The City of Brisbane is currently recruiting certified Lifeguards for our beautiful year-round outdoor aquatic facility.  Lifeguards patrol and watch the activities in and around the community swimming pool, enforce regulations to prevent accidents, and rescue swimmers in distress.  A full job description is available at www.brisbaneca.org.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:  Graduation from high school or GED equivalent is desirable.  This provision may be waived for applicants 15 to 18 years of age with ability to obtain a valid work permit.

Experience:  Previous experience as a lifeguard, having worked with youth and WSI certification is desirable.

Special Requirements:  Current Lifeguarding, Standard First Aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer certificates are required. Current certifications for this program are not required prior to applying for position.

• The City of Brisbane offers a Lifeguard certification program. Contact the City of Brisbane at (415) 657-4320 for additional information and dates for certification program.
• For information regarding other certification courses, contact the American Red Cross at (650) 259-1750 or visit the Red Cross web site at www.bayarea-redcross.org.
• Per the American Red Cross, the minimum age for Lifeguard certification is 15 years old.  Certifications shall be maintained during employment.

SALARY AND HOURS:

$17.06 – $17.91– $18.80 – $19.75 - $20.72 per hour.  This is a part-time position, paid sick leave benefit available. Initial appointments are generally made at the first step of this five step scale.  Hours will range from 15-25 hours per week.  Candidates that make the eligibility list may be selected for shifts as needed throughout the year.  Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays throughout the entire year.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Interested candidates must submit a completed online employment application along with a current copy of your resume and any certifications you may have at www.calopps.org/city-of-brisbane.  Resumes required. Recruitment is OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Applications will be screened and a limited number of the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process, which may consist of an oral panel interview, department interview, or in the form of a practical demonstration of skill and ability, or any combination of these.  A passing score of 70% is required to make the eligibility list.   Recommendations for appointment from this list will be made to the Recreation Supervisor, who will make the final decision.  Depending on the number of applicants, this process may be altered.  Prior to appointment, a background check, including fingerprinting for submission to the Department of Justice must be completed, as well as TB screening.

The City of Brisbane is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies, and practices. The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. 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 the position. This job announcement does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

The City of Burlingame is accepting applications for the position of  Per Diem Communications Dispatcher

This application is for Part-Time employment only.

Our diverse family of employees welcomes you to apply. We are a small city that gets a lot done, and each member of our team is vital to our success as an organization.

We recently asked our employees what they enjoyed most about working for the City of Burlingame, and their responses fell into five general categories:

• Colleagues
• Community
• Location
• The Work
• The Benefits

Browse the Burlingame Welcome Brochure for more information about why employees love  working here or view our City of Burlingame is a Great Place to Work Video: 

Welcome Brochure 

City of Burlingame is a Great Place to Work Video

For more detailed information regarding the minimum qualifications and essential functions of the position, please review the Communications Dispatcher job description.

Are you an experienced police dispatcher looking to expand your horizons and take on more hours? 

Our ideal candidate is an individual who:

• Is currently or recently employed by a recognized law enforcement agency
• Has a minimum of one year successful experience working as a police dispatcher
• Possesses a California POST Public Safety Dispatcher Basic Course Completion Certificate
• Meets or exceeds the POST Public Safety Dispatcher Selection Requirements

This role offers flexible hours, allowing you to contribute on an as-needed basis, making it ideal for those seeking supplemental income or a flexible schedule.

If this opportunity has piqued your interest, don't wait – apply today!

Position Summary

Under general direction of the Director of Transit Training and Safety for the Bus Transit division, contributes to the mission of Golden Gate Transit by ensuring that Golden Gate Transit has the best possible trained Bus Operators. This position will monitor Bus Operator instructors, including observing the road operations to ensure adherence to Operating and Safety Policy and Procedures; monitor Bus Operators for safe operations of vehicles, uniform compliance; and enforcement of District rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. It will also monitor and document Bus Operator Students’ performance, responds to and investigate accidents.
 

Applicants must apply online and submit the following documents at the time of application:
 

• 1st Review Date:   February 5th 2024 (Monday) 
• 2nd Review Date:  February 26th 2024 (Monday)     

Essential Responsibilities

• Oversees training classes for newly hired bus operators, including obstacle course, classroom and “over the road” instruction by delivering standardized curriculum.
• Monitors classroom curriculum, including itinerary, lesson plans, training and testing materials and implement training for newly hired and existing bus operators and for other bus training requirements.
• Oversees the following training: 
  1. Refresher training for bus operators returning to work after extended absence. 
  2. Verification of Transit Training Classes for existing bus operators and other commercially licensed employees who need to maintain V.T.T. status. 
  3. Re-train bus operators as directed by disciplinary hearings on accidents or rule violations. 
  4. Trains Driver Instructors and Transportation Supervisors on new equipment and provide them with outlines and checklists. 
  5. ADA training for persons with disabilities in partnership with passenger relations and planning department. 
• Acts as designated D.M.V. examiner in the testing and certification of bus operators and/or coordinates with D.M.V. to get student operators V.T.T. cards and license conversations.
• Ensures maintenance of complete and accurate documentation on every facet of training and testing for each student as required and mandated by state and federal governments.
• Monitors progressive trainees and performs regular individual coaching/counseling and progress evaluations of student operators. 
• Provides training and guidance as well as work assignments to Driver Training Instructors
• Supervises Bus Operators fitness -for -duty as they report to work, including observing for divergencies from normal behavior patterns, uniform appearance, grooming and possessions of driving credentials and medical card.
• Works with the Director of Transit Training and Safety on compliance with D.O.E., D.O.T., and D.M.V. training and documentation requirements
• Prepares and/or attends D.M.V. or CHP audits.
• Handles terminations and separations of trainees who fail to meet minimum standards during the program.
• Coordinates local Bus Roadeos, represents GGT as necessary and assist in the structure and the presentation of the annual Regional Bus Roadeo
• Instructs and monitors operations of G.F.I farebox and radio systems.
• Performs driver safety observations by riding on board buses or observing from a moving vehicle or fixed location and provide written reports on these observations. 
• Issues infractions for violations of safety policy and procedures as well as testifies on training or related fields at bus operator hearings, arbitrations, or trials. 
• Ensure employees under their supervision follow established safe work practices and obey all safety rules.
• Assists in collision investigations as required or requested.
• Knows and follows the safety and health rules and safe working practices applicable to his or her job.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with District employees, customers, vendors, and all others contacted during the course of work using principles of excellent customer service.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned.
• Regular and reliable attendance and performance are required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience equivalent to:

• Bachelor’s degree in transportation studies, public administration, education, or related field. Additional qualifying position-related experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis in lieu of the education requirement.
• Position requires a minimum of five-years commercial driving experience as an inter-city transit Full Time Bus Operator.
• In addition, must have two-years of classroom training and/or instruction experience and three-years supervisory experience that includes staffing, counseling, coaching, training, motivating and disciplining others. 
• Must have intermediate and proficient computer skills. including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, and Power Point. Computer aided dispatching software experience is preferred.
• Experience in traffic collision investigation and or safety enforcement is preferred. 
• Experience as a Transit Transportation Supervisor is desirable.

• Long periods of standing and walking.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Reach above your head, bend at the waist, stoop and kneel.
• Sit at computer workstation and use the computer to type reports, manuals, etc.
• Must be willing to work shift assignments from Santa Rosa, Novato, San Rafael, or San Francisco Division locations.
• Must be available to work weekends and nights. 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: 

• Supervisory principles and practices.
• Labor and Union working agreements.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Smith System driver safety principles and procedures.
• Working knowledge of geographic area served and of transit lines and schedules.
• District policies and labor agreement (MOU) provisions.
• Occupational health and safety rules and working practices applicable to this position.

• Motivate new students and operators returning for retraining.
• Teach driver safety.
•  Learn basic mechanics of transit equipment.
• Analyze emergency situations accurately and reach decisions quickly.
• Be enterprising and ingenious in dealing with the students, co-workers, outside agencies and/or the public.
• Write clear, complete, and concise evaluations, operational reports, bulletins, and memos.
• Effectively communicate in English in both verbal and oral form clearly, concisely, and correctly.
• Operate any bus equipment owned and operated by the District.
• Interpret and enforce District policies and labor agreement (MOU) provisions. 

Do you enjoy giving back to your community? Do you like helping people? If so, then we invite you to explore this opportunity with the City of Pacifica.

The Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department within the City of Pacifica works closely with the community providing programming to youth, seniors and all citizens.  We strive to foster a collaborative and collegial atmosphere among staff while providing high quality programs, activities and events to the community and neighborhoods. We take pride in offering excellent community service while remaining adaptable and responsive to our residents' needs and expectations.

Currently, the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department has an exciting opportunity for customer service orientated individuals to join our team as a Lifeguard within our Aquatics Division.

If interested, apply today!

This is a part-time, at-will, non-benefited position. Hours are limited to less than 1,000 hours per year.

Senior Civil & Environmental Engineer
Salary Range: $95,900/yr. - $189,900/yr. (Budgeted salary range $95,900/yr. - $142,900/yr.) 
 

Apply by Date: 1/6/2024  Applicants will be screened after two weeks; and then on a weekly basis. The position can be filled prior to the removal date.

Use advanced engineering concepts and organizational objectives to provide leadership and support focused on engineering, project management, and compliance for the Facilities Management: Utilities department. Work with individual Utilities system managers to evaluate system performance and provide technical leadership for deferred maintenance and capital improvement projects. Conduct master planning for future capacity needs. Conduct system assessments to improve the design of physical plant systems. Lead civil system compliance efforts. Regularly work on highly complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum License/Certification:

• Current registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California.

Minimum Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited program, preferably in one of the following disciplines: Civil or Environmental.
• Over ten years of experience in engineering design, master planning, plan review, project administration and facility operation in storm, water, water reuse, sanitary sewer and solid waste systems.
• Extensive experience with interpreting regulations, permitting, and regulatory compliance for water, wastewater, and solid waste operations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Education/Experience:  

• Experience with Capital Improvement Project (CIP) budgeting and with developing sewer, water and treatment plant master plan documents and condition assessments.
• Experience with water and wastewater system maintenance; understanding of Enterprise Asset Management System (EAMS) principles.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

• Ability to work in a highly collaborative manner with excellent customer service skills; ability to readily assess complex challenges and barriers and recommend effective resolutions.
• Advanced communication skills, both written and verbal, to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Advanced project management skills needed to assume responsibility for both high quality and timely accomplishment of design and construction projects.
• Advanced interpersonal and presentation skills. Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and influence others.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Background Check
This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

To view full job description and submit an on-line application visit UC Davis Career Opportunities at 
http://50.73.55.13/counter.php?id=273432
Job ID # 61720

The University of California, Davis is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
 

Open Until Filled- Apply Immediately

Interviews: TBA

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

This full time position is not in Civil Service.

DEFINITION

Under direction of a higher level professional engineer, plan, supervise, design, coordinate and perform a wide variety of responsible professional civil engineering and public works assignments.

The individual in this position is expected to complete difficult engineering assignments requiring the use of judgment and initiative in developing solutions to problems, assuming responsible charge of assigned design and construction projects, and interpreting and conforming to codes and general policies. This position may require considerable interaction with other City departments and divisions, public agencies and the public.

This position is distinguished from that of the Civil Engineer II by the greater independence, leadership and follow up to completion of assignments, assistance in the performance of related administrative duties as required by the City Engineer, and the ability to make presentations and participate at meetings.

Responsibilities for this position will include supervision of lower level professional engineers and technical personnel, checking of work, and formal employee performance evaluation.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

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

Review and check plans, subdivision and parcel maps, and computations submitted by developers and outside consultants for conformance to established standards and specifications. Review EIRs, engineering reports, and proposals. Provide coordination with utility agencies, consultants, and other public agencies.

Prepare and interpret legal description of real property, right-of-way, and easements. Design, prepare plans, including drafting and specifications, cost estimates for a variety of public works improvements, including various traffic control systems, streets, buildings, parks, utility systems, appurtenances, and drainage structures.

Perform construction inspection and field surveys. May act as Resident Engineer on various projects. May assume responsibility for a complete engineering function or major phase of a program, including correspondence and complex engineering reports.

Upon request, provide information and respond to public inquiries, and prepare reports and recommendations. Prepare submittals, reports, and applications for State and Federal funding and grants for capital and street maintenance projects.

Confer with supervisory and other engineering staff during preliminary and design stages of work, and discuss technical and policy problems. May train and evaluate work of subordinate engineering personnel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: Principles and practices of Civil Engineering, including traffic control devices, hydraulics, sewer design, computer aided design (CAD) and mapping, surveying, street and road design, soil mechanics, concrete design, project scheduling and management, elements of effective supervision and report writing. Strength, properties and use of the materials of engineering construction.

Modern developments, current literature and sources for technical information, standards, applicable laws and construction procedures in the area of assignment.

Ability to: Perform professional engineering design work of a complex nature. Supervise CAD, prepare plans, specifications, cost estimates for a variety of public works projects.

Apply the fundamental principles of civil engineering theory to solving technical problems encountered in the design and construction of public works; perform studies and prepare technical reports; initiate compilation of necessary technical information, and make independent decisions therefrom; understand and carry out technical instruction; make accurate engineering computations and drawings; maintain clear and concise office records; establish and maintain effective relations with City employees, other governmental officials, developers, general contractors, and the public; prepare reports and general correspondence; communicate effectively when making presentations before groups.

Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Take the lead on design projects and related assignments, including construction inspections with minimum supervision. Inspect construction projects, investigate and resolve disputes concerning plans, specifications and review change orders.

Supervise, train, and evaluate subordinates, interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Experience:   Four years of increasing responsible experience in professional level Civil Engineering work. Experience in municipal public works or related consultant work is desirable. Land development experience desirable.

Education:   Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering.

License: Registration as a Professional Engineer in Civil or Traffic Engineering in the State of California or possession of a Professional Engineer Registration in another state with ability to obtain registration in California within six (6) months. Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License.

The City of San Mateo Police Department is looking for highly qualified, experienced Dispatchers to join our team!

The City of Menlo Park currently has an excellent opportunity for experienced Communications Dispatchers. Shift work including weekends and holidays is required.

Communications Dispatchers are responsible for receiving and dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls for the Police Department and City.  Responsibilities are centered on extensive contact with the public over the telephone, in both emergency and non-emergency situations to receive, transmit, and provide factual information and assistance.  All activities are performed within specified legal guidelines.  Incumbents are expected to work independently and exercise judgment and initiative.

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

The City of Lincoln is hiring a Civil Engineer!

We are accepting applications to fill a new Engineer* position in the Engineering Department.  The incumbent will be part of a team of seven working on the City's capital engineering projects.  The position will be filled at any level of the Civil Engineer classification series, dependent upon candidate qualifications.  The salary ranges for each class level are as follows:

• Assistant Engineer:  $71,433.01 to $95,727.06
• Associate Engineer:  $91,440.05 to $122,538.42
• Senior Engineer:  $103,684.96 to $138,947.76

*Please Note: This is an extension of the previous recruitment that was advertised on August 10, 2023. If you previously applied for this position, you do not need to reapply.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Assistant Engineer is the entry level class in the professional civil engineering series and is responsible for performing the professional engineering work not requiring registration as a Civil Engineer. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Associate Civil Engineer in that the latter performs the more complex and difficult assignments within the division.

The Associate Engineer is the journey level class in the professional civil engineering series and is responsible for performing the more complex design and construction of capital improvement projects and for reviewing private development projects for design conformance and accuracy. Incumbents perform complex professional engineering assignments requiring considerable knowledge of various aspects of civil engineering including land development, planning, design standards and regulations, construction and maintenance. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Senior Civil Engineer in that the latter performs the most complex and difficult assignments within the division and may exercise direct supervision over assigned project staff.

The Senior Civil Engineer is an advanced journey level registered professional engineer class and exercises full responsibility for planning and organizing a variety of assigned engineering projects and directing the work of assigned staff. Incumbents perform complex professional engineering and program management assignments demanding considerable knowledge of various aspects of engineering and related program requirements including land development, planning, design standards and regulations, construction and maintenance. This classification is distinguished from the Associate Civil Engineer by the level of accountability expected in the performance of the most complex and difficult assignments, and the performance of program management responsibilities.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED

This position receives direction from the Engineering Manager, and may receive direction from a Senior Engineer, and the City Engineer.  Associate and Senior Engineers may exercise direct supervision over professional and technical support staff and staff augmentation consultants.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

May include, but are not limited to the following:

Assistant Engineer

• Performs professional engineering work not requiring registration as a Civil Engineer.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job.
• Intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects.
• Identify and interpret technical and numerical information.
• Observe and problem solve operational situations and technical policies and procedures.
• Explain regulations and procedures to consultants, contractors, developers, the general public, and representatives of other public agencies and other City staff.
• Prepare and check engineering plans and specifications, and engineering reports and studies.
• Understand City engineering policies and procedures, applicable laws and regulatory codes applicable to areas of assigned responsibility, including design, construction, land development, transportation and traffic planning, surveying and mapping, solid waste and landfill operations, storm control and flood control engineering.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and/or budgets, project schedules, and personnel resources needed for project completion/program accomplishment.
• Prepare effective technical reports with recommendations and finds.
• Work with various and aids in coordinating capital improvement projects with contractors, utility companies and other departments and agencies; in the predevelopment project review process; develops and recommends conditions of approval for projects and conditions for development agreements; aids in plan check services for developers and contractors to ensure compliance with city improvement standards; processes lot line adjustments, ROW abandonments, easement and grant deed dedications.
• Prepares and provides complex engineering reports, correspondence, staff reports, ordinances, and resolutions to the City Manager, City Council, committees, City departments, outside agencies and the public; develops and reports statistics; coordinates storm water and groundwater monitoring and reporting; prepares long range storm water master plans; oversees and performs design and maintenance of geographic information systems; reviews and comments on environmental impact reports and traffic studies; makes oral presentations and participates in organizational and community group meetings;  responds to questions and inquiries, and investigates complaints concerning engineering problems.
• Aids in overseeing the design and development of public works and utility structures and the preparation of project specifications; aids in reviewing plans submitted by consultants and developers to ensure conformity with established standards and regulations.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, City management and staff, and the public.

Associate Engineer

• Performs and oversees a broad range of design activities on a variety of public works projects including street, storm drains, sewers, buildings, airports and other public facilities; oversees the administration of construction contracts; performs field inspections; determines design procedures; prepares plans, specifications, project budget and cost estimates; interprets the application of design criteria; checks plans and specifications for accuracy of design and completeness; makes recommendations and monitors the approved project budgets.
• Coordinates capital improvement projects with contractors, utility companies and other departments and agencies; participates in the predevelopment project review process; develops and recommends conditions of approval for projects and conditions for development agreements; provides plan check services for developers and contractors to ensure compliance with city improvement standards; processes lot line adjustments, ROW abandonments, easement and grant deed dedications.
• Prepares and provides complex engineering reports, correspondence, staff reports, ordinances, and resolutions to the City Manager, City Council, committees, City departments, outside agencies and the public; develops and reports statistics; coordinates storm water and groundwater monitoring and reporting; prepares long range storm water master plans;; reviews and comments on environmental impact reports and traffic studies; makes oral presentations and participates in organizational and community group meetings; responds to questions and inquiries, and investigates complaints concerning engineering problems.
• Oversees the design and development of public works and utility structures and the preparation of project specifications; consults with contractors; reviews plans submitted by consultants and developers to ensure conformity with established standards and regulations; assists in providing advice and instruction to subordinates on design standards and problems from the construction phase to completion of the project; reviews and processes progress payments; prepares, reviews and recommends change orders.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, City management and staff, and the public.

Senior Engineer

• Performs a broad range of design/project management activities on a variety of public works projects, including street, landscaping, storm drainage facilities, sanitary sewer facilities, parks, water production and distribution facilities and buildings; performs site inspections; develops design procedures; prepare plans, specifications, project budget and cost estimates; interprets the application of design criteria; checks plans and specifications for accuracy of design and completeness.
• Manages, develops and coordinates assigned program activities such as industrial waste ordinance management, grease trap enforcement, and other City Municipal Code-related activities, including policy development, community education, regional and state program coordination and required infrastructure modifications; recommend program activity budgets.
• Monitors work activities to ensure safe work practices, work quality and accuracy; ensures compliance to applicable rules, policies and procedures; participates in the development of policies and procedures; recommends programs, projects and work assignments to higher level engineering personnel.
• Assists in the coordination of capital improvement projects with contractors, utility companies and other agencies; administers construction contracts; plans, coordinates, prioritizes, monitors and participates in the work of staff responsible for reviewing design conformance and accuracy of public and private development projects.
• Prepares and provides complex engineering and program reports, correspondence, staff reports, ordinances and resolutions at the direction of the Engineering Manager, or the City Engineer; develops and reports statistics; makes oral presentations and participates in organizational and community group meetings; responds to questions and inquiries, and investigates complaints concerning engineering problems.
• Manages the design and development of public works and utility structures and the preparation of project specifications; consults with contractors; reviews plans submitted by consultants and developers to ensure conformity with established standards and regulations; provides advice and instruction to subordinates on design standards and problems from design inception through the construction phase to completion of the project; provides supervision of field work; prepares, reviews and recommends change orders.
• Manages the engineering aspects of private development projects from pre-application through entitlement approval, through plan review and final map approval, and reviews proposed revisions through the construction phase; supervise, review and participate in preparation of environmental assessments and studies, specific plans, and general development plans, financing plans and Development Agreements; manage and review traffic impact analyses, hydrology studies, storm water quality plans, drainage, sewer, and water master plans, improvement plans, final maps and other technical documents; meet with developers to discuss the proposed project or resolve design issues; manage the annexation of territory into the special districts and assist in the formation of special districts (CFDs, Landscaping & Lighting Assessment Districts, Benefit Assessment Districts).
• Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for services, labor, materials and related resources for public works and utilities projects and/or programs; monitor and control expenditures.
• Monitors and keeps informed of current trends in the field of municipal engineering, including legislation, court ruling and professional practices and techniques; evaluates their impact and recommend policy and procedural modifications accordingly.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff and the public.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, crawling and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties.  The position also requires repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard.  Additionally, the position requires both 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 works outdoors in all weather conditions, including wet, hot and cold.  The position entails working in situations that may expose the employee to fumes or airborne particles, electrical shock or mechanical hazards.  The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to drive motorized vehicles. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 25 pounds is also required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

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

Knowledge of: Principles, procedures, practices and standards of municipal civil engineering; surveying methods and techniques; strength of materials and stress analysis; municipal engineering laws, ordinances, codes, specifications and plans; engineering project inspection methods; modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding engineering; principles and practices of contract administration; operational characteristics and use of standard equipment used in the engineering profession; methods and techniques of supervision, training and motivation; basic principles of mathematics; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, and regulations including City, county and state building codes; 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.

Ability to: Perform complex engineering computations; check, design and supervise the preparation of engineering plans and studies; plan, organize, direct and evaluate the effectiveness of assigned program activities; effectively exercise supervisory control over complex professional and technical tasks; negotiate and manage construction contracts; perform the full range of professional civil engineering tasks; prepare and administer a budget; safely and effectively operate engineering tools and equipment; interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations pertaining to municipal public works design and construction; make adjustments to standard operating procedures to improve effectiveness and comply with regulatory changes as appropriate; read, interpret and record data accurately; 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; follow written and oral directions; promote and observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Skill to: Operate an office computer and a variety of word processing and software applications, including graphic and presentation programs. 

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. The candidate selected for the position will be required to complete a background check including reference checks, fingerprint check, medical exam, drug-screening and/or other related components.

Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of five days in advance of the selection process exam by calling (916) 434-3229 or emailing hr@lincolnca.gov. 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.