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About the Engineering Group Manager - Facility
 
The Engineering Group Manager – Facility position reports to the Deputy Director for Transit and Facility Engineering, and manages a diverse, talented team of seasoned staff. This team is well-versed in the delivery of capital projects in the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority operation and maintenance responsibility. This position is responsible for directing and leading collaboration on master planning, design development (including technical analysis in support of preliminary engineering and final design), construction management and close out, overall program/project management (including scopes, costs, schedules and quality of work), management of staff resources (both VTA and consultant), and coordination with project stakeholders within VTA and the community.

The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Supervising Transportation Engineer in the Transportation Division of the Public Works Department! In this role, you will serve as the City's technical expert in the traffic engineering field. You'll oversee administrative, technical, planning, and design work while ensuring contract compliance with specifications and engineering standards.

Current projects and opportunities in the Transportation Division include the MLK Jr Way Vision Zero Quick Build, Southside Complete Streets Project, and other projects associated with the City's safety, accessibility, and sustainability goals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in civil or traffic engineering and five years of increasingly responsible professional traffic engineering experience, three years of which were at a level equivalent to the Associate Transportation Engineer class.

Other requirements include:

• Possession of a valid California Registration as a professional Traffic Engineer or professional Civil Engineer. California Registration as a professional Traffic Engineer is preferred.
• 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, maintenance of a valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record is required.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications must be received by July 29, 2024 at 5:00 PM PST and must include a completed application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. 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.

Please click on the link below to review the job description and apply.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: 

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the selection process. Request for reasonable accommodation during the selection process may be made by contacting the Human Resources Office prior to the final filing date.

LARPD is an Equal Opportunity/ADA Employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization.

Senior Transportation Planner (New Position)
Salary: $58.96-$75.83 (hourly plus excellent benefits)

Apply by July 28, 2024 (11:59 p.m.)

The Town of Los Gatos is accepting applications for the newly created Senior Transportation Planner position in the Parks and Public Works Department. This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop a vital role within our organization.

The Senior Transportation Planner will focus on managing projects and programs that support sustainable transportation opportunities for the Town while addressing and improving mobility, safety, environmental, social, and economic conditions around transportation. The selected candidate will support the Town’s ongoing initiatives around transportation planning, including identifying grant programs and managing transportation planning related projects.  The Senior Transportation Planner will assist in the review of transportation studies and develop and implement policies related to Transportation Demand Management and Vehicle Miles Traveled in private developments.  They will manage parking programs and implement the Town’s Safe Routes to School Program. The Senior Transportation Planner will represent the Town on regional transportation committees and take the lead in identifying and securing local and competitive transportation funds.

The Ideal Candidate
The Town is looking for an experienced transportation professional who is visionary and innovative with strong leadership skills, passion for community engagement, and commitment to customer service. They will be results-oriented with strong communication skills, including public speaking, writing, listening, persuasion, and facilitation with the following experience:
 

• Researching, applying for, and managing State and Federal transportation grants.
• Presenting to elected and appointed officials, the public, and other stakeholders.
• Bicycle and pedestrian master planning on a community wide basis, both the planning phase of the work and project implementation/management. 
• Variety of mobility-related projects and programs, including bicycle, pedestrian and rideshare.
• VTA process and procedures. 
• Parking program management.
   

About the Department
The Parks and Public Works Department (PPW) is responsible for the maintenance and improvements of the Town's public parks, facilities, streets, and other infrastructure.  Our goal is to efficiently provide residents, businesses, and visitors with the highest quality service possible, with dedication and professionalism.  The Department has five service areas: Engineering, Capital Improvement, Streets and Signals, Parks, and Environmental Services. The Department also collaborates with all Town departments, and external partners and stakeholders.
 

• Engineering Services: The Engineering team provides services in the areas of encroachment permits and permitting and inspection of other work in the public right of way, including situations where new developments need to provide improvements in the right of way.  
   
• Capital Improvement: The Capital Improvement team develops and constructs capital projects across all Town assets, including improvements to roads, streetlights, parks, and Town buildings. See the annual capital budget for a list of current capital projects.
   
• Streets and Signals: The Streets and Signals team maintains the Town’s roadways, signs, and traffic signals. Traffic plays a big part in this team’s daily work as they seek to meet the needs of the community.  This includes traffic on major streets as well as on neighborhood streets where traffic calming can be a solution.
   
• Park Services: The Park Services team maintains the Town’s parks, trails, open spaces, facility grounds, median islands, parking lot landscaping, downtown planters, and the urban forest as well as administering park use fees and reservations.
   
• Environment Services: The Environmental Services team ensures that the Town is at the forefront of environmental stewardship. This team also manages the Town’s utilities, including the contract with West Valley Collection and Recycling for garbage service Town wide.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in transportation planning, city and regional planning, urban studies, civil engineering, or closely related field, and five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in transportation development programs including two (2) years of project management.  A Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university is desirable.
 
License and Certification:

• A California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment.
• Possession of a Certificate of Registration as Professional Transportation Planner or Professional Engineer in the State of California, or certification from the American Institute of Certified Planners is highly desirable.

The City of San José is a place where we use civic technology to help our community thrive.

As the 10th largest city in the nation, the City manages a large set of services and assets. The City operates on a budget of $5 billion, with 7,000 employees serving 1+ million residents and 80,000 businesses in the heart of Silicon Valley.

Information Technology's (IT) mission: Put powerful tools and information in the hands of people to unleash their brilliance in service to our community. IT enables that mission through business and infrastructure systems, cybersecurity, data management and analysis, productivity and collaboration tools, the San Jose 311 resident experience platform, data equity and privacy programs, and strategic planning. San Jose is powered by truly great people, a robust technology environment, and a strong sense of purpose.

We promote work-life integration and a focus on growth to bring out the best in our people. Come join us in making San Jose the most vibrant, equitable, sustainable, and innovative city in America!

You can visit the Information Technology Department website to learn more about us.
NOTE - The first review of applications will be on Monday, August 5, 2024. Please submit your application by 11:59 p.m. (PST) on Friday, August 2, 2024, if you would like your application to be included in the first review. Candidates who pass the first application review round will be invited to interviews on the week of August 12, 2024.

The City of San José Information Technology Department (ITD) seeks a Cybersecurity Analyst (Enterprise Supervising Technology Analyst) to support new and existing initiatives in the Cybersecurity Office. The position will focus on Risk Mitigation as well as Identity & Access Management with exposure and support on all aspects of the Cybersecurity practice, including cross-support.

The ideal candidate will be part of one of the largest, most innovative communities in the nation. Led by the City Information Security Officer (CISO), the Cybersecurity Analyst will implement and manage information and system security programs across the City that keep municipal services secure and resilient. The Cybersecurity Analysts will support the CISO and the City by administering risk identification, protection and compliance, threat detection, incident response, and recovery services for all City departments to achieve business resilience.

The City of San José requires Cybersecurity Analysts to be highly skilled and adapt quickly to deal with emerging challenges. The candidate must be able to apply expertise in all aspects of security, interface with vendors, keep their skills current, manage security projects, and provide security services to City departments with strong outcomes.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Building and maintaining a robust Identity and Access Management program with the following characteristics:
  • Auditing and Reporting
  • Role-based Access Control
  • Single Sign-On
  • Federation
  • Identity Lifecycle (Workflow management)
  • Privileged Identity Management
  • Provisioning
  • Compliance
  • Policy Management
• Defining, planning, and executing security-related projects from beginning to end.
• Managing vendors to execute tasks on demand or as part of a project.
• Building and managing a strong vulnerability management program. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with vulnerability management tools and a strong technical understanding and experience assessing vulnerabilities and identifying weaknesses in multiple operating system platforms, databases, and application servers.
• Building and managing a strong IT asset management program. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in maintaining IT asset inventories, software, hardware, and logical inventory of systems.
• Identifying and mitigating threats utilizing existing technologies. Working with other teams to mitigate identified vulnerabilities from identification to closure. Tracking and reporting mitigation efforts. Be familiar with the Plan of Action and Milestones in tracking, remediating, socializing, and getting them to completion.
• Working with other teams preparing, detecting, eradicating, and restoring operations in the event of incidents.
• Managing Plan of Action and Milestones for existing vulnerabilities
• Working with relevant teams to ensure the restoration of systems and technologies in accordance with policy and based on business group needs.
• Interfacing with the Virtual Security Operations Center (V-SOC) and using deployed tools and services to ensure system and network monitoring is taking place in accordance with defined service levels, contracts, and established standards.
• This role requires flexibility and adaptability to meet the Security needs of the ITD. The individual must be able to support other areas of expertise within the security domain, such as but not limited to NIST Cybersecurity Framework implementation, Identity Access Management, Risk Management & Compliance, Risk Assessments, Training, Audit Support, and others.

Please note that the Cybersecurity Analyst (Enterprise Supervising Technology Analyst) position is currently eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. The schedule for working remotely and onsite is subject to change.

Salary Information: The final candidate's qualifications and experience shall determine the actual salary. In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Enterprise Supervising Technology Analyst (ESTA) classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.

• Salary Range (including the 5% NPWI): $141,697.92 - $172,645.20

The ESTA classification is represented by the City Association of Management Personnel (CAMP) bargaining unit.

THE POSITION

Under the direction of the Public Works Director, or designee, the Senior Civil Engineer will perform complex professional municipal engineering duties and will lead and control the activities of the Land Development Section and may be responsible for other areas of engineering (secondary duties) as assigned.  The incumbent will exercise a full range of supervisory authority and responsibilities over assigned professional engineering and technical personnel, who may, in turn, direct the work of others.  The Senior Civil Engineer will participate in departmental projects and tasks with the Planning, Building, and Maintenance staff and perform other work as assigned.  The Senior Civil Engineer may occasionally serve as the Acting City Engineer and will also be assigned to serve as the Engineering representative for several commissions.  

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

The Senior Civil Engineer receives general direction from the Public Works Director, or designee, and exercises direct supervision over professional and technical staff.  Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Coordinate, supervise and perform responsible engineering work in connection with municipal public work projects; prepare and supervise the design of engineering plans and specifications for the construction of streets, storm drains, parks, signals and buildings and other improvements; gather data, make calculations, and recommend alternatives.
• As project engineer, perform design work including preparation of preliminary drawings, finished plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Inspect and supervise the checking of structure and/or subdivision plans for conformance to City standards; participate in the final inspection of capital improvement projects for compliance with City specifications; and prepare conditions for land use and development permits.
• Interpret the application of design criteria; check plans and specifications for accuracy of design and completeness; supervise right-of-way engineering work; review subdivision maps, improvement plans, and other engineering designs for compliance with City standards.
• Determine the need for materials, supplies and equipment, and prepare requisitions and requests. Prepare cost estimates for labor, equipment, and material to accomplish various maintenance projects.
• Administer the encroachment permit process, including issuance of permits and inspection of the work for compliance with City standards.
• Make presentations to the City Council, City Commissions, and various public agencies and community groups.
• Assist in budget preparation and administration. Supervise, train and evaluate professional and technical subordinates.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of engineering.
• Modern methods and techniques used in; the design and construction of a wide variety of public works engineering projects.
• Modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding the assigned area of engineering.
• Applicable laws and regulatory codes relevant to design and construction in the area of assignment.

Ability to:

• Plan, assign, determine priorities, and supervise work of sub- professional and professional engineering personnel; ability to make independent investigations in the review of engineering problems; ability to determine adherence to engineering specifications on a variety of public works improvement and construction projects.
• Explain technical issues to non-professional people and to deal effectively with developers, civil engineers, consultants, City staff, City Council, Commission members and general public.
• Interpret diagrams, drawings, specifications, contracts, technical journals and other information pertaining to assigned areas of responsibility.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

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

Experience: Four years experience in professional engineering work in area of assignment including one year of supervisory experience.

Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major work in civil engineering or a closely related field.                           

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE

Possession of a Certificate or Registration as a professional engineer in the state of California.  Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.

APPLICATION

A completed application and supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online at CalOpps. Deadline to apply is 5:00 p.m. on July 31, 2024.  Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the City application. 

SELECTION

The most qualified candidates will be invited for an oral board interview, based on background and experience as evidenced by their application. This position is assigned to Land Development section, therefore experience in this area is required. To be placed on an eligibility list, an applicant must receive a passing score of 70 or more from each member of the oral board panel and on the written exam. 

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION 

Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam and background check, including fingerprinting.

IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT

To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all new employees are required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States on their first day of employment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Pleasant Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), requests for special accommodations during any stage of the examination process should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department.

Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 5:00 PM

$5,000 one-time sign-on bonus

Monthly Salary: $7,718 to $9,974

Eff. 11/1/2024: 3.25% COLA and Step G added to pay schedule ($7,969 to $10,555/month)

Eff. 11/1/2025: 3.5% COLA ($8,248 to $10,924/month)

THE POSITION

The City is seeking an Assistant Engineer to perform and assist varied civil engineering work in the design, review, construction, and inspection of a variety of municipal and development projects, and to act as a general assistant to senior level departmental staff.  The ideal candidate is committed to public service and excels in and fosters a team environment.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under direction of the Public Works Director or designee, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Coordinate the development of plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) for construction and major repair of public works systems.
• Confer with supervisors and staff regarding project priorities and major repair of public works systems.
• Check subdivision plans for conformance to City standards.
• Administer construction contracts by coordinating with consulting engineers'; inspect project sites to assist in solution of difficult problems; and interpret specifications.
• Participate in the preparation of special engineering studies and reports.
• Coordinate public works systems activities with other City departments, divisions, and sections and with outside agencies.
• Assist in the preparation of the division's budget.
• Review and check tentative and final land division and subdivision improvement plans and agreements for accuracy and conformance with City codes, ordinances and policies.
• Participate in the development of Conditions of Approval for private development projects.
• Assist in the preparation of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP).
• Attend City Council meetings and represent division as required.
• Attend engineering meetings and conferences to keep abreast of current municipal engineering techniques.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of engineering as applied to public works and construction projects.
• Methods and techniques used in the design and construction of a variety of public works projects.
• Modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding the assigned area of engineering.
• Applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
• Applicable laws and regulatory codes related to development and construction.

Ability to:

• Plan, direct and coordinate public works engineering projects.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing as an agent of the City with residents, business partners, and elected officials.
• Prepare specifications, cost estimates, work schedules, plans, maps and reports.
• Make complex engineering computations and check, design, and inspect the construction of a wide variety of public and private facilities.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

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

• Experience:  Two years of experience in the performance of engineering work.
• Education:  Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in engineering.      

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate California driver's license, and a satisfactory driving record.        

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The City of Pleasant Hill offers a competitive compensation and benefits program. For detailed benefit information, please review the Memorandum of Understanding between the City and Professional & Confidential Employees Association.

• Sign-on Bonus:  One-time $5,000 bonus.  $2,500 on hire and $2,500 after successful completion of 1 year probation. The bonus is subject to taxes and is not reportable to CalPERS.
• Monthly salary: $7,718 to $9,974 and appointment will be based on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant.  Effective 11/1/2024: 3.25% COLA and Step G added to pay schedule ($7,969 to $10,555/month).  Effective 11/1/2025: 3.5% COLA ($8,248 to $10,924/month).
• Health/Medical Benefit: Choice of coverage with Kaiser or Blue Shield. The City pays 75% of the Kaiser monthly premium at each coverage level. In lieu of medical coverage, the employee may elect to receive $400 (employee only coverage) or $500 (employee + 1 coverage) or $600 (family coverage) in cash or a pre-tax contribution into a MissionSquare Retirement 457 deferred compensation plan.
• Dental & Vision Coverage: City-paid for employee and eligible dependents.
• CalPERS Retirement: Enrollment in either 2%@60 (Classic Member) or 2%@62 (PEPRA New Member).
• MissionSquare Retirement 457 Deferred Compensation & Roth IRA Plans: Voluntary plans available to all employees.
• Retirement Health Savings Program: City contributes $75/month.
• Life Insurance: City provided life insurance coverage ($50,000).
• Long Term Disability: City-paid long-term disability coverage.
• Medicare: Employees contribute 1.45% to Medicare with employer match.
• Flexible Spending Account (Section 125 Plan): Dependent care and out-of-pocket medical costs may be paid on a pre-tax basis.
• Holidays: City recognizes 14 paid holidays per year.
• Sick Leave:  Earned at the rate of one day per month.
• Vacation: Earned at the rate of 12 days per year, increasing with service years.
• Personal Leave: One day per year to take off as a personal leave day.
• The City does not participate in Social Security.

APPLICATION

Deadline to apply is 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 31, 2024.  Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the City application. 

SELECTION

The most qualified candidates will be invited for an oral board interview, based on background and experience as evidenced by their application. A written exam may be included as part of the selection process. To be placed on an eligibility list, an applicant must receive a passing score of 70 or more from each member of the oral board panel and on the written exam. 

IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT

To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all new employees are required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States on their first day of employment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Pleasant Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), requests for special accommodations during any stage of the examination process should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department.

Are you a bright, motivated, and skilled Information Technology (IT) professional who values the preservation of open space and public access to preserves? Do you enjoy providing excellent customer service to a diverse employee group on a variety of IT issues? The IT Technician I position at Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (Midpen) is an exciting opportunity to bring your IT expertise to support our mission. The ideal candidate will be operationally minded and ready to take on new technical challenges. This position is part of the Information Systems and Technology (IST) Department, which is a lean and high functioning department. The person chosen for this role will have an opportunity to work in all aspects of technology.  The IST Department is responsible for all District related IT and GIS services. The expected start date is on or around late-September 2024.

About Midpen: Midpen helps plants, animals and people thrive throughout the greater Santa Cruz Mountains region by preserving a greenbelt of more than 70,000 acres of public open space with 250 miles of trails in 27 extraordinary preserves, permanently protected for natural resource conservation and ecologically sensitive public enjoyment and education. Midpen is a public agency with a focused mission that guides our work, and where every employee makes an impact. If you are looking for an outstanding opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space protection, natural resource restoration, outdoor recreation and environmental education, working with an incredible team of like-minded colleagues, we invite you to apply for this position! Check out the Working for Midpen video on our Employment Opportunities page.

About the Position:  The incumbent will be a part of a cohesive team of 13 in the Information Systems and Technology Department. Midpen aims to recruit and retain employees who embody professionalism, accountability, respect, and who value working in a purpose-driven agency that aspires to contribute to an inclusive, diverse and equitable community. The IT Technician I is an entry-level classification responsible for performing routine support assignments. Whether it is dealing with a break/fix or working on setup or configuration of District devices, the IT Technician will play an active role helping to manage District devices. Devices include laptop workstations, servers, printers, wireless access points, mobile devices, AV equipment and other network devices.  Additionally, this position provides high quality internal customer service, as well as foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.  The IT Technician I is organized, professional, and collaborative with excellent oral and written communication skills, who enjoys working in a group dynamic. The IT Technician job description, can be found on the Job Description page on our website. 

A Few Reasons Why You May Love This Job

• Collaborative work that directly supports Midpen’s mission to protect and restore the natural environment
• You’ll be part of a talented and dynamic team whose work contributes to providing nature’s benefits to everyone
• Excellent employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and a retirement pension through California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)

Work Environment:  This position is part of Administrative Services at Midpen’s office in Los Altos, California and reports to the IT Program Administrator.  The focus is on in-person support to our internal customers and therefore this position will work fully onsite, Monday through Friday and occasional evenings to support in-person public meetings The selected individual may work a 9/80 schedule depending on staffing levels and operational needs. The position will also require work at the various District field offices. Fieldwork will require driving District vehicles in remote areas on dirt roads, working in temperatures ranging from cold and blustery to hot and dry.

Midpen reserves the right to limit or deny off-duty employment or business ownership which creates a conflict of interest or an incompatibility with District employment. Additional information can be found in the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual Section 4.13 Off-Duty Employment and Business Ownership.

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: 

Equivalent to an Associate’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field or two (2) years of responsible experience providing technical support in the installation, maintenance, and repair of systems which includes personal computing or mobile computing.

Licenses & Certifications Required:   Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Benefits:   Midpen provides an excellent benefits package including health, life & disability insurance as well as CalPERS pension. Please see the Benefits page on our website for details.

How to Apply: apply online at CalOpps.org

(To avoid missing email communication about this recruitment, add mpropenspace@calopps.org to your contacts or list of safe senders.)

Application deadline: Sunday, August 4, 2024.  Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for an interview.

The following application items are required in order to be considered*:

1. Fully completed CalOpps employment application 

2. Cover letter 

3. Resume 

4. Supplemental question responses

*Incomplete CalOpps employment applications, or applications without the required application items listed here, will not be considered for the position.

Interview Schedule: (We are unable to accommodate individual schedules)

First Interview (virtual): Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Written Exercise (virtual): Monday, August 26, 2024

Second Interview (in person):  Thursday, August 29, 2024              

A note to applicants who currently live outside of the San Francisco Bay Area: before committing to the application process, and if you haven’t done so already, we suggest evaluating the feasibility of relocation. We recommend researching the cost of living in the San Francisco Bay Area, the cost to relocate, and typical commute times to Los Altos from outlying areas.

At Midpen, we believe open space is for all. Our public lands are shared spaces provided for the community by the community. All people, regardless of background, deserve respect, dignity, safety, and a sense of belonging. Midpen welcomes all people to enjoy the public open space preserves we hold in trust, supporting the mental, physical, and social well-being of our region.

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation by contacting the Human Resources department at

(650) 691-1200 or via email at hr@openspace.org.   

Put your passion for Open Space to work!

Join an agency committed to creating a healthy breathing environment for every Bay Area resident while protecting and improving public health, air quality, and the global climate!

The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (Air District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment. The Air District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices.
 
The Air District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma.

The Air District is currently accepting applications for the position of Principal Air Quality Engineer in the Engineering Division. This is an open recruitment for one (1) vacancy which is a full-time, represented position.

About the Position
The AB617 Principal Engineer (AB617 Role) will join a high performing and motivated team of professionals who work in partnership with the communities most impacted by air pollution.  You will have the opportunity to contribute to the successful preparation and implementation of community-scale air quality plans in partnership with Air District staff, community members, partner organizations, local governments, the California Air Resources Board, and other state agencies.  With knowledge of the Air District’s permitting and risk reduction programs, you will lead the division’s participation in internal and external AB617 engagement, including communicating the role of the division; analyzing, reporting, and presenting information about stationary sources, emission inventories, permits, and risk reduction; participating in community meetings; proposing and guiding discussions on emission reduction strategies and development of plans and programs to implement environmental justice and civil rights.
 
The Principal Air Quality Engineer for the Engineering Division may perform the other complex and highly specialized air quality engineering work such as, but not limited to, processing permit applications for complex facilities; analyzing air emissions and other metadata; evaluating program effectiveness; and providing project leadership. The Principal Air Quality Engineers review, mentor staff, and provides training. The Principal Air Quality Engineer may also participate or lead complex, sensitive and controversial projects.  The incumbent in this position may provide technical presentations on complex and/or sensitive engineering activities to the Board of Directors, public, industry, or other agencies.  The Principal Air Quality Engineer will also represent the Air District while participating in working groups comprised of public, industry and other agencies. Researches, develops, and documents guidance for calculating emissions.

The City of Lincoln is hiring for the position of Administrative Analyst I/II in the Information Technology Department.

This position performs professional administrative, analytical and technical duties in providing staff assistance to a City department; develops, implements and administers assigned program responsibilities, including budget preparation and financial management; conducts research, performs grant coordination services; performs other related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Administrative Analyst I

The Administrative Analyst I is the entry-level class in the Administrative Analyst series that allows the incumbent to develop journey level knowledge and abilities. Initially, under immediate supervision, incumbents perform the more routine and less complex support assignments while learning City policies and procedures. As experience is gained, there is greater independence of action within established guidelines. This classification is alternatively staffed with Administrative Analyst II and incumbents may advance to the higher-level after gaining experience and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher-level class.

Administrative Analyst II

The Administrative Analyst II is the full professional level class in which the incumbent is expected to independently perform the full scope of administrative analysis and research on new and current program activities as assigned.  Take on additional duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED

Administrative Analyst I

Receives immediate supervision from the department head or designee. May exercise functional and technical supervision.

Administrative Analyst II

Receives general supervision from the department head or designee. May exercise functional and technical supervision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Include but are not limited to the following:

• Performs professional administrative, analytical and technical duties in providing staff assistance to a City department.
• Coordinates department budget, analysis and administration; monitors expenditures.
• Conducts research and provides administrative assistance within a department.
• Coordinates grant services, including writing, scheduling, seeking out, and identifying grants and assigning staff to follow up with the application process as necessary.
• Oversees a variety of special projects; prepares a wide variety of reports, manuals, procedures and publications; conducts policy and legislative analysis.
• Coordinates assigned work with related activities by other City departments, governmental organizations and public organizations; identifies interdepartmental cooperation opportunities.
• Provide assistance in resolving operational and administration issues; identify issues and conduct research to find alternative solutions; make and assist in the implementation of recommendations.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading written reports and work-related documents. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. Additionally, the incumbent in this position may work in all weather conditions including wet, hot and cold. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 25 pounds also is required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

The following are a representative sample of the KSA’s necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Knowledge of:  Operational characteristics, services and activities of assigned program area; Principles, practices and methods of administrative and organizational analysis; principles and practices of program and budget development and implementation; grant writing and administration; public administration policies and procedures; principles, structuring and organization of municipal agencies; methods and techniques of supervision, training and motivation; basic principles of mathematics; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations; methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; standard office procedures, practices and equipment; modern office equipment including a computer and applicable software; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing; proper English, spelling and grammar; occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Skill to:  Operate an office computer and a variety of word processing, spreadsheet and other software applications; type accurately from clear copy at a rate of 45 net words per minute.

Ability to:­  Perform a full range of responsible analytical and administrative duties in support of assigned programs functions, and/or department involving the use of independent judgement and personal initiative; Analyze financial, budgetary, administrative, operational and organizational problems, evaluate alternatives and reach sound conclusions; develop and coordinate work programs and grants; develop and administer a budget; prepare clear and concise administrative documents and reports; create and manage Excel spreadsheets; research, compile, analyze, interpret and prepare a variety of fiscal, statistical and administrative reports; implement, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations; train, supervise and motivate assigned staff; read, interpret and record data accurately; perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately; make adjustments to standard operating procedures to improve effectiveness and comply with regulatory changes as appropriate; organize, prioritize and follow-up on work assignments; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; analyze a complex issue, and develop and implement an appropriate response; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

The process may include an in-basket exercise, individual interviews, panel interviews and/or other related components.  Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to the process. The candidate selected for the position will be required to complete a background check including reference checks, fingerprint check, medical/drug-test evaluation and/or other related components.

Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities.  Please advise HR of any special needs a minimum of five days in advance of the selection process exam by calling (916) 434-3229. The City of Lincoln is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.