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The City of Dixon is opening a great opportunity for those curious to learn about the ins and outs of police work for the position of Police Cadet in the Police Department. Under the supervision of veteran Police Officer's the cadet experiences what it takes to develop important cadet skills. Examples: cadet patrol, traffic control, attending meetings, delivery of witness subpoenas, report taking, provide assistance to the various bureaus within the department, directing phone calls to the appropriate personnel, learns how to interact with the community during all kinds of problem-solving situations.

This is an entry-level, volunteer position intended as an educational and career development internship. In addition to serving a support role within the Police Department, this classification is exposed to a wide variety of law enforcement duties and will gain experience in the work place.

A Cadet volunteers a minimum of 8 hours per month and work is conducted both in a police station and in the field. Work involves irregular, often non-scheduled, hours during the day and evenings, and on the weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

Employment Processing: Those selected for hire must successfully complete and pass the following: a personal background investigation, and a pre-employment drug screen. In accordance with Federal law, an employee must provide proof of identity and legal right to work in the United States.

Veteran’s Preference Points: Veteran’s Preference points will be applied. A copy of the DD214 form must be filed as a PDF attachment at the time of application. 

The City of Dixon is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Reasonable Accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling (707) 678-7000.

Please do not reply to emails from CalOpps during this process at any time as this correspondence does not come back to our agency.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. To apply for this position please visit Parking/Ground Transportation Administrator - Department of Transportation | Job Details tab | Career Pages (governmentjobs.com).

 

Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and here to learn more about San José.

 

About the Department

The Department of Transportation (DOT) plans, develops, operates, and maintains transportation facilities, services, and related systems which contribute to the livability and economic health of the City. We comprise a team of more than 500 people ready to serve the needs of our residents to improve the efficiency and safety of San José streets. We are an energetic and innovative team that is improving transportation in the nation’s 10th largest city, while focusing on safety, sustainability, and active public life! For more information about DOT, visit www.sanjoseca.gov/transportation.

About the Division
 
The Parking Division resides within Transportation and Parking Operations and provides a comprehensive range of services aimed at meeting the needs of businesses, downtown employees, visitors, convention, cultural and sports facilities, special
events, schools and residents. Services include:
 

• Operations and maintenance of the City’s public parking facilities: eight garages and six surface lots totaling over 7,000 parking spaces, and 2,500 on-street metered parking spaces utilizing smart meter, and multi-space meter technologies.
   
• Management of vendor contracts, including a Parking Operations vendor responsible for day-to-day management of off-street facilities and Security vendor responsible for parking facility security and parking enforcement field investigations.
   
• Parking compliance activities supporting traffic safety, street cleanliness and maintenance activities, turnover of on-street spaces in business districts; and enhanced neighborhood quality-of-life through the removal of vehicles abandoned or stored in the public right-of-way.
   
• Collection of fines from parking citations and oversight of administrative review process for contested citations.
   
• Development and implementation of transportation and parking operation plans for a variety of special events, including provision of traffic control during events.
   
• Staff support to the Downtown Parking Board. The Board is comprised of seven members appointed by the City Council and serves as a public forum for discussion of downtown parking issues.
   
• The 24-25 fiscal year operating budget for the Parking Division’s services includes revenue projections of approximately $12 million from lots/garages and $3 million from on-street meters. The Division is supported by nearly 90 employees, both professional staff that lead programs, implement projects, and perform analytical administrative work; and field staff that provides parking compliance and meter collections/repair services. 

Position Duties

 
The Department of Transportation (DOT) is looking to potentially fill three (3) vacancies for Parking/Ground Transportation Administrator. Each role has a distinct focus: one  leads the on-street vehicle abatement efforts, another oversees on-street enforcement programs, and the third manages the daily operations of off-street parking lots and garages.
 
On-Street Vehicle Abatement Parking/Ground Transportation Administrator 
The On-Street Vehicle Abatement Parking/Ground Transportation Administrator is a newly created position within the Division, reporting to the Vehicle Abatement Parking Manager. This role will oversee the launch and management of the City’s initiative to address vehicle blight and maintain street cleanliness across the City.

New Program Services Include:

• Oversee the citywide enforcement of oversized and lived-in vehicles.
• Lead efforts to inventory oversized and lived-in vehicles parked on streets citywide.
• Analyze data to develop and implement a site/location prioritization strategy.
• Manage internal and external outreach, including delivering presentations to community stakeholders.
• Implement temporary and permanent parking restrictions, such as tow-away zones.
• Oversee enforcement activities, including towing, enhanced cleaning, and street-sweeping in designated zones/areas.
• Track program progress and outcomes, providing regular status reports.
• Manage interdepartmental relationships to ensure the program’s success.

Under direction, the On-Street Vehicle Abatement Parking/Ground Transportation Administrator performs complex professional, analytical, and administrative work in the development, implementation, and management of parking programs and contracts related to on-street parking enforcement operations.

This role includes one direct report—a Parking and Traffic Control Supervisor—and oversees eighteen (18) indirect reports, comprising two (2) Senior Parking and Traffic Control Officers (Sr. PTCOs) and sixteen (16) PTCOs.

The successful candidate will lead, manage, and motivate a team of nineteen (19) staff members by setting clear goals, fostering an innovative work environment, maximizing staff development, and recognizing achievements appropriately.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day management of the Parking Compliance Unit’s Vehicle Abatement Program.
• Serve as the City’s primary liaison for Council office staff and constituents regarding oversized vehicle and vehicle abatement concerns.
• Manage parking compliance and enforcement activities in alignment with the San Jose Municipal Code and California Vehicle Code.
• Analyze on-street parking conditions and assist in establishing appropriate parking controls.
• Manage program budgets and fiscal activities effectively.
• Provide staff support and collaborate with committees, boards, task forces, community groups, associations, and interdepartmental teams.
• Coordinate and contribute to the preparation of new parking ordinances, resolutions, requests for proposals (RFPs), agreements, and City Council memorandums related to on-street parking services.
• Analyze data to optimize the use and enforcement of on-street parking.
• Lead the hiring, onboarding, training, development, and performance appraisal of staff within the Parking Compliance Unit (PCU) and support the Vehicle Abatement Parking Manager in developing and managing Standard Operating Procedures across the unit.
• Perform routine audits of program operations, evaluate processes to identify improvement opportunities, and assist with the planning and execution of short- and long-term parking planning projects and programs.
• Support procurement processes within the Parking Division by developing Scopes of Service for RFPs and RFBs and develop reports and presentations for community meetings and other stakeholder groups.
• Manage vendor 
• Navigate political decision-making processes and City procedures effectively.
• Assist with program reporting to Council/Committees, including the Transportation & Environment Committee (T&E).

 
On-Street Enforcement Parking/Ground Transportation Administrator 
The On-Street Enforcement Parking/Ground Transportation Administrator reports to the On-Street Parking Manager and is responsible for managing and operating the City’s PCU and Meter Shop. The PCU oversees citywide enforcement of parking regulations and provides various services, including proactive patrols, school safety, residential permit enforcement, and street sweeping. The Meter Shop handles the installation, maintenance, and revenue collection for approximately 2,500 on-street parking meters.
This position has two (2) direct reports: a Parking and Traffic Control Supervisor and a Senior Maintenance Worker, and oversees forty-seven (47) indirect reports, including four (4) Senior Parking and Traffic Control Officers (Sr. PTCOs), thirty-six (36) PTCOs, one (1) Staff Specialist, and six (6) Maintenance Workers.

The successful candidate will plan, coordinate, assign, and supervise the work of employees engaged in parking enforcement and meter operations through subordinate supervisors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day management and operations of the Parking Compliance Unit (PCU) and Meter Shop.
• Serve as the primary liaison for Council office staff and constituents regarding general parking enforcement concerns, and manage internal and external outreach, including presentations to community stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with the San Jose Municipal Code and California Vehicle Code, analyze on-street parking conditions, and implement appropriate parking controls and restrictions, such as tow-away zones.
• Manage program budgets, fiscal activities, and interdepartmental relationships to ensure program success, while providing staff support and collaborating with committees, boards, task forces, community groups, and other City departments and agencies.
• Conduct data analysis to optimize the use and enforcement of on-street parking, and assist in developing new parking ordinances, resolutions, requests for proposals (RFPs), agreements, and City Council memorandums.
• Lead the hiring, onboarding, training, development, and performance appraisal of staff within the PCU and Meter Shop and support the On-Street Parking Manager in developing and managing Standard Operating Procedures across the unit.
• Perform routine audits of program operations, evaluate processes to identify improvement opportunities, and assist with the planning and execution of short- and long-term parking planning projects and programs.
• Support procurement processes within the Parking Division by developing Scopes of Service for RFPs and RFBs and develop reports and presentations for the Downtown Parking Board, community meetings, and other stakeholder groups.
• Respond to customer service inquiries and assist with program reporting to Council and Committees, including the Transportation & Environment Committee (T&E).

 
Off-Street Operations Parking/Ground Transportation Administrator:
 
The Off-Street Parking/Ground Transportation Administrator focuses on managing the day-to-day operations of eight parking garages and six surface lots, totaling approximately 7,300 parking spaces, primarily in Downtown San José. The position reports to the Off-Street Parking Manager and oversees a Parking and Traffic Control Supervisor.
 
The successful candidate will lead a team that works closely with Downtown businesses and residents, community groups, associations, Council Offices, the Downtown Parking Board, the Convention Center and Cultural Facilities operator, and other City departments to deliver off-street parking services. They will ensure that the off-street parking program consistently provides the highest level of customer service, minimizes costs, and maximizes cash flow to the City.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and manage agreements and contracts related to off-street parking operations, including major projects like facade and elevator modernization, and security program analysis.
• Lead and manage off-street parking staff by establishing goals, fostering an innovative work environment, maximizing development opportunities, and providing appropriate recognition.
• Work directly with Downtown businesses, community groups, Council Offices, and other stakeholders to deliver effective off-street parking services.
• Oversee the maintenance and security of parking facilities and the parking guidance system, ensuring optimal operation.
• Analyze Downtown San José’s parking supply and demand, considering local market conditions and future developments.
• Manage marketing agreements and implement strategies to attract customers and increase participation in parking programs.
• Perform and analyze results from semi-annual customer service surveys for all parking facilities, track City Council-approved Performance Measures, and manage off-street parking operating budgets.
• Provide staff support to advisory committees, boards, and task forces, and coordinate the preparation of parking ordinances, resolutions, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), agreements, and City Council memorandums.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute comprehensive short- and long-term parking projects and programs, including special events like Cinequest, Convention Center events, and Christmas in the Park.
• Develop reports and presentations for the Downtown Parking Board and other stakeholder committees.
• Represent the Off-Street Parking Manager at meetings with internal and external stakeholders, and perform other duties as assigned.

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THE POSITION
To perform a variety of tasks in the maintenance of City-owned buildings, equipment and facilities.

The purpose of this recruitment is to hire a Temporary / Part-Time position. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications for the Facility Maintenance Worker I position may be considered for employment as an Intern. Temporary / Part-Time employees work no more than 130 hours per month AND 960 hours per fiscal year. Typical work schedule will be three 8-hour shifts per week, excluding weekends and evenings.

IDEAL CANDIDATE
This position will perform semi-skilled tasks in a variety of light construction and maintenance activities. The Ideal Candidate will be customer-friendly and be a solutions-oriented professional who is flexible in dealing with shifting priorities, have good time management skills, and possess the ability to work effectively in the absence of supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Maintain and repair City buildings, equipment and facilities by performing a variety of semiskilled carpentry, plumbing,  painting, heating/air conditioning, mechanical repair and electrical work as necessary. Inspect City buildings to locate conditions indicating the need for repairs and maintenance; assist in establishing and implementing preventative maintenance programs. Operate and maintain a variety of heavy tools and equipment, including small power and hand tools. Work cooperatively with others. Regular and consistent attendance.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
Remodel and repair a variety of building components such as counters, tables, desks, bookshelves, cabinets, partitions, walls, windows and doors; boilers, water pumps, exhaust fans, compressors, and other water and sewage system plumbing as required. Perform electrical work such as wiring and rewiring; replace switches, ballast and receptacles as required. Prepare simple activity and related reports; maintain inventory and work records as required. Requisition supplies and materials. Perform general janitorial duties as needed. Perform other facility maintenance duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
Facility Maintenance Worker I
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
Six (6) months of work experience in carpentry, electrical and maintenance work is desirable.
License and Certificate:
Possession of a valid California Driver’s License required upon hire.

APPLICATION
Apply with a City of Woodland application by visiting www.cityofwoodland.gov/employment or the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 300 First Street, 2nd Floor, Woodland, CA 95695. This recruitment is Open Until Filled. First review of applications is scheduled for Friday, April 25, 2025. Résumés and cover letters are encouraged but will not be accepted in lieu of the application form. Postmarks will not be accepted.

Review Process: Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview or any combination thereof. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please notify Human Resources at least seven (7) days prior to the event.

SALARY
Facility Maintenance Worker I
$22.18 - $28.31 per hour

Intern
$17.00 – $21.00 per hour
 

*Offered position and starting salary based on education, training and years of experience

BENEFITS
The pay cycle is bi-weekly. With the exception of worker's compensation coverage and sick leave accrual, no other benefits compensations are provided. Employees must contribute 1.45% of salary to Medicare and 7.5% to a retirement plan in accordance with Federal Law.

This position is Temporary / Part-Time, working no more than 130 hours per month and no more than 960 hours per Fiscal Year.

The City of Woodland hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. The City of Woodland is an Equal Opportunity Employer

**This recruitment has been reopened as continuous posting. If you recently applied, you don't need to re-apply.**

The Department:

Silicon Valley Power (SVP) currently provides over 40 percent of Santa Clara’s electricity from carbon-free renewable resources. In addition to using green energy from large-scale wind, solar, geothermal and hydroelectric projects outside of the area, SVP employs innovative ways to locally produce electricity by capturing and burning methane gas from a closed city landfill and using power from solar generating systems on city-owned garages and vacant, unusable land. It is the mission of SVP to be a progressive, service-oriented utility, offering reliable, competitively priced services for the benefit of Santa Clara and its customers. Being competitive in the marketplace with a continuous focus on customer service, SVP can provide economic value to the City of Santa Clara and its customers while maintaining low residential rates and offering competitive rates for all customers.

The Position:

Silicon Valley Power (SVP) is seeking dynamic, engaging and qualified engineers for several vacant Electric Utility Engineer positions in various divisions.

For the SVP Fiber Division, this position will be assigned engineering work associated with SVP’s fiber network. This individual will assist with engineering design, engineering pole loading analysis software, site surveys, material selection and estimates.   

For SVP Operations Division, this position will be assigned engineering work associated with communication and electrical power engineering. This individual will assist with the programming of industrial multiplexer networks. The individual should have a strong interest in industrial high-speed data networking.

For SVP Engineering and CIP projects, this position will be assigned engineering work associated with electrical power engineering, substation design and Transmission and distribution systems. The individual may manage or will assist in managing Capital improvement Projects (CIP) to support growth of the electric utility. The candidates should have strong background and interest in electric systems.

For the Customer Development and Project Management Division, this position will assist in monitoring the operation of power generation equipment to ensure that it operates within the desired specifications, conducting routine inspections and maintenance of plant equipment to prevent failures and ensure maximum efficiency, Implementing upgrades and modifications to existing systems to improve performance and reduce environmental impact, coordinating with other technical staff and management to discuss and strategize plant operations, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to safety and environmental protection, preparing reports on plant operations, outage planning, and other performance metrics necessary for proper management and planning.

Additional Information:

Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write “see resume, NA, or personnel file.”). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter and 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov. Applications must be submitted by the filing deadline of Monday, March 17, 2025 at 4:00 PM.

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW.  IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS.  ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW.

The annual salary range for this position is $178,651.44 - $227,823.12.  This position may be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with:

a) Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and two (2) years experience doing electric utility engineering work, or

b)  Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and three (3) years experience doing electric utility engineering work and experience using AutoCAD and Microsoft office (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Mathlab)

Acceptable Substitution:

• A Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one (1) year of experience

• An Engineer-in-Training Certification with ten (10) years of experience in electric utility engineering work can be substituted for the degree in engineering and the required experience indicated above

License/Certifications:

Possession of an appropriate, valid Class C California driver's license is required at time of appointment and for the duration of employment.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Registration as an Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineer in the State of California
• Experience using ESRI based Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Experience using system modeling and load flow software; Aspen one-liner software, GE PSLF, and DEW ISM

Special Conditions:

May work unusual hours in emergency situations, or while acting as supervisor, or at other than the regular job site.

Other Requirements: 

Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment.

Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview may be required prior to appointment.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.  

PERMANENT CITY EMPLOYEES PREFERENCE POINTS: Current permanent employee candidates who receive a passing score on the examination will have an additional five (5) points added to their final score.

The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov.

Please see the attached Job Announcement.

The City of Dixon is opening a great opportunity for those interested in contributing to local law enforcement efforts for the position of Police Volunteer in the Police Department. Under the direction and supervision of experienced police personnel, volunteers will provide critical support across various functions, complementing the efforts of sworn officers and civilian staff.

This is a volunteer position intended as an educational and community service experience. In addition to serving a support role within the Police Department, this classification is exposed to a wide variety of law enforcement duties and will have different opportunities, based on level of interest, to support community policing efforts and activities.

Work involves irregular, often non-scheduled, hours during the day and evenings, and on the weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Some appointments and events would require some short distance travel to other City department locations.

Employment Processing: Those selected for hire must successfully complete and pass the following: a personal background investigation, and a pre-employment medical examination. In accordance with Federal law, an employee must provide proof of identity and legal right to work in the United States.

Veteran’s Preference Points: Veteran’s Preference points will be applied. A copy of the DD214 form must be filed as a PDF attachment at the time of application. 

The City of Dixon is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Reasonable Accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling (707) 678-7000.

Please do not reply to emails from CalOpps during this process at any time as this correspondence does not come back to our agency.

Please click on the Job PDF below or visit Teri Black and Company - Recruitment Economic Vitality Manager - City of Mountain View, CA (tbcrecruiting.com) for more information on this opportunity. 

Overview:

Do you want to assist in driving IT excellence and make in impact in your community?  Are you ready for a new career? If so, review this opportunity.

We are seeking a Senior Information Systems Analyst (Sr Network and Systems Cybersecurity Analyst) to join Valley Water’s Information Technologies team. The Sr. Information Systems Analyst is responsible for advanced networking and server virtualization in both our Corporate and Industrial networks. They are expected to have advanced analytical/problem solving skills, perform highly complex configurations, extensive experience in advanced networking/server deployments, SaaS deployments, PaaS deployments, and advanced cybersecurity experience. They should also have extensive experience with maintaining highly complex environments in a variety of infrastructures including OT systems. 

Our Commitment: 

We are committed to building and sustaining a working environment where all individuals are respected and valued. We believe every member of our team brings unique perspectives that enhance our ability to serve the public effectively. By fostering a workplace with employees from the communities we serve, we broaden our collective understanding of the world around us and strengthen our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship.

About Valley Water:
Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San José, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Test, implement, and maintain highly complex configurations/gear for core network switches, routers, firewalls, PaaS, and monitoring devices.
• Test, implement, and maintain highly complex configurations/gear for virtualized, physical servers, and SaaS environments.
• Perform Monitoring of advanced Networking and Server based devices, evaluate cybersecurity concerns, perform critical vulnerability patching, maintain our systems to avoid impacting operational uptime, and perform security upgrades.
• Perform cybersecurity testing and upgrades to resolve vulnerabilities in both Corporate and OT environments.
• Perform research into new highly complex technologies to increase the organization’s efficiency and effectiveness including POCs of these technologies.
• Support in the administration, maintenance, and day-to-day management of the SIEM platform to support effective threat detection, log analysis, and incident response efforts.
• Act as project manager and technical lead for in the design, development, and maintenance of the most complex Valley Water applications.
• Confer with end user and define application requirements; recommend and develop solutions; conduct cost/benefit analyses; prepare justification for new or enhanced modifications; ensure that recommendations comply with Valley Water standards and conventions; Research and evaluate systems for technical fit and fit for purpose and fit for use for the business.
• Develop written technical documentation, internal operating procedures, and user manuals and instructions; develop instructional materials and conduct training programs on new or enhanced applications; update technical and training manuals as required.
• Serve as a technical resource for maintaining, enhancing, and upgrading the department’s current and long-term computer system operations.

Ideal Candidate’s Background Includes:

Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.

Ideal Experience:

• Six (6) years of increasing responsibility of enterprise grade networks, virtualized server infrastructure, Cybersecurity, PaaS, or SaaS software applications programming and analysis experience.
• Expertise in supporting networking and server virtualization solutions. Expertise in system configurations and maintaining complex infrastructure across corporate and industrial networks adept at handling SAAS and PAAS deployments. Versed in Cybersecurity.
• Proficient in configuring and maintaining core network switches, routers, firewalls, PaaS, and monitoring devices.
• Proficient in Cybersecurity toolsets, systems, and applications including SIEM platforms, vulnerability scanners, and remediation best practices. 
• Extensive experience with virtualized and physical server configurations, including SaaS and PAAS environments.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, with a track record of monitoring and patching vulnerabilities to ensure system integrity.
• Demonstrated ability to research and evaluate new technologies, including conducting proof-of-concept projects to enhance organizational efficiency.
• Proven project management skills, with experience leading the design, development, and maintenance of complex applications.

Ideal Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to analyze complex issues, perform root cause analysis, and develop effective solutions to address them.
• Ability to perform highly complex configurations for core network infrastructure, virtualized and physical servers, SaaS environments, and monitoring devices.
• Ability to lead and manage projects, from design and development to maintenance, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Ability to act as a technical lead, providing guidance and direction to project teams and serving as a resource for technical problem-solving and decision-making.
• Ability researching and evaluating new technologies, including conducting proof-of-concept projects, to enhance organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and environments, staying updated on industry trends and best practices through continuous learning and professional development.

Ideal Knowledge:

• Knowledge and expertise in advanced networking and network gear configurations.
• Knowledge and expertise of configuring switches, routers, and firewalls.
• Knowledge and expertise in network monitoring devices and their configurations.
• Knowledge and expertise of network protocols and technologies. 
• Knowledge and expertise of configuring virtualized and physical servers.
• Knowledge of quality control standards of managed application projects.

• Knowledge and experience with SaaS (Software as a Service).
• Knowledge and expertise with PAAS (Platform as a Service).
• Knowledge and expertise of cybersecurity principles and best practices.
• Knowledge and expertise in performing patching and security upgrades.
• Knowledge and expertise in vulnerability remediation including implementing new cybersecurity policies and toolsets.

Ideal Training and Education:

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in computer science, information systems or a related field.

Substitution:

Directly related experience may be substituted for the college requirement on the basis of one and one-half years of experience for one year of education to a maximum of four years.

 

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet the driver's license requirement due to a disability will be considered for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. 

Infrastructure Services Unit (Position Code 27) 

Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date.

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 20% remote and 80% onsite, after completion of the probationary period  (one year).

Please click on the Job PDF below to view the full announcement for this opportunity.