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Senior Engineer (Electrical), Transit Division - SF Municipal Transportation Agency (5211)

Recruitment: REF9940M

Published: June 16, 2022

Keaney Chan - Keaney.Chan@sfmta.com

Department: Municipal Transportation Agency
Job class: 5211-Engineer/Architect/Landscape Architect Senior
Salary range: $175,916.00 - $213,772.00
Role type: Temporary Exempt What does this mean?
Hours: Full-time

• Application Opening: April 21, 2022
• Application Filing Deadline: Continuous
• The Job Announcement has been reopened to accept additional applications. Applicants who have already submitted their application do not need to reapply.
• Annual Compensation: $164,788 - $200,252
• Recruitment ID: RTF0121451-01150748

APPOINTMENT TYPE: Temporary Exempt - This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer. The duration of the appointment shall not exceed 36 months.

The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA or “the agency”) connects San Franciscans with their communities to enhance the economy, environment and, ultimately, the quality of life in the city. As an agency within the City and County of San Francisco, the SFMTA is responsible for managing the city’s transportation network. The agency has more than 6,000 employees who are responsible for the management of all ground and some underground transportation in the city. The SFMTA has oversight over public transit, as well as bicycling, paratransit, parking and curb management, street operations, walking, and taxis.

• Division: Transit Division
• Section/Unit: Program Delivery and Support; Transit Technology
• Work Location: 1455 Market Street, 7th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103
• Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8:30AM- 5:30PM

Project Name: Train Control Upgrade Project

The Transit Division is currently in the process of developing and procuring a new train control system, as well as streamlining operations at the new Transportation Management Center (TMC). The Program Delivery and Support Unit within the Transit Division was created in 2018 to oversee capital program and project budgets, manage vehicle and onboard equipment projects, testing and acceptance of rolling stock and technology projects that will deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions which improve safety and the Agency’s ability to deliver quality transit service. Within the Program Delivery and Support unit, the Transit Technology Group handles the delivery, acceptance, and management of technology systems which are critical to transit operations.

The Train Control Upgrade Project is an 8-year, multimillion dollar project with the goal of modernizing the existing Automatic Train Control System in Muni’s subway as well as expanding the supervision and limited control aspects of a Communication-Based Train Control System to the entire Muni light rail system.

Under the general direction of the Train Control Upgrade Project Manager, the Lead Project Engineer manages the Train Control Upgrade Project engineering team and acts as the SFMTA lead for the overall system design. The Lead Project Engineer assists the Project Manager with oversight duties related to project design and scheduling to facilitate the procurement, development, and maintenance of the future train control system. Additionally, this position is responsible to the Train Control Upgrade Project Manager for ensuring that the future train control system design meets the SFMTA’s objectives for the project, and that the system design conforms to all applicable SFMTA, state, local, and federal standards.

The Train Control Upgrade Project will be delivered through a series of contracts with the technology vendor (Supplier) and other firms providing installation, construction support, technical expertise, and professional services. The Lead Project Engineer will act as the SFMTA design authority for the project by supervising the production of technical documentation from the project contractors, leading technical coordination between the department and Supplier, and ensuring the future system meets the performance metrics and technical specifications laid out in the Supplier contract(s).

In addition, the Lead Project Engineer will act as the SFMTA technical representative to review, accept, or when necessary, audit, technical project submittals and deliverables provided by the Supplier and other project contractors related to system design. As the SFMTA technical representative, the Lead Project Engineer will have a strong understanding of the project contract requirements and be able to identify key project staff and agency stakeholders for review when evaluating submittals and project deliverables.

Essential Duties:

• Manages a team of SFMTA engineers assigned to the project, including vehicle engineers, electrical engineers, and traffic engineers;
• Responsible to the Project Manager for ensuring the train control system design meets the project objectives as well as applicable SFMTA, state, local and federal design standards;
• Acts as the lead SFMTA design authority for the project, provides technical review and recommendation to the Project Manager for approval/acceptance of project CDRLs;
• As assigned by the Project Manager, represents the SFMTA in reviewing, approving and auditing technical submittals provided by the Supplier and other project contractors;
• Leads the SFMTA technical team during project design reviews and prepares technical comments on behalf of the SFMTA;
• Reviews all technical documents and correspondence from the Train Control System Supplier and other project contractors;
• Prepares and supervises staff and project Consultants in the preparation of documents, including technical specifications, engineering reports, contract documents, advertisement for bids, instructions to potential bidders, detailed project specifications, technical manuals, and contract bonds;
• Assists Project Manager in negotiating contracts and contract modifications;
• Responds to technical RFIs, resolves clarifications from vendors and addresses their requests by issuing addendums;
• Works with the Technical Program Manager and Technology Department engineers on communications infrastructure design and technical coordination between the Supplier and supportive infrastructure installers;
• Works with Real Estate department, Maintenance of Way staff, facilities project team and engineers on ensuring SFMTA facilities are prepared for train control equipment installation;
• Reviews proposals from vendors and evaluates bid documents for conformance with project specifications;
• Observes train control system component installation and ensures installation is occurring according to plans;
• Ensures smooth communication, and when necessary, mediates technical disputes between the train control system Supplier and installers;
• Supervises the train control system testing program and assists the project QA team in assessing the quality of delivered and/or installed components;
• Tracks completion of technical requirements and evaluates the system and individual subsystems and components for acceptance;
• Participates in the RAM demonstration and verifies that the system as designed and delivered meets the project performance metrics;
• Communicates with Train Control System Supplier for technical support as needed to address system issues under warranty;
• Works with Supplier, SFMTA operations and maintenance staff to ensure both the designed and finished train control system meets operations and maintenance needs and works within their stated constraints;
• Reviews and manages workload assignment to consultants, SFMTA engineers, and interns as required;
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualification:

1. Seven (7) years of verifiable professional electrical engineering work experience of which four (4) years of that experience must be as a licensed professional engineer. Two (2) of the seven (7) years must be equivalent to the City and County of San Francisco class 5241 Engineer; AND
2. Possession of a baccalaureate degree with major course work in engineering; AND
3. Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer (Electrical) in the State of California.

Substitution:

• A Master's Degree in Engineering may substitute for one-year work experience.
• A Ph. D. in Engineering may substitute for two years work experience.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Technical expertise and knowledge of the principles, practices, purposes, scope and techniques of train control and/or signaling systems.
• Engineering experience working on train control, train signaling systems, transit or communications infrastructure projects;
• Engineering experience working with rail vehicle electrical and/or communications systems;
• Experience working with public transit agencies or as an employee of a public transit agency;
• Leadership experience and/or experience managing a team of engineers on a project;
• Experience working on communications and/or network infrastructure projects;
• Experience managing contracts and overseeing the design and delivery of public sector procurement projects, especially for rail transit agencies;
• Experience managing testing and commissioning vehicle and/or wayside equipment on an active railway;
• Experience working with third-party vendors and contractors to deliver public infrastructure projects on-time and on-budget;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to communicate with diplomacy and conduct meetings with stakeholders throughout the agency;
• Technical writing and editing experience; experience writing technical specifications and/or manuals;
• Experience with CAD software or other computer-aided design tools;
• Experience with P6 Primavera, Microsoft Project, or other project management software applications;
• Experience with Microsoft Office products such as Excel, Outlook, and Word;
• Experience interpreting and analyzing telematics data, using Python, SQL, Tableau or other tools to perform calculations and visualize data;
• Ability to work well with a multi-disciplinary, diverse workforce, including operations staff, maintenance technicians, technical professionals, contractors, executives and elected officials, and stakeholder groups

Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

Verification:
Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. More information can be found at: https://sfdhr.org/information-about-hiring-process#verification. Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

Selection Process:
Applications will be screened for relevant qualifying experience. Additional screening mechanisms may be used to determine candidates' qualifications.  Only those applicants who most closely meet the needs of the Agency will be invited to move forward in the selection process.

• Information About the Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview
• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

For questions or inquiries, please contact: Keaney Chan, Human Resources Analyst at Keaney.Chan@sfmta.com.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:  All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Someone is fully vaccinated when 14 days have passed since they received the final dose of a two-shot vaccine or a dose of a one-shot vaccine. Any new hire must present proof of full vaccination status to be appointed. Any new hire who will be routinely assigned or occasionally enter High-Risk Settings, must provide proof of having received a COVID-19 booster vaccine by March 1, 2022, or once eligible.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

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The Position

Under the direction of the Youth and Family Services Administrator, the Senior Program Coordinator plays a unique role overseeing the early childhood mental health program, providing direct counseling services and supervising several staff counselors and interns.

The Senior Program Coordinator typically has specialized experience, training and qualifications that enable the position to work effectively with children 0-8 years, parents and youth caregivers.

The Senior Program Coordinator works closely with the division’s Clinical Supervisors and Quality Assurance Specialist to ensure that clinical services comply with all policies, procedures and legal regulations, and that client services are delivered at the highest standards. The position also coordinates with other key positions in the Human Services Department to help clients have easy and timely access to coordinated services throughout the Human Services Department and/or with other partner agencies.

Examples of Duties

- Oversee and coordinate the direct services under the early childhood mental health program, working closely with the counselors and interns assigned to the program.
- Provide administrative and clinical supervision and consultation to YFS counselors and interns/trainees who are providing direct counseling services to children 0-8 years, parents, and family members, while maintaining close cooperation with the Youth and Family Services Division’s Clinical Supervisors and Quality Assurance Specialist.
- Provide direct counseling and early childhood consultation services to children 0-8 years, parents, and family members.
- Together with the YFS Administrator, understand policies and trends related to the provision of early childhood mental health services; and represent the division at County and/or school district meetings.
- Ensure direct service staff and interns are familiar with and fully utilize client Electronic Health Record System and becomes a key user representative on system implementation team.
- Oversee clinical documentation and compliance with State Medi-Cal documentation standards in partnership with Clinical Supervisors and Quality Assurance Specialist.
- Manage the client intake and referral process for the early childhood mental health program.
- Ensure that staff meet contractual and quality assurance goals and audit requirements.
- In partnership with YFS Administrator, Clinical Supervisors, and the Human Services Department’s Fund Development Officer respond to requests for proposals, develop grant work plans, narratives, and budgets.
- Oversee early childhood grant deliverables and reporting for the division.

The San José City Attorney’s Office is looking for senior level trial attorneys with substantial civil experience in state and federal court, excellent interpersonal skills and a positive attitude.

Job Description
The City’s litigation portfolio includes a broad range of substantive legal issues arising under both state and federal law. As Sr. Deputy litigator, under supervision of a Chief Deputy, you will have primary responsibility for all aspects of assigned cases, including pleading, litigation strategy, client communication and coordination, discovery and document review, motion practice, settlement evaluation and negotiation, and trial. The City’s varied and novel legal issues require excellent research, analytical, and writing skills as well as the ability to vigorously defend complex matters.

Minimum Qualifications
• Licensed to practice law in California.
• Ten years civil litigation and jury trial experience.

Per the City’s COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy, the City requires all employees starting on or after February 11, 2022, to provide proof of vaccination as a condition of employment absent a documented medical and/or religious exemption. Proof of vaccination means that employees are required to be “up-to-date” with regards to the COVID-19 vaccine. Consistent with the Santa Clara County Public Health Order issued on December 28, 2021, "up-to-date" means that an employee is not only "fully vaccinated," but has also obtained any booster doses of a COVID-19 vaccination for which they are eligible, within 15 days of first becoming eligible.

The City of San José, Office of the City Attorney is seeking an attorney with California municipal law and government experience, or transferable legal skills and a commitment to public service.

As an attorney in our Office, you will serve as trusted counsel to the Mayor and City Council, City Manager, administrative departments, and boards and commissions. You may be called upon to advise as the general counsel to departments regarding their respective duties, powers, functions and obligations in areas including public works, city-wide procurements, employment, land use planning, environmental services, public safety, utilities and housing. Responsibilities also include preparing opinions, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and other legal documents. Two years of minimum experience in one or more of these areas of law is desirable but not required.

The successful candidate should possess a strong work ethic, analytical depth, superior interpersonal skills, good judgment, and can communicate clearly and effectively. Admission to the California State Bar is required for this position.

Per the City’s COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy, the City requires all employees starting on or after February 11, 2022, to provide proof of vaccination as a condition of employment absent a documented medical and/or religious exemption. Proof of vaccination means that employees are required to be “up-to-date” with regards to the COVID-19 vaccine. Consistent with the Santa Clara County Public Health Order issued on December 28, 2021, "up-to-date" means that an employee is not only "fully vaccinated," but has also obtained any booster doses of a COVID-19 vaccination for which they are eligible, within 15 days of first becoming eligible.

Please send a cover letter and resume including complete employment history to: Nora Frimann, City Attorney, 200 East Santa Clara Street, 16th Floor Tower, San Jose, CA 95113, or e-mail to atty.res@sanjoseca.gov. Application review is ongoing, and the most qualified candidates will be invited for an interview. EOE

About the Positions

The Office of Racial Equity is hiring an Assistant to the City Manager position to serve as the Inclusion and Belonging Manager for the City of San José.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience and knowledge in:

• Being a bridge-builder with the San José community and trusted to be a local partner on immigrant and refugee issues;

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• Familiarity with legislative process, advocacy towards immigration policy and initiatives;

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• Understanding the local context regarding race, gender, and economic disparities and inequities;

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• Understanding of racial equity, welcoming and belonging principles;

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• Developing programs, policies, or practices that are equitable and are culturally and linguistically appropriate;

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• Meeting design, planning and facilitation;

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• Writing complex reports and effectively presenting findings;

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• Methods and techniques of research, data collection, critical and statistical analysis, report preparation, and presentation development; and

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• Supervision of staff and manage workload accordingly.

Central abilities key to this position include excellent communication, strategic planning, leadership and interpersonal skills, a commitment to excellent customer experience, and coalition building. The organization is looking for proven leaders, that enjoy working through complex issues to find creative and innovative solutions and process improvements.  Due to the complexity and scope of authority involved, this position requires someone who can work both independently and interdependently.

The Inclusion & Belonging Manager responsibilities include the following:

• Implementation of a Welcoming framework, as well as monitoring, evaluation, and quarterly reporting;

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• Form and staff a Welcoming San Jose Advisory Group;

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• Prepare council memorandums and presentations;

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• Engage in Citywide efforts to advance racial equity;

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• Develop and facilitate ongoing partnerships with other agencies and organizations, including Santa Clara County, Rapid Response Network, Refugee and Immigrant Forum, Welcoming America, Cities for Citizenship, local funders, and other networks that prioritize immigrants;

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• Serve as a liaison between the City and the immigrant and refugee community;

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• Work with the City Manager’s intergovernmental relations team to track local, state, and federal immigration legislation and develop new City policies and programs accordingly;

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• Supervise City staff and college interns; and

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• Other duties as assigned.

This is a permanent at-will position with the City Manager’s Office reporting to the Director of the Office of Racial Equity. Bilingual in Spanish or Vietnamese is preferable but not required.

Positions & Duties
About the Office:
The City Manager’s Office provides strategic leadership that supports the Mayor and City Council and motivates the organization to deliver high quality services that meet the community’s needs. The City Manager’s Office of Racial Equity (ORE) is responsible for advancing a citywide racial equity framework that will examine and improve San José’s internal policies, practices, and systems to eradicate  structural and/or institutional racism that exists in  City government and ultimately improve outcomes for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. ORE will achieve this goal through community engagement, policy analysis and development, trainings, data collection, as well as stronger accountability measures for City departments. ORE also includes Immigrant Affairs which advances the Welcoming San José Plan to create a more welcoming experience for immigrants, and facilitates immigrant inclusion in civic, economic, linguistic, and social aspects of life.

Position and Duties:
Racial Equity Senior Executive Analyst is integral to the City Manager’s Office of Racial Equity.

The ideal candidate will have substantive experience in:
• Understanding the local context regarding race, gender, and economic disparities and inequities
• Communicating and effectively presenting to people of diverse backgrounds throughout the community and organization 
• Cross-departmental and system collaboration to achieve collective impact
• General administration such as budgeting, report writing, and creating methods to track performance and communicate results
• Methods and techniques in research, data collection, statistical analysis, report preparation, and presentation

Primary Responsibilities:
• Support Office of Racial Equity leadership and staff through equity-focused strategic planning and identifying inequitable departmental policies and practices, while using a change management process
• Develop and implement tools and practices that center racial equity in Citywide analysis and decision making
• Review and analyze departmental policies and practices as they relate to racial equity, including both internal-facing policies  and external-facing policies and practices
• Assist Office of Racial Equity leadership and City Departments on best practices research on strategic topics of interest to the department, and stay abreast of national trends regarding racial equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging

Selection Process:
The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application, resume, and responses to the job-specific questions. You must answer all job specific questions and complete the Education/Work History section of the application to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration.

Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.

To be considered for this position, you must fill out the online application available on the City of San José website. As part of this process, you will be required to submit a Cover Letter & Resume, provide three references, and responses to the following supplemental questions stated below:
1. Please indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position:
1. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of professional level management and/or administrative experience.
2. Master’s Degree and three (3) years of professional level management and/or administrative experience.
3. None of the above.
2. How can your experience (lived and professional) and skillset improve racial equity in San José?
3. Share an example where you have had to engage diverse stakeholders to achieve a shared objective

You must answer all job specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. If you have questions about the duties of the position, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Chantel Khatchatourian by email at chantel.khatchatourian@sanjoseca.gov.

The Racial Equity Senior Executive Analyst position will be open until filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time. The first application review will be on Monday, July 12, 2021. Please submit your application by 11:59 p.m. (PDT) on Sunday, July 11, 2021 if you would like your application to be included in the first review. 

Additional Information:
The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Executive Analyst classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.

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

If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application. Please contact Human Resources at (408) 535-1285, or Human.Resources@sanjoseca.gov if you have any questions.

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Position and Duties:
The City Council has a Digital Inclusion and Broadband Strategy that seeks to accelerate the deployment of wired and wireless broadband for all people while making it more inclusive for the digitally underserved (closing the digital divide).  Executing this strategy requires accelerating Broadband permitting with the telecom providers for small cell, macro cell, and fiber optic infrastructure, working collaboratively with the community on the aesthetics and other community concerns associated with broadband deployment, and managing the day-to-day permitting workflow for the City’s Small Cell and Macro Cell Teams that execute the Permitting and Inspection processes for the City.

The Broadband Permitting Project Manager (Senior Executive Analyst) works as a member of the Civic Innovation Team reporting to the Broadband Manager (Assistant to the City Manager) responsible for Broadband and Digital Inclusion.

The Broadband Permitting Project Manager directly influences over $1B in private sector investment into the City. This private sector investment creates jobs, increases regional GDP, delivers Smart City capability, and delivers economic opportunities for the digitally under-served.

The Broadband Permitting Project Manager role requires a broad set of skills including project management, stakeholder coordination, strategic thinking, contract management, public policy, team leadership, and public collaboration. They will ensure City’s departments fulfill permitting in partnership with telecom providers demand by permitting communications facilities including cell towers, small cells, macro cells, and underground fiber optics, and conduit runs.  This role requires collaboration with various city departments including, but not limited to, other offices within the City Manager’s Office; the Emergency Operations Center; Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement; Fire; Library; Public Works; and the Office of Economic Development. Collaboration with public interest groups, community organizations, and other stakeholders will also be required.

The Broadband Permitting Project Manager responsibilities include the following:
• Execute and coordinate broadband permitting service levels across multiple departments with a balance of meeting industry needs and ensuring safe, well designed, and consistent review process.
• Coordinate with City departments involved with broadband deployment.
• Coordinate with the City’s Emergency Operations Center on telecommunications.
• Support Digital Inclusion efforts and oversight of the City’s Digital Inclusion Partnership.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders on community concerns with broadband deployments including individual residents and supporting community outreach.
• Measure weekly permitting performance and compliance with carrier agreement terms to drive improvements and provide clear communication.
• Report progress to senior City staff and telecom staff.

Selection Process:
The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application, resume, and responses to the job-specific questions. You must answer all job specific questions and complete the Education/Work History section of the application to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration.

Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.

To be considered for this position, you must fill out the online application available on the City of San José website. As part of this process, you will be required to submit a Cover Letter & Resume, provide three references, and responses to the following supplemental questions stated below:
1. Please indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position:
1. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business administration, engineering, or related field and four (4) years of professional level management and/or administrative experience.
2. Master’s Degree and three (3) years of professional level management and/or administrative experience.
3. None of the above.
2. Please specify your degree, the area of study, and the institution you obtained it from.
3. Describe your experiences in project management, relationship management, and stakeholder collaboration.
4. Describe your experiences in project leadership role(s), such as defining project scope, managing schedule and budget, cross-departmental goal alignment, and providing regular updates to senior executive leadership.
5. Describe your particular skills and abilities that you believe would make you a successful member of the Office of Civic Innovation with a focus on skills and abilities related to the Broadband Permitting Project Manager position.

You must answer all job specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. If you have questions about the duties of the position, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Abigail Shull by email at abigail.shull@sanjoseca.gov.

The Broadband Permitting Project Manager position will be open until filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time. The first application review will be on Monday June 28, 2021. Please submit your application by 11:59 p.m. (PDT) on Sunday, June 27, 2021 if you would like your application to be included in the first review. 

Additional Information:
The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Executive Analyst classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.

About the Positions

The Office of Racial Equity is hiring two Assistant to the City Manager positions. Each position is described below:

Racial Equity Manager

The Racial Equity Manager (Assistant to the City Manager) is a key position in the City Manager’s Office of Racial Equity. The ideal candidate will have significant experience and knowledge in:

• Leading and managing systems change in an organization;

• Understanding the local context regarding race, gender, and economic disparities and inequities;

• Developing, implementing, and leading diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, policies and practices with demonstrable outcomes;

• Cross-system collaboration to achieve collective impact;

• Serving as a coalition-builder with the San José community and trusted to be a local leader of racial equity;

• General administration such as budgeting, report writing, and creating mechanisms to track performance and communicate results; and

• Methods and techniques of research, data collection, statistical analysis, report preparation, and presentation.

Central abilities key to this position include excellent communication, strategic planning, leadership and interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, a commitment to customer service, and coalition building. The organization is looking for proven leaders, that enjoy working through complex issues to find creative and innovative solutions and process improvements.  Due to the complexity and scope of authority involved, this position requires someone who can work both independently and interdependently.

The Racial Equity Manager responsibilities include the following:

• Develop, manage, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive workplan to achieve the goals and performance measures of the Office of Racial Equity;

• Build coalitions and alliances with community and organizations known for advancing social justice and anti-racism strategies;

• Create and maintain a citywide infrastructure that embeds an equity culture and enables the organization to advance racial equity;

• Support City departments in the development of Racial Equity Action Plans and in evaluating, with a racial equity lens, current City policies, procedures and programs related to (but not limited to) recruiting and hiring, outreach, community engagement, procurement and contracting, permitting, code enforcement, housing development, and workforce development;

• Design and implement a budgeting for equity training, tools, and process;

• Develop and implement dynamic and professional development and skill development opportunities centered on equity, in partnership with training consultants;

• Supervise and manage a Senior Executive Analyst and interns;

• Work collaboratively with the Immigrant Affairs staff to ensure alignment with access and engagement priorities; and

• Other duties as assigned.

This is a permanent at-will position with the City Manager’s Office reporting to the Director of the Office of Racial Equity.

Immigrant Affairs Manager

The Immigrant Affairs Manager (Assistant to the City Manager) is a key position in the City Manager’s Office Racial Equity. The ideal candidate will have significant experience and knowledge in:

• Working directly with immigrant and refugee serving organizations and communities;

• Familiarity with legislative process, advocacy towards immigration policy and initiatives;

• Understanding the local context regarding race, gender, and economic disparities and inequities;

• Being a bridge-builder with the San José community and trusted to be a local partner on immigrant and refugee issues;

• Understanding of welcoming and belonging principles;

• Developing programs, policies, or practices that are culturally and linguistically appropriate; and

• Methods and techniques of research, data collection, statistical analysis, report preparation, and presentation

Central abilities key to this position include excellent communication, strategic planning, leadership and interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, a commitment to customer service, and coalition building. The organization is looking for proven leaders, that enjoy working through complex issues to find creative and innovative solutions and process improvements.  Due to the complexity and scope of authority involved, this position requires someone who can work both independently and interdependently.

The Immigrant Affairs Manager responsibilities include the following:

• Develop, manage, and implement programs to create a welcoming environment for immigrants and refugees, including the Welcoming San José Plan;

• Develop and implement strategies that support the integration of various immigrant and refugee groups in San José, including civic leadership academies and citizenship campaigns;

• Develop and implement strategies and programs aimed at promoting a greater understanding of immigrant communities by City staff, including increasing translation and language inclusion services Citywide, and facilitating cultural responsiveness training;

• Develop and facilitate ongoing partnerships with other agencies and organizations, including Santa Clara County, Rapid Response Network, Refugee and Immigrant Forum, Cities for Citizenship, and other networks that prioritize immigrants;

• Leverage the work of local non-profits and identify opportunities for partnership;

• Serve as a liaison between the City and the immigrant and refugee community;

• Oversight of Human Services Commission

• Work with the City Manager’s intergovernmental relations team to track local, state, and federal immigration legislation and develop new City policies and programs accordingly;

• Supervise and manage a Senior Executive Analyst and an Executive Analyst; and

• Other duties as assigned.

This is a permanent at-will position with the City Manager’s Office reporting to the Director of the Office of Racial Equity. Bilingual in Spanish or Vietnamese is preferable but not required.