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Engineering Technician- Arborist 

2-year Pilot 

Part-Time/Hourly/Unbenefited

$36.37 - $46.43 an hour

Filing Deadline: August 18, 2024 (11:59 p.m.)

Tentative Interview Date: August 29, 2024

 
Do you have a passion for urban forestry and building healthy communities?  The Town of Los Gatos Department of Parks and Public Works is looking for an individual that wants to develop and grow their experience by supporting the Town’s street tree program.  The individual will support the Town’s restoration of a healthy street tree program and reduction in heat island effect by:
 

• Updating existing mapping of street trees throughout the Town including updating the Town’s GIS to reflect current conditions.
• Working with the Town Arborist to develop a work plan to replace missing street trees throughout the Town and bid the installation of the missing trees.
• Evaluating the Town’s approved street tree list and make recommendations for updating the list.

 

The Position
 
The Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate loves working with trees and understands their value in urban areas. They will have background in forestry, urban forestry, or horticulture and at least basic knowledge of GIS and mapping principles.  The ideal candidate will have knowledge of various tree species native to the Bay area and their habitat value.  They will also have an understanding of how various trees may impact street infrastructure such as sidewalks, paving and utilities.

Responsibilities of the Candidate:  Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Work independently to review and update existing street tree mapping and tagging, with limited support from the Town Arborist and Parks and Public Works Superintendent.
• Recommend replacement trees for areas where trees are missing and develop mapping and list of trees suitable for contractors to bid on the replacement of trees.
• Oversee the installation of the trees.
• Update GIS layers with trees installed through this program.
• Review the Town’s policies and ordinances related to trees and recommend updates or changes.

 

Work Schedule: The hours and days are flexible with up to 20 hours per week available.  The work location can be flexible depending on the qualifications of the applicant. This position is funded for two years and limited to 936 hours per year. However, employment might end sooner, depending on the needs of the Department. Extra-help positions are paid hourly and are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the extra-help assignment.

Minimum Qualifications:
Completion of high school or the equivalent supplemented by course work in advanced mathematics or drafting.

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and ability is qualifying. 

Desired Qualifications:

• Candidates selected for this position must have a valid California driver's license or equivalent and be at least 18 years old on the hire date.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Native trees of the southern Bay Area, including their habitat values and suitability for various conditions.
  • Urban forestry / street tree management principles.
  • Mapping principles with GIS experience desirable.
  • Strong communication skills (verbal and written).

This position performs a variety of work in the monitoring of county, state and federal detainees and maintains the security and safety of inmates and staff.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Performs booking procedures, including receiving, booking and assigning prisoners to cells; performing body searches; fingerprinting, and photographing prisoners, etc.
• Maintains custody of prisoners’ private property.
• Maintains the safe and orderly operation of the County jail facility; monitors security cameras and door warning lights; screens and monitors visitors. Inspects all of inmates’ incoming and outgoing mail and telegrams.
• Inspects facilities regularly.
• Monitors the condition and activities of prisoners.
• Prepares prisoners for court appearances; provides transportation as necessary.
• Administers First Aid in emergency situations.
• Performs general office work, including but not limited to entering computer data, copying and filing documents, etc.
• Prepares and submits required records and reports.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

The work assignments can vary from field maintenance to the office environment. Incumbents are encouraged to use various software programs and applications for field verification, audits and reports. Our service area is “right sized” for a wide range of field activities. Ideal candidates will be exposed to small maintenance and customer service tasks to complex system improvements and repairs. Water System Operators will be exposed to GIS use and training in addition to regulatory structure and reporting. You will find a supportive atmosphere that will assist in reaching common goals in water distribution and service. Upward mobility is encouraged through training and education and recognizing the individual’s strengths and experience.

Water System Operator I

This is the entry-level class in the Water System Operator classification series. This class is responsible for providing support for assigned water operations and programs. Initially under close supervision, incumbents with basic maintenance experience learn City infrastructure, systems and facilities, use of tools and equipment, and a wide variety of practices and procedures. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the II level, but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence.

Water System Operator II

This is the journey-level class in the Water System Operator classification series responsible for performing the full range of technical duties required to ensure that City infrastructure, systems, and facilities to which assigned are maintained in a safe and effective working condition and provide the highest level of safety for public use. Responsibilities include inspecting and attending to assigned areas in a timely manner, and performing a wide variety of tasks in the maintenance and repair of assigned facilities and systems. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from Senior Water System Operator in that the latter is responsible for technical and functional supervision of lower-level maintenance staff and for performing the most complex duties assigned to the series.

The Water System Operator class series is flexibly staffed and positions at the II level are normally filled by advancement from the I level; progression to the II level is subject to management approval and is dependent on the incumbent (i) performing the full range of duties assigned to the II level, and (ii) acquiring the knowledge, skill, and experience necessary to meet the minimum qualifications for the II level of the series.

A job description, including examples of typical job functions and qualifying knowledge, skills, and abilities, is available by clicking on the Job Description link.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

      Water System Operator I

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
• One (1) year of experience in construction, maintenance, and/or repair of water utilities and/or related facilities, systems and appurtenances, including the use of hand and power tools.

      Water System Operator II

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
• Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in construction, maintenance, and/or repair of water utilities and/or related facilities, systems and appurtenances or one (1) year of experience equivalent to Water Systems Operator I at the City Menlo Park.

Licenses and Certifications

     Water System Operator I

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license by time of appointment.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Grade I Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) within one (1) year of employment.

     Water System Operator II

• Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license with the appropriate endorsements may be required.
• Possession of a valid Grade II Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the SWCRB.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Backflow Device Tester Certificate issued by the American Water Works Association (AWWA) or an equivalent association.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Grade II Water Treatment Operator Certificate issued by the SWRCB may be required if treating water

Physical Demands

Must possess mobility to work in the field; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform medium to heavy physical work, to work in confined spaces and around machines, to climb and descend ladders, to operate varied hand and power tools and construction equipment, and to operate a motor vehicle and visit various City sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work and inspect work sites. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 80 pounds, or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.

The City of San José is recruiting for the Director of Environmental Services.

The Environmental Services Department's mission is to deliver world-class utility services and programs to improve the City's health, environment, and economy.

Supporting this work is a staff of 592 full time equivalent positions, an annual operating budget of approximately $471 million, and a capital budget for fiscal years 2024-2029 of approximately $1.4 billion.

The Environmental Services Director reports to and serves as a key advisor to the City Manager. The Director's Executive Management Team includes an Assistant Director, the General Manager of the Region Regional Wastewater Facility, and six Deputy Directors.

The Department provides seven core services:
1. Potable Water Delivery
2. Recycled Water Management
3. Recycle and Garbage
4. Stormwater Management
5. Sustainability and Environmental Health
6. Wastewater Management
7. Strategic Support

For additional information please visit the recruitment brochure located here:
https://www.cpshr.us/recruitment/2377-2/ For information on position duties, please visit the recruitment brochure located here:
https://www.cpshr.us/recruitment/2377-2/

The duties of the Chief Wastewater Plant Operator includes setting process control parameters, carrying out treatment plant operation and maintenance activities of complex and difficult nature, preparing regulatory agency monitoring reports for the Director of Community Services and City Manager, and exercising supervision over assigned operations, maintenance, and technical personnel.

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The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Environmental Health Supervisor! In this position, you will assume an active leadership role in environmental health program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation. You'll supervise staff in environmental health and vector control programs, and develop training programs and procedures for the Environmental Health Division. Other responsibilities may include administering projects and programs and participating in the preparation and administration of the division’s budget.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is:

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college with major coursework in environmental health, sanitation or a related biological field and four (4) years of experience equivalent to Registered Environmental Health Specialist in a public health agency. Lead level experience is highly desirable.

Must possess a valid Certificate of Registration as an Environmental Health Specialist in the State of California. Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration in the State of California as a Certified Technician in Vertebrate Vector Control and Terrestrial Invertebrate Vector Control Categories A, B, C, and D is desirable.

Other Requirements: Must be willing to work such hours as are necessary to accomplish the job requirements. Must be willing to work with potential contact with toxic and hazardous materials. Must be able to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Berkeley to meet the program needs and to fulfill the job responsibilities. When driving on City business, the incumbent is required to maintain a valid California driver’s license as well as a satisfactory driving record.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications must be received by 5:00 PM Pacific on August 19, 2024 and must include a completed application and answers 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.

This position performs a variety of work in the monitoring of county, state and federal detainees and maintains the security and safety of inmates and staff.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Performs booking procedures, including receiving, booking and assigning prisoners to cells; performing body searches; fingerprinting, and photographing prisoners, etc.
• Maintains custody of prisoners’ private property.
• Maintains the safe and orderly operation of the County jail facility; monitors security cameras and door warning lights; screens and monitors visitors. Inspects all of inmates’ incoming and outgoing mail and telegrams.
• Inspects facilities regularly.
• Monitors the condition and activities of prisoners.
• Prepares prisoners for court appearances; provides transportation as necessary.
• Administers First Aid in emergency situations.
• Performs general office work, including but not limited to entering computer data, copying and filing documents, etc.
• Prepares and submits required records and reports.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

READY TO BUILD, REPAIR AND LANDSCAPE OUR CITY?

The City of East Palo Alto Invites Applications for the Position of

MAINTENANCE WORKER II

Salary: $30.60 - $37.20 Hourly

$5,305 - $6,448 Monthly

Plus an attractive benefits package

Deadline to Apply: Friday, August 16, 2024 11:59 PM

Are you naturally enthusiastic? Do know how to maintain and repair infrastructure, streets, systems, facilities, and appurtenances? If yes, we want you on our team of Maintenance Workers. The Maintenance Worker II is the journey-level classification in the Maintenance Worker I-II series. The position performs a variety of work in the construction, modification, maintenance, and repair of City infrastructure, including buildings, parks, streets, stormwater, and/or drainage systems and facilities. The selected candidate will use and operate a variety of manual and power tools and light to heavy power-driven equipment and perform related work, as assigned.

This is an open competitive/ promotional recruitment, meaning that it is open to qualified permanent employees and any other applicants who meet the minimum qualifications. Two employment lists will be created for internal promotional and an open list of all other non-current EPA employees. 

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.