Announcement Number: 1767327932 JOE LOMBARDO Governor STATE OF NEVADA NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS SERVICES 555 E. Washington Ave., Room 3200 Las Vegas, Nevada 89101 (702) 486-3830 • Fax (702) 486-3829 UNCLASSIFIED JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF HEALTHCARE SERVICES NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS SERVICES Position Location: Reno or Las Vegas, Nevada Recruitment Open To: All qualified applicants APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL: Recruitment needs are satisfied The State of Nevada, Department of Veterans Services (NDVS) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Deputy Director of Healthcare Services (DDHS). This is a full-time, unclassified position and is exempt from the provisions of State classified service. The position reports directly to the Director of NDVS. THE POSITION: The incumbent assists the Director of NDVS aid and assist Nevada's veterans, military serving in Nevada, and their families. Manages and provides oversight to the State Veterans Home Program, Veterans Suicide Prevention Program, and the Veterans Healthcare Initiatives. This includes ensuring onsite management, objectivity, and consistent vision and leadership for all designs, construction projects, and operations. Supports aging veteran health care needs by actively working to identify emerging needs. Assists individuals, organizations, public officials, and other community organizations research and resolve constituent veteran issues. Represents NDVS during community events, legislative testimony, and other public gatherings. Develops initiatives to improve services; to include the drafting of legislative proposals, writing of grants, and the development of veteran healthcare advocacy and agency operational policy. STATE VETERANS HOME PROGRAM (SVH) NDVS currently operates two veterans skilled nursing facilities (SNF) located in Boulder City, Nevada and Sparks, NV. The Southern Nevada State Veterans Home (SNSVH) is a 180-bed facility. The Northern Nevada State Veterans Home (NNSVH) is a 96-bed facility. Both state nursing homes are rated 5 of 5 stars by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The SNSVH is currently in the initial phases of a proposed remodel project that will change the facility from double occupancy rooms to single occupancy rooms. DDHS Position Announcement As this is currently in the design phase, prospective candidates would benefit in having knowledge of operations and/or construction of skilled nursing facilities. NDVS is also reviewing the opportunity of building a third State Veterans Home in North Las Vegas, Nevada, located on the grounds of the Veterans Administration Southern Nevada Healthcare System. The DDHS position is the lead on this project. It is vital the candidate for the DDHS position has a working knowledge of long- term healthcare facility rules and regulations. VETERANS SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM The goal of the NDVS Veterans Suicide Prevention Program is to reduce and ultimately end veteran suicide. The Veterans Suicide Prevention Program gives purpose to veterans by connecting them to other veterans, community providers, and resources in meaningful ways to enrich their lives. Nevadans across the State of Nevada work together to identify Service Members, Veterans, and their Family Members (SMVF)at risk for suicide, understand the underlying risk factors for suicide, expedite help, and implement protective factors broadly. This program is led by the NDVS Suicide Prevention Program Manager who reports to the DDHS position. VETERANS HEALTHCARE INITIATIVES NDVS recognizes the need to connect veterans to healthcare benefits, resources and/or services. The first veterans' healthcare initiative jump started in 2019 when legislation was passed and signed into law to ensure medical providers across the state of Nevada were asking their patients if they had service in the United States Armed Forces to help connect those veteran patients to benefits. This initiative developed into the Healthcare Champions Program. NDVS has expanded those healthcare initiatives to include the following programs: • Caregivers/Survivors Program • Military Sexual Trauma Program • Mental Health/Connectedness Program • Adult Day Healthcare Program These programs are led by the NDVS Healthcare Initiative Program Manager who reports to the DDHS position. APPOINTMENT Qualifications: The Deputy Director of Healthcare Services position is appointed by the Director of the Nevada Department of Veterans Services and assists the Director perform duties outlined in Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) 417. To be eligible for appointment as the Deputy Director of Healthcare Services, one must be an actual and bona fide resident of the State DDHS Position Announcement of Nevada and have at least 4 years of experience in healthcare management or healthcare administration. The ability to communicate effectively is essential. While not mandatory, an honorable discharge from a branch of the Armed Forces of the United States is highly favorable. Annual Salary: Up to $103,891. Benefits: Employer participates in providing medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees; three weeks paid vacation per year; three weeks paid sick leave per year; 12 paid holidays per year; retirement plan; and life and disability insurance and tax-sheltered deferred compensation plans available. There is no State income tax or social security tax.(For additional information, visit the State of Nevada, Department of Administration, Division of Human Resource Management at www.hr.nv.gov, Public Employee Benefits at www.pebp.state.nv.us, and the Public Employees Retirement System of Nevada at www.nvpers.org.) TO APPLY: Submit your letter of interest and resume to: Nevada Department of Veterans Services Attn: Lety Chavez, Executive Assistant to the Director 555 E. Washington Ave, Suite 3200 Las Vegas, NV 89101 chavezl@veterans.nv.gov (702) 486-3830 www.veterans.nv.gov Your resume must provide a detailed description of employment history, including names and addresses of employers, reasons for leaving, salary history, and professional references. Please indicate in your letter of interest how you heard about the position. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Closing Date/Time: Until recruitment needs are satisfied
Oct 17, 2023
Full Time
Announcement Number: 1767327932 JOE LOMBARDO Governor STATE OF NEVADA NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS SERVICES 555 E. Washington Ave., Room 3200 Las Vegas, Nevada 89101 (702) 486-3830 • Fax (702) 486-3829 UNCLASSIFIED JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF HEALTHCARE SERVICES NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS SERVICES Position Location: Reno or Las Vegas, Nevada Recruitment Open To: All qualified applicants APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL: Recruitment needs are satisfied The State of Nevada, Department of Veterans Services (NDVS) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Deputy Director of Healthcare Services (DDHS). This is a full-time, unclassified position and is exempt from the provisions of State classified service. The position reports directly to the Director of NDVS. THE POSITION: The incumbent assists the Director of NDVS aid and assist Nevada's veterans, military serving in Nevada, and their families. Manages and provides oversight to the State Veterans Home Program, Veterans Suicide Prevention Program, and the Veterans Healthcare Initiatives. This includes ensuring onsite management, objectivity, and consistent vision and leadership for all designs, construction projects, and operations. Supports aging veteran health care needs by actively working to identify emerging needs. Assists individuals, organizations, public officials, and other community organizations research and resolve constituent veteran issues. Represents NDVS during community events, legislative testimony, and other public gatherings. Develops initiatives to improve services; to include the drafting of legislative proposals, writing of grants, and the development of veteran healthcare advocacy and agency operational policy. STATE VETERANS HOME PROGRAM (SVH) NDVS currently operates two veterans skilled nursing facilities (SNF) located in Boulder City, Nevada and Sparks, NV. The Southern Nevada State Veterans Home (SNSVH) is a 180-bed facility. The Northern Nevada State Veterans Home (NNSVH) is a 96-bed facility. Both state nursing homes are rated 5 of 5 stars by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The SNSVH is currently in the initial phases of a proposed remodel project that will change the facility from double occupancy rooms to single occupancy rooms. DDHS Position Announcement As this is currently in the design phase, prospective candidates would benefit in having knowledge of operations and/or construction of skilled nursing facilities. NDVS is also reviewing the opportunity of building a third State Veterans Home in North Las Vegas, Nevada, located on the grounds of the Veterans Administration Southern Nevada Healthcare System. The DDHS position is the lead on this project. It is vital the candidate for the DDHS position has a working knowledge of long- term healthcare facility rules and regulations. VETERANS SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM The goal of the NDVS Veterans Suicide Prevention Program is to reduce and ultimately end veteran suicide. The Veterans Suicide Prevention Program gives purpose to veterans by connecting them to other veterans, community providers, and resources in meaningful ways to enrich their lives. Nevadans across the State of Nevada work together to identify Service Members, Veterans, and their Family Members (SMVF)at risk for suicide, understand the underlying risk factors for suicide, expedite help, and implement protective factors broadly. This program is led by the NDVS Suicide Prevention Program Manager who reports to the DDHS position. VETERANS HEALTHCARE INITIATIVES NDVS recognizes the need to connect veterans to healthcare benefits, resources and/or services. The first veterans' healthcare initiative jump started in 2019 when legislation was passed and signed into law to ensure medical providers across the state of Nevada were asking their patients if they had service in the United States Armed Forces to help connect those veteran patients to benefits. This initiative developed into the Healthcare Champions Program. NDVS has expanded those healthcare initiatives to include the following programs: • Caregivers/Survivors Program • Military Sexual Trauma Program • Mental Health/Connectedness Program • Adult Day Healthcare Program These programs are led by the NDVS Healthcare Initiative Program Manager who reports to the DDHS position. APPOINTMENT Qualifications: The Deputy Director of Healthcare Services position is appointed by the Director of the Nevada Department of Veterans Services and assists the Director perform duties outlined in Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) 417. To be eligible for appointment as the Deputy Director of Healthcare Services, one must be an actual and bona fide resident of the State DDHS Position Announcement of Nevada and have at least 4 years of experience in healthcare management or healthcare administration. The ability to communicate effectively is essential. While not mandatory, an honorable discharge from a branch of the Armed Forces of the United States is highly favorable. Annual Salary: Up to $103,891. Benefits: Employer participates in providing medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees; three weeks paid vacation per year; three weeks paid sick leave per year; 12 paid holidays per year; retirement plan; and life and disability insurance and tax-sheltered deferred compensation plans available. There is no State income tax or social security tax.