (VIN) verification.

· Enforce parking regulations; issue citations; tow vehicles that are in violation of codes.

Detective Assignment

· Serve on assigned taskforce including auto theft, gang or drug taskforces; gather knowledge about individuals or groups who are involved in criminal activity in order to understand how they function, describe their current activities, forecast future action they may undertake, and provide intelligence and resources that will eradicate criminal activity; coordinate and participate in multi-jurisdictional intelligence gathering and suppression operations.

· Receive, review, and analyze reports and case information on law enforcement activities requiring special and detailed investigations.

· Coordinate and conduct complete and detailed investigations of crimes involving juveniles and adults, crimes against persons and property including child and elder abuse claims, homicides, rape and assaults with deadly weapons, and crimes involving vice, gaming, and narcotics violations; follow cases from reporting, to arrest, to prosecution.

· Contact, interview, and interrogate victims, complainants, witnesses, suspects, and others involved in cases and incidents; obtain statements, documents, and factual and physical evidence.

· Review information and evidence obtained for presentation in court cases; testify in court concerning evidence and facts gathered during the investigative process.

· Remain on-call during stipulated time periods to respond to incidents that will probably require major investigative follow-up and criminal identification work at the scene of the incident .

· Collect, preserve, maintain, and book evidence and recovered property found that is involved with suspected crimes.

· Hold stakeouts, perform undercover activities, conduct surveillance activities, and other observation assignments.

· Prepare investigative reports and case information; recommend disposition of cases including to discuss recommended disposition of cases with legal authorities.

· Perform related duties as required