Sheriff's Shop Planner Electrical/Mechanical

Job Description

CAREER DESCRIPTION

SHERIFF'S SHOP PLANNER - ELECTRICAL/MECHANICAL

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
This recruitment will establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and future Sheriff’s Shop Planner positions. The eligible list established may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.

DEADLINE TO APPLY
This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open a continuous basis until 11:59 P.M. (PST ) on the day the Department's needs are met.

ORANGE COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department is among the largest in the nation, providing exemplary law enforcement services focused on a collaborative, dedicated and innovative approach to public safety.

Our nearly 4,000 sworn and professional staff are committed to serving the needs of Orange County through six organizational Commands comprised of 23 Divisions. Together, these Commands and Divisions provide services including land, air and sea-based patrol, custody operations, investigative services, emergency management, coroner services, forensics and specialty operations, among an extensive list of other public safety services.

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THE OPPORTUNITY
Research and Development has an excellent opportunity for a Shop Planner who will be responsible for the organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating of maintenance work with a focus on Regulatory Compliance using Facility Management (FM) or Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). This position is also responsible to engage in procurement processes, scheduling contracted vendors, and maintaining accurate records of labor and materials expended including the planning, scheduling, and dispatching of work orders. Additionally, the Shop Planner supervises all shop activities in the absence of the designated supervisor.

Responsibilities and duties for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plan/schedule all maintenance and repair of work for the assigned facility.
• Maintains, repairs and corrective maintenance.
• Walk repair job in order to plan for the repair work that is being requested.
• Create job plan, take photographs, and creating list of materials and tools needed to complete job.
• Maximize the efficiency and reduces lead times for work being requested.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES

In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience working with operations and/or maintenance in coordinating work activities and collaborating with and managing contractors; candidate will be motivated, assertive, problem-solver, self-starting with responsible and varied trade shop experience. Hands on experience using a Facilities Management (FM) or Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and completion of maintenance scheduling course or qualified curriculum is preferred.
The successful candidate will possess a strong background with Federal, State, and local governing agencies related to Regulatory Compliance. Underground Storage Fuel Tanks (UST), Fire Systems, Elevator/Escalator inspections, Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Planning Air Quality and Waste & Water regulations. In addition to the above requirements, the successful candidate will possess knowledge, and on the job experience as outlined in this job posting. In addition, the ideal candidate will also have extensive experience in the following core competencies:

TRADE EXPERIENCE

• Experience with desktop computing and use of Microsoft Office suite products.
• General characteristics and trade practices used in electrical, plumbing, heating and air conditioning, elevator and escalator equipment, carpentry, locksmithand metal trades work.
• Characteristics of building infrastructure and trade practices used in their maintenance.
• Cal-OSHA building safety rules and regulations.
• Current Fire and Life Safety rules and regulations.
• Underground and aboveground storage tank regulations.
• Knowledge of Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Planning.
• Knowledge of Air Quality Management District regulations.
• Experience with Federal, State and Local government inspection process and permitting. (Elevator, Fire Systems, UST/AST, Generators).
• Current building equipment and materials by name, manufacture and source/supplier.
• Current maintenance and construction methods, tools and material used in the building trades.
• General knowledge and understanding of the acquisition process and coordination of established contract services.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Read and interpret building specifications and blueprints
• Develop and communicate goals in support of the business by maintaining and strengthening partnerships with others inside or outside the organization who can provide information, assistance, and support.
• Establish and maintain effective working relations with representatives of other divisions, agencies or contractors and general public.
• Give informative presentations for meeting.
• Communicate effectively with shop personnel, other departmental representatives, materials manufacturers and vendors.
• Collaborate and communicate well with procurement personnel and other departments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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Education and Experience
Considerable experience and training that would have developed the knowledge and abilities listed as minimum qualifications.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must not have been convicted of a felony or be on any form of probation and must pass an extensive background investigation to the satisfaction of the Orange County Sheriff-Coroner.

Background screening includes completing of a Personal History Form, interview with a background investigator, fingerprinting and may include a polygraph test. Some of the areas considered in the background screening include prior convictions, traffic violations, drug use and credit problems, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e. degree, license, or official transcripts). Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credentials Evaluation Services (N.A.C.E.S.).

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
The County of Orange is committed to providing a means for applicants who may have a disability to identify areas in which they may request a reasonable accommodation. The following is a description of the physical and mental abilities, which are customarily required to perform the essential job functions of this position. Applicants are encouraged to contact the recruiter listed for any questions or to request an accommodation during the testing/selection process.

Physical Requirements: Sit at a desk to perform office and computer work; stooping, walking, standing, bending, or twisting, kneeling, squatting, climb ladders, or crawling as required; occasionally working with arms above shoulder; draw plans and create work requisitions; carry up to 25 pounds and lift up to 50 pounds; light pushing or pulling of construction materials; vision sufficient to read fine print, blueprints, identify construction materials, and read a computer screen.

Environmental Conditions: Daily routing public and co-worker interaction when coordinating assignments and location maintenance jobs; ability to communicate with shop personnel, other departmental representatives, and materials manufacturers verbally, in writing, and utilizing the telephone. Incumbents may be required to work inside a jail facility or Coroner's facility and may work in close proximity to inmates.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Sheriff Human Resources will screen all application materials to identify qualified applicants. After screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.

Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer)

Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.

Structured Oral Interview | SOI (Weighted 100%)

The Structured Oral Interview is a timed assessment. Applicants will provide answers to job-related questions, which will be rated by a panel of subject matter experts using standardized evaluation criteria. Only the most qualified candidates will move advance to the next step in the recruitment process or will be placed on the eligible list. Only the most qualified candidates will advance to the next step in the recruitment process or will be placed on the eligible list.

Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.

ELIGIBLE LIST
Once the assessment has been completed, the Sheriff Human Resources will establish an eligible list of qualified candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies within the Sheriff's Department only.

Veterans Employment Preference Policy (VEPP)
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings.

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HOW TO APPLY
Only on-line applications will be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of on-line applications. Application information must be current, succinct and related to the requirements in this job announcement. Your application should demonstrate your professional experience and education related to the specific qualifications/duties listed in this bulletin, including areas which you have developed expertise.

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For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Mary Cortez-Valadez at 714-834-5834 or mcortez-valadez@ocsheriff.gov. For other recruitment information, please contact Sheriff Recruiting at 714-834-5811.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

The County of Orange is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should notify the recruiter listed on the job posting as soon as possible. Documentation supporting the accommodation request may be required.

EMAIL NOTIFICATION
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Mary Cortez-Valadez at mcortez-valadez@ocsheriff.gov or 714.834.5834.

EEO INFORMATION

Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please note that Extra Help employees are not eligible for the benefits listed.



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Closing Date/Time: Continuous