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About the Department

The San José Police Department is dedicated to providing public safety through community partnerships and 21st Century Policing practices, ensuring equity for all. The Department is committed to treating all of San Jose’s diverse community members with dignity, fairness, and respect, while protecting their rights and providing equal protection under the law.

Position Duties

The San Jose Police Department (SJPD) is recruiting for a Latent Fingerprint Examiner I/II.   Under general direction, performs technical level work of unusual difficulty in fingerprint examination for criminal identification and evidence classification.
 
Typical duties as a Latent Fingerprint Examiner I/II may include, but not limited to:
 

• Collects, develops, evaluates, compares, and identifies latent fingerprints or other impression evidence found at major crime scenes or submitted to the unit, including whole, partial fragmentary, or distorted latent finger and palm prints.
• Operates computers and computer-related equipment associated with automated fingerprint identification systems.
• Provides expert testimony, methodology, and identification in all aspects of latent print processing in court and formal hearings.
• Uses fingerprint comparators, magnifiers, ridge counters and other technical and scientific equipment for observing and comparing latent prints.
• Maintains communications with Federal, State and local law enforcement agencies and identification units.

Current unit hours are Monday through Friday dayshift hours with a 4/10 schedule. Please note you may be required to work evenings, weekends, or holidays depending on agency needs.

HAVE YOU EVER DREAMED OF BECOMING A POLICE OFFICER?

NOW IS YOUR CHANCE!

The City of Sausalito Invites Applications for the Position of

POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE

Pay: $35.31 Hourly during academy attendance

$91,811 Annually upon successful completion of the academy

Hiring Bonus $5,000 upon Academy Graduation, and $5,000 after successful completion of Probationary Period ($10,000 total)

Upon successful completion of POST Academy, the position becomes a full-time probationary Police Officer position

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

The City of Sausalito Police Department is seeking empathetic, driven, collaborative Police Officer Trainees. The Police Officer Trainee learns to enforce Federal, State, and local laws and to respond to calls for the protection of life and property by attending a basic Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified training academy to obtain the basic skills and fitness level necessary for the performance of Police Officer duties. This position requires a thorough background investigation, a polygraph/voice stress analysis examination, a psychological assessment, and a medical exam prior to appointment.

LATERAL HIRING INCENTIVES

Hiring Bonus $2,500 - $10,000 (DOE)

 50 Hrs. Sick & 50 Hrs. Vacation (@ Hire)

Reduced Field Training Program

Reduced Probationary Period

Relocation Assistance May Be Available

(*Lateral Hiring Incentives Eligibility: Must be currently employed in a California municipal or state police agency, county sheriff’s department or California Highway Patrol, or similar as defined in California Penal Code §830.1 or §830.2)

About The Position:

The County of Yuba is actively recruiting to fill current vacancies and establish an eligibility list for the position of Deputy Sheriff. Deputy Sheriff’s perform a wide variety of patrol officer and related duties required to effectively respond to and resolve the normal scope of peace situations, including the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances, criminal investigation, report writing, crime prevention and suppression, case preparation and testimony, and providing information and assistance to the public and perform related duties as assigned. Incumbents may be assigned to a specific geographic area for patrol, investigations, crime prevention or other peace officer-related functions. 

The Behavioral Health Clinician I/II performs a variety of professional duties in the provision of outpatient and crisis behavioral health services to individuals and groups. This person will work with complex casework which may include clinics, criminal justice, adult services, youth and family services, and other mental health settings where they may be asked to  respond to crisis situations, work with case managers and psychiatrists in treatment teams and be familiar with various treatment modalities to ensure clients are in appropriate treatment services. The position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week.

JOB DUTIES

• Provides professional mental health outpatient evaluation, consultation, and treatment services to individuals and groups.
• Observes patients on-site at schools, etc., as necessary; conducts home visits as necessary. Participates in outreach activities, providing information to the community regarding prevention, intervention, and education. Provides psychotherapy to children and adult clients or their relatives through individual or group therapy methods.
• Maintains close and cooperative relationships with community agencies and other public agencies carrying out treatment plans; monitors contracts with service agencies; provides information to other County departments and agencies.
• Develops and implements community social service programs.

MANAGEMENT ANALYST (HUMAN RESOURCES):

The Community: 

The Town of Hillsborough (pop. 11,574) is a residential community located in San Mateo County, midway between San Francisco and San Jose.  

Incorporated in 1910, the Town provides a full range of essential municipal services including police and fire protection, land use planning, building permitting and inspection, maintenance of roads, and water, sewer, and storm drainage infrastructures. The Town operates with a Council-Manager form of government with five elected Council Members. The Town is known for its rural charm and the academic excellence of the public and private schools. The Town has no commercial zoning; the only non-residential properties are the town's four public and three private schools, town facilities, a golf course, a country club, small parks, and open space. With an area of approximately 6.2 square miles, the Town is characterized by its hilly topography, winding roads, beautiful trees, and commitment to architecture. For additional information, please visit the Town’s website. 

The Organization: 

The Town is a general law city operating with a Council-Manager form of government. Policy-making and legislative authority are vested in the governing City Council which consists of a Mayor, a Vice Mayor, and three Councilmembers. Council members are elected to overlapping four-year terms in even-numbered years and the members select the Mayor and Vice Mayor annually. Among other things, the City Council is responsible for passing ordinances, adopting the budget, appointing committee and board members, and hiring the City Manager and the City Attorney (on contract). The City Manager is responsible for carrying out the policies and ordinances of the City Council, overseeing the day-to-day operations, and appointing department heads. The Town’s Fiscal Year 2024-25 Adopted Budget is $75.9 million with a General Fund Reserve of $30.7 million. The Town’s staff of 99 FTEs support the residents through the five departments: City Manager’s Office, Finance, Police, Building & Planning, and Public Works. 

The Department:

The City Manager oversees all departments, staff, and operations to ensure the general policy
guidelines of the City Council are followed in an efficient and effective manner. The City Manager
recommends strategies and alternatives to address issues as they are presented to the City Council. The City Manager’s office coordinates the human resource’s function; administers all employee benefit and insurance programs, the Town’s loss prevention program, election process, and records management; and oversees the Town’s website, Strategic Communications Plan, and Information Technology Strategic Plan. The City Manager’s staff is liaison to the Citizens Communication Advisory Committee, Hillsborough Recreation Department, Hillsborough Neighborhood Network working group, Hillsborough Beautification Foundation, and Pooled Liability Assurance Network (PLAN).

About the Town
Los Altos Hills is primarily a residential community of approximately 8,000 residents within an 8.6-square-mile area. An additional 5.8-square-mile area of unincorporated land adjacent to the Town’s boundaries is within Los Altos Hills’ “sphere of influence.” The Town is home to Foothill Community College. The Town Hall was constructed in 2005 and provides a comfortable and modern work environment. The Town Hall is also within a short walking distance to charming downtown Los Altos. Town residents are known for their spirit of community volunteerism and are encouraged to become active in Town governance, serve on Town committees, and participate in local events. This inclusive, open style of governance is embraced by the citizens and is part of what makes Los Altos Hills a unique and progressive town.

Position Description

Under general supervision, the Accounting Technician provides technical assistance in the Administrative Services Department functions (e.g., accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipting, payroll, budget, etc.). They perform a variety of customer service duties as required for the efficient operation of Town services, including, but not limited to, receptionist duties; a variety of clerical assignments; cash collection and deposit for all incoming funds; processing invoices for payment; scheduling Town services; forwarding service requests and inquiries to the proper Town employee or official. The Accounting Technician also provides information on various public issues responsibly and courteously.

Example of Duties

Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Prepares and processes invoices, purchase orders, requisitions, check requests, and other disbursements as required.
• Establishes and maintains accounts payable files. Maintains the Town's vendor file and prepares necessary annual reports, such as 1099-Misc.
• Maintains and orders all office and general supplies.
• Maintains the necessary accounting records to support processed transactions related to the area of assignment; prepares cash deposits, as necessary.
• Performs reconciliation of records of assigned functions; verifies accounting entries to determine the accuracy of each account or record.
• Processes, codes, enters, uploads, and verifies numerical or financial data related to the area of assignment into appropriate accounting/banking systems with accuracy; distributes data to appropriate departments upon completion of the assigned process.
• Responds to questions and concerns from operating departments and the public regarding the area of assignment; corrects errors in documents as necessary; explains processes and systems to Town employees, the public, and vendors.
• Monitors progress payments on contracts, accounts receivable, or related areas of assignment, and ensures all payments are consistent with the terms of the contract or agreement; ensures contracts are prepared according to Town policy.
• Researches and interprets rules and regulations, contracts, policies, and procedures, memoranda of understanding, or other documents as they are related to the assigned area of responsibility and accurately applies such interpretation in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
• Assists in preparation for the annual audit, Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, and the Operating and Capital Budget.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Finance Director.

Qualifications

Ability To:

• Post, check, balance, and reconcile accounts; make mathematical computations rapidly and accurately.
• Assist supervisors and accountants in more complex accounting projects.
• Compile complex data and records for accounting reports or as requested by departments.
• Provide information on departmental procedures to others.
• Operate automated office equipment and use a computer-based accounting system, downloading and uploading files accurately.
• Accurately and thoroughly complete assignments under deadlines while effectively handling several tasks at once.
• Work independently with minimal supervision; prioritize assignments; develop and maintain accurate record-keeping systems.
• Maintain confidentiality; use good judgment.
• Communicate clearly both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Knowledge Of:

• Public and governmental accounting principles, including budgeting and payroll processing.
• Relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Fund accounting and governmental accounting practices.
• Microsoft Office applications (Excel and Word) and database applications, INCODE preferred.

Education and Experience:

• Equivalent to an Associate of Arts degree in accounting or a related field.
• Three years of increasingly responsible accounting experience. Additional experience may substitute for required education on a year-for-year basis.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.

Application Deadline

This is an ongoing recruitment, with the first application review by December 20, 2024, or upon reaching 100 applications, whichever comes first. Applications received after this date or the cap is reached will be reviewed as needed.

*LATERAL HIRING INCENTIVES

· Hiring Bonus $2,500 - $10,000 (DOE)

· 50 Hrs. Sick & 50 Hrs. Vacation @ Hire

· Reduced Training Period

· Reduced Probationary Period

· Relocation Assistance May Be Available

*Lateral Hiring Incentives Eligibility: Must be currently employed with an adult county, state, or federal correctional institution.

The Yuba County Sheriff’s Department is currently accepting applications to establish an eligibility list for the classification of Correctional Officer.  Under continuing supervision incumbents perform a wide variety of support in two areas: corrections, in which incumbents ensure the security, safety and care of individuals in custody; and bailiff, in which incumbents ensure the safety and security of the courts and their personnel during court proceedings; and perform related work as assigned. Incumbents may be assigned to either County Jail security or Court security. 

About the Sheriff’s Department :

The Yuba County Sheriff's Department is responsible for the administration of the Yuba County Jail and Jail staff. The Mission of the Yuba County Jail is to provide safe, efficient, humane and secure custody of all persons incarcerated. The county prisoner population is made up of those who are sentenced to county jail, those serving state prison sentences in the county jail under AB109, and those who are pre-trial and who have not yet been sentenced. The jail provides a necessary link in the criminal justice system. There are numerous programs operating within the facility including medical, kitchen, exercise, commissary, visiting, law library, inmate education, work programs, work furlough program, and inmate classification.

Temporary Maintenance Worker – Parks & Roadsides 

Salary: $20.00/hour

DEFINITION 

Perform a variety of general maintenance services for parks and roadsides and other areas as assigned within the Town.   

• This is a part-time temporary, non-benefitted position. 
• Flexible schedule up to 29 hours per week, which may include weekend work; not to exceed 950 hours per calendar year. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED 

General supervision is received from the Maintenance Supervisor. May exercise supervision of Work Alternative Program participants as assigned. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES 

Essential duties are inclusive of, but not limited to the following:  

• Clean up trash in and around Town-maintained park and roadside areas. 
• Operate a variety of equipment, including: half ton and three-quarter ton trucks, Cushman and golf cart (or similar) vehicles, blowers and other two-cycle equipment, and hand tools (i.e., shovel, rake, hoe, etc.). 
• Periodically groom sports fields and bocce ball courts with equipment and/or machinery provided. 
• Prepare baseball fields and bocce ball courts for league play. 
• Assist Maintenance Services personnel on assigned projects.  

• Perform duties within OSHA standards. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Knowledge of: 

• Construction and maintenance materials, methods, and terminology. 

• The use, purposes and maintenance of hand tools; and the operation of light and moderately heavy power-driven equipment in performing duties. 

Ability to: 

• Understand and follow oral and written directions. 
• Ability to work both in a supervised and unsupervised environment. 
• Perform manual labor for extended periods of time; and operate under tight deadlines. 
• Lift equipment and materials up to 50 lbs. 
• Work flexible hours. 

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION 

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

Education: 

Equivalent to completion of the eighth grade. Graduation from high school or equivalent is preferred. 

Experience: 

Landscape and/or irrigation maintenance experience is desirable. 

LICENCE(S) AND CERTIFICATION(S) 

Possession of a valid California State Driver’s License, or license in another state with the ability to obtain a California license within 30 days of hire and good driving record. 

RECRUITMENT CONTACT 

Dave Casteel, Maintenance Services Director 

dcasteel@danville.ca.gov 

(925) 314-3434  

The Department: 

SVP currently provides over 600 Megawatts of power to residential and business customers within Santa Clara, of which 40 percent of comes 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 operating Thermal Generation facilities utilizing Simple Cycle, Combined Cycle, and Cogeneration technologies. It is the mission of Silicon Valley Power 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 Positions: 

Silicon Valley Power is recruiting to fill various Electric Program Manager positions in the following specialties: 

- Customer Engagement 
- Distributed Energy Resources, Renewable Energy and Power Purchase Contracts 
- Engineering
- Generation
 

Customer Engagement

The Customer Engagement Division develops and implements customer programs that support customer and utility sustainability goals. This position reports to the Senior Division Manager of Customer Engagement. The successful candidate will guide the development of programs and initiatives related to our portfolio of programs including Outreach & Education, Electric Transportation, Building Electrification, Energy Efficiency, Solar and Storage. This position will assist in the development of short and long term strategic and operational plans, monitor related legislation, regulations, reporting and compliance and serve as the liaison to various stakeholder groups. The person selected for this position will collaborate with other departments, facilitate a constantly evolving portfolio of projects (both new and existing work), have great organizational skills, and operate as an integral component of the Silicon Valley Power team.

Distributed Energy Resources, Renewable Energy and Power Purchase Contracts
 As a key member of our Resources team, you will play a pivotal role in securing and managing the energy resources necessary to power our growing operations. 
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Resource Procurement and Integration: Oversee the end-to-end process of identifying, procuring, and integrating new energy resources into our portfolio.
• Contract Negotiation: Lead complex negotiations with energy suppliers to secure optimal pricing and terms for power purchase agreements and related contracts.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement long-term resource procurement strategies aligned with our business objectives and evolving energy market dynamics.
• Financial Modeling: Utilize production cost modeling to forecast future energy costs and inform budget planning.
• Project Management: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to project timelines and budgets.

Ideal Candidate: 
We are seeking a self-driven professional with the following characteristics:

• Excellent Negotiation Skills: Ability to negotiate complex contracts and build strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Project Management Acumen: Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and delivering results on time and within budget.
• Strategic Thinking: A strategic mindset to identify opportunities and risks, and develop innovative solutions.
• Strong Communication Skills: Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Energy Market Expertise: A strong understanding of wholesale power market operations, renewable energy, and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong Analytical Skills: Proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and forecasting techniques.

Engineering

This position will manage portfolio of capital improvement projects that can include new substations, transmission and distribution lines, reconstruction, expansion of existing substations and transmission lines and distribution systems. This position requires hands-on working knowledge of the project management lifecycle, including not limited to initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, and closeout of projects. This position may also manage staff such as but not limited to Senior Electric Utility Engineers, Electric Utility Engineers, interns, electric estimators and designers related to the planning, operation and maintenance of distribution and transmission facilities and SVP’s third-party overhead pole contact program.  The candidate will also assist in the development of budget, standards and specifications, contracts, and training programs. This position will administer procurement contracts, public work contracts and other related contracts related to Capital improvements projects, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of utility projects including electric transmission and distribution facilities and other electrical infrastructure.  This position may stand in for the Electric Division manager of Engineering during times of absence. 

 

Generation

This position directly oversees the daily operations and maintenance activities required of the in-city power plants including the DVR Combined Cycle, Gianera Peaker, and Cogeneration plant.  The incumbent supervises a staff of up to 16 technicians on fixed and rotating shifts responsible for operating and maintaining the facilities.  The Operations & Maintenance Manager works closely with other Division personnel including Plant Engineer, Compliance Manager, and administrative staff and reports directly to the Division Manager.  

Under general direction, the candidate will oversee the daily operations and maintenance activities of the power plants.  Additional duties include, but are not limited to: 

- Monitor for efficiency and safety ensuring that all applicable regulatory requirements are followed.  

- Set the standard for safety & integrity by adhering to all applicable safety standards, environmental standards & treatment of employees. 

- Responsible for O&M and major maintenance spending as well as the plants' efforts to achieve reliability & performance metrics.  

- Lead outage planning and execution to ensure the safety of the personnel and on-time completion of the work scope.  

- Ensure that all department staff under your direction are compliant with all local, State and Federal safety regulations, including but not limited to OSHA and CALOSHA, in addition to conformance with all City safety policies & procedures.

As a member of the City's Unclassified Service, this is an "at-will" position and the incumbent serves at the discretion of the City Manager.  An incumbent in this classification:  demonstrates strong ethical, professional, and service-oriented leadership and interpersonal skills; sets a good example; and correctly applies the tenets of the City's Code of Ethics and values.
 
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 Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 4:00 PM.

 

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS 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 $180,860.40 - $234,039.72.   This position may be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range.

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

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
•    Education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Economics, Public or Business Administration, Environmental Sciences, Finance or a closely-related field; AND
•    Three (3) years' experience leading, supervising, managing, and coordinating work including but not limited to, customer related programs, project management, building facilities management, or writing, developing or administering safety or environmental compliance standards; OR
•    Generation/Substation/Transmission and Distribution/System Operations Specialties:  Three (3) years of experience in a lead, supervisory, or senior role performing work, including but not limited to a Supervisor, Engineer, Manager, Lead Technician, or Foreperson,  

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTION
•    For Generation/Substation/Transmission and Distribution/System Operations Specialties: additional years of experience in a role equivalent to, but not limited to a Control Room Operator, Electric Utility Technician, Engineer, Lineworker, or working in a lead, supervisory, or senior role performing work, including but not limited to a Supervisor, Manager, Lead Technician, or Foreperson may substitute for the degree requirement on a year for year basis up to four (4) years.
•    For Generation/Substation/Transmission and Distribution/System Operations Specialties: Two (2) years of experience working in a role equivalent to, but not limited to a Control Room Operator, Electric Utility Technician, Engineer, or Lineworker may be substituted for one (1) year of experience as a lead, supervisor, or senior role up to six (6) years.
•    Two (2) years of experience in customer related programs, project management, building facilities management, or writing, developing or administering safety or environmental compliance standards may be substituted one (1) year of experience as a lead, supervisor, manager, and coordinator experience up to six (6) years. 

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license is required at the time of appointment and for the duration of employment.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
•    An advanced degree in Engineering, Public or Business Administration, Environmental Sciences or related field is desirable.
•    When assigned to Systems and Project Management, a: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from Project Management Institute (PMI) or an equivalent certification from accredited program is desirable.
•    When assigned to Generation/Substation/Transmission and Distribution/System Operations  Specialties, experience working in a power plant, substation,  transmission &  distribution, or Electric System Control Center environment is desirable.
•    When assigned to Safety Compliance, an in depth knowledge of OSHA and CalOSHA standards is desirable. 
•    When assigned to Environmental Compliance, an in-depth knowledge of Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC), Air Permits, and Water Permits is desirable. 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
•    Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment.
•    Incumbents may be subject to initial and periodic comprehensive background checks. 
•    May be required to work unusual hours and weekends in performance of their duties and be available on an "on call" basis.
 

CONFLICT OF INTEREST 

Incumbents in this position are required to file a Conflict of Interest statement upon assuming office, annually and upon leaving office, in accordance with City Manager Directive 100.  

 

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.  

 

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. 

The Department: 
Silicon Valley Power (SVP) is the City of Santa Clara’s municipal public power utility. Located in Northern California’s Santa Clara County, SVP is primarily a distribution utility contained within a roughly twenty square mile footprint and embedded within the much larger PG&E utility system. SVP operates under the jurisdiction of the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) and the Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC). SVP operates voltages of 230kV and 115kV (transmission), 60kv (sub-transmission), and 12kV (distribution). Its peak load in 2024 was 718MW and has the ability to generate up to 200MW internally. SVP has roughly 60,000 meters with 90% of the load industrial-commercial and 10% residential. SVP is a NERC registered utility and conforms to NERC 693 and CIP reliability standards. It is the mission of SVP to be a progressive, service-oriented utility, offering reliable, competitively priced services for the benefit of the City and its customers. Being competitive in the marketplace with a continuous focus on customer service, SVP provides 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:  
Electric and Water System Operators (EWSO) ensure that all Electric, Water and Storm sewer systems are operated reliably, efficiently and effectively in a safe manner and restoring service in a timely way to all customers.  The EWSO has responsibility for monitoring and operation of the City's municipal electric power, water, transmission and distribution systems and for coordinating planned and unplanned power outages. As a Transmission Operator, operating personnel in this position have the responsibility to comply with NERC reliability standards and the authority to implement real-time actions to ensure the stable and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System. These efforts are coordinated with the appropriate Reliability Coordinator (RC), affected Transmission Operator(s) (TO) and affected Balancing Authorities (BA). This position is staffed 24/7 365 utilizing a rotation of 12 hour shifts with Operators alternating between days and nights.
 
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 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. This position is continuous. Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis for consideration to the position.  If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed.

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 $174,817.92 - $223,593.84 annually.  This position will be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range. 

 

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

 

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Requirements:

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED

• 1) Two (2) years of experience in an electric utility performing complex load dispatching and switching

• 2) Four (4) years of experience in an electric utility as a generating plant or substation operator with sub-dispatching responsibility

• 3) Four (4) years of experience with the City of Santa Clara Electric Department, including at least one (1) year as an journey-level or higher, electrician or lineman/linewoman 

• 4) Completion of a recognized State of California Electric System Operator apprentice program

Desirable Qualification:  A valid Transmission Operator Certificate issued by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC)

LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license is required at time of appointment and for the duration of employment.

CERTIFICATES: Possession of the following certificate is required within one year of hire date and for the duration of appointment:

• A valid Water Distribution System Operator Certificate (Grade D-1 or above) issued by the California Department of Health Services (DHS).

• A valid Transmission Operator Certificate issued by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC).

Incumbents will be required to obtain and maintain any other license or certification mandated by NERC for the position of Transmission Operator and necessary for the performance of duties under the current scope of responsibilities pertaining to the SVP Transmission System.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Incumbents may be assigned to work on a rotating 12-hour shift schedule

• Incumbents must have the ability to work, as assigned, to schedules that may include weekends, holidays, and non-traditional work hours; and a willingness to work overtime as required

• Incumbents may have to pass an initial and periodic comprehensive background checks, which may include fingerprinting, to meet Federal, State and/or industry security requirements

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

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.