City of Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
THE POSITION The City of Sacramento requires all newly appointed employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Candidates seeking an accommodation from this requirement will be considered on a case-by-case basis. With supervisor approval, incumbents may be eligible for intermittent remote work; however, they must physically reside within the State of California with the ability to report to Sacramento-based physical worksites daily if required. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The Community Development Department is seeking a Development Project Manager to join the Building Division. The primary role of this position is to manage complex building development projects, from pre-submittal meetings to the plan review process and the completion of construction activities. The Development Project Manager is the single point of contact for developers, businesses, other City departments, and outside agencies on all aspects of the development process to ensure consistency, completeness, and timely processing of building projects. The ideal candidate will have an advanced understanding of local government building processes; ability to interpret and develop policy and procedures; and experience in the construction industry. Under general supervision, the Development Project Manager performs professional-level research, analysis, planning, and implementation assignments in the areas of City economic, development, and/or special district activities and projects; assists in formulating and administering economic, development, and/or special district strategies; coordinates with customers, businesses, and government entities regarding development, redevelopment, business development, or district formation projects and activities; maintains liaison with developers, business associations, community/neighborhood organizations, City departments, and other public agencies regarding development projects and activities. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This journey-level classification is populated with multiple incumbents. Employees perform the full range of standard work procedures, operations, tasks, duties, and responsibilities with little or no supervision. The Development Project Manager is distinguished from the next higher classification of Senior Development Project Manager in that the former performs support functions in the management of economic, development, and/or special district activities and projects. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED General supervision is received from a Senior Development Project Manager or higher level management staff. This is a non-supervisory classification. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Compiles and analyzes data relating to the conditions of the City and surrounding community; conducts field research; prepares economic base studies, demographic profiles, and labor market analyses; prepares market feasibility studies and analyses; analyzes land use, property ownership, and business data; assists in preparing estimates of the public resources required to meet adopted development objectives. Reviews project proposals during conceptual, entitlement, building, and construction stages; assists developers resolve conditions of development; reviews development project applications and plans; helps establish project goals, objectives, and priorities, and identifies resource needs. Serves as the customer's central point of contact throughout the entire development or district formation review process. Facilitates planning, building, and public improvement reviews and approvals; monitors conditions of approval; comments on plans during the construction process. Assists in coordination with developers, business associations, community/neighborhood organizations, City departments, and other public agencies related to development, redevelopment, business development, or district formation projects and activities; maintains liaison with developers, business associations, community/neighborhood organizations, City departments, and other public agencies regarding development projects and activities. Manages the formation, renewal, and administration of special districts. Applies local, state, and federal laws applicable to development and formation activities. Develops, recommends, and implements policies and procedures required for implementation of action plans. Coordinates and actively participates in the formation of public and private development agreements, project financing agreements and deferrals, funding agreements, and interagency memorandum of understanding. Assists in development of incentives for the private sector to locate commercial and industrial businesses in the city. Prepares project budget and scope; coordinates district budgets with annual operating budgets of departments that receive funds; assists in selection of vendors; prepares and implements marketing plans. Facilitates calculation of annual special tax and assessment levies and manages submission process to the County to ensure placement on property tax bills; monitors special tax and assessment revenues and coordinates disbursements to outside agencies. Prepares reports and makes oral presentations to community groups, business and government committees, commissions, and City Council. Assists in preparing economic development strategies; implements economic development initiatives; assists in preparing grant applications for federal and state funds for economic development programs. Provides exceptional customer service to those contacted in the course of work. Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Economic development principles, practices, and implementation, including business development, real estate development, redevelopment, international trade, district formation, and local government financial incentives for business and marketing. Public and private programs and resources for economic development and business assistance. Concepts of effective team building. Economic and social public policy implications of urban area problems. Data analysis techniques. Economic development data sources. Analytical and research techniques to collect, compile, display, and interpret data. Planning and building principles, practices, and implementation, including community development and construction, redevelopment, building trade, and local government rules and regulations. California Land Use Planning, Zoning Laws and Regulations, California redevelopment law; California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); California Mello-Roos Act and other district formation rules and regulations; general nature of community plans, uniform building code, city zoning ordinance, and building, construction and entitlement processes. Community relations and outreach. Project management practices and techniques. Skill in: Use of modern office equipment, including computers, computer applications, and software. Effective problem solving. Project and process management. Meeting facilitation. Work with multidisciplinary teams to provide excellent customer service. Ability to: Exercise sound judgment in a politically sensitive environment. Communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing. Relate positively to the public in a group setting or in a one-to-one situation. Analyze situations, review complex data, and develop solutions. Coordinate and lead work of a project team. Facilitate consensus and issue resolution. Establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with internal and external team members, department heads, public officials, media, community associations, business districts, and the general public. Exercise leadership. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Experience: One (1) year of professional-level experience in project management, economic development, redevelopment, business development, private development, district formation, or a closely related field. -AND- Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university. Substitution: Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. 2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office by the final filing deadline ; Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. Possession of the minimum qualifications is not necessarily a guarantee for further advancement in the selection process. 3. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) - All applications received by the final filing deadline will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 4. Interview Process: Human Resources will forward applications to the hiring department. Those determined to be the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan/fingerprinting and provide proof of receiving a complete COVID-19 vaccination. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at http://www.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Career-Opportunities ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: http://portal.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Divisions/Administration/HR-Boards-Commissions/Civil-Service-Board Union Contracts: http://portal.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Divisions/Labor-Relations/Labor-Agreements Salary Schedule: http://portal.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Document-Library Closing Date/Time: 6/22/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Jun 02, 2023
Full Time
THE POSITION The City of Sacramento requires all newly appointed employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Candidates seeking an accommodation from this requirement will be considered on a case-by-case basis. With supervisor approval, incumbents may be eligible for intermittent remote work; however, they must physically reside within the State of California with the ability to report to Sacramento-based physical worksites daily if required. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The Community Development Department is seeking a Development Project Manager to join the Building Division. The primary role of this position is to manage complex building development projects, from pre-submittal meetings to the plan review process and the completion of construction activities. The Development Project Manager is the single point of contact for developers, businesses, other City departments, and outside agencies on all aspects of the development process to ensure consistency, completeness, and timely processing of building projects. The ideal candidate will have an advanced understanding of local government building processes; ability to interpret and develop policy and procedures; and experience in the construction industry. Under general supervision, the Development Project Manager performs professional-level research, analysis, planning, and implementation assignments in the areas of City economic, development, and/or special district activities and projects; assists in formulating and administering economic, development, and/or special district strategies; coordinates with customers, businesses, and government entities regarding development, redevelopment, business development, or district formation projects and activities; maintains liaison with developers, business associations, community/neighborhood organizations, City departments, and other public agencies regarding development projects and activities. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This journey-level classification is populated with multiple incumbents. Employees perform the full range of standard work procedures, operations, tasks, duties, and responsibilities with little or no supervision. The Development Project Manager is distinguished from the next higher classification of Senior Development Project Manager in that the former performs support functions in the management of economic, development, and/or special district activities and projects. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED General supervision is received from a Senior Development Project Manager or higher level management staff. This is a non-supervisory classification. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Compiles and analyzes data relating to the conditions of the City and surrounding community; conducts field research; prepares economic base studies, demographic profiles, and labor market analyses; prepares market feasibility studies and analyses; analyzes land use, property ownership, and business data; assists in preparing estimates of the public resources required to meet adopted development objectives. Reviews project proposals during conceptual, entitlement, building, and construction stages; assists developers resolve conditions of development; reviews development project applications and plans; helps establish project goals, objectives, and priorities, and identifies resource needs. Serves as the customer's central point of contact throughout the entire development or district formation review process. Facilitates planning, building, and public improvement reviews and approvals; monitors conditions of approval; comments on plans during the construction process. Assists in coordination with developers, business associations, community/neighborhood organizations, City departments, and other public agencies related to development, redevelopment, business development, or district formation projects and activities; maintains liaison with developers, business associations, community/neighborhood organizations, City departments, and other public agencies regarding development projects and activities. Manages the formation, renewal, and administration of special districts. Applies local, state, and federal laws applicable to development and formation activities. Develops, recommends, and implements policies and procedures required for implementation of action plans. Coordinates and actively participates in the formation of public and private development agreements, project financing agreements and deferrals, funding agreements, and interagency memorandum of understanding. Assists in development of incentives for the private sector to locate commercial and industrial businesses in the city. Prepares project budget and scope; coordinates district budgets with annual operating budgets of departments that receive funds; assists in selection of vendors; prepares and implements marketing plans. Facilitates calculation of annual special tax and assessment levies and manages submission process to the County to ensure placement on property tax bills; monitors special tax and assessment revenues and coordinates disbursements to outside agencies. Prepares reports and makes oral presentations to community groups, business and government committees, commissions, and City Council. Assists in preparing economic development strategies; implements economic development initiatives; assists in preparing grant applications for federal and state funds for economic development programs. Provides exceptional customer service to those contacted in the course of work. Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Economic development principles, practices, and implementation, including business development, real estate development, redevelopment, international trade, district formation, and local government financial incentives for business and marketing. Public and private programs and resources for economic development and business assistance. Concepts of effective team building. Economic and social public policy implications of urban area problems. Data analysis techniques. Economic development data sources. Analytical and research techniques to collect, compile, display, and interpret data. Planning and building principles, practices, and implementation, including community development and construction, redevelopment, building trade, and local government rules and regulations. California Land Use Planning, Zoning Laws and Regulations, California redevelopment law; California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); California Mello-Roos Act and other district formation rules and regulations; general nature of community plans, uniform building code, city zoning ordinance, and building, construction and entitlement processes. Community relations and outreach. Project management practices and techniques. Skill in: Use of modern office equipment, including computers, computer applications, and software. Effective problem solving. Project and process management. Meeting facilitation. Work with multidisciplinary teams to provide excellent customer service. Ability to: Exercise sound judgment in a politically sensitive environment. Communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing. Relate positively to the public in a group setting or in a one-to-one situation. Analyze situations, review complex data, and develop solutions. Coordinate and lead work of a project team. Facilitate consensus and issue resolution. Establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with internal and external team members, department heads, public officials, media, community associations, business districts, and the general public. Exercise leadership. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Experience: One (1) year of professional-level experience in project management, economic development, redevelopment, business development, private development, district formation, or a closely related field. -AND- Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university. Substitution: Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. 2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office by the final filing deadline ; Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. Possession of the minimum qualifications is not necessarily a guarantee for further advancement in the selection process. 3. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) - All applications received by the final filing deadline will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 4. Interview Process: Human Resources will forward applications to the hiring department. Those determined to be the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan/fingerprinting and provide proof of receiving a complete COVID-19 vaccination. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at http://www.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Career-Opportunities ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: http://portal.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Divisions/Administration/HR-Boards-Commissions/Civil-Service-Board Union Contracts: http://portal.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Divisions/Labor-Relations/Labor-Agreements Salary Schedule: http://portal.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Document-Library Closing Date/Time: 6/22/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
This position will assist with all aspects of Downtown management working closely with various City Departments and Downtown businesses and stakeholder organizations. The position is responsible for assisting with resource alignment, timely progress, and effective communications on policy, practice, and project issues to continue evolving Downtown San Jose into a vibrant city center for San Jose and Silicon Valley. The position reports to the Downtown Manager (Assistant to the City Manager), in the OEDCA, Business Development Division. Key duties of the position will include but are not limited to: Developing and maintaining metrics, datasets, and stories that communicate the progress and vision of Downtown. Managing City contractual agreements with key Downtown organizations in the area of marketing, promotions, and events, including but not limited to the San Jose Downtown Association. Fostering effective relationships with Downtown property owners, developers, and real estate brokers to support leasing and property improvement and development. Assisting with business outreach efforts and ongoing communication to the Top 20 largest Downtown companies. Maintaining a system for ongoing communication with major employers Downtown to better engage employees in Downtown life and address problems and opportunities. Preparing memos, reports, policies, and ordinances related to the management of Downtown. Coordinating efforts to improve and activate outdoor public spaces and improving wayfinding in the Downtown. Helping to facilitate City involvement in large-scale sporting and entertainment events involving Downtown in collaboration with City departments and partners such as the San Jose Sports Authority, Team San Jose and SAP Center. Developing and evolving programs and initiatives to support business vitality, downtown development, urban amenities, and lifestyle elements Downtown. Major initiatives for the Downtown Coordinator (Senior Executive Analyst – U) include but are not limited to: Marketing and Communications Quarterly gathering, analysis and reporting of Downtown Quality of Life Metrics for program and policy initiation and improvement Coordination of downtown partners to facilitate cohesive and consistent year-round marketing of downtown activations and events, including the implementation of new means and methods. Public Life Enhancements Pedestrianization of San Pedro Square Determination of future of Post Street pilot program closure Implementation of the Park Paseo redesign (SJSU to Woz Way) Engage with the Downtown Property-Based Improvement District on ways to implement and leverage Downtown beautification efforts. Social Service and Public Safety Coordination Implementation of a downtown case management storefront in coordination and collaboration with PBID, PATH, SCC Ongoing coordination with SCC Behavioral Health and downtown services providers to address street-level quality of life issues Regular communication and coordination with SJPD and various law enforcement agencies working in the downtown core to increase perception of safety. Ground floor Activation Implementation of a program to fill empty downtown storefronts with a variety of temporary pop-up activations – commercial, non-profit, artistic, etc. - with partners such SJDA, SJSU, Adobe, Sharks Sports & Entertainment, Two Fish Design, Local Color, etc. Establishing strong relationships with commercial brokers working Downtown to match potential entrepreneurs/business owners with vacant spaces for permanent absorption.
Jun 06, 2023
Full Time
This position will assist with all aspects of Downtown management working closely with various City Departments and Downtown businesses and stakeholder organizations. The position is responsible for assisting with resource alignment, timely progress, and effective communications on policy, practice, and project issues to continue evolving Downtown San Jose into a vibrant city center for San Jose and Silicon Valley. The position reports to the Downtown Manager (Assistant to the City Manager), in the OEDCA, Business Development Division. Key duties of the position will include but are not limited to: Developing and maintaining metrics, datasets, and stories that communicate the progress and vision of Downtown. Managing City contractual agreements with key Downtown organizations in the area of marketing, promotions, and events, including but not limited to the San Jose Downtown Association. Fostering effective relationships with Downtown property owners, developers, and real estate brokers to support leasing and property improvement and development. Assisting with business outreach efforts and ongoing communication to the Top 20 largest Downtown companies. Maintaining a system for ongoing communication with major employers Downtown to better engage employees in Downtown life and address problems and opportunities. Preparing memos, reports, policies, and ordinances related to the management of Downtown. Coordinating efforts to improve and activate outdoor public spaces and improving wayfinding in the Downtown. Helping to facilitate City involvement in large-scale sporting and entertainment events involving Downtown in collaboration with City departments and partners such as the San Jose Sports Authority, Team San Jose and SAP Center. Developing and evolving programs and initiatives to support business vitality, downtown development, urban amenities, and lifestyle elements Downtown. Major initiatives for the Downtown Coordinator (Senior Executive Analyst – U) include but are not limited to: Marketing and Communications Quarterly gathering, analysis and reporting of Downtown Quality of Life Metrics for program and policy initiation and improvement Coordination of downtown partners to facilitate cohesive and consistent year-round marketing of downtown activations and events, including the implementation of new means and methods. Public Life Enhancements Pedestrianization of San Pedro Square Determination of future of Post Street pilot program closure Implementation of the Park Paseo redesign (SJSU to Woz Way) Engage with the Downtown Property-Based Improvement District on ways to implement and leverage Downtown beautification efforts. Social Service and Public Safety Coordination Implementation of a downtown case management storefront in coordination and collaboration with PBID, PATH, SCC Ongoing coordination with SCC Behavioral Health and downtown services providers to address street-level quality of life issues Regular communication and coordination with SJPD and various law enforcement agencies working in the downtown core to increase perception of safety. Ground floor Activation Implementation of a program to fill empty downtown storefronts with a variety of temporary pop-up activations – commercial, non-profit, artistic, etc. - with partners such SJDA, SJSU, Adobe, Sharks Sports & Entertainment, Two Fish Design, Local Color, etc. Establishing strong relationships with commercial brokers working Downtown to match potential entrepreneurs/business owners with vacant spaces for permanent absorption.
Los Angeles Metro
Los Angeles, California, United States
TO BE ELIGIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED, YOUR ASSIGNMENT MUST REPORT UNDER THE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT OFFICE Job Summary Manages staff and engages in the multi-disciplined and complex work associated with those utility construction activities/projects involving public agencies, public/private utilities, and other third parties; provides an interface between Metro′s contractors and third parties; and provides forecast reports and budget controls for all third parties to help keep construction projects within budget and on schedule. Minimum Qualifications A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a two-for-one year basis. A typical combination includes: Education Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or a related field Experience Six years of relevant experience or three years of relevant supervisory-level experience performing third party administration work in the areas of construction and design coordination Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications (PQs) are used to identify relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as determined by business necessity. These criteria are considered preferred qualifications and are not intended to serve as minimum requirements for the position. PQs will help support selection decisions throughout the recruitment. In addition, applicants who possess these PQs will not automatically be selected. The following are the preferred qualifications: Experience reviewing meeting minutes and general third-party administrative functions performed by staff Experience in working with utility owners to ensure utility relocations are appropriately moving forward and to ensure all conflicts are resolved. Example of Duties Leads Metro′s Third Party Coordination efforts with various government agencies and utilities; ensures cooperation between the various parties Coordinates the preparation of engineering plans, drawings, specifications, procedures, and schedules necessary for design/build work for utility rearrangement and restoration Interacts with design and construction management consultants, other agencies, and utilities in order to bring early resolution of conflicts throughout the construction and design process Leads staff in advising Metro of third-party interests during pre-bid, pre-construction, progress, as-built review, and final inspection meetings Leads staff in the execution of close-out actions for completion of project contract activities, including the execution of proper certification for the release of work Provides 24 hour on-call status for response to emergency conditions involving utility services or use of public right-of-way at Metro projects and assists in developing claim strategies for minimizing damage assessment Analyzes data, specifications, and drawings, making necessary changes or recommendations where appropriate Reviews and approves all change notices involving agencies/utilities facilities, including betterments and cost recovery Coordinates the design/build as-built documents with third parties and makes necessary changes to promote agency and/or utility closeout and acceptance Works with the design/build contractor to present all as-built documents to third-party agencies and utilities, resolves discrepancies, and works toward final acceptance Reviews and approves third-party invoices Coordinates power locations and installations for design/build contracts regarding street and traffic signals with the appropriate power utility, Bureau of Street Lighting, and Department of Transportation Coordinates the preparation of plot maps and associated legal descriptions for the dedication of Metro property that is being turned over to a city or county for street dedications Coordinates the preparation of plot maps and legal descriptions for the vacation of existing city or county streets within the alignment of the projects; initiates the vacation application to the Bureau of Engineering, appears at city hearings, and finalizes the vacation requirements to validate the vacation Coordinates the preparation of all legal documents and third-party acceptance for third-party easements within Metro properties Supervises the scope definition for each third-party work effort and negotiates budget and schedule Supervises the project staff in representing Metro in relations with public agencies, railroads, and utilities, especially in the resolution of conflicts during construction Supervises staff in the establishment of long-range third-party goals, budgets, and schedules Supervises the acquisition of properties as directed by the Project Manager Manages the development of Master Cooperative Agreements, California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) applications, and work orders by staff, including the identification of items for cost recovery, betterments, and credits Manages the Project Change Control Board Status Reports, noting cost recovery items Directs the production of reports, budgets, feasibility studies, schedules, and economic analyses that apply to project utility service requirements, rearrangements, and permitting Oversees the initiation of audits of work by third parties for compliance with quality, schedule, and cost limits; negotiates changes to agreements to minimize delays to prime work Supervises the coordination of the production of permits for contractors′ operations Coordinates staff in response to emergency conditions involving third parties, and assists in developing claim strategies for addressing damage assessment Leads staff in providing technical expertise for responses to Requests for Information (RFIs) and Requests for Comments (RFCs) which pertain to third parties, as well as the review of all change notices prior to Metro Board action Directs staff in maintaining files and records necessary for support documentation, including cost, schedule, scope, quality, and permit records, with the support of computer systems Communicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the agency's safety vision and goals; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employees Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out May be required to perform other related job duties Knowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks) Principles and practices of Civil, Utility, Traffic Control, Corrosion Control, and Environmental Engineering, including railroad and utility safety regulations State and federal regulations regarding railroad operations, including CPUC procedures and requirements Principles and practices of construction project management Principles and practices of contract administration, budgeting, and cost accounting Legal language used for agreements between agencies Real estate laws and practices regarding the acquisition and use of public and private properties Methods and practices of creating cooperative work relationships and representing third-party interests Modern management theory Skill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things) Managing construction activities performed by third parties Negotiating specific work details, schedules, and budgets for third party workplans and amongst multiple individuals Reading, understanding, and interpreting construction and engineering plans and drawings Creating and enforcing schedules Resolving conflicting work issues between third parties and contractors Project management Determining strategies to achieve goals and objectives Analyzing situations, identifying problems, recommending solutions, and evaluating outcomes Exercising sound judgment and creativity in making decisions Communicating effectively both orally and in writing to a wide range of technical, professional, and construction-oriented groups and individuals Utilizing financial information system (FIS) Supervising, training, and motivating assigned staff in the execution of planning, design, and construction Ability to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result) Maintain scope of work in contract with third parties Forecast, develop, and negotiate scope and budget for third party activities Lead crisis mitigation through the application of analysis, experience, and team input Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, standards, procedures, contracts, budgets, schedules, and labor/management agreements Prepare reports on third party activities, identifying cost and schedule savings Represent Metro and speak before the public on technical, business, professional, and civic issues Compile, analyze, and interpret complex data, with the use of computer equipment Read, write, speak, and understand English Special Conditions The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions Typical office situation Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen Extensive safety training and/or use of protective devices and personal protective gear Physical Effort Required Sitting at a desk or table Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions Standing Communicating through speech in the English language required Good distance vision and/or depth perception to judge distances Color recognition (e.g., distinguishing wires, resistors, containers, light signals, etc.) (TS) Additional Information Number of Openings: 1 Salary Range: $94,494 - $118,102 - $141,752 Requisition ID: 220451 Posting Date: Sep 6, 2022 Selection Procedure: Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Application Procedure: Candidates can complete their Employment Applications on their mobile device or computer. Telephone : (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro. All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. on the posting end date. Metro is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, committed to maintaining an environment that values diversity and where its employees and applicants are free from discrimination, harassment and retaliation. Decisions affecting all LACMTA employment practices are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal or state statutes. Closing Date/Time:
Sep 07, 2022
TO BE ELIGIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED, YOUR ASSIGNMENT MUST REPORT UNDER THE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT OFFICE Job Summary Manages staff and engages in the multi-disciplined and complex work associated with those utility construction activities/projects involving public agencies, public/private utilities, and other third parties; provides an interface between Metro′s contractors and third parties; and provides forecast reports and budget controls for all third parties to help keep construction projects within budget and on schedule. Minimum Qualifications A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a two-for-one year basis. A typical combination includes: Education Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or a related field Experience Six years of relevant experience or three years of relevant supervisory-level experience performing third party administration work in the areas of construction and design coordination Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications (PQs) are used to identify relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as determined by business necessity. These criteria are considered preferred qualifications and are not intended to serve as minimum requirements for the position. PQs will help support selection decisions throughout the recruitment. In addition, applicants who possess these PQs will not automatically be selected. The following are the preferred qualifications: Experience reviewing meeting minutes and general third-party administrative functions performed by staff Experience in working with utility owners to ensure utility relocations are appropriately moving forward and to ensure all conflicts are resolved. Example of Duties Leads Metro′s Third Party Coordination efforts with various government agencies and utilities; ensures cooperation between the various parties Coordinates the preparation of engineering plans, drawings, specifications, procedures, and schedules necessary for design/build work for utility rearrangement and restoration Interacts with design and construction management consultants, other agencies, and utilities in order to bring early resolution of conflicts throughout the construction and design process Leads staff in advising Metro of third-party interests during pre-bid, pre-construction, progress, as-built review, and final inspection meetings Leads staff in the execution of close-out actions for completion of project contract activities, including the execution of proper certification for the release of work Provides 24 hour on-call status for response to emergency conditions involving utility services or use of public right-of-way at Metro projects and assists in developing claim strategies for minimizing damage assessment Analyzes data, specifications, and drawings, making necessary changes or recommendations where appropriate Reviews and approves all change notices involving agencies/utilities facilities, including betterments and cost recovery Coordinates the design/build as-built documents with third parties and makes necessary changes to promote agency and/or utility closeout and acceptance Works with the design/build contractor to present all as-built documents to third-party agencies and utilities, resolves discrepancies, and works toward final acceptance Reviews and approves third-party invoices Coordinates power locations and installations for design/build contracts regarding street and traffic signals with the appropriate power utility, Bureau of Street Lighting, and Department of Transportation Coordinates the preparation of plot maps and associated legal descriptions for the dedication of Metro property that is being turned over to a city or county for street dedications Coordinates the preparation of plot maps and legal descriptions for the vacation of existing city or county streets within the alignment of the projects; initiates the vacation application to the Bureau of Engineering, appears at city hearings, and finalizes the vacation requirements to validate the vacation Coordinates the preparation of all legal documents and third-party acceptance for third-party easements within Metro properties Supervises the scope definition for each third-party work effort and negotiates budget and schedule Supervises the project staff in representing Metro in relations with public agencies, railroads, and utilities, especially in the resolution of conflicts during construction Supervises staff in the establishment of long-range third-party goals, budgets, and schedules Supervises the acquisition of properties as directed by the Project Manager Manages the development of Master Cooperative Agreements, California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) applications, and work orders by staff, including the identification of items for cost recovery, betterments, and credits Manages the Project Change Control Board Status Reports, noting cost recovery items Directs the production of reports, budgets, feasibility studies, schedules, and economic analyses that apply to project utility service requirements, rearrangements, and permitting Oversees the initiation of audits of work by third parties for compliance with quality, schedule, and cost limits; negotiates changes to agreements to minimize delays to prime work Supervises the coordination of the production of permits for contractors′ operations Coordinates staff in response to emergency conditions involving third parties, and assists in developing claim strategies for addressing damage assessment Leads staff in providing technical expertise for responses to Requests for Information (RFIs) and Requests for Comments (RFCs) which pertain to third parties, as well as the review of all change notices prior to Metro Board action Directs staff in maintaining files and records necessary for support documentation, including cost, schedule, scope, quality, and permit records, with the support of computer systems Communicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the agency's safety vision and goals; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employees Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out May be required to perform other related job duties Knowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks) Principles and practices of Civil, Utility, Traffic Control, Corrosion Control, and Environmental Engineering, including railroad and utility safety regulations State and federal regulations regarding railroad operations, including CPUC procedures and requirements Principles and practices of construction project management Principles and practices of contract administration, budgeting, and cost accounting Legal language used for agreements between agencies Real estate laws and practices regarding the acquisition and use of public and private properties Methods and practices of creating cooperative work relationships and representing third-party interests Modern management theory Skill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things) Managing construction activities performed by third parties Negotiating specific work details, schedules, and budgets for third party workplans and amongst multiple individuals Reading, understanding, and interpreting construction and engineering plans and drawings Creating and enforcing schedules Resolving conflicting work issues between third parties and contractors Project management Determining strategies to achieve goals and objectives Analyzing situations, identifying problems, recommending solutions, and evaluating outcomes Exercising sound judgment and creativity in making decisions Communicating effectively both orally and in writing to a wide range of technical, professional, and construction-oriented groups and individuals Utilizing financial information system (FIS) Supervising, training, and motivating assigned staff in the execution of planning, design, and construction Ability to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result) Maintain scope of work in contract with third parties Forecast, develop, and negotiate scope and budget for third party activities Lead crisis mitigation through the application of analysis, experience, and team input Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, standards, procedures, contracts, budgets, schedules, and labor/management agreements Prepare reports on third party activities, identifying cost and schedule savings Represent Metro and speak before the public on technical, business, professional, and civic issues Compile, analyze, and interpret complex data, with the use of computer equipment Read, write, speak, and understand English Special Conditions The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions Typical office situation Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen Extensive safety training and/or use of protective devices and personal protective gear Physical Effort Required Sitting at a desk or table Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions Standing Communicating through speech in the English language required Good distance vision and/or depth perception to judge distances Color recognition (e.g., distinguishing wires, resistors, containers, light signals, etc.) (TS) Additional Information Number of Openings: 1 Salary Range: $94,494 - $118,102 - $141,752 Requisition ID: 220451 Posting Date: Sep 6, 2022 Selection Procedure: Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Application Procedure: Candidates can complete their Employment Applications on their mobile device or computer. Telephone : (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro. All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. on the posting end date. Metro is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, committed to maintaining an environment that values diversity and where its employees and applicants are free from discrimination, harassment and retaliation. Decisions affecting all LACMTA employment practices are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal or state statutes. Closing Date/Time:
City of Palmdale, CA
Palmdale, California, United States
DESCRIPTION The Housing Coordinator performs responsible professional and technical work in the coordination of housing and neighborhood development and/or rehabilitation programs within the housing division; and provides responsible staff assistance to the program managers. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is a full journey-level classification. Positions at this level perform the full range of duties, tasks and responsibilities assigned.Assignments may vary from general support of several staff to specialized support in a technical area. Incumbents are expected to perform independently under general supervision and are reviewed for end result of product. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED The Housing Coordinator receives direction from the Housing Manager. This position may exercise technical and/or functional supervision over assigned staff. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Assist in formulating division and program goals, objectives, policies, and priorities and compile relevant data supporting recommendations. Perform responsible professional and technical assignments in the development, administration, and implementation of programs and projects funded by housing asset funds, housing authority funds, and federal, state, and County grant funds; monitor compliance with funder regulations regarding use of funds and program administration; review and selection of applications for program and project funding; and process draw requests. Development of new program elements and program modifications in order to meet stated goals and objectives. Negotiate complex legal and financial agreements with public and private housing providers for land sale/acquisition, development and project financing to ensure compliance with City/ Housing Authority goals and funding requirements. Work with attorneys to prepare pre-development and development agreements; and to set up the project financing structure. Maintain recorded funded documents for affordable housing stock to adhere to compliance requirements; interpret and apply regulations; coordinate the inspections of properties and investigate violations; and provide private owners with technical assistance. Liaison with contracted property management and the management of Housing Authority owned and City grant funded properties including apartments, mobilehome parks, commercial and vacant land held for development or resale. Oversee and coordinate the housing development and rehabilitation programs; and prepare, revise, and monitor project budgets, financing plans, and financing sources including but not limited to tax credits, grants, and bonds. Create, foster and build relationships within a highly diversified community. Create, foster and build relationships within the organization and liaison between developers, nonprofits, and private owners and City departments to resolve program and project challenges. Oversee and coordinate neighborhood engagement programs; coordinate services with social service agencies, nonprofits, and community groups; and develop community resources and identify referral agencies. Identify grant opportunities, and prepare grant applications; and administer grants and prepare reports and related grant documents. Prepare and/or review requisitions, warrants, and wire requests for accuracy in account coding, available budget, and sufficient documentation. Assist with the coordination of the rent control ordinance for mobile home parks; investigate rent complaints; provide responsible staff assistance to the Mobile Home Park Rent Control Board; review reports for compliance; assist in preparing reports and studies; and provide technical information to the Board, as requested. Develop and implement citywide housing program(s); counsel loan applicants; and review loan applications for feasibility and eligibility. Prepare requests for proposals and bid packages for consultants, projects, programs, and rehabilitation projects; follow-up on progress reports, inspections, and payments; and certify the completion of improvement projects. Assist with the monitoring and audits of the Neighborhood Services general ledger accounts, budget, and transactions; and recommend account structure, evaluate department processes and internal controls, and request reclassification of expenditures and revenues. Research and analyze rehabilitation needs and alternative funding sources for housing. Prepare and submit a variety of reports and memoranda related to housing rehabilitation program activities, rent control, and other housing programs. Meet with developers interested in developing multi-family housing in Palmdale. Review development proposals including working with consultants on analysis of project pro forma for feasibility. Respond to complaints and requests for information from the public and City staff. Perform related duties, as assigned. EXPERIENCE & TRAINING / LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATE Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Two years of experience in the administration of Federal, State, and/or local grant and housing related projects or programs.Experience in compliance monitoring as it relates to rent limits, utility allowances and income limits. Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business administration, urban studies, planning, or a related field. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver license and legally required vehicle insurance. Must also be able to meet driving record standards set by the city's driving policy. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Function of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies and procedures and their application to municipal operations, grant programs and projects. Principles and practices of public administration, project and program budgets, financial planning, revenue estimating, contracts, grants and community relations. Principles and practices of economic development, land use and planning. General principles and practices of data processing and its applicability to grant, project, and program operations. Ordinances, resolutions and laws affecting grant, project and program funding and operations. Principles and practices of public speaking. General financial procedures and regulations relating to real estate acquisition and disposition, property improvements, loan management and property management. Statistics and mathematics applicable to funding and proforma analysis. Comprehensive project management. Ability to: Coordinate, monitor, develop or review a financial plan and implement a housing development project, housing assistance program, and/or rehabilitation program. Including set up of new project/program guidelines, procedures, documents, and monitoring plan. Effectively write a grant proposal, administer state and federal grant projects, programs and assigned programmatic responsibilities including report requirements. Understand, interpret, explain, and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and keep abreast of current trends. Effectively evaluate and apply housing finance, real estate practices and procedures, and loan origination and servicing principles. Analyze work papers, reports, and special projects; identify and interpret technical and statistical information and trends; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures. Effectively negotiate contracts and prepare and implement a variety of agreements and memoranda of understanding in accordance with federal, state, and local agency policies and requirements; such as disposition and development agreements and affordable housing agreements. Evaluate and develop improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods. Ensure compliance with terms of agreements, contracts, and memoranda of understanding. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Develop and administer program and project budgets. Understand principles and practices of general urban planning in relation to assigned projects and programs. Implement and apply practices and procedures for loan origination and servicing. Represent the City, as assigned, on various boards, commissions, and committees. Respond to, and resolve, difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints. Effectively handle multiple assignments. Build and maintain spreadsheets. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; and business letter writing. Be a self-starter, professional, problem solver, resourceful, approachable, flexible, customer focused, results oriented, and trustworthy. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Mobility : frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting for long periods of time; occasional climbing, bending and squatting. Lifting : frequently up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 40 pounds. Vision : constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision. Dexterity : frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. Hearing/Talking : frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone. Emotional/Psychological : frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone. Environmental : frequent exposure to noise. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in a typical temperature-controlled office environment subject to typical office noise. This position may require occasional overtime; weekend work and travel are rare. The City of Palmdale is noted for its highly skilled work force with a large concentration of aerospace firms located at Air Force Plant 42 and nearby Edwards Air Force Base. Its family oriented and culturally enhancing venues such as the Palmdale Playhouse, DryTown Water Park and Starlight Amphitheater make Palmdale "a place to call home." The city is located approximately one hour north of Los Angeles off the Antelope Valley Freeway (14). Palmdale encompasses about 104 square miles and has a population of approximately 153,000. The City is served by several school districts and has a growing retail and commercial base. For more information visit www.cityofpalmdale.org. BUSINESS HOURS: Normal operating hours are from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm Monday - Thursday. CLOSED on Friday. UNION: The Teamsters Local 911 represents certain positions in the City's Maintenance Division of Public Works. EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION APPLICATION MATERIALS must be submitted by the closing date listed in the job bulletin. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of a City online application. RESIDENCE within the City is not required. AN ELIGIBILITY LIST of the most qualified applicants will be compiled based on the results of the selection process. The list will remain in place for a period to be determined by Human Resources. BENEFITS listed here apply to full-time and benefited part-time positions; not to unbenefited part-time employees unless so described. A PROBATION PERIOD of six months minimum applies to initial employment with the City. VACATION, HOLIDAYS AND LEAVE: The City provides 14 paid holidays per year and 80 hours vacation (years one through four) with a maximum accrual of 240 hours (160 hours for benefited part-time employees). Administrative employees accrue 80 hours of administrative leave per year with a maximum accrual of 240 hours. SICK LEAVE: Employees accrue 96 hours per year with a maximum accrual of 800 hours (400 hours for benefited part-time employees). Unbenefited part-time employees receive 28 hours of paid sick leave per fiscal year. RETIREMENT: The City is a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (Cal-PERS). Full-time and benefited part-time employees will be enrolled in either the New Member or Classic plan, as defined by CalPERS. New Members are enrolled in the 2% @ 62 formula and pay the full 6.25% employee contribution. Classic Members are enrolled in the 2% @ 60 formula and pay the full 7% employee contribution. All other part-time employees are covered under the Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS). WELLNESS PROGRAM: The program includes gym membership discounts, healthy eating programs, exercise classes & other programs. DIRECT DEPOSIT: Direct Deposit is mandatory for all new employees. CREDIT UNION: F&A Federal Credit Union & Logix Federal Credit Union (formerly Lockheed) are available options. INSURANCE: The City offers group health, dental/vision, long term and short term disability, and a $50,000 life insurance policy for full-time employees. The City contributes towards the employee's health insurance. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The City participates in the ICMA-RC Deferred Compensation Plan, which enables benefited part-time and full-time employees to contribute on a tax deferred basis. OVERTIME COMPENSATION: Over time is accrued at time-and-a-half for eligible employees for time physically worked in excess of the regular forty (40) hour work week. PART-TIME EMPLOYEES: Unbenefited part-time employees are reviewed for merit salary advancement, but are not eligible for any other benefits listed. Benefited part-time employees are eligible for CalPERS retirement, sick leave, holidays, & vacation on a prorated basis. MILEAGE PAY: Any employee may be reimbursed for work related mileage at 54 cents per mile when assigned to use their private vehicle on City business. SOCIAL SECURITY: The City does not participate in Social Security, and does not deduct Social Security payments from any employee's salary. The City does deduct 1.45% of salary for Medicare & makes a 1.45% matching contribution *Benefits can change at any time. Closing Date/Time: 6/7/2023 1:00 PM Pacific
May 25, 2023
Full Time
DESCRIPTION The Housing Coordinator performs responsible professional and technical work in the coordination of housing and neighborhood development and/or rehabilitation programs within the housing division; and provides responsible staff assistance to the program managers. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is a full journey-level classification. Positions at this level perform the full range of duties, tasks and responsibilities assigned.Assignments may vary from general support of several staff to specialized support in a technical area. Incumbents are expected to perform independently under general supervision and are reviewed for end result of product. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED The Housing Coordinator receives direction from the Housing Manager. This position may exercise technical and/or functional supervision over assigned staff. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Assist in formulating division and program goals, objectives, policies, and priorities and compile relevant data supporting recommendations. Perform responsible professional and technical assignments in the development, administration, and implementation of programs and projects funded by housing asset funds, housing authority funds, and federal, state, and County grant funds; monitor compliance with funder regulations regarding use of funds and program administration; review and selection of applications for program and project funding; and process draw requests. Development of new program elements and program modifications in order to meet stated goals and objectives. Negotiate complex legal and financial agreements with public and private housing providers for land sale/acquisition, development and project financing to ensure compliance with City/ Housing Authority goals and funding requirements. Work with attorneys to prepare pre-development and development agreements; and to set up the project financing structure. Maintain recorded funded documents for affordable housing stock to adhere to compliance requirements; interpret and apply regulations; coordinate the inspections of properties and investigate violations; and provide private owners with technical assistance. Liaison with contracted property management and the management of Housing Authority owned and City grant funded properties including apartments, mobilehome parks, commercial and vacant land held for development or resale. Oversee and coordinate the housing development and rehabilitation programs; and prepare, revise, and monitor project budgets, financing plans, and financing sources including but not limited to tax credits, grants, and bonds. Create, foster and build relationships within a highly diversified community. Create, foster and build relationships within the organization and liaison between developers, nonprofits, and private owners and City departments to resolve program and project challenges. Oversee and coordinate neighborhood engagement programs; coordinate services with social service agencies, nonprofits, and community groups; and develop community resources and identify referral agencies. Identify grant opportunities, and prepare grant applications; and administer grants and prepare reports and related grant documents. Prepare and/or review requisitions, warrants, and wire requests for accuracy in account coding, available budget, and sufficient documentation. Assist with the coordination of the rent control ordinance for mobile home parks; investigate rent complaints; provide responsible staff assistance to the Mobile Home Park Rent Control Board; review reports for compliance; assist in preparing reports and studies; and provide technical information to the Board, as requested. Develop and implement citywide housing program(s); counsel loan applicants; and review loan applications for feasibility and eligibility. Prepare requests for proposals and bid packages for consultants, projects, programs, and rehabilitation projects; follow-up on progress reports, inspections, and payments; and certify the completion of improvement projects. Assist with the monitoring and audits of the Neighborhood Services general ledger accounts, budget, and transactions; and recommend account structure, evaluate department processes and internal controls, and request reclassification of expenditures and revenues. Research and analyze rehabilitation needs and alternative funding sources for housing. Prepare and submit a variety of reports and memoranda related to housing rehabilitation program activities, rent control, and other housing programs. Meet with developers interested in developing multi-family housing in Palmdale. Review development proposals including working with consultants on analysis of project pro forma for feasibility. Respond to complaints and requests for information from the public and City staff. Perform related duties, as assigned. EXPERIENCE & TRAINING / LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATE Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Two years of experience in the administration of Federal, State, and/or local grant and housing related projects or programs.Experience in compliance monitoring as it relates to rent limits, utility allowances and income limits. Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business administration, urban studies, planning, or a related field. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver license and legally required vehicle insurance. Must also be able to meet driving record standards set by the city's driving policy. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Function of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies and procedures and their application to municipal operations, grant programs and projects. Principles and practices of public administration, project and program budgets, financial planning, revenue estimating, contracts, grants and community relations. Principles and practices of economic development, land use and planning. General principles and practices of data processing and its applicability to grant, project, and program operations. Ordinances, resolutions and laws affecting grant, project and program funding and operations. Principles and practices of public speaking. General financial procedures and regulations relating to real estate acquisition and disposition, property improvements, loan management and property management. Statistics and mathematics applicable to funding and proforma analysis. Comprehensive project management. Ability to: Coordinate, monitor, develop or review a financial plan and implement a housing development project, housing assistance program, and/or rehabilitation program. Including set up of new project/program guidelines, procedures, documents, and monitoring plan. Effectively write a grant proposal, administer state and federal grant projects, programs and assigned programmatic responsibilities including report requirements. Understand, interpret, explain, and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and keep abreast of current trends. Effectively evaluate and apply housing finance, real estate practices and procedures, and loan origination and servicing principles. Analyze work papers, reports, and special projects; identify and interpret technical and statistical information and trends; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures. Effectively negotiate contracts and prepare and implement a variety of agreements and memoranda of understanding in accordance with federal, state, and local agency policies and requirements; such as disposition and development agreements and affordable housing agreements. Evaluate and develop improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods. Ensure compliance with terms of agreements, contracts, and memoranda of understanding. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Develop and administer program and project budgets. Understand principles and practices of general urban planning in relation to assigned projects and programs. Implement and apply practices and procedures for loan origination and servicing. Represent the City, as assigned, on various boards, commissions, and committees. Respond to, and resolve, difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints. Effectively handle multiple assignments. Build and maintain spreadsheets. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; and business letter writing. Be a self-starter, professional, problem solver, resourceful, approachable, flexible, customer focused, results oriented, and trustworthy. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Mobility : frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting for long periods of time; occasional climbing, bending and squatting. Lifting : frequently up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 40 pounds. Vision : constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision. Dexterity : frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. Hearing/Talking : frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone. Emotional/Psychological : frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone. Environmental : frequent exposure to noise. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in a typical temperature-controlled office environment subject to typical office noise. This position may require occasional overtime; weekend work and travel are rare. The City of Palmdale is noted for its highly skilled work force with a large concentration of aerospace firms located at Air Force Plant 42 and nearby Edwards Air Force Base. Its family oriented and culturally enhancing venues such as the Palmdale Playhouse, DryTown Water Park and Starlight Amphitheater make Palmdale "a place to call home." The city is located approximately one hour north of Los Angeles off the Antelope Valley Freeway (14). Palmdale encompasses about 104 square miles and has a population of approximately 153,000. The City is served by several school districts and has a growing retail and commercial base. For more information visit www.cityofpalmdale.org. BUSINESS HOURS: Normal operating hours are from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm Monday - Thursday. CLOSED on Friday. UNION: The Teamsters Local 911 represents certain positions in the City's Maintenance Division of Public Works. EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION APPLICATION MATERIALS must be submitted by the closing date listed in the job bulletin. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of a City online application. RESIDENCE within the City is not required. AN ELIGIBILITY LIST of the most qualified applicants will be compiled based on the results of the selection process. The list will remain in place for a period to be determined by Human Resources. BENEFITS listed here apply to full-time and benefited part-time positions; not to unbenefited part-time employees unless so described. A PROBATION PERIOD of six months minimum applies to initial employment with the City. VACATION, HOLIDAYS AND LEAVE: The City provides 14 paid holidays per year and 80 hours vacation (years one through four) with a maximum accrual of 240 hours (160 hours for benefited part-time employees). Administrative employees accrue 80 hours of administrative leave per year with a maximum accrual of 240 hours. SICK LEAVE: Employees accrue 96 hours per year with a maximum accrual of 800 hours (400 hours for benefited part-time employees). Unbenefited part-time employees receive 28 hours of paid sick leave per fiscal year. RETIREMENT: The City is a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (Cal-PERS). Full-time and benefited part-time employees will be enrolled in either the New Member or Classic plan, as defined by CalPERS. New Members are enrolled in the 2% @ 62 formula and pay the full 6.25% employee contribution. Classic Members are enrolled in the 2% @ 60 formula and pay the full 7% employee contribution. All other part-time employees are covered under the Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS). WELLNESS PROGRAM: The program includes gym membership discounts, healthy eating programs, exercise classes & other programs. DIRECT DEPOSIT: Direct Deposit is mandatory for all new employees. CREDIT UNION: F&A Federal Credit Union & Logix Federal Credit Union (formerly Lockheed) are available options. INSURANCE: The City offers group health, dental/vision, long term and short term disability, and a $50,000 life insurance policy for full-time employees. The City contributes towards the employee's health insurance. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The City participates in the ICMA-RC Deferred Compensation Plan, which enables benefited part-time and full-time employees to contribute on a tax deferred basis. OVERTIME COMPENSATION: Over time is accrued at time-and-a-half for eligible employees for time physically worked in excess of the regular forty (40) hour work week. PART-TIME EMPLOYEES: Unbenefited part-time employees are reviewed for merit salary advancement, but are not eligible for any other benefits listed. Benefited part-time employees are eligible for CalPERS retirement, sick leave, holidays, & vacation on a prorated basis. MILEAGE PAY: Any employee may be reimbursed for work related mileage at 54 cents per mile when assigned to use their private vehicle on City business. SOCIAL SECURITY: The City does not participate in Social Security, and does not deduct Social Security payments from any employee's salary. The City does deduct 1.45% of salary for Medicare & makes a 1.45% matching contribution *Benefits can change at any time. Closing Date/Time: 6/7/2023 1:00 PM Pacific
Port of Oakland
Oakland, California, United States
Job Description *** All completed applications for this position must be submitted online no later than 5:00 pm, on the closing date of the recruitment. PAPER APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED . Please follow all submission instructions to ensure your application is complete. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of online applications, therefore, it is important for online applications to be completed fully. Late applications will not be accepted beyond the closing time and date for any reason, incl uding any technical issues, such as system, browser, or computer failures, etc. *** The Port of Oakland is currently recruiting for the position of Senior Maritime Projects Administrator. Under direction, the incumbent assists the Manager designated by the Director, Maritime Division, in performing specialized work in organizing, developing, monitoring, coordinating and carrying out planning, implementation, and control functions related to the Port’s maritime master plan, capital developments, and other operational projects necessary to maintain and maximize the Port’s competitiveness. The incumbent performs complex tasks involving preparation and review of planning, financial/budgetary, legal, engineering, and regulatory documents and drawings related to major development and operational projects, and is expected to exercise considerable independent judgment. Examples of Duties Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed. Incumbent may perform other related duties at the equivalent level. Recommends, develops, initiates, and manages assigned projects, including preparing of financial analyses/budgets for project planning and development, providing recommendations regarding the economic feasibility of projects, formulating/coordinating work assignment for project teams, and initiating and managing consultant work. Leads teams in performing larger complex studies and development projects. Serves as project manager for assigned development/infrastructure projects, monitoring projects from concept through planning, approval, regulatory permitting, environmental review, engineering design, construction, grant management (as applicable), and close-out. Also serves as project manager for projects that do not involve property redevelopment, such as the development of programs or policies, technology systems, budgeting, lease management, and regulatory/legislative analysis. Assures project developments meet time schedule and budget established; establishes and leads corrective actions as needed. Interfaces with Port’s maritime tenants and transportation/maritime support businesses on issues such as planning, development, contractual obligations, congestion/traffic, security, and regulatory compliance. Negotiates with tenants and with outside agencies with regard to complex planning projects to achieve Division goals. Represents the Port’s interests in local, regional or national transportation/maritime development and/or operational issues at various industry, community, and agency meetings. May serve as liaison between the Port and community providing information and negotiating solutions to mitigate or resolve potential problems arising from maritime development and/or current activity. Assists in coordinating Division project plans with other Port divisions, and with appropriate federal, state and local government agencies, consultants, and other public and private organizations to align Port plans with external plans or factors. Develops transportation analyses and Port access and facility evaluations of competing Ports, motor carriers, railroads and terminal operators. Gathers information from a variety of sources, including published information, interviews, meetings, studies, surveys and observation, and makes judgments on the value of information obtained. Makes or obtains and evaluates various studies, forecasts, and projections needed to provide a basis for projects and planning initiatives, recommendations, and decision-making. Prepares results of studies and recommendations in graphic, written and oral form. Develops programs for enhancing and maintaining Port infrastructure and safe and secure access to Port areas, coordinating between operating motor carriers, railroad, Port tenants, and applicable agencies to assure the continuity of maritime operations and compliance with laws, regulations, and policies. Scopes, manages and reviews the work of consultants retained to perform or assist in complex planning and preliminary engineering or transportation studies. Performs computer related functions in planning, analysis and report preparation on a personal computer. Acts as a liaison with other functional supervisors and managers, Port staff, clients, tenants, or other stakeholders, and outside agencies. Makes or assists with presentations and staff reports to the Maritime Director or other managers as well as the Board of Port Commissioners and other entities as necessary. Provides technical and functional support to other staff members and consultants as required. Performs or oversees other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE This position requires a combination of education and experience reflecting possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. A typical combination would include graduation from an accredited college or university with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree. A degree in business administration, transportation, transportation-related planning or engineering, architecture, environmental sciences are desirable but any related field will be considered AND five years of increasingly responsible project management experience in transportation or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. A Master’s degree is desirable but not required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES To perform the typical tasks and duties of the position successfully, the knowledge, skills and/or abilities listed below are required. Knowledge of: The business and technical aspects of the transportation industry including Port, rail, motor and ocean carrier operations, economics, pricing and external economic and political factors which affect markets. Municipal government and interrelationships of transportation governmental agencies such as the Federal Department of Transportation, Public Utilities Commission, California Transportation Commission, U.S. Maritime Administration, and related state and local organizations and their regulations affecting Division development, maintenance, operation and administration. CEQA/NEPA and other environmental and public health regulatory laws that affect maritime activities. Existing Port agreements with shipping, marine terminal, rail, trucking, and warehousing companies. Project management tools, methods, and best practices. Community and government affairs concepts and practices. Contract compliance concepts and practices. Grant administration. Key industry standards or practices in the areas of real estate leasing/development, urban planning, environmental compliance and mitigation, construction and construction management, and engineering. Mathematics and computer software skills to prepare and/or review financial models and reports and engineering calculations, and to perform forecasting and statistical analysis. Sources of information required for studies and plans. Personal computer applications in performing planning, reporting, and analysis, including but not limited to spreadsheets and project management software. Ability to: Apply planning, engineering, and analytical techniques to study and address complex Port business and operational concerns. Read and understand contracts, contract law and complex legal, environmental, and financial documentation. Communicate a variety of complex and technical information effectively orally and in writing to diverse audiences, including but not limited to Port staff and management, the Board of Port Commissioners, local agencies, state/federal agencies, and customers/tenants of the Port. Organize a number of distinct and disparate requirements into coherent and workable plans to deliver projects on time and budget; and set priorities while anticipating and responding to changes in situations and environment. Recruit, organize and lead multi-disciplinary teams to achieve project objectives. Ability to interpret Port and tenant needs. Recommend, direct and/or perform value engineering to achieve project cost savings or meeting project budget and development timelines. Work independently within established guidelines, under deadlines and multiple concurrent assignments, conceptualize problems and opportunities from limited or incomplete information. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties and to work as a team. Negotiate to reach agreement with internal and external parties, including but not limited to other Port division leadership, agencies, and customers/tenants of the Port. THE SELECTION PROCESS Stage I: Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Evaluation (Pass/Fail) - The first stage in the selection process will consist of an application and supplemental questionnaire appraisal review (pass/fail). Applications submitted without a completed supplemental questionnaire will not be given further consideration. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement to the next stage. Only the most suitably qualified candidates will be invited to Stage II . Stage II: Assessment Examination (Weighted 100%) - The second stage of the selection process may consist of a combination of job-related situational project exercises and an oral panel interview designed to assess technical knowledge and any additional KSAs. Job-related situational project exercises may consist of written exercises, performance exercises or other situational exercises that would assess the KSAs. The Assessment Examination is designed to test the applicant’s overall aptitude for the position. Candidates must achieve a scale score of 70 or more on this examination to be placed on the hiring list for employment consideration . The Port reserves the right to modify the selection process, as necessary, to conform to administrative or business necessity. ADVISORIES Immigration and Reform Control Act: In compliance with the Immigration and Reform Act of 1986, the Port will only hire individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Social Security card must be presented, and the name on it must match the name on the application. Americans with Disabilities (“ADA”): In compliance with State and Federal Laws, the Port will employ and promote qualified individuals without regard to disability. The Port is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the selection process and in the work environment. Individuals invited to advance in the examination process will be provided the opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation. The Port of Oakland is an Equal Opportunity Employer Additional Requirements May be required to possess a valid California Class C driver license at the time and for the duration of appointment. The Port of Oakland requires each incumbent to successfully complete a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check, which will include a fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) and a Security Threat Assessment (STA), prior to being considered for this position. This status must be maintained for employment at the Port. The Port of Oakland'sbenefit program ranks among the best in the region for public jurisdictions and is designed to reward performance and promote a balanced lifestyle, both at the workplace and away from the workplace, for its employees and their families. The Port is committed to the health and well-being of its employees and has been recognized as a FIT-Friendly Employer by the American Heart Association. The Port is part of the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). CalPERS is a defined pension provided to regular full-time employees that work for the Port. The CalPERS defined pension is based on predetermined formula that factors in an employee's earnings history, tenure of service and age. The retirement formula for new hires is 2% at 62 years of age or 2.5% at 55 for with other CalPERS service and/or reciprocity. The Port offers retiree medical benefits for employees and dependents after 10 years of CalPERS service (including 5 years at the Port). The Port pays 100% of the premium cost for employees and dependent health insurance coverage not to exceed the Kaiser-HMO Family Plan; cash in lieu of medical benefit is also available. The Port pays 100% of the premium cost for dental and vision coverage. The Port pays 100% of the premium cost for Long Term Disability (LTD) coverage and reimburses employees for the State Disability Insurance. The Port pays 100% of the premium cost for life insurance at one-time annual salary with certain limits. The Port offers aDeferred Compensation Plan allowing employees to save and invest money for retirement with tax benefits. Time Away from Work From 2 to 5 weeks of vacation depending on years of employment at the Port. 10 days of management leave for employees exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). 1 paid Floating Holiday per year. 12 days of sick leave per year after three months of employment which includes 4 days of personal leave. 12 paid holidays as well as the second half of the shift on December 24 and December 31. Closing Date/Time: 6/23/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
Jun 04, 2023
Full Time
Job Description *** All completed applications for this position must be submitted online no later than 5:00 pm, on the closing date of the recruitment. PAPER APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED . Please follow all submission instructions to ensure your application is complete. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of online applications, therefore, it is important for online applications to be completed fully. Late applications will not be accepted beyond the closing time and date for any reason, incl uding any technical issues, such as system, browser, or computer failures, etc. *** The Port of Oakland is currently recruiting for the position of Senior Maritime Projects Administrator. Under direction, the incumbent assists the Manager designated by the Director, Maritime Division, in performing specialized work in organizing, developing, monitoring, coordinating and carrying out planning, implementation, and control functions related to the Port’s maritime master plan, capital developments, and other operational projects necessary to maintain and maximize the Port’s competitiveness. The incumbent performs complex tasks involving preparation and review of planning, financial/budgetary, legal, engineering, and regulatory documents and drawings related to major development and operational projects, and is expected to exercise considerable independent judgment. Examples of Duties Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed. Incumbent may perform other related duties at the equivalent level. Recommends, develops, initiates, and manages assigned projects, including preparing of financial analyses/budgets for project planning and development, providing recommendations regarding the economic feasibility of projects, formulating/coordinating work assignment for project teams, and initiating and managing consultant work. Leads teams in performing larger complex studies and development projects. Serves as project manager for assigned development/infrastructure projects, monitoring projects from concept through planning, approval, regulatory permitting, environmental review, engineering design, construction, grant management (as applicable), and close-out. Also serves as project manager for projects that do not involve property redevelopment, such as the development of programs or policies, technology systems, budgeting, lease management, and regulatory/legislative analysis. Assures project developments meet time schedule and budget established; establishes and leads corrective actions as needed. Interfaces with Port’s maritime tenants and transportation/maritime support businesses on issues such as planning, development, contractual obligations, congestion/traffic, security, and regulatory compliance. Negotiates with tenants and with outside agencies with regard to complex planning projects to achieve Division goals. Represents the Port’s interests in local, regional or national transportation/maritime development and/or operational issues at various industry, community, and agency meetings. May serve as liaison between the Port and community providing information and negotiating solutions to mitigate or resolve potential problems arising from maritime development and/or current activity. Assists in coordinating Division project plans with other Port divisions, and with appropriate federal, state and local government agencies, consultants, and other public and private organizations to align Port plans with external plans or factors. Develops transportation analyses and Port access and facility evaluations of competing Ports, motor carriers, railroads and terminal operators. Gathers information from a variety of sources, including published information, interviews, meetings, studies, surveys and observation, and makes judgments on the value of information obtained. Makes or obtains and evaluates various studies, forecasts, and projections needed to provide a basis for projects and planning initiatives, recommendations, and decision-making. Prepares results of studies and recommendations in graphic, written and oral form. Develops programs for enhancing and maintaining Port infrastructure and safe and secure access to Port areas, coordinating between operating motor carriers, railroad, Port tenants, and applicable agencies to assure the continuity of maritime operations and compliance with laws, regulations, and policies. Scopes, manages and reviews the work of consultants retained to perform or assist in complex planning and preliminary engineering or transportation studies. Performs computer related functions in planning, analysis and report preparation on a personal computer. Acts as a liaison with other functional supervisors and managers, Port staff, clients, tenants, or other stakeholders, and outside agencies. Makes or assists with presentations and staff reports to the Maritime Director or other managers as well as the Board of Port Commissioners and other entities as necessary. Provides technical and functional support to other staff members and consultants as required. Performs or oversees other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE This position requires a combination of education and experience reflecting possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. A typical combination would include graduation from an accredited college or university with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree. A degree in business administration, transportation, transportation-related planning or engineering, architecture, environmental sciences are desirable but any related field will be considered AND five years of increasingly responsible project management experience in transportation or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. A Master’s degree is desirable but not required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES To perform the typical tasks and duties of the position successfully, the knowledge, skills and/or abilities listed below are required. Knowledge of: The business and technical aspects of the transportation industry including Port, rail, motor and ocean carrier operations, economics, pricing and external economic and political factors which affect markets. Municipal government and interrelationships of transportation governmental agencies such as the Federal Department of Transportation, Public Utilities Commission, California Transportation Commission, U.S. Maritime Administration, and related state and local organizations and their regulations affecting Division development, maintenance, operation and administration. CEQA/NEPA and other environmental and public health regulatory laws that affect maritime activities. Existing Port agreements with shipping, marine terminal, rail, trucking, and warehousing companies. Project management tools, methods, and best practices. Community and government affairs concepts and practices. Contract compliance concepts and practices. Grant administration. Key industry standards or practices in the areas of real estate leasing/development, urban planning, environmental compliance and mitigation, construction and construction management, and engineering. Mathematics and computer software skills to prepare and/or review financial models and reports and engineering calculations, and to perform forecasting and statistical analysis. Sources of information required for studies and plans. Personal computer applications in performing planning, reporting, and analysis, including but not limited to spreadsheets and project management software. Ability to: Apply planning, engineering, and analytical techniques to study and address complex Port business and operational concerns. Read and understand contracts, contract law and complex legal, environmental, and financial documentation. Communicate a variety of complex and technical information effectively orally and in writing to diverse audiences, including but not limited to Port staff and management, the Board of Port Commissioners, local agencies, state/federal agencies, and customers/tenants of the Port. Organize a number of distinct and disparate requirements into coherent and workable plans to deliver projects on time and budget; and set priorities while anticipating and responding to changes in situations and environment. Recruit, organize and lead multi-disciplinary teams to achieve project objectives. Ability to interpret Port and tenant needs. Recommend, direct and/or perform value engineering to achieve project cost savings or meeting project budget and development timelines. Work independently within established guidelines, under deadlines and multiple concurrent assignments, conceptualize problems and opportunities from limited or incomplete information. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties and to work as a team. Negotiate to reach agreement with internal and external parties, including but not limited to other Port division leadership, agencies, and customers/tenants of the Port. THE SELECTION PROCESS Stage I: Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Evaluation (Pass/Fail) - The first stage in the selection process will consist of an application and supplemental questionnaire appraisal review (pass/fail). Applications submitted without a completed supplemental questionnaire will not be given further consideration. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement to the next stage. Only the most suitably qualified candidates will be invited to Stage II . Stage II: Assessment Examination (Weighted 100%) - The second stage of the selection process may consist of a combination of job-related situational project exercises and an oral panel interview designed to assess technical knowledge and any additional KSAs. Job-related situational project exercises may consist of written exercises, performance exercises or other situational exercises that would assess the KSAs. The Assessment Examination is designed to test the applicant’s overall aptitude for the position. Candidates must achieve a scale score of 70 or more on this examination to be placed on the hiring list for employment consideration . The Port reserves the right to modify the selection process, as necessary, to conform to administrative or business necessity. ADVISORIES Immigration and Reform Control Act: In compliance with the Immigration and Reform Act of 1986, the Port will only hire individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Social Security card must be presented, and the name on it must match the name on the application. Americans with Disabilities (“ADA”): In compliance with State and Federal Laws, the Port will employ and promote qualified individuals without regard to disability. The Port is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the selection process and in the work environment. Individuals invited to advance in the examination process will be provided the opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation. The Port of Oakland is an Equal Opportunity Employer Additional Requirements May be required to possess a valid California Class C driver license at the time and for the duration of appointment. The Port of Oakland requires each incumbent to successfully complete a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check, which will include a fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) and a Security Threat Assessment (STA), prior to being considered for this position. This status must be maintained for employment at the Port. The Port of Oakland'sbenefit program ranks among the best in the region for public jurisdictions and is designed to reward performance and promote a balanced lifestyle, both at the workplace and away from the workplace, for its employees and their families. The Port is committed to the health and well-being of its employees and has been recognized as a FIT-Friendly Employer by the American Heart Association. The Port is part of the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). CalPERS is a defined pension provided to regular full-time employees that work for the Port. The CalPERS defined pension is based on predetermined formula that factors in an employee's earnings history, tenure of service and age. The retirement formula for new hires is 2% at 62 years of age or 2.5% at 55 for with other CalPERS service and/or reciprocity. The Port offers retiree medical benefits for employees and dependents after 10 years of CalPERS service (including 5 years at the Port). The Port pays 100% of the premium cost for employees and dependent health insurance coverage not to exceed the Kaiser-HMO Family Plan; cash in lieu of medical benefit is also available. The Port pays 100% of the premium cost for dental and vision coverage. The Port pays 100% of the premium cost for Long Term Disability (LTD) coverage and reimburses employees for the State Disability Insurance. The Port pays 100% of the premium cost for life insurance at one-time annual salary with certain limits. The Port offers aDeferred Compensation Plan allowing employees to save and invest money for retirement with tax benefits. Time Away from Work From 2 to 5 weeks of vacation depending on years of employment at the Port. 10 days of management leave for employees exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). 1 paid Floating Holiday per year. 12 days of sick leave per year after three months of employment which includes 4 days of personal leave. 12 paid holidays as well as the second half of the shift on December 24 and December 31. Closing Date/Time: 6/23/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
City of Palmdale, CA
Palmdale, California, United States
DESCRIPTION The responsibilities of the City Attorney’s Office include attending all regular, special, and adjourned meetings of the City Council, Successor Agency to the Community Redevelopment Agency, Palmdale Civic Authority, Housing Authority, Industrial Development Authority, Airport Authority, Planning Commission, Mobile Home Rent Control Board, Library Board of Trustees, and hearings; draft or review all ordinances, resolutions, and agreements for the City Council and its agencies, boards, and commissions; coordinate all pending litigation; be available at all times to consult and advise on legal matters for the City Council, City Manager, or City staff; and supervise insurance and risk management matters. The City Attorney serves as chief legal counsel and is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the City Council. The City Attorney provides sound legal advice to the Council, departments, and boards and commissions on significant policy, project, real estate and property acquisition, and financial matters; attends all regular City Council meetings; and drafts or reviews ordinances, orders, and resolutions that come before the elected body. Work is performed under the direction of the City Council with frequent day-to-day involvement of the City Manager. The City Attorney advises the City Manager and departments on legal affairs of the City, and drafts and reviews contracts, agreements, letters, and other legal documents. The City Attorney provides legal counsel on a broad range of issues that include code compliance, economic development, election law, zoning and land use, procurement and contracts, safety force issues, public records, municipal finance, and general municipal law. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Develop and maintain positive relationships with the Mayor and City Council by quickly establishing trust, ensuring effective communication, and proactively providing sound legal advice. • Develop an understanding of the organization, culture, structure, and initiatives. • Effectively partner with the City Manager and department directors to understand operational issues that may have legal implications and provide legal assistance. • Quickly come up to speed on all legal aspects of current projects and initiatives. • Strategically oversee outside counsel providing complex advice on litigation to ensure the City remains on solid legal ground. • Maintain a collaborative team environment, provide consistent leadership, delegate appropriately, and most importantly, empower staff. • Strategically plan and proactively prepare for future staffing needs. EXPERIENCE & TRAINING / LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATE Experience: Ten years of experience in the practice of law is required, five or more years in the practice of municipal law is desirable, ideally with a successful track record as a City Attorney or Deputy City Attorney, or experience in a private law firm advising municipal governments on a full range of municipal services, or a similar role in an equivalent organization. Education: Equivalent to a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school. License: Active membership in good standing in the State Bar of California. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver license and legally required vehicle insurance. Must also be able to meet driving record standards set by the city's driving policy. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The ideal candidate will have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, thrive in a high-performance organization, and possess a collaborative style that supports transparency, innovation, and community engagement. Important to the City Council, the top candidate will demonstrate the ability to craft simple solutions that allow the Council and administration to move initiatives forward. The City Attorney will be an inclusive and thoughtful legal advisor who listens first, seeks input, and then consistently presents legal options for consideration, allowing for a thorough analysis of an issue. With broad legal experience, the candidate will be able to evaluate controversial situations and present options in a clear and concise fashion. The City Council and City Manager appreciate a City Attorney who is confident in stating a preferred course of action among the options presented to guide policymakers and management in determining the best approach. The ideal candidate will have the capacity to give strong, well-researched, and unbiased legal advice on a wide range of topics. A commitment to public service and the core values of integrity, honesty, equity, and straightforwardness are vital to long-term success in this position. Other desirable attributes include a can-do attitude and knowing when a legal strategy may need to be revisited due to new information or a change in Council policy and direction. The City Council seeks a strategic legal advisor who can operate at a high level yet is very involved in providing practical advice and counsel on operational issues. This position is a working attorney, so the need to be hands-on, perform legal analysis, and do the work is equally important to being at 40,000 feet. WORKING CONDITIONS The City Attorney works in a temperature-controlled office environment with typical office noise. The position requires occasional overtime; however, weekend work and travel are rare. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility: frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting for long periods of time; occasional climbing, bending and squatting - and the ability to balance legal counsel and public need simultaneously. Lifting: frequently up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 40 pounds - and always holding the city up to the highest ethical standards. Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision - and a strong vision for the future. Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching - and the flexibility keen powers of observation. Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone - and the emotional intelligence needed to apply the law fairly and with the public good in mind. Environmental: frequent exposure to noise - and the ability to cut through noise to deliver the city of the future. The City of Palmdale is noted for its highly skilled work force with a large concentration of aerospace firms located at Air Force Plant 42 and nearby Edwards Air Force Base. Its family oriented and culturally enhancing venues such as the Palmdale Playhouse, DryTown Water Park and Starlight Amphitheater make Palmdale "a place to call home." The city is located approximately one hour north of Los Angeles off the Antelope Valley Freeway (14). Palmdale encompasses about 104 square miles and has a population of approximately 153,000. The City is served by several school districts and has a growing retail and commercial base. For more information visit www.cityofpalmdale.org. BUSINESS HOURS: Normal operating hours are from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm Monday - Thursday. CLOSED on Friday. UNION: The Teamsters Local 911 represents certain positions in the City's Maintenance Division of Public Works. EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION APPLICATION MATERIALS must be submitted by the closing date listed in the job bulletin. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of a City online application. RESIDENCE within the City is not required. AN ELIGIBILITY LIST of the most qualified applicants will be compiled based on the results of the selection process. The list will remain in place for a period to be determined by Human Resources. BENEFITS listed here apply to full-time and benefited part-time positions; not to unbenefited part-time employees unless so described. A PROBATION PERIOD of six months minimum applies to initial employment with the City. VACATION, HOLIDAYS AND LEAVE: The City provides 14 paid holidays per year and 80 hours vacation (years one through four) with a maximum accrual of 240 hours (160 hours for benefited part-time employees). Administrative employees accrue 80 hours of administrative leave per year with a maximum accrual of 240 hours. SICK LEAVE: Employees accrue 96 hours per year with a maximum accrual of 800 hours (400 hours for benefited part-time employees). Unbenefited part-time employees receive 28 hours of paid sick leave per fiscal year. RETIREMENT: The City is a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (Cal-PERS). Full-time and benefited part-time employees will be enrolled in either the New Member or Classic plan, as defined by CalPERS. New Members are enrolled in the 2% @ 62 formula and pay the full 6.25% employee contribution. Classic Members are enrolled in the 2% @ 60 formula and pay the full 7% employee contribution. All other part-time employees are covered under the Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS). WELLNESS PROGRAM: The program includes gym membership discounts, healthy eating programs, exercise classes & other programs. DIRECT DEPOSIT: Direct Deposit is mandatory for all new employees. CREDIT UNION: F&A Federal Credit Union & Logix Federal Credit Union (formerly Lockheed) are available options. INSURANCE: The City offers group health, dental/vision, long term and short term disability, and a $50,000 life insurance policy for full-time employees. The City contributes towards the employee's health insurance. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The City participates in the ICMA-RC Deferred Compensation Plan, which enables benefited part-time and full-time employees to contribute on a tax deferred basis. OVERTIME COMPENSATION: Over time is accrued at time-and-a-half for eligible employees for time physically worked in excess of the regular forty (40) hour work week. PART-TIME EMPLOYEES: Unbenefited part-time employees are reviewed for merit salary advancement, but are not eligible for any other benefits listed. Benefited part-time employees are eligible for CalPERS retirement, sick leave, holidays, & vacation on a prorated basis. MILEAGE PAY: Any employee may be reimbursed for work related mileage at 54 cents per mile when assigned to use their private vehicle on City business. SOCIAL SECURITY: The City does not participate in Social Security, and does not deduct Social Security payments from any employee's salary. The City does deduct 1.45% of salary for Medicare & makes a 1.45% matching contribution *Benefits can change at any time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 01, 2023
Full Time
DESCRIPTION The responsibilities of the City Attorney’s Office include attending all regular, special, and adjourned meetings of the City Council, Successor Agency to the Community Redevelopment Agency, Palmdale Civic Authority, Housing Authority, Industrial Development Authority, Airport Authority, Planning Commission, Mobile Home Rent Control Board, Library Board of Trustees, and hearings; draft or review all ordinances, resolutions, and agreements for the City Council and its agencies, boards, and commissions; coordinate all pending litigation; be available at all times to consult and advise on legal matters for the City Council, City Manager, or City staff; and supervise insurance and risk management matters. The City Attorney serves as chief legal counsel and is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the City Council. The City Attorney provides sound legal advice to the Council, departments, and boards and commissions on significant policy, project, real estate and property acquisition, and financial matters; attends all regular City Council meetings; and drafts or reviews ordinances, orders, and resolutions that come before the elected body. Work is performed under the direction of the City Council with frequent day-to-day involvement of the City Manager. The City Attorney advises the City Manager and departments on legal affairs of the City, and drafts and reviews contracts, agreements, letters, and other legal documents. The City Attorney provides legal counsel on a broad range of issues that include code compliance, economic development, election law, zoning and land use, procurement and contracts, safety force issues, public records, municipal finance, and general municipal law. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Develop and maintain positive relationships with the Mayor and City Council by quickly establishing trust, ensuring effective communication, and proactively providing sound legal advice. • Develop an understanding of the organization, culture, structure, and initiatives. • Effectively partner with the City Manager and department directors to understand operational issues that may have legal implications and provide legal assistance. • Quickly come up to speed on all legal aspects of current projects and initiatives. • Strategically oversee outside counsel providing complex advice on litigation to ensure the City remains on solid legal ground. • Maintain a collaborative team environment, provide consistent leadership, delegate appropriately, and most importantly, empower staff. • Strategically plan and proactively prepare for future staffing needs. EXPERIENCE & TRAINING / LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATE Experience: Ten years of experience in the practice of law is required, five or more years in the practice of municipal law is desirable, ideally with a successful track record as a City Attorney or Deputy City Attorney, or experience in a private law firm advising municipal governments on a full range of municipal services, or a similar role in an equivalent organization. Education: Equivalent to a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school. License: Active membership in good standing in the State Bar of California. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver license and legally required vehicle insurance. Must also be able to meet driving record standards set by the city's driving policy. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The ideal candidate will have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, thrive in a high-performance organization, and possess a collaborative style that supports transparency, innovation, and community engagement. Important to the City Council, the top candidate will demonstrate the ability to craft simple solutions that allow the Council and administration to move initiatives forward. The City Attorney will be an inclusive and thoughtful legal advisor who listens first, seeks input, and then consistently presents legal options for consideration, allowing for a thorough analysis of an issue. With broad legal experience, the candidate will be able to evaluate controversial situations and present options in a clear and concise fashion. The City Council and City Manager appreciate a City Attorney who is confident in stating a preferred course of action among the options presented to guide policymakers and management in determining the best approach. The ideal candidate will have the capacity to give strong, well-researched, and unbiased legal advice on a wide range of topics. A commitment to public service and the core values of integrity, honesty, equity, and straightforwardness are vital to long-term success in this position. Other desirable attributes include a can-do attitude and knowing when a legal strategy may need to be revisited due to new information or a change in Council policy and direction. The City Council seeks a strategic legal advisor who can operate at a high level yet is very involved in providing practical advice and counsel on operational issues. This position is a working attorney, so the need to be hands-on, perform legal analysis, and do the work is equally important to being at 40,000 feet. WORKING CONDITIONS The City Attorney works in a temperature-controlled office environment with typical office noise. The position requires occasional overtime; however, weekend work and travel are rare. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility: frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting for long periods of time; occasional climbing, bending and squatting - and the ability to balance legal counsel and public need simultaneously. Lifting: frequently up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 40 pounds - and always holding the city up to the highest ethical standards. Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision - and a strong vision for the future. Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching - and the flexibility keen powers of observation. Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone - and the emotional intelligence needed to apply the law fairly and with the public good in mind. Environmental: frequent exposure to noise - and the ability to cut through noise to deliver the city of the future. The City of Palmdale is noted for its highly skilled work force with a large concentration of aerospace firms located at Air Force Plant 42 and nearby Edwards Air Force Base. Its family oriented and culturally enhancing venues such as the Palmdale Playhouse, DryTown Water Park and Starlight Amphitheater make Palmdale "a place to call home." The city is located approximately one hour north of Los Angeles off the Antelope Valley Freeway (14). Palmdale encompasses about 104 square miles and has a population of approximately 153,000. The City is served by several school districts and has a growing retail and commercial base. For more information visit www.cityofpalmdale.org. BUSINESS HOURS: Normal operating hours are from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm Monday - Thursday. CLOSED on Friday. UNION: The Teamsters Local 911 represents certain positions in the City's Maintenance Division of Public Works. EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION APPLICATION MATERIALS must be submitted by the closing date listed in the job bulletin. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of a City online application. RESIDENCE within the City is not required. AN ELIGIBILITY LIST of the most qualified applicants will be compiled based on the results of the selection process. The list will remain in place for a period to be determined by Human Resources. BENEFITS listed here apply to full-time and benefited part-time positions; not to unbenefited part-time employees unless so described. A PROBATION PERIOD of six months minimum applies to initial employment with the City. VACATION, HOLIDAYS AND LEAVE: The City provides 14 paid holidays per year and 80 hours vacation (years one through four) with a maximum accrual of 240 hours (160 hours for benefited part-time employees). Administrative employees accrue 80 hours of administrative leave per year with a maximum accrual of 240 hours. SICK LEAVE: Employees accrue 96 hours per year with a maximum accrual of 800 hours (400 hours for benefited part-time employees). Unbenefited part-time employees receive 28 hours of paid sick leave per fiscal year. RETIREMENT: The City is a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (Cal-PERS). Full-time and benefited part-time employees will be enrolled in either the New Member or Classic plan, as defined by CalPERS. New Members are enrolled in the 2% @ 62 formula and pay the full 6.25% employee contribution. Classic Members are enrolled in the 2% @ 60 formula and pay the full 7% employee contribution. All other part-time employees are covered under the Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS). WELLNESS PROGRAM: The program includes gym membership discounts, healthy eating programs, exercise classes & other programs. DIRECT DEPOSIT: Direct Deposit is mandatory for all new employees. CREDIT UNION: F&A Federal Credit Union & Logix Federal Credit Union (formerly Lockheed) are available options. INSURANCE: The City offers group health, dental/vision, long term and short term disability, and a $50,000 life insurance policy for full-time employees. The City contributes towards the employee's health insurance. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The City participates in the ICMA-RC Deferred Compensation Plan, which enables benefited part-time and full-time employees to contribute on a tax deferred basis. OVERTIME COMPENSATION: Over time is accrued at time-and-a-half for eligible employees for time physically worked in excess of the regular forty (40) hour work week. PART-TIME EMPLOYEES: Unbenefited part-time employees are reviewed for merit salary advancement, but are not eligible for any other benefits listed. Benefited part-time employees are eligible for CalPERS retirement, sick leave, holidays, & vacation on a prorated basis. MILEAGE PAY: Any employee may be reimbursed for work related mileage at 54 cents per mile when assigned to use their private vehicle on City business. SOCIAL SECURITY: The City does not participate in Social Security, and does not deduct Social Security payments from any employee's salary. The City does deduct 1.45% of salary for Medicare & makes a 1.45% matching contribution *Benefits can change at any time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous