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The City of San Pablo is actively recruiting for a Senior Building Inspector who under general direction, leads, oversees, and participates in the inspection of complex building systems at various stages of construction, alterations, and repair; to coordinate and schedule inspections; and to participate in the review of building plans and specifications. 

This is an advanced journey-level class in the Building Inspector series. Incumbent of this class perform the most complex building inspections work requiring the use of considerable independent judgement and initiative. A Senior Building Inspector is expected to assume responsibility for inspections scheduling, coordinating inspections activities with other departments, and to provide training to lower level Building Inspectors.

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The City of Thousand Oaks has an excellent opportunity for a Combination Building Inspector I/II/Senior!

This position(s) may be filled as Combination Building Inspector I ($36.0157 - $48.2645 per hour), Combination Building Inspector II ($39.7935 - $53.3271 per hour), or Senior Combination Building Inspector ($43.9679 - $58.9212 per hour), depending on candidate experience and qualifications.

The Combination Building Inspector must possess excellent customer service and communication skills, be self-motivated, exercise discretion and independent judgment, and project a very professional image through in-person, phone, and e-mail interactions at all times. Additionally, this position will plan check in specialized areas such as plumbing and mechanical.

The Senior Combination Building Inspector will lead, oversee, and participate in the more complex inspection duties associated with commercial and residential enforcement of building, zoning, and related codes and regulations governing the construction, alteration, repair, and use of buildings and structures.  Additionally, this position will provide lead supervision to assigned staff as needed.

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs the more skilled inspection work in the enforcement of building, zoning, fire, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, housing, energy, accessibility, and related codes and regulations governing the construction, alteration, repair and use of buildings and structures
• Reads and interprets plans and specifications for inspection on commercial and residential buildings and related construction on commercial and residential buildings and related construction involving installation, repair, replacement and alterations for compliance with codes and regulations
• Performs the more skilled building inspections on commercial sites before construction to determine validity of permits and compliance with regulations
• Participates in the development of policies and procedures; recommends programs and projects to Building Inspections personnel
• Ensures a high-performance, customer service-oriented work environment that supports the department and City’s mission, objectives, and values
• Confers and coordinates with, and provides information and assistance to owners, architects, engineers, contractors, builders, and the general public in the field and office; explains and interprets applicable codes, ordinances, and zoning regulations

 

SENIOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Trains assigned employees in their areas of work including building inspection methods, procedures, and techniques; serves as a resource for staff to ensure consistency and effectiveness in enforcing building codes and carrying out policy
• Leads, plans, trains, and reviews the work of staff responsible for performing skilled inspection work in the enforcement of building, zoning, fire, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, housing, and related codes and regulations governing the construction, alteration, repair, and use of buildings and structures
• Provides leadership and works with staff to ensure a high-performance and customer service-oriented work environment that supports achieving the department’s and the City’s mission, objectives, and values.
• Assists other building inspection staff, departments, and divisions with questions, inspections, and compliance issues.
• Assists in the preparation of legal documents such as warrants for inspection, citation briefs, and demolition or repair orders; tracks extended cases through the court system and coordinates action with the City Attorney’s office.
• Keeps informed of changes and new legislation pertaining to building codes and regulations that affect the work of the department, and ensures that appropriate staff is informed and current.
• Participates in the development of policies and procedures; recommends programs and projects to higher-level Building Inspections personnel.
• Performs counter plan checks and reviews field revisions and/or as-built plans as necessary; ensures compliance with City, state, and federal construction, maintenance, use, health, safety, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing laws, codes, and standards.

 

9180-Manager VI, Technology Portfolio Manager, Finance and IT Division - SF Municipal Transportation Agency

Recruitment: RTF0148849-01103409

Published: July 22, 2024

Accepting applications until: August 19, 2024

Contact:

Melissa Lee - Melissa.Lee@sfmta.com

 

Department: Municipal Transportation Agency
Job class: 9180-Manager VI, Municipal Transportation Agency
Starting salary range: $174,252.00 - $222,430.00 (Range A)
Role type: Permanent Exempt What does this mean?
Hours: Full-time

 

About:

This job announcement has been amended to include the desirable qualifications of the position.

APPOINTMENT TYPE: Permanent Exempt - Full Time - This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer.

Application Opening: July 19, 2024

Deadline to Apply: 11:59pm Pacific Time on August 19, 2024

Recruitment ID: PEX-9180-148850

Salary: $174,252 - $222,430 (Range A)

⚠️IMPORTANT⚠️: Your application MUST include responses to the supplemental questionnaire found here: https://forms.office.com/r/wZSF3j9A1L

Applicants must complete the supplemental questionnaire and the online application by the filing deadline. A cover letter and resume must be attached to the online application. The application, resume, and cover letter will not be reviewed without a completed supplemental questionnaire and vice versa.

 

Division:                        Finance and Information Technology

Section/Unit:                Technology Solutions and Integration

Work Location:            1 South Van Ness, 3rd Floor, San Francisco, CA

Work Hours:                 Monday – Friday, 8AM-5PM

 

Role description

Company Description:

Technology is at the core of the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency’s (SFMTA’s) mission and future. It is an exciting time to work at the SFMTA as we develop new tools, rethink systems, and modernize transportation. This is an opportunity to work with stakeholders and business units across the SFMTA. Through these channels, the Technology Services Unit is helping bring modern transportation services and infrastructure to our customers. Your work will impact the lives of all San Francisco residents and many more visitors and commuters that use our transportation services and infrastructure.

Position Description:

Under the direction of Chief Technology Officer, the Technology Portfolio Manager will manage the System Integration for Intelligent Transportation Systems unit and oversee a portfolio of $30M capital projects in the Comm/IT Capital Improvement Program. The Technology Portfolio Manager is responsible for maintaining fiscal, schedule and technical control of the project and maintaining strong working relationships with clients and technicians throughout the project. The Technology Portfolio Manager will be responsible for data solution operations through an in-depth understanding of hardware and software solutions and coordination of project managers and field technicians. This role will contribute to the strategic design process to identify more integration opportunities and is accountable for staff performance in managing the workload and quality control of the portfolio of projects.

Examples of Important and Essential Duties

• Provides governance & oversight of projects and programs to ensure project goals or objectives are accomplished within approved time frame, scope and budget.
• Responsible for the planning and on boarding of projects and programs.
• Maintains and communicates overall portfolio financials.
• Responsible for maximizing resource allocation based on resource availability and prioritized projects.
• Provides leadership and motivation to project team members throughout the project life cycle and confer with project staff to outline work plan.
• Acts as a coach to junior project managers, executives and others who need assistance and advice regarding project management practices.
• Establishes work plan and staffing for project activities, iterations or phases and arranges for recruitment or assignment of project personnel.
• Reviews and analyzes project proposals or plans to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing projects, staffing requirements and allotment of available departmental resources to various project phases.
• Reviews/approves work plan of external service provider or consultancy contracted to execute project.
• Implements project communication plan.
• Conducts risk assessment and mitigation.
• Monitors project activities, ensuring the currency, quality and integrity of the information, while providing consistency in content and "look and feel" across the enterprise.
• Ensures that project goals are accomplished and in line with business objectives.
• Assigns duties, responsibilities and scope of authority to project personnel.
• Directs and coordinates activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within budget.
• Reviews status reports prepared by project personnel and modifies schedules or plans as required.
• Establishes standards and procedures for project reporting and documentation.
• Continuously benchmarks project management performance to identify improvements and achieve higher capability maturity in Project Portfolio Management (PPM).
• Performs related duties as assigned.

 

How to qualify

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; AND
2. Six (6) years of professional-level experience overseeing enterprise-level technology projects. Professional-level experience in the functional area consists of interpreting laws and regulations, and/or exercising independent judgment in the application of defined principles, practices, and regulations; AND
3. Three (3) years of experience must include supervising professional-level staff that interpret laws and regulations, and/or exercise independent judgment in the application of defined principles, practices, and regulations.

Substitution:

Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education in Minimum Qualifications on a year-for-year basis. One year (2000 hours) of qualifying experience will be considered equivalent to thirty (30) semester units/forty-five (45) quarter units.

Possession of an advanced degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of the required non-supervisory experience listed above. This substitution may not be applied to the required three (3) years of supervisory experience.

Notes:

1. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

2. One (1) year full-time experience is equivalent to 2000 hours. (2000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week). Any overtime hours that you work above forty (40) hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full-time experience.

 

Desirable Qualifications:

The stated desirable qualifications may be used to identify candidates advancing to the interview process and/or to identify job finalist(s) at the end of the selection process when referred for hiring.

• Distinctive blend of business, technology, systems engineering, financial and communication skills, as this is a highly visible position with substantial impact
• Experience implementing the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Systems Engineering Guidebook for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) or experience implementing other systems engineering methodologies.
• Knowledge of project management methodology and experience or familiarity with major defined project management approaches (for example, waterfall, PMI, Prince II or agile) knowledge of project planning, scheduling and control tools with demonstrated experience.
• Clear and concise communication skills; expertise in setting and managing customer expectations.
• Effective influencing and negotiating skills in an environment where this role may not directly control resources.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of business needs, with the ability to establish and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence.
• Ability to support a tactical resource plan by mapping future demand to forecast project completions in the project portfolio.
• Experience managing contracts over $10 million and multiple vendors on multi-year projects.

What else should I know?

Verification:

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

Selection Process:

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

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

This recruitment may be utilized to fill similar positions in this classification at SFMTA.

For questions or inquiries, please contact the analyst, Melissa Lee at melissa.lee@sfmta.com.

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

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

Applications accepted until Friday, August 23, 2024 

Written Exam: Thursday, September 12

Oral Exams: TBA

Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing a city application.

DEFINITION

Under direction of the Chief Building Supervisor/Building Official, to assist in inspecting buildings and building construction for conformance with regulations, to perform construction contract management and inspections, and to do related work as required.

 

 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Enforces building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, energy, and fire codes; issues permits for all building activities; does plan checks on all construction, sewer connections, and septic tank installation, to ensure code compliance; investigates violations and checks all complaints regarding building procedures; works closely with Fire Marshall’s office on plan checks and fire code enforcement; enforces zoning code regulations and business licenses; gives information to the public regarding codes and ordinances, and confers with owners, architects, and engineers regarding design construction and filing of records, plans, maps, and similar documents; keeps records and prepares reports.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:  State and local building and fire codes and ordinances, provisions of electrical and plumbing regulations, principles and techniques of building construction, principles of structural design and basic engineering mathematics, building materials and accepted safety standards, standard installation procedures for electrical and plumbing facilities, and local zoning regulations.

 

Ability to:  Analyze, interpret, and check building plans and specifications; understand, interpret and apply laws and regulations; prepare clear and concise written reports; use a computer to record, organize, and monitor all building inspection activities including written reports; maintain cooperative working relationships with engineers, architects contractors, government officials, employees, and the general public.  Interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

 

Experience:  Three years of progressively responsible experience in a variety of building inspection or construction work.

 

Education:  Graduation from high school or equivalent.

 

Certification:  Possession of a “International Code Council Building Inspector Certification” , is desirable, or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months  of  hire date.

 

The following certifications are desirable:

• International Code Council, International Conference of Plumbing and Mechanical Inspectors, or equivalent organization: 
  • Electrical Inspector certification
  • Mechanical Inspector certification
  • Plumbing Inspector certification
     

License:  Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License.

The Department of Transportation (DOT) plans, develops, operates, and maintains transportation facilities, services, and related systems which contribute to the livability and economic health of the City. We comprise a team of more than 500 people ready to serve the needs of our residents to improve the efficiency and safety of San José streets. We are an energetic and innovative team that is improving transportation in the nation's 13th largest city, while focusing on safety, sustainability, and active public life! For more information about DOT, visit www.sanjoseca.gov/transportation .The Department of Transportation is currently seeking to fill two (2) vacant Analyst I/II positions in the Administrative Services Division, Human Resources Program. These positions will assist in recruitment activities and other HR-related functions.

The ideal candidate is someone with previous recruitment and HR experience. Attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, and a strong customer service perspective are critical.

These positions report to the DOT Human Resources Manager and will have the following responsibilities:

• Serve as a liaison for central HR Recruiters (Business Partners) and Department hiring managers to ensure recruitment processes are followed to fill vacancies efficiently.
• Work directly with hiring managers to assess vacancies, create job announcements, review applications, coordinate interviews and practical exams, conduct reference checks, and complete the hiring process.
• May coordinate and conduct formal and informal training to nearly every level of department staff, including assisting staff in understanding the recruitment process, recruitment reports or other general HR and departmental recruitment policies and procedures.
• Process all HR related transactions pertaining to recruitments and qualifying promotions, as well as probation related transactions.
• Update the department org chart and DOT's HR SharePoint Hub.
• Assist in informal disciplinary actions.

The total salary range for these classifications are as follows:

• Analyst I: $88,954.32 to $108,108.00
• Analyst II: $97,078.80 to $117,979.68

This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates' qualifications and experience.
 

The Town is searching for one (1) Development Review Technician at the I, II or Senior level.

The Town seeks a customer service forward Development Review Technician I/II/Senior to perform technical and administrative work in development review services including Planning and Building; assists the public at the counter, on the phone, over email, and other communications methods; provides technical information related to the application for and issuance of permit applications; accepts plans, calculates fees, routes and processes applications; and performs related work as required. This position serves as the front desk ambassador to the community at the front counter.

This position will report to the Planning and Building Director.

 

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DEFINITION

Manages the Town's transportation program, including engineering, planning, budgeting, construction and maintenance of the Town's traffic network and transportation infrastructure system and a team of professional personnel.  Oversees multi-modal transportation projects, traffic safety and congestion reduction programs, traffic studies, and initiatives.  Provides supervision to assigned staff.  Maintains effective working relationships with Town employees, community members, state and county agencies, and appropriate others in support of assigned duties.

 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from the Development Services Director.  General supervision is exercised over professional staff. 

 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Essential duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for assigned division; interprets and complies with all applicable local, state and federal regulations (e.g. MUTCD, etc.).
• Develops and monitors the division’s budget; oversees financial well-being of the division by analyzing cost effectiveness and directing cost control activities.
• Oversees the budgeting, planning, engineering, and construction of Town’s transportation capital improvement projects.
• Oversees and directs workflow for multiple programs and functions (e.g. Neighborhood Traffic Management Program, etc.). 
• Evaluates, analyzes, prepares, reviews, and submits routine and specialized technical reports.
• Coordinate interdepartmental responses to transportation and traffic projects; work closely with engineering, maintenance, planning, and police staff on a wide-range of municipal transportation and traffic issues.
• Oversees transportation review of the traffic and transportation requirements for land development projects; prepare scope of work for traffic impact studies; reviews traffic impact studies, makes comments and recommendation for approval.  
• Oversees the operation and maintenance of the Town’s traffic, bicycle and pedestrian signals and related infrastructure, including inspections, troubleshooting, and contracting for major repairs.
• Review accident reports and prepare collision diagrams. 
• Review and comment on new traffic signal plans and assist with field inspection of new traffic signals; monitor traffic signal operations and make proactive field adjustments and enhancements. 
• Apply highway design standards, criteria, and policies; utilize accident and traffic volume records and traffic control device inventory to produce a complete and creative solution to traffic problems.
• Apply for and secure funds for targeted transportation grants.
• Makes presentations to Town Council, boards, commissions, and citizen groups.
• Staff liaison to a number of multi-agency Joint Powers Authorities and Regional Committees to ensure multi-agency collaboration on regional issues and programs are met and that multi-agency services are being provided efficiently and effectively; collaborates closely with Town Council liaison to the Committee(s), as well as other agencies’ elected officials.
• Coordinates, corresponds and interacts directly with citizens, customers, staff, etc., for transportation engineering services (e.g. safety, traffic calming, sight distance, speed management, active transportation, etc.).
• Respond to citizen inquiries, suggestions, and concerns for safety and/or solutions to unique traffic problems by creatively utilizing acceptable traffic engineering standards.
• Represents the Town before boards, commissions, and committees addressing transportation issues in southwest Contra Costa County
• Performs emergency or disaster-related duties as assigned; and
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, and techniques of transportation planning and traffic engineering.
• Fundamentals of traffic engineering, including human and vehicular characteristics, intersection and roadway capacity, transportation impact studies, traffic signal operations, intersection design, residential street design and traffic control, on and off‑street parking, traffic control devices; traffic signal operations at isolated intersections and coordinated signal systems, and site planning.
• Recent developments, current literature and sources of information regarding transportation planning and traffic engineering.

 

Ability to:

• Prepare clear and concise written reports and correspondence.
• Make presentations before the Town Council and other organizations.
• Apply transportation planning and traffic engineering knowledge to specific technical problems.
• Layout and design a wide variety of traffic implementation plans.
• Deal tactfully and effectively with the general public, civic and community groups, public officials and consultants.

 

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

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

 

Experience:

Five (5) years of progressive experience in civil engineering, traffic engineering, transportation planning, or closely related field including at least two (2) years of supervisory experience.

 

Education:

A bachelor’s degree in transportation planning, traffic engineering or closely related field.

 

LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATION(S)

Possession of a valid California State Driver's License, or license in another state with the ability to obtain a California license within 30 days of hire. Registration as a Traffic Engineer is desired but not mandatory.

General

The Manager, Transit Oriented Development works under the general direction of the Director of Real Estate & Property Development, and the direct supervision of the Deputy Director of Real Estate & Development, and is responsible for implementing all real estate activities necessary to support Transit Oriented Development (TOD) projects of the San Mateo County Transit District (SamTrans), the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board (Caltrain), and the San Mateo County Transportation Authority (TA).

Essential Functions & Duties

 

• Supervise Property Management staff who manage the Agency’s lease portfolio. Hire, mentor, and take appropriate corrective and/or disciplinary action. Participate in selection, coordinate staff training, establish performance objectives, and perform performance appraisals.
• Manage TOD programs on SamTrans and TA-owned real estate. Provide support to develop, plan, negotiate, and implement the TOD and Joint Development Project programs.
• Oversee development business plans and financial forecasts of potential and proposed real estate projects.
• Serve as subject matter expert on federal, state, and regional statutes, proposed legislation, and regulations pertaining to TOD.
• Monitor and advocate for SamTrans’ interests, with the help of government affairs, in legislation relating to development, density, etc, for promotion of TOD and joint development.
• Serve as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders on all TOD matters.

Examples of Essential Duties:

• Oversee the daily functions, operations, and real estate activities in support of the TOD and Joint Development Program.
• Manage all aspects of the TOD projects from beginning to completion including policy development and maintenance, project planning, stakeholder meetings, budget, schedule, entitlement process, RFP/RFQ, developer selection process, Board Presentations, etc. 
• Lead negotiations for long term land leases and other disposition agreements for TOD and joint development projects.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support development opportunities; resolve issues; and to develop consensus on project and schedule.
• Work closely with community members, neighborhood councils, businesses, property owners, neighborhood groups, and various public/private organizations to address concerns.
• General property research
• Collaboration with internal divisions to further TOD goals and objectives employees and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Sufficient experience, training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. In lieu of a degree, work-related experience that demonstrates the skills and experience necessary to perform this role will be accepted. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to: 

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Five years of full time progressively responsible real estate development and TOD planning experience.
• Two years of experience in a supervisory role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Effective oral, written, and presentation skills.
• Experience with project management is desired.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

 

Additional Information

Supervision: Works under works under the general direction of the Director of Real Estate & Property Development, and the direct supervision of the Deputy Director of Real Estate & Development, who establishes goals and objectives, and evaluates performance.

The selection process may include a panel interview, written and skills test assessments, or supplemental questions.  Only those candidates who are the most qualified will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to continue in the process.      

 

How to Apply

• Complete an online employment application by 11:59 p.m. of the listed closing date.  A resume will not be accepted in lieu of the application.  Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

• The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.  If you have a need for an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.   

• We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace environment.  We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  Minorities, Women, Persons with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply. 

The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Senior Planner! In this role, you will provide lead direction and conduct complex projects in the area of Transportation, Land Use, or Rent Stabilization. The current vacancy is in the Transportation Division of the Public Works Department.

As a Senior Planner in Transportation, you will lead the Vision Zero Program, aiming to eliminate severe injury and fatality traffic crashes by 2028. With the support of an Associate Planner (Vision Zero Program Coordinator), you will be responsible for managing program elements outlined in the Berkeley Vision Zero Action Plan, including administration, interdepartmental and interagency coordination, capital projects, and public awareness initiatives. You'll serve as project manager for major corridor and "quick build" capital projects on the Vision Zero High Injury Streets, and will lead the conceptual design, public engagement, environmental clearance and Berkeley City Council approval of these projects.

In the Land Use Division of the Planning and Development Department, the Senior Planner is responsible for managing complex and large projects, including General Plan updates, plans focused on Berkeley’s Priority Development Areas, Zoning Ordinance amendments, grant-funded projects, and State-mandated reports and projects.

When assigned to the Rent Stabilization Board, the Senior Planner leads projects and programs associated with Berkeley’s Rent Ordinance, which regulates most residential rents in Berkeley, protects tenants against unwarranted evictions, and is intended to maintain affordable housing and preserve community diversity.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this classification is:
Equivalent to graduation from a four year college or university with major coursework in city or regional planning, urban planning, or a field related to the work, and four (4) years of professional planning experience, including two (2) years at a level equivalent to that of the Associate Planner.

Progressively responsible related experience may be substituted for the college coursework on a year-for-year basis.

Must be able to attend evening meetings as required. A valid California driver's license is desirable. 

 

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis. Applicants must submit:

• A completed application, including accurate education and work history; and
• Responses to the supplemental questions.

Please note that resumes are not a substitute for a completed application.

Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format.

The Community Development Department is seeking two (2) Housing Specialists.

Why Join our Department?
The Community Development Department, comprised of Planning, Neighborhood Improvement and Housing, Code Enforcement, and Building, provides a broad range of functions relating the development of the community. The Neighborhood Improvement and Housing Division provides development and maintenance of affordable housing and oversees community grants. You will be joining a team of talented professionals in a dynamic, collaborative work environment dedicated to serving the San Mateo community. You will work alongside a team of focused and highly motivated professionals who use their talent to provide essential development review and inspection services to our residents and businesses on a daily basis. The Housing Specialist I/II position is an exciting opportunity for a talented professional to join a great organization and make a valuable contribution to the Housing Division within the Community Development Department. Collaboration, innovation, respect, accountability, creativity, transparency, thoughtfulness, and informed risk-taking are attributes and competencies that we are seeking in the candidate.

Look to some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GTIzeSpc_g. 

What You’ll Do
The Housing Specialist performs professional level work to implement varied housing programs and policies, grant and City loan management, and community engagement. The current vacancy may be filled at either level based on experience.

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

• Review, analyze, and administer federal, state and local programs to meet City housing and community development needs; structure and modify programs to meet specific City circumstances.
• Act as project manager for City sponsored affordable housing projects, carrying such projects from site acquisition through financing to construction and lease-up.
• Conduct outreach and organize and lead in-person and virtual workshops with the public about housing needs in the community and policy related to housing production, preservation, and protection; attend meetings as a City representative, as assigned.
• Support the Housing & Neighborhood Services Manager with implementation of the policies and programs in the City’s 2023-31 Housing Element. 
• Process housing and commercial loans and grants from application through construction completion and loan servicing; determine property improvement needs; originate loans; prepare specifications and coordinate project bidding and management stages; conduct progress inspections and authorize disbursements; mediate disputes between the property owner and the contractor.
• Publicize and prepare marketing information for the City's various housing and redevelopment projects; meet with individuals and groups to disseminate such information.
• Conduct various studies and analyses regarding project feasibility and economic returns; prepare statistical, financial, environmental, and other technical analyses and reports.
• Assist with the acquisition and disposal of real property; assist in the administration of the resale program for City sponsored affordable housing.
• Maintain accurate records and files of assigned projects and cases; monitor funds expended; prepare a variety of periodic and special reports related to grant, loan and City sponsored programs; may provide input into annual budget requests and assist with monitoring the budget.

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at: https://www.cityofsanmateo.org/DocumentCenter/Index/86.

The Housing Specialist receives general supervision from the Housing Supervisor or higher-level department personnel and may exercise technical and functional supervision over lower-level staff as assigned.