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The Position

The Town of Los Altos Hills is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Principal Planner to serve as a key leader within the Community Development Department. Reporting to the Community Development Director, the Principal Planner will assist in the management and administration of planning operations, provide leadership and technical guidance to planning staff, coordinate consultant resources, and oversee the Town's most complex current and long-range planning initiatives.

This position is intended to strengthen the Town's planning capacity by providing senior-level expertise and project management support across a broad range of planning activities. The Principal Planner will play a critical role in advancing major policy initiatives, implementing state-mandated planning programs, managing complex development projects, and ensuring the Department remains responsive to the needs of residents, elected officials, and stakeholders.

The Principal Planner serves as a strategic partner to the Community Development Director and works closely with planning staff, consultants, the Planning Commission, City Council, advisory committees, outside agencies, and community stakeholders to advance the Town's priorities and maintain compliance with evolving State planning requirements.

Los Altos Hills is a unique community with a strong commitment to environmental stewardship, wildfire resilience, open space preservation, and thoughtful land use planning. The Principal Planner will help guide the Town through a variety of complex planning efforts, including Housing Element implementation, General Plan maintenance, Safety Element updates, climate adaptation and resilience planning, zoning updates, and review of significant development proposals.

Examples of Duties

Leadership and Administration

• Assists the Community Development Director in the administration and management of the Planning Division.
• Provides leadership, mentorship, technical guidance, and training to planning staff.
• Assists with work planning, project prioritization, performance management, and professional development of planning personnel.
• Coordinates and oversees the work of planning consultants and technical specialists.
• Assists with departmental budgeting, consultant procurement, contract administration, and strategic planning efforts.
• Serves as acting manager for planning operations in the absence of the Community Development Director, as assigned.

Long-Range Planning

• Leads and manages major long-range planning initiatives and policy projects.
• Oversees implementation of Housing Element programs and other state-mandated planning requirements.
• Assists with updates to the General Plan and its elements, including Housing, Safety, Land Use, Open Space and Conservation, and related implementation programs.
• Coordinates planning efforts related to wildfire resilience, climate adaptation, environmental sustainability, hazard mitigation, and emergency preparedness.
• Manages updates to zoning regulations, objective design standards, development regulations, and related planning policies.
• Conducts research and analysis regarding planning legislation, emerging policy trends, and regulatory changes affecting local government.

Current Planning

• Serves as project manager for complex development applications, including residential, institutional, public, and special projects.
• Reviews development proposals for consistency with the General Plan, Municipal Code, zoning regulations, state law, and applicable planning policies.
• Evaluates environmental, design, land use, infrastructure, and community impacts associated with development proposals.
• Coordinates multidisciplinary project reviews involving Planning, Building, Engineering, Fire, Public Works, and outside agencies.
• Provides technical guidance and recommendations regarding planning, zoning, and development issues.

Environmental Review and Project Management

• Oversees and coordinates environmental review activities pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
• Manages consultant preparation of Initial Studies, Negative Declarations, Mitigated Negative Declarations, Environmental Impact Reports, and related environmental documents.
• Develops project scopes, budgets, schedules, and consultant contracts.
• Monitors project progress and ensures timely completion of assigned planning initiatives.

Public Engagement and Intergovernmental Coordination

• Prepares and presents staff reports, ordinances, resolutions, policy analyses, and recommendations to the Planning Commission, City Council, and advisory committees.
• Represents the Town in meetings with residents, property owners, developers, consultants, regulatory agencies, and community organizations.
• Responds to public inquiries regarding planning policies, development proposals, and land use regulations.
• Facilitates community outreach and public engagement efforts related to planning projects and policy initiatives.
• Coordinates with regional agencies and partner organizations on planning and environmental initiatives.

Other Duties

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge Of

• Advanced principles and practices of urban and regional planning.
• California planning, zoning, subdivision, housing, and environmental laws and regulations.
• Housing Element implementation and General Plan administration.
• Safety Element planning, hazard mitigation, wildfire resilience, and climate adaptation strategies.
• California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and environmental review procedures.
• Municipal government organization and administration.
• Project management principles and practices.
• Consultant contract administration and budget management.
• Public engagement and community outreach techniques.
• Principles and practices of supervision, coaching, and staff development.
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS), permit tracking systems, and related planning technologies.

Ability To

• Assist in the management and administration of a municipal planning program.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance to professional planning staff.
• Coordinate and oversee consultant teams and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and effectively.
• Analyze planning, environmental, and policy issues and develop practical solutions.
• Interpret and apply complex laws, regulations, ordinances, and planning policies.
• Prepare clear, concise, and effective reports, presentations, and policy recommendations.
• Build productive working relationships with elected officials, commissioners, staff, residents, developers, consultants, and public agencies.
• Exercise sound judgment in politically sensitive and technically complex situations.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Represent the Department and the Town in a professional and effective manner.

Qualifications

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in urban planning, city planning, environmental planning, public administration, architecture, geography, or a closely related field.

Eight (8) years of increasingly responsible professional planning experience, including substantial experience managing complex planning projects, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and leading policy development and implementation efforts.

Experience in both current planning and long-range planning is highly desirable.

A master's degree in urban planning, public administration, environmental planning, or a related field is desirable.

Certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is preferred. Candidates without AICP certification must demonstrate equivalent senior-level professional planning experience and expertise.

Demonstrated experience with Housing Element implementation, General Plan updates, Safety Element planning, wildfire resilience, climate adaptation, zoning administration, CEQA compliance, consultant management, and public engagement processes is highly desirable.

Experience supervising, mentoring, or providing technical leadership to professional planning staff is desirable.

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record.

The Town of Hillsborough is seeking a qualified, motivated, and service-oriented engineering professional to join the Public Works Department. This is one flexibly staffed position that may be filled at either the Associate Civil Engineer or Senior Civil Engineer level, depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, and the needs of the Town.

This management-level position will serve directly under the Deputy Director of Public Works and will supervise engineering and inspector staff. The role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative municipal environment on a wide range of public works and civil engineering responsibilities, including wastewater, water, street, and storm drain infrastructure capital improvement projects, private development review and coordination, resident and contractor interaction, and project delivery from planning through construction. The selected candidate may also help represent the Department through City Council presentations, staff reports, coordination with senior staff, and communication on complex or high-profile matters involving residents, consultants, contractors, regulatory agencies, and other public agencies.

The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator and practical problem-solver with sound technical judgment, initiative, and a commitment to providing responsive public service in a small-town setting.

Associate Civil Engineer

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, performs a variety of professional civil engineering field and office work related to the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of the Town’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP), traffic engineering, and private development projects and studies; prepares designs and specifications and conducts inspections of assigned projects; serves as project manager for assigned projects; confers with developers, contractors, other engineers, and the general public; represents the Town at a variety of committee, commission, and City Council meetings;  and performs related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from assigned supervisory or management staff.  Exercises direct supervision over technical and professional staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is the full supervisory-level class in the professional engineering series.  Positions at this level are distinguished from the Assistant Engineer by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, exercising judgment and initiative, and supervision of staff. Positions perform diverse and specialized professional engineering activities with accountability and ongoing decision-making responsibilities associated with the work.  Positions receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.  This class is distinguished from the Senior Civil Engineer in that the latter has management responsibility for all engineering projects and programs of the Engineering Division.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations where appropriate so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of assigned staff in the Engineering Division; trains staff in work procedures; evaluates employee performance, counsels employees, and effectively recommends initial disciplinary action; assists in selection and promotion.
• Participates in the development of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for assigned services and programs; recommends and implements policies and procedures.
• Monitors activities of the engineering work unit; identifies opportunities for improving service delivery and procedures; provides recommendations concerning process changes; reviews with appropriate management staff; implements improvements.
• Coordinates department programs, projects, and activities with other Town departments, local jurisdictions and agencies, and regional, state, and federal agencies.
• Participates in annual budget preparation; identifies resource needs; prepares detailed cost estimates with appropriate justifications; monitors expenditures.
• Manages and provides technical support in all phases of engineering projects including planning, design, construction, and close-out; performs project management activities, including preparing preliminary and final designs and specifications, developing requests for proposals and scopes of work, cost estimates, change orders, work plans, budgets, schedules, and baseline requirements and contract negotiations and management; coordinates bid processes and develops recommendations for consultant/contractor selection; administers contracts and agreements; reviews the work of consultants and contractors; ensures compliance with specifications; recommends modifications; reviews and approves payment requests.
• Performs engineering design work by researching data, conducting surveys and engineering analysis of alternatives, and determining design criteria in accordance with required standards and codes.
• Prepares and reviews traffic control and signal plans; conducts traffic safety and neighborhood traffic circulation studies.
• Conducts field inspections to ensure conformance with design and specifications as well as compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines.
• Prepares and presents technical project and staff reports for various committees, commissions, and at public meetings and hearings; prepares a variety of written reports, memoranda, and correspondence.
• Supervises the preparation and maintenance of reports, records, and files; ensures the proper documentation of projects and activities.
• Collaborates and confers with developers, engineers, architects, and contractors and other Town staff in acquiring information and coordinating engineering matters; provides information regarding Town project requirements and Town policies, procedures, codes, and ordinances.
• Represents the Town in meetings with members of other public and private organizations, community groups, contractors, developers, and the public.
• Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of engineering.
• Answers questions and provides information to the public; investigates and responds to complaints and inquiries from citizens, other departments, and external agencies; recommends corrective actions to resolve issues.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, discipline, and the training of staff in work procedures.
• Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly.
• Principles and practices of project budgeting, cost estimation, funding, project management, and contract administration.
• Civil engineering principles, practices, and methods.
• Methods, materials, and techniques used in the construction of public works and private development projects.
• General design, layout, and construction practices for public improvements such as streets, utilities, storm drains, grading, and landscaping.
• Engineering plan types, review practices, and permit filing and approval procedures.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and organizational policies and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Principles of advanced mathematics and their application to engineering work.
• Practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing technical reports.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and Town staff.
• The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.

Ability to:

• Assist in developing and implementing goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work standards.
• Select and supervise staff, provide training and development opportunities, ensure work is performed effectively, and evaluate performance in an objective and positive manner.
  • Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
• Identify problems, research and analyze relevant information, and develop and present recommendations and justification for solutions.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Apply engineering principles and techniques to evaluate and solve civil engineering problems.
• Prepare, understand, and interpret engineering construction plans, technical drawings and designs, specifications, as-builts, and other contract documents.
• Independently conduct engineering studies and research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective staff and technical reports; present technical engineering information and data in an effective manner.
• Perform mathematical and engineering computations with precision.
• Respond to complaints or inquiries from citizens, staff, and outside organizations.
• Read, understand, and interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications.
• Prepare clear, effective, and accurate reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Maintain accurate logs, records, and written records of work performed.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience:

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

Equivalent to completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in civil engineering and four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in professional engineering design, plan review, and project administration, preferably in a public agency setting.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Professional Civil Engineer license issued by the California Board of Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists within twelve months of appointment. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to inspect Town sites, including traversing uneven terrain, climbing ladders, stairs, and other temporary or construction access points; to operate a motor vehicle and visit various Town sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas and to conduct inspections may be required.  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 occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.  Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds.

Environmental Elements

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.  Employees may work in the field and occasionally be exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes.

Senior Civil Engineer

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and manages the staff and projects of the Engineering Division; serves as project manager for complex professional engineering activities including planning, design, construction, and maintenance of the Town’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP), traffic engineering, and private development projects and studies; manages the effective use of division resources to improve organizational productivity and customer service; provides complex and responsible support to the Deputy Director, Public Works in areas of expertise; and performs related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from the Deputy Director of Public Works.  Exercises direct supervision over supervisory, professional, technical, and administrative support staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is a management classification responsible for planning, organizing, and managing the staff, operations, and activities of the Engineering Division.  Incumbents are responsible for performing diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making responsibilities, which include division budget administration, program evaluation, and recommendation and implementation of policies, procedures, goals, objectives, priorities, and standards related to engineering.  Incumbents serve as a professional-level resource for organizational, managerial, and operational analyses and studies.  Performance of the work requires the use of considerable independence, initiative, and discretion within broad guidelines.  This class is distinguished from the Deputy Director of Public Works in that the latter is a professional engineering class overseeing all engineering and public works operations and maintenance programs and projects of the Public Works Department.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations where appropriate so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Plans, manages, and oversees the daily functions, operations, and activities of the Engineering Division, including planning, design, construction, and maintenance of the Town’s CIP program, traffic engineering, and private development projects and studies.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the division; recommends within division policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Participates in the development, administration, and oversight of division and CIP budgets; determines funding needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; ensures compliance with budgeted funding.
• Develops and standardizes procedures and methods to improve and continuously monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of assigned programs, service delivery methods, and procedures; assesses and monitors workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Participates in the selection of, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; works with employees to correct deficiencies; recommends and implements discipline and termination procedures.
• Develops and manages requests for proposals for professional and/or contracted services; prepares scope of work and any technical specifications; evaluates proposals and recommends award; negotiates contracts; administers contracts to ensure compliance with Town specifications and service quality.
• Coordinates and participates in CIP planning activities; provides oversight and input into conceptual designs of engineering projects; investigates and resolves problems with scope of work or cost issues of major facility upgrade and replacement projects; ensures that projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Manages and provides technical support in all phases of engineering projects including planning, design, construction, and close-out.
• Manages land development activities, including the review and approval of subdivision maps, grading/drainage and erosion control plans, storm water management, and developer public improvement plans; oversees the issuance of encroachment permits for construction work within the Town’s public right-of-way.
• Develops, directs, and reviews standards for design and construction of public works facilities, including streets, storm drains, sewer and water systems, and Town buildings and facilities.
• Analyzes civil engineering plan design, specifications, and consultant and staff comments in accordance with design requirements and municipal and intergovernmental standards and regulations; recommends approval or additional engineering conditions and changes; reviews and signs engineering drawings, plans, specifications, studies, and reports.
• Prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence related to assigned activities and services; presents reports to various commissions, committees, and boards.
• Serves as a liaison for assigned functions with other Town departments and outside agencies.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in engineering; researches emerging products and enhancements and their applicability to Town needs.
• Monitors changes in regulations and technology that may affect operations; implements policy and procedural changes after approval. 
• Receives, investigates, and responds to difficult and sensitive problems and complaints in a professional manner; identifies and reports findings and takes necessary corrective action.
• Directs the establishment and maintenance of working and official division files.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation, project management, budget development and administration, and contract administration and management.
• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures.
• Principles and practices of leadership. 
• Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and organizational policies and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Advanced civil engineering principles, practices, and methods including general design, layout, and construction practices for public improvements.
• Engineering plan types, review practices, and permit filing and approval procedures.
• Engineering and surveying tools and equipment.
• Principles of advanced mathematics and their application to engineering work.
• Practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing technical reports.
• Techniques for effectively representing the Town in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
• Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to the operations of the assigned division.
• Methods and techniques of preparing technical and administrative reports, and general business correspondence.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and Town staff.
• The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.

Ability to:

• Plan, organize, oversee and manage the staff and operations of the Engineering Division.
• Develop and implement goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work standards. 
• Prepare and administer large and complex budgets; allocate limited resources in a cost-effective manner.
• Select and supervise staff, provide training and development opportunities, ensure work is performed effectively, and evaluate performance in an objective and positive manner. 
• Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
• Apply engineering principles and techniques to evaluate and solve civil engineering problems.
• Prepare, analyze, and interpret engineering plans and specifications in accordance with design requirements and applicable standards and regulations.
• Use engineering and surveying tools and equipment effectively and in a safe manner. 
• Independently conduct engineering studies and research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective staff and technical reports; present technical engineering information and data in an effective manner.
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Effectively present projects and represent the division and the Town in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals.
• Direct the establishment and maintenance of a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience:

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

Equivalent to completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in civil engineering and six (6) years of increasingly responsible experience in professional engineering design, plan review, and project administration, preferably in a public agency setting.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License.
• Possession of a valid Professional Civil Engineer license issued by the California Board of Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to inspect Town sites, including traversing uneven terrain, climbing ladders, stairs, and other temporary or construction access points; to operate a motor vehicle and visit various Town sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas and to conduct inspections may be required.  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 occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.  Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds.

Environmental Elements

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.  Employees may work in the field and occasionally be exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes.

The Town of Moraga offers a supportive, team-oriented environment where you will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of meaningful municipal engineering projects and make a visible impact in the community. This is a great opportunity for an engineer who enjoys wearing many hats, working across disciplines, and gaining broad experience in capital projects, land development, traffic engineering, stormwater compliance, and public works infrastructure.
 
As an Associate Engineer, you will perform complex and advanced engineering work to advance a diverse portfolio of Town priorities. Assignments may include roadway and traffic safety improvements, multimodal trails and Safe Routes to School projects, drainage and stormwater improvements, pavement and sidewalk work, development review, and other capital and infrastructure projects. In a small but dedicated organization, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of projects, work closely with staff and consultants, and help provide technical guidance and support to junior staff on assigned work.
 
The Town values initiative, collaboration, practical problem-solving, and a commitment to quality public service. Moraga is an excellent place for a motivated engineer to broaden technical skills, build project management experience, and grow professionally while helping deliver projects that support and enhance the community.

The Town of Moraga offers a supportive, team-oriented environment where you will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of meaningful municipal engineering projects and make a visible impact in the community. This is a great opportunity for an engineer who enjoys wearing many hats, working across disciplines, and gaining broad experience in capital projects, land development, traffic engineering, stormwater compliance, and public works infrastructure.

As a Senior Engineer, you will lead highly specialized and complex engineering work to advance a diverse portfolio of Town priorities. Assignments may include roadway and traffic safety improvements, multimodal trails and Safe Routes to School projects, drainage and stormwater improvements, pavement and sidewalk work, development review, and other capital and infrastructure projects. The role also provides opportunities to work directly with elected officials, represent the Town on committees and commissions, and participate in regional coordination efforts.

In a small but dedicated organization, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of projects, work closely with staff and consultants, and help provide technical guidance and support to junior staff on assigned work. You will also have the chance to help advance innovative and regionally significant efforts, including federally funded Safe Streets and Roads for All planning and implementation work and the Countywide Smart Signals project in partnership with the Contra Costa Transportation Authority.

The Town values initiative, collaboration, practical problem-solving, and a commitment to quality public service. Moraga is an excellent place for a motivated engineer to broaden technical skills, build project management experience, and grow professionally while helping deliver projects that support and enhance the community.

The Housing Authority is seeking an exceptional, team-oriented candidate to oversee projects and initiatives in support of the Alameda Housing Authority (AHA)’s affordable housing development and neighborhood revitalization programs in the City. This may include new construction development, acquisition and rehabilitation of properties, and development for projects for AHA’s nonprofit development affiliate, Island City Development. AHA’s pipeline of multifamily projects includes serving family, homeless, workforce, and senior populations and managing major renovation of occupied properties within AHA’s portfolio. The Senior Project Manager will also manage a wide range of consultant relationships and may supervise one or more junior staff.

AHA is particularly interested in applications from candidates with a strong track record in successful management of affordable real estate development and housing new construction, and familiarity with various related federal, state, and local regulations. Desirable candidates will be knowledgeable about zoning and environmental regulations 
related to affordable development, experienced with development and administration of consultants and contracts, and have experience with public, private and non-profit affordable housing funding sources such as the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program, Project based Section 8 and Tax-exempt bonds.

This is an exempt, at-will position. The Authority operates on a 9/72-hour biweekly schedule and is closed every other Friday.

To apply, submit a:

• Resume, and
• Cover letter stating why you are interested in and qualified for the position (two pages maximum)
• Supplemental questions (two pages maximum)

Your resume and cover letter must be emailed to tpgco@aol.com with the subject line: Senior Project Manager – Employment Application

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY VIA THE AHA WEBSITE 

https://www.alamedahsg.org/working-with-aha/careers-at-aha/

If you need a reasonable accommodation under the American with Disabilities Act, please contact the 
Housing Authority office at hr@alamedahsg.org. 

The Housing Authority of the City of Alameda is an Equal Opportunity / ADA Employer

General

The Principal Transportation Planner, Multimodal Corridor Programs will report to the San Mateo County Transportation Authority (SMCTA) Manager, Planning and Fund Management, and will be responsible for leading strategic planning initiatives for the Corridor Connect Program, managing the Highway Program Call for Projects, and leading major multimodal safety and congestion relief planning projects. This Principal Transportation Planner will work in partnership with jurisdiction staff across San Mateo County to support local agencies with complex transportation projects, community engagement, and grant or funding strategy development. This role will also support the Planning & Fund Management team members with other SMCTA managed programs, as needed, including the Pedestrian & Bicycle Program and Transportation Demand Management Program. 

Essential Functions & Duties

Examples of Essential Functions: 

• Coordinate on-going initiatives and programmatic activities, monitor progress of priority projects, and communicate updates regularly to stakeholder groups along SMCTA Corridor Connect major highways include US 101, El Camino Real, and Highway 1   
• Manage complex and multi-disciplinary planning projects, or significant portions of such projects, involving a high level of technical complexity, public visibility, and coordination with numerous stakeholders.
• Compile, arrange, analyze, and interpret transportation, demographic and financial data, and presenting them in both quantitative and qualitative formats.
• Facilitate public meetings/workshops and assist with promoting community-based organization partnerships in planning efforts.
• Provide technical assistance to stakeholder agencies on various transportation subject areas by leading projects on behalf of outside agencies, managing consultant contracts, and providing strategic guidance on an as needed basis.
• Lead the development of funding strategies to assist with advanced planning for implementing projects.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external teams to help advance and support mobility initiatives with a focus on multimodal safety and congestion relief for highways and major arterials.
• May supervise staff including hiring, mentoring and taking appropriate corrective and/or disciplinary action. Ensure EEO and affirmative action policies and procedures are followed. Coordinate staff training and professional development, establish performance objectives, monitor and evaluate employee performance. 

• Advance planning work related to a number of wide-ranging topics including but not limited to the following: mobility hubs, transportation demand management, bicycle and pedestrian planning and concept design, signal operations, and/or multimodal highway planning efforts.

• Manage projects and/or programs in partnership with outside agencies, including but not limited to cities, County of San Mateo, and City/County of San Mateo Association of Governments (C/CAG).

• Prepare or coordinate the research, analysis and writing of reports for the SMCTA Board and/or advisory committees.

• Develop and present oral reports in relation to SMCTA planning and program initiatives.

• Assist with the strategic development and preparation of grant applications.

• Establish and maintain working relationships with key partners at the local, regional, and state levels.  

• Assist with the development of strategic planning efforts.

• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect one’s self, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Sufficient experience, training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. In lieu of a degree, work-related experience that demonstrates the skills and experience necessary to perform this role will be accepted. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public or Business Administration, Transportation/Urban Planning, Public Policy, Economics, Engineering, and/or other related field. 

• Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in providing professional-level multimodal transportation planning and concept designs. 

• Knowledge of transportation planning and/or engineering for bicycle/pedestrian, transit, transportation demand management, multimodal highways and the environmental process for transportation projects is preferred.
• Knowledge of Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual and best practice design standards such as NACTO, AASHTO, and other sources.
• Knowledge of local, regional, state, and federal grant funding opportunities.  
• Experience with GIS and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proven experience utilizing analytical, written and verbal communication and presentation skills at many different levels of an organization.
• Effective oral and written communications skills.

The County Executive’s Office is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Procurement Management Analyst.  This position will provide the chosen candidate with the opportunity to support the Procurement Division by combining both procurement expertise and technical systems expertise.

The Management Analyst (MA) will serve as the subject matter expert for procurement policies. They will rely on their strong writing skills to translate their expertise to training materials, procurement manuals, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), etc. Strong interpersonal and effective communication skills will support their ability to lead and deliver training and serve as a procurement consultant to all county departments and special districts. The MA should exemplify thoughtful engagement and collaboration across the organization. 

The MA will bring strong technology expertise to the role to assist County departments in implementing OpenGov Procurement, the County’s electronic procurement platform. The MA will also be a stakeholder in system development. This includes implementing new functions, executing change management, and operationalizing across the organization. They will also ensure procurement policies are appropriately engaged in the system through regular audits and reporting. Innovative solution-driven systems management will be a core competency of the MA. 

The MA will also participate in a variety of special projects, which will engage the MA’s analytical foundation, adaptability, and project management skills. Successful candidates will combine procurement and technical systems fluency towards assigned special projects. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer electronic procurement platforms.
• Develop procurement and systems related materials including but not limited to:
• Training documents
• SOPs
• Policy guides and manuals
• Lead trainings, both virtual and in-person.
• Provide procurement consultations across a spectrum of staffing levels and procurement expertise.
• Maintain and develop executive level reports and records.
• Engage in special projects as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Has experience in purchasing and RFP development. 
• Has demonstrated knowledge of and experience in government procurement and agreement administration and can serve as a subject matter expert for the County.
• Is an influential communicator and proven relationship-builder who can successfully collaborate with multiple stakeholders, including department heads, staff members, contractors, and vendors. 
• Is committed to maintaining a high standard of customer service to all departments, contractors, and vendors.
• Has knowledge of and experience incorporating relevant laws, regulations, and policies that affect and/or regulate government procurement.
• Has experience assisting with the administration of an e-procurement system.
• Has systems and technology fluency.
• Has skills and experience in planning, coordinating, and leading County-wide special projects.
• Has strong interpersonal relationship skills.
• Has excellent verbal and written communication skills.

This is a limited-term position. Limited-term positions are full-time, fully benefited, temporary positions. This current position is funded for up to three years, depending on the department’s needs.  Limited Term employees receive medical and dental benefits, like regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan (401-A).  
  
Information for current County employees: Current and regular County of San Mateo Employees who are interested in this assignment must submit application materials and compete in the selection process. If you are successful in the selection process and are being considered for the assignment, HR will work directly with you and/or your department for options. Please note there is no guarantee that you will be allowed by your department to rotate into this assignment nor is your department obligated to allow you to take on this assignment. The salary range for this position is "as is" and non-negotiable.

Qualifications:

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

• At least three years of professional administrative experience as a Contracts Analyst, and at least one year of experience in relationship management, one year of experience in data reporting, and one year of experience with project management.
• Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, or a related field. 

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of public procurement processes at the organizational and departmental levels.
• Principles and practices of public procurement processes, including current trends in policy, planning, finance, and related issues.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures. 
• Project and/or program management, analytical processes, and report preparation techniques.
• Organization, procedure, and responsibilities of the Procurement Division
• Related computer systems and applications.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with contractors and County staff.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. 

 Skill/Ability to:

• Assist in the development of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards.
• Perform responsible and difficult administrative work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative.
• Conduct research on a wide variety of administrative and project-related topics.  
• Evaluate and develop improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods.
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Organize, prioritize, and complete multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner and organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Plan, organize, and carry out assignments from management staff with minimal direction.
• Analyze, interpret, summarize, and present administrative and technical information and data in an effective manner.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines in politically sensitive situations.
• Effectively represent the Procurement Division in meetings with other County departments, and in meetings with individuals.

Application/Examination:

This is an Open recruitment.  Anyone may apply.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%) which may include a performance exam. 

Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in County of San Mateo, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.  

    
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please apply at https://jobs.smcgov.org/. 

Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.  

 
~TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE~
Final Filing Date: July 7, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. PST
Application Screening (Tentative): July 8-13, 2026
Panel Interviews (Tentative): July 22 and/0r 23, 2026

About the County  
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.

Analyst: Chet Overstreet (06242026) (Management Analyst – D181)

The Port of San Francisco is an enterprise agency of the City and County of San Francisco and is governed by a Commission of five members appointed by the Mayor. The Port Commission is responsible for overseeing a broad range of waterfront commercial, maritime, and public access facilities that are held in public trust for the people of California. The Port’s jurisdiction covers approximately 7.5 miles of waterfront land from Pier 98, near Hunter’s Point in the southern part of San Francisco, to Fisherman’s Wharf in the northern part of the City.

The Port’s diverse business portfolio includes over 550 ground, commercial, retail, office, industrial and maritime industrial leases including cargo shipping, layberthing, excursion boats, ferry boats, fishing and fish processing/distribution, tourism, filming, harbor services, and cruise operations. With some of the most flexible cargo handling facilities on the West Coast, as well as naturally deep water, the Port can handle various types of cargo such as, dry-bulk, neo-bulk, roll-on/roll-off, and project cargoes.

The Port of San Francisco has many internationally recognized landmarks such as Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 39, the Exploratorium, the Ferry Building and Oracle Park, home of the San Francisco Giants baseball team. With its unique and historic properties, the Port is home to a variety of tenants and uses. The Port Commission over the last five decades has led a remarkable transformation of the Port; maintaining its industrial maritime heritage while developing new uses, including commercial and public activities, that have helped San Francisco remain one of the most visited and popular cities on the globe.

For more information about the Port of San Francisco, visit SFPort.com. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook.   

The Port of San Francisco is embarking on a multi-year project to replace the organization’s legacy enterprise business applications with a modern, unified platform built on Salesforce. This project will lead the replacement and migration of Port Enterprise technologies that have reached end-of-life with modern systems that support and promote the department's business capabilities. The project is focused on building and implementing data-rich, constituent-and user-focused, integrated systems. As a user researcher, the Senior User Research Analyst will conduct research with staff and stakeholders of the Port and synthesize that research into actionable insights for the product team. 

Under direction, the Senior User Research Analyst: 

• Plans, organizes, performs, delivers, directs and/or controls highly complex technology-related work products requiring industry or product expertise in broad areas of information technology. 
• Ensures the Port’s modern platform meets the business needs of the Port and doesn’t just replicate the existing workflows. 
• Develop and conducts workshops, brainstorming sessions, and other interactive activities with end-users, including employees, partners, and tenants, as applicable, to identify user needs and apply them to business capabilities. 
• Evaluates the impact of the incremental improvements in the Port’s platform and suggest course correction and incremental improvement to maximize its effectiveness.   
• Responsible for developing and maintaining system requirements for all Port Modernization projects. 
• Collaborates closely with product, technology, and business stakeholders to ensure user research findings inform requirements, prioritization, and product decisions throughout the Port Modernization program.  
• Directly contributes, as the voice of the end-users, in project and work prioritization discussions with the technology project management and leadership team, ensuring that user needs are always considered up-front.    
• Leads the development and delivery of technology oriented organizational change management, including establishing relationships with and elevating change champions across the organization, developing training materials, and leading user adoption.  

Work for the City of Sunnyvale: The Heart of the Silicon Valley! Visitors and residents enjoy Sunnyvale's beautiful, clean suburban setting, efficient, high-quality city services, low crime rate, quality schools and prize-winning parks.  The City is recruiting for two Traffic Engineers. 

One Traffic Engineer position will manage, coordinate, and oversee the City’s Traffic Calming Program. Key responsibilities include working with residents on traffic calming requests, collecting and analyzing traffic data, conducting public outreach, developing and implementing traffic calming measures to address community concerns, conducting after studies, and preparing recommendations for City Council consideration. This position will also manage the traffic issue request queue for all types of requests, working with the rest of the division on evaluations, resolutions, and responses to the requests.  This position may also perform other duties as assigned.

A second Traffic Engineer position will help manage, coordinate and oversee large transportation infrastructure projects from planning through construction. This position will support our Transportation Special Projects team, working closely with a Principal Transportation Engineer and a Senior Traffic Engineer primarily on the delivery of large-scale transportation infrastructure projects for the City. Responsibilities include advancing projects through various stages of development and implementation, representing the City in coordination with stakeholders and partner agencies, applying for and managing grant funding related to the projects, overseeing consultant teams, reviewing technical plans, specifications and reports, conducting public outreach; providing traffic related technical support to other Public Works divisions, and performing other duties as assigned.

The City of Sunnyvale offers:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Retiree medical benefits available
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Accruals
• Paid Holidays 
• Employee Wellness Programs

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way:

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering,  AND
 
Two years of experience performing relevant, professional level work in traffic, transportation or civil engineering.

Current registration as a Professional Civil or Traffic Engineer issued by the State of California is required.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. The final filing date is Monday, July 20, 2026 5:00 PM. For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

Salary: $59.94 - $76.50 Hourly

To review the full job description and apply, please use this link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sunnyvale/jobs/5368513/traffic-engineer

Under the supervision and general direction of the District Engineer, this student engineering position  performs a variety of basic technical civil engineering duties such as mapping, data entry, review of residential and commercial developments, and supporting capital projects. Responsibilities include assisting the Associate Engineer with project management, plan review, fee calculations, permit issuance, maintaining engineering records, conducting field surveys, site inspections, and data analysis. Responsibilities also include assisting the Engineering Technician in GIS and AutoCAD related projects as needed.

Other related duties may be assigned as needed.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Engineering Intern is a part-time hourly/non-exempt position that performs varied tasks and assists the Engineering Team with applied research, inspections, and administrative support functions as part of the learning experience in conjunction with educational coursework leading to an advanced degree in Engineering.

Examples of Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Performs general GIS/AutoCAD map updates and modifications including the collection of GPS data points.
• Performs supervised plan checks on new development, capital projects, remodels, and tenant improvements for compliance with State laws and Regulations and modern construction techniques.
• Confers with property owners and contractors to explain requirements and to induce compliance to Regulations.
• Maintains electronic and paper records of changes of plans and specifications, manages the data necessary for establishing sewer connection permits and changes and maintains related records.
• Performs basic drafting work, laying out and correcting of maps, plans and diagrams.
• Prepares reports, spreadsheets, databases, graphs, tables, and other supporting project related documentation, records, and notes. 
• Assists District Engineer with the management and successful completion of Capital Improvement projects, Recycled Water projects, Flow Equalization land development and consolidation efforts;
• Assist homeowners and developers in the administration and calculation of reimbursement agreements and annexation into the main sewer line system.
• Assists with the review of plans and specifications for a variety of engineering related projects and initiatives.
• Assists with creating, maintaining, and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for computer operations related to functional areas of operations.
• Provide general and specific information to developers, contractors, design consultants, the public, and staff on specifications, ordinances, and policies.
• Performs varied mathematical computations.
• Ensures safety and health procedures and precautions are adhered to, corrects unsafe work conditions/practices and/or reports unsafe work conditions/practices to assigned supervisory or managerial staff.
• Performs related duties as assigned

Additional Requirements
Knowledge of:

• Basic civil engineering principles and related terminology.
• Applicable regulations. laws. specifications. engineering principles. codes. policies, and methods of materials and equipment used in surveying, pipeline construction, engineering, inspection, field and office practices.
• Methods of preparing and interpreting maps, charts, graphs, plans, and technical reports.
• Methods of interpreting and presenting technical data verbally and in reports.
• Microsoft Office, GIS, (AutoCAD), and other modern engineering software programs
• Occupational hazards and standard safety procedures.
• Recordkeeping and report writing principles and procedures.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Principles of algebra, geometry and trigonometry as it applies to computations of angles, areas, distances, traverses and engineering formulas.

Ability to:

• Perform accurate arithmetical, financial, and statistical computations.
• Learn, understand, interpret and apply laws. specifications, regulations, practices, and policies related to civil engineering.
• Promote and maintain cooperative working relationships with the public, contractors, district personnel, public utilities and others.
• Create, read, revise. interpret. understand, and update neat engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, work orders, plans, schematics, or other related supporting documentation, notes, and records.
• Exercise good analytical and organizational skills.
• Successfully utilize Microsoft Office, GIS. (AutoCAD), other modern engineering software programs. and database platforms including Access and SQL server.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed.
• Remain current on emerging technologies related to engineering, administration, construction, inspection, and information technology.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines.
• Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work and set priorities.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Analyze, evaluate, design, program, install, troubleshoot, and maintain information systems and peripherals.
• Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Operate a motor vehicle to travel to various job sites, projects, and/or meetings.

Experience:

• Recent civil engineering graduate or Junior/Senior level university student currently enrolled in an accredited civil engineering undergrad or graduate degree program.

Education:

• Associate degree working towards Bachelors
• Recent civil engineering graduate
• Junior/Senior level university student currently enrolled in an accredited civil engineering undergrad or graduate degree program.
• Relevant Experience with certification will be considered (ie: AutoCAD (2020), GIS, Database Management)

Overtime/On-Call:

• Must be willing to work overtime as needed.

License and Certificate:

• Possession of a valid Class "C" Driver License is required.

Special Requirements:
Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment:

• Ability to work in a standard office environment and drive to different sites as needed. Ability to work in environments with some exposure to noise, the outdoors, and mechanical hazards.
• Employees of West Bay Sanitary District are, by State and Federal law, Disaster Service Workers. In the event of a declaration of emergency, any employee may be assigned activities which promote the protection of public health and safety or the preservation of lives and property either within the locale, or your own community.