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The Construction Secretary will assist the Chief of Construction, Construction Services Manager and the Construction Project Analyst with administrative tasks within the division.   

This position requires a highly motivated, responsible, organized, problem-solver and self-starter individual who can handle an array of tasks, has excellent written and verbal communication skills, has good judgement, and works independently or as part of a team. The individual must be able to come up with multiple solutions to any given problem, in areas that may be outside their expertise, and be willing to take on uncertain challenges.

This is a supportive role to the construction division with high use of various computer software, research, problem solving and communication skills for a person at a intermediate level. The work performed will support MRCA’s new construction operations, emergency projects, general improvements to parks, and other efforts related to public access, open space conservation, habitat restoration, and urban park development. 

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Supervision

This position reports to the Chief of Construction. Assorted tasks may be supervised by the Construction Services Manager and the Construction Project Analyst.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Coordinate material orders, delivery and invoices.
• Maintain division files, including documentation of and authorization for expenses, project progress, contracts, project budgets, contacts, and correspondence.
• Order materials, equipment, and tools.  Coordinate delivery/pick up of items.
• Prepare and maintain vendor and agency phone and mailing lists.
• Assist in planning and coordination of construction projects.
• Handle all Construction Division correspondence in a timely manner.
• Prepare written materials (reports, graphs, memos, etc.) for the Construction Division.
• Assist with MRCA’s Safety Program committee and write reports on safety issues for agency wide distribution.
• Assist with MRCA’s Labor Compliance Program.
• Conduct tailgate safety meetings biweekly with construction team.
• Assist with MRCA’s pesticide use program and reporting
• Maintain records of agency utilities.
• Maintain good habits of answering and responding to incoming telephone calls, correspondence, and when communicating and providing customer service to citizens who seek assistance.
• Maintain positive relationships with coworkers, representatives of other government agencies, non-profit organizations, homeowner’s associations, and the public at large.
• Perform related duties as required.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position, occasionally move about inside the office to access supplies and office machinery, frequently communicate and exchange information, review handwritten, electronic and facsimile documents, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery. The employee must occasionally move items weighing up to 20 pounds inside the office.

Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week with some scheduling flexibility. Occasional overtime work on evenings or weekends upon prior approval by supervisor. The position will work out of the Los Angeles River Center and Gardens but may be required to travel to various other locations. Offices at the River Center are spread among multiple buildings and floors. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• High school diploma or GED certificate. A.A. degree preferred.
• Two (2) years performing administrative duties.
• Experience in construction field preferred.   

• Must have a valid California driver’s license in good standing with a satisfactory driving record at the time of hire.
• Basic First Aid and CPR certification (or ability to complete within 6 months).

• Proficiency in Windows-based programs including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Proficiency in grammar, spelling and basic mathematics. 
• Knowledge of operating standard office equipment. 
• Office practices and procedures.
• Bilingual skills in English and another locally common language, such as Spanish, is desired.

• Prioritize varying tasks and projects and manage multiple projects at once.
• Work independently to handle multiple tasks under deadlines.
• Revise work approach and/or tactics to address changing conditions.
• Complete projects and follow oral and written directions.
• Quickly change tasks and focus.
• Learn technical material as needed.
• Innovate and improve processes.
• Learn new software including WordPerfect.
• Exercise discretion and sensitivity to confidential information.

• Excellent oral and written English language skills. Not required to be a native English speaker, but fluency in English is required. 
• Bilingual in Spanish is highly desirable.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relations with those contacted in the course of wok including the general public.

This job announcement is not intended to, and does not, create an employment contract of any kind and does not create any express or implied contractual obligations. Employment at MRCA is at-will without exception. The employee and MRCA may terminate employment at any time with or without advance notice and with or without cause.

Any provision contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked at any time without notice.

The position is responsible for the performance of both the day-to-day power settlements among NCPA members, Western, California, and Federal electricity markets, local balancing authority area operators (CAISO, BANC, EIM), as well as settlement activities associated with NCPA Power Management’s Service Customers. Other responsibilities include tracking and meter data management validation duties, GHG (Greenhouse Gas) monitoring and analysis, analysis and testing associated with new CAISO market initiatives, and comprehensive analytic or technical studies, as required, including proceedings before state and federal regulatory agencies and public officials. This is a full journey-level position capable of performing all the duties and responsibilities of the Settlements Analyst I. Performs the full range of duties as assigned, receiving only occasional instruction, training, or assistance as new or unusual situations arise. Additionally, incumbents perform a variety of assigned complex technical and professional work in the areas of power accounts settlements, budgeting, systems development, and audit. Incumbents also provide technical analysis and assistance to staff, Members, contractual participants, and others, as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This position requires that the incumbent report for work on time and maintain satisfactory attendance in accordance with Agency policy; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives to meetings and appointments on time; Performs special assignments as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Responsibilities:
Provides technical advice, functional instruction, and guidance to less experienced Power Settlement staff as needed. Trains new Power Settlements Analysts and cross trains as roles evolve. Recommends personnel actions. Prepares and presents training/tutorials on All Resources Bill, Pre-Bill process, Power Settlement processes overall, and various other topics, as needed, in person or via webinars (s) to NCPA Members and Project Participant staff.

Serves as subject matter expert, working with Information Services, on Power Settlements application requirements, such as All Resources Bill enhancements, and testing system enhancements in development.

Implements and operates complicated power settlements systems. Prepares complex analytical reports and supporting documentation.

Provides analysis, integration, and implementation of new energy market initiatives and/or customers/Scheduling Coordination accounts (e.g., ISO, Western Energy Imbalance Market (“EIM”), renewable generating resources, Community Choice Energy/Aggregators (“CCE”).

Monitors settlements associated with Renewable Energy Credits and acts as or provides support to NCPA’s Qualified Reporting Entity representative; registers credits on the Western Renewable Energy Generation Information System (“WREGIS”) or its successor.

Monitors settlements functions of Western capacity and energy allocations, market purchases and sales, Pool transmission activity, and other transactions as they occur; Prepares or reviews power settlement transactions for proper budget classification.

Conducts special studies requiring complex, voluminous, and detailed analysis of power costs and revenues. Recommends operational changes that provide better value to Members and Participants.

Coordinates and participates in the development, analysis, and monitoring of the Agency's power supply budgets. Acts as power settlements representative to other department managers and supervisors in regard to cost summary and budgetary reports.

Assists with the implementation of systems, policies, and procedures and special projects requiring highly technical study and analyses. Recommends changes or modifications to methods or systems as applicable.

Assists with formal budget and other presentations to upper management and the governing body.
Performs special assignments for the Power Settlements Supervisor or others as assigned, including preparation of testimony and exhibits for presentation before state and national regulatory proceedings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from a four-year college or university with an emphasis on quantitative analysis, plus four (4) years of prior experience as a Power Settlements Analyst I or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES 
Knowledge:
Knowledge of California Independent System Operator settlements procedures for tariff services and Metered Subsystem services; NCPA settlements procedures for scheduling coordinator services and the ten-member power pool; California Energy Imbalance Markets; NCPA’s Western (WAPA) contracts
California’s Green House Gas rules; CARB renewable energy credits; Knowledge of NCPA settlements procedures for scheduling coordinator services and the ten-member power pool.

Abilities:
Ability to retrieve detailed records and summary-level data from NCPA’s Oracle database systems through the use of Structured Query Language (“SQL”) statements in proprietary software (e.g., SAS, Toad, SQL Developer, Oracle Database Connection [“ODBC”]) and process through proprietary or open-source software programming applications (e.g., SAS, Visual Basic for Applications [“VBA”], R, Python, Excel workbooks); Ability to read, analyze, and interpret CAISO tariff, NCPA operating agreements, and contracts, standard industry power purchase agreements, technical procedures, and governmental regulations; Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public; and the Ability to analyze and interpret settlement formulas expressed in summation notation.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Valid California Driver's License and insurance. 

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences and is free from discrimination.
 

The City of Fremont City Manager's Office is recruiting for Management Analyst I/II (Communications/Legislative Affairs).

The first review of applications is Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. (PST). The recruitment may close without notice after this date so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. 
 

A resume and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) must be submitted with the completed City application.

The Position

Working at the City of Fremont offers expansive opportunities for growth and development and the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment. The City Manager’s Office has three Management Analyst I/II positions that are responsible for performing varied technical, professional administrative and analytical duties in support of a broad range of the City Manager's Office's operations. The City Manager’s Office is currently seeking a highly motivated candidate to fill a MA I/II position to help support the City’s state and federal legislative affairs and communications activities.

The Urban Forestry Division of the City of Fremont has two paid internships available for immediate hiring.  Through a variety of tasks and duties, interns will gain well-rounded, first-hand work experience and observational knowledge in the fields of urban forestry management and municipal administration.

The Role

The role consists of assisting city staff in the preservation, maintenance, and sustainable growth of Fremont’s urban forest. Examples of division responsibilities include program administration, tree assessment, community outreach and education, grant management, data collection and analysis, contracts and vendor management, project management, as well as other related responsibilities.

Examples of duties that may be assigned to interns include processing data through the city’s GIS- based tree data management system, reviewing and processing permit applications, developing and supervising tree planting initiatives, conducting public outreach and education, providing technical expertise, completing field work and assessments, Urban Forestry Management Plan implementation, and other duties as assigned.

With assistance from city staff and resources, this role will be expected to achieve International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) arborist certification before the term ends.

     Pool Manager

The City of San Bruno invites you to join our team! Do you like working in a fast-paced environment? Are you a people person? Do you want to serve your community? If you said yes to any and all of these, then we want you to be a part of the brand-new Recreation and Aquatics Center staff which will be opening in early 2024. The brand-new facility features a full Gymnasium, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a weight room, group exercise room and multiple rooms for City classes and rentals.

What we offer:

• Flexible work schedules
• Competitive wages
• Position for all levels of experience
• A FUN work environment

Position Details:

Under general supervision, this position is assigned to perform a variety of duties to support the users of various indoor and outdoor City facilities and programs. The Recreation Specialist will oversee programs and rental activities. This includes opening and closing buildings, managing swimming pool patrons and activities, monitoring facility use including facility and guest safety during rentals, setting up tables and chairs for rentals, City programs and events, performing light janitorial and custodial duties, ensuring compliance of established rules and procedures for the use of facilities, and performing other duties as required. Within this classification, specific positions will include: Senior Facility Attendant, Pool Manager (Lifeguard certification required) and Manager on Duty (MOD) for the facility.

Examples of Duties for these positions may include:

• Overseeing operation of swimming pools or “dry” activities and rentals
• Staff lead for issues related to programs and customers
• Opening and/or closing facility
• Monitoring facility for safety, cleanliness and appropriate use
• Checking daily facility schedule and/or rental setup diagrams
• Set up and break down the facility for rentals and events

• Cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing assigned program area
• Greeting patrons and answering phone calls
• Providing patrons with information regarding programs, rentals, facility directions, schedules, site rules, policies and regulations.
• Maintain professional, courteous behavior toward co-workers, members of the public, and all other contacts in the course of work.
• Directing patron questions to the appropriate department when necessary
• Use computer for data entry, roster printing, processing registrations, memberships, rental reservation and POS system
• Providing first aid care in the event of incident and writing incident report
• Assist with miscellaneous office tasks, i.e. retrieving and distributing mail, receiving shipments, delivering items to program sites
• Set-up and operate audio, video, or other technology focused equipment for programs, uses, and events.
• Assist with activities including but not limited to sports, wellness, programs, classes and special events

• Promptly reporting facility or customer issues to supervisor
• Assist in the inventory of facility supplies and equipment.
• Performing related duties as assigned

Recreation Specialist-Pool Manager Duties and qualifications:

• Manages and supervises assigned operations to achieve goals within available resources
• Provides leadership and direction in the development of short and long term plans
• Supervises classes and co-sponsored programs
• Actively scan the pool, deck and locker rooms for safety and potential hazards and address the situation properly to remedy it
• Recognize and respond to emergencies in accordance with the facility emergency action plan
• Know and enforce all facility rules, policies, and procedures while providing a safe and enjoyable environment for all patrons
• Perform daily inspections or equipment and facility; correct and/or report any and all unsafe conditions to supervisor
• Teach swim lessons and aquatic classes to a variety of skill and age levels; evaluate participants according to program outlines and goals
• Lifeguard Instructor certification required
• Must test negative for Tuberculosis within the past 2 years
•  Must be patient and courteous with all members of the public
• Be dependable and punctual
• Ability to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to withstand exposure to the elements outdoors and in enclosed spaces
• Perform other duties as assigned

Working Conditions:

Work is assigned at both indoor and outdoor facilities, and may include exposure to unsanitary conditions, odors, cleaning chemicals, and some noise. The successful candidate must be able to work variable hours, including mornings, late evenings, holidays, and weekends.

What Happens Next?

• Candidate Review: January 2024
• Interviews: January 2024
• Pre-Employment Process: January 2024 - February 2024
• Conditional Offers: January 2024 - February 2024
• Start dates and Training: Early 2024

Physical Demands

Light to moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds); pushing; pulling; crawling; climbing; and prolonged periods of standing. Lifting above the shoulders, working off a ladder, manual dexterity, and good vision and hearing are also required.

Typical Qualifications

Ideal candidates enjoy working with the public and possess elevated customer services skills. In addition, the candidate possesses the following competencies: 

• Effectively manages one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.  
• Places a high priority on the customer’s perspective when making decisions and taking action and implements excellent customer service

• Takes prompt action to accomplish work goals; takes action to achieve results beyond what is required; is proactive. 
• Accomplishes tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how detailed. 
• Shows concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checks processes and tasks. 
• Maintains effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment. 
• Clearly and succinctly conveys information to individuals, groups, and supervisor.
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment
• Proactively checks facility schedules at beginning of shift
• Promptly responds to supervisor communications regarding schedule and facility issues

Supplemental Position Information:

Part-time temporary employees serve in an at-will capacity and understand that service with the City may be dismissed at any time. This position does not provide any benefits, apart from paid sick leave. In accordance with the Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act of 2014, all temporary, part-time, and seasonal employees, who on or after July 1, 2015, work in California for 30 or more days within a year from the commencement of employment are entitled to paid sick leave for prescribed purposes.  Employees will accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked and are entitled to use accrued sick days beginning on the 90th day of employment. Employees may use up to 24 hours (or 3 days) of accrued sick leave in each year of employment.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must apply on Governmentjobs.com/careers/sanbruno. This is a continuous recruitment with various cut-off dates. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to be considered first for first choice placement. These positions will remain open until filled. The City of San Bruno utilizes a merit-based selection system that is competitive and based on broad outreach efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to take part in a process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness, and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position.

Reasonable Accommodations

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices. The City of San Bruno Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate disabled applicants. Individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the process must inform the Human Resources Department by the final filing date by emailing hr@sanbruno.ca.gov

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Please apply here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/dublinca/jobs/4257531/lifeguard-swim-instructor

JOB TYPE

Part-Time, Temporary/Seasonal

THE POSITION

The City of Dublin is currently accepting applications for seasonal employment at The Wave at Emerald Glen Park.  For information, call the Parks and Community Services Department at (925) 574-4800.

The Lifeguard/Swim Instructor position may be assigned to the following areas:

Lifeguard

Under general supervision, the Lifeguard performs lifeguard duties in enforcing City public swimming pool rules and monitoring pool patron conduct; perform emergency rescue and lifesaving techniques.

Swim Instructor

Under general supervision, the Swim Instructor performs swim instructor duties in planning, coordinating and teaching swimming and water safety courses, enforcing City public swimming pool rules and monitoring pool patron conduct.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

Lifeguard

• Enforce swimming pool rules and regulations, including ensuring orderly conduct by pool patrons.
• Assist in providing instruction for a variety of swimming classes for all ages and ability levels. Assist swimmers who are in distress and administer a variety of first aid and/or life saving techniques, as appropriate.
• Assist in maintaining pool areas in a safe and clean condition.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Swim Instructor

• Assist in providing instruction for a variety of swimming classes for all ages and ability levels.
• Assist in maintaining pool areas in a safe and clean condition.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The Department: 

SVP currently provides over 600 Megawatts of power to residential and business customers within Santa Clara, of which 40 percent of comes from carbon-free renewable resources. In addition to using green energy from large-scale wind, solar, geothermal and hydroelectric projects outside of the area, SVP employs innovative ways to locally produce electricity by operating Thermal Generation facilities utilizing Simple Cycle, Combined Cycle, and Cogeneration technologies. It is the mission of Silicon Valley Power to be a progressive, service-oriented utility, offering reliable, competitively priced services for the benefit of Santa Clara and its customers. Being competitive in the marketplace with a continuous focus on customer service, SVP can provide economic value to the City of Santa Clara and its customers while maintaining low residential rates and offering competitive rates for all customers.

The Positions: 

Silicon Valley Power is recruiting to fill various Electric Program Manager positions in the following specialties: Capital Project, Contracts, Distributed Energy Resources and Storage, Environmental, Safety, and System Operations.  

Capital Project Management

The focus and priority of this position will be to perform complex professional project management work to support the successful completion of over $300 million in near-term capital improvement program projects to support electric utility load growth.  The position is assigned to the customer development and project management unit which manages, plans, and oversees the development and implementation of the capital improvement program. This position will report to the Principal Electric Utility Engineer overseeing the System Expansion Program and will work collaboratively on the management of these critical projects. The individual will perform and manage the work related to planning, design, construction, operations, and maintenance of utility projects, including receiving stations, substations, electric transmission and distribution facilities, and other electrical infrastructure.  The incumbent is expected to manage consultants and directly administer public works contracts. Experience in electric utility engineering, utility asset management, GIS and work order management system is desirable.

• Distinguishing Characteristics/Experience:
  1. Direct knowledge in managing, planning, and overseeing the development and implementation of Capital Improvement Program(s) (CIP).
  2. Ability to provide extensive, in-depth, and specialized administrative, budgetary, financial, and compliance research, analysis, and support.
  3. Experience in management, engineering, financial, high-level administrative planning and analysis, and/or project management experience.

Contracts Portfolio 

The focus and priority of this position will be to perform complex professional work to support the development and management of SVP’s contracts portfolio.  SVP’s operation requires hundreds of unique contracts including specialized services agreements, leases, agreements with customers for substation construction, funding and deposits, public works contracts, license agreements, power purchase and resource adequacy agreements, as well as other unique agreements.  The position is assigned to the Business Services Division.  The incumbent will both lead staff supporting contracts functions and have direct involvement in negotiating and reviewing contracts.   Experience in utility contracts is desirable.

• Distinguishing Characteristics/Experience:
  • Direct knowledge and experience in contracts review, negotiating, and management for a variety of contract types.
  • Ability to providing extensive, in-depth, and specialized administrative, budgetary, financial, and compliance research, analysis, and support
  • Experience in managing and assigning work to administrative and clerical staff.

 

Distributed Energy Resources, Renewable Energy and Power Purchase Contracts

This position develops and implements cutting edge programs entailing distributed and renewable generation, energy storage, demand response, and microgrids. Incumbents perform professional level, individual work in project development.  Duties may include supervising and participating in the conduct of studies and surveys, data interpretation, forecasting, commodity purchasing, contract negotiation, pricing/rate making, engineering studies, development of policies and procedures, evaluating regulatory and legislative initiatives, preparing, reviewing, and managing budgets and operations.  Commodity purchasing and contract negotiation may include evaluation and development of strategies for electricity generation, both distributed and utility scale. Incumbents may supervise management and non-management staff and act as project team leaders and manage programs and projects.  Project management responsibilities include preparing RFPs, evaluating proposals, and managing contractors and consultants. 

 

Environmental

This position will ensure the City’s compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulatory agency requirements and guidelines pertaining to Air Quality, Water, Wastewater, Storm water, and Industrial waste.   This position will work with staff across multiple Divisions to develop, implement, and perform procedures and guidelines designed to ensure compliance and develop staff.  They will compose, compile, track, and analyze information related to regulatory, program, and compliance oversight. This position will act as SVP’s Subject Matter Expert and provide technical and functional advisement to Management and Staff concerning Environmental Compliance. This position requires in-depth knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws/regulations. This position also requires the ability to forecast and identify compliance issues and to develop mitigation strategies to correct issues. The position will also assist in the development of budgets, service contracts and training programs.

Safety

This position establishes, implements, and enforces an effective department wide safety and compliance program that prevents injury and illness. They will work to ensure that employees, both management and non-management, comply with the rules and regulations of Federal, State and Local Regulatory Agencies, and that company safety and compliance policies and procedures are consistently followed.

The position will also facilitate the development and completion of the department’s compliance and controls register, controls testing and auditing, standards development and review, horizon scanning for new and changing regulatory requirements, and serving as an OSHA subject matter for the department. The position will also assist in the development of budgets, service contracts and training programs. 

System Operations

This position will administer programs for work management, maintenance monitoring and asset management focused in all areas of Utility Operations (Metering, Substations, Transmission and Distribution). This position will also be responsible for the performance, review, and implementation of improvements to these programs.  The position will develop, maintain, and improve SVP’s Outage Management System. This position will work to ensure compliance with all applicable NERC standards and seek constant improvement in SVP Work and Safety standards affecting System Operations. The position will also assist in the development of budgets, service contracts and training programs. 

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

 

 THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW.  IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS.  ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. 

This description may not include all the duties listed below, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be performed.

Under general direction, the incumbent will:
•    Plan, develop, implement, evaluate, and manage an assigned program or core department service area; Supervise subordinate supervisory, professional, technical, and/or clerical staff; participate in the selection, hiring, training, and coaching of staff; conduct performance evaluations; and implement disciplinary actions as required; 
•    Research and analyze program operations to ensure effective utilization of resources and increase productivity of work, provide regular reporting measures, conduct presentations, and make recommendations to management; 
•    Plan and implement work plans and projects for assigned area; 
•    Oversee daily operations of assigned program area and safety ensuring that all applicable regulatory requirements are followed; 
•    Develop and monitor resource models and/or programs in alignment with State, Federal and local regulations and policies; 
•    Deliver and manage communications to internal and external customers; 
•    Administer program budget, including budget preparation, forecasting, and monitoring expenses and revenue; 
•    Plan, implement, and monitor program or service area goals and objectives in alignment with Department goals to ensure effective programming and operations; 
•    Monitor and report on assigned area activities, including managing resources, tracking short and long-term work activities and provide recommendations to management staff to improve efficiency in assigned area; 
•    Serve as the subject matter expert in assigned specialty and provides consultation to subordinates, vendors, and management on assigned area of expertise; 
•    Set the standard for safety and adhere to all applicable safety and environmental standards and regulations, including City safety standards and policies; 
•    May act as a representative of the Department in assigned program or service area; 
•    Implement programs which may include such functions as scheduling, coordinating, and assigning staff to projects;
•    Oversee request for proposal processes, participate in the preparation of vendor contracts, negotiate contracts, and act as lead contract administrator for planned program objectives;
•    Prepare a variety of narrative and periodic reports to keep management informed of program/project status;
•    Implement program audit systems to ensure appropriate use of public funds;
•    Develop qualitative and quantitative measures to evaluate program/project financial status, customer satisfaction, contractor performance, and public relations;
•    Maintain current knowledge of external program trends and legislation to ensure necessary compliance;
•    May represent the Department and participate in regional and state efforts to meet compliance, legislative and societal goals;
•    Develop, implement and evaluate marketing and educational materials to present to internal and external customers;
•    Use City computer applications (including but not limited to Microsoft Suite) and databases to track program status and funds and use; 
•    Prepare reports, memos, and supporting documentation; 
•    May act as Division Manager on a temporary basis, as assigned; and
•    Perform other related duties as assigned.

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

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

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

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

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

Other Requirements:  

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

CONFLICT OF INTEREST 

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

Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee admittance into the examination process.  Only the most qualified candidates who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will be invited to interview. 

 

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. 

Knowledge of:
•    Local, State and Federal Laws related to environmental, safety, health, electrical system construction, maintenance, inspection, and NERC regulations pertaining Electric Utilities;
•    Best practice utility maintenance and project planning strategies and methods;
•    Cost-benefit and return on investment analysis for proposed programs
•    Basic understanding of Electric Utility economics, methodologies and principles; 
•    Best practice utility compliance, maintenance and operations methods; 
•    Electric department contract methodologies;
•    Project management tools and methodologies, including workload planning and budgeting;
•    Project and workload planning;
•    Preparation, negotiation, and administration of contracts and fiscal planning;
•    Negotiation techniques and strategies;
•    Principles and practices of customer service;
•    Research methods and statistical analysis;
•    Principles and practices of management, employee supervision, training, and performance evaluation;
•    Pertinent State, Federal, and Local laws and regulations for assigned specialty area; 
•    Problem solving and conflict resolution practices and techniques; and
•    Office safety practices, procedures and standards.

Ability to:
•    Develop, implement, and monitor programs and projects;
•    Effectively problem solve with various teams and management to improve and streamline processes;
•    Supervise staff in compliance with applicable Memorandum of Understandings
•    Analyze situations, identify problems, and exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines;
•    Identify, research and gather relevant information from a variety of sources;
•    Collect and analyze data and prepare a variety of statistical and narrative reports;
•    Operate standard office equipment and learn City databases and software programs; 
•    Develop and maintain electronic databases;
•    Effectively develop, negotiate, and monitor contracts;
•    Interpret and apply laws and regulations, policies and procedures;
•    Communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing and carry out oral and written instructions;
•    Prepare and present clear, concise and complex written and oral reports and presentations;
•    Develop and conduct effective public relations programs on assigned specialty; 
•    Speak effectively before large groups of people;
•    Establish and maintain tactful, courteous and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including the general public;
•    Work independently with minimal supervision;
•    Work effectively as a member of the department to achieve common goals and be able to deliver excellent customer service to both internal and external City clients;
•    Work effectively in time-sensitive situations and meet deadlines;
•    Coordinate multiple projects and complex tasks simultaneously;
•    Develop creative and practical solutions to complex and difficult problems; and
•    Bend, stoop, reach, carry, climb, and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties.
 

Additional Information: 

You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applications must be filled out completely (i.e. do not write “see resume or personnel file.”)  To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter and, 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov.  Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis for consideration to the position.  If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed. A first review of applications will be on September 18, 2023. 

 

The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov. 

The Position

This new Urban Landscape Manager will have a primary focus on park capital maintenance projects and all phases of park maintenance contractor service agreements under the direction of the Park Superintendent. Together both of the Urban Landscape Managers will manage park staff and contractors in the care and upkeep of parks, medians, municipal landscape and hardscape, trails and open space. This includes assisting the Park Superintendent with administrative duties, short and long-term planning, organizing and supervising park maintenance operations and functions.
 
Examples of Duties

• Oversee assigned park maintenance capital projects and ensure all purchasing and legal requirements are met.
• Plan, schedule, organize, manage and assign work within sections of the Park Maintenance Division.
• Supervise employees as needed in performing park maintenance activities.
• Assign, train, direct, evaluate and assist in selecting subordinate staff.
• Monitor and prepare employee performance evaluations and plan staff development.
• Determine the needs and direct the development of staff training in work techniques, safety and other work-related matters.
• With assistance from the Park Superintendent, review, mediate and resolve personnel problems, and administer discipline.
• Meet regularly with Park Superintendent to discuss program issues and receive input and/or direction on pertinent issues. When required, develop related recommendations to resolve problems.
• Develop and maintain work productivity measures and direct operational changes.
• Review field activities, confer with staff and direct the corrections of any noted deficiencies or deviations from accepted practices.
• Assigned projects should be completed within approved budget and timeline and any variance need to be communicated to the Superintendent for approval.
• Provide input for operating and capital improvement plan budget development.
• Prepare estimate of maintenance impacts due to park or landscape improvements.
• Monitor expenditures to ensure conformance with the Division’s budget.
• Prepare bid materials, contracts and specifications for the maintenance of City owned landscaped areas.
• Assist with consultants’ selection, contract administration and inspection of the work of contractors.
• Determine the type of work to be done, and the personnel and equipment required to complete the work.
• Coordinate with other departments as needed on assigned capital projects.
• Interpret and communicate appropriate application of policy and operational procedures.
• Confer with staff to review and monitor operations and program implementation.
• Coordinate activities of the Parks and Urban Landscape functions with those of other City units and outside agencies.
• Maintain  records and  prepare  a variety  of  complex  reports  and  memoranda  on  every  aspect  of  the section including maintenance reports on proposed landscape development projects and chemical reports for the County Agricultural Commissioner
• Other related duties as assigned.

The Department: 

SVP currently provides over 600 Megawatts of power to residential and business customers within Santa Clara, of which 40 percent of comes from carbon-free renewable resources. In addition to using green energy from large-scale wind, solar, geothermal and hydroelectric projects outside of the area, SVP employs innovative ways to locally produce electricity by operating Thermal Generation facilities utilizing Simple Cycle, Combined Cycle, and Cogeneration technologies. It is the mission of Silicon Valley Power to be a progressive, service-oriented utility, offering reliable, competitively priced services for the benefit of Santa Clara and its customers. Being competitive in the marketplace with a continuous focus on customer service, SVP can provide economic value to the City of Santa Clara and its customers while maintaining low residential rates and offering competitive rates for all customers.

The Position: 

This is a professional, management position in the unclassified service responsible for scheduling, purchasing, and managing Silicon Valley Power (SVP) electric and hydro energy requirements in the hour ahead and real-time markets by optimizing those resources and by dispatching the generation plants, scheduling water flows and making sales of surplus resources in order to serve our customers consistent with SVP"s risk parameters. This position requires working 12 hour day and night shifts along with holiday and weekend shifts. SVP operates a 24/7 real time desk which is the primary responsibility of this position.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.   

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESDIES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW.  IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS.  ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW.

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

This description may not include all the duties listed below, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be performed.
Under general direction:
• Develop and submit schedules based on contract requirements and prudent economics to cover City load and to ensure the timely flow of Silicon Valley Power, South West (SW) electric and hydro resources;
• Coordinate energy, capacity, transmission, and ancillary service transactions with the appropriate broker, marketer, utility, generator, scheduling coordinator, and/or control area working within counter-party credit limits;
• Create and/or assess all electronic tags pursuant to Western Electric Coordinating Council (WECC)/ National Energy Regulatory Commission (NERC) Policies, South West (SW) business practices, and Independent System Operator (ISO) requirements;
• Adjust schedules real-time during emergency transmission derates or curtailments;
• Manage resources to meet NERC/SVP reliability criteria during all operating conditions;
• Determine resource costs and availability considering existing market conditions, generating plant limitations, maintenance, outages, transmission ratings and curtailments, and existing contract provisions;
• Conduct economic analysis of current resource options and market opportunities;
• Continually evaluate market conditions (including ISO ex-post prices, imbalance energy prices, ancillary service costs and transmission and congestion price differences), generating plant limitations, maintenance, outages, transmission ratings and curtailments, and existing contract provisions;
• Negotiate purchases and sales of energy, capacity, ancillary services and the purchase of transmission to meet load and SW trading objectives;
• Conduct economic analysis of current resource options and market opportunities;
• Determine optimal short-term use of existing power purchase contracts based on market information;
• Develop an hourly trading strategy for energy, capacity, transmission, and/or ancillary services by dispatching resources in a correct way;
• Evaluate and optimize the resources in real-time, to generation dispatch, capacity needs, energy, transmission and ancillary services purchases and sales;
• Utilize various market applications, including but not limited to California Independent System Operator (CISO) applications to submit capacity, energy, transmission, and ancillary service bids in power scheduling and power trading;
• Implement South West (SW) Trading Guidelines and management directives;
• Ensure that NERC/SVP reliability criteria are met;
• Prepare real-time documentation and reports for after-the-fact analysis;
• Develop pricing strategies for energy limited resources;
• Negotiate with assigned SW stakeholders
• Manage resources to meet WECC/NERC reliability criteria during all operating conditions;
• Work with trading staff to develop pricing strategy for energy-limited resources;
• Perform contingency analysis to develop optimized strategy for the dispatch of generation resources, and to optimize purchases and sales of capacity, energy, transmission, and ancillary service;
• Manage hydro reservoir levels and in-flows to ensure economic dispatch of SW’s projects;
• Prepare and submit all reports required as a scheduling coordinator including inter-tie, California Central System Operator (CISO), and South West (SW);
• Adjust/optimize/balance schedules to account for system outages;
• Provide training of co-workers;
• Forecast weather conditions by using like seasons, days and temperatures;
• Forecast customer energy requirements considering historical demands and applicable load shapes;
• Develop and maintain harmonious operations with interconnected utilities, wholesale entities, electric and hydro trading partners and other stakeholders through the use of effective communications practices; and
• Perform other related work as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education and experience equivalent to:
•  Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a closely related field; and
• Three (3) years experience in public or private sector power scheduling or trading and/or Independent System Operator (ISO) scheduling.

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

SPECIAL CONDITIONS
• Incumbents must have the ability to work, as assigned, to schedules that may include Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and non-traditional work hours; and a willingness to work overtime as required.
• Candidates hired into this position may have to pass an initial and periodic, comprehensive background checks, which include fingerprinting, to meet Federal, State and/or industry security requirements.  Incumbents will have to meet any Federal (FERC and NERC) and State (CPUC) mandated certifications.
• Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment.

Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee admittance into the examination process.  Only the most qualified candidates who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will be invited to interview.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

Knowledge of:
• Wholesale and retail electric utility business, Hydro reservoir monitoring for optimum SW dispatch, dispatch of generation resources, production costs of energy by fuel type, system load characteristics and load curves;
• Market applications, including but not limited to ICE and CISO;
• Real-time evaluation and optimization procedures for generation dispatch, capacity needs, energy, transmission and ancillary services, purchases and sales;
• WECC/NERC policies and SW Business Practices;
• Trading procedures, systems to track and analyze capacity, energy, transmission, and ancillary service transactions, market strategies for wholesale purchases and sales of electricity and relevant trading directives;
• Schedule transactions, scheduling procedures, management directives, and how to solve scheduling conflicts;
• Scheduling and tagging procedures based on SW, CISO, WECC contract requirements and reporting requirements;
• Integrated power system operations and SW, NERC, FERC, and CISO policies, procedures, protocols and business practices;
• Research, planning and technical analysis for complex scheduling projects and preparation of reports including recommendations;
• Research methods and statistical analysis, complex spreadsheets and database applications and project and workload planning;
•  Work-related computer applications, including e-mail, word processing, spreadsheets, databases and the internet;
• Applicable laws, regulations and permits affecting the electric utility industry;
• Customer energy requirements and real-time weather forecasting, and
• Business practices, contract principles, financial statements, and economic analysis techniques.
Ability to:
• Apply the principles of power generation and transmission systems, including interconnected utility operations;
• Implement the integration of purchases and sales to economically reduce overall costs of energy and energy management systems;
• Interpret, explain and apply complex contracts, policies, protocols and business practices, implement strategies associated with short-term trading, and negotiate transactions;
• Interpret and explain complex contracts, policies, protocols, and business practices;
• Evaluate capacity, energy, and transmission transactions, implement market strategies to complete wholesale purchases of electricity, and perform economic analysis to determine benefit/cost of wholesale power market purchases and sales;
• Draw conclusions and project consequences of decisions and recommendations;
• Establish and maintain positive and effective relationships with City employees, contractors and other governmental representatives;
• Work as team player and be willing to deliver excellent customer service to both internal and external City clients;
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing to consistently represent facts and situations accurately, transmit information concisely and in an effective manner, and present a balanced picture of situations;
• Prepare and present highly technical and complex written and oral reports;
• Work effectively in time-sensitive situations and meet deadlines; coordinate multiple projects and complex tasks simultaneously;
• Review and analyze important detailed and highly complex technical Electric Utility records and reports;
• Train and supervise the work of others in a team environment; and
• Walk or stand for extended periods of time and bend, stoop, reach, carry, crawl, climb, and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties.

Additional Information: 

You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applications must be filled out completely (i.e. do not write “see resume or personnel file.”)  To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter and, 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov.   Applications must be submitted by the filing deadline of Friday, August 25, 2023 at 4:00 PM. 

The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov.