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DEADLINE TO APPLY: First Review: Friday, February 17, 2023 @ 5:00 PM PST
 

THE DEPARTMENT
The Department of Public Works and Utilities is comprised of six divisions that work collaboratively to develop, build, operate, and maintain Hayward's infrastructure. The Department is responsible for providing engineering and transportation support to City operating departments and divisions and for implementation of the City's Capital Improvement Program, all while providing excellent customer service to the community.  

DEFINITION 
To perform a variety of paraprofessional office and field engineering work including drafting, minor design work, engineering records preparation and maintenance and operation of equipment and instruments; may work as survey crew member in support of surveying and other civil and traffic engineering functions.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS 
This is an entry level classification that assists higher level technical and professional engineers in all activities of the Engineering & Transportation Division. The Engineering Technician is responsible for conducting traffic, engineering and similar studies for public works projects, and for assigned technical engineering tasks, preparing plans and estimating for various design and construction activities. It is distinguished from the Assistant Civil Engineer which is the journey level classification with responsibility of the more complicated technical tasks. 

 

Essential Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

Performs non-routine drafting assignments which require application of standardized drawing technique
Gathers field data for planning, design and construction. 
Prepares accurate drawings from design notes, sketches and field survey notes. 
Makes traffic counts and prepares simple diagrams of intersections showing sight distances and traffic flow. 
Makes speed surveys, polls motorists and pedestrians, and prepares diagrams of accident frequencies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Makes computations to determine quantities and costs. Performs complex mathematical calculations by using accepted formulas, manuals and equipment. Reads and interprets maps and other engineering records and prepares legal descriptions of property. Corrects and re-designs construction plans for street improvements, utility installations, drainage and material quantities by using appropriate calculations, computations and engineering data and by consulting with engineers. Performs survey office work using drafting tools while employing mathematical and engineering data to prepare information for use by survey field crews, construction crews and construction inspectors. Interprets information from survey field work for use in mapping, designing construction plans, analyzing earthquake fault monitoring data and updating survey records. Performs various duties associated with land surveying including using measuring tapes and level rods to assist in determining lines, angles, points, elevations and distances. Performs various record keeping and file maintenance duties such as recording instrument readings in field survey notes, maintaining office files of notes, control data, monument records, surveyors maps, and construction drawings. Prepares and maintains accurate “as-built” plans from notes from contractors of completed projects. Computes horizontal and vertical curves. Calculates distances, earth work quantities, fees and charges. Performs plan checking by comparing drawings of proposed improvements against drawings which illustrates established engineering standards applicable to various projects.

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
 
Knowledge of: Algebra, geometry and trigonometry. 
Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D drafting including working with raw topographic survey points to build surfaces, produce maps, renderings, view graphs, cross-sections and plan and profiles.

Ability to:
Perform basic engineering and surveying calculations.
Interpret construction drawings, field survey notes, deeds, maps and other legal descriptions and to extract pertinent information. 
Maintain neat and accurate records. 
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. 
Communicate effectively orally and in writing. 
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 
Visualize the practical application of designs. 
Manage extensive public contact. 
Draft engineering plans from rough layouts. 
Prepare exhibits using a variety of software applications.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the duties of this position would be qualifying.  A typical way to obtain them would be: 

Experience: Two (2) years of experience in engineering drafting and calculations, performing responsibilities related to engineering design, construction, inspection and or traffic.

Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by courses in algebra, geometry, trigonometry land surveying, engineering design, construction inspection, and or traffic engineering. An Associate degree in a related field is desirable.

Training: Any recent training such as academic courses, and certification programs which are relevant to this job classification.

License and Certificates: Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license and satisfactory driving record as determined by the City.

IMPORTANT: If you would like to also be considered for the Assistant Transportation Engineer, please apply directly to this link: Assistant Transportation Engineer Job Bulletin.
 

DEADLINE TO APPLY: This recruitment will remain open on a continuous basis until the needs of the City are met. Applications are reviewed weekly.  Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.

THE POSITION:

The City of Hayward is excited to announce an opportunity to join its progressive and dynamic Transportation Division as an Associate Transportation Engineer. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Public Works, the Associate Transportation Engineer will manage the delivery of transportation projects to provide a safer and more sustainable transportation system in the City. These innovative and safety-focused projects will help advance the City’s Vision Zero and Climate Action Plan goals. Typical projects involve multi-modal roadway design, traffic calming, traffic engineering analysis, and intelligent transportation systems.

 

You are:

The ideal candidate will possess a Professional Engineer’s (PE) license with a strong education and technical background in transportation and traffic engineering. The candidate will have strong project management skills and excel in a collaborative working environment, working effectively to manage projects from inception to completion. The candidate will represent the City in a professional manner with community members and regional stakeholders.

 

 

Essential Duties

What you will do: 
In addition to the qualifications for Assistant Transportation Engineer and depending on assignments:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES (could include but not limited to):

• Plan, direct, review and participate in professional and technical work of a functional group of  the Engineering & Transportation Division with principal assignments involving traffic  circulation design, traffic safety studies, geometric design of streets and interchanges, and  traffic operation studies.
• Direct, assist, and participate in traffic analysis, circulation design, and design transportation engineering projects, such as traffic signals, signs, and markings, channelizations, street lighting and parking facilities.
• Provide consulting services and advice to City departments, divisions, and other groups on matters related to transportation engineering.
• Answer inquiries, investigate complaints, and provide information to the general public.
• Meet with individuals and groups as necessary.
• Investigate, analyze, and prepare reports including those for the City Engineer on claims against the City related to transportation matters.
• Testify in court on claims against the City related to transportation issues.
• Act as Project Manager on both City and consultant-designed transportation related projects.
• Prepare applications for State and Federal grant funding.
• Select consultants for consideration for City projects; write and process requests for proposals and consultant agreements and contracts.
• Make recommendations on street lighting design and wattage.
• Manage City traffic calming (speed hump) program.
• Make recommendations on Engineering and Transportation responses to requests from Neighborhood Focus Process.

• Street lighting layout and design.
• Major elements of transportation design and traffic operations.
• Supervisory and public relations principles and practices.
• Federal, State, City regulations of traffic operations and traffic control devices.

• Effectively complete assignments with minimal supervision and meet project deadlines.
• Plan and direct the work of other personnel.
• Prepare clear and concise reports.
• Communicate effectively.
• Maintain effective working relationships with employees, contractors, engineers, and the public.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Experience: Three (3) years of engineering experience in transportation with one (1) year of the experience being after acquiring the Professional Engineering License. 

Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in transportation engineering or closely related field. 

License: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's license at time of appointment. Possession of a certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer, Electrical Engineer, or Traffic Engineer in the State of California.  

OTHER REQUIREMENTS 
Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment: ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, squat, climb and lift up to 30 pounds and to work outdoors or in a confined workspace.

Supplemental Information

BENEFITS AND REWARDS:

Depending on employee group, some of these benefits may include:

• Alternative Work Schedule and/or Telecommuting 
• Vacation - 80 hours minimum
• 15.5 Paid Holidays
• Generous employer contribution for Health, Dental and Vision coverage
• CalPERS Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (2.5% at 55 for Classic CalPERS members | 2.0% at 62 for New CalPERS members | 3.0% at 50 for Classic Safety members | 2.7% at 57 for New Safety Members) - No Social Security participation.
• Life and Disability Insurance and Paid Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health and Wellness Reimbursement
• Professional Development Reimbursement
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (employee paid)

SELECTION PROCEDURE

A. Minimum qualifications
B. Completion of the supplemental questionnaire

Supplemental Questionnaire Review

The City of Hayward reserves the right to modify the selection process as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity.

Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system.  Our on-line application system is provided by Government Jobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact the Government Jobs Help Desk at  (855) 524-5627.
 

The City of Hayward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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A Certified Age Friendly Employer

Learn more about the mission of the Age Friendly Institute here

Definition

Under immediate supervision, learns and performs inspection of public works street, highway, bridge and tract right of way construction projects; performs related duties as required.

Class Characteristics

This entry-level classification in the Construction Inspector series reports to a Senior Civil Engineer through a Construction Coordinator in the Construction Inspection Section of the Public Works Engineering Division. It is characterized by the responsibility to learn and to inspect public works construction projects for compliance with codes and specifications. Incumbents' assignments, objectives and work methods are specified; issues of fact are referred to the supervisor; review of work is ongoing and responsibility for achieving work objectives rests with a supervisor. Incumbents' work will gradually be done on a more independent basis subject to occasional review in progress through questions/problems and consultation with the supervisor and the section head. It is distinguished from the next higher classification of Senior Construction Inspector by the latter's technical expertise, performance of fully qualified journey level work with a minimum of supervision, and responsibility to provide training and technical expertise to Construction Inspector incumbents.

 

Essential Functions

• Reviews construction plans, specifications, encroachment permits, and other plans affecting assigned projects.
• Participates in meetings to discuss construction details and resolves issues with contractors and other agencies.
• Conducts on-site inspections of construction materials, grade elevations, underground facilities, construction safety precautions, minor concrete structures, street light installations, traffic signal installations, traffic control devices, and erosion and siltation control installations to determine compliance with contract plans and specifications, and with city and other governmental regulations.
• Makes field measurements.
• Ensures conformance with applicable safety standards and regulations.
• Assists in coordinating materials testing.
• Identifies problems.
• Monitors the correction of project deficiencies.
• Identifies and recommends approval of necessary contract and/or plan adjustments to accommodate field conditions.
• Maintains daily diary and field records of material and quantities used.
• Calculates and recommends formal approval of appropriate progress payments to contractors for work completed.
• Investigates citizen complaints related to encroachment and/or grading violations.

Marginal Functions

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: Surveying and construction staking (grade-setting) practices; standard construction practices including specifications, methods, materials and equipment; mathematics through plane geometry and trigonometry; methods and techniques of materials testing; soil types and characteristics; standard specifications and construction details book (both City and State); construction safety standards; OSHA and CalTrans Traffic Control Devices Manual; traffic safety.

Skill in: Driving an automobile on paved and unpaved surfaces; operating surveying equipment; and preparing field sketches.

Ability to: Evaluate quality of construction and construction materials; determine safety implications of construction techniques; perform mathematical calculations through plane geometry and trigonometry; read blueprints; read public works construction and topography maps and grading plans; determine and verify elevations using hand level and calculator; communicate effectively with individuals from a variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds both orally and in writing; resolve inter-personal conflicts; identify problems, evaluate alternatives and arrive at logical decisions; read and interpret complex regulations and technical documents, including plans and specifications; understand and use standard engineering and hand held tools used in Public Works Construction Inspection; learn city encroachment and underground ordinances.

Incumbents must possess the physical and mental capacity to work under the conditions described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position.

Education/Experience

Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge and skills necessary to satisfactory job performance would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be: Graduation from high school and four years experience in a field related to street/highway construction; 60 semester units of college education in engineering, construction techniques and methodologies or building inspection may be substituted for two years experience in construction.

Description

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Apply by Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 5:00pm.

IMPORTANT: Please be sure to submit a Cover Letter and Resume with your application. If application is submitted without these items, your application will not be considered.

THE POSITION:

You are:

The ideal candidate is a working manager with real property management experience, excellent leadership skills and a firm commitment to superior service. Hayward places a high priority on providing excellent customer service to its internal and external customers. Good written and verbal communication skills are essential to succeed in this position. The ideal candidate will have five years of increasingly responsible experience involving real property appraisals, negotiations, acquisitions, relocations, and property management, including at least two years of supervisory experience. Experience with or exposure to public private partnerships is desirable.

Essential Duties

What you will do: 
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies and procedures related to the City’s real estate activities, plans and projects. 
• Manage City and Hayward Economic Development Corporation’s real estate acquisition and disposition initiatives to achieve City economic development and revenue objectives.
• Prepare requests for proposals designed to select developers and tenants; analyze business terms and negotiate complex lease and purchase agreements. 
• Manage the City’s portfolio of properties leased to third parties. 
• Consult and work closely with the City Attorney’s Office and/or outside legal counsel to ensure agreements, deeds, quitclaims, partial releases, partial reconveyance and other instruments are compliant with municipal, state and federal law. 
• Support Public Works Department with the negotiation and preparation of use agreements related to use of public right-of-way for telecommunication services, including but not limited to, fiber optic cable and small cell radio equipment; administer use agreements once entered. 
• Assist in the selection and contract negotiations with independent appraisers, relocation specialists, negotiators and other outside consultants involved with property, building and right-of-way acquisitions, appraisals, negotiations and relocations, and eminent domain proceedings; provide direction and instruction related to work as needed. 
• Manage administrative support staff to ensure records related to use agreements and leases are complied with, and payments are up to date, and follow up as needed on non-payment. 
• Review title reports to determine ownership, coordinate escrows, and assist other City staff in the preparation of property descriptions and reports related to real property. 
• Manage sales of City surplus property, including advertising, negotiations and recommendations regarding property sales. Provide technical assistance and advice to other City Departments as required relative to Real Property Program. 
• Coordinate outreach to tenants and property owners regarding projects requiring property acquisition; compile data to determine relocation and socio-economic needs of occupants and availability of relocation accommodations; and negotiate appropriate relocation terms and payments. 
• Prepare written and oral reports and correspondence to City Council, City Manager, other City Departments and Department staff. 
• Represent the City to outside agencies and organizations; participate in outside community and professional groups and committees; provide technical assistance as necessary. 
• Research and prepare technical and administrative reports; prepare written correspondence. Represent the City with dignity, integrity, and the spirit of cooperation in all relations with staff and the public. 
• Foster an environment that embraces integrity, service, inclusion and collaboration. 
• Be an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication. 
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service. 
• Perform related duties as assigned.  

• Principles and practices of property leasing, real estate appraisal, valuation, acquisition, relocation, disposal and property management including state-funded and federal-funded projects. 
• Pertinent local, State and Federal rules, regulations and laws pertaining to real property, right-of-way acquisition and vacation, appraisal techniques, property management, eminent domain procedures, title and escrow procedures, real estate, and relocation assistance. 
• Procedures for securing rights-of-way for street and highway purposes, easements, and property rights for the City’s utilities and service facilities, small cell radio equipment and other telecommunication services. 
• Negotiating techniques. Community resources as they pertain to relocation. 
• Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building and conflict resolution. 
• Pertinent local, State and Federal rules, regulations and laws. 
• Principles and practices of organizational analysis and management. 
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment including relevant software programs. 
• Oral and written communication skills; business English including vocabulary, spelling, and correct grammatical usage and punctuation. 
• Safe work practices. 
• Principles and practices of excellent customer service.

• Organize and direct real property activities. 
• Conduct negotiations using professional standards and in accordance with federal, state and local rules and regulations. 
• Collect, analyze, compile and interpret economic, technical and statistical data relating to real property, and to establish fair market values. 
• Remain apprised of current laws and regulations pertaining to areas of responsibility, including use of public right-of-way for small cell radio equipment and other telecommunications equipment. 
• Analyze and resolve complex technical and administrative real estate management, acquisition, disposal, and appraisal valuation problems. 
• Interpret maps, legal documents and engineering plans. 
• Supervise administrative staff and outside consultants. 
• Complete work with a high degree of independence and initiative. 
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals. 
• Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion. 
• Interpret and apply City and department policies, procedures, rules and regulations. 
• Read, write and comprehend the English language at a level necessary for effective job performance exercising correct English usage, vocabulary, spelling, grammar and punctuation. 
• Communicate effectively, tactfully and positively in both oral and written form. 
• Operate and use modern office equipment and technology, including computers and applicable software. 
• Maintain regular attendance and adhere to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities. 
• Utilize appropriate safety procedures and practices for assigned duties. 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 
• Contribute effectively to the accomplishments of City goals, objectives and activities.  

Minimum Qualifications

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

Experience: Five years of increasingly responsible experience involving real property appraisals, negotiations, acquisitions, relocations, and property management, including at least two years of supervisory experience. Experience with or exposure to public private partnerships is desirable 

Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in public or business administration, engineering, real estate or a related field. Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.  

License: Possession and maintenance of a valid Class C California Driver’s License.  

OTHER REQUIREMENTS 
Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to: work in a standard office environment and use standard office equipment and current software; safely drive to various locations throughout the City and County to manage, direct, coordinate and/or participate in meetings and community events in a variety of community settings and weather conditions; make effective presentations to public audiences; conduct City business during day and evening hours, including occasional weekend and irregular hours; grasp, perform repetitive hand movements and fine coordination to prepare documents and data using a computer keyboard and mouse/trackball; sit for prolonged periods of time; stand, walk, reach, bend, and safely lift and move equipment and materials weighing up to 35 pounds; withstand exposure to noise, vibration, chemicals, mechanical and electrical hazards; converse by telephone, by email, in person, and before small and large groups, and be clearly understood; read and comprehend legal, technical and complex documents; interact with the public, elected officials, government agencies, and all different levels of City staff in an effective and professional manner. Essential functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supplemental Information

BENEFITS AND REWARDS:

Depending on employee group, some of these benefits may include:

• Vacation - 80 hours minimum
• 14.5 Paid Holidays
• Generous employer contribution for Health, Dental and Vision coverage
• CalPERS Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (2.5% at 55 for Classic CalPERS members | 2.0% at 62 for New CalPERS members | 3.0% at 50 for Classic Safety members | 2.7% at 57 for New Safety Members) - No Social Security participation.
• Life and Disability Insurance and Paid Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health and Wellness Reimbursement
• Professional Development Reimbursement
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (employee paid)

SELECTION PROCEDURE

A. Minimum Qualifications
B. Cover Letter
C. Resume

Supplemental Question Review - Tentatively Scheduled for late August 2025

Oral Panel Interviews - Tentatively Scheduled for mid/late September 2025

Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receive email notice from Neogov/Government Jobs and the City of Hayward.

The City of Hayward reserves the right to modify the selection process as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity.

Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system.  Our on-line application system is provided by Government Jobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact the Government Jobs Help Desk at  (855) 524-5627.
 

The City of Hayward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

&

A Certified Age Friendly Employer

Learn more about the mission of the age friendly institute here.

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The City is now accepting applications for the position of Management Analyst I/II. While the current opening is in the Public Works Department, applicants interested in this position in any department are strongly encouraged to apply. This recruitment will create an eligibility list which could remain in place for six months to two years. This eligibility list will be used for any Management Analyst I/II position that opens throughout the City.

Management Analyst I/II is responsible for preparing and administering the department operating budget; managing and tracking purchasing; preparing written communication for executives and City Council; coordinating intra-departmental and departmental activities including public outreach; assisting with the development of various short- and long-term plans; supervising or leading administrative staff; and various special projects and duties as assigned. This position requires taking the initiative to problem-solve, effectively communicate, and champion teamwork.

Positions in the Management Analyst class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the Management Analyst II level are normally filled by advancement from the Management Analyst I level after gaining the knowledge, skill, and experience which meets the qualifications for and after demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Any combination of experience and training 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:

• Management Analyst I- Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Economics or a related field.
• Management Analyst II- In addition to the above education requirement, two (2) years of progressively responsible professional level organizational administrative and/or operational support experience. 

License and Certificate:

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

Physical Demands:

• Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, and to operate a motor vehicle to visit various City and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification frequently sit for prolonged periods of time, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to perform assigned duties, as well as push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Standing in and walking between work areas is frequently required. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds with the use of proper equipment.

Applicants are encouraged to review the class specification for the essential duties, and knowledge and abilities required for the position.