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 Youth Basketball Referee

Open: June 12, 2018 Recruitment will close when positions are filled

Seasonal (September, 2018 to November, 2018)

Position is for Part-time employment from September to November approximately ten (10) hours per week(hours may vary depending on basketball scheduling)  Number of Positions to be filled are six (6) Part time/Seasonal positions.  Games are held on Saturday(s).  The positions work only during the sports activity season.

Sports officials are responsible for officiating youth sports programs. Most games are on evening and weekend schedules.

DUTIES:

• Officiate activities of assigned youth basketball program, including administering program schedules, participating in all program activities, monitoring and enforcing rules and regulations, monitoring games to maintain time schedules, maintaining a safe environment and collecting necessary paperwork.

• Instruct youth in sports rules, model appropriate behavior, monitor strict adherence to and enforce sport and spectator rules.

• Ensure appropriate use, maintenance and storage of sports program supplies and equipment.

• Establish and maintain a respectful and courteous working relationship with participants, volunteers, staff and those contacted in the course of work.

FIRE CHIEF

$9,530 — $11,583 Monthly

(OPEN:  October 1, 2018)

Until Filled - First Review of applicants on November 12, 2018

The City of Ceres is accepting application packets for the position of Fire Chief.   The Fire Chief is a regular full-time, administrative, exempt and at-will position. Under general administrative direction, plans, directs, and manages the activities, staffing, resources and operations of the City’s Fire Department; provides and oversees fire suppression and prevention, emergency medical services, disaster responses, community problem-solving, general community support services, and related support services; coordinates assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies; acts as a member of the City Manager’s management team; and provides highly-responsible and complex administrative support to the City Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Assume full management responsibility for all Fire Department services and activities; manage the  development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, and priorities for each assigned service area; recommend and administer policies and procedures.

2. Establish, within City policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; allocate resources accordingly.

3. Assess and monitor work load, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for improvement; direct and implement changes .

4. Plan, direct, and coordinate, through subordinate level staff, the Fire Department’s work plan; assign
projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; review and evaluate work methods and procedures; ensure that staff work in a safe and efficient manner, following regulations and other legal requirements; and meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.

5. Select, train, and evaluate assigned personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; and work with employees to correct deficiencies; supervise staff, including the provision of timely performance evaluations, initiate
internal investigations when appropriate and provide corrective action or discipline as needed, up to and
including termination procedures.

6. Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the Department budget; direct the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; approve expenditures and implement budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary.

7. Oversee the acquisition and maintenance of Department equipment and vehicles; and maintain safety
standards for personnel and equipment.

8. Provide staff assistance to the City Manager and City Council; research, prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence; attend City Council and other meetings as required.

9. Represent the Fire Department to other departments, elected officials, outside agencies, boards,
commissions, professional groups and committees; coordinate assigned activities; and ensure responsive,
appropriate service delivery.

10. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the field of fire suppression, fire prevention, EMS and related support services; incorporate new developments as appropriate.

11. Respond to and command fire emergencies or community disasters, as needed; direct and coordinate emergency preparedness and disaster planning and response.

12. Perform related duties as required.

For a list of the knowledge and abilities required and the physical demands and working environment, please visit our web-site at:  www.ci.ceres.ca.us (Click:  Human Resources, Job Descriptions)

DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING SERVICES / CITY ENGINEER

$9,530—$11,583 Monthly (paid bi-weekly)

OPEN: Tuesday, September 4, 2018 

FILING DEADLINE:   Open until filled, APPLY IMMEDIATELY - First Review on September 24, 2018

Ceres is recruiting for Director of Engineering Services/City Engineer. This is a full-time, at-will, exempt position and reports directly to the City Manager. The new Director will head the Engineering Department and serve as City Engineer. The incumbent is a key member of the City Manager’s executive team, and will conduct the City’s engineering activities in coordination with other managers and local business entities in a collaborative manner while ensuring the City’s compliance with government regulatory agencies. 

The ideal candidate is results oriented with a diverse engineering background, demonstrated expertise and professional acumen in both, private and local government entities, and demonstrates the leadership necessary to successfully perform the broad scope of routine to highly complex engineering services, and maintain necessary work relationships in a dynamic, fast paced and developing organization.   This position will direct and oversee all the activities of a City Engineering department situated in City Hall, and will share office space with the Community Development Department (Building and Planning). The Engineering Department activities include direction and implementation of the ambitious Capital Improvement Program (CIP), the review and approval of new development maps, subdivisions, and construction plans; administration and monitoring multiple consulting contracts; and traffic engineering responsibilities.   

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

SENIOR WATER DISTRIBUTION OPERATOR

$4,038 - $4,908 monthly (paid bi-weekly)

2.44% COLA & Equity increase – July, 2019

2.5% COLA & Equity increase – July, 2020

OPEN: Tuesday, September 11, 2018

CLOSE DATE: Sunday, September 30, 2018

(Plus excellent benefits)

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 direction, provides technical and functional supervision over maintenance personnel assigned to Water Services; assists in administrative duties of the division and coordinates work assignments; monitors and coordinates the installation, testing, and maintenance of backflow devices; performs skilled work in the Water Services Division.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is the advanced journey level class in the Water Distribution series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed, and complexity of duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of technical duties assigned to classes within this series including performing technically complex maintenance duties related to area of assignment, performing administrative duties related to budget, contract administration and support of City ordinances, performing duties with heavy equipment and/or providing technical and functional supervision over assigned staff. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility.

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. Coordinate and provide daily work assignments to water maintenance personnel; review work and control quality of work; may provide input on performance evaluations.
2. Assist in developing work plans, procedures and schedules.
3. Order supplies and equipment for work projects; maintain records of purchase orders.
4. Prepare documentation related to assigned staff; may assist in developing budget figures for the division.
5. Work effectively with contractors on City-approved projects; seek bids and estimates for proposed projects.
6. Perform skilled maintenance, repair, and installation work of the water distribution system and equipment.
7. Coordinate and respond to customer service requests, including conducting field investigations, inspections, and utilizing Advanced Metering Infrastructure system to review meter readings and trouble-shoot.
8. Maintain accurate records of installation and testing of all backflow devices within the City of Ceres water system; complete inspections and review test reports of backflow devices in service.
9. Perform emergency repairs; establish proper traffic control devices when necessary.
10. Operate a variety of heavy equipment.
11. Perform minor adjustments on service equipment; maintain tools and equipment in working order.
12. Maintain logs of daily activities.
13. Operate and maintain wells, reservoirs, and treatment facilities, including operate SCADA controls.
14. Collect water samples and compile data.
15. Act for supervisor during his/her absence.
16. Perform related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS: The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

• Principles of lead supervision and training.
• Principles and practices of water distribution and treatment.
• Principles and practices of backflow protection and cross connection control.
• Principles and practices of water conservation.
• Operational characteristics of maintenance and construction equipment and tools used in work activities.
• Practices and procedures of traffic control.
• Basic mathematical principles.
• Basic principles and practices of recordkeeping.
• Principles and practices of project design and cost estimating.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety procedures.

Ability to:

• Lead, organize, and review the work of staff.
• Interpret, explain, and enforce department policies and procedures.
• Operate a variety of tools and equipment used in maintenance and construction.
• Work with contractors on City-approved projects.
• Operate heavy equipment skillfully and safely.
• Operate office equipment including computers and supporting software applications, including SCADA, Advanced Metering Infrastructure, equipment databases and customer service web-portal.
• Perform maintenance duties.
• Perform heavy manual labor.
• Understand and follow oral and written instruction.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

**SEE ATTACHED JOB ANNOUNCEMENT AND DESCRIPTION FOR MORE INFORMATION BEFORE APPLYING**

Summary Description

Under administrative direction, directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates assigned functions and program areas of the Public Works Department including construction, operation, maintenance, and repair of the City’s water systems; ensures that federal and state regulations are complied with; maintains an operations and maintenance records management system; coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies; and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Director of Public Works. As assigned, this position may serve as the “Chief Operator of the Water System” as required by the State Water Resources Control Board and also as the City’s “Water Purveyor.” (Wastewater, streets and storm drain systems certification not  required because of assignment to Water Division only at this time)

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 of assigned area or division.

**THIS SUPERINTENDENT WILL NOT OVERSEE WASTEWATER, STREETS OR STORM DRAIN SYSTEMS**

1. Assume management responsibility for assigned services and activities of the Public Works Department including wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal as well as operation and maintenance of the City’s streets and storm drain systems.
2. Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
3. Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommend, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels.
4. Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for assigned staff; assign work activities, projects, and programs; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
5. Select, train, motivate, and evaluate assigned personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
6. Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the division’s annual budget; participate in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments.
7. Assist in the preparation of the City’s Capital Improvement Program as related to water, wastewater, streets, and storm drainage facilities and appurtenances, as assigned.
8. Develop and standardize maintenance and operating procedures and methods to meet state and federal regulations and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations and maintenance activities.
9. Prepare specifications, estimates, and bids for machinery, tools, equipment, and contract services; recommend, monitor, and administer contracts for consulting, construction or other services as necessary; inspect work in progress and authorizes payment for work performed.
10. Monitor changes in regulatory agency laws and regulations; evaluate their impact upon City activities; recommend and implement policy and procedure changes as required.
11. Develop, implement, and ensure adherence to the division’s Safety Program, Standard Operating Procedures, and OSHA regulations.
12. Produce required regulatory reports and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, laws, codes, and enforcement actions.
13. Maintain accurate records and files; prepare periodic and special reports as required, including those mandated for submission to the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) and to the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB), when assigned.
14. Prepare records related to operations, test results, work performed, and materials and supplies used; maintain accurate records and files; prepare periodic and special reports as required.
15. Research special projects, evaluate alternatives, prepare reports and recommendations; write correspondence, and respond to public and regulatory agency inquiries and provide pertinent information.
16. Respond to emergencies as required; coordinate activities with other responders to provide effective response; direct the work of staff and utilization of resources to affect operational effectiveness and ensure the safety of the community.
17. Serve as the liaison for the Division with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
18. Serve as staff on a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
19. Provide responsible staff assistance to the Public Works Director; conduct a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; prepare agenda reports; recommend modifications to programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate.
20. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the fields related to water production and distribution, construction, operation, maintenance and repair of wastewater, streets, and storm drain systems; incorporate new developments as appropriate, in assigned division.
21. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
22. Perform related duties as required.

Engineering Technician I: $3,622 - $4,402 monthly (paid bi-weekly)

Engineering Technician II: $3,998 - $4,859 monthly (paid bi-weekly)

1.5% COLA & Equity increase – July, 2019

2.0% COLA & Equity increase – July, 2020

Open:  Monday, September 10, 2018

Closed:  Sunday, September 30, 2018

Summary Description

Under immediate supervision (Engineering Technician I) or general supervision (Engineering Technician II), performs paraprofessional engineering office and field work involving surveying, design of Public Works facilities, construction inspection, and drafting.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Engineering Technician I - This is the entry level class in the Engineering Technician series. This class is distinguished from the Engineering Technician II series 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 judgement 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.

Engineering Technician II - This is the full journey level class within the Engineering Technician series. This class is distinguished from the Engineering Technician 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.

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. Design and prepare plans and specifications for public works projects, including pumping stations, streets, storm drains, and sewer lines.
2. Research project design requirements; perform calculations and prepare estimates of time and material costs.
3. Perform data collection and design for capital improvements.
4. Make and check computations and record field data.
5. Use CAD to perform moderate to difficult drafting work to prepare maps, plans, deeds, descriptions, exhibits, records, or surveys.
6. Develop revised design and construction standards for public works structures and appurtenances.
7. Check improvement plans for compliance with master plan, design criteria, special conditions, and City standards.
8. Prepare engineering field reports and related documents.
9. Answer inquiries from realtors, developers, engineers and the general public.
10. Serve as construction inspector to ensure compliance on City projects, subdivisions, and encroachments.
11. Update and maintain City basemap information.
12. Issue encroachment, water, and sewer permits.
13. May perform traffic counts and other special studies.
14. Operate total station, transit, level, and other survey instruments in the performance of control, preliminary, and construction surveys, monument checks and related projects.
15. Perform related duties as required.

***THE TESTING HAS BEEN SUSPENDED FOR THIS POSITION UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE, ALTHOUGH WE ARE STILL ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS IN THE EVENT THAT TESTING RESUMES**

Summary Description

Under general supervision from higher level supervisory or management staff and from training staff at a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST)-certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy, this is a non-sworn classification structured for incumbents who have not yet entered or not yet completed the California POST-certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy.  Successful completion of a POST-certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy, resulting in graduation and certification, enables incumbent to become a probationary sworn Police Officer with the City.

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. Attend classroom activities, participate in both the learning process and the interactions with students and faculty, resulting in achieving a passing grade on all classroom requirements.
2. Complete classroom assignments and projects, as required.
3. Participate in physical activities, resulting in achieving a passing grade on the POST physical agility exam.
4. Participate in firearms course, resulting in achieving a qualifying score for firearms qualification under California Penal Code Section 832.
5. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public, using principles of good customer service.
6. Perform related duties as required.