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DEFINITION

Under the direction of the Transit Manager, the Transit Analyst II is responsible for carrying out a variety of analytical and technical assignments; and working on administrative and operational activities, analysis and special projects in support of Union City’s transit programs and services.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is the experienced-level class in the Transit Division. Work given to an incumbent in this class involves various tasks including, but not limited to, scenario planning, performance-based planning, financial forecasting, regional policy research and analysis, transportation demand management, general analysis and development of transit programs and services, research of new trends in public transit and comparing how Union City provides service delivery, and participation in coordination events or meetings on behalf of Union City. Incumbents in this class perform advanced analytical work while following City and departmental policies while exercising the performance of more complex duties. The Transit Analyst II has general knowledge of the operating procedures and policies of transit and/or transportation planning. The Transit Analyst II is distinguished from the Transit Analyst I in that it is the full journey-level, professional class in the division and works more independently.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (illustrative only)

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Evaluates general planning, operations, and activities of the City’s public transit programs (fixed route, paratransit, and micro transit).
• Prepare and present comprehensive and, at times confidential, technical, administrative, statistical and financial analytical reports that present and interpret data, identify alternatives, present and justify conclusions, make forecasts, and offer recommendations based on data summaries and other findings.
• Provides recommendation to division leadership based on data and information from various sources in order to effectuate program and service delivery improvements and services for analysis and decision-making purposes.
• Coordinates a variety of studies for the preparation, analysis, or evaluation of reports and grant requests.
• Prepares the development of regularly occurring required plans or programs, such as the Short-Range Transit Plan (SRTP), Title VI and Language Assistance Plan (LAP), Transit Asset Management (TAM) Plan, and Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP).
• Lead budget development and administration, and grant reporting for complex projects; analyzing proposed capital, operating, and maintenance of expenditures based on services to be rendered.
• Coordinates the preparation of the scope of work (RFP’s, IFB’s, etc.) and other contract management related tasks such as monitoring and closeout of service and maintenance contracts, professional services, vehicle procurements, etc.
• Work with other City departments, other transit agencies and other public agencies to provide adequate transit amenities, service levels, service coordination and transit or transportation mitigation measures.
• Use, review, and recommend web-based programs designed to provide information to the Computer Assisted Dispatch and Automatic Vehicle Location (CAD/AVL) systems used to track vehicles and provide information to the region’s 511 system, provide service planning, and can generate the required versions of the general transit feed services by the region and state.
• Researching and responding to public complaints and inquiries; participating in the design and implementation of administrative procedures.
• Provide general assistance with the Public Works Department.
• Perform related duties, responsibilities and assist in special projects as needed.

The next challenging career opportunity awaits you!  The Accountant position is an outstanding opportunity for a dedicated and skilled professional with experience in performing journey to complex accounting finance work preferably in a municipal setting. Competitive candidates will possess the ability to prepare, maintain, analyze, verify and reconcile complex financial transactions, statements, records and reports; maintain accuracy of the City’s ledgers and subsidiary financial systems; assists in the preparation of assigned budgets, annual audit, and year end closing; and provide staff assistance to management staff.   

Summary Description

Under direction, performs a variety of professional level accounting duties involved in preparing, maintaining, analyzing, verifying, and reconciling complex financial transactions, statements, records, and reports; maintains the accuracy of the City’s ledgers and subsidiary financial systems; assists in the preparation of assigned budgets, annual audit, and year end closing; and provides highly responsible staff assistance to assigned management staff.

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.      Perform a variety of professional accounting functions supporting City-wide operations; maintain accuracy of general, revenue, and expenditure ledgers and subsidiary financial systems.

2.      Reconcile financial ledgers and records; prepare financial statements and reports, general and subsidiary ledgers and supporting schedules; research and resolve discrepancies.

3.      Review and audit all accounts payable, purchase orders, cash receipts, business licenses, payroll, utility billing, and other accounting records and transactions; ensure money is posted to correct accounts and that all accounts balance.

4.      Provide assistance in the development of the annual budget; assist in the review and validation of the annual City budget; create a variety of spreadsheets, documents, and graphs; assist in preparing the final budget document for approval by City Council.

5.      Prepare bank reconciliations and related journal entries for a variety of accounts.

6.      Prepare a variety of monthly, periodic, and annual financial and statistical reports and account summaries; prepare treasurer reports; prepare and file annual State Controllers Report.

7.      Assist in preparation of year end closings and accompanying financial reports.

8.      Perform grant accounting work related to federal, state or grant agency funding; maintain records for audit purposes.

9.      Maintain and track fixed asset inventory control records for the City.

10.   Participate in the year-end audit; compile and prepare supporting schedules, work papers, and financial reports as requested by auditors.

11.   Prepare property tax remittances for payment.

12.   Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve issues in an efficient and timely manner.

13.   Provide responsible staff assistance to management staff; perform special department projects as assigned.

14.   Serve as department liaison to various City committees as necessary.

15.   Perform related duties as required.

Launch Your Public Works Career Where Your Contributions Matter

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The City of Newark is hiring a Community Preservation Specialist I/II. This role is essential to protecting the health, safety, and quality of life in our community. Working under general supervision, the Specialist enforces City codes related to health and safety, nuisance abatement, housing, and zoning. The position combines investigative work with public education and involves frequent interaction with property owners, businesses, community organizations, and residents.

Community Preservation Specialist I is an entry-level role focused on enforcing City ordinances and abating nuisance conditions. Under close supervision, incumbents learn City systems, procedures, and practices, gradually taking on more varied duties with increased independence. While they may perform many tasks similar to a Community Preservation Specialist II, they work at a developing skill level and exercise less independent judgment and discretion.

Community Preservation Specialist II is a journey-level role responsible for performing the full range of duties independently, with judgment and initiative. Incumbents receive minimal supervision, are fully knowledgeable of unit procedures and policies, provide training and technical support to Community Preservation Specialist I staff, and may serve in a lead role over entry-level personnel.

In these positions, you will:

• Advise property owners, businesses, and residents on City code requirements and compliance.

• Educates the public and professional groups on code regulations to encourage voluntary compliance.

• Investigates complaints from City staff, the public, and officials regarding zoning or nuisance issues such as signs, fences, rental housing, home occupations, vehicle storage, trash accumulation, noise, and odors.

• Conducts field inspections to ensure compliance, providing clear guidance on corrective actions when necessary.

• Prepares notices, correspondence, and detailed reports documenting investigations.

• Represents the City in court proceedings, hearings, and other official forums.

• Manages difficult and confrontational situations with professionalism and diplomacy.

• Provides lead direction and reviews the work of assigned clerical staff or coworkers, as needed.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

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

Community Preservation Specialist I - Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent, and one (1) year of experience serving the public in enforcement, inspection or investigation of local, state, or federal codes and/or regulations in areas such as housing, building, zoning, environmental, vehicle and penal codes, or a similar field.

Community Preservation Specialist II - Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent, and two (2) years of experience performing code enforcement for a public agency at the level equivalent to a Community Preservation Specialist I with the City of Newark.

Bilingual skills are desirable.

License and Certificate:
Possession of a valid driver license and a satisfactory driving record throughout employment.

THE POSITION:

Under the general supervision of the Community Services Manager, the Clinical Supervisor supports with the development and achievement of Youth and Family Services goals and objectives. The Clinical Supervisor provides both clinical and administrative leadership within the Youth and Family Services Division. The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the supervision of staff in planning, organizing, delivering, and reporting clinical, case management, and support services for youth, families, and adults, including the coordination of crisis and counseling intervention services. In addition, the Clinical Supervisor provides technical and clinical expertise, guidance, and supervision to a multidisciplinary treatment team and the clinical intern program.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:

This classification is a mid-management, journey-level role with first-line supervisory responsibilities, which includes overseeing, coordinating, and leading the planning, assignment, delivery, and evaluation of clinical programs and services, as well as the work of assigned clinical and non-clinical staff and interns. This role requires considerable initiative and independent judgment in developing procedures and standards, as well as in managing the provision of both clinical and non-clinical programs and services.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (illustrative only):

• Provides highly responsible direct programmatic and administrative support to the Community Services Manager, overseeing the planning, organization, and coordination of services provided by Youth and Family Services, including but not limited to overseeing counseling, case management, mentoring services, and grant funded programming.
• Develops program policies and procedures, implementing consistent standards and practices in clinical operations and addressing changing client and organizational needs.
• Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, reviews, and evaluates the work of a multidisciplinary team, including clinical staff.
• Works with the Community Services Program Manager and staff to develop, track, and compile clinical program data and statistics; prepares local, state, and federal grant proposals, curricula, and reports for youth and family programs and services.
• Provides clinical expertise and consultation to clinical and direct service staff, interns, partner organizations, and police officers, as needed.
• Provides training to the multidisciplinary team regarding clinical interventions and documentation and program standards.
• Administers the clinical intern program; actively participates in intern recruitment, placement, training, supervision, and completion of all documentation required by educational institutions.
• Coordinates and tracks referrals from partner agencies and service providers; conducts intakes to determine appropriate level of care and staff assignments.
• Provides group and individual counseling to youth and adults, providing family therapy when appropriate, including crisis assessment and intervention; completes assessments and treatment plans and implements appropriate intervention and support services.
• Implements Quality Assurance protocols to ensure documentation meets the funding requirements. Develops and provides documentation training materials and implements staff training.
• Reviews documentation for completeness and accuracy, using findings to monitor and improve services, ensuring client safety, legal compliance, and quality of care.
• Ensures that staff remains current in the professional, legal and ethical standards of the profession; provides training and workshops as necessary for clinical and case management staff and interns.
• Develops and fosters relationships with cross-sector of stakeholders, including but not limited to; schools, Union City Police Departments, families, community-based organizations, etc. This includes preparing and facilitating meetings, trainings, workshops, and presentations.
• Coordinates and responds to Union City Police Department to provide urgent clinical and case management support to community members.

DEFINITION:

Under general direction, manages and directs the Accounting Division of the Finance Department, including the budget development process and preparation of the budget book; budget monitoring, analysis and reporting; short- and long-range fiscal forecasting; ensuring adherence to financial policies and procedures; and capital planning.  The Accounting Manager trains and evaluates assigned staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISITICS:

This is a single position classification at the managerial level in the Finance Department responsible for managing the budget and accounting functions. The Accounting Manager has a broad range of independence within policy and procedural limitations and works under minimal supervision. The incumbent is accountable to the Finance Director for the quality and efficiency of services directed.  The Accounting Manager is expected to provide resources, system support, and oversight to all subordinate professional and paraprofessional staff. This position is responsible for the successful planning and implementation of the citywide budget process and the day-to-day accounting operations.  

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (illustrative only):

• Plan, organize, direct and evaluate the activities of the Accounting Division including general accounting, accounts payable and payroll.
• Recommend the appointment of personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; work with employees on performance issues; and implement disciplinary procedures.
• Prepare, review and maintain journal entries and general ledger postings and supporting financial records and supervise the maintenance of the General Ledger. 
• Conduct and coordinate the annual audit and serve as the liaison between the City and the external auditors, provide requested information and necessary documentation for completion of the audit, and ensure timely completion of the audit, State Controller’s Office reports and other compliance reports as required.
• Oversee reconciliations of the City’s financial activities including bank accounts and investments, month-end and year-end close processes and prepare related reports.
• Plan and implement citywide budget process and related fiscal programs.
• Effectively communicate budget preparation calendar and information needs, capabilities, and limitations as well as budget policies, procedures and outcomes to departments, city officials, citizens, and other interested parties.
• Project citywide personnel costs on an annual basis and as needed.
• Monitor the City’s budget, perform budget analysis, prepare quarterly budget status reports, develop financial and capital plans, and prepare short- and long-range financial forecasts.
• Research and implement new budget initiatives that increase the usefulness and clarity of budget presentations and maximize staff efficiency.
• Conduct a variety of special studies; prepare and present various analyses, statistical compilations, and reports to City staff, City Council, or the public.
• Assist in the management of the City’s capital financing programs, including debt issuance.
• Facilitate development and implementation of improved processes and standard procedures.
• Participate in the development and implementation of Department goals, policies, and priorities.
• Assist in operational administration of risk management activities as assigned.

The City of Patterson is seeking to fill several part-time Recreation Specialist position in the Recreation Department for their Summer sports program and to establish an eligibility list.  Duties include, but are not limited to: implement a wide range of programs that foster community development that include youth/adult sports, special events, open gym, and youth development activities.  This position will require assistance of general office duties and may include supervision of volunteers and staff, and performs related duties as assigned.

This position is established for 19 hours a week, but will vary depending on programming needs, and will be working weekdays, evenings, weekends and holidays.

This is a seasonal, part-time position for the Parks & Grounds division.

Under the general supervision of a Public Works Streets Supervisor or Parks & Grounds Supervisor, and direction of a Maintenance II lead, incumbents in this classification assist with the cleanup and maintenance of City parks, streets, and satellite facilities including buildings, equipment, bus stops, parking lots, trails, flora and landscapes; and perform related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (illustrative only):

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Emptying garbage cans.
• Picking up litter and other illegal dumping.
• Raking and spreading material including, but not limited to, asphalt, mulch, gravel, and soil.
• Collecting shopping carts.
• Removing weeds by hand or using tools.
• Driving vehicles to and from jobsite.
• Digging soil, baserock, concrete grindings, or other loose material as assigned.
• Using hand tools to complete assigned tasks.
• May work in right-of-way near traffic.
• May work in parks, trails, or other landscape areas.
• May assist with homeless encampment cleanup.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

The City of Patterson is seeking to fill one (1) part-time Recreation Leader position in the Recreation Department for their Senior Program and to establish an eligibility list.  Duties include, but are not limited to: under supervision, works with staff to provide programs and activities for Seniors; organizes and teaches participants games and activities such as dance, music, arts & crafts, etc. and with assistance, coordinate, schedule, and plan the programs; ensures participant safety and well being during all activities; ensures the proper handling of first aid and emergency situations.  

 

The City of Patterson is seeking to fill several part-time Cashier positions in the Recreation Department for their Summer program and to establish and eligibility list.  Duties include, but are not limited to: under direct supervision, responsible for collecting concession fees, and admissions. Responsible for the financial integrity of all funds collected and is responsible for tallying and reconciling funds received at the end of the shift. Deposit daily aquatic revenues as instructed at appropriate city facility or with appropriate staff.  Prepare financial reports related to pool and concession revenues.  Responds to phone inquiries, rental requests and performs registration of aquatics programs.  Performs other work as required.

The Summer program typically runs June 1st through August 31st.

This position is established for 19 hours a week, but will vary depending on programming needs, and will be working weekdays, evenings, weekend and holidays.