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City of Santa Clara
Electric Utility Programmer Analyst
City of Santa Clara, CA Santa Clara, CA, United States
Description The City of Santa Clara Silicon Valley Power is hiringfor the position of Electric Utility Programmer Analyst! This is an internal customer facing role that provides support for the City's Electric Utility 24x7 computer environment. The incumbent is responsible for the deployment, maintenance and refresh of the desktop, applications, and telephony for the SVP enterprise. They will also maintain related components of the SVP critical infrastructure which will require provided safety and regulatory training. The incumbent will field support requests and maintain software license compliance. Final Filing Date: 4:00 p.m. on Friday, January 3, 2020 To be considered for this position, submit an application packet which includes: 1) Completed City Application, 2) Current Resume and 3) Supplemental Questions. Incomplete application packets will not be accepted. 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. Candidates must attain a passing score on the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview will be required prior to appointment. The Electric Utility Programmer Analyst is assigned to the City's Electric Utility, which utilizes a 24-hour per day real-time computer network. This may include the daily operation of the City's Silicon Valley Power (SVP) MeterConnect program maintenance of the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) System. The incumbent may be required to work at times other than the regularly scheduled work hours. Typical Duties Duties may include, but are not limited, to the following. Under general supervision: Performs a variety of programming and analytical tasks including evaluating, flow-charting, logical mapping, coding, implementing and maintaining electric department resource forecasting, analysis, scheduling/dispatching, and networking and communication with local and remote computer systems Analyzes, evaluates, tests, debugs, and supports applications to ensure system engineering and infrastructure is appropriate Edits and estimates meter data and troubleshoots data processing problems Patches and maintains the Electric Department's Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) System or other department applications according to NERC CIP standards Develops, prepares and maintains system methods and documentation Trains electric department personnel in programming and the use of computer systems Writes scripts to automate tasks in Windows and Linux (e.g., VB Script, PowerShell, Perl, Linux Shell Scripts) Provides technical support and training to end users and staff subject to 24/7 callout Writes user guides and procedures, system standards, and technical system documentation Confers with vendors regarding system and database related issues Processes requests for troubleshooting failures and questions and takes corrective actions by interpreting problems and providing technical support for hardware, software, and network system Manages computer inventory, print servers, voicemail server, and maintains Internet Protocols (IP's) and configuration to ensure they are up to date Manages vendor contracts and budgets for software licenses Evaluates additions/improvements to computer hardware and software Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Minimum Qualifications: Education equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major work in computer science, statistics, mathematics, finance, economics or a related field; and Equivalent to two years recent full time paid experience, which includes programming in one or more high level structured program languages; and networking, and operating systems management. Possible Substitutions: One year of additional full time paid work experience may be substituted for up to one year of college education. Desirable Qualifications: Experience working with municipal utilities or in a telecommunications environment is desirable; Experience with Remote Terminal Units (RTU's), microprocessor based relays, Distributed Network Protocol (DNP), and ABB Network Manager - S (SPIDER) Energy Management Systems (EMS), Linux and Windows Operating Systems, and virtualization is highly desirable; and Experience using Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems is highly desirable and may be required depending upon assignment. OTHER REQUIREMENTS A medical examination will be required prior to appointment Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check, which may include employment verification, a DMV record check, a criminal history check, and Department of Justice (DOJ) fingerprinting. Any information obtained will be used to determine eligibility for employment in accordance with the law. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment, however, failure to disclose a conviction when required will result in disqualification from the recruitment process. May be required to work unusual hours and weekends in the performance of their duties and be available on an "on call" basis. Employees are required to pass 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. VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS This position qualifies for Veteran's Preference Points. Applicants who have separated from service (Active Duty status) must submit proof of honorable discharge (Form DD214) with their application at time of filing. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of : Unix and Linux operating systems and their associated administration and patching Hardware, software, and telecommunications systems and standards for real-time data collection System analysis methods, structured language methods, micro and minicomputer architecture and operation including system utilities Program coding and testing Communication protocols such as TCPIP Operational applications for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) or meter data management, including scheduling and execution of data requests Environmental and safety practices, procedures, and standards Ability to : Apply effective programming methods to applications Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Analyze complex procedures and data and develop appropriate logical conclusions Evaluate and maintain electric utility applications Troubleshoot existing systems and programming malfunctions and take corrective actions Document and maintain documentation of current system requirements Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload and meet strict deadlines Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including the general public Work in a team-based environment and achieve common goals Prepare and maintain budgeting information related to software and hardware life cycle Walk or stand for extended periods of time Bend, stoop, reach, carry, crawl, climb and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties
Dec 10, 2019
Full Time
Description The City of Santa Clara Silicon Valley Power is hiringfor the position of Electric Utility Programmer Analyst! This is an internal customer facing role that provides support for the City's Electric Utility 24x7 computer environment. The incumbent is responsible for the deployment, maintenance and refresh of the desktop, applications, and telephony for the SVP enterprise. They will also maintain related components of the SVP critical infrastructure which will require provided safety and regulatory training. The incumbent will field support requests and maintain software license compliance. Final Filing Date: 4:00 p.m. on Friday, January 3, 2020 To be considered for this position, submit an application packet which includes: 1) Completed City Application, 2) Current Resume and 3) Supplemental Questions. Incomplete application packets will not be accepted. 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. Candidates must attain a passing score on the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview will be required prior to appointment. The Electric Utility Programmer Analyst is assigned to the City's Electric Utility, which utilizes a 24-hour per day real-time computer network. This may include the daily operation of the City's Silicon Valley Power (SVP) MeterConnect program maintenance of the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) System. The incumbent may be required to work at times other than the regularly scheduled work hours. Typical Duties Duties may include, but are not limited, to the following. Under general supervision: Performs a variety of programming and analytical tasks including evaluating, flow-charting, logical mapping, coding, implementing and maintaining electric department resource forecasting, analysis, scheduling/dispatching, and networking and communication with local and remote computer systems Analyzes, evaluates, tests, debugs, and supports applications to ensure system engineering and infrastructure is appropriate Edits and estimates meter data and troubleshoots data processing problems Patches and maintains the Electric Department's Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) System or other department applications according to NERC CIP standards Develops, prepares and maintains system methods and documentation Trains electric department personnel in programming and the use of computer systems Writes scripts to automate tasks in Windows and Linux (e.g., VB Script, PowerShell, Perl, Linux Shell Scripts) Provides technical support and training to end users and staff subject to 24/7 callout Writes user guides and procedures, system standards, and technical system documentation Confers with vendors regarding system and database related issues Processes requests for troubleshooting failures and questions and takes corrective actions by interpreting problems and providing technical support for hardware, software, and network system Manages computer inventory, print servers, voicemail server, and maintains Internet Protocols (IP's) and configuration to ensure they are up to date Manages vendor contracts and budgets for software licenses Evaluates additions/improvements to computer hardware and software Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Minimum Qualifications: Education equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major work in computer science, statistics, mathematics, finance, economics or a related field; and Equivalent to two years recent full time paid experience, which includes programming in one or more high level structured program languages; and networking, and operating systems management. Possible Substitutions: One year of additional full time paid work experience may be substituted for up to one year of college education. Desirable Qualifications: Experience working with municipal utilities or in a telecommunications environment is desirable; Experience with Remote Terminal Units (RTU's), microprocessor based relays, Distributed Network Protocol (DNP), and ABB Network Manager - S (SPIDER) Energy Management Systems (EMS), Linux and Windows Operating Systems, and virtualization is highly desirable; and Experience using Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems is highly desirable and may be required depending upon assignment. OTHER REQUIREMENTS A medical examination will be required prior to appointment Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check, which may include employment verification, a DMV record check, a criminal history check, and Department of Justice (DOJ) fingerprinting. Any information obtained will be used to determine eligibility for employment in accordance with the law. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment, however, failure to disclose a conviction when required will result in disqualification from the recruitment process. May be required to work unusual hours and weekends in the performance of their duties and be available on an "on call" basis. Employees are required to pass 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. VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS This position qualifies for Veteran's Preference Points. Applicants who have separated from service (Active Duty status) must submit proof of honorable discharge (Form DD214) with their application at time of filing. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of : Unix and Linux operating systems and their associated administration and patching Hardware, software, and telecommunications systems and standards for real-time data collection System analysis methods, structured language methods, micro and minicomputer architecture and operation including system utilities Program coding and testing Communication protocols such as TCPIP Operational applications for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) or meter data management, including scheduling and execution of data requests Environmental and safety practices, procedures, and standards Ability to : Apply effective programming methods to applications Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Analyze complex procedures and data and develop appropriate logical conclusions Evaluate and maintain electric utility applications Troubleshoot existing systems and programming malfunctions and take corrective actions Document and maintain documentation of current system requirements Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload and meet strict deadlines Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including the general public Work in a team-based environment and achieve common goals Prepare and maintain budgeting information related to software and hardware life cycle Walk or stand for extended periods of time Bend, stoop, reach, carry, crawl, climb and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties
Las Vegas Valley Water District
Associate Business Systems Analyst - OC
Las Vegas Valley Water District Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Please note, you need to submit your application before 11:59 p.m. on the date prior to the close date listed. Thank you for your interest in this position. Please note the following important tips for applying. All portions of the application must be completed in detail. Work history, applicable education, and answers to the supplemental questions are all required. Applications missing any one of these sections will be rejected as incomplete. Referral to a resume is not acceptable. Set aside some time to complete your application. The system is unable to save applications that are in progress, and once you have submitted the application you cannot reapply. We strongly recommend that you review all the information on your application for accuracy. Once an application is submitted, you will be unable to edit it. Submitted applications are not viewable. If you would like to keep a record of what you will be submitting, we suggest you type your responses to the questions in a Word document, then copy and paste the answers into the application then save the Word document. Typing questions in Word will also minimize typing/grammatical errors since this is not an option in the system. NOTE: If you are a current employee, you MUST apply via the Career worklet in Workday and not through this site. If you submit an application on this site, it cannot be processed. Associate Business Systems Analyst - OC Open Date: 12/11/19 Close Date: 12/19/19 Salary: $79,572.00 per year Job Type: Regular Location: Molasky Corporate Center, 100 City Parkway,Las Vegas For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact Maria Ubaldo at maria.ubaldo@lvvwd.com. NOTE: The hiring department may consider applicants at the Professional Trainee level. Professional Trainee Salary: $59,378.00 annually Minimum Qualifications (Professional Trainee): Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor's Degree in a field directly related to the classification where assigned; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Hours of Work: 4/10's, 7 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., M-Th The ideal candidate would have have the ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment; possess solid business analysis skills to support the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of software applications; demonstrate experience in identifying opportunities for business process improvements using technology as well as in working with customers using effective communication skills; possess the crucial skills to be able to conduct user acceptance testing and training; have experience with Agile methodologies; and demonstrate experience working with relational databases. INTRODUCTION: Human Resources will screen applications and supplemental questionnaires. Candidates possessing the strongest skills and experience for this position will be forwarded to the hiring department for further evaluation and to determine who will be invited to the formal interview process. The candidate hired will be required to pass a drug screening, background check, and may be required to pass a job-related physical evaluation. GENERAL PURPOSE Under direct and more senior-level supervision, participates in analyzing business processes and reporting requirements and works with users to identify needs for new technology solutions and application modifications and enhancements; participates on application development teams; prepares user documentation and system specifications; participates in applications testing and problem resolution and fixes; provides a variety of user support and training; and performs related duties as assigned. DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Basic principles and practices of systems analysis and design; business process analysis methods, techniques and tools; District and/or departmental business processes commonly supported by applications; methods and techniques for performing quality assurance and user acceptance testing; database design concepts and standard database software; standard methodology for developing program and user documentation; functions, capabilities, characteristics and limitations of standard computer platforms and devices; methods and techniques for troubleshooting and determining the causes of applications problems and errors; standard business software, including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, graphics and database programs; principles and practices of sound business communication. Ability to: Perform business rule and process analyses and reach sound, logical conclusions regarding user needs and business functional requirements; understand and apply the analysis of functional requirements to development of applications proposals and recommendations; troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve applications problems; set priorities and organize work to complete project responsibilities efficiently and effectively; understand, interpret, explain and apply department, District, state and federal rules, policies, laws and regulations applicable to areas of responsibility; communicate clearly and effectively to diverse audiences of technical and non-technical personnel, orally and in writing; prepare clear, concise and comprehensive reports, documentation and other written materials; exercise sound judgment within established procedures and policy guidelines; use tact and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive, complex and/or confidential issues and situations; establish and maintain highly effective working relationships with all levels of department and Information Technology staff, vendors, contractors and others encountered in the course of work. Training and Experience: A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, management information systems or a closely related field; and one year of professional experience performing business process analyses and participating in the design, development and implementation of business applications; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience in a government or public utility setting is highly desirable. Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements: A valid Nevada driver's license and ability to maintain insurability under the District's Vehicle Insurance Policy may be required for certain assignments. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate computers and other standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Employees are frequently required to walk and stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Mental Demands While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve difficult and ambiguous problems; observe and interpret people and situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work under changing, intensive deadlines on multiple concurrent tasks; and interact with all levels of department and Information Technology staff, vendors, contractors and others encountered in the course of work.
Dec 12, 2019
Full Time
Please note, you need to submit your application before 11:59 p.m. on the date prior to the close date listed. Thank you for your interest in this position. Please note the following important tips for applying. All portions of the application must be completed in detail. Work history, applicable education, and answers to the supplemental questions are all required. Applications missing any one of these sections will be rejected as incomplete. Referral to a resume is not acceptable. Set aside some time to complete your application. The system is unable to save applications that are in progress, and once you have submitted the application you cannot reapply. We strongly recommend that you review all the information on your application for accuracy. Once an application is submitted, you will be unable to edit it. Submitted applications are not viewable. If you would like to keep a record of what you will be submitting, we suggest you type your responses to the questions in a Word document, then copy and paste the answers into the application then save the Word document. Typing questions in Word will also minimize typing/grammatical errors since this is not an option in the system. NOTE: If you are a current employee, you MUST apply via the Career worklet in Workday and not through this site. If you submit an application on this site, it cannot be processed. Associate Business Systems Analyst - OC Open Date: 12/11/19 Close Date: 12/19/19 Salary: $79,572.00 per year Job Type: Regular Location: Molasky Corporate Center, 100 City Parkway,Las Vegas For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact Maria Ubaldo at maria.ubaldo@lvvwd.com. NOTE: The hiring department may consider applicants at the Professional Trainee level. Professional Trainee Salary: $59,378.00 annually Minimum Qualifications (Professional Trainee): Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor's Degree in a field directly related to the classification where assigned; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Hours of Work: 4/10's, 7 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., M-Th The ideal candidate would have have the ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment; possess solid business analysis skills to support the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of software applications; demonstrate experience in identifying opportunities for business process improvements using technology as well as in working with customers using effective communication skills; possess the crucial skills to be able to conduct user acceptance testing and training; have experience with Agile methodologies; and demonstrate experience working with relational databases. INTRODUCTION: Human Resources will screen applications and supplemental questionnaires. Candidates possessing the strongest skills and experience for this position will be forwarded to the hiring department for further evaluation and to determine who will be invited to the formal interview process. The candidate hired will be required to pass a drug screening, background check, and may be required to pass a job-related physical evaluation. GENERAL PURPOSE Under direct and more senior-level supervision, participates in analyzing business processes and reporting requirements and works with users to identify needs for new technology solutions and application modifications and enhancements; participates on application development teams; prepares user documentation and system specifications; participates in applications testing and problem resolution and fixes; provides a variety of user support and training; and performs related duties as assigned. DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Basic principles and practices of systems analysis and design; business process analysis methods, techniques and tools; District and/or departmental business processes commonly supported by applications; methods and techniques for performing quality assurance and user acceptance testing; database design concepts and standard database software; standard methodology for developing program and user documentation; functions, capabilities, characteristics and limitations of standard computer platforms and devices; methods and techniques for troubleshooting and determining the causes of applications problems and errors; standard business software, including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, graphics and database programs; principles and practices of sound business communication. Ability to: Perform business rule and process analyses and reach sound, logical conclusions regarding user needs and business functional requirements; understand and apply the analysis of functional requirements to development of applications proposals and recommendations; troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve applications problems; set priorities and organize work to complete project responsibilities efficiently and effectively; understand, interpret, explain and apply department, District, state and federal rules, policies, laws and regulations applicable to areas of responsibility; communicate clearly and effectively to diverse audiences of technical and non-technical personnel, orally and in writing; prepare clear, concise and comprehensive reports, documentation and other written materials; exercise sound judgment within established procedures and policy guidelines; use tact and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive, complex and/or confidential issues and situations; establish and maintain highly effective working relationships with all levels of department and Information Technology staff, vendors, contractors and others encountered in the course of work. Training and Experience: A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, management information systems or a closely related field; and one year of professional experience performing business process analyses and participating in the design, development and implementation of business applications; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience in a government or public utility setting is highly desirable. Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements: A valid Nevada driver's license and ability to maintain insurability under the District's Vehicle Insurance Policy may be required for certain assignments. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate computers and other standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Employees are frequently required to walk and stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Mental Demands While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve difficult and ambiguous problems; observe and interpret people and situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work under changing, intensive deadlines on multiple concurrent tasks; and interact with all levels of department and Information Technology staff, vendors, contractors and others encountered in the course of work.
City of Austin
Financial Analyst IV
City of Austin, TX Austin, TX, United States
Posting Title Financial Analyst IV Job Requisition Number COA081199 Position Number 109890 Job Type Full-Time Division Name Budget Accounting Minimum Qualifications Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Finance, Accounting, or Economics plus five (5) years' experience in a related field. A Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration or other relevant field may be substituted for 2 years' experience. A five (5) year accounting (MAcy) degree or CPA designation may be substituted for 1 years' experience. Licenses or Certifications: None Notes to Applicants Working with Austin Water provides a number of benefits including medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information. This position works in a team environment with a common purpose for which its team members are mutually accountable to each other. This is maintained through peer reviews and, at times, rotating job responsibilities to support City of Austin competencies, and professional growth and development opportunities. The person in the Financial Analyst IV position will rotate duties periodically between budget/accounting: however, the position will focus mainly on financial functions, such as: Developing financial budgets Performing complex financial analysis Providing financial support and monitoring operation and maintenance program budgets When completing the City of Austin employment application: Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job title and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. If you are selected to interview: Your skill level in some of the competency areas for this job will be assessed through skills testing - specifically in Microsoft Excel - with a required minimum passing score of 70%. If you are selected for hire: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) is required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization or institution. You must also provide proof of your professional licenses or certifications. If you are in the military or are a military veteran, you will need to provide a copy of the Member 4 page of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. This position requires a criminal background investigation Travel Requirement: If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program , you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. Effective October 1, 2014, all Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite - including construction sites, parking lot, garage or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Pay Range $33.21 - $43.17 Commensurate Hours From 8:00 to 5:00 Monday-Friday with limited flexibility, or other hours as business needs require Job Close Date 12/16/2019 Type of Posting External Department Austin Water Utility Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location Waller Creek Center, 625 E. 10th St., Austin , TX Preferred Qualifications Experience in accounting or finance Experience developing, analyzing, and writing financial reports Experience with financial reconciliation Experience in budgeting (spending, planning and accounting) Experience with researching and providing guidance on federal and state legislation, regulations, and standards Experience providing leadership and peer review of work Experience with financial software such as AIMS , e-Combs, Microstrategy, or other related financial and/or business intelligence software system Experience developing/implementing financial-related processes and procedures Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite 2013, specifically Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Develops and prepares reports, analyses, and models used in revenue and economic forecasts and budgets. Develops and completes cost of service rate and structure recommendations, rate studies, and methodology analysis to comply with State regulatory requirements using multiple variables. Primarily responsible for developing the operating or CIP budget for the department. Performs budget analysis by implementing the organization's budget process system, providing guidance and recommendations to management in the development and completion of their budgets; finalizing the organizations budget; and monitoring the budget by preparing or reviewing current year estimates and budget variance reports, reporting on budget variances; reviewing budget forecasts; and reviewing current and historical budget information and data. Prepares complex financial analysis, periodic and ad-hoc reports by researching, financial benchmark reporting, compiling, monitoring, and summarizing current and historical financial information and data, reporting on variances and trends, and compiling financial information from various financial systems. Develops and prepares reports, analyses, and models to analyze debt issuances, bond issuance timing, Official Statement updates, calculate debt service requirements, equity financing ratios, cash reserve requirements, revenue bond debt refunding, rating agency presentations and other debt related requirements. Performs debt administration, impact analysis and monitors debt service schedules. Provides financial support and monitors CIP projects. Processes and tracks task orders and other project requirements in eCAPRIS and other financial systems. Develop and maintain complex databases to conduct comprehensive financial and technical analysis, and develop models and reports in Business Intelligence system to support and monitor performance and financial benchmarks. Develop complex reports and documentation in compliance with local, State and Federal regulatory requirements. Conduct cost analysis, financial and performance benchmarking with other entities and assist in development of expert testimony. Assists departments and other customers by providing procedural and financial information and guidance with financial systems. Researches and provides information requested by City Council, City management, boards and commissions, vendors, the public, regulatory agencies and other City offices. Monitors state and federal regulatory processes and provides guidance to the department regarding the financial impact of new and/or proposed legislation, regulations and standards. Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: May be responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of the processes and theories used for public budgetary and financial policies. Knowledge of accounting practices and concepts. Knowledge of utility ratemaking and cost of service study methodology. Knowledge of debt instruments, cash management and utility financing methods. Knowledge of forecasting models; econometric studies, analysis and forecasting; and estimating methods and techniques. Knowledge of cost benefit analysis, feasibility studies and net present value analysis methods. Knowledge of enterprise budgeting, financial planning or accounting. Knowledge of research methods, survey techniques, statistical concepts and report writing. Ability to complete detailed financial and economic analyses. Ability to lead and/or facilitate meetings and workshops. Ability to work independently. Skill in generating and analyzing financial and statistical reports. Skill in communicating effectively, orally and in writing. Skill in using computers and related software applications. Skill in performing quantitative analysis. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or TTY (512) 974-2445. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in a field related to Finance, Accounting, or Economics plus five (5) years' experience in a related field. A Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration or other relevant field may be substituted for 2 years' experience. A five (5) year accounting (MAcy) degree or CPA designation may be substituted for 1 years' experience. Do you meet these requirements? Yes No * Please describe how you meet these minimum qualifications. Please detail how you meet the educational requirements, account for the years of related experience, and explain any substitutions of experience for education, or vice-versa (if applicable). Indicate the position(s) listed on your application that support(s) your answer. (Open Ended Question) * This position is scheduled to work forty (40) hours per week. Can you be available to work additional hours, if required to meet business needs? Yes No * How many years of Accounting or Finance experience do you have? Less than 2 years 2-3 years 3-4 years 4-5 years 5+ years * Describe your experience in the accounting or financial fields (including years of experience), and indicate the position(s) listed on your application that support(s) your answer. (Open Ended Question) * How many years of experience do you have with financial forecasting and budgeting? Less than one (1) year One (1) to three (3) years Three (3) to five (5) years Five (5) or more years * Describe your experience with financial forecast & budgeting, to include spending, planning and accounting, and indicate the position(s) listed on your application that support(s) your answer. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience in research and providing guidance on federal and state legislation, regulations, and standards, and indicate the position(s) listed on your application that support(s) your answer. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience reviewing and providing feedback on work prepared by other team members. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience working with City of Austin accounting systems, including AIMS, eCOMBS, and Microstrategy, or similar complex and interrelated governmental accounting systems. (Open Ended Question) * Please describe your experience working for a utility or other similarly regulated entity. (Open Ended Question) * Which of the following best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Excel? Basic: create/edit simple spreadsheets, sort data, enter formulas Intermediate: create/edit spreadsheets, create charts/graphs from spreadsheet data, hide and unhide rows/columns, use basic functions such as SUM, AVERAGE, and COUNT Advanced: develop complex spreadsheets, create charts/graphs/tables, import data from external databases, use AutoFilter to analyze data, use complex functions/formulas for math & logic equations Limited or no MS Excel experience, but proficiency with another spreadsheet application such as Lotus 1-2-3 or Apple Numbers No experience with Microsoft Excel * If identified as a top candidate, do you agree to a Criminal Background Investigation (CBI)? Yes No * Were you referred to this opportunity by an Austin Water employee? If yes, please provide the employee's full name. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
Dec 09, 2019
Full Time
Posting Title Financial Analyst IV Job Requisition Number COA081199 Position Number 109890 Job Type Full-Time Division Name Budget Accounting Minimum Qualifications Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Finance, Accounting, or Economics plus five (5) years' experience in a related field. A Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration or other relevant field may be substituted for 2 years' experience. A five (5) year accounting (MAcy) degree or CPA designation may be substituted for 1 years' experience. Licenses or Certifications: None Notes to Applicants Working with Austin Water provides a number of benefits including medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information. This position works in a team environment with a common purpose for which its team members are mutually accountable to each other. This is maintained through peer reviews and, at times, rotating job responsibilities to support City of Austin competencies, and professional growth and development opportunities. The person in the Financial Analyst IV position will rotate duties periodically between budget/accounting: however, the position will focus mainly on financial functions, such as: Developing financial budgets Performing complex financial analysis Providing financial support and monitoring operation and maintenance program budgets When completing the City of Austin employment application: Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job title and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. If you are selected to interview: Your skill level in some of the competency areas for this job will be assessed through skills testing - specifically in Microsoft Excel - with a required minimum passing score of 70%. If you are selected for hire: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) is required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization or institution. You must also provide proof of your professional licenses or certifications. If you are in the military or are a military veteran, you will need to provide a copy of the Member 4 page of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. This position requires a criminal background investigation Travel Requirement: If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program , you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. Effective October 1, 2014, all Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite - including construction sites, parking lot, garage or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Pay Range $33.21 - $43.17 Commensurate Hours From 8:00 to 5:00 Monday-Friday with limited flexibility, or other hours as business needs require Job Close Date 12/16/2019 Type of Posting External Department Austin Water Utility Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location Waller Creek Center, 625 E. 10th St., Austin , TX Preferred Qualifications Experience in accounting or finance Experience developing, analyzing, and writing financial reports Experience with financial reconciliation Experience in budgeting (spending, planning and accounting) Experience with researching and providing guidance on federal and state legislation, regulations, and standards Experience providing leadership and peer review of work Experience with financial software such as AIMS , e-Combs, Microstrategy, or other related financial and/or business intelligence software system Experience developing/implementing financial-related processes and procedures Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite 2013, specifically Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Develops and prepares reports, analyses, and models used in revenue and economic forecasts and budgets. Develops and completes cost of service rate and structure recommendations, rate studies, and methodology analysis to comply with State regulatory requirements using multiple variables. Primarily responsible for developing the operating or CIP budget for the department. Performs budget analysis by implementing the organization's budget process system, providing guidance and recommendations to management in the development and completion of their budgets; finalizing the organizations budget; and monitoring the budget by preparing or reviewing current year estimates and budget variance reports, reporting on budget variances; reviewing budget forecasts; and reviewing current and historical budget information and data. Prepares complex financial analysis, periodic and ad-hoc reports by researching, financial benchmark reporting, compiling, monitoring, and summarizing current and historical financial information and data, reporting on variances and trends, and compiling financial information from various financial systems. Develops and prepares reports, analyses, and models to analyze debt issuances, bond issuance timing, Official Statement updates, calculate debt service requirements, equity financing ratios, cash reserve requirements, revenue bond debt refunding, rating agency presentations and other debt related requirements. Performs debt administration, impact analysis and monitors debt service schedules. Provides financial support and monitors CIP projects. Processes and tracks task orders and other project requirements in eCAPRIS and other financial systems. Develop and maintain complex databases to conduct comprehensive financial and technical analysis, and develop models and reports in Business Intelligence system to support and monitor performance and financial benchmarks. Develop complex reports and documentation in compliance with local, State and Federal regulatory requirements. Conduct cost analysis, financial and performance benchmarking with other entities and assist in development of expert testimony. Assists departments and other customers by providing procedural and financial information and guidance with financial systems. Researches and provides information requested by City Council, City management, boards and commissions, vendors, the public, regulatory agencies and other City offices. Monitors state and federal regulatory processes and provides guidance to the department regarding the financial impact of new and/or proposed legislation, regulations and standards. Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: May be responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of the processes and theories used for public budgetary and financial policies. Knowledge of accounting practices and concepts. Knowledge of utility ratemaking and cost of service study methodology. Knowledge of debt instruments, cash management and utility financing methods. Knowledge of forecasting models; econometric studies, analysis and forecasting; and estimating methods and techniques. Knowledge of cost benefit analysis, feasibility studies and net present value analysis methods. Knowledge of enterprise budgeting, financial planning or accounting. Knowledge of research methods, survey techniques, statistical concepts and report writing. Ability to complete detailed financial and economic analyses. Ability to lead and/or facilitate meetings and workshops. Ability to work independently. Skill in generating and analyzing financial and statistical reports. Skill in communicating effectively, orally and in writing. Skill in using computers and related software applications. Skill in performing quantitative analysis. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or TTY (512) 974-2445. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in a field related to Finance, Accounting, or Economics plus five (5) years' experience in a related field. A Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration or other relevant field may be substituted for 2 years' experience. A five (5) year accounting (MAcy) degree or CPA designation may be substituted for 1 years' experience. Do you meet these requirements? Yes No * Please describe how you meet these minimum qualifications. Please detail how you meet the educational requirements, account for the years of related experience, and explain any substitutions of experience for education, or vice-versa (if applicable). Indicate the position(s) listed on your application that support(s) your answer. (Open Ended Question) * This position is scheduled to work forty (40) hours per week. Can you be available to work additional hours, if required to meet business needs? Yes No * How many years of Accounting or Finance experience do you have? Less than 2 years 2-3 years 3-4 years 4-5 years 5+ years * Describe your experience in the accounting or financial fields (including years of experience), and indicate the position(s) listed on your application that support(s) your answer. (Open Ended Question) * How many years of experience do you have with financial forecasting and budgeting? Less than one (1) year One (1) to three (3) years Three (3) to five (5) years Five (5) or more years * Describe your experience with financial forecast & budgeting, to include spending, planning and accounting, and indicate the position(s) listed on your application that support(s) your answer. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience in research and providing guidance on federal and state legislation, regulations, and standards, and indicate the position(s) listed on your application that support(s) your answer. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience reviewing and providing feedback on work prepared by other team members. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience working with City of Austin accounting systems, including AIMS, eCOMBS, and Microstrategy, or similar complex and interrelated governmental accounting systems. (Open Ended Question) * Please describe your experience working for a utility or other similarly regulated entity. (Open Ended Question) * Which of the following best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Excel? Basic: create/edit simple spreadsheets, sort data, enter formulas Intermediate: create/edit spreadsheets, create charts/graphs from spreadsheet data, hide and unhide rows/columns, use basic functions such as SUM, AVERAGE, and COUNT Advanced: develop complex spreadsheets, create charts/graphs/tables, import data from external databases, use AutoFilter to analyze data, use complex functions/formulas for math & logic equations Limited or no MS Excel experience, but proficiency with another spreadsheet application such as Lotus 1-2-3 or Apple Numbers No experience with Microsoft Excel * If identified as a top candidate, do you agree to a Criminal Background Investigation (CBI)? Yes No * Were you referred to this opportunity by an Austin Water employee? If yes, please provide the employee's full name. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
County of Alameda
Financial Analyst, Zone 7
Alameda County Livermore, California, United States
Introduction THIS IS A NEW ASSEMBLED EXAMINATION. The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year, but can be extended. Applications must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Supplemental Questionnaire: A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Failure to submit the Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. Applications will only be accepted on-line. DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY Zone 7 Water Agency supplies treated drinking water to retailers serving approximately 240,000 residents and businesses in Pleasanton, Livermore, Dublin and, through special agreement with the Dublin San Ramon Services District, the Dougherty Valley area of San Ramon. Zone 7 also supplies untreated irrigation water (mostly to vineyards) and provides flood protection to eastern Alameda County. For more information regarding the Alameda County Flood Control and Water Conservation District, Zone 7, please visit their website at http://www.zone7water.com . THE POSITION Under general direction, to develop, interpret, and implement financial concepts for financial planning, and preparation of the annual budget; to plan, organize, and conduct financial studies and analysis; to recommends and assist with the implementation of policy, procedure and system modifications; perform relate analysis, to assist by providing financial support within the Administration Services Division, Zone 7, and perform other duties as required. Please CLICK HERE for the full job description. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate has experience with a proven track record of success that demonstrates knowledge, skills and abilities in the following areas: Knowledge of and experience with financial analysis in a water agency or public agency, including: developing rates and charges, developing and administering operational and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) budgets, cash management and cash flow analysis, financial reporting and modeling and performing complex and technical analyses on debt issuances and refinances. Understands and applies Agency, County and other governmental rules and regulations affecting Agency financial systems functions. Maintains focus and intensity and remains optimistic and persistent, even under adversity. Uses resources to identify problems, solve them, act decisively, and shows good judgment in decision making. Takes ownership of work done and results accomplished. Adept at working with multiple software systems and proficient with MS Excel, 10-key and web-based resources. Effectively presents and receives information and concepts, in both written and oral formats. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education : Equivalent to graduation from a four-year accredited college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, or a field related to the work. (Additional professional or paraprofessional administrative services experience may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.) AND Experience : Equivalent to three years professional level experience in independently providing complex budgetary, financial analysis, or information systems services, including planning, organizing, and conducting high level administrative organizational or related studies. Utility financial management is desired. License : Possession of a valid California Driver's License. NOTE : The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of : Finance policies, practices, and systems. Practices and techniques of administrative and statistical analysis and reports preparation. Principles of budgetary and financial management, report preparation, analysis, forecasting, and control. Principles of public administration inducing general general knowledge of the water industry and utility rate making. Budgetary, financial cost/expense monitoring, and cash analysis. Financial modeling and forecasting techniques. Methods and techniques of procurement and contract administration. Office administrative practices and procedures, including records management and the operation of standard office equipment. Pertinent local, State and Federal laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations. Principles of legislative analysis and interpretation. Legal system, court system, and litigation system, including discovery, court hearings, settlement negotiations, and legal strategies. Ability to : Plan, design, and conduct operational, management and related studies and analyses, examine alternatives, and recommend solutions. Research, compile and summarize varied information, evaluate alternatives, reach sound conclusion and recommend solutions. Perform budgetary, financial cost/expense analyses. Financially model and forecast budget, cash flow, and debt service scenarios. Prepare clear and accurate reports, correspondences, procedures, policies and other written materials. Organize and prioritize work and meet critical deadlines. Exercise sound independent judgement within establish policies and guidelines. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations, technical written materials, and Agency policies and procedures. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS The examination will consist of the following steps: A review of candidates' application to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. A review of the supplemental questionnaire to determine the best qualified. An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidates' final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. Candidates must attain a qualifying rating on each portion of this recruitment. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED EXAMINATION STEPS. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN Deadline for Filing: 5:00 p.m., Friday, December 27, 2019 Review of Minimum Qualifications: January 23, 2020 Review of Supplemental Questionnaire for Best Qualified: January 23, 2020 Oral Interviews Thursday, February 13, 2020 *If designated as a combined oral examination/hiring interview, in addition to establishing an eligibility list, the oral interviews may serve as the final selection interview for vacancies in this classification. Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statutes. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing . Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 11 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Management Paid Leave** Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. ** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @acgov.org and alamedacountyHR@acgov.org as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the 'My applications' button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box alamedacountyHR@acgov.org are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the bulletin for the recruitment for which you have applied. Monique Hill, Personnel Services Manager Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 208-4841 or email Monique.hill@acgov.org www.acgov.org/hrs Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.Closing Date/Time: 12/27/2019 5:00:00 PM
Nov 23, 2019
Full Time
Introduction THIS IS A NEW ASSEMBLED EXAMINATION. The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year, but can be extended. Applications must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Supplemental Questionnaire: A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Failure to submit the Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. Applications will only be accepted on-line. DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY Zone 7 Water Agency supplies treated drinking water to retailers serving approximately 240,000 residents and businesses in Pleasanton, Livermore, Dublin and, through special agreement with the Dublin San Ramon Services District, the Dougherty Valley area of San Ramon. Zone 7 also supplies untreated irrigation water (mostly to vineyards) and provides flood protection to eastern Alameda County. For more information regarding the Alameda County Flood Control and Water Conservation District, Zone 7, please visit their website at http://www.zone7water.com . THE POSITION Under general direction, to develop, interpret, and implement financial concepts for financial planning, and preparation of the annual budget; to plan, organize, and conduct financial studies and analysis; to recommends and assist with the implementation of policy, procedure and system modifications; perform relate analysis, to assist by providing financial support within the Administration Services Division, Zone 7, and perform other duties as required. Please CLICK HERE for the full job description. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate has experience with a proven track record of success that demonstrates knowledge, skills and abilities in the following areas: Knowledge of and experience with financial analysis in a water agency or public agency, including: developing rates and charges, developing and administering operational and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) budgets, cash management and cash flow analysis, financial reporting and modeling and performing complex and technical analyses on debt issuances and refinances. Understands and applies Agency, County and other governmental rules and regulations affecting Agency financial systems functions. Maintains focus and intensity and remains optimistic and persistent, even under adversity. Uses resources to identify problems, solve them, act decisively, and shows good judgment in decision making. Takes ownership of work done and results accomplished. Adept at working with multiple software systems and proficient with MS Excel, 10-key and web-based resources. Effectively presents and receives information and concepts, in both written and oral formats. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education : Equivalent to graduation from a four-year accredited college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, or a field related to the work. (Additional professional or paraprofessional administrative services experience may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.) AND Experience : Equivalent to three years professional level experience in independently providing complex budgetary, financial analysis, or information systems services, including planning, organizing, and conducting high level administrative organizational or related studies. Utility financial management is desired. License : Possession of a valid California Driver's License. NOTE : The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of : Finance policies, practices, and systems. Practices and techniques of administrative and statistical analysis and reports preparation. Principles of budgetary and financial management, report preparation, analysis, forecasting, and control. Principles of public administration inducing general general knowledge of the water industry and utility rate making. Budgetary, financial cost/expense monitoring, and cash analysis. Financial modeling and forecasting techniques. Methods and techniques of procurement and contract administration. Office administrative practices and procedures, including records management and the operation of standard office equipment. Pertinent local, State and Federal laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations. Principles of legislative analysis and interpretation. Legal system, court system, and litigation system, including discovery, court hearings, settlement negotiations, and legal strategies. Ability to : Plan, design, and conduct operational, management and related studies and analyses, examine alternatives, and recommend solutions. Research, compile and summarize varied information, evaluate alternatives, reach sound conclusion and recommend solutions. Perform budgetary, financial cost/expense analyses. Financially model and forecast budget, cash flow, and debt service scenarios. Prepare clear and accurate reports, correspondences, procedures, policies and other written materials. Organize and prioritize work and meet critical deadlines. Exercise sound independent judgement within establish policies and guidelines. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations, technical written materials, and Agency policies and procedures. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS The examination will consist of the following steps: A review of candidates' application to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. A review of the supplemental questionnaire to determine the best qualified. An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidates' final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. Candidates must attain a qualifying rating on each portion of this recruitment. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED EXAMINATION STEPS. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN Deadline for Filing: 5:00 p.m., Friday, December 27, 2019 Review of Minimum Qualifications: January 23, 2020 Review of Supplemental Questionnaire for Best Qualified: January 23, 2020 Oral Interviews Thursday, February 13, 2020 *If designated as a combined oral examination/hiring interview, in addition to establishing an eligibility list, the oral interviews may serve as the final selection interview for vacancies in this classification. Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statutes. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing . Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 11 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Management Paid Leave** Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. ** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @acgov.org and alamedacountyHR@acgov.org as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the 'My applications' button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box alamedacountyHR@acgov.org are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the bulletin for the recruitment for which you have applied. Monique Hill, Personnel Services Manager Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 208-4841 or email Monique.hill@acgov.org www.acgov.org/hrs Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.Closing Date/Time: 12/27/2019 5:00:00 PM
San Francisco International Airport
5241 Engineer (Mechanical)
San Francisco International Airport San Francisco, California, United States
Introduction Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this announcement may close at any time after 5:00 p.m. on May 18, 2018. The Department SFO is a world-class, award-winning airport that served more than 55 million guests in 2017. SFO offers non-stop flights to 45 international cities on 45 international carriers. The Bay Area's largest airport also connects non-stop with 83 U.S. cities on 13 domestic airlines. In fiscal year 16/17, the Airport, an enterprise department of the City & County of San Francisco, accounted for $8.4 billion in business activity and supported over 42,800 direct jobs. SFO's mission is to provide an exceptional airport in service to our communities and is committed to redefining air travel. SFO has embarked on the renovation of Terminal 1, the largest capital project in the Airport's $7.3 billion Ascent Program. For more information, visit www.flysfo.com . View a video about careers at SFO . Appointment Type Permanent Exempt (PEX), this position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer. Duration of this permanent- exempt appointment not to exceed 36 months. Position Description Under general direction, performs difficult and responsible professional engineering work in the field and office; and supervises and manages professional and technical engineering staff, consultants, and other related staff engaged for the following projects: Sewer System Improvement Project, New Water Mains Project, Superbay Hangar Renovation Projects, and West of Bayshore Water Main Improvement Project. The essential functions of this position include: Supervises professional and technical engineering personnel, including consultants, in the preparation of engineering studies, reports, designs, calculations, cost estimates, specifications, and contract documents for a wide variety of routine projects concerned with the construction, maintenance or operation of buildings, building mechanical systems, and underground utilities and waste water treatment facilities; and reviews federal, regional and local legislation affecting engineering work. Interviews, selects, trains, monitors, evaluates and counsels staff in accordance with memoranda of understanding and Civil Service Rules. Prepares and supervises the preparation of documents, including advertisement for bids, instructions to bidders, detailed specifications, and contract bonds; reviews and analyzes bids for conformance with specifications and for approval of final awarding of bids; negotiates contracts and contract modifications; and resolves claims and disputes. Supervises and monitors the inspection of a wide variety of major and complex engineering projects; organizes and supervises the activities of field inspection staff. Prepares engineering designs, drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with requirements and project objectives; prepares cost estimates of labor, equipment, and materials; performs difficult engineering calculations. Reviews requests for proposals and bids to ensure that the work is accurate and completed timely and efficiently; analyzes work load and budgets; assigns work for a group of engineers and technicians to meet project demands on specific engineering projects. Analyzes and solves complex Facility Mechanical engineering and process related problems, which may also include, water/wastewater treatment, environmental, Utility and electrical system infrastructure. Writes, reviews, and/or approves departmental correspondence, legislation, reports and other related documents. Conducts meetings and makes presentations to staff, committees, boards, commissions, approval agencies, and the general public. Performs other duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Five (5) years of verifiable professional Mechanical Engineering experience, which includes two (2) years experience equivalent to City and County of San Francisco class 5207 Associate Engineer as a licensed Professional Engineer in the specialty you are applying for; AND Possession of a current Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California in Mechanical Engineering. Note: Candidates licensed in other states, who otherwise meet the minimum requirements of this announcement, but do not possess the required California license, may file for this recruitment, and if successful, must present the required California license prior to hire. Desirable Qualifications The stated desirable qualifications may be used to identify job finalists at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred to hiring. Experience in Facility Mechanical Engineering, project development, planning, design, and project delivery in public works. Also, experience working and coordinating with facility maintenance and operations. Experience in construction support, cost estimating, inspections, commissioning, building codes, and change management in public works including obtaining environmental permits and building permits. Experience in design leadership, staff development, master planning, system integration, design coordination, and stakeholder engagement. More specifically, experience with multi-discipline design projects, team coordination, and collaboration highly desired. Experience in design and engineering in HVAC, Plumbing, Utility Infrastructure, and fire protection using REVIT. Desirable facilities design experience include retail shopping, assembly areas, restaurant maintenance hangars, power stations, data centers, office space, and fire stations, and data centers. Desirable design and operations of utility systems include water, sanitary sewer, storm drains, and industrial waste. Experience in sustainable building design, energy efficiency, net zero, energy models, energy management controls, LEED AP, high performance building design, Net Zero, and commissioning processes for new and existing facilities. Experience in contract management, Unifier, cost controls, and change management process. Highly desirable if experience in capital planning and facility maintenance support as well as development of new processes and policies for contracts and quality control and quality assurance. Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted. One year full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40 hour work week). Any overtime hours that you work above 40 hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full-time employment. How To Apply Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Visit www.jobaps.com/sf to register an account (if you have not already done so) and begin the application process. Select the desired job announcement Select "Apply" and read and acknowledge the information Select either "I am a New User" if you have not previously registered, or "I have Registered Previously" Follow instructions on the screen Computers are available for the public (from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday) to file online applications in the lobby of the Dept. of Human Resources at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor, San Francisco. Applicants may be contacted by email about this announcement and, therefore, it is their responsibility to ensure that their registered email address is accurate and kept up-to-date. Also, applicants must ensure that email from CCSF is not blocked on their computer by a spam filter. To prevent blocking, applicants should set up their email to accept CCSF mail from the following addresses (@sfgov.org, @sfdpw.org, @sfport.com, @flysfo.com, @sfwater.org, @sfdph.org, @asianart.org, @sfmta.com). Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received. All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications. Applications completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility, disqualification or may lead to lower scores. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the exam analyst, Regina Soo, by telephone at 650-821-2080, or by email at regina.soo@flysfo.com. Resumes may be attached to the application; however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application. Verification Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found here. Verification of qualifying experience, when requested, must be documented on the employer's business letterhead and must include the name of the applicant, job title(s), dates of employment, description of job duties performed, and signature of the employer or the employer's authorized representative. Experience claimed in self-employment will only be accepted if supported by documents verifying income, earnings, business license and experience comparable to minimum qualifications above. Copies of income tax papers or other documents listing occupation and total earnings must be submitted. Employees of the City and County of San Francisco may submit performance evaluations showing duties performed to verify qualifying City experience. City employees will receive credit for the duties of the class to which appointed. Credit for experience obtained outside of the employee's class will be allowed only if recorded in accordance with the provisions of Civil Service Commission Rules. Verification may be waived if impossible to obtain. The applicant must submit a signed statement explaining why verification cannot be obtained. Waiver requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Failure to provide the required verification, or request for waiver when requested may result in rejection of application. Note : 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. Make sure your application and any attachments to the application submitted at the time of filing are complete and accurate and include details on all experience, education, training and other information that qualifies you for this recruitment. Failure to submit a complete and accurate application at the time of filing may result in your ineligibility for this recruitment or inability to receive full credit for scoring purposes. Any new information concerning work experience, education, training and other information that is submitted after the filing deadline may not be used for scoring or considered to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications. Selection Procedures The selection process will include evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the interview. Depending on the number of applicants, the Department may establish and implement additional screening mechanisms to comparatively evaluate the qualifications of candidates. If this becomes necessary, only those applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the Department will be invited to participate in the oral/performance interview. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Security Clearance Candidates for employment with the San Francisco Airport Commission are required to undergo a criminal history record check, including FBI fingerprints, and Security Threat Assessment in order to determine eligibility for security clearance and may be required to undergo drug/alcohol screening. Per Civil Service Commission Rule Section 110.9.1, every applicant for an examination must possess and maintain the qualifications required by law and by the examination announcement for the examination. Failure to obtain and maintain security clearance may be basis for termination from employment with the Airport Commission. Customs Clearance This position requires that the incumbent be qualified for unescorted access to the San Francisco International Airport U.S. Customs Security Area. An application for a U.S. Custom Access Seal may be submitted to Customs ONLY after employment has commenced. Employment in this position requires that the incumbent submit an application for, successfully acquire and maintain a Customs Access Seal. Per Civil Service Commission Rule 110.9.1, every applicant must possess and maintain the qualifications required by law and by the examination announcement for this examination. Failure to acquire or maintain customs access, a requirement for this position, may be basis for termination from employment with the Airport Commission. Customs Access Seal requirements and procedures are located in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 19, Part 122, Sections 181 or 189. Conviction History As a finalist for a job, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction (or arrest, in limited circumstances) conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you are a finalist. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances, such as: Candidates applying for positions with the Unified School District and the Community College District may be disqualified from consideration should their conviction history not meet the standards established under the California Education Code. Candidates applying for positions with the Recreation and Park Department may be disqualified from consideration should their conviction history not meet the standards established under California Public Resources Code 5164. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. If you are selected as a finalist, the hiring department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. Disaster Service Workers All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. Conclusion Reasonable Accommodation Request Applicants with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation for this examination can find information on requesting a reasonable accommodation here . Copies of Application Documents Applicants are advised to keep copies of all documents submitted. Submitted documents become a permanent part of the exam record and will not be returned. The hiring department may require applicants to submit the same documents and/or additional documents at a later date. Right to Work All persons entering the City and County of San Francisco workforce are required to provide verification of authorization to work in the United States. General Information Concerning City and County of San Francisco Employment Policies and Procedures Important employment information for the City and County of San Francisco can be obtained online here or hard copy at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor. Terms of Announcement Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations. Clerical errors may be corrected by the posting the correction on the Department of Human Resources website at www.jobaps.com/sf . Issued: 5/4/18 Micki Callahan Human Resources Director Department of Human Resources Recruitment ID #: 085671 AIR/RS/650-821-2080 Benefits All employees hired on or after January 10, 2009 will be required (pursuant to San Francisco Charter Section A8.432) to contribute 2% of pre-tax compensation to fund retiree healthcare. In addition, most employees are required to make a member contribution towards retirement, ranging from 7.5%-13.25% of compensation. For more information on these provisions, please contact the personnel office of the hiring agency. For more information about benefits, please click here . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 23, 2019
Introduction Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this announcement may close at any time after 5:00 p.m. on May 18, 2018. The Department SFO is a world-class, award-winning airport that served more than 55 million guests in 2017. SFO offers non-stop flights to 45 international cities on 45 international carriers. The Bay Area's largest airport also connects non-stop with 83 U.S. cities on 13 domestic airlines. In fiscal year 16/17, the Airport, an enterprise department of the City & County of San Francisco, accounted for $8.4 billion in business activity and supported over 42,800 direct jobs. SFO's mission is to provide an exceptional airport in service to our communities and is committed to redefining air travel. SFO has embarked on the renovation of Terminal 1, the largest capital project in the Airport's $7.3 billion Ascent Program. For more information, visit www.flysfo.com . View a video about careers at SFO . Appointment Type Permanent Exempt (PEX), this position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer. Duration of this permanent- exempt appointment not to exceed 36 months. Position Description Under general direction, performs difficult and responsible professional engineering work in the field and office; and supervises and manages professional and technical engineering staff, consultants, and other related staff engaged for the following projects: Sewer System Improvement Project, New Water Mains Project, Superbay Hangar Renovation Projects, and West of Bayshore Water Main Improvement Project. The essential functions of this position include: Supervises professional and technical engineering personnel, including consultants, in the preparation of engineering studies, reports, designs, calculations, cost estimates, specifications, and contract documents for a wide variety of routine projects concerned with the construction, maintenance or operation of buildings, building mechanical systems, and underground utilities and waste water treatment facilities; and reviews federal, regional and local legislation affecting engineering work. Interviews, selects, trains, monitors, evaluates and counsels staff in accordance with memoranda of understanding and Civil Service Rules. Prepares and supervises the preparation of documents, including advertisement for bids, instructions to bidders, detailed specifications, and contract bonds; reviews and analyzes bids for conformance with specifications and for approval of final awarding of bids; negotiates contracts and contract modifications; and resolves claims and disputes. Supervises and monitors the inspection of a wide variety of major and complex engineering projects; organizes and supervises the activities of field inspection staff. Prepares engineering designs, drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with requirements and project objectives; prepares cost estimates of labor, equipment, and materials; performs difficult engineering calculations. Reviews requests for proposals and bids to ensure that the work is accurate and completed timely and efficiently; analyzes work load and budgets; assigns work for a group of engineers and technicians to meet project demands on specific engineering projects. Analyzes and solves complex Facility Mechanical engineering and process related problems, which may also include, water/wastewater treatment, environmental, Utility and electrical system infrastructure. Writes, reviews, and/or approves departmental correspondence, legislation, reports and other related documents. Conducts meetings and makes presentations to staff, committees, boards, commissions, approval agencies, and the general public. Performs other duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Five (5) years of verifiable professional Mechanical Engineering experience, which includes two (2) years experience equivalent to City and County of San Francisco class 5207 Associate Engineer as a licensed Professional Engineer in the specialty you are applying for; AND Possession of a current Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California in Mechanical Engineering. Note: Candidates licensed in other states, who otherwise meet the minimum requirements of this announcement, but do not possess the required California license, may file for this recruitment, and if successful, must present the required California license prior to hire. Desirable Qualifications The stated desirable qualifications may be used to identify job finalists at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred to hiring. Experience in Facility Mechanical Engineering, project development, planning, design, and project delivery in public works. Also, experience working and coordinating with facility maintenance and operations. Experience in construction support, cost estimating, inspections, commissioning, building codes, and change management in public works including obtaining environmental permits and building permits. Experience in design leadership, staff development, master planning, system integration, design coordination, and stakeholder engagement. More specifically, experience with multi-discipline design projects, team coordination, and collaboration highly desired. Experience in design and engineering in HVAC, Plumbing, Utility Infrastructure, and fire protection using REVIT. Desirable facilities design experience include retail shopping, assembly areas, restaurant maintenance hangars, power stations, data centers, office space, and fire stations, and data centers. Desirable design and operations of utility systems include water, sanitary sewer, storm drains, and industrial waste. Experience in sustainable building design, energy efficiency, net zero, energy models, energy management controls, LEED AP, high performance building design, Net Zero, and commissioning processes for new and existing facilities. Experience in contract management, Unifier, cost controls, and change management process. Highly desirable if experience in capital planning and facility maintenance support as well as development of new processes and policies for contracts and quality control and quality assurance. Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted. One year full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40 hour work week). Any overtime hours that you work above 40 hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full-time employment. How To Apply Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Visit www.jobaps.com/sf to register an account (if you have not already done so) and begin the application process. Select the desired job announcement Select "Apply" and read and acknowledge the information Select either "I am a New User" if you have not previously registered, or "I have Registered Previously" Follow instructions on the screen Computers are available for the public (from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday) to file online applications in the lobby of the Dept. of Human Resources at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor, San Francisco. Applicants may be contacted by email about this announcement and, therefore, it is their responsibility to ensure that their registered email address is accurate and kept up-to-date. Also, applicants must ensure that email from CCSF is not blocked on their computer by a spam filter. To prevent blocking, applicants should set up their email to accept CCSF mail from the following addresses (@sfgov.org, @sfdpw.org, @sfport.com, @flysfo.com, @sfwater.org, @sfdph.org, @asianart.org, @sfmta.com). Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received. All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications. Applications completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility, disqualification or may lead to lower scores. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the exam analyst, Regina Soo, by telephone at 650-821-2080, or by email at regina.soo@flysfo.com. Resumes may be attached to the application; however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application. Verification Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found here. Verification of qualifying experience, when requested, must be documented on the employer's business letterhead and must include the name of the applicant, job title(s), dates of employment, description of job duties performed, and signature of the employer or the employer's authorized representative. Experience claimed in self-employment will only be accepted if supported by documents verifying income, earnings, business license and experience comparable to minimum qualifications above. Copies of income tax papers or other documents listing occupation and total earnings must be submitted. Employees of the City and County of San Francisco may submit performance evaluations showing duties performed to verify qualifying City experience. City employees will receive credit for the duties of the class to which appointed. Credit for experience obtained outside of the employee's class will be allowed only if recorded in accordance with the provisions of Civil Service Commission Rules. Verification may be waived if impossible to obtain. The applicant must submit a signed statement explaining why verification cannot be obtained. Waiver requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Failure to provide the required verification, or request for waiver when requested may result in rejection of application. Note : 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. Make sure your application and any attachments to the application submitted at the time of filing are complete and accurate and include details on all experience, education, training and other information that qualifies you for this recruitment. Failure to submit a complete and accurate application at the time of filing may result in your ineligibility for this recruitment or inability to receive full credit for scoring purposes. Any new information concerning work experience, education, training and other information that is submitted after the filing deadline may not be used for scoring or considered to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications. Selection Procedures The selection process will include evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the interview. Depending on the number of applicants, the Department may establish and implement additional screening mechanisms to comparatively evaluate the qualifications of candidates. If this becomes necessary, only those applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the Department will be invited to participate in the oral/performance interview. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Security Clearance Candidates for employment with the San Francisco Airport Commission are required to undergo a criminal history record check, including FBI fingerprints, and Security Threat Assessment in order to determine eligibility for security clearance and may be required to undergo drug/alcohol screening. Per Civil Service Commission Rule Section 110.9.1, every applicant for an examination must possess and maintain the qualifications required by law and by the examination announcement for the examination. Failure to obtain and maintain security clearance may be basis for termination from employment with the Airport Commission. Customs Clearance This position requires that the incumbent be qualified for unescorted access to the San Francisco International Airport U.S. Customs Security Area. An application for a U.S. Custom Access Seal may be submitted to Customs ONLY after employment has commenced. Employment in this position requires that the incumbent submit an application for, successfully acquire and maintain a Customs Access Seal. Per Civil Service Commission Rule 110.9.1, every applicant must possess and maintain the qualifications required by law and by the examination announcement for this examination. Failure to acquire or maintain customs access, a requirement for this position, may be basis for termination from employment with the Airport Commission. Customs Access Seal requirements and procedures are located in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 19, Part 122, Sections 181 or 189. Conviction History As a finalist for a job, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction (or arrest, in limited circumstances) conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you are a finalist. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances, such as: Candidates applying for positions with the Unified School District and the Community College District may be disqualified from consideration should their conviction history not meet the standards established under the California Education Code. Candidates applying for positions with the Recreation and Park Department may be disqualified from consideration should their conviction history not meet the standards established under California Public Resources Code 5164. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. If you are selected as a finalist, the hiring department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. Disaster Service Workers All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. Conclusion Reasonable Accommodation Request Applicants with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation for this examination can find information on requesting a reasonable accommodation here . Copies of Application Documents Applicants are advised to keep copies of all documents submitted. Submitted documents become a permanent part of the exam record and will not be returned. The hiring department may require applicants to submit the same documents and/or additional documents at a later date. Right to Work All persons entering the City and County of San Francisco workforce are required to provide verification of authorization to work in the United States. General Information Concerning City and County of San Francisco Employment Policies and Procedures Important employment information for the City and County of San Francisco can be obtained online here or hard copy at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor. Terms of Announcement Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations. Clerical errors may be corrected by the posting the correction on the Department of Human Resources website at www.jobaps.com/sf . Issued: 5/4/18 Micki Callahan Human Resources Director Department of Human Resources Recruitment ID #: 085671 AIR/RS/650-821-2080 Benefits All employees hired on or after January 10, 2009 will be required (pursuant to San Francisco Charter Section A8.432) to contribute 2% of pre-tax compensation to fund retiree healthcare. In addition, most employees are required to make a member contribution towards retirement, ranging from 7.5%-13.25% of compensation. For more information on these provisions, please contact the personnel office of the hiring agency. For more information about benefits, please click here . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Administrative Trainee (Recruitment 62909)
Pomona 3801 West Temple Avenue, Pomona, CA 91768, USA
Description: Type of Appointment: Full-time, Temporary Collective Bargaining Unit: California State University Employees Union - Unit 9 Classification Salary Range: $2,864 - $5,186 per month Anticipated Hiring Range: $2,864 - $3,638 per month Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Summer Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Recruitment Closing Date: December 23, 2019 *This recruitment is a 12-month temporary position. THE DEPARTMENT Facilities Planning and Management (FP&M) serves as the lead organization for planning, developing, and maintaining the campus' natural and built environments in support of the university's mission. The department seeks to preserve and enhance CPP's history, aesthetics, physical assets, and natural ecosystems through coordinated planning, design, and construction of buildings, roads, infrastructure, landscaping and other physical improvements. As an advocate on behalf of the university and its auxiliaries, FPM strives to provide facilities that meet scope, budget, operational needs and functional requirements. FPM is comprised of approximately 200 facilities professionals (FTE) that also provides maintenance services including custodial services, landscaping, recycling, building and mechanical trades, energy and utility management, fleet and auto services. The workforce is culturally diverse and multilingual. Its composition includes full time staff throughout FPM who are also earning their degrees and many whom have graduated from Cal Poly Pomona. The staff includes licensed architects and engineers, accountants, planners, project managers, administrative staff, carpenters, plumbers, locksmiths, painters, electricians, landscape architects, computer technicians, custodians and other building and mechanical trade technicians. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Administrative Trainee will assist in preparing building, site, utility or campus related drawings in various electronic and non-electronic formats; CAD drawings shall comply with CSU CAD standards; drawings may include construction documentation for small projects for either new construction or alterations to existing facilities prepared from rough notes or sketches; assist in updating graphic information, document changes to buildings or campus; including the master plan and related construction projects; assist in maintaining building plans to show correct plan configurations; provide assistance in preparing and maintaining CAD based architectural, mechanical and electronic floor plans of existing campus buildings; perform field verifications of existing or "as-built" conditions; assist in updating and maintaining campus' Space and Facilities Database (SFDB) by auditing existing conditions, tracking space changes, and validating space data to the system database; assist in maintaining campus database by reviewing changes in occupancy or use; assist in calculating current and future space entitlements utilizing SUAM or industry standards for colleges; assist in evaluating campus space utilization, space assignment, present and future space needs, classification, and other space related issues; as requested, work with Academic Affairs to coordinate space usage as recorded in the Academic Planning Database (APDB) and update the SFDB to reconcile differences; assist in researching and the preparing recommendations relating to campus space policies and procedures for review by the Senior Planner of Facilities Planning, Design and Construction (FPD&C); assist in drafting reports and studies for review relating to the Space Management Planning Committee; under immediate supervision of Senior Planner, assist in researching and reporting occupancy changes and field survey campus facilities to determine ownership, classification, and capacity for state and non-state facilities; assist in preparing background data for management's use, such as square footage or other required information via field visits or blueprints; as requested, extract reports from facilities databases; work closely with the Senior Planner, ensure the accuracy of the space documentation with building record drawings; assist in updating and maintaining the campus ASF/FTE model of instruction capacity. The incumbent will also assist in interfacing with campus and consultant users of CAD; assist in providing graphic support in the development of reports, studies, or presentations prepared by Facilities Planning Design & Construction staff, including the campus master plan; this would include assistance in manipulation of electronic graphic material to enable incorporation or insertion into large or small format documents including file electronic formats for CAD, illustration or photo software, graphs, charts, text, etc.; this position will assist in utilizing, coordinating, and maintaining applicable databases and software, such as SFDB, TMA, and Peoplesoft to ensure that accurate information is available for Space Management Analyst I Technician; assist in drafting studies, reports, and other information concerning campus space and land records; utilize e-mail, electronic scheduling, word processing, spreadsheets, and basic graphic application software; routine archive campus documents, including drawing, specifications, and warranties for campus structures and infrastructure systems; assist in maintaining electronic archives including "as-built" drawings, drawing files, studies, reports, project manuals including specifications, operating and maintenance manuals, etc.; assist in providing requested electronic data or prints to Consultants, Project Managers, Planning Staff, Facilities Trades and other authorized users or requestors; basic transmit and download information to and from consultants or other sources via e-mail, internet web sites, or ftp sites. Oversee student assistants; and keep DRC clean and organized. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree is required. Familiarity with and understanding of current social, economic, and scientific developments and trends; working knowledge of methods and problems of organization, administration, and management; working knowledge of research techniques and simple statistics; ability to collect and compile a wide variety of standardized data; ability to identify and obtain information from outside resources; ability to reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate procedural recommendations; ability to read comprehensively; ability to participate effectively in conferences and interviews; ability to speak effectively and write in clear, concise form; ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Urban and Regional Planning is preferred. BACKGROUND CHECK A background check must satisfactorily be completed before a candidate can be offered this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for this position. The background check consists of the following: Employment verification, education verification, reference checks, and checks of the following systems and databases: National Social Security Number/Address Locator, Felony/Misdemeanor, National Criminal Database, Federal Criminal, Department of Motor Vehicles, and National Sex Offender Registry. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Cal Poly Pomona is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. The university subscribes to all state and federal regulations and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, and covered veteran status. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Cal Poly Pomona hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), the Cal Poly Pomona Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at: http://dsa.cpp.edu/police/securityreport.asp CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. http://www.calstate.edu/eo/EO-1083.html Closing Date/Time: December 23, 2019
Dec 10, 2019
Full Time
Description: Type of Appointment: Full-time, Temporary Collective Bargaining Unit: California State University Employees Union - Unit 9 Classification Salary Range: $2,864 - $5,186 per month Anticipated Hiring Range: $2,864 - $3,638 per month Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Summer Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Recruitment Closing Date: December 23, 2019 *This recruitment is a 12-month temporary position. THE DEPARTMENT Facilities Planning and Management (FP&M) serves as the lead organization for planning, developing, and maintaining the campus' natural and built environments in support of the university's mission. The department seeks to preserve and enhance CPP's history, aesthetics, physical assets, and natural ecosystems through coordinated planning, design, and construction of buildings, roads, infrastructure, landscaping and other physical improvements. As an advocate on behalf of the university and its auxiliaries, FPM strives to provide facilities that meet scope, budget, operational needs and functional requirements. FPM is comprised of approximately 200 facilities professionals (FTE) that also provides maintenance services including custodial services, landscaping, recycling, building and mechanical trades, energy and utility management, fleet and auto services. The workforce is culturally diverse and multilingual. Its composition includes full time staff throughout FPM who are also earning their degrees and many whom have graduated from Cal Poly Pomona. The staff includes licensed architects and engineers, accountants, planners, project managers, administrative staff, carpenters, plumbers, locksmiths, painters, electricians, landscape architects, computer technicians, custodians and other building and mechanical trade technicians. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Administrative Trainee will assist in preparing building, site, utility or campus related drawings in various electronic and non-electronic formats; CAD drawings shall comply with CSU CAD standards; drawings may include construction documentation for small projects for either new construction or alterations to existing facilities prepared from rough notes or sketches; assist in updating graphic information, document changes to buildings or campus; including the master plan and related construction projects; assist in maintaining building plans to show correct plan configurations; provide assistance in preparing and maintaining CAD based architectural, mechanical and electronic floor plans of existing campus buildings; perform field verifications of existing or "as-built" conditions; assist in updating and maintaining campus' Space and Facilities Database (SFDB) by auditing existing conditions, tracking space changes, and validating space data to the system database; assist in maintaining campus database by reviewing changes in occupancy or use; assist in calculating current and future space entitlements utilizing SUAM or industry standards for colleges; assist in evaluating campus space utilization, space assignment, present and future space needs, classification, and other space related issues; as requested, work with Academic Affairs to coordinate space usage as recorded in the Academic Planning Database (APDB) and update the SFDB to reconcile differences; assist in researching and the preparing recommendations relating to campus space policies and procedures for review by the Senior Planner of Facilities Planning, Design and Construction (FPD&C); assist in drafting reports and studies for review relating to the Space Management Planning Committee; under immediate supervision of Senior Planner, assist in researching and reporting occupancy changes and field survey campus facilities to determine ownership, classification, and capacity for state and non-state facilities; assist in preparing background data for management's use, such as square footage or other required information via field visits or blueprints; as requested, extract reports from facilities databases; work closely with the Senior Planner, ensure the accuracy of the space documentation with building record drawings; assist in updating and maintaining the campus ASF/FTE model of instruction capacity. The incumbent will also assist in interfacing with campus and consultant users of CAD; assist in providing graphic support in the development of reports, studies, or presentations prepared by Facilities Planning Design & Construction staff, including the campus master plan; this would include assistance in manipulation of electronic graphic material to enable incorporation or insertion into large or small format documents including file electronic formats for CAD, illustration or photo software, graphs, charts, text, etc.; this position will assist in utilizing, coordinating, and maintaining applicable databases and software, such as SFDB, TMA, and Peoplesoft to ensure that accurate information is available for Space Management Analyst I Technician; assist in drafting studies, reports, and other information concerning campus space and land records; utilize e-mail, electronic scheduling, word processing, spreadsheets, and basic graphic application software; routine archive campus documents, including drawing, specifications, and warranties for campus structures and infrastructure systems; assist in maintaining electronic archives including "as-built" drawings, drawing files, studies, reports, project manuals including specifications, operating and maintenance manuals, etc.; assist in providing requested electronic data or prints to Consultants, Project Managers, Planning Staff, Facilities Trades and other authorized users or requestors; basic transmit and download information to and from consultants or other sources via e-mail, internet web sites, or ftp sites. Oversee student assistants; and keep DRC clean and organized. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree is required. Familiarity with and understanding of current social, economic, and scientific developments and trends; working knowledge of methods and problems of organization, administration, and management; working knowledge of research techniques and simple statistics; ability to collect and compile a wide variety of standardized data; ability to identify and obtain information from outside resources; ability to reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate procedural recommendations; ability to read comprehensively; ability to participate effectively in conferences and interviews; ability to speak effectively and write in clear, concise form; ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Urban and Regional Planning is preferred. BACKGROUND CHECK A background check must satisfactorily be completed before a candidate can be offered this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for this position. The background check consists of the following: Employment verification, education verification, reference checks, and checks of the following systems and databases: National Social Security Number/Address Locator, Felony/Misdemeanor, National Criminal Database, Federal Criminal, Department of Motor Vehicles, and National Sex Offender Registry. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Cal Poly Pomona is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. The university subscribes to all state and federal regulations and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, and covered veteran status. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Cal Poly Pomona hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), the Cal Poly Pomona Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at: http://dsa.cpp.edu/police/securityreport.asp CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. http://www.calstate.edu/eo/EO-1083.html Closing Date/Time: December 23, 2019
City of Tacoma
EIM Software Development Engineer
City of Tacoma, WA Tacoma, WA, United States
Position Description This multi-year project position (2020-12/31/2022) is responsible for the development and maintenance of the departmental computing and functional systems capability for the Resource Operations & Trading Group, which is a mission critical 24/7 operation. The Resource Operations and Trading Group optimizes Tacoma Power's resource portfolio through efficient, reliable dispatch of generation resources to maximize wholesale energy sales revenue. The wholesale energy trading activities directly impact Tacoma Power's ability to maintain low and stable rates to our customers. Develops new software tools, helps troubleshoot production issues, implements defect fixes, and adds new features with a focus on Tacoma's effort to join the CAISO EIM . The individual within this role may also be called upon to assist in software project quality assurance, business analyst activities and/or other support tasks. As one of the developers on the team, responsible for the systems as used by the business users within Power Management. Needs to be extremely customer focused. Relies on experience, industry best practices for support and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. This role reports to the Power Management Systems Engineering Lead. The Power Management Systems Engineering workgroup is a small team that develops custom software, integrates vendor solutions and supports the technical systems implemented for the power management operations at Tacoma Power. This busy workgroupis often taking on specific technical industry challenges to solve the fast-paced problems emerging in the new energy markets. Responsibilities Include: Design, Implement & Integrate both off-the-shelf and custom software solutions. Track down and resolve software issues Implement application enhancements, change requests Perform project related development tasks (Design, Coding, Testing, etc.) Implement Automated Unit Tests Coordinate with users from different departments and build customer relations Provide system support, track down and resolve issues for business users of Power Management Systems Applications will be reviewed onDecember 26, 2019 for first consideration Qualifications B.S / M.S. in Computer Science / Engineering or equivalent; 7+ years development experience within an enterprise environment; Proven Self-Starter that can dig into nebulous problems and strong customer focus; Strong Design Skills and familiar with SOLID Design Principles; Broad Understanding of Microsoft Technology Stack (WINS); Experience working with .NET using C# - Full Stack, .NET 4.0+; Experience in WCF Soap-Based services (Especially Contract-First Development); Service Oriented Architecture development experience (including SOAP UI); Experience with XML; Experience with SQL Server, Stored Procedures, T-SQL; Experience with SSIS, SSRS, and ETL Processes for Data Scraping, Warehousing and Reporting; Experience working in a team-oriented enterprise software development group; Experience working in both a Waterfall & Agile software development environment; Familiar with industry standard tools for source control and issue tracking such as GIT and JIRA. Desirable Skills & Qualifications Experience working with ETRM systems such as OATI Webtrader, PCI, MCG etc. Experience interfacing with CAISO EIM APIs such as: OMS, BSAP, ALFS, RCBSAP , SIBR and RCEIDE Experience with Soap MTOM and Soap SwA standards NERC/WECC & CIP reliability standards and applicability to Tacoma Power's resource operations and trading functions; Experience working in Operational Environment with 24x7 uptime requirements; Desktop UI Development with WPF/XAML; Web Development with ASP.NET Webforms & MVC, Angular, Bootstrap; Familiarity with GO, Grafana, InfluxDB; Familiarity with Cloud Based Technologies (AWS/Azure) and Linux Experience with RESTful APIs & JSON; Experience with Automated Unit Testing; Experience with .NET CORE. Knowledge & Skills Selection Process & Supplemental Information This recruitment is being managed by Alissa McLain, if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn! City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion One of the primary goals of the Equity and Empowerment Initiative is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play. Tacoma Power Tacoma Power is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve approximately 170,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable,walkablecities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town. The City of Tacoma Tacoma is a mid-sized urban port city that sits along the Puget Sound with a population of nearly 210,000. The third largest city in the state of Washington, it is a diverse, progressive international gateway to the Pacific Rim. Propelled by significant developments such as the University of Washington Tacoma, the Tacoma Link light rail system, the restored urban waterfront of theTheaFossWaterway, the expansions of both theMultiCareand Franciscan health systems, and a significant influx of foreign direct investment in its downtown core, Tacoma has evolved considerably since the1990s. Tacoma boasts the state's highest density of art and history museums, and is home to a flourishing creative community of writers, artists, musicians, photographers, filmmakers, chefs, entrepreneurs, and small business owners who each add their unique flair to the city's vibrant commercial landscape. The iconic Tacoma Dome has endured as a high-demand venue for some of the largest names in the entertainment industry. A magnet for families looking for affordable housing options in the Puget Sound area, Tacoma also draws those who prefer to live in a more urban downtown setting with competitively priced condos and apartments that feature panoramic mountain and water views. Tacoma's natural beauty and proximity to the Puget Sound and Mount Rainier draws hikers, runners, bicyclists, and maritime enthusiasts to the area. Its lively social scene is infused with energy by thousands of students attending the University of Washington Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound, the Evergreen State College Tacoma campus, and Tacoma Community College, as well as a number of local trade and technical colleges. Its prime location - just 20 minutes south of the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, 30 miles north of the state capital in Olympia, and within 10 miles of the U.S. Department of Defense's premier military installation on the West Coast - only adds to Tacoma's desirability. To see a few of the great things Tacoma has to offer, view this YouTube Video! Apply Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position. Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration. Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check. Communication from the City of Tacoma: We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Dec 05, 2019
Full Time
Position Description This multi-year project position (2020-12/31/2022) is responsible for the development and maintenance of the departmental computing and functional systems capability for the Resource Operations & Trading Group, which is a mission critical 24/7 operation. The Resource Operations and Trading Group optimizes Tacoma Power's resource portfolio through efficient, reliable dispatch of generation resources to maximize wholesale energy sales revenue. The wholesale energy trading activities directly impact Tacoma Power's ability to maintain low and stable rates to our customers. Develops new software tools, helps troubleshoot production issues, implements defect fixes, and adds new features with a focus on Tacoma's effort to join the CAISO EIM . The individual within this role may also be called upon to assist in software project quality assurance, business analyst activities and/or other support tasks. As one of the developers on the team, responsible for the systems as used by the business users within Power Management. Needs to be extremely customer focused. Relies on experience, industry best practices for support and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. This role reports to the Power Management Systems Engineering Lead. The Power Management Systems Engineering workgroup is a small team that develops custom software, integrates vendor solutions and supports the technical systems implemented for the power management operations at Tacoma Power. This busy workgroupis often taking on specific technical industry challenges to solve the fast-paced problems emerging in the new energy markets. Responsibilities Include: Design, Implement & Integrate both off-the-shelf and custom software solutions. Track down and resolve software issues Implement application enhancements, change requests Perform project related development tasks (Design, Coding, Testing, etc.) Implement Automated Unit Tests Coordinate with users from different departments and build customer relations Provide system support, track down and resolve issues for business users of Power Management Systems Applications will be reviewed onDecember 26, 2019 for first consideration Qualifications B.S / M.S. in Computer Science / Engineering or equivalent; 7+ years development experience within an enterprise environment; Proven Self-Starter that can dig into nebulous problems and strong customer focus; Strong Design Skills and familiar with SOLID Design Principles; Broad Understanding of Microsoft Technology Stack (WINS); Experience working with .NET using C# - Full Stack, .NET 4.0+; Experience in WCF Soap-Based services (Especially Contract-First Development); Service Oriented Architecture development experience (including SOAP UI); Experience with XML; Experience with SQL Server, Stored Procedures, T-SQL; Experience with SSIS, SSRS, and ETL Processes for Data Scraping, Warehousing and Reporting; Experience working in a team-oriented enterprise software development group; Experience working in both a Waterfall & Agile software development environment; Familiar with industry standard tools for source control and issue tracking such as GIT and JIRA. Desirable Skills & Qualifications Experience working with ETRM systems such as OATI Webtrader, PCI, MCG etc. Experience interfacing with CAISO EIM APIs such as: OMS, BSAP, ALFS, RCBSAP , SIBR and RCEIDE Experience with Soap MTOM and Soap SwA standards NERC/WECC & CIP reliability standards and applicability to Tacoma Power's resource operations and trading functions; Experience working in Operational Environment with 24x7 uptime requirements; Desktop UI Development with WPF/XAML; Web Development with ASP.NET Webforms & MVC, Angular, Bootstrap; Familiarity with GO, Grafana, InfluxDB; Familiarity with Cloud Based Technologies (AWS/Azure) and Linux Experience with RESTful APIs & JSON; Experience with Automated Unit Testing; Experience with .NET CORE. Knowledge & Skills Selection Process & Supplemental Information This recruitment is being managed by Alissa McLain, if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn! City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion One of the primary goals of the Equity and Empowerment Initiative is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play. Tacoma Power Tacoma Power is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve approximately 170,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable,walkablecities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town. The City of Tacoma Tacoma is a mid-sized urban port city that sits along the Puget Sound with a population of nearly 210,000. The third largest city in the state of Washington, it is a diverse, progressive international gateway to the Pacific Rim. Propelled by significant developments such as the University of Washington Tacoma, the Tacoma Link light rail system, the restored urban waterfront of theTheaFossWaterway, the expansions of both theMultiCareand Franciscan health systems, and a significant influx of foreign direct investment in its downtown core, Tacoma has evolved considerably since the1990s. Tacoma boasts the state's highest density of art and history museums, and is home to a flourishing creative community of writers, artists, musicians, photographers, filmmakers, chefs, entrepreneurs, and small business owners who each add their unique flair to the city's vibrant commercial landscape. The iconic Tacoma Dome has endured as a high-demand venue for some of the largest names in the entertainment industry. A magnet for families looking for affordable housing options in the Puget Sound area, Tacoma also draws those who prefer to live in a more urban downtown setting with competitively priced condos and apartments that feature panoramic mountain and water views. Tacoma's natural beauty and proximity to the Puget Sound and Mount Rainier draws hikers, runners, bicyclists, and maritime enthusiasts to the area. Its lively social scene is infused with energy by thousands of students attending the University of Washington Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound, the Evergreen State College Tacoma campus, and Tacoma Community College, as well as a number of local trade and technical colleges. Its prime location - just 20 minutes south of the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, 30 miles north of the state capital in Olympia, and within 10 miles of the U.S. Department of Defense's premier military installation on the West Coast - only adds to Tacoma's desirability. To see a few of the great things Tacoma has to offer, view this YouTube Video! Apply Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position. Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration. Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check. Communication from the City of Tacoma: We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
County of Alameda
Park Maintenance Worker HARD
Alameda County Hayward, California, United States
Introduction YOU MUST BE A HAYWARD AREA RECREATION AND PARK DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEE TO APPLY THE EXAMINATION : THIS IS A NEW PROMOTIONAL ASSEMBLED EXAMINATION. The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year, but can be extended. THE DISTRICT The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, known locally as "H.A.R.D.," is an independent special use district created to provide park and recreation services for over 280,000 residents. Our boundaries encompass a 100 square-mile area, which includes the City of Hayward and the unincorporated communities of Castro Valley, San Lorenzo, Ashland, Cherryland, and Fairview. In 1944, representatives of the City of Hayward, various school districts, and local civic organizations developed a proposal for establishment of the Hayward Area Recreation and Parkway District. When an initiative was placed on the November 7th ballot, the residents voted overwhelmingly for the creation of the District, which was officially formed on December 11, 1944. In 1958, the District changed its name to the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, and has become the largest recreation district in the State of California. Since its creation, the District has provided residents with many beautiful facilities and parks, many of which have received national and state recognition for their design, innovation and beauty, as well as hundreds of educational and recreational classes and programs DESCRIPTION Under general supervision, to care for grounds or park areas, and to do related work as required. Park Maintenance Workers generally work in park areas, keeping playgrounds, ball fields, and other grounds open to public use. The area for which this class is responsible has active use by the public. Park Maintenance Workers are also responsible for minor utility maintenance. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed. 1. Cuts grass with hand or small power mower and weeds grounds; waters lawns, sweeps paths and tennis courts, rakes leaves, and removes refuse; helps plant and trim trees and shrubs. Responsible for turf management, including but not limited to, mowing turf areas; edge and blow; aeration, fertilization, reseeding, sodding and re-sodding. 2. Rakes and cleans picnic sites. 3. Inspects and does minor maintenance and painting of playground equipment. 4. Cleans and disinfects outdoor restrooms and keeps them supplied. 5. Make out work orders and park inspection sheets. 6. Responsible for weed abatement, including but not limited to, applying integrated pest management techniques using biological, mechanical or chemical methods; spraying both pre-emergents and post-emergents (a qualified applicators' certificate is desirable and maintaining fire breaks where needed); use proper safety precautions when handling and/or mixing chemicals for use in and around park areas and facilities; practice proper application techniques with appropriate equipment, i.e., spray tanks and backpacks, 50-gallon and 100-gallon spray tanks, adjust pressure for proper application. 7. Enforces park rules and regulations. 8. Responsible for irrigation management, including but not limited to, troubleshooting and investigating system failures and inadequacies; reading irrigation plans, mapping out and locating systems within parks; setting up and/or adjusting clocks periodically; programming computerized "smart clock" system: monitoring and adjusting for climatic/seasonal changes; understanding of GPM requirements and evapotranspiration of particular plant materials; repairing/replacing sprinkler nozzles, heads, risers and swing joints. 9. Responsible for tree trimming, including but not limited to, operating chainsaws, power pole pruners, lopper pruners, pole pruners and pole saws, hand pruners, maintaining and sharpening to proper operating condition; using proper and safe operating procedures to run chipper. 10. Train hourly, part-time workers and court referrals in "best landscape practices" and personal/public safety. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: A combination of training and experience which demonstrates that a person has obtained the required knowledge and is able to perform the required work (with reasonable accommodation, if needed). A person with the following combined training and experience would typically qualify to compete in a selection process: The equivalent of six (6) months of full time experience in the grounds maintenance field . License: Valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license and a good driving record. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above minimum qualifications in the announcement of the examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Examples of Duties" section of this specification. Knowledge of: • The routine care of lawns, plants, flowers, trees and shrubs. • Tools and equipment used in gardening, and utility maintenance work. • Programming and adjusting of irrigation clocks. • Proper weed abatement techniques and proper safety precautions for handling chemicals. Ability to: • Do routine and utility maintenance work. • Follow written and oral instructions. • Read and write and clearly speak effectively. • Exhibit a high customer service priority. • Establish and maintain open and honest communications with co-workers and the general public. • Use and operate hand and power tools. • Within OSHA guidelines, withstand periods of physical exposure to the presence of fumes, odors, dust and pollen without incapacitating adverse effect. • Safely transport, lift and handle bulky objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds. • Resolve idiosyncrasies unique to District facilities. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS The examination will consist of the following steps: A review of candidates' application to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidates' final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. Candidates must attain a qualifying rating on each portion of this recruitment. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED EXAMINATION STEPS. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN Deadline for Filing: December 16, 2019 Review of Applications for Minimum Qualifications: December 23, 2019 Oral Examination: TBD *WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN* Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statutes. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing . Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs BENEFITS BENEFITS FOR POSITIONS AT THE HAYWARD AREA RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT Ten (10) working days paid vacation each year; fifteen (15) days after five (5) years of service; and twenty (20) days after thirteen (13) years of service Fourteen (14) paid holidays a year. Sick leave is accrued at the rate of one (1) day per month. Choice of three (3) health plans for employees and their dependents, most, if not all of which is paid for by the District. The medical plan design offered to employees is a $15 HMO Plan or High Deductible PPO Plan. Employees may elect coverage provided through one of the two medical carriers, United Healthcare HMO or PPO, Kaiser Permanente HMO Comprehensive dental plan for employees and their dependents. Vision care reimbursement benefit. Social Security paid for by District and employee. Public Employees Retirement System 2% at 62 for new hires; 2% at 60 for new employees hired after January 1, 2013 that are already members of CalPERS. Long Term Disability Plan paid by District. Life Insurance policy ($75,000) paid by District. Deferred Compensation Plan available, employee funded. Employee Credit Union services. Educational Tuition Reimbursement. Employee Assistance Program. Post employment healthcare plan contribution of 2.52% of base salary paid by District. State Disability, employee funded Conclusion Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @acgov.org and alamedacountyHR@acgov.org as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the "My applications" button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box alamedacountyHR@acgov.org are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs. You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Sam Gee, Human Resources Division Manager Human Resource Services Department, County of Alameda 510-267-9492 HARD is an equal opportunity employer.Closing Date/Time: 12/16/2019 5:00:00 PM
Nov 22, 2019
Full Time
Introduction YOU MUST BE A HAYWARD AREA RECREATION AND PARK DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEE TO APPLY THE EXAMINATION : THIS IS A NEW PROMOTIONAL ASSEMBLED EXAMINATION. The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year, but can be extended. THE DISTRICT The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, known locally as "H.A.R.D.," is an independent special use district created to provide park and recreation services for over 280,000 residents. Our boundaries encompass a 100 square-mile area, which includes the City of Hayward and the unincorporated communities of Castro Valley, San Lorenzo, Ashland, Cherryland, and Fairview. In 1944, representatives of the City of Hayward, various school districts, and local civic organizations developed a proposal for establishment of the Hayward Area Recreation and Parkway District. When an initiative was placed on the November 7th ballot, the residents voted overwhelmingly for the creation of the District, which was officially formed on December 11, 1944. In 1958, the District changed its name to the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, and has become the largest recreation district in the State of California. Since its creation, the District has provided residents with many beautiful facilities and parks, many of which have received national and state recognition for their design, innovation and beauty, as well as hundreds of educational and recreational classes and programs DESCRIPTION Under general supervision, to care for grounds or park areas, and to do related work as required. Park Maintenance Workers generally work in park areas, keeping playgrounds, ball fields, and other grounds open to public use. The area for which this class is responsible has active use by the public. Park Maintenance Workers are also responsible for minor utility maintenance. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed. 1. Cuts grass with hand or small power mower and weeds grounds; waters lawns, sweeps paths and tennis courts, rakes leaves, and removes refuse; helps plant and trim trees and shrubs. Responsible for turf management, including but not limited to, mowing turf areas; edge and blow; aeration, fertilization, reseeding, sodding and re-sodding. 2. Rakes and cleans picnic sites. 3. Inspects and does minor maintenance and painting of playground equipment. 4. Cleans and disinfects outdoor restrooms and keeps them supplied. 5. Make out work orders and park inspection sheets. 6. Responsible for weed abatement, including but not limited to, applying integrated pest management techniques using biological, mechanical or chemical methods; spraying both pre-emergents and post-emergents (a qualified applicators' certificate is desirable and maintaining fire breaks where needed); use proper safety precautions when handling and/or mixing chemicals for use in and around park areas and facilities; practice proper application techniques with appropriate equipment, i.e., spray tanks and backpacks, 50-gallon and 100-gallon spray tanks, adjust pressure for proper application. 7. Enforces park rules and regulations. 8. Responsible for irrigation management, including but not limited to, troubleshooting and investigating system failures and inadequacies; reading irrigation plans, mapping out and locating systems within parks; setting up and/or adjusting clocks periodically; programming computerized "smart clock" system: monitoring and adjusting for climatic/seasonal changes; understanding of GPM requirements and evapotranspiration of particular plant materials; repairing/replacing sprinkler nozzles, heads, risers and swing joints. 9. Responsible for tree trimming, including but not limited to, operating chainsaws, power pole pruners, lopper pruners, pole pruners and pole saws, hand pruners, maintaining and sharpening to proper operating condition; using proper and safe operating procedures to run chipper. 10. Train hourly, part-time workers and court referrals in "best landscape practices" and personal/public safety. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: A combination of training and experience which demonstrates that a person has obtained the required knowledge and is able to perform the required work (with reasonable accommodation, if needed). A person with the following combined training and experience would typically qualify to compete in a selection process: The equivalent of six (6) months of full time experience in the grounds maintenance field . License: Valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license and a good driving record. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above minimum qualifications in the announcement of the examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Examples of Duties" section of this specification. Knowledge of: • The routine care of lawns, plants, flowers, trees and shrubs. • Tools and equipment used in gardening, and utility maintenance work. • Programming and adjusting of irrigation clocks. • Proper weed abatement techniques and proper safety precautions for handling chemicals. Ability to: • Do routine and utility maintenance work. • Follow written and oral instructions. • Read and write and clearly speak effectively. • Exhibit a high customer service priority. • Establish and maintain open and honest communications with co-workers and the general public. • Use and operate hand and power tools. • Within OSHA guidelines, withstand periods of physical exposure to the presence of fumes, odors, dust and pollen without incapacitating adverse effect. • Safely transport, lift and handle bulky objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds. • Resolve idiosyncrasies unique to District facilities. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS The examination will consist of the following steps: A review of candidates' application to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidates' final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. Candidates must attain a qualifying rating on each portion of this recruitment. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED EXAMINATION STEPS. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN Deadline for Filing: December 16, 2019 Review of Applications for Minimum Qualifications: December 23, 2019 Oral Examination: TBD *WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN* Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statutes. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing . Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs BENEFITS BENEFITS FOR POSITIONS AT THE HAYWARD AREA RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT Ten (10) working days paid vacation each year; fifteen (15) days after five (5) years of service; and twenty (20) days after thirteen (13) years of service Fourteen (14) paid holidays a year. Sick leave is accrued at the rate of one (1) day per month. Choice of three (3) health plans for employees and their dependents, most, if not all of which is paid for by the District. The medical plan design offered to employees is a $15 HMO Plan or High Deductible PPO Plan. Employees may elect coverage provided through one of the two medical carriers, United Healthcare HMO or PPO, Kaiser Permanente HMO Comprehensive dental plan for employees and their dependents. Vision care reimbursement benefit. Social Security paid for by District and employee. Public Employees Retirement System 2% at 62 for new hires; 2% at 60 for new employees hired after January 1, 2013 that are already members of CalPERS. Long Term Disability Plan paid by District. Life Insurance policy ($75,000) paid by District. Deferred Compensation Plan available, employee funded. Employee Credit Union services. Educational Tuition Reimbursement. Employee Assistance Program. Post employment healthcare plan contribution of 2.52% of base salary paid by District. State Disability, employee funded Conclusion Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @acgov.org and alamedacountyHR@acgov.org as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the "My applications" button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box alamedacountyHR@acgov.org are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs. You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Sam Gee, Human Resources Division Manager Human Resource Services Department, County of Alameda 510-267-9492 HARD is an equal opportunity employer.Closing Date/Time: 12/16/2019 5:00:00 PM
City of Auburn
Student Public Finance Specialist
City of Auburn, AL Auburn, Alabama, United States
Job General Statement of Duties Performs a wide variety of administrative and technical support duties to Finance staff to help the department function more efficiently. Distinguishing Features of the Class The principal function of an employee in this class is to provide support duties to the Finance Department. The work is performed under the direct supervision of the Principal Financial Analyst or Water Board Accountant, but some leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. An employee in this class must be capable of working independently and be able to establish priorities under the general guidance of the Principal Financial Analyst or Water Board Accountant. An employee in this class performs the duties of other employees in the Finance Department as required or as assigned by supervisory personnel. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Department and City and Water Board employees and the public. The principal duties of this class are performed in a general office environment, typically while sitting at a desk or table. Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only) • Performs research, performance measurement tasks and other projects under the supervision of the Principal Financial Analyst or Water Board Accountant; • Assists with monthly or year-end accounting duties under the supervision of the Deputy Finance Director, Principal Financial Analyst or Water Board Accountant; • Serves as a back-up to the City Revenue Office staff during rush periods by entering zero returns, sorting incoming mail, and entering tax payments; • Enters utility payments, files customer records and sorts incoming mail to assist the Water Revenue Office; • Assists with audit of Water Board and Sewer materials inventory; • Organizes files under the supervision of the Finance Information Officer; • Operates computer to type documents, input records, maintain databases and produce reports for management analysis; • Copies, assembles, packages, and distributes a variety of written material as requested; • Types a variety of documents including letters, memoranda, reports, schedules, purchase orders, calendars, bulletins, and narrative and statistical reports as instructed and requested by supervisor and other designated office personnel; • Publishes and distributes budget documents and other financial reports as directed by the Finance Information Officer and the Principal Financial Analyst; • Provides support to the Accounts Payable Office by preparing spreadsheets, entering invoices, preparing vendors checks for mailing, and filing paid invoices; • Performs internal control review of Water Board final bill refund checks; • Works in conjunction with the Revenue Accountant to review taxpayers' annual Occupation License Fee reconciliations for accuracy and analytical review of taxpayer database; • Performs building maintenance tasks to assist the Purchasing Officer; • Updates departmental procedures as directed by supervisory personnel; • Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems; • Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others, including department heads to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities; • Interprets and applies departmental rules, policies and regulations in accordance with prescribed procedures and guidelines; • Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • knowledge of the functions of a Finance Department within a city government; • Skill to add, subtract, multiply, divide and derive percentages; • Knowledge of various finance techniques, including calculation of interest, using appropriate computer software; • Basic knowledge of financial instruments, such as leases, loans, investments, and mortgages; • Ability to proofread and edit a wide variety of technical and non-technical documents, including narratives, spreadsheets, charts and graphs; • Ability to read and understand college-level written material concerning various issues in public finance; • Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions; • Ability to operate or quickly learn to operate a personal computer using standard or customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks; • Thorough knowledge of modern office procedures, practices and equipment; • Thorough knowledge of modern office filing systems and procedures; • Skill in the use of electronic word processing and spreadsheet software and document sharing software, as well as simple database design and use; • Ability to prepare correspondences in writing according to standard business practices; • Ability to work independently, with some supervision; • Ability to deal with a wide range of persons at all levels within and outside of the City government, including situations in which individuals may be upset over some issue involving City or Water Board activities or policies; • Ability to maintain confidentiality of all matters documented or discussed during the course of work performed; • Ability to learn, apply and explain City and Water Board policies and Departmental rules, procedures, practices and objectives; • Ability to communicate well with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language; • Ability to efficiently manage time and to prioritize work in a multi-tasking environment; • Ability to prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations; • Ability to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions; • Ability to perform a wide variety of duties, tasks, and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines; • Ability and willingness to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology; • Integrity, ingenuity, and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks. Acceptable Experience and Training • Current enrollment in an accredited college or university majoring in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration or a closely related field; and • Some related office experience in accounting, financial statement preparation and budgeting; or • Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work. Required Special Qualifications None Essential Physical Abilities • Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to communicate effectively; • Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to review type written documents in both electronic and hardcopy form and to distinguish between shades of color; • Sufficient manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate a personal computer and related office equipment; • Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to function in the general office environment. • Ability to intermittently sit, stand or stoop. • Ability to occasionally lift objects that weigh less than 24 pounds or objects that way more than 25 pounds.
Oct 22, 2019
Temporary
Job General Statement of Duties Performs a wide variety of administrative and technical support duties to Finance staff to help the department function more efficiently. Distinguishing Features of the Class The principal function of an employee in this class is to provide support duties to the Finance Department. The work is performed under the direct supervision of the Principal Financial Analyst or Water Board Accountant, but some leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. An employee in this class must be capable of working independently and be able to establish priorities under the general guidance of the Principal Financial Analyst or Water Board Accountant. An employee in this class performs the duties of other employees in the Finance Department as required or as assigned by supervisory personnel. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Department and City and Water Board employees and the public. The principal duties of this class are performed in a general office environment, typically while sitting at a desk or table. Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only) • Performs research, performance measurement tasks and other projects under the supervision of the Principal Financial Analyst or Water Board Accountant; • Assists with monthly or year-end accounting duties under the supervision of the Deputy Finance Director, Principal Financial Analyst or Water Board Accountant; • Serves as a back-up to the City Revenue Office staff during rush periods by entering zero returns, sorting incoming mail, and entering tax payments; • Enters utility payments, files customer records and sorts incoming mail to assist the Water Revenue Office; • Assists with audit of Water Board and Sewer materials inventory; • Organizes files under the supervision of the Finance Information Officer; • Operates computer to type documents, input records, maintain databases and produce reports for management analysis; • Copies, assembles, packages, and distributes a variety of written material as requested; • Types a variety of documents including letters, memoranda, reports, schedules, purchase orders, calendars, bulletins, and narrative and statistical reports as instructed and requested by supervisor and other designated office personnel; • Publishes and distributes budget documents and other financial reports as directed by the Finance Information Officer and the Principal Financial Analyst; • Provides support to the Accounts Payable Office by preparing spreadsheets, entering invoices, preparing vendors checks for mailing, and filing paid invoices; • Performs internal control review of Water Board final bill refund checks; • Works in conjunction with the Revenue Accountant to review taxpayers' annual Occupation License Fee reconciliations for accuracy and analytical review of taxpayer database; • Performs building maintenance tasks to assist the Purchasing Officer; • Updates departmental procedures as directed by supervisory personnel; • Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems; • Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others, including department heads to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities; • Interprets and applies departmental rules, policies and regulations in accordance with prescribed procedures and guidelines; • Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • knowledge of the functions of a Finance Department within a city government; • Skill to add, subtract, multiply, divide and derive percentages; • Knowledge of various finance techniques, including calculation of interest, using appropriate computer software; • Basic knowledge of financial instruments, such as leases, loans, investments, and mortgages; • Ability to proofread and edit a wide variety of technical and non-technical documents, including narratives, spreadsheets, charts and graphs; • Ability to read and understand college-level written material concerning various issues in public finance; • Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions; • Ability to operate or quickly learn to operate a personal computer using standard or customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks; • Thorough knowledge of modern office procedures, practices and equipment; • Thorough knowledge of modern office filing systems and procedures; • Skill in the use of electronic word processing and spreadsheet software and document sharing software, as well as simple database design and use; • Ability to prepare correspondences in writing according to standard business practices; • Ability to work independently, with some supervision; • Ability to deal with a wide range of persons at all levels within and outside of the City government, including situations in which individuals may be upset over some issue involving City or Water Board activities or policies; • Ability to maintain confidentiality of all matters documented or discussed during the course of work performed; • Ability to learn, apply and explain City and Water Board policies and Departmental rules, procedures, practices and objectives; • Ability to communicate well with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language; • Ability to efficiently manage time and to prioritize work in a multi-tasking environment; • Ability to prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations; • Ability to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions; • Ability to perform a wide variety of duties, tasks, and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines; • Ability and willingness to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology; • Integrity, ingenuity, and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks. Acceptable Experience and Training • Current enrollment in an accredited college or university majoring in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration or a closely related field; and • Some related office experience in accounting, financial statement preparation and budgeting; or • Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work. Required Special Qualifications None Essential Physical Abilities • Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to communicate effectively; • Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to review type written documents in both electronic and hardcopy form and to distinguish between shades of color; • Sufficient manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate a personal computer and related office equipment; • Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to function in the general office environment. • Ability to intermittently sit, stand or stoop. • Ability to occasionally lift objects that weigh less than 24 pounds or objects that way more than 25 pounds.
County of Alameda
Supervisor, Buildings and Plant Maintenance
Alameda County Oakland, California, United States
Introduction THIS IS A NEW ASSEMBLED EXAMINATION. The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year, but can be extended. Application and Supplemental Questionnaire: A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Failure to submit the Application or Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. Applications will only be accepted on-line. DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY Alameda County General Services Agency (GSA) delivers a host of logistical support services to County agencies and partners from maintenance of facilities and County fleet to energy and environmental management services, capital project management, procurement services, and clean commute and recycling programs. The GSA Community strives not only to provide these services but to also facilitate collaborative and innovative approaches in its efforts. While the GSA Community largely focuses on support services for Alameda County departments and other public agencies, the work has a direct impact on the communities. GSA builds structures such as libraries and youth centers that transform communities, provides opportunities for local businesses, and works towards ensuring that County work practices minimize negative impacts to the environment. GSA employees take great pride in their work and strive to provide the highest-quality service. THE POSITION Under general direction, to be responsible for the operation, maintenance installation and repair of building and plant equipment for a group of County buildings; and to do related work as required. The Supervisor, Buildings and Plant Maintenance, position is located in the General Services Agency's Building Maintenance Department and is responsible for the 24-hour operation and maintenance of steam, heating, and other utility services for County buildings. Each position is responsible for an area which may consist of: Office buildings, libraries, Veterans Memorial Buildings, clinics and detention facilities, and other buildings; the incumbents report to a Facilities Manager. The class of Supervisor, Buildings and Plant Maintenance, is distinguished from the higher-level classification in that the Facilities Manager has overall responsibility for the administration and planning of facilities maintenance and operations and recommends policies and procedures to the Deputy Director, Building Maintenance Department. For more detailed information about the job classification, visit: Supervisor, Buildings and Plant Maintenance (#9680) THE IDEAL CANDIDATE In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate for the position of Supervisor, Buildings and Plant Maintenance will have the following critical attributes: Understanding of the technical components, language and process of building maintenance. Strong customer focus skills demonstrated by the ability to understand and anticipate customer needs. Outstanding organizational skills, including the ability to independently prioritize tasks and focus on multiple projects simultaneously while being able to provide project status updates at a moment's notice. Solid experience in managing work groups by developing collaborative working relationships, remaining energetic and optimistic, and maintaining high work and ethical standards. Demonstrated expertise in identifying and correcting conditions that affect employment safety, as well as experience in upholding safety standards. Strong skills in identifying issues and opportunities, gathering solid information and identifying alternatives, making effective decisions while involving others throughout the process. Expects high standards for self to produce excellence in quality, productivity and service; takes responsibility for outcomes; and encourages others to act similarly. Possesses clear and effective communication skills demonstrated by the ability to frame messages to various audiences using terms and examples relevant and meaningful to each audience. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I Experience: The equivalent of three years as a Stationary Engineer, Electrician or Plumber in the Alameda County classified service (non-classified includes District Attorney's Office, Hospital Authority, and the Consolidated Courts). (Supervisory experience highly desirable). Completion of the Alameda County Management Academy "Management and Supervision Certificate Program" may substitute for six (6) months of the required qualifying experience. Or II Experience: The equivalent of four years as a Stationary Engineer responsible for the operation, maintenance and repair of building and plant equipment including boilers, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and plumbing equipment and other electrical mechanical and equipment normally found in large buildings. Two of the four years' experience must have been at the supervisory level. Licenses: • Possession of a universal CFC (Chloro-Fluoro-Carbon) Certificate, mandated by the Environmental Protection Agency. • Possession of a California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Special Requirements: Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance from Alameda County Sheriff's Office. Must be on call after hours, weekends and holidays. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of: • The operation, maintenance and repair of building and plant equipment including boilers and related equipment, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and plumbing equipment, and mechanical and electrical and piping systems found in large office buildings or hospitals. • Principles and techniques of supervision. • Computer maintenance management systems and computer applications. • Industry best practices in regards to safety. • Industry best practices including sustainable and environmentally friendly equipment. Ability to: • Forecast and supervise maintenance activities. • Plan and organize. • Plan, supervise, review and evaluate the work of others. • Make decisions independently. • Exercise leadership. • Communicate effectively orally and in writing. • Be flexible. • Provide effective customer service. • Estimate costs and monitor expenditures. • Use computer software, i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook. • Manage Personnel. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS THE EXAMINATION WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING STEPS: 1) A review of candidates' applications and supplemental questionnaireto verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. 2) A review of candidates' supplemental questionnaires to select the best qualified applicants to continue in the process. 3) An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidate's final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. CANDIDATES MUST ATTAIN A QUALIFYING RATING ON EACH PORTION OF THIS EXAMINATION Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. For more information on the Civil Service Selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN Deadline for Filing: Monday, January 6, 2020 at 5:00 PM Review of Applications for Minimum Qualifications: Thursday, January 16, 2020 Supplemental Questionnaire Review for Best Qualified Monday, February 3, 2020 Oral Interviews Week of February 17, 2020 Monday, February 17, 2020 is anobserved holiday. Veterans' Preference Each applicant entitled to veterans' preference as provided in the Alameda County Civil Service Rules who has served in the armed forces of the United States during a war or campaign as defined by Section 1897 of the Government Code of the State of California and who has been discharged or released under honorable conditions and wishes to claim such preference shall do so by presenting proof of his/her honorable discharge (DD214) from the armed forces of the United States, showing the dates of his/her military service. Each applicant entitled to Disabled Veterans' points as provided in the Alameda County Civil Service Rules, who wishes to claim such preference shall additionally present proof of military-connected disability from the United States Veterans Administration. U.S. military veterans (including applicants already employed by the County of Alameda) intending to claim preferential consideration pursuant to Alameda County Civil Service Rules must present proof of honorable discharge or release (DD Form 214) concurrent with this application but in no event later than the final step in the recruitment process (usually the oral interview.) To claim veteran's preference, proof must be presented during check in on the date of the applicant's scheduled oral interview. Failure to submit proof by this date will forfeit the applicant's claim to veterans' preference in such examination. Candidates will be required to presenta valid photoI.D. for admittance to each phase of the examination, i.e., driver's license, military I.D., Passport, or California Department of Motor Vehicle's I.D. card. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statutes. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing . Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website: www.acgov.org/hrs BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 11 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Management Paid Leave** Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. ** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @acgov.org and alamedacountyHR@acgov.org as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the "My applications" button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box alamedacountyHR@acgov.org are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Elaine Lemi | Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 272-6434 | elaine.lemi@acgov.org Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.Closing Date/Time: 1/6/2020 5:00:00 PM
Dec 11, 2019
Full Time
Introduction THIS IS A NEW ASSEMBLED EXAMINATION. The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year, but can be extended. Application and Supplemental Questionnaire: A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Failure to submit the Application or Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. Applications will only be accepted on-line. DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY Alameda County General Services Agency (GSA) delivers a host of logistical support services to County agencies and partners from maintenance of facilities and County fleet to energy and environmental management services, capital project management, procurement services, and clean commute and recycling programs. The GSA Community strives not only to provide these services but to also facilitate collaborative and innovative approaches in its efforts. While the GSA Community largely focuses on support services for Alameda County departments and other public agencies, the work has a direct impact on the communities. GSA builds structures such as libraries and youth centers that transform communities, provides opportunities for local businesses, and works towards ensuring that County work practices minimize negative impacts to the environment. GSA employees take great pride in their work and strive to provide the highest-quality service. THE POSITION Under general direction, to be responsible for the operation, maintenance installation and repair of building and plant equipment for a group of County buildings; and to do related work as required. The Supervisor, Buildings and Plant Maintenance, position is located in the General Services Agency's Building Maintenance Department and is responsible for the 24-hour operation and maintenance of steam, heating, and other utility services for County buildings. Each position is responsible for an area which may consist of: Office buildings, libraries, Veterans Memorial Buildings, clinics and detention facilities, and other buildings; the incumbents report to a Facilities Manager. The class of Supervisor, Buildings and Plant Maintenance, is distinguished from the higher-level classification in that the Facilities Manager has overall responsibility for the administration and planning of facilities maintenance and operations and recommends policies and procedures to the Deputy Director, Building Maintenance Department. For more detailed information about the job classification, visit: Supervisor, Buildings and Plant Maintenance (#9680) THE IDEAL CANDIDATE In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate for the position of Supervisor, Buildings and Plant Maintenance will have the following critical attributes: Understanding of the technical components, language and process of building maintenance. Strong customer focus skills demonstrated by the ability to understand and anticipate customer needs. Outstanding organizational skills, including the ability to independently prioritize tasks and focus on multiple projects simultaneously while being able to provide project status updates at a moment's notice. Solid experience in managing work groups by developing collaborative working relationships, remaining energetic and optimistic, and maintaining high work and ethical standards. Demonstrated expertise in identifying and correcting conditions that affect employment safety, as well as experience in upholding safety standards. Strong skills in identifying issues and opportunities, gathering solid information and identifying alternatives, making effective decisions while involving others throughout the process. Expects high standards for self to produce excellence in quality, productivity and service; takes responsibility for outcomes; and encourages others to act similarly. Possesses clear and effective communication skills demonstrated by the ability to frame messages to various audiences using terms and examples relevant and meaningful to each audience. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I Experience: The equivalent of three years as a Stationary Engineer, Electrician or Plumber in the Alameda County classified service (non-classified includes District Attorney's Office, Hospital Authority, and the Consolidated Courts). (Supervisory experience highly desirable). Completion of the Alameda County Management Academy "Management and Supervision Certificate Program" may substitute for six (6) months of the required qualifying experience. Or II Experience: The equivalent of four years as a Stationary Engineer responsible for the operation, maintenance and repair of building and plant equipment including boilers, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and plumbing equipment and other electrical mechanical and equipment normally found in large buildings. Two of the four years' experience must have been at the supervisory level. Licenses: • Possession of a universal CFC (Chloro-Fluoro-Carbon) Certificate, mandated by the Environmental Protection Agency. • Possession of a California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Special Requirements: Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance from Alameda County Sheriff's Office. Must be on call after hours, weekends and holidays. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of: • The operation, maintenance and repair of building and plant equipment including boilers and related equipment, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and plumbing equipment, and mechanical and electrical and piping systems found in large office buildings or hospitals. • Principles and techniques of supervision. • Computer maintenance management systems and computer applications. • Industry best practices in regards to safety. • Industry best practices including sustainable and environmentally friendly equipment. Ability to: • Forecast and supervise maintenance activities. • Plan and organize. • Plan, supervise, review and evaluate the work of others. • Make decisions independently. • Exercise leadership. • Communicate effectively orally and in writing. • Be flexible. • Provide effective customer service. • Estimate costs and monitor expenditures. • Use computer software, i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook. • Manage Personnel. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS THE EXAMINATION WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING STEPS: 1) A review of candidates' applications and supplemental questionnaireto verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. 2) A review of candidates' supplemental questionnaires to select the best qualified applicants to continue in the process. 3) An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidate's final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. CANDIDATES MUST ATTAIN A QUALIFYING RATING ON EACH PORTION OF THIS EXAMINATION Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. For more information on the Civil Service Selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN Deadline for Filing: Monday, January 6, 2020 at 5:00 PM Review of Applications for Minimum Qualifications: Thursday, January 16, 2020 Supplemental Questionnaire Review for Best Qualified Monday, February 3, 2020 Oral Interviews Week of February 17, 2020 Monday, February 17, 2020 is anobserved holiday. Veterans' Preference Each applicant entitled to veterans' preference as provided in the Alameda County Civil Service Rules who has served in the armed forces of the United States during a war or campaign as defined by Section 1897 of the Government Code of the State of California and who has been discharged or released under honorable conditions and wishes to claim such preference shall do so by presenting proof of his/her honorable discharge (DD214) from the armed forces of the United States, showing the dates of his/her military service. Each applicant entitled to Disabled Veterans' points as provided in the Alameda County Civil Service Rules, who wishes to claim such preference shall additionally present proof of military-connected disability from the United States Veterans Administration. U.S. military veterans (including applicants already employed by the County of Alameda) intending to claim preferential consideration pursuant to Alameda County Civil Service Rules must present proof of honorable discharge or release (DD Form 214) concurrent with this application but in no event later than the final step in the recruitment process (usually the oral interview.) To claim veteran's preference, proof must be presented during check in on the date of the applicant's scheduled oral interview. Failure to submit proof by this date will forfeit the applicant's claim to veterans' preference in such examination. Candidates will be required to presenta valid photoI.D. for admittance to each phase of the examination, i.e., driver's license, military I.D., Passport, or California Department of Motor Vehicle's I.D. card. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statutes. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing . Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website: www.acgov.org/hrs BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 11 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Management Paid Leave** Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. ** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @acgov.org and alamedacountyHR@acgov.org as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the "My applications" button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box alamedacountyHR@acgov.org are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Elaine Lemi | Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 272-6434 | elaine.lemi@acgov.org Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.Closing Date/Time: 1/6/2020 5:00:00 PM
King County Wastewater Treatment Division
Wastewater Construction Management III - Mechanical Inspections
King County, WA Seattle, Washington, United States
Summary WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to allqualified applicants. Applicants from this recruitment may be considered for other vacancies at multiple locations, as they occur. Clean Water & Beyond Be part of the "Utility of the Future" WORK ENVIRONMENT : Work is performed in both an office environment and in the field at wastewater treatment facilities of various types throughout King County. These sites are not served by public transit. Work pressure and frequent disturbances to work flow are to be expected. Exposure to raw sewage, blood borne pathogens, potentially hazardous chemicals, street traffic, and electrical installations is part of the normal working conditions. WORK SCHEDULE: This career service position is Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) non-exemptand is overtime eligible. The regular work week is 40 hours Monday through Friday. JOB SUMMARY: This positionis at thefully proficient level for the wastewater construction management - mechanical work performing construction and facilities inspections and/or asset management tasks for assigned wastewater treatment and conveyance capital and operating projects. To learn moreabout the Wastewater Treatment Divisionclick onthe below links: http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/wtd/About.aspx http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/wtd/About/Vision.aspx Job Duties The successful candidate will: Perform inspection and testing of mechanical construction work for assigned contracts, ensure compliance with contract documents and code requirements. Construction work could occur on any portion of the Wastewater Treatment Division infrastructure including treatment plants, pump stations, and conveyance system. Assist in the review of contractor submittals for mechanical construction work for conformance with contract specifications and drawings. Prepare inspection and testing reports, field notes, and other required reports; support change order preparations, contract dispute resolution and closeouts as required. Support the administration of small mechanical specialty wastewater treatment construction contracts or the mechanical and civil elements of larger contracts. Coordinate work with other inspection staff. Provide lead direction to lower-level staff. Implement a defined program of inspection, sampling and testing and startup, and commissioning of facilities and equipment to ensure efficient and effective operations and to identify problems and recommend corrective action. Review and interpret engineering design drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with acceptable construction methods and wastewater treatment requirements. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills The successful candidate will embody the following competencies: Functional/Technical Skills - Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment. Problem Solving - Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions, probes all fruitful sources for answers, can see hidden problems, is excellent at honest analysis, looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at the first answers. DecisionQuality - Makesgood decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment, most ofthe solutions and suggestions turn out to be correct and accurate when judged over time, sought out by others for advice and solutions. The ideal candidate should have: Two years of technical school training in mechanical or a related technical field and four (4) years of progressively responsible construction inspection or sub-professional engineering experience is required (additional academic or vocational courses in mechanical engineering; mechanical and construction code requirements, or building construction); OR six years of progressively responsible mechanical construction inspection or responsible construction engineering experience is required in the fields of wastewater conveyance and treatment, or other heavy industrial mechanical facilities; OR three years of experience as a journeyman level trades person working in wastewater construction or other closely related heavy industrial environment. Demonstrated ability to understand and follow technical specifications and procedures. Necessary Special Requirements: Knowledge of the construction of mechanical facilities, especially as applied to wastewater treatment or heavy industrial facilities. Experience with managing construction activities in operational environments and knowledge of hazards and safety procedures involved. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications as applied to wastewater treatment facility and large conveyance systems. Thorough knowledge of construction methods, with emphasis on mechanical and conveyance system installations. Ability to inspect materials and workmanship and recognize deficiencies and omissions requiring correction. Knowledge of relevant construction laws, ordinances, codes, regulations, specifications and standards. Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing, including ability to use a computer for word-processing and data analysis. Prior to a final offer of employment, the successful candidate will provide a 5-year complete driving abstract. Highly Desirable Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge and experience of construction and operations of mechanical systems in wastewater treatment facilities. For a full job description see: http://hrd.kingcounty.gov/ccs/ccsDetails.aspx Wastewater Construction Management III LICENSE / CERTIFICATION: A Valid Washington State Driver's License APPLICATIONS PROCESS: King County application, http://www.kingcounty.gov/jobs Resume Cover letter detailing qualifications for position SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants meeting qualifications will be screened based upon the clarity, completeness, content, grammar and punctuation of their application materials. Selection process may also include written and/or computer exams, panel interview, references and final interviews. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Some physical skill and effort is required during site visits. UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by the Technical Employees Association (TEA). For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Rodney O.Dungo Human Resource Analyst 206-263-6976 rdungo @kingcounty.gov King county and the Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) vales diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, people with disabilities, and veterans. Closing Date/Time: 1/5/2020 11:59 PM Pacific
Dec 13, 2019
Part Time
Summary WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to allqualified applicants. Applicants from this recruitment may be considered for other vacancies at multiple locations, as they occur. Clean Water & Beyond Be part of the "Utility of the Future" WORK ENVIRONMENT : Work is performed in both an office environment and in the field at wastewater treatment facilities of various types throughout King County. These sites are not served by public transit. Work pressure and frequent disturbances to work flow are to be expected. Exposure to raw sewage, blood borne pathogens, potentially hazardous chemicals, street traffic, and electrical installations is part of the normal working conditions. WORK SCHEDULE: This career service position is Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) non-exemptand is overtime eligible. The regular work week is 40 hours Monday through Friday. JOB SUMMARY: This positionis at thefully proficient level for the wastewater construction management - mechanical work performing construction and facilities inspections and/or asset management tasks for assigned wastewater treatment and conveyance capital and operating projects. To learn moreabout the Wastewater Treatment Divisionclick onthe below links: http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/wtd/About.aspx http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/wtd/About/Vision.aspx Job Duties The successful candidate will: Perform inspection and testing of mechanical construction work for assigned contracts, ensure compliance with contract documents and code requirements. Construction work could occur on any portion of the Wastewater Treatment Division infrastructure including treatment plants, pump stations, and conveyance system. Assist in the review of contractor submittals for mechanical construction work for conformance with contract specifications and drawings. Prepare inspection and testing reports, field notes, and other required reports; support change order preparations, contract dispute resolution and closeouts as required. Support the administration of small mechanical specialty wastewater treatment construction contracts or the mechanical and civil elements of larger contracts. Coordinate work with other inspection staff. Provide lead direction to lower-level staff. Implement a defined program of inspection, sampling and testing and startup, and commissioning of facilities and equipment to ensure efficient and effective operations and to identify problems and recommend corrective action. Review and interpret engineering design drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with acceptable construction methods and wastewater treatment requirements. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills The successful candidate will embody the following competencies: Functional/Technical Skills - Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment. Problem Solving - Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions, probes all fruitful sources for answers, can see hidden problems, is excellent at honest analysis, looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at the first answers. DecisionQuality - Makesgood decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment, most ofthe solutions and suggestions turn out to be correct and accurate when judged over time, sought out by others for advice and solutions. The ideal candidate should have: Two years of technical school training in mechanical or a related technical field and four (4) years of progressively responsible construction inspection or sub-professional engineering experience is required (additional academic or vocational courses in mechanical engineering; mechanical and construction code requirements, or building construction); OR six years of progressively responsible mechanical construction inspection or responsible construction engineering experience is required in the fields of wastewater conveyance and treatment, or other heavy industrial mechanical facilities; OR three years of experience as a journeyman level trades person working in wastewater construction or other closely related heavy industrial environment. Demonstrated ability to understand and follow technical specifications and procedures. Necessary Special Requirements: Knowledge of the construction of mechanical facilities, especially as applied to wastewater treatment or heavy industrial facilities. Experience with managing construction activities in operational environments and knowledge of hazards and safety procedures involved. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications as applied to wastewater treatment facility and large conveyance systems. Thorough knowledge of construction methods, with emphasis on mechanical and conveyance system installations. Ability to inspect materials and workmanship and recognize deficiencies and omissions requiring correction. Knowledge of relevant construction laws, ordinances, codes, regulations, specifications and standards. Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing, including ability to use a computer for word-processing and data analysis. Prior to a final offer of employment, the successful candidate will provide a 5-year complete driving abstract. Highly Desirable Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge and experience of construction and operations of mechanical systems in wastewater treatment facilities. For a full job description see: http://hrd.kingcounty.gov/ccs/ccsDetails.aspx Wastewater Construction Management III LICENSE / CERTIFICATION: A Valid Washington State Driver's License APPLICATIONS PROCESS: King County application, http://www.kingcounty.gov/jobs Resume Cover letter detailing qualifications for position SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants meeting qualifications will be screened based upon the clarity, completeness, content, grammar and punctuation of their application materials. Selection process may also include written and/or computer exams, panel interview, references and final interviews. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Some physical skill and effort is required during site visits. UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by the Technical Employees Association (TEA). For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Rodney O.Dungo Human Resource Analyst 206-263-6976 rdungo @kingcounty.gov King county and the Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) vales diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, people with disabilities, and veterans. Closing Date/Time: 1/5/2020 11:59 PM Pacific
King County Wastewater Treatment Division
Wastewater Construction Management IV - Project Representative
King County, WA King County, Washington, United States
Summary WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to allqualified applicants. Applicants from this recruitment may be considered for other vacancies at multiple locations, as they occur. Clean Water & Beyond Be part of the "Utility of the Future" WORK ENVIRONMENT : Work is performed in both an office environment and in the field at wastewater treatment facilities of various types throughout King County. These sites are not served by public transit. Work pressure and frequent disturbances to work flow are to be expected. Exposure to raw sewage, blood borne pathogens, potentially hazardous chemicals, street traffic, and electrical installations is part of the normal working conditions. WORK SCHEDULE: This career service position is Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) non-exemptand is overtime eligible. The regular work week is 40 hours Monday through Friday. JOB SUMMARY: Plan, organize and supervise the administration and inspection of complex public works construction projects, ensure compliance with plans, specifications, code and relevant regulatory laws, and direct internal and external staff during construction. Provide inspection information to capital projects and conduct inspections of conveyance systems and other facilities. Provide technical assistance in the planning and design stages of wastewater construction projects. To learn moreabout the Wastewater Treatment Divisionclick onthe below links: http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/wtd/About.aspx http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/wtd/About/Vision.aspx Job Duties The successful candidate will: Administer contracts and ensure compliance to requirements, contained in plans and specifications, for public works construction contracts. Plan, organize and supervise the inspection of wastewater capital constructionprojects. Develop and implement a QA/QC program for inspections of assigned projects. Coordination of scope, schedule, budget and priorities for all assigned construction projects. Direct the management and implementation of public works construction contracts, including low bid lump sum, and work order style construction contracts. Perform coordination efforts as required for all assigned construction project activities. Serve as the leadfor facilitating communication with operations and maintenance (O&M) staff and coordinating construction work with the operations staff and other programs. CoordinatematrixedCIP team including engineering, facilities management, project control and administrative support. Lead, direct and provide guidance to County inspection staff on assigned projects. Review plans and specifications for specific projects to ensure compliance with established construction standards, applicable codes and regulations. Organize, plan and manage special inspections, installation and testing of equipment, systems, and instrumentation and controls. Ensure construction activities are in compliance with permits, easements, and right -of-entry agreements. Administer contract changes and resolve contract disputes. Oversee the preparation of contract changes, including revisions to specifications, drawings, schedule and cost. Review and approve contractor progress payments. Review contractor startup and operational testing plans and coordinate O&M training and facility operational testing. Serve as a liaison between the County, public agencies, property owners and the general public for assigned projects during construction. Collaborate and provide review and guidance during the preparation of contract specifications, drawings, scope, schedule, and budget. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills The successful candidate will embody the following competencies: Action Oriented - Enjoys working hard, is action oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging, not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning, seized more opportunities than others Decision Quality - Makes good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment. Most of his/her solutions and suggestions turn out to be correct and accurate when judge over time. Sought out by others for advice and solutions. Peer Relationships - Can quickly find common ground and solve problems for the good of all, can represent his/her own interests and yet be fair to other groups, can solve problems with peers with a minimum of noise, is seen as a team player and is cooperative, easily gains trust and support of peers, encourages collaboration, can be candid with peers. The ideal candidate should have: A bachelor's degree in construction management, engineeringor a related technical field OR the equivalent combination of education and experience and five (5) years of construction engineering / management experience, which includes 3 years of field inspection, is required. The most competitive candidates will possess: Construction experience in operational industrial, water, and wastewater treatment facilities. Experience managing large, high profile, and technically and/or contractually complex public works construction contracts. Experience navigating construction claims/litigation. Additional experience in alternative construction delivery methods including progressive design build and/or GCCM. Necessary Special Requirements: Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications and provide constructive, relevant comments to project managers, engineers and consultants. Working knowledge of relevant construction laws, ordinances, County policy, and contract terms and conditions. Working knowledge of codes, standard plans and specifications, and quality control methods. Thorough knowledge of current acceptable construction methods, practices, materials and equipment. At least two years of experience in construction of wastewater or heavy industrial facilities. Demonstrated ability to inspect material and workmanship, to recognize construction deficiencies and omissions requiring corrective action. Experience working with contractors to ensure compliance with contract requirements, job quality, safety, and timeliness. Ability to determine contract entitlement and to negotiate changes in a timely manner. Ability to plan and organize the work of a construction management team (inspectors, project control engineers, administrative assistants, and consultants), ensuring that assigned work is properly conducted. Ability to resolve conflicts within the team and with the contractor. Ability to work with a diverse group of people; culturally, technically background, personality, etc. Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing. Skill in the use of software for word-processing and data analysis necessary for work products. Training in industrial first aid and confined space entry (or obtain within six months). The successful candidate will need to provide a complete 5-year driving abstract prior to a final job offer Construction experience in heavy civil construction or in operational wastewater treatment facilities. For a full job description see: http://hrd.kingcounty.gov/ccs/ccsDetails.aspx Wastewater Construction Management IV LICENSE / CERTIFICATION: A Valid Washington State Driver's License APPLICATIONS PROCESS: King County application, http://www.kingcounty.gov/jobs Resume Cover letter detailing qualifications for position SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants meeting qualifications will be screened based upon the clarity, completeness, content, grammar and punctuation of their application materials. Selection process may also include written and/or computer exams, panel interview, references and final interviews. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Some physical skill and effort is required during site visits. Ability to traverse an active construction site. This position may require entry into operating wastewater facilities including confined spaces, live sewers, tanks, etc. This position may require climbing up and own maintenance hole ladders, extension ladders, and scaffolding to access the work. UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by the Technical Employees Association (TEA). For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Rodney O. Dungo Human Resource Analyst 206-263-6976 rdungo @kingcounty.gov King county and the Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) vales diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, people with disabilities, and veterans. Closing Date/Time: 1/12/2020 11:59 PM Pacific
Dec 13, 2019
Full Time
Summary WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to allqualified applicants. Applicants from this recruitment may be considered for other vacancies at multiple locations, as they occur. Clean Water & Beyond Be part of the "Utility of the Future" WORK ENVIRONMENT : Work is performed in both an office environment and in the field at wastewater treatment facilities of various types throughout King County. These sites are not served by public transit. Work pressure and frequent disturbances to work flow are to be expected. Exposure to raw sewage, blood borne pathogens, potentially hazardous chemicals, street traffic, and electrical installations is part of the normal working conditions. WORK SCHEDULE: This career service position is Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) non-exemptand is overtime eligible. The regular work week is 40 hours Monday through Friday. JOB SUMMARY: Plan, organize and supervise the administration and inspection of complex public works construction projects, ensure compliance with plans, specifications, code and relevant regulatory laws, and direct internal and external staff during construction. Provide inspection information to capital projects and conduct inspections of conveyance systems and other facilities. Provide technical assistance in the planning and design stages of wastewater construction projects. To learn moreabout the Wastewater Treatment Divisionclick onthe below links: http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/wtd/About.aspx http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/wtd/About/Vision.aspx Job Duties The successful candidate will: Administer contracts and ensure compliance to requirements, contained in plans and specifications, for public works construction contracts. Plan, organize and supervise the inspection of wastewater capital constructionprojects. Develop and implement a QA/QC program for inspections of assigned projects. Coordination of scope, schedule, budget and priorities for all assigned construction projects. Direct the management and implementation of public works construction contracts, including low bid lump sum, and work order style construction contracts. Perform coordination efforts as required for all assigned construction project activities. Serve as the leadfor facilitating communication with operations and maintenance (O&M) staff and coordinating construction work with the operations staff and other programs. CoordinatematrixedCIP team including engineering, facilities management, project control and administrative support. Lead, direct and provide guidance to County inspection staff on assigned projects. Review plans and specifications for specific projects to ensure compliance with established construction standards, applicable codes and regulations. Organize, plan and manage special inspections, installation and testing of equipment, systems, and instrumentation and controls. Ensure construction activities are in compliance with permits, easements, and right -of-entry agreements. Administer contract changes and resolve contract disputes. Oversee the preparation of contract changes, including revisions to specifications, drawings, schedule and cost. Review and approve contractor progress payments. Review contractor startup and operational testing plans and coordinate O&M training and facility operational testing. Serve as a liaison between the County, public agencies, property owners and the general public for assigned projects during construction. Collaborate and provide review and guidance during the preparation of contract specifications, drawings, scope, schedule, and budget. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills The successful candidate will embody the following competencies: Action Oriented - Enjoys working hard, is action oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging, not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning, seized more opportunities than others Decision Quality - Makes good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment. Most of his/her solutions and suggestions turn out to be correct and accurate when judge over time. Sought out by others for advice and solutions. Peer Relationships - Can quickly find common ground and solve problems for the good of all, can represent his/her own interests and yet be fair to other groups, can solve problems with peers with a minimum of noise, is seen as a team player and is cooperative, easily gains trust and support of peers, encourages collaboration, can be candid with peers. The ideal candidate should have: A bachelor's degree in construction management, engineeringor a related technical field OR the equivalent combination of education and experience and five (5) years of construction engineering / management experience, which includes 3 years of field inspection, is required. The most competitive candidates will possess: Construction experience in operational industrial, water, and wastewater treatment facilities. Experience managing large, high profile, and technically and/or contractually complex public works construction contracts. Experience navigating construction claims/litigation. Additional experience in alternative construction delivery methods including progressive design build and/or GCCM. Necessary Special Requirements: Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications and provide constructive, relevant comments to project managers, engineers and consultants. Working knowledge of relevant construction laws, ordinances, County policy, and contract terms and conditions. Working knowledge of codes, standard plans and specifications, and quality control methods. Thorough knowledge of current acceptable construction methods, practices, materials and equipment. At least two years of experience in construction of wastewater or heavy industrial facilities. Demonstrated ability to inspect material and workmanship, to recognize construction deficiencies and omissions requiring corrective action. Experience working with contractors to ensure compliance with contract requirements, job quality, safety, and timeliness. Ability to determine contract entitlement and to negotiate changes in a timely manner. Ability to plan and organize the work of a construction management team (inspectors, project control engineers, administrative assistants, and consultants), ensuring that assigned work is properly conducted. Ability to resolve conflicts within the team and with the contractor. Ability to work with a diverse group of people; culturally, technically background, personality, etc. Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing. Skill in the use of software for word-processing and data analysis necessary for work products. Training in industrial first aid and confined space entry (or obtain within six months). The successful candidate will need to provide a complete 5-year driving abstract prior to a final job offer Construction experience in heavy civil construction or in operational wastewater treatment facilities. For a full job description see: http://hrd.kingcounty.gov/ccs/ccsDetails.aspx Wastewater Construction Management IV LICENSE / CERTIFICATION: A Valid Washington State Driver's License APPLICATIONS PROCESS: King County application, http://www.kingcounty.gov/jobs Resume Cover letter detailing qualifications for position SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants meeting qualifications will be screened based upon the clarity, completeness, content, grammar and punctuation of their application materials. Selection process may also include written and/or computer exams, panel interview, references and final interviews. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Some physical skill and effort is required during site visits. Ability to traverse an active construction site. This position may require entry into operating wastewater facilities including confined spaces, live sewers, tanks, etc. This position may require climbing up and own maintenance hole ladders, extension ladders, and scaffolding to access the work. UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by the Technical Employees Association (TEA). For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Rodney O. Dungo Human Resource Analyst 206-263-6976 rdungo @kingcounty.gov King county and the Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) vales diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, people with disabilities, and veterans. Closing Date/Time: 1/12/2020 11:59 PM Pacific

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