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Qualifications The City of Taylor is seeking candidates who meet the following requirements: Able to work 10-20 hours each week, Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Qualified applicants must possess a CDL license Knowledge of Taylor with regard to street locations is preferred

Recreation Assistant (part-time, temporary) Paratransit Driver (part-time, temporary) $17.63 - $21.43 per hour Open Until Filled The POSITION: The Paratransit Program seeks part-time, temporary Paratransit Drivers to transport seniors and disabled residents in the local area. This position requires a Class B Driver's License with all appropriate endorsements. The program is based out of the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Boulevard, Pleasanton. Basic duties include: • Drive a City-owned bus or other suitable vehicle transporting seniors and persons with disabilities • Maintain accurate trip records • Provide door-to-door assistance to passengers, as necessary, to include carrying passenger's packages and other belongings • Collect tickets/punch passes • Provide passengers with information regarding senior and disabled services • Administer first aid, if necessary • Perform routine safety checks of vehicles; documents and reports safety or mechanical problems The ideal candidate will possess: • Comfort level working with senior citizens and/or disabled persons • Familiarity with the Tri-Valley area is desirable • CPR, AED and First Aid certification Knowledge of: • Simple accounting tasks and record keeping • Paratransit operations, emergency and safety protocols Skill to: • Provide door-to-door assistance, which includes lifting/pushing wheelchair clients up ramps, and carrying passenger's packages and belongings • Work independently under supervision of Recreation Coordinator and Dispatch Staff The Selection Process: Applicants must submit a City application and current DMV driving record. The most qualified applicants will be invited for an interview. A reference check will be conducted prior to making an offer. Prior to starting employment, the selected applicants must provide a copy of a certificate showing that he/she has undergone and successfully cleared a tuberculosis test within the past two years, or undergo a tuberculosis test arranged by the City. Applicants will also be required to undergo and successfully pass a physical exam, and fingerprint check by the City prior to starting employment. If you are interested in these positions, please complete the City Application available at http://www.cityofpleasantonca.gov/gov/depts/hr/jobs/default.asp. If you have questions about this position, you may contact Julie Parkinson, Recreation Coordinator at jparkinson@cityofpleasantonca.gov or (925) 931-5366. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The Division: The Youth and Human Services Division includes early childhood education programs; Gingerbread Preschool; teen programs and activities; Recreation for Adults with Developmental Disabilities (RADD); Senior programs and Pleasanton Paratransit Services. Pleasanton Paratransit Driver Program Driver Recruitment Guidelines As an interested applicant for the Paratransit Driver position, please note the following procedures: A. Interested Candidates must submit the following: • A copy of the current Class B California Driver's License with all appropriate endorsements. • City of Pleasanton employment application which is available at: http://www.cityofpleasantonca.gov/gov/depts/hr/jobs/default.asp • Current (within four (4) weeks) Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) driver record information form B. Applications will be screened for the following qualifications and abilities and those individuals that best qualify will be invited to an interview: • Experience working with senior citizens and/or disabled persons. • Ability to complete simple accounting tasks and record keeping. • An understanding of Paratransit operations, emergency and safety protocols. • Ability to provide door-to- door assistance, which includes lifting/pushing the equivalent of 50 lbs. for wheelchair clients up ramps, and carrying passenger's packages and belongings. • Knowledge of the Livermore /Amador Valley area. • Ability to work some evenings and weekends. • Develop and maintain good working relationships with City and outside agency personnel. C. After interview and prior to hire, candidates will complete the following: • Department of Justice (DOJ) fingerprint test • Pre-employment Physical • TB test • AmericanRed Cross certification in CPR, First Aid, and AED Closing Date/Time: Continuous

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TREASURER AND TAX COLLECTOR DEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY SENIOR DEPUTY PUBLIC CONSERVATOR/ADMINISTRATOR EXAM NUMBER: B1483B *** ONLINE FILING ONLY *** FILING START DATE : 02/08/19, 8:00 A.M. (PST) FILING END DATE : 02/22/19, 5:00 P.M. (PST) FILING TYPE :Departmental Promotional Opportunity - Restricted to permanent employees of the County of Los Angeles Treasurer and Tax CollectorDepartment who have successfully completed their initial probationary period. Current employees in the unclassified service who meet the followingcriteria also qualify to participate in this exam: Unclassified employees who have attained permanent County status on a classified position by successful completion of the initial probationary period, with no break in service since leaving the classified service. Full-time employees in the unclassified service with at least six months of full-time experience in the unclassified service at the time of filing. WITHHOLD INFORMATION : Permanent employees who have completed their initial probationary period and hold a qualifying payroll title may file for this examination if they are within six months of meeting the experience requirements by the last day of filing. OUT-OF-CLASS or VERIFICATION OF EXPERIENCE LETTER will not be accepted. SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION : Traffic Mitigation Allowance: The County of Los Angeles provides employees who workin the Civic Center a$70 per month transportation allowance that may be used towardsalternate modes of trafficmitigation and/or parking.In addition, the mitigation Commuter Center provides schedules for bus and rail transportation as well asinformation for joining carpools or vanpools. POSITION DESCRIPTION : Performs difficult and sensitive estate investigations and administration for the Public Administrator. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS : Positions in this class report to a Supervising Deputy Public Conservator/Adminstrator and are responsible for investigating larger estates of the deceased to determine eligibility for administration; managing the administration of complex estates; protecting, collecting, inventorying, appraising and lawfully distributing estate assets; and satisfying creditors, heirs, or others' claims against the estate. Positions in this class may be responsible for managing the sale of complex real and personal property, provide lead supervision over Deputy Public Conservator/Administrators, and exercise a thorough knowledge of the Public Administrator's policies and procedures. Essential Job Functions DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO : Conducts the more difficult and sensitive investigations of Public Administrator referrals and administers the larger and more complex estates of deceased persons. Arranges for the protection and the operation of businesses included in the assets of estates. Provides technical guidance and consultation in investigation activities, estate administration, or real property management; may review estates,delegate assignments, and provide lead supervision to the Deputy Public Conservator/Administrators. Provides technical expertise to County Counsel on matters pertaining to Public Administrator operations and local real estate practices for the public auctions and court hearings. Participates in the orientation and training of newly hired Deputy Public Conservator/Administrators, in conducting in-service training programs and staff development activities, and facilitates other internal training programs. Represents the Public Administrator in judicial proceedings as the subject matter expert. Recommends legal action, sale of assets, or other financial transactions for the benefit of the estates or County. Confers with relatives, attorneys, heirs-at-law, creditors or other interested persons regarding the estates of deceased persons. Monitors and directs the work of contracted vendors in the provision of services. Assigns, reviews, and evaluates the work of staff; advises subordinates on problem cases; and provides guidance in estate administration and investigation. Researches complex estates issues including questions of property ownership. Performs liaison duties with escrow and insurance companies, auctioneers, buyers, and attorneys. Processes out-of-state and out-of-country property transactions. Reviews problem cases and provides guidance in estate administration and investigation. Searches, locates, and arranges for the safekeeping of real and personal property and records of decedents. Prepares complex real property for disposition by conducting research. Manages larger and more complex rented properties by preparing and placing advertising in local newspapers, reviewing rental applications, verifying prospective tenants' employment and credit data, interviewing and selecting tenants, collecting rent, inspecting properties, and contracting for repairs and maintenance. Dispositions assets by conducting extensive research to locate heirs to determine heirship and conferring with attorneys, heirs, claimants and others on the status of estates, priority of decedent claims, estimated costs of liquidation, and taxes. Makes funeral arrangements according to burial instructions, provisions of the will, or departmental and court policy; notifies relatives and other interested parties. Confers with other divisions, departments, and government agencies regarding special problems encountered and furnishes information. Maintains records and statistics; updates case files; and prepares letters, reports, and other forms of memoranda by entering and retrieving information via the Client and Asset Management System (CAMS) or using word processing software in connection with the investigation and administration of conservatorship, guardianships, or decent estates. Reviews the legitimacy of claims against decedent estates. Facilitates and oversees auction process by initiating requests for issuance of legal notices, attending auctions, and recording sales data. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS : One year of experience in conservatorship, guardianship, or estate administration or investigation at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Deputy Public Conservator/Administrator II*. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : *In the services of Los Angeles County, Deputy Public Conservator/Administrator II, under general supervision, investigates and administers conservatorships and guardianships, or the estates of decedents, conservatees and wards, that are referred to and fall within the jurisdiction of the Public Administrator LICENSE REQUIRED : 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. PHYSICAL CLASS : 2 - Light -Positions within this class require light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : There will be three (3) testing components for this examination. Part I: A multiple choice test weighted 45% of the final score that consists of reading comprehension; written expression; data analysis and decision making; achievement orientation; conscientiousness; customer focus; customer service potential; dependability; and retention. Part II: A job knowledge written test weighted 30% of the final score which will assess laws, codes, regulations, and policies pertaining to decedent probate administration; principles and practices of estate management; principles and practices of interviewing and document research; principles and techniques of case management; real property management; and evaluating and identifying assets. Parts I and IIwill be administered on the same day. Only those candidates that achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in Part I, will have Part II scored. Only those candidateswho achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part II will be invitedto Part III of this examination. STANDARDIZED MULTIPLE CHOICE TESTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. Part III: A structured interview weighted at 25% of the final score whichwill measure the following dimensions and knowledge, skills, and abilities: knowledge of laws, codes, regulations, and policies pertaining to decedent probate administration; knowledge of principles and practices of estate management; interpersonal skills; planning and coordination; adaptability/flexibility; time management; and oral communication. Applicants must meet the minimumrequirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. TRANSFER OF SCORES: Applicants who have taken identical test parts for other exams within the last twelve (12) months will have their scores for the identical test part(s) automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test parts that may be used in the future for new examinations. Upon acceptance of your application, your scores may be transferred to the new examination and you may not be allowed to retake any identical test part(s) for at least a year. ADDITIONAL NOTES: Test invitation letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add ttcexams@ttc.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail. Notice of Non-Acceptance and Final Result letters will be mailed via United States Postal Service (USPS). Test scores cannot be given over the telephone. TEST PREPARATION : Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find a Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test Preparation Information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section.You can also access test preparation for the computerized portion of the test by going to http://www.shldirect.com/practice_tests.html . While these practice materials will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review ALL related materials that you deem necessary. ELIGI BILITY INFORMATION: The names of the candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will appear on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible list for this examinationwill be used to fill vacancies in thePublic Administrator Division of the Department of Treasurer and Tax Collector, located at 320 West Temple Street,Los Angeles, CA 90012. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application by 5:00 p.m. (PST), on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply"button for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this web site. Fill out your application completely including the required Supplemental Questions detailing experience relating to theMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION . We may reject your application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION . Utilizing VERBIAGE from CLASS SPECIFICATION , and MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER : Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTERANDINTERNETACCESSAT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at local public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's official application record. The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . DEPARTMENT CONTACT : TTC Exams/Recruitment DEPARTMENT CONTACT PHONE : (213) 893-0054 DEPARTMENT CONTACT EMAIL : ttcexams@ttc.lacounty.gov CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 ADA COORDINATOR PHONE : (213) 893-0054 TELETYPE PHONE : (800) 899-4099 ALTERNATE TELETYPE PHONE : (800) 897-0077 Closing Date/Time: 2/22/2019 5:00 PM Pacific

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TREASURER AND TAX COLLECTOR DEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY SUPERVISING DEPUTY PUBLIC CONSERVATOR/ADMINISTRATOR II EXAM NUMBER: B1486F *** ONLINE FILING ONLY *** FILING START DATE : 02/07/19, 8:00 A.M. (PST) FILING END DATE : 02/21/19, 5:00 P.M. (PST) FILING TYPE :Departmental Promotional Opportunity - Restricted to permanent employees of the County of Los Angeles Treasurer and Tax Collector Departmentwho have successfully completed their initial probationary period. Current employees in the unclassified service who meet the followingcriteria also qualify to participate in this exam: Unclassified employees who have attained permanent County status on a classified position by successful completion of the initial probationary period, with no break in service since leaving the classified service. Full-time employees in the unclassified service with at least six months of full-time experience in the unclassified service at the time of filing. WITHHOLD INFORMATION : Permanent employees who have completed their initial probationary period and hold a qualifying payroll title may file for this examination if they are within six months of meeting the experience requirements by the last day of filing. OUT-OF-CLASS or VERIFICATION OF EXPERIENCE LETTER will not be accepted. SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION : Traffic Mitigation Allowance: The County of Los Angeles provides employees who workin the Civic Center a$70 per month transportation allowance that may be used towardsalternate modes of trafficmitigation and/or parking.In addition, the mitigation Commuter Center provides schedules for bus and rail transportation as well asinformation for joining carpools or vanpools. POSITION DESCRIPTION : Supervises Deputy Public Conservator/Administrators directly and through subordinate supervisors in the investigation and administration of estates. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS : Positions allocable to this class provide administrative and technical supervision directly or through subordinate supervisors to two or more units of Deputy Public Conservator/Administrators, who are responsible for the investigation and administration of estates. Incumbents appear in court as an expert witness in matters relating to complex probate administration, trusts and legal ownership issues, will contests, heirship and beneficiary rights to property asset collection problems. Incumbents must have a comprehensive knowledge of Public Administrator policies and procedures, be able to process complex financial transactions, demonstrate understanding of real and personal property ownership issues, be able to apply the California Probate Code to circumstances and Public Administrator policies and procedures. Essential Job Functions DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO : Supervises Deputy Public Conservator/Administrators and ancillary staff engaged in the collection, inventory, safeguarding, and or sale of estate real and personal property. Provides technical guidance and consultation on investigation activities, estate administration, storage, and real or personal property management. Conducts difficult and sensitive investigations of case referrals and administers complex estates. Provides technical expertise to County Counsel on Public Administrator operations. Conducts orientation and training of newly hired Deputy Public Conservator/Administrators, and facilitates other internal training programs and staff development activities. Represents the Public Administrator in judicial proceedings as the subject matter expert. Recommends legal action, sale of assets, or other financial transactions that would result in benefits to the estates, or the County. Monitors and directs the work of contracted vendors. Assists with the creation or revision of policies and procedures. Assigns, reviews and evaluates the work of staff and coordinates subordinate staff work with other units. Assists managers with planning, developing, implementing, directing and evaluating the work of the section. Researches complex estate issues and provides recommendations. Performs liaison duties with escrow and insurance companies, auctioneers, buyers, and attorneys. Provides technical support to the Assistant Operations Chief (AOC) with daily duties and assists the AOC in planning, developing, implementing, directing and evaluating the work of the section. Searches, locates, and arranges for the safekeeping of real and personal property; inventories, collects, estimates value, obtains appraisals of value, and arranges for the sale of personal property; locates and arranges for the withdrawal of bank, savings and loan, and stock trading accounts or the inspection and removal of contents of safe deposit boxes. Prepares complex real property for sale; conducts research on real and personal property, reviews notes receivable, notes payable, title reports, insurance records, tax records, trust deeds and other liens; locates and contacts creditors and debtors to arrange payment on outstanding obligations; serves property notices, executes documents related to unlawful detainers, prepares deeds, and communicates with escrow companies, courts, and auctioneers. Manages rental properties by preparing and placing advertisements in local newspapers, reviewing rental applications, verifying prospective tenants' employment and credit data, interviewing and selecting tenants, collecting rent, inspecting properties, and contracting for repairs and maintenance. Conducts extensive research to locate heirs to determine heirship and confers with attorneys, heirs, claimants and others on the status of estates, priority of claims, estimated costs of liquidation, and taxes. Makes funeral arrangements according to burial instructions, provisions of the will, or departmental and court policy; notifies relatives and other interested parties. Confers with other divisions, departments, and government agencies regarding special problems encountered and furnishes information. Maintains records and statistics; updates case files; and prepares letters, reports, and other forms of memoranda by entering and retrieving information via the Client and Asset Management System (CAMS) or using word processing software in connection with the investigation and administration of estates. Reviews the legitimacy of claims against estates by checking for missing or incomplete information such as the amount of claim and ensuring supporting documentation are submitted and approves or rejects claims. Facilitates and oversees the real and personal auction process by initiating request for issuance of legal notices, attending auctions, and recording sales data. Requirements MINIMUMREQUIREMENTS: OPTION I: Two years supervisory experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Supervising Deputy Public Conservator/Administrator I* that supervises Deputy Public Conservator/Administrators engaged in the investigation and administration of conservatorships and guardianships, or of the estates of decedents, conservatees and wards. OPTION II: Four years of highly specialized experience in a lead capacity performing difficult and sensitive investigations and administration of decedents, conservatees and wards estates which must have included experience in real property management and sale of estates of decedents, conservatees and wards at the level of Senior Deputy Public Conservator/Administrator**. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : *In the services of Los Angeles County, Supervising Deputy Public Conservator/Administrator I supervises Deputy Public Conservator/Administrators engaged in the investigation and administration of conservatorships and guardianships, or the estates of decedents, conservatees, and wards that are referred to and fall within the jurisdiction of the Public Administrator. **In the services of Los Angeles County, Senior Deputy Public Conservator/Administrator performs the more difficult and sensitive investigations and administration of conservatorships and guardianships, or the estates of decedents, conservatees, and wards, that are referred to and fall within the jurisdiction of the Public Administrator. LICENSE REQUIRED : 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. PHYSICAL CLASS : 2 - Light -Positions within this class require light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of three (3) parts: PART I : A multiple choice test weighted 45% of the final score that consists of reading comprehension; written expression; data analysis and decision making; deductive reasoning ability; management potential; professional potential; thoroughness; reliability; achievement; innovation; influence; and independence. PART II : A job knowledge written test weighted 30% of the final score that consists of laws, codes, regulations, and policies pertaining to decedent probate administration; principles and practices of estate management; principles and practices of interviewing and document research; principles and techniques of case management; real property management; and evaluating and identifying assets. Parts I and IIwill be administered on the same day. Only those candidates that achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in Part I, will have Part II scored. Only those candidateswho achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part II will be invitedto Part III of this examination. STANDARDIZED MULTIPLE CHOICE TESTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. PART III: A structured interview weighted 25% of the final score whichwillmeasure the following dimensions and knowledge, skills, and abilities:knowledge of laws, codes, regulations, and policies pertaining to decedent probate administration; knowledge of principles and practices of estate management; time management; interpersonal skill; planning and coordination; adaptability/flexibility; oral communication. Applicants must meet the minimumrequirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. TRANSFER OF SCORES: Applicants who have taken identical test parts for other exams within the last twelve (12) months will have their scores for the identical test part(s) automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test parts that may be used in the future for new examinations. Upon acceptance of your application, your scores may be transferred to the new examination and you may not be allowed to retake any identical test part(s) for at least a year. ADDITIONAL NOTES: Test invitation letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add ttcexams@ttc.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail. Notice of Non-Acceptance and Final Result letters will be mailed via United States Postal Service (USPS). Test scores cannot be given over the telephone. TEST PREPARATION : Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find a Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test Preparation Information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section.You can also access test preparation for the computerized portion of the test by going to http://www.shldirect.com/practice_tests.html . While these practice materials will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review ALL related materials that you deem necessary. ELIGI BILITY INFORMATION: The names of the candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will appear on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible list for this examinationwill be used to fill vacancies in thePublic Administrator Division of the Department of Treasurer and Tax Collector, located at 320 West Temple Street,Los Angeles, CA 90012. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application by 5:00 p.m. (PST), on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply"button for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this web site. Fill out your application completely including the required Supplemental Questions detailing experience relating to theMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION . We may reject your application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION ofany information may result in DISQUALIFICATION . Utilizing VERBIAGE from CLASS SPECIFICATION , and MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER : Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTERANDINTERNETACCESSAT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at local public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's official application record. The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . DEPARTMENT CONTACT : TTC Exams/Recruitment DEPARTMENT CONTACT PHONE : (213) 893-0054 DEPARTMENT CONTACT EMAIL : ttcexams@ttc.lacounty.gov CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 ADA COORDINATOR PHONE : (213) 893-0054 TELETYPE PHONE : (800) 899-4099 ALTERNATE TELETYPE PHONE : (800) 897-0077 Closing Date/Time: 2/21/2019 5:00 PM Pacific

About the Department and the Position GENERAL INFORMATION This recruitment is being conducted to fill multiple vacancies in the Public Works Department and to establish an eligibility list to fill future full-time and part-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County. Oral examinations are tentatively scheduled for the week of March 18, 2019. Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627. ABOUT THE COUNTY Stanislaus County is located in Central California within 90 minutes of the San Francisco Bay Area, the Silicon Valley, Sacramento, the Sierra Nevada Mountains and California's Central Coast. With an estimated 538,388 people calling this area home, the community reflects a region rich in diversity with a strong sense of community. Two of California's major north-south transportation routes (Interstate 5 and Highway 99) intersect the area and the County has quickly become one of the dominant logistics center locations on the west coast. The County is home to a vibrant arts community with the world-class Gallo Center for the Arts, a symphony orchestra, and abundant visual and performing arts. Stanislaus County is a global center for agribusiness, positioned by its mild Mediterranean climate, rich soils and progressive farming practices. The area is recognized internationally for agricultural innovation with wine, almonds, poultry, milk, cattle, and walnuts being some of the features industries. The County is also home to Stanislaus State University, Modesto Junior College and benefits from satellite locations of other high quality educational institutions. The County was established in 1854 and has a total land area of 1,515 square miles. Temperatures range from an average low of 38 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter, to an average high of 85 degrees in the summer. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT The Public Works Department supports the Board of Supervisors' goals and priorities of Delivering Efficient Public Services and Community Infrastructure through its five major operating divisions. The department strives to be the leading Public Works Department through innovative stewardship of infrastructure and environment. The Administrative Division is responsible for coordinating the work in all divisions. The Engineering Division designs, surveys and inspects roads and bridges while the Operations/Roads and Bridges Division maintains them; and the Development Services Division reviews private-project improvement plans. The Transit Division operates the StaRT bus system, and the Morgan Heavy Equipment Shop maintains road maintenance vehicles. The Stanislaus County Public Works Department's main office is located at 1716 Morgan Rd. Modesto, CA. The Development Services and Transit Divisions are located at the Government Administration Center ("10th Street Place") located at 1010 10th Street, on the 4th floor. The 4th floor Development Services offices are located among the City of Modesto and Stanislaus County departments dealing with planning, zoning, and building inspection to provide an easy one-stop shop for customers' permitting and inspection needs. ABOUT THE POSITION The Assistant Engineer, under general direction, performs a variety of difficult field and office-engineering duties in connection with the design, construction and management of Public Works projects, and the review of private-project improvement plans. This individual uses judgment and initiative in developing work methods to perform assigned projects and related duties as assigned. This position may supervise sub-professional assistants and entry-level professional engineers in field and office work. Incumbents at this level act as a specialist, independently performing major complex engineering projects and/or a variety of smaller projects. This position is subject to overtime, standby, and callback assignments. One position is in the Design Division of the Public Works Department. The Design Division provides bridge improvement projects as defined in the Capital Improvement Program. The Design Division also provides project consultant selection, and design and construction oversight services to other County Departments such as the Department of Environmental Resources, Parks and Recreation, and Planning and Community Development. These services are provided on: bridge projects, landfill projects, road projects, storm drain improvement projects, traffic signal projects, and water and sewer infrastructure. Another position is in the Developmental Services Division located in our downtown office. The Development Services Division reviews private-project improvement plans; and implements the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program and the Transportation and Encroachment Permitting Program. Typical Tasks Plan and assign work, review engineering projects completed or in progress; Perform engineering analyses and prepare reports and estimates in connection with engineering and budgetary aspects of assigned project; Review and supervise checking of construction plans, specifications and subdivision maps and plans; inspect or initiate inspection of projects during construction and upon completion to determine conformance with standards and specifications; Meet with other departments, agencies or the general public regarding plans, problems and joint projects; Serve as the resident engineer/inspector on assigned projects and acts as the administrator of contracts; Prepare comprehensive reports and make recommendations on engineering problems; Assist with the supervision and training of other employees; Represent the Department at technical meetings and public gatherings; May work with road maintenance crews in an engineering capacity; May conduct traffic studies and related transportation planning; Administer Public Works contracts and billings for various funding programs; and Perform related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications (Skills, Ability, Knowledge, Education/Experience) SKILLS/ABILITIES Independently apply required knowledge in varied work assignments; Perform engineering work and employ a variety of computer applications including proficiency in a supported version of AutoCAD; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public; Work effectively with a variety of internal and external customers to accomplish goals and objectives; deal professionally with the public, developers, consultants, and contractors; Draw detailed plans and write sections of specifications; Prepare accurate estimates of costs, schedules, personnel/materials and other resources related to engineering project responsibilities; make recommendations related to existing or anticipated work budgets; Prepare and present oral presentations to a variety of internal and external customers at public meetings; Perform accurate drafting work from field notes and other data; Prepare clear, concise technical reports; Inspect construction projects and administer the contracts; and Plan, organize and supervise the work of sub-professional and entry-level engineering personnel as assigned. KNOWLEDGE Civil engineering principles and practices; Methods and materials used in planning, design construction and maintenance of varied projects including road, bridge, transportation, drainage and storm water; Surveying and engineering mathematics; Common descriptions of real properties; Strength, properties and uses of materials used in engineering constructions; Principles and practices of supervision, training, and performance management; Principles of Project Management, Construction Management or Contract Administration; and Various codes and court decisions affecting departmental operations. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE PATTERN I Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field; AND Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience equivalent to a Senior Engineering Technician or in plan checking, building design, or construction inspection. PATTERN II California certification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers; AND Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience equivalent to a Senior Engineering Technician or in plan checking, building design, or construction inspection. LICENSE Applicants must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License and remain free from repeated preventable accidents. In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening will focus on the following desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualifications you may have within the "Duties" section of the online application. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Three (3) years experience of Public Works (roads, bridges, storm drainage) construction inspection and/or construction management; OR One (1) year of experience utilizing the Caltrans Standard Specifications and the California Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CA MUTCD); OR One (1) year of experience with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Storm water permitting process, regulations, and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) implementation for construction activities; OR One (1) year of experience working with the State of California Local Assistance Procedures Manual (LAPM); OR One (1) year of experience working with the State of California Highway Design Manual (HDM); OR One (1) year of experience working with Federal funding sources for transportation projects such as; RSTP, CMAQ, HSIP, STIP, and ATP; OR Three (3) years of experience designing and/or reviewing residential subdivisions or non-residential development projects. Application and Selection Procedures CLASSIFICATION INFORMATION Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Mid-Management/Supervisory bargaining unit for labor relations purposes. Individuals who are in a full-time classification position are required to serve a twelve-month probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months, for a total of eighteen months. The probationary period does not apply to unclassified positions. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The County of Stanislaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to submit online application(s) for open position(s). Stanislaus County is committed to establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, supervisors, and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy related condition, marital status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (over 40), political affiliation or belief, or military or veteran status. APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. RECRUITMENT ACCOMMODATIONS Arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities and religious convictions. Applicants requiring testing accommodations are required to complete and submit the Testing Accommodation Request Form prior to the test administration date. Special arrangements for religious convictions should be included in the "Additional Information" section of the application form. http://www.stancounty.com/personnel/pdf/ADATestingForm.pdf GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS Pass County-paid pre-employment drug screening and job-related background investigation. Perform job duties in a manner assuring a safe working environment for oneself and others. Maintain confidential information according to the legal standards and/or County regulations as required. APPLICATION AND/OR EXAMINATION APPEAL RIGHTS Application and/or examination results may be appealed by applicants presenting facts alleging irregularity, fraud and/or error in application screening or in exam scoring. Appeals must be in writing and submitted to the Chief Executive Officer within seven (7) days after the examination results are mailed. JOB TASK ANALYSIS INFORMATION The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under "Disability Management." 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The benefits and other information regarding this position may be found in the Stanislaus County Code, the Stanislaus County Personnel Policies manual, or in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, and such information prevails over information contained in this bulletin. Questions regarding this bulletin may be directed to the Stanislaus County Chief Executive Office/ Human Resources. Closing Date/Time: 3/6/2019 5:00 PM Pacific