City of Austin, TX
Austin, TX, United States
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two (2) years of driving experience with a Commercial Driver License. One (1) year of additional experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Licenses or Certifications: Current Class B* Commercial Driver License. Must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License and/or required endorsements within ninety (90) days of employment, as required by position. To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy. Notes to Applicants This Operator Senior position operates large trash and/or recycling collection CDL vehicles, servicing approximately 700-1500 homes in extreme heat, cold and other inclement weather. You are expected to check, clean and perform basic vehicle inspections while maintaining vehicle records. Read street maps to locate route destinations and dump collected trash or recyclables at designated landfill or recycling processing facilities. This position will require some or all of the following: boarding and exiting the cab of a refuse collection truck, as well as stepping on and off the rear step using hand and foot holds pulling your own body weight. You will be retrieving carts and bags from house to house with continual stretching, bending and stooping. Additionally, Operator Seniors make decisions whether or not to pick up trash or recyclables that are set out improperly, resolve in-field customer questions/concerns and assist other areas of operations when needed. Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (10-hour shift) with one rotating day off or Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (8-hour shift) Employee will be required to work holidays, after hours, weekends, seasonal shift changes and other areas due to business needs. A competency assessment may be required to verify your skill set. This posting may be used to fill other similar positions within Austin Resource Recovery outside of the division listed above. This position is considered an essential position, which means it is expected that an employee comes to work during any City Closure or emergency to include bad weather and any other unexpected events or shutdowns. When completing the City of Austin employment application: A detailed and complete job application is required and helps us to better evaluate your qualifications. In completing your job application, please be sure to provide a COMPLETE employment history regarding any and all relevant work experience that you would like for us to consider. If you are applying for a driving position that requires a Commercial Driver License ( CDL ), please list ALL CDL employers on your application. This information is used to determine your salary for CDL jobs. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience and education that is relevant to this position. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. This information will also be used to determine salary in the event that you are selected for this position. You will not be given the opportunity to provide additional work experience once you complete and submit your job application. Furthermore, if selected as the top candidate, you will not be permitted to present additional work experience for salary calculation purposes. Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview. Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meet the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are Candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview. Driving Requirement: This position requires a Current Commercial Driver License, Minimum Class B License and must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License and/or required endorsements within ninety (90) days of employment. City of Austin employees that promote or transfer into driving required positions cannot have more than eight City Driver Points ( CDP ) within a period of thirty-six (36) months and must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . Physical requirements for Operational Positions: The employee is required to perform the following tasks during the normal course of an approximately eight (8) to ten (10) hour day, four (4) to six (6) days a week. This position involves sitting while driving a commercial refuse vehicle as well as entering or exiting the cab and the rear step of the truck using hand and foot holds pulling body weight about 18-36 inches around 1250 times per day. The employee will apply up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and less force frequently to move objects. The position requires constant standing and grasping of hand holds roughly 32-54 inches from step to handle while riding on the back of the truck with frequent stops. This will involve continuous use of arms, shoulders, legs and feet to operate drive/steering inputs. Additionally, the employee will frequently be expected to perform tasks involving stretching, bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, pushing/pulling, lifting and stooping while inspecting vehicle, while rolling 50+ pound refuse containers or throwing items into a refuse truck at approximately 5 feet high. This position walks from house to house to retrieve carts, brush, bulk, and bags for approximately 8-10 hours during a normal work day and works in extreme heat, cold, rain and other bad weather. Additional hazards include working close to mechanical parts, oils, fumes/odors/gases, noise, repetitive motions and vibration which expose joints and muscles to vibration and shock produced by the truck as well as walking near traffic, uneven surfaces, mud, snow, ice or rain daily. Employees may come in contact with blood and/or other potentially infectious materials. Employees must have sufficiently good eyesight to drive and inspect trucks and other equipment. Additionally, listening while driving is necessary to hear emergency vehicles and other issues with traffic or operational equipment. Employees must also be able to hear and speak to communicate with supervisors, dispatchers, and citizens. NOTE : All Austin Resource Recovery locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any ARR worksite - including parking lot or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Pay Range $23.76 - $27.56 per hour Hours Monday - Friday; 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (10-hour shift) with one rotating day off or; Monday - Friday; 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (8-hour shift) Employee will be required to work holidays, after hours, weekends, seasonal shift changes, and other areas due to business needs. Job Close Date 04/26/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Resource Recovery Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 4108 Todd Lane, Austin, TX 78744 Preferred Qualifications Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Picks up, processes, or disposes of trash, brush, litter, recyclables, bulky items, re-use items, or compostable items and dumps collected materials at designated dump sites/landfill. Maintains dedicated bus lanes and bikeways on residential and major streets in City of Austin. Pre-trips all vehicles and heavy equipment, as required by management; maintains detailed vehicle and equipment records; completes paperwork, forms, and reports related to collection activities. Learns and follows routes, reads street maps, and micro-routes to locate route destinations. Trains others in the proper use of equipment and vehicles as required by management. Sets up, operates, and maintains (as required by position) automated collection vehicles, street sweeper vehicles, rear-loader vehicles, rubber-wheeled loader, truck-mounted knuckle-boom grapple loader (crane), tractor trailer rig, truck trailer rig to haul equipment and materials, heavy equipment, landfill-wheeled trash compactor; track dozer loader with waste handling, paddle wheel scraper, track dozer with angle and straight blade, brush tub grinder, motor grader, wheeled/tracked excavator, fuel service truck, forklift, tanker, high-lift rubber tire loader, dump truck, water truck, roll-off truck, roll-off truck/roll-off trailer combination, and other industry related equipment as assigned. Checks, refills, or changes fluids, belts, hoses, or safety features of various waste management industry equipment. Operates hand tools, air-powered wrenches in performing replacement of worn equipment parts; uses hand tools such as backpack blower, rake, shovel, and sweep to stack, load, and unload smaller debris and litter (as required by position). Hauls leachate and documents all loads following regulatory guidelines pertaining to landfills (as required by position). Decides whether to pick up trash that is set out improperly. Provides information to customers when appropriate and responds to routine customer questions about work being performed. Places customer notices, door hangers, and public information literature. Cleans up illegal dump sites, parkland, targeted homeless encampment sites, and other sites with high volume of trash-related complaints or concerns throughout the City of Austin. Follows all safety rules. Observes and reports accidents, burglaries, and hazardous situations. Assists other Austin Resource Recovery ( ARR ) crews as directed and performs other duties as assigned and performs the tasks of ARR Associates, Operator Trainees, and Operators as needed. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: None. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of ARR processes, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of equipment and vehicles used in waste services. Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of assigned equipment and vehicles. Skill in reading and understanding blueprints and plans. Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other City employees and the public. Skill in heavy lifting and carrying equipment or materials applicable to the work being performed. Skill in operating power tools. Skill in using small hand tools. Skill in reading and writing English necessary to the level of tasks performed. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in English including manuals and instruction panels. Ability to operate required vehicles safely. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions Ability to train or assist in the training of employees as required by management. Ability to drive and operate various truck/tractor and trailer combination vehicles on residential streets. Ability to manipulate knuckle boom grapple loader in tight restricted spaces. Ability to communicate safety procedures. Ability to read, understand, and follow maps and mapping directions. Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Austin Resource Recovery Operator Senior position are: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two (2) years of driving experience with a Commercial Driver License. One (1) year of additional experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Additionally, you must possess a Current Class B* Commercial Driver License. You must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License and/or required endorsements within ninety (90) days of employment, as required by position. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * Describe in detail how you meet the minimum qualifications of this position. Please detail how you meet the educational requirements, account for the years of related experience, and explain any substitutions of experience for education (if applicable). (Open Ended Question) * This position requires a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License. Do you have a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License within 90 days of employment? Yes No * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that internal hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. City of Austin employees that promote or transfer into driving required positions cannot have more than eight City Driver Points (CDP) within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No * To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy. Are you able to meet this requirement? Yes No * Please list your heavy equipment experience including and commercial driving experience detailing where and/or what position on your application you used a commercial driver license and which commercial driver license equipment you used. Please be sure to include Employer Name and years of experience with each piece of equipment. If you do not have this experience, please put N/A. (Open Ended Question) * Which of the following best describes the type of valid Texas Driver License you currently possess? Class A Commercial Driver License (e.g. tractor trailer, tankers, etc) Class B Commercial Driver License (e.g. rear loader, dump truck, large passenger bus, etc) Commercial Driver License permit Texas Class C Operator License (e.g. standard car and vans) Out of State Driver License No Driver License but ability to obtain a Texas Class C or above by date of hire None * How many years of driving with a Commercial Driver License (CDL) do you have? None Less than 1 year More than 1 year but less than 2 years More than 2 years but less than 3 years More than 3 years but less than 4 years More than 4 years but less than 5 years 5 years + * How did you hear about this opportunity? (The information requested is optional and is not considered as part of the application for employment.) Employee Referral Online Advertising/Media ARR Job Fair Workforce Solutions Job Fair COA Website CDL Driving School Other * Were you referred to this job opportunity by an Austin Resource Recovery employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two (2) years of driving experience with a Commercial Driver License. One (1) year of additional experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Licenses or Certifications: Current Class B* Commercial Driver License. Must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License and/or required endorsements within ninety (90) days of employment, as required by position. To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy. Notes to Applicants This Operator Senior position operates large trash and/or recycling collection CDL vehicles, servicing approximately 700-1500 homes in extreme heat, cold and other inclement weather. You are expected to check, clean and perform basic vehicle inspections while maintaining vehicle records. Read street maps to locate route destinations and dump collected trash or recyclables at designated landfill or recycling processing facilities. This position will require some or all of the following: boarding and exiting the cab of a refuse collection truck, as well as stepping on and off the rear step using hand and foot holds pulling your own body weight. You will be retrieving carts and bags from house to house with continual stretching, bending and stooping. Additionally, Operator Seniors make decisions whether or not to pick up trash or recyclables that are set out improperly, resolve in-field customer questions/concerns and assist other areas of operations when needed. Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (10-hour shift) with one rotating day off or Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (8-hour shift) Employee will be required to work holidays, after hours, weekends, seasonal shift changes and other areas due to business needs. A competency assessment may be required to verify your skill set. This posting may be used to fill other similar positions within Austin Resource Recovery outside of the division listed above. This position is considered an essential position, which means it is expected that an employee comes to work during any City Closure or emergency to include bad weather and any other unexpected events or shutdowns. When completing the City of Austin employment application: A detailed and complete job application is required and helps us to better evaluate your qualifications. In completing your job application, please be sure to provide a COMPLETE employment history regarding any and all relevant work experience that you would like for us to consider. If you are applying for a driving position that requires a Commercial Driver License ( CDL ), please list ALL CDL employers on your application. This information is used to determine your salary for CDL jobs. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience and education that is relevant to this position. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. This information will also be used to determine salary in the event that you are selected for this position. You will not be given the opportunity to provide additional work experience once you complete and submit your job application. Furthermore, if selected as the top candidate, you will not be permitted to present additional work experience for salary calculation purposes. Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview. Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meet the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are Candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview. Driving Requirement: This position requires a Current Commercial Driver License, Minimum Class B License and must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License and/or required endorsements within ninety (90) days of employment. City of Austin employees that promote or transfer into driving required positions cannot have more than eight City Driver Points ( CDP ) within a period of thirty-six (36) months and must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . Physical requirements for Operational Positions: The employee is required to perform the following tasks during the normal course of an approximately eight (8) to ten (10) hour day, four (4) to six (6) days a week. This position involves sitting while driving a commercial refuse vehicle as well as entering or exiting the cab and the rear step of the truck using hand and foot holds pulling body weight about 18-36 inches around 1250 times per day. The employee will apply up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and less force frequently to move objects. The position requires constant standing and grasping of hand holds roughly 32-54 inches from step to handle while riding on the back of the truck with frequent stops. This will involve continuous use of arms, shoulders, legs and feet to operate drive/steering inputs. Additionally, the employee will frequently be expected to perform tasks involving stretching, bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, pushing/pulling, lifting and stooping while inspecting vehicle, while rolling 50+ pound refuse containers or throwing items into a refuse truck at approximately 5 feet high. This position walks from house to house to retrieve carts, brush, bulk, and bags for approximately 8-10 hours during a normal work day and works in extreme heat, cold, rain and other bad weather. Additional hazards include working close to mechanical parts, oils, fumes/odors/gases, noise, repetitive motions and vibration which expose joints and muscles to vibration and shock produced by the truck as well as walking near traffic, uneven surfaces, mud, snow, ice or rain daily. Employees may come in contact with blood and/or other potentially infectious materials. Employees must have sufficiently good eyesight to drive and inspect trucks and other equipment. Additionally, listening while driving is necessary to hear emergency vehicles and other issues with traffic or operational equipment. Employees must also be able to hear and speak to communicate with supervisors, dispatchers, and citizens. NOTE : All Austin Resource Recovery locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any ARR worksite - including parking lot or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Pay Range $23.76 - $27.56 per hour Hours Monday - Friday; 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (10-hour shift) with one rotating day off or; Monday - Friday; 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (8-hour shift) Employee will be required to work holidays, after hours, weekends, seasonal shift changes, and other areas due to business needs. Job Close Date 04/26/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Resource Recovery Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 4108 Todd Lane, Austin, TX 78744 Preferred Qualifications Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Picks up, processes, or disposes of trash, brush, litter, recyclables, bulky items, re-use items, or compostable items and dumps collected materials at designated dump sites/landfill. Maintains dedicated bus lanes and bikeways on residential and major streets in City of Austin. Pre-trips all vehicles and heavy equipment, as required by management; maintains detailed vehicle and equipment records; completes paperwork, forms, and reports related to collection activities. Learns and follows routes, reads street maps, and micro-routes to locate route destinations. Trains others in the proper use of equipment and vehicles as required by management. Sets up, operates, and maintains (as required by position) automated collection vehicles, street sweeper vehicles, rear-loader vehicles, rubber-wheeled loader, truck-mounted knuckle-boom grapple loader (crane), tractor trailer rig, truck trailer rig to haul equipment and materials, heavy equipment, landfill-wheeled trash compactor; track dozer loader with waste handling, paddle wheel scraper, track dozer with angle and straight blade, brush tub grinder, motor grader, wheeled/tracked excavator, fuel service truck, forklift, tanker, high-lift rubber tire loader, dump truck, water truck, roll-off truck, roll-off truck/roll-off trailer combination, and other industry related equipment as assigned. Checks, refills, or changes fluids, belts, hoses, or safety features of various waste management industry equipment. Operates hand tools, air-powered wrenches in performing replacement of worn equipment parts; uses hand tools such as backpack blower, rake, shovel, and sweep to stack, load, and unload smaller debris and litter (as required by position). Hauls leachate and documents all loads following regulatory guidelines pertaining to landfills (as required by position). Decides whether to pick up trash that is set out improperly. Provides information to customers when appropriate and responds to routine customer questions about work being performed. Places customer notices, door hangers, and public information literature. Cleans up illegal dump sites, parkland, targeted homeless encampment sites, and other sites with high volume of trash-related complaints or concerns throughout the City of Austin. Follows all safety rules. Observes and reports accidents, burglaries, and hazardous situations. Assists other Austin Resource Recovery ( ARR ) crews as directed and performs other duties as assigned and performs the tasks of ARR Associates, Operator Trainees, and Operators as needed. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: None. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of ARR processes, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of equipment and vehicles used in waste services. Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of assigned equipment and vehicles. Skill in reading and understanding blueprints and plans. Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other City employees and the public. Skill in heavy lifting and carrying equipment or materials applicable to the work being performed. Skill in operating power tools. Skill in using small hand tools. Skill in reading and writing English necessary to the level of tasks performed. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in English including manuals and instruction panels. Ability to operate required vehicles safely. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions Ability to train or assist in the training of employees as required by management. Ability to drive and operate various truck/tractor and trailer combination vehicles on residential streets. Ability to manipulate knuckle boom grapple loader in tight restricted spaces. Ability to communicate safety procedures. Ability to read, understand, and follow maps and mapping directions. Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Austin Resource Recovery Operator Senior position are: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two (2) years of driving experience with a Commercial Driver License. One (1) year of additional experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Additionally, you must possess a Current Class B* Commercial Driver License. You must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License and/or required endorsements within ninety (90) days of employment, as required by position. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * Describe in detail how you meet the minimum qualifications of this position. Please detail how you meet the educational requirements, account for the years of related experience, and explain any substitutions of experience for education (if applicable). (Open Ended Question) * This position requires a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License. Do you have a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License within 90 days of employment? Yes No * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that internal hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. City of Austin employees that promote or transfer into driving required positions cannot have more than eight City Driver Points (CDP) within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No * To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy. Are you able to meet this requirement? Yes No * Please list your heavy equipment experience including and commercial driving experience detailing where and/or what position on your application you used a commercial driver license and which commercial driver license equipment you used. Please be sure to include Employer Name and years of experience with each piece of equipment. If you do not have this experience, please put N/A. (Open Ended Question) * Which of the following best describes the type of valid Texas Driver License you currently possess? Class A Commercial Driver License (e.g. tractor trailer, tankers, etc) Class B Commercial Driver License (e.g. rear loader, dump truck, large passenger bus, etc) Commercial Driver License permit Texas Class C Operator License (e.g. standard car and vans) Out of State Driver License No Driver License but ability to obtain a Texas Class C or above by date of hire None * How many years of driving with a Commercial Driver License (CDL) do you have? None Less than 1 year More than 1 year but less than 2 years More than 2 years but less than 3 years More than 3 years but less than 4 years More than 4 years but less than 5 years 5 years + * How did you hear about this opportunity? (The information requested is optional and is not considered as part of the application for employment.) Employee Referral Online Advertising/Media ARR Job Fair Workforce Solutions Job Fair COA Website CDL Driving School Other * Were you referred to this job opportunity by an Austin Resource Recovery employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
City of Kansas City, MO
Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Full-time position available with the Public Works Department, Street Maintenenance District 1 Division located at 2400 Russell Road Salary Range: $22.61-$34.48/hour Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Application Deadline Date: April 29, 2024 Responsibilities Operates heavy, complex, and specialized automotive equipment in connection with the construction, maintenance, and repair of street systems. Operates a pavement striper. Operates a bulldozer in the maintenance and upkeep of roads. Services equipment with fuel, oil, water, and grease. Operates a heavy construction-type motor patrol grader in building of roads and plowing snow and maintaining ditches. Reads grade stakes, grades, and finish grades streets before oiling. Shapes road shoulders and crowns. Operates a large trenching machine or backhoe digging ditches or holes for drainage pipes, culvert, or bridge maintenance. Operates high loader with a bucket capacity of 2-1/2 cubic yards or more in loading materials and equipment. Leads drivers who are assigned to haul for the loader. Makes routine field adjustments and repairs to equipment; assists mechanics in the maintenance and major repair of equipment. Conducts safety inspection of equipment. Maintains and completes accurate records and logs. Operates complex specialized mowing equipment in conjunction with roadside maintenance. Participates in snow plowing and snow removal operations. Performs related duties as required. Qualifications REQUIRES 2 years of increasingly responsible experience in the operation of heavy and complex construction and maintenance equipment. Must possess a valid state -issued driver's license in accordance with the City of KCMO policies. May be required to possess a valid MO Class A, B, or C CDL prior to the end of the employee's probationary period as determined by the department. If moving from a non-safety-sensitive position, must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post offer physical examination as prescribed by the City. Other Information URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete. In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System. Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained. Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical. If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months. The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org . If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).
Full-time position available with the Public Works Department, Street Maintenenance District 1 Division located at 2400 Russell Road Salary Range: $22.61-$34.48/hour Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Application Deadline Date: April 29, 2024 Responsibilities Operates heavy, complex, and specialized automotive equipment in connection with the construction, maintenance, and repair of street systems. Operates a pavement striper. Operates a bulldozer in the maintenance and upkeep of roads. Services equipment with fuel, oil, water, and grease. Operates a heavy construction-type motor patrol grader in building of roads and plowing snow and maintaining ditches. Reads grade stakes, grades, and finish grades streets before oiling. Shapes road shoulders and crowns. Operates a large trenching machine or backhoe digging ditches or holes for drainage pipes, culvert, or bridge maintenance. Operates high loader with a bucket capacity of 2-1/2 cubic yards or more in loading materials and equipment. Leads drivers who are assigned to haul for the loader. Makes routine field adjustments and repairs to equipment; assists mechanics in the maintenance and major repair of equipment. Conducts safety inspection of equipment. Maintains and completes accurate records and logs. Operates complex specialized mowing equipment in conjunction with roadside maintenance. Participates in snow plowing and snow removal operations. Performs related duties as required. Qualifications REQUIRES 2 years of increasingly responsible experience in the operation of heavy and complex construction and maintenance equipment. Must possess a valid state -issued driver's license in accordance with the City of KCMO policies. May be required to possess a valid MO Class A, B, or C CDL prior to the end of the employee's probationary period as determined by the department. If moving from a non-safety-sensitive position, must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post offer physical examination as prescribed by the City. Other Information URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete. In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System. Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained. Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical. If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months. The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org . If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).
CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
Sunnyvale, California, United States
Description SENIOR MAINTENANCE WORKER Street Operations Division Regular Full-Time Employment Opportunity The City of Sunnyvale's Department of Public Works is recruiting for two Senior Maintenance Worker positions within the Street Operations division. One Senior Maintenance Worker position will be assigned to the pavement team responsible for maintenance, repair, sweeping and cleaning of City streets, curbs, gutters, and similar right-of-way infrastructure. One Senior Maintenance Worker position will be assigned to the traffic markings and signs team responsible for a variety of tasks involving installing and maintaining traffic signs, painting pavement markings and striping, and repairing concrete sidewalk for the city. This classification reports to a Public Works Supervisor and receives assignments related to the above-mentioned maintenance tasks. Under general direction, performs skilled manual tasks in the maintenance of streets, street lights, and supporting facilities; operates motorized equipment; leads small field crews; does related work as required. Members of this classification will normally be assigned to a street, lighting or concrete crew. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Employees in this class must have the demonstrated ability to operate, on a production basis, moving equipment such as front-end loaders, backhoes, rollers, spreader boxes, paint stripers, cranes, and personnel lift trucks. Senior Maintenance Workers will perform some of the duties of the higher-rated Heavy Equipment Operator and some of the duties of the lower-rated Maintenance Worker II. They are distinguished from the higher classification of Heavy Equipment Operator in that their duties involve less leading of crews and less proficiency in equipment operation, and from the lower classification of Maintenance Worker II by the fact that they occasionally lead small crews and are expected to operate equipment such as backhoes, sweepers, and loaders which is not expected of Maintenance Worker II's. Essential Job Functions (May include, but are not limited to, the following): Incumbents will perform essential functions listed below related to the specific crew to which they have been assigned. Services and makes running adjustments to equipment used in the performance of assigned tasks. Operates equipment such as air compressors and jackhammers; and motor vehicles such as trucks, loaders, oilers, paint stripers, backhoes, fork lifts, and other similar maintenance or construction equipment. Performs a variety of skilled tasks related to repair and maintenance of City streets, including pavement, traffic signs, and other structures. Repairs and maintains street lighting systems by performing such tasks as bulb replacement and other minor repairs or adjustments. Works with concrete and asphalt materials. Operates cutting and welding equipment, and thermo-plastic equipment. Interprets maps and plans. Leads small crews. OTHER FUNCTIONS May operate street sweeper. Provide information to Public Works Supervisor regarding performance of subordinates. Performs other duties, as required. WORKING CONDITIONS Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level, uneven and slippery surfaces, reaching twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when operating assigned equipment. Acute hearing is required in both the field and the office. The ability to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing up to 70 pounds, such as a jackhammer, is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, heat and cold. The incumbent may be exposed to fumes, dust chemicals, and air contaminants. The nature of the work may also require the incumbent to climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles and work in heavy traffic conditions. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations. The base salary for this classification includes pay for potentially hazardous duties as listed in the essential job functions. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way: Graduation from high school or tested equivalent AND three years of construction or maintenance experience equivalent to the type of work performed by a municipal public works department. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of worker safety; Skill in: Operating and using equipment and tools employed by the division to which assigned including, but not limited to, frond-end loaders, backhoes, rollers, spreader boxes, paint striping machines, and related equipment. Ability to: Provide technical and functional supervision over assigned staff; effectively train staff. Licenses/Certificates: Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Class B Commercial Driver's License with a Tanker endorsement and a safe driving record. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: California Class A Commercial Driver's License with a Tanker endorsement. Application and Selection Process APPLICATION PROCESS The application period closes on Monday, May 13, 2024 at 5:00pm (postmarks or faxes are not accepted). Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. Electronic applications may be submitted online through the City's employment page at https://sunnyvale.ca.gov , and click on 'City Jobs'. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. EXAM PROCESS Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the oral examination process scheduled for Wednesday, May 29, 2024. (Note: The examination process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Director of Human Resources). SELECTION PROCESS Those candidates that receive a passing score on the examination will be placed on an eligibility list for up to one year, in accordance with the City's Civil Service Rules and Administrative Policies. Top candidates on the eligibility list will be invited to participate in a selection interview with the department tentatively scheduled for Thursday, June 6, 2024. Any candidate that is selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check, as well as a medical exam(s) administered by a City selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly-hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing. INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION Any successful candidate, selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of education (i.e. original copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts). A valid California Class B driver's license and a safe driving record is required for this position at the time of appointment. Should you move forward to be hired for this position, you will be required to turn in a current copy of your DMV driving record. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Positions in this job classification are represented by the Sunnyvale Employees Association (SEA) . For assistance on how to fill out your job application, watch the following video: How to Apply for a City of Sunnyvale Job - YouTube (5:13) The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The City of Sunnyvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Sunnyvale not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion (including religious dress or grooming practice), color, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding), gender identity and/or gender expression, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, family relationship, age, cancer or HIV/AIDS related medical condition, genetic characteristics and/or genetic information, and physical or mental disability. Applicants needing special accommodations for testing should submit a request to the Department of Human Resources at time of application. Summary of Sunnyvale's Employees Association SEA Notice of CFRA (California Family Rights Act) Rights and Obligations Closing Date/Time: 5/13/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Description SENIOR MAINTENANCE WORKER Street Operations Division Regular Full-Time Employment Opportunity The City of Sunnyvale's Department of Public Works is recruiting for two Senior Maintenance Worker positions within the Street Operations division. One Senior Maintenance Worker position will be assigned to the pavement team responsible for maintenance, repair, sweeping and cleaning of City streets, curbs, gutters, and similar right-of-way infrastructure. One Senior Maintenance Worker position will be assigned to the traffic markings and signs team responsible for a variety of tasks involving installing and maintaining traffic signs, painting pavement markings and striping, and repairing concrete sidewalk for the city. This classification reports to a Public Works Supervisor and receives assignments related to the above-mentioned maintenance tasks. Under general direction, performs skilled manual tasks in the maintenance of streets, street lights, and supporting facilities; operates motorized equipment; leads small field crews; does related work as required. Members of this classification will normally be assigned to a street, lighting or concrete crew. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Employees in this class must have the demonstrated ability to operate, on a production basis, moving equipment such as front-end loaders, backhoes, rollers, spreader boxes, paint stripers, cranes, and personnel lift trucks. Senior Maintenance Workers will perform some of the duties of the higher-rated Heavy Equipment Operator and some of the duties of the lower-rated Maintenance Worker II. They are distinguished from the higher classification of Heavy Equipment Operator in that their duties involve less leading of crews and less proficiency in equipment operation, and from the lower classification of Maintenance Worker II by the fact that they occasionally lead small crews and are expected to operate equipment such as backhoes, sweepers, and loaders which is not expected of Maintenance Worker II's. Essential Job Functions (May include, but are not limited to, the following): Incumbents will perform essential functions listed below related to the specific crew to which they have been assigned. Services and makes running adjustments to equipment used in the performance of assigned tasks. Operates equipment such as air compressors and jackhammers; and motor vehicles such as trucks, loaders, oilers, paint stripers, backhoes, fork lifts, and other similar maintenance or construction equipment. Performs a variety of skilled tasks related to repair and maintenance of City streets, including pavement, traffic signs, and other structures. Repairs and maintains street lighting systems by performing such tasks as bulb replacement and other minor repairs or adjustments. Works with concrete and asphalt materials. Operates cutting and welding equipment, and thermo-plastic equipment. Interprets maps and plans. Leads small crews. OTHER FUNCTIONS May operate street sweeper. Provide information to Public Works Supervisor regarding performance of subordinates. Performs other duties, as required. WORKING CONDITIONS Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level, uneven and slippery surfaces, reaching twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when operating assigned equipment. Acute hearing is required in both the field and the office. The ability to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing up to 70 pounds, such as a jackhammer, is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, heat and cold. The incumbent may be exposed to fumes, dust chemicals, and air contaminants. The nature of the work may also require the incumbent to climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles and work in heavy traffic conditions. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations. The base salary for this classification includes pay for potentially hazardous duties as listed in the essential job functions. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way: Graduation from high school or tested equivalent AND three years of construction or maintenance experience equivalent to the type of work performed by a municipal public works department. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of worker safety; Skill in: Operating and using equipment and tools employed by the division to which assigned including, but not limited to, frond-end loaders, backhoes, rollers, spreader boxes, paint striping machines, and related equipment. Ability to: Provide technical and functional supervision over assigned staff; effectively train staff. Licenses/Certificates: Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Class B Commercial Driver's License with a Tanker endorsement and a safe driving record. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: California Class A Commercial Driver's License with a Tanker endorsement. Application and Selection Process APPLICATION PROCESS The application period closes on Monday, May 13, 2024 at 5:00pm (postmarks or faxes are not accepted). Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. Electronic applications may be submitted online through the City's employment page at https://sunnyvale.ca.gov , and click on 'City Jobs'. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. EXAM PROCESS Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the oral examination process scheduled for Wednesday, May 29, 2024. (Note: The examination process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Director of Human Resources). SELECTION PROCESS Those candidates that receive a passing score on the examination will be placed on an eligibility list for up to one year, in accordance with the City's Civil Service Rules and Administrative Policies. Top candidates on the eligibility list will be invited to participate in a selection interview with the department tentatively scheduled for Thursday, June 6, 2024. Any candidate that is selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check, as well as a medical exam(s) administered by a City selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly-hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing. INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION Any successful candidate, selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of education (i.e. original copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts). A valid California Class B driver's license and a safe driving record is required for this position at the time of appointment. Should you move forward to be hired for this position, you will be required to turn in a current copy of your DMV driving record. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Positions in this job classification are represented by the Sunnyvale Employees Association (SEA) . For assistance on how to fill out your job application, watch the following video: How to Apply for a City of Sunnyvale Job - YouTube (5:13) The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The City of Sunnyvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Sunnyvale not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion (including religious dress or grooming practice), color, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding), gender identity and/or gender expression, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, family relationship, age, cancer or HIV/AIDS related medical condition, genetic characteristics and/or genetic information, and physical or mental disability. Applicants needing special accommodations for testing should submit a request to the Department of Human Resources at time of application. Summary of Sunnyvale's Employees Association SEA Notice of CFRA (California Family Rights Act) Rights and Obligations Closing Date/Time: 5/13/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
MOHAVE COUNTY, AZ
Kingman, AZ, United States
Job Summary Mohave County Sheriff's Office is currently recruiting for a Public Safety Dispatcher. Performs entry level work involved in simultaneously operating a multi-channel radio console, computer terminal, 911 mapping and multi-line telephone while maintaining a computer aided dispatch system, receives and transmits information and transmits messages and instructions to law enforcement response personnel within policy and procedural guidelines. In a learning and training capacity, an employee will assist and perform (as level of understanding and experience increases) in any or all of the examples of work performed by a Public Safety Dispatcher Senior. REPORTS TO On-the-job training is performed under immediate supervision of a higher level of authority; however, as skill and experience are gained in fulfilling routine duties, increasingly independent action and decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures may be authorized. SUPERVISION EXERCISED May oversee and assist newer employees with proper guidance and direction when necessary. Essential Job Functions Receives, evaluates and prioritizes calls from citizens reporting emergencies or problems. Communicates with caller until information is fully understood. Calms and counsels distraught and irate callers in emergency situations. Efficiently informs Sheriff’s personnel, and/or responding entities of the nature and location of the problem. Dispatches appropriate units to emergency scenes. Communicates streets, address and locations to units in the field. Assists unit in determined best route as necessary. Maintains contact with officers. Responsible for accurate data entry in local, in-house, state and national criminal justice records systems. Knowledge of the 911 system, how to obtain caller location and decipher such data to usable information for field units. Knowledge of all security regulations as to use of and distribution of all information obtained via criminal justice terminals and equipment. Monitors and recalls immediate locations and assignments of public safety personnel. Sends and receives messages via criminal justice computer system. Responsible for the security and confidentiality of criminal histories and other sensitive information received in the communication center. Maintains logs pertaining to calls for service, time and disposition of calls and field unit status. Conducts periodic checks of equipment to assure proper functioning. Keeps informed of County geography, street locations, patrol districts and other agency boundaries. Maintains reference materials and keep informed of basic laws, codes, ordinances, Sheriff’s Office regulations, policies, procedures, organizational structure and functions. Accuracy, speed and efficiency in researching multiple systems and distribution of data/information to a multitude of requestors. Communicates and acts in a professional manner with the public, co-workers, and work contacts. SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS Performs related work as required. Performs special assignments as requested. Exercise regular and predictable attendance and punctuality in accordance with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma /GED (General Education Degree). OR any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training may will be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications. SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENT Must pass drug screen post offer. Must possess a valid driver’s license for operation of motor vehicles on Arizona roads at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position. Provide acceptable driving history at no cost to the County. Must demonstrate the ability to type a minimum of 30 words per minute (WPM). Must complete the Sheriff’s Office eighteen (18) week telecommunications course. Possess a willingness to strive and obtain a Terminal Operator Certification within six (6) months of appointment. Must successfully complete National Incident Management System (NIMS) Incident Command levels 100 LE.b, 200.b and 700.a courses. Must obtain Train-the-Trainer certification within three (3) years of employment. All candidates will be required to successfully complete a thorough criminal background, fingerprint and health-related examination, with NO FELONY CONVICTIONS. May require successful completion of a psychological and polygraph examination. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of: Filing methods, typing, telephone answering, and other office procedures. Correct punctuation, spelling, grammatical usage, reading skills and other communication skills. Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations. Map reading skills. Access to useable resources utilized in the performance of the job. Skill in: Operating computer terminal and telephones as well as all office equipment including but not limited to copier, facsimile etc. Verbal, written and oral communication. Principles of customer service. Ability to: Learn operations of radio console, 911 equipment including but not limited to mapping, GIS, GPS coordinate plotting and caller tracking, recording equipment, EAS radio, NAWAS Phone. Work with multiple computer terminals and monitors simultaneously, accurately, expeditious and efficient data entry into multiple systems Prioritize tasks/learn geography of Mohave County and surrounding counties. Hear multiple events simultaneously and take appropriate action immediately. Learn all radio codes and officer call signs. Comprehend CAD system and any other computer systems utilized within the communications center. Understand all aspects of response within the emergency response of Mohave County such as law enforcement, medical, fire and any state and federal response systems. Flexible in handling multiple tasks. Understand written and oral instructions. Maintain required records and reports. Think and act quickly in an appropriate manner during emergency situations and in accordance with prescribed departmental procedures. Deal courteously and effectively with the public over the telephone and/or in person. Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action. Comprehend operations instructions pertaining to specialized equipment. Maintain a good working relationship with coworkers, members of the department, other agencies and the general public. Speak clearly in a well-modulated voice in an acceptable speed. Exercise care in the use of supplies and equipment. Performs multiple functions simultaneously in a timely manner. Effectively and efficiently operate communications equipment. Prioritize incoming information in order of importance. Work independently with minimal supervision and have a vast knowledge of policies and procedures or have the ability to obtain the information through various resources within three (3) years of employment. Perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation. Comply with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations. Continue to acquire supervisory skills through available resources.
Job Summary Mohave County Sheriff's Office is currently recruiting for a Public Safety Dispatcher. Performs entry level work involved in simultaneously operating a multi-channel radio console, computer terminal, 911 mapping and multi-line telephone while maintaining a computer aided dispatch system, receives and transmits information and transmits messages and instructions to law enforcement response personnel within policy and procedural guidelines. In a learning and training capacity, an employee will assist and perform (as level of understanding and experience increases) in any or all of the examples of work performed by a Public Safety Dispatcher Senior. REPORTS TO On-the-job training is performed under immediate supervision of a higher level of authority; however, as skill and experience are gained in fulfilling routine duties, increasingly independent action and decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures may be authorized. SUPERVISION EXERCISED May oversee and assist newer employees with proper guidance and direction when necessary. Essential Job Functions Receives, evaluates and prioritizes calls from citizens reporting emergencies or problems. Communicates with caller until information is fully understood. Calms and counsels distraught and irate callers in emergency situations. Efficiently informs Sheriff’s personnel, and/or responding entities of the nature and location of the problem. Dispatches appropriate units to emergency scenes. Communicates streets, address and locations to units in the field. Assists unit in determined best route as necessary. Maintains contact with officers. Responsible for accurate data entry in local, in-house, state and national criminal justice records systems. Knowledge of the 911 system, how to obtain caller location and decipher such data to usable information for field units. Knowledge of all security regulations as to use of and distribution of all information obtained via criminal justice terminals and equipment. Monitors and recalls immediate locations and assignments of public safety personnel. Sends and receives messages via criminal justice computer system. Responsible for the security and confidentiality of criminal histories and other sensitive information received in the communication center. Maintains logs pertaining to calls for service, time and disposition of calls and field unit status. Conducts periodic checks of equipment to assure proper functioning. Keeps informed of County geography, street locations, patrol districts and other agency boundaries. Maintains reference materials and keep informed of basic laws, codes, ordinances, Sheriff’s Office regulations, policies, procedures, organizational structure and functions. Accuracy, speed and efficiency in researching multiple systems and distribution of data/information to a multitude of requestors. Communicates and acts in a professional manner with the public, co-workers, and work contacts. SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS Performs related work as required. Performs special assignments as requested. Exercise regular and predictable attendance and punctuality in accordance with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma /GED (General Education Degree). OR any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training may will be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications. SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENT Must pass drug screen post offer. Must possess a valid driver’s license for operation of motor vehicles on Arizona roads at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position. Provide acceptable driving history at no cost to the County. Must demonstrate the ability to type a minimum of 30 words per minute (WPM). Must complete the Sheriff’s Office eighteen (18) week telecommunications course. Possess a willingness to strive and obtain a Terminal Operator Certification within six (6) months of appointment. Must successfully complete National Incident Management System (NIMS) Incident Command levels 100 LE.b, 200.b and 700.a courses. Must obtain Train-the-Trainer certification within three (3) years of employment. All candidates will be required to successfully complete a thorough criminal background, fingerprint and health-related examination, with NO FELONY CONVICTIONS. May require successful completion of a psychological and polygraph examination. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of: Filing methods, typing, telephone answering, and other office procedures. Correct punctuation, spelling, grammatical usage, reading skills and other communication skills. Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations. Map reading skills. Access to useable resources utilized in the performance of the job. Skill in: Operating computer terminal and telephones as well as all office equipment including but not limited to copier, facsimile etc. Verbal, written and oral communication. Principles of customer service. Ability to: Learn operations of radio console, 911 equipment including but not limited to mapping, GIS, GPS coordinate plotting and caller tracking, recording equipment, EAS radio, NAWAS Phone. Work with multiple computer terminals and monitors simultaneously, accurately, expeditious and efficient data entry into multiple systems Prioritize tasks/learn geography of Mohave County and surrounding counties. Hear multiple events simultaneously and take appropriate action immediately. Learn all radio codes and officer call signs. Comprehend CAD system and any other computer systems utilized within the communications center. Understand all aspects of response within the emergency response of Mohave County such as law enforcement, medical, fire and any state and federal response systems. Flexible in handling multiple tasks. Understand written and oral instructions. Maintain required records and reports. Think and act quickly in an appropriate manner during emergency situations and in accordance with prescribed departmental procedures. Deal courteously and effectively with the public over the telephone and/or in person. Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action. Comprehend operations instructions pertaining to specialized equipment. Maintain a good working relationship with coworkers, members of the department, other agencies and the general public. Speak clearly in a well-modulated voice in an acceptable speed. Exercise care in the use of supplies and equipment. Performs multiple functions simultaneously in a timely manner. Effectively and efficiently operate communications equipment. Prioritize incoming information in order of importance. Work independently with minimal supervision and have a vast knowledge of policies and procedures or have the ability to obtain the information through various resources within three (3) years of employment. Perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation. Comply with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations. Continue to acquire supervisory skills through available resources.