(For additional information, visit the State of Nevada, Department of Administration, Division of Human Resource Management at www.hr.nv.gov, Public Employee Benefits at www.pebp.state.nv.us, and the Public Employees Retirement System of Nevada at www.nvpers.org.) TO APPLY: Submit your letter of interest and resume to: Nevada Department of Veterans Services Attn: Lety Chavez, Executive Assistant to the Director 555 E. Washington Ave, Suite 3200 Las Vegas, NV 89101 chavezl@veterans.nv.gov (702) 486-3830 www.veterans.nv.gov Your resume must provide a detailed description of employment history, including names and addresses of employers, reasons for leaving, salary history, and professional references. Please indicate in your letter of interest how you heard about the position. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Closing Date/Time: Until recruitment needs are satisfied
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job Earn an Annual Salary Up to $140,233.60! The Department of Risk Management is recruiting for a Deputy Director of Risk Management who is responsible for assisting the Director of Risk Management with the overall planning and management of the operations of San Bernardino County's Risk Management Department to achieve the department's mission of providing loss prevention, control programs and direction, insurance, environmental and claims management services to San Bernardino County departments, districts, and Trust members to reduce or eliminate losses. The deputy director provides significant input and guidance to the director influencing executive decisions that direct the operations of the department and has responsibility for directing the management of operational/technical functions. The deputy director performs advanced legal work in the area of risk and claim liability management and has oversight of comprehensive insurance programs, claims adjusting, and resolution activities. The Deputy Director may oversee insurance procurement, budget preparation and fiscal administration as well as multiple programs such as Self Insured, Self Administered Liability and Workers' Compensation claims programs, and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program. For more detailed information, refer to the Deputy Director of Risk Management job description. EXCELLENT BENEFITS Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. This recruitment may close without further notice, interested candidates should apply as soon as possible. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Background Check : Applicants must pass an extensive background check, which includes credit check, DOJ LiveScan fingerprinting, DMV check, and physical exam including drug testing, prior to appointment. Must be a U.S. Citizen or a permanent U.S. resident. Travel : Statewide and nationwide travel is occasionally required. Travel throughout the County is required and employees are required to make provision for transportation. Must possess and maintain valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance for the individual providing the transportation (mileage reimbursement at current IRS rates is available). Minimum Requirements EDUCATION: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business/Public Administration, Finance, Risk Management, or related field. -AND- EXPERIENCE : Five (5) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in risk management, managing third party administration, or insurance experience. Experience must include two (2) years of administrative and supervisory responsibility. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience may be considered. Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate for this position will have experience in a self-insured environment and completion of an Associate in Risk Management (ARM) or Associate in Risk Management for Public Entities (ARM-P). Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in your application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, may be referred for interview. It is to your advantage to be explicit in your responses on the application and supplemental questionnaire. Application Procedure : To receive priority consideration, apply by Friday, February 17, 2023. Applications received after this date will be processed as needed; recruitment may close at any time once a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline . Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email . Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com and from email addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn of any additional information regarding this recruitment. Also, check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans' Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 29, 2023
Full Time
The Job Earn an Annual Salary Up to $140,233.60! The Department of Risk Management is recruiting for a Deputy Director of Risk Management who is responsible for assisting the Director of Risk Management with the overall planning and management of the operations of San Bernardino County's Risk Management Department to achieve the department's mission of providing loss prevention, control programs and direction, insurance, environmental and claims management services to San Bernardino County departments, districts, and Trust members to reduce or eliminate losses. The deputy director provides significant input and guidance to the director influencing executive decisions that direct the operations of the department and has responsibility for directing the management of operational/technical functions. The deputy director performs advanced legal work in the area of risk and claim liability management and has oversight of comprehensive insurance programs, claims adjusting, and resolution activities. The Deputy Director may oversee insurance procurement, budget preparation and fiscal administration as well as multiple programs such as Self Insured, Self Administered Liability and Workers' Compensation claims programs, and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program. For more detailed information, refer to the Deputy Director of Risk Management job description. EXCELLENT BENEFITS Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. This recruitment may close without further notice, interested candidates should apply as soon as possible. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Background Check : Applicants must pass an extensive background check, which includes credit check, DOJ LiveScan fingerprinting, DMV check, and physical exam including drug testing, prior to appointment. Must be a U.S. Citizen or a permanent U.S. resident. Travel : Statewide and nationwide travel is occasionally required. Travel throughout the County is required and employees are required to make provision for transportation. Must possess and maintain valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance for the individual providing the transportation (mileage reimbursement at current IRS rates is available). Minimum Requirements EDUCATION: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business/Public Administration, Finance, Risk Management, or related field. -AND- EXPERIENCE : Five (5) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in risk management, managing third party administration, or insurance experience. Experience must include two (2) years of administrative and supervisory responsibility. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience may be considered. Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate for this position will have experience in a self-insured environment and completion of an Associate in Risk Management (ARM) or Associate in Risk Management for Public Entities (ARM-P). Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in your application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, may be referred for interview. It is to your advantage to be explicit in your responses on the application and supplemental questionnaire. Application Procedure : To receive priority consideration, apply by Friday, February 17, 2023. Applications received after this date will be processed as needed; recruitment may close at any time once a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline . Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email . Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com and from email addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn of any additional information regarding this recruitment. Also, check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans' Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
San Diego State University
5500 Campanile Drive, San Diego, CA 92182, USA
Description: Position Summary Under the direction of the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, the Deputy Director of Athletics, Strategic Communications & Brand Advancement will support and enhance the mission of the San Diego State University Athletic Department by serving as the supervisor of the following areas: corporate sponsorships, strategic communications, marketing, media relations, brand advancement, social media, broadcast, multimedia rights, and department archives. For each area listed above, the Deputy Director will establish, develop, and implement goals and objectives. They are responsible for supervising the overall planning, implementation, and day to day operations of each area. This position oversees all staffing decisions, as well as development of and adherence to policies and procedures in each area. This person shall act as primary liaison and caretaker of the areas outlined above; as such, incumbent will supervise the management and evaluation of staff members assigned to each area and overall performance of each area. The incumbent will conduct all business in accordance with department, University, conference, and NCAA regulations. The Deputy Director will work collaboratively with our third-party media rights partners, brand advancement partners, revenue generation partners, as well as media, and University colleagues. They will also demonstrate an active and engaged commitment to efficient stewardship of University resources (operational, financial, and human), in a manner consistent with University objectives. The Deputy Director is responsible for compliance to NCAA regulations and for a commitment to working to build and sustain an equitable and inclusive work environment where diversity of thought and experience is celebrated and valued. This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, at-will position. This position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs. The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego. Department Summary The Department of Athletics, utilizing the services of over 150 employees, is responsible for the intercollegiate athletics program at San Diego State University. Currently, there are 18 sport programs, approximately 450 student-athletes, and 17 offices in the department. The offices include the following: The Aztec Club, Administration, Athletic Medicine, Business Office, Compliance, Corporate Sales, Development, Equipment, Event Management/Facilities and Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing, Media Relations, Strength and Conditioning, Student-Athlete Academic Support Services, Ticket Office, and Video. For more information regarding SDSU Athletics, click here . Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree. Ten or more years of professional management experience. At least five years management experience in collegiate athletics, professional sports, or entertainment. Extensive supervisory experience. Key Qualifications Proven ability to create vision for revenue generation and public relations. Expertise in guiding content creation. Experience implementing plans based on acquired research. Licenses and Certification Required Valid California driver’s license within 10 days of hire. Compensation and Benefits San Diego State University will offer a competitive salary based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. San Diego State University also offers a rich benefits package that includes: Extensive Leave benefits: 15 paid holidays, 24 vacation days, and 12 sick days per year; Retirement security through a CalPERS defined benefit pension (with CalPERS and UC Retirement Plan reciprocity) and retiree healthcare benefits; An array of health, dental, and vision coverage at no-cost or low-cost to the employee; and California State University system fee reduction program (fee waiver) for the employee or their qualified dependent Anticipated hiring range: $130,000 - $160,000 annually Diversity and Community at SDSU At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. For more information, click here . Principles of Community At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. Supplemental Information Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on November 17, 2023. To receive full consideration, apply by November 16, 2023. The position will remain open until filled. The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here . SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Rachael Stalmann at rstalmann@sdsu.edu. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
Nov 04, 2023
Full Time
Description: Position Summary Under the direction of the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, the Deputy Director of Athletics, Strategic Communications & Brand Advancement will support and enhance the mission of the San Diego State University Athletic Department by serving as the supervisor of the following areas: corporate sponsorships, strategic communications, marketing, media relations, brand advancement, social media, broadcast, multimedia rights, and department archives. For each area listed above, the Deputy Director will establish, develop, and implement goals and objectives. They are responsible for supervising the overall planning, implementation, and day to day operations of each area. This position oversees all staffing decisions, as well as development of and adherence to policies and procedures in each area. This person shall act as primary liaison and caretaker of the areas outlined above; as such, incumbent will supervise the management and evaluation of staff members assigned to each area and overall performance of each area. The incumbent will conduct all business in accordance with department, University, conference, and NCAA regulations. The Deputy Director will work collaboratively with our third-party media rights partners, brand advancement partners, revenue generation partners, as well as media, and University colleagues. They will also demonstrate an active and engaged commitment to efficient stewardship of University resources (operational, financial, and human), in a manner consistent with University objectives. The Deputy Director is responsible for compliance to NCAA regulations and for a commitment to working to build and sustain an equitable and inclusive work environment where diversity of thought and experience is celebrated and valued. This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, at-will position. This position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs. The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego. Department Summary The Department of Athletics, utilizing the services of over 150 employees, is responsible for the intercollegiate athletics program at San Diego State University. Currently, there are 18 sport programs, approximately 450 student-athletes, and 17 offices in the department. The offices include the following: The Aztec Club, Administration, Athletic Medicine, Business Office, Compliance, Corporate Sales, Development, Equipment, Event Management/Facilities and Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing, Media Relations, Strength and Conditioning, Student-Athlete Academic Support Services, Ticket Office, and Video. For more information regarding SDSU Athletics, click here . Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree. Ten or more years of professional management experience. At least five years management experience in collegiate athletics, professional sports, or entertainment. Extensive supervisory experience. Key Qualifications Proven ability to create vision for revenue generation and public relations. Expertise in guiding content creation. Experience implementing plans based on acquired research. Licenses and Certification Required Valid California driver’s license within 10 days of hire. Compensation and Benefits San Diego State University will offer a competitive salary based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. San Diego State University also offers a rich benefits package that includes: Extensive Leave benefits: 15 paid holidays, 24 vacation days, and 12 sick days per year; Retirement security through a CalPERS defined benefit pension (with CalPERS and UC Retirement Plan reciprocity) and retiree healthcare benefits; An array of health, dental, and vision coverage at no-cost or low-cost to the employee; and California State University system fee reduction program (fee waiver) for the employee or their qualified dependent Anticipated hiring range: $130,000 - $160,000 annually Diversity and Community at SDSU At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. For more information, click here . Principles of Community At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. Supplemental Information Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on November 17, 2023. To receive full consideration, apply by November 16, 2023. The position will remain open until filled. The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here . SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Rachael Stalmann at rstalmann@sdsu.edu. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
Contra Costa County, CA
Martinez, California, United States
The Position Bargaining Unit: Local 21 - Supervisory Management CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled The Board of Supervisors has authorized the following future salary increases: 5% on July 1, 2024 5% on July 1, 2025 Why Join Contra Costa Health? Contra Costa Health is recruiting for one (1) qualified candidate interested in the Deputy Director of Behavioral Health position assigned to the Behavioral Health Division. This position is located in Martinez, CA. The Contra Costa Health Behavioral Health Division, in partnership with consumers, families, staff, and community-based agencies, provides welcoming and integrated services for mental health, substance use, and other needs that promote wellness, recovery, and resiliency while respecting the complexity and diversity of the people we serve. This position will plan, organize, and evaluate operations, supervise the Behavioral Health Services Enhanced Care Management program, provide direction to Deputy Conservators, and perform other related duties as required. Contra Costa County was incorporated in 1850 as one of the original 27 counties of the State of California. It is one of nine counties in the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Area and covers approximately 733 square miles extending from the northeastern shore of San Francisco Bay easterly about 50 miles to San Joaquin County. Recreation within the county varies from fishing, boating, and water skiing in the Sacramento-San Joaquin rivers to hiking, horseback riding, and camping in Mt. Diablo State Park. Recreational areas, including the wine country of Napa and Sonoma counties, the picturesque seaside communities of Carmel and Monterey, and the Sierra-Lake Tahoe mountain region are also within driving distance of the county. Contra Costa Health (CCH) includes a Health Plan, Public Health, Hazardous Materials, Environmental Health, Housing Homeless and Health, Regional Medical Center, Behavioral Health, Emergency Management Services, and full ambulatory care sites including school-based services. We are looking for someone who: Is a leader who demonstrates a commitment to achieving the mission and goals of the County, while being ethical and fair within a political environment. Is a visionary who sets strategy in collaboration with others and seeks innovative ways to get things done. Is a strategic partner who actively engages with other agencies and departments to meet overall county-wide needs. Is an effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills focused on building an environment where diverse, multidisciplinary service delivery teams can work together to enhance the delivery of services. What you will typically be responsible for: You will assist the Director in planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the activities and programs of the Division. You will assist in establishing Division goals, policies and procedures in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. You will analyze behavioral health legislation to determine its impact on the County's services. You will interview, select, promote, supervise, and perform corrective action of subordinate staff. A few reasons why you might love this job: You will work with a diverse team and your leadership will be used to improve the lives of the diverse community that we serve. You will participate in the re-design of the Medi-Cal Behavioral Health delivery system. Your daily responsibilities will stimulate and enrich you. We offer fantastic and competitive health benefits, paid vacation/sick/personal/admin time, and a great retirement plan! A few challenges you might face in this job: You will encounter unpredictable daily workflows and assignments. You must learn and implement new regulations. You may have to respond quickly to data and procedural questions. You must be able to learn and assist in the implementation of new laws which pertains to the Specialty Mental Health Services and Substance Use Disorder treatment services. Competencies Required: Action & Results Focused (Taking Initiative) : Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishment Analyzing & Interpreting Data : Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data Attention to Detail : Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products Decision Making : Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner Informing : Proactively obtaining and sharing information Involving Others (Engaging Teams) : Engaging others for input, contribution, and shared responsibility for outcomes Legal & Regulatory Navigation : Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations Oral Communication : Engaging effectively in dialogue Political & Organizational Savvy : Working skillfully with politics, procedures, and protocols across organizational levels and boundaries Presentation Skill : Formally delivering information to groups Using Technology : Working with electronic hardware and software applications Writing : Communicating effectively in writing To read the complete job description, please click here . The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months. Minimum Qualifications License: Possession of a valid California class C driver license, or the ability to provide suitable transportation which is approved by the appointing authority. AND Education: Graduation from an accredited medical school and completion of an approved three (3) year Psychiatric Residency with a degree in Medicine. License: Possession or eligibility for possession, of a valid license to practice medicine in the State of California. Experience: Six (6) years of full-time, or its equivalent, experience in the practice of psychiatry, three (3) years of which must have included the responsibility for administrative and supervisory duties in a multiple service mental health organization. OR Education: Possession of a Doctorate degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an accredited college or university with a one year Clinical Internship. Experience: Six (6) years of full-time, or its equivalent, experience in the practice of Clinical or Counseling Psychology, three (3) years of which must have included responsibility for both administrative and supervisory duties in a multiple service mental health organization. OR Education: Possession of a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or closely related field from an accredited college or university and licensure as a Clinical Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist Experience: Six (6) years of full-time or its equivalent, experience performing Clinical Social Work, or providing Mental Health treatment services, three (3) years of which must have included responsibility for both administrative and supervisory duties. OR Education: Possession of a Master's degree in Hospital Administration, Public Health Administration, Business Administration or Public Administration from an accredited college or university. Experience: Six (6) years of full-time, or its equivalent, experience in Health or Hospital Administration, three (3) years of which must have been in the mental health field and three (3) years of which must have included supervisory responsibilities. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis with approval of the California State Department of Mental Health/Health Care Services. Desirable Qualifications: Experience with the Public Behavioral Health delivery system. Experience with waivers, state plan amendments, contract requirements for Specialty Mental Health Services and Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System. Possession of a clinical license (PhD, LCSW, LMFT) is highly desired. **PLEASE BE SURE TO ATTACH YOUR DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPTS TO YOUR APPLICATION. Selection Process 1. Application Filing and Evaluation : Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process. 2. Online Interview Assessment : Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an online, on-demand interview. The interview will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the job and will be rated by subject matter experts. In the interview, candidates must achieve an average passing score of 70% or higher on each of the competencies, as well as an overall passing score of 70% or higher. These may include but are not limited to: Action & Results Focused (Taking Initiative), Decision Making, Involving Others (Engaging Teams), Legal & Regulatory Navigation, and Oral Communication. ( Weighted 100%). The online interview assessment will be administered remotely using a computer or mobile device such as a tablet or smartphone. You will need access to a reliable internet connection to take the assessment, as well as a computer or mobile device with a camera. The online interview assessment is tentatively scheduled to take place via computer (remotely) periodically until the position has been filled. The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices. For recruitment questions, please contact Contra Costa Health Personnel, Recruitment Team at Exams@cchealth.org . For any technical issues, please contact the Government Jobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627. CONVICTION HISTORY After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law. To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 29, 2023
Full Time
The Position Bargaining Unit: Local 21 - Supervisory Management CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled The Board of Supervisors has authorized the following future salary increases: 5% on July 1, 2024 5% on July 1, 2025 Why Join Contra Costa Health? Contra Costa Health is recruiting for one (1) qualified candidate interested in the Deputy Director of Behavioral Health position assigned to the Behavioral Health Division. This position is located in Martinez, CA. The Contra Costa Health Behavioral Health Division, in partnership with consumers, families, staff, and community-based agencies, provides welcoming and integrated services for mental health, substance use, and other needs that promote wellness, recovery, and resiliency while respecting the complexity and diversity of the people we serve. This position will plan, organize, and evaluate operations, supervise the Behavioral Health Services Enhanced Care Management program, provide direction to Deputy Conservators, and perform other related duties as required. Contra Costa County was incorporated in 1850 as one of the original 27 counties of the State of California. It is one of nine counties in the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Area and covers approximately 733 square miles extending from the northeastern shore of San Francisco Bay easterly about 50 miles to San Joaquin County. Recreation within the county varies from fishing, boating, and water skiing in the Sacramento-San Joaquin rivers to hiking, horseback riding, and camping in Mt. Diablo State Park. Recreational areas, including the wine country of Napa and Sonoma counties, the picturesque seaside communities of Carmel and Monterey, and the Sierra-Lake Tahoe mountain region are also within driving distance of the county. Contra Costa Health (CCH) includes a Health Plan, Public Health, Hazardous Materials, Environmental Health, Housing Homeless and Health, Regional Medical Center, Behavioral Health, Emergency Management Services, and full ambulatory care sites including school-based services. We are looking for someone who: Is a leader who demonstrates a commitment to achieving the mission and goals of the County, while being ethical and fair within a political environment. Is a visionary who sets strategy in collaboration with others and seeks innovative ways to get things done. Is a strategic partner who actively engages with other agencies and departments to meet overall county-wide needs. Is an effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills focused on building an environment where diverse, multidisciplinary service delivery teams can work together to enhance the delivery of services. What you will typically be responsible for: You will assist the Director in planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the activities and programs of the Division. You will assist in establishing Division goals, policies and procedures in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. You will analyze behavioral health legislation to determine its impact on the County's services. You will interview, select, promote, supervise, and perform corrective action of subordinate staff. A few reasons why you might love this job: You will work with a diverse team and your leadership will be used to improve the lives of the diverse community that we serve. You will participate in the re-design of the Medi-Cal Behavioral Health delivery system. Your daily responsibilities will stimulate and enrich you. We offer fantastic and competitive health benefits, paid vacation/sick/personal/admin time, and a great retirement plan! A few challenges you might face in this job: You will encounter unpredictable daily workflows and assignments. You must learn and implement new regulations. You may have to respond quickly to data and procedural questions. You must be able to learn and assist in the implementation of new laws which pertains to the Specialty Mental Health Services and Substance Use Disorder treatment services. Competencies Required: Action & Results Focused (Taking Initiative) : Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishment Analyzing & Interpreting Data : Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data Attention to Detail : Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products Decision Making : Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner Informing : Proactively obtaining and sharing information Involving Others (Engaging Teams) : Engaging others for input, contribution, and shared responsibility for outcomes Legal & Regulatory Navigation : Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations Oral Communication : Engaging effectively in dialogue Political & Organizational Savvy : Working skillfully with politics, procedures, and protocols across organizational levels and boundaries Presentation Skill : Formally delivering information to groups Using Technology : Working with electronic hardware and software applications Writing : Communicating effectively in writing To read the complete job description, please click here . The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months. Minimum Qualifications License: Possession of a valid California class C driver license, or the ability to provide suitable transportation which is approved by the appointing authority. AND Education: Graduation from an accredited medical school and completion of an approved three (3) year Psychiatric Residency with a degree in Medicine. License: Possession or eligibility for possession, of a valid license to practice medicine in the State of California. Experience: Six (6) years of full-time, or its equivalent, experience in the practice of psychiatry, three (3) years of which must have included the responsibility for administrative and supervisory duties in a multiple service mental health organization. OR Education: Possession of a Doctorate degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an accredited college or university with a one year Clinical Internship. Experience: Six (6) years of full-time, or its equivalent, experience in the practice of Clinical or Counseling Psychology, three (3) years of which must have included responsibility for both administrative and supervisory duties in a multiple service mental health organization. OR Education: Possession of a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or closely related field from an accredited college or university and licensure as a Clinical Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist Experience: Six (6) years of full-time or its equivalent, experience performing Clinical Social Work, or providing Mental Health treatment services, three (3) years of which must have included responsibility for both administrative and supervisory duties. OR Education: Possession of a Master's degree in Hospital Administration, Public Health Administration, Business Administration or Public Administration from an accredited college or university. Experience: Six (6) years of full-time, or its equivalent, experience in Health or Hospital Administration, three (3) years of which must have been in the mental health field and three (3) years of which must have included supervisory responsibilities. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis with approval of the California State Department of Mental Health/Health Care Services. Desirable Qualifications: Experience with the Public Behavioral Health delivery system. Experience with waivers, state plan amendments, contract requirements for Specialty Mental Health Services and Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System. Possession of a clinical license (PhD, LCSW, LMFT) is highly desired. **PLEASE BE SURE TO ATTACH YOUR DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPTS TO YOUR APPLICATION. Selection Process 1. Application Filing and Evaluation : Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process. 2. Online Interview Assessment : Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an online, on-demand interview. The interview will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the job and will be rated by subject matter experts. In the interview, candidates must achieve an average passing score of 70% or higher on each of the competencies, as well as an overall passing score of 70% or higher. These may include but are not limited to: Action & Results Focused (Taking Initiative), Decision Making, Involving Others (Engaging Teams), Legal & Regulatory Navigation, and Oral Communication. ( Weighted 100%). The online interview assessment will be administered remotely using a computer or mobile device such as a tablet or smartphone. You will need access to a reliable internet connection to take the assessment, as well as a computer or mobile device with a camera. The online interview assessment is tentatively scheduled to take place via computer (remotely) periodically until the position has been filled. The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices. For recruitment questions, please contact Contra Costa Health Personnel, Recruitment Team at Exams@cchealth.org . For any technical issues, please contact the Government Jobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627. CONVICTION HISTORY After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law. To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Costa Mesa, CA
Costa Mesa, California, United States
Description The Deputy Director of Public Works receives administrative and professional direction from the Public Works Director. Work involves reviewing and approving designs, plans, and specifications prepared by division and consulting engineers. Work is performed with considerable independence and involves responsibility for the use of considerable initiative and judgment in day-to-day operations. Important contacts are required with the public, officials of other government agencies, contractors, and consulting engineers. The Deputy Director of Public Works has direct supervision over the General Services Division including the Facilities Maintenance and Equipment Maintenance Sections, the Warehouse and other Engineers within the General Services Division. QUALIFICATIONS: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of civil engineering related to design and construction of facilities, multispecialty projects, bridges, streets, storm drains, and NPDES programs, including three (3) years supervisory/management experience in a municipal agency. Graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in Civil or Structural Engineering. Master’s degree in Engineering, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field is highly desirable. Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer from the State of California. Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license issued from the California Department of Motor Vehicles by date of appointment. The annual salary for the Deputy Director of Public Works is up to $202,140 DOQ. The City offers an attractive benefits package, including CalPERS retirement. Please click on the below link for more information regarding this position and to view the recruitment brochure: Deputy Director of Public Works This position is open until filled. The first review date is Friday, August 25, 2023. To apply for this exciting career opportunity, please send a compelling cover letter and your detailed resume electronically to: apply@bobhallandassociates.com . Application materials will be screened in relation to the criteria described in this brochure. Candidates deemed to be the most highly qualified will be invited to participate in the selection process. Please contact Bob Hall at (714) 309-9104 should you have any questions regarding this position or the recruitment process. Please refer to the job flyer for benefits information. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 29, 2023
Full Time
Description The Deputy Director of Public Works receives administrative and professional direction from the Public Works Director. Work involves reviewing and approving designs, plans, and specifications prepared by division and consulting engineers. Work is performed with considerable independence and involves responsibility for the use of considerable initiative and judgment in day-to-day operations. Important contacts are required with the public, officials of other government agencies, contractors, and consulting engineers. The Deputy Director of Public Works has direct supervision over the General Services Division including the Facilities Maintenance and Equipment Maintenance Sections, the Warehouse and other Engineers within the General Services Division. QUALIFICATIONS: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of civil engineering related to design and construction of facilities, multispecialty projects, bridges, streets, storm drains, and NPDES programs, including three (3) years supervisory/management experience in a municipal agency. Graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in Civil or Structural Engineering. Master’s degree in Engineering, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field is highly desirable. Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer from the State of California. Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license issued from the California Department of Motor Vehicles by date of appointment. The annual salary for the Deputy Director of Public Works is up to $202,140 DOQ. The City offers an attractive benefits package, including CalPERS retirement. Please click on the below link for more information regarding this position and to view the recruitment brochure: Deputy Director of Public Works This position is open until filled. The first review date is Friday, August 25, 2023. To apply for this exciting career opportunity, please send a compelling cover letter and your detailed resume electronically to: apply@bobhallandassociates.com . Application materials will be screened in relation to the criteria described in this brochure. Candidates deemed to be the most highly qualified will be invited to participate in the selection process. Please contact Bob Hall at (714) 309-9104 should you have any questions regarding this position or the recruitment process. Please refer to the job flyer for benefits information. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
The Napa Valley Internationally known for its fine wines, exciting restaurants and world-class resorts, is home to approximately 135,000 residents who share a strong sense of community and a legacy of preserving and protecting our rich agricultural and open space heritage. Located in the heart of California’s preeminent wine region, the Napa Valley is also part of the dynamic San Francisco Bay Area. With its sunny Mediterranean climate and proximity to the mountains and ocean, the Valley offers residents easy access to virtually unlimited shopping, dining, cultural and recreational opportunities. The Napa Valley’s strategic location, natural and cultural resources, history of responsible land use planning and attractive quality of life provide the ideal mix of small town living and big city amenities. From the shores of Lake Berryessa and the peak of Mount Saint Helena to the Calistoga natural springs and the redwood forests of the Mayacamas Mountains, Napa County is a rural, scenic and historically-rich community. Home to the Napa Valley Film Festival, Bottlerock, the Fortinet Pro Golf Tournament, and Auction Napa Valley, Napa County offers many activities to its residents and visitors including fine dining, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, and wine tasting, among many others. Napa County as an Employer Napa County is a highly respected employer within the local community as well as throughout the region. We offer rewarding and challenging work, competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package and tremendous opportunities for career growth. At Napa County, we truly value our employees and are committed to diversity in our family-oriented environment. The Position Napa County Health and Human Services Agency seeks a forward-thinking, creative, and innovative leader who possesses a strong commitment to the mission of the Agency, exemplifies core ethical principles and integrity, and is truly dedicated to serving the Napa community by helping those most in need. This position functionally serves as a Chief Operations Officer responsible for providing the backbone of administrative support to HHSA in a wide array of areas. This Executive Leadership position, directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the activities of the Operations Division within HHSA, including employee support services in the area of performance management, recruitment support, payroll and timekeeping, labor relations (in conjunction and coordination with County Human Resources), privileging and credentialing of staff, civil rights coordination, training and organizational development, facilities management, including oversight of the on-site cafeteria, safety coordination, in-house application support services, and other agencywide operational infrastructure; coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies. This position serves as a member of HHSA’s Executive Leadership Team, provides highly responsible and complex administrative and operational support to the Director of Health & Human Services, and is aligned with the mission, vision, and values of HHSA leading by example in fostering collaborative management with a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is an “at will” classification. To see the full recruitment brochure, click link below: Deputy Director of HHSA - Operations HOW TO APPLY: This position is open until filled. Please apply by October 20th, for first consideration. Submit Cover Letter and Resume to: Craig W. Southerland Public Service Search (619) 393-9508 csoutherland@publicservicesearch.com Napa County is an equal employment opportunity employer. Non-Classified - Other
Oct 03, 2023
Full Time
The Napa Valley Internationally known for its fine wines, exciting restaurants and world-class resorts, is home to approximately 135,000 residents who share a strong sense of community and a legacy of preserving and protecting our rich agricultural and open space heritage. Located in the heart of California’s preeminent wine region, the Napa Valley is also part of the dynamic San Francisco Bay Area. With its sunny Mediterranean climate and proximity to the mountains and ocean, the Valley offers residents easy access to virtually unlimited shopping, dining, cultural and recreational opportunities. The Napa Valley’s strategic location, natural and cultural resources, history of responsible land use planning and attractive quality of life provide the ideal mix of small town living and big city amenities. From the shores of Lake Berryessa and the peak of Mount Saint Helena to the Calistoga natural springs and the redwood forests of the Mayacamas Mountains, Napa County is a rural, scenic and historically-rich community. Home to the Napa Valley Film Festival, Bottlerock, the Fortinet Pro Golf Tournament, and Auction Napa Valley, Napa County offers many activities to its residents and visitors including fine dining, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, and wine tasting, among many others. Napa County as an Employer Napa County is a highly respected employer within the local community as well as throughout the region. We offer rewarding and challenging work, competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package and tremendous opportunities for career growth. At Napa County, we truly value our employees and are committed to diversity in our family-oriented environment. The Position Napa County Health and Human Services Agency seeks a forward-thinking, creative, and innovative leader who possesses a strong commitment to the mission of the Agency, exemplifies core ethical principles and integrity, and is truly dedicated to serving the Napa community by helping those most in need. This position functionally serves as a Chief Operations Officer responsible for providing the backbone of administrative support to HHSA in a wide array of areas. This Executive Leadership position, directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the activities of the Operations Division within HHSA, including employee support services in the area of performance management, recruitment support, payroll and timekeeping, labor relations (in conjunction and coordination with County Human Resources), privileging and credentialing of staff, civil rights coordination, training and organizational development, facilities management, including oversight of the on-site cafeteria, safety coordination, in-house application support services, and other agencywide operational infrastructure; coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies. This position serves as a member of HHSA’s Executive Leadership Team, provides highly responsible and complex administrative and operational support to the Director of Health & Human Services, and is aligned with the mission, vision, and values of HHSA leading by example in fostering collaborative management with a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is an “at will” classification. To see the full recruitment brochure, click link below: Deputy Director of HHSA - Operations HOW TO APPLY: This position is open until filled. Please apply by October 20th, for first consideration. Submit Cover Letter and Resume to: Craig W. Southerland Public Service Search (619) 393-9508 csoutherland@publicservicesearch.com Napa County is an equal employment opportunity employer. Non-Classified - Other
City of Greeley, Colorado
Deputy Director of Finance
Please follow this link to view the full brochure: https://www.affionpublic.com/position/deputy-director-of-finance/
About Greeley, Colorado
Established in 1870, Greeley became a Home Rule City in 1958 and operates as a Council-Manager form of government. The county seat of Weld County, Greeley lies 30 miles east of the front range of the majestic Rocky Mountains near the confluence of the Cache la Poudre and South Platte Rivers and 52 miles northeast of Denver.
Education, Commerce, and Community Excellence. Greeley thrives as the education, trade, transportation, cultural, and marketing center of Weld County. It’s one of the top ten most prosperous and productive agricultural counties in the U.S. and leads the State of Colorado in oil and gas production. With an estimated population of 108,000, the City covers an area of 46.4 square miles at an elevation of 4,658 feet. Greeley enjoys a rich cross-section of cultures and ethnicities with approximately 40% of the community identifying as Latinx and many other immigrant families from across the globe, offering a variety of marketplace and cultural experiences. Greeley is home to both the University of Northern Colorado (UNC), the third-largest university in Colorado, and Aims Community College. In addition to investments in education, there is a deep commitment to achieving community excellence by fostering economic opportunities, expanding educational partnerships, enhancing quality of life, cultivating a sense of belonging, promoting talent and workforce development, enhancing transportation and mobility systems, and providing sustainable infrastructure to serve Greeley’s future.
Greeley is home to a diverse mix of industries - from food processing, agricultural innovation, health care, and energy to breweries, entertainment, hospitality, and destination shopping. Greeley boasts an eclectic and diverse economy and community character that is vibrant, dynamic, and rich with creative industries and individuals. The city is home to a mix of generations and corporate citizens who provide inspired leadership, community support, and skilled-labor jobs that pay competitive salaries.
Arts and Culture. Greeley offers some of the most diverse arts, music, and cultural events in the region and is one of the State’s Certified Creative Districts. Performances produced by UNC’s nationally acclaimed College of Performing and Visual Arts, the Greeley Chorale and the Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra, one of the longest continually operating orchestras west of the Mississippi, are just a few examples of the superb cultural offerings of the community. The City’s Cultural Affairs Division manages the 1700-seat Union Colony Civic Center, art shows, movies, performances, festivals, farmers’ market and the City’s Public Art program. Greeley is also home to favorite community events such as the Greeley Stampede, Arts Picnic, Friday Fest, Monster Day, the Multi-cultural Festival, OktoBREWfest, and so much more.
Parks, Recreation and Mountain Access. With a plethora of parks and facilities encompassing over 650 acres, the recreational amenities in Greeley are endless. The city’s golf courses, recreation centers, swimming pools, fields and courts, skate parks, playgrounds, fishing ponds, picnic areas, and open space create a community rich with options for sports and outdoor fun. Residents get to experience even more time outdoors on biking and hiking trails along the Cache la Poudre River and throughout the community. As the ‘front porch to the Front Range,’ Greeley's connection to the outdoors extends to the plains and mountains with easy access to diverse outdoor experiences from the Pawnee National Grassland on the east to Rocky Mountain National Park to the west and everything in between all less than 50 miles away.
The Organization
Home Rule Municipality that is self-governed under the State of Colorado Constitution, Greeley operates under a Council-Manager form of government with seven elected officials on the Council, including the Mayor. Under this form of government, the City Council sets the policies for the operation of the Greeley government while the council-appointed City Manager has administrative responsibilities for city operations.
The City has a total 2023 budget of $511.4 million and a staff of approximately 1079.75 full-time equivalent positions.
The Position
The Deputy Director of Finance manages the accounting division which includes grants and special revenues, accounts payable, cash receipts, accounts receivable, capital assets, and general ledger transactions and reporting. The Deputy Director of Finance ensures appropriate accounting records are maintained and oversees the annual audit and oversees the work of the Accounting Manager – General Ledger, the Accounting Manager – Accounts Payable and Receivable, and the Grants and Special Revenues Manager. The Deputy Director of Finance reports to the Finance Director.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Plans and conducts the annual financial audit, which requires developing and maintaining a written plan for completing the audit in a timely manner.
Coordinates the process for monthly and year-end close procedures, which requires developing and maintaining a check list of all items that should be reviewed, entries that must be made, and work papers that must be prepared for documentation.
Reviews all monthly and year end work papers, entries, and financial statements.
Assists external auditors during the annual audit, which includes providing explanations for various accounting policies, procedures and specific questions relating to items recorded and reported in various funds.
Prepares all sections of the annual comprehensive financial report (ACFR): transmittal letter, management discussion and analysis, statements, notes, and schedules.
Monitors and reviews all general ledger and financial transactions for accuracy.
Ensures bank reconciliations are completed in a timely manner.
Ensures capital assets are recorded properly.
Ensures financial reporting periods are closed in a timely manner.
Ensures balance sheet accounts have proper documentation.
Maintains existing accounting policies and procedures and recommend improvements.
Administers special assessment and general improvement districts.
Supervises the work of the professional staff in the accounting area.
Stays current on Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements and implements any required changes.
Stays current on Federal, State, and Local legislation and implements any required changes.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of GASB statements and the ability to implement changes, when required.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Understanding of generally accepted auditing standards and government auditing standards
Knowledge and experience in financial software systems, grant software; Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); Adobe Acrobat, copier, printer, fax, scanner
Knowledge of the business and organizational structure of Colorado municipalities
Knowledge of the financial structure and systems of Colorado municipalities
Knowledge of accounting principles, processes, and best practices
Knowledge of treasury and investments laws, regulations, and best practices
Knowledge of Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) documents and financial terminology
Ability to solve a wide variety of complex accounting problems and propose and implement resolutions.
Ability to prepare and present financial analyses, schedules, and plans to a variety of audiences.
Experience and Education
Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, in addition to five (5) to seven (7) years’ experience in accounting or related field with specialized knowledge of local government accounting, and at least three (3) to five (5) years supervisory experience; certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) is highly preferred.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in finance or accounting, preferably within a municipal or public sector setting that includes grants, accounts payable, cash receipts, accounts receivable, capital assets, financial reporting, and audits. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of governmental accounting standards, practices, and regulations, proficiency in using financial software and other relevant computer applications, and a solid understanding of local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to municipal finance.
The ideal candidate will have the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with city officials, department heads, staff, and the community. This person needs to have a high level of integrity and professionalism, strong organizational and multitasking skills, and a solution-oriented mindset with the ability to think critically and make informed decisions. The ideal candidate needs to be able to align with the city's values, mission, and vision, and work collaboratively across departments contributing to a positive organizational culture.
Salary
The City of Greeley is offering a competitive salary range between $131,700 – $184,400 and a comprehensive benefits package. Relocation assistance may also be available for the successful out-of-area candidate.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should forward a cover letter and resume to:
resumes@affionpublic.com
Reference: GREELEYDDF
Affion Public
PO Box 794
Hershey, PA 17033
888.321.4922
www.affionpublic.com
*The deadline to receive resumes is December 29, 2023*
The City of Greeley is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Dec 01, 2023
Full Time
City of Greeley, Colorado
Deputy Director of Finance
Please follow this link to view the full brochure: https://www.affionpublic.com/position/deputy-director-of-finance/
About Greeley, Colorado
Established in 1870, Greeley became a Home Rule City in 1958 and operates as a Council-Manager form of government. The county seat of Weld County, Greeley lies 30 miles east of the front range of the majestic Rocky Mountains near the confluence of the Cache la Poudre and South Platte Rivers and 52 miles northeast of Denver.
Education, Commerce, and Community Excellence. Greeley thrives as the education, trade, transportation, cultural, and marketing center of Weld County. It’s one of the top ten most prosperous and productive agricultural counties in the U.S. and leads the State of Colorado in oil and gas production. With an estimated population of 108,000, the City covers an area of 46.4 square miles at an elevation of 4,658 feet. Greeley enjoys a rich cross-section of cultures and ethnicities with approximately 40% of the community identifying as Latinx and many other immigrant families from across the globe, offering a variety of marketplace and cultural experiences. Greeley is home to both the University of Northern Colorado (UNC), the third-largest university in Colorado, and Aims Community College. In addition to investments in education, there is a deep commitment to achieving community excellence by fostering economic opportunities, expanding educational partnerships, enhancing quality of life, cultivating a sense of belonging, promoting talent and workforce development, enhancing transportation and mobility systems, and providing sustainable infrastructure to serve Greeley’s future.
Greeley is home to a diverse mix of industries - from food processing, agricultural innovation, health care, and energy to breweries, entertainment, hospitality, and destination shopping. Greeley boasts an eclectic and diverse economy and community character that is vibrant, dynamic, and rich with creative industries and individuals. The city is home to a mix of generations and corporate citizens who provide inspired leadership, community support, and skilled-labor jobs that pay competitive salaries.
Arts and Culture. Greeley offers some of the most diverse arts, music, and cultural events in the region and is one of the State’s Certified Creative Districts. Performances produced by UNC’s nationally acclaimed College of Performing and Visual Arts, the Greeley Chorale and the Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra, one of the longest continually operating orchestras west of the Mississippi, are just a few examples of the superb cultural offerings of the community. The City’s Cultural Affairs Division manages the 1700-seat Union Colony Civic Center, art shows, movies, performances, festivals, farmers’ market and the City’s Public Art program. Greeley is also home to favorite community events such as the Greeley Stampede, Arts Picnic, Friday Fest, Monster Day, the Multi-cultural Festival, OktoBREWfest, and so much more.
Parks, Recreation and Mountain Access. With a plethora of parks and facilities encompassing over 650 acres, the recreational amenities in Greeley are endless. The city’s golf courses, recreation centers, swimming pools, fields and courts, skate parks, playgrounds, fishing ponds, picnic areas, and open space create a community rich with options for sports and outdoor fun. Residents get to experience even more time outdoors on biking and hiking trails along the Cache la Poudre River and throughout the community. As the ‘front porch to the Front Range,’ Greeley's connection to the outdoors extends to the plains and mountains with easy access to diverse outdoor experiences from the Pawnee National Grassland on the east to Rocky Mountain National Park to the west and everything in between all less than 50 miles away.
The Organization
Home Rule Municipality that is self-governed under the State of Colorado Constitution, Greeley operates under a Council-Manager form of government with seven elected officials on the Council, including the Mayor. Under this form of government, the City Council sets the policies for the operation of the Greeley government while the council-appointed City Manager has administrative responsibilities for city operations.
The City has a total 2023 budget of $511.4 million and a staff of approximately 1079.75 full-time equivalent positions.
The Position
The Deputy Director of Finance manages the accounting division which includes grants and special revenues, accounts payable, cash receipts, accounts receivable, capital assets, and general ledger transactions and reporting. The Deputy Director of Finance ensures appropriate accounting records are maintained and oversees the annual audit and oversees the work of the Accounting Manager – General Ledger, the Accounting Manager – Accounts Payable and Receivable, and the Grants and Special Revenues Manager. The Deputy Director of Finance reports to the Finance Director.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Plans and conducts the annual financial audit, which requires developing and maintaining a written plan for completing the audit in a timely manner.
Coordinates the process for monthly and year-end close procedures, which requires developing and maintaining a check list of all items that should be reviewed, entries that must be made, and work papers that must be prepared for documentation.
Reviews all monthly and year end work papers, entries, and financial statements.
Assists external auditors during the annual audit, which includes providing explanations for various accounting policies, procedures and specific questions relating to items recorded and reported in various funds.
Prepares all sections of the annual comprehensive financial report (ACFR): transmittal letter, management discussion and analysis, statements, notes, and schedules.
Monitors and reviews all general ledger and financial transactions for accuracy.
Ensures bank reconciliations are completed in a timely manner.
Ensures capital assets are recorded properly.
Ensures financial reporting periods are closed in a timely manner.
Ensures balance sheet accounts have proper documentation.
Maintains existing accounting policies and procedures and recommend improvements.
Administers special assessment and general improvement districts.
Supervises the work of the professional staff in the accounting area.
Stays current on Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements and implements any required changes.
Stays current on Federal, State, and Local legislation and implements any required changes.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of GASB statements and the ability to implement changes, when required.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Understanding of generally accepted auditing standards and government auditing standards
Knowledge and experience in financial software systems, grant software; Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); Adobe Acrobat, copier, printer, fax, scanner
Knowledge of the business and organizational structure of Colorado municipalities
Knowledge of the financial structure and systems of Colorado municipalities
Knowledge of accounting principles, processes, and best practices
Knowledge of treasury and investments laws, regulations, and best practices
Knowledge of Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) documents and financial terminology
Ability to solve a wide variety of complex accounting problems and propose and implement resolutions.
Ability to prepare and present financial analyses, schedules, and plans to a variety of audiences.
Experience and Education
Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, in addition to five (5) to seven (7) years’ experience in accounting or related field with specialized knowledge of local government accounting, and at least three (3) to five (5) years supervisory experience; certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) is highly preferred.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in finance or accounting, preferably within a municipal or public sector setting that includes grants, accounts payable, cash receipts, accounts receivable, capital assets, financial reporting, and audits. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of governmental accounting standards, practices, and regulations, proficiency in using financial software and other relevant computer applications, and a solid understanding of local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to municipal finance.
The ideal candidate will have the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with city officials, department heads, staff, and the community. This person needs to have a high level of integrity and professionalism, strong organizational and multitasking skills, and a solution-oriented mindset with the ability to think critically and make informed decisions. The ideal candidate needs to be able to align with the city's values, mission, and vision, and work collaboratively across departments contributing to a positive organizational culture.
Salary
The City of Greeley is offering a competitive salary range between $131,700 – $184,400 and a comprehensive benefits package. Relocation assistance may also be available for the successful out-of-area candidate.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should forward a cover letter and resume to:
resumes@affionpublic.com
Reference: GREELEYDDF
Affion Public
PO Box 794
Hershey, PA 17033
888.321.4922
www.affionpublic.com
*The deadline to receive resumes is December 29, 2023*
The City of Greeley is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
City of Los Angeles
City Of Los Angeles, California, United States
job description POSITION: Deputy Director of Grants - Public Safety, Grants, Finance & Contracts Unit SUMMARY: The Mayor’s Office of Public Safety (MOPS) strives to serve all Angelenos by implementing and expanding innovative programs, policy solutions, resources and initiatives to build a safer city. The office oversees the City’s public safety agencies, including the Los Angeles Police Department, Fire Department, Emergency Management Department, as well as the law enforcement agencies at the Port of Los Angeles and Los Angeles World Airports. MOPS is made up of a Policy Team, Program Team, Grants, Finance & Contracts Unit, and Crisis Response Team. The Deputy Director of Grants will assist in planning, organizing, managing, and providing administrative direction and oversight of major functions and activities of the grant, and will also participate in formulating policy with respect to the allocation of these grant funds. Additionally, the Deputy Director of Grants would communicate with grantors and stakeholders, draft and monitor transmittals, manage grant spending, as well as program related activities. This position performs diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making responsibility. Successful performance of the work requires an extensive professional background, knowledge of grant development and administration principles, and skill in coordinating departmental work with other City of Los Angeles departments and divisions. Responsibilities include performing and directing many of the department’s day-to-day administrative functions. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: To provide professional-level support to the Director of Grants and Finance, and oversee the administration of local, state and federal grants related to homeland security, emergency preparedness and public safety. Job duties include but are not limited to: Assists in the management of Mayor’s Office of Public Safety Grant Unit functions, services, and activities, including researching, analyzing, identifying, securing, and maintaining grant and other categorical funding from various sources; Oversees staff responsible for the administration of grant projects for public safety agencies within the City of Los Angeles, County of Los Angeles, and/or other jurisdictions; Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and priorities for the department; establishes appropriate budget, service, and staffing levels; Continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assesses and monitors workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting; identifies opportunities for improvement and reviews with the Director; directs the implementation of improvements; Managing and reconciling grant budget allocations, reviewing/approving grant expenditures, and ensuring grant spending deadlines are met; Monitoring subrecipient compliance with grant requirements and applying City, State and Federal regulations, as applicable; preparing requests and progress reports to Grantors; and providing information related to City, State and Federal audits; Establishes and maintains contacts with funding agency personnel and potential grant partners; provides timely advice on funding opportunities, requirements, and procedures; Coordinates with other Subrecipients, Jurisdictions, Stakeholders, and officials to identify and prioritize project needs and priorities, align project concepts with funding agency requirements, develop measurable outcomes, prepare budget plans, and coordinate grant preparation assignments for comprehensive grants and special projects; Develops grant applications that meet funding agency requirements and priorities, including writing grant narratives, developing line-item budget and narrative justifications, and completing all required forms and documents; submits grant applications in accordance with varied funding agency requirements; Conducting grant trainings and participating in the facilitation of quarterly meetings with subrecipients; Monitors changes in Federal, State, or Local regulations that may affect assigned functions and operations; implements policy and procedural changes as required; Provides orientation and ongoing technical assistance to grant project directors and personnel on grant implementation, project management, grant closeout, and other funding agency and institutional compliance policies and procedures; Maintains official grant files for audit purposes as required by various funding agency guidelines and state and federal regulations; assists Fiscal with audit activities related to grants; and Participates in and supports employee participation on committees, task forces, and special assignments, including, but not limited to, mandated trainings, workshops, and homeland security and public safety events on behalf of, or with, the Mayor. REQUIREMENTS: An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university A minimum of five years professional experience in grant/project management and implementation, or equivalent experience, including monitoring and management of program and fiscal components of large government contracts Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. Excellent communication skills and ability to work with Grantors, City department staff, community representatives, and elected officials Experience and strong track record working as part of a team, while also demonstrating leadership initiative and ability to work independently Strong research and writing skills Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software programs. PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: Master’s Degree preferred How to apply Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Mayor.Jobs@lacity.org with “MOPS Deputy Director of Grants” in the subject line no later than December 29, 2023. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and suitable candidates may be contacted and hired before the application deadline. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly. This is an exempt, at-will position. The individual appointed to this position will not accrue any civil service tenure, contractual employment rights, or due process rights. The incumbent may be removed, without any finding of cause, by the hiring authority. The City of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services and activities. Please call (213) 744-9300 if you need assistance. For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found here . exempt employment If employment is said to be exempt, it is meant that the employment is exempted from the civil service provisions of the City Charter. In order to receive a regular civil service appointment, employees must have successfully participated in a civil service examination, received a high enough score on the examination to be placed on and receive an appointment from an eligible list, and they must serve a probationary period. Exempt employees do not compete in a civil service examination, they are not placed on an eligible list and receive an appointment from that list, nor do they serve a probationary period. As a result, exempt employees do not have what is referred to as a “property interest” in their job. Exempt employees serve at the will of the appointing authority and can be terminated at any time without cause. Employees with a property interest in their job, i.e. civil service employees, cannot be deprived of their employment(discharged or suspended) without due process. General Information About Exempt Employment Exempt employees serve at the will of the appointing authority, and as such, they may be discharged, suspended or otherwise disciplined without cause. Exempt employees have no property interest in their employment, and any procedural benefit or other prerogative extended to them by their appointing authority is not intended to create and does not create any such property interest. No officer or employee of the City may make to any other officer or employee any representation of a property interest in employment which does not correspond to Charter provisions unless the City Council, by ordinance, permits such representation. No unauthorized representation can serve as the basis of an employee's reliance on, or expectation of, a property interest. Employees Seeking To Become Civil Service Employees There is no protective leave for an exempt employee appointed to a civil service position. Upon receