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Principal Transportation Planner

Stanislaus Council of Governments (StanCOG)
Modesto, CA
United States

Salary: 
$82,400-$118,141
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Exciting Job Opportunity Available!

The Stanislaus Council of Governments (StanCOG) is seeking a PRINCIPAL TRANSPORTATION PLANNER to join its management team and be a part of leading the transportation planning process in the Stanislaus region of northern California where StanCOG serves as the federally-designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), the state-designated Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA), and the Local Transportation Authority (LTA).

The ideal candidate will have six or more years of transportation planning experience that includes at least one year of supervisory experience, a Bachelor's degree in regional, urban or transportation planning, community development, public policy or a related field from an accredited college or university, possess leadership and supervisory abilities, exceptional public speaking and presentation skills, write effective professional reports, and enjoy collaborating in a fast-paced team environment.

StanCOG offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including retirement benefits, health benefits, a flex schedule and more!

TO APPLY:  Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and completed StanCOG application (available at http://www.stancog.org/employment/) to HR@Stancog.org.

FOR MORE DETAILS on the position, please visit http://www.stancog.org/employment/

Email: 
HR@Stancog.org

Website: 
http://www.stancog.org/employment/
 

Senior Transportation Planner

Stanislaus Council of Governments (StanCOG)
Modesto, CA
United States

Salary: 
$76,941-$107,120
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Exciting Job Opportunity Available!

The Stanislaus Council of Governments (StanCOG) is seeking a SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PLANNER to join its leadership team and be a part of the transportation planning process in the Stanislaus region of northern California where StanCOG serves as the federally-designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), the state-designated Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA), and the Local Transportation Authority (LTA).

The ideal candidate will have five or more years of transportation planning experience, a Bachelor's degree in regional, urban or transportation planning, community development, public policy or a related field from an accredited college or university, possess leadership abilities, effective public speaking and presentation skills, write professional reports, and enjoy collaborating in a fast-paced team environment.

StanCOG offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including retirement benefits, health benefits, a flex schedule and more!

TO APPLY:  Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and completed StanCOG application (available at http://www.stancog.org/employment/) to HR@Stancog.org.

FOR MORE DETAILS on the position, please visit http://www.stancog.org/employment/

Email: 
HR@Stancog.org

Website: 
http://www.stancog.org/employment/
 

We are seeking an innovative and proactive Building Official (Building Division Manager) with a positive, forward-thinking perspective.  The Building Official (Building Division Manager) will manage all building division functions (building permit issuance, plan check and building inspections).  The position reports to the Deputy Community Development Director for Planning and Development.

The Building Official (Building Division Manager) will assist in integrating the City’s vision and goals with the business strategy of the Community Development Department; managing, planning and organizing Community Development services, programs, and operations; developing and implementing policy; crafting and accomplishing department and City objectives, goals, and performance metrics within guidelines established by the City Council and City Manager.  The Building Official (Building Division Manager) must exercise a high degree of judgment and discretion along with political acumen and an understanding of the needs of the community.

The City of East Palo Alto is experiencing the most of development in the City’s history. Currently, the City is processing development applications for nearly three (3) million square feet of non-residential and an estimated 1,000 residential units. If you are a dynamic leader seeking to manage a great team responsible for processing high-profile projects, this may be the opportunity for you;

This classification is FLSA exempt and reports directly to the Community and Economic Development Director; provides direction, training and direct supervision of subordinate professional, technical and administrative support staff 

This is full-time, At-Will Management position that performs a variety of managerial, supervisory, technical, and professional duties related to current and advance planning and special projects; provides supervision and oversight of daily planning operations; trains and evaluates personnel in Planning Division; performs related duties as required.

Position & Duties 

The Community Energy Department is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Power Resources Specialist I/II position to the Regulatory and Legislative Compliance Division. This position reports directly to the Division Manager of Regulatory and Legislative Policy and will support a variety of Regulatory and Legislative Policy functions. 

Under general direction of the Division Manager of Regulatory and Legislative Policy, the Power Resources Specialist I/II will be responsible for assisting and supporting the division’s engagement in the number of complex electric regulatory proceedings in order to effectively advocate for the business interests of SJCE at the California Public Utilities Commission (“CPUC”), the California Energy Commission (CEC) and the California Independent System Operator (“CAISO”) to protect and advance San José business and community interests.

Typical duties of this position may include, but are not limited to:

• Evaluate regulatory and legislative initiatives to ensure compliance with energy risk management policies.

• Perform energy resource planning and electric utility tariff analysis, policy risk assessment, and provide technical analysis to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws.

• Support the preparation of comments, data requests, written responses, position papers, analytical models, testimony, and exhibits related to a variety of technical regulatory proceedings.

• Maintain and update a short and/ or long-term list and calendar of key regulatory issues affecting SJCE.

• Track, review, analyze, regulatory filings, proposals and policy issues that could impact SJCE and its customers.

• Other duties as assigned.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. 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.

Salary Information

The current salary range for Power Resources Specialist I is: $80,454.40 - $98,030.40

The current salary range for Power Resources Specialist II is: $87,547.20 - $106,641.60

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.

In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Power Resources Specialist I/II classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing, non-pensionable, compensation pay.

Competencies: 

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

•  Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.

• Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Demonstrates basic knowledge of negotiation skills.
• Analytical Thinking - Approaches a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.
• Collaboration - Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities.
• Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance.
• Planning - Acts to align own unit's goals with the strategic direction of the organization; Defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives, while ensuring the optimal use of resources to meet those objectives. Additional Competencies and/or Desirable Qualifications (Competencies, knowledge, skills, and abilities that are more position specific and/or likely to contribute to more successful job performance.)
• Political Skill - In taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization.
• Vision/Strategic Thinking - Supports, promotes, and ensures alignment with the organization’s vision and values.

The Community Energy Department is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Senior Power Resources Specialist position for the Regulatory and Legislative Compliance Division. This position reports directly to the Division Manager of Regulatory and Legislative Policy and will provide technical analysis, assess the potential business impacts to SJCE from proposed regulatory changes, and provide expert public representation.

Under general direction of the Division Manager of Regulatory and Legislative Policy, the Senior Power Resources Specialist will be responsible for engaging in the increasing number of complex electric regulatory proceedings and effectively advocating for the business interests of SJCE at the California Public Utilities Commission (“CPUC”), the California Energy Commission (CEC), and California Independent System Operator (“CAISO”) to protect and advance San José business and community interests.

Typical duties of this position may include, but are not limited to:

• Perform energy resource planning and electric utility tariff analysis, policy risk assessment, and monitor and respond to CPUC, CEC and CAISO regulatory
• Provide compliance proposals
• Prepare technical comments, data requests, written responses, position papers, analytical models, testimony, and exhibits related to a variety of regulatory proceedings
• Keep abreast of key California regulatory issues affecting SJCE and develop responses including strategy and prioritization of regulatory actions for management consideration
• Track, review, analyze, and summarize regulatory filings, proposals and policy issues that could impact SJCE and its customers.
• Coordinate with technical experts and external regulatory counsel to develop effective and persuasive communications to be presented to the CPUC, CEC, CAISO, California Legislature, and any other legal or regulatory body as required.
• Collaborate and build contacts with other organizations, representatives, and regulatory agencies.
• Serve as a liaison to regulatory bodies, CCAs and CalCCA
• Other duties as assigned.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. 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.

Salary Information

The current salary range for Senior Power Resources Specialist is: $109,304.00 – $133,910.40

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. 

In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Power Resources Specialist classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing, non-pensionable, compensation pay.

Competencies:

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

• Job Expertise – Demonstrates knowledge of applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
• Communication Skills – Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Demonstrates basic knowledge of negotiation skills.
• Analytical Thinking – Approaches a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.
• Collaboration – Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities.
• Supervision – Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness.
• Political Skill – In taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization.
• Vision/Strategic Thinking – Supports, promotes, and ensures alignment with the organization’s vision and values; understands how an organization must change in light of internal and external trends and influences; builds a shared vision with others and influences others to translate vision to action.

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) is a new commuter rail system located in Marin and Sonoma Counties. We are seeking two full-time Code Compliance Officers to perform specialized inspections and enforcement of ordinances, regulations and laws governing the transit system. This position is non-sworn and unarmed.

Code Compliance Officers hold limited enforcement authority and are responsible for enforcing ordinances and laws approved by the SMART Board of Directors. Considerable judgment is required in meeting emergency situations, enforcing regulations and in coordination with other personnel and agencies. Ordinances are enforced by the issue of citations and arrests are occasionally necessary. This position is required to prepare incident/arrest reports and other forms either written or using a computer. Code Compliance Officers will be required to testify in court when subpoenaed and may work varied shifts.

In performing their duties, Code Compliance Officers will be called upon to assist and provide information to patrons and the public and ensure the safety of passengers on platforms and in parking lots. This position is classified as a Public Officer under the law with powers of arrest. A primary responsibility is to enforce the fare ordinance by performing unannounced random inspection of fares onboard trains and in paid fare zones. The ability to speak, read and write Spanish is highly desirable.

Please see the job description and announcement below.

This position is responsible for performing legal secretarial duties requiring both sound judgment and good technical skills.  These duties may include, but are not limited to, transcribing, preparing, processing, and e-filing pleadings/briefs in the various state and federal courts; preparing and processing correspondence, contracts, ordinances, resolutions, City Council memoranda, and other legal documents and instruments; maintaining calendars for attorneys; answering telephones and contacting other offices to provide, obtain, and/or coordinate information and/or appearances; and performing office filing; as well as organizing and maintaining a wide variety of information and materials in support of attorneys.  The skill level of this position places strong emphasis on accuracy, quality, and attention to detail.  A strong knowledge base of legal procedures and court rules (federal and state) is desirable.  This position involves a variety of legal matters including civil litigation, workers' compensation, and all aspects of municipal law.  Incumbent must be proficient in the use of personal computers and able to work with various types of software in the Windows environment.

The successful candidate will be hired at the Legal Administrative Assistant II level.  The annual salary range for a Legal Administrative Assistant II is $62,899.20 to $76,440.
Additionally, this classification also receives a 5% ongoing non-pensionable pay in addition to the salary listed.
 

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this department.  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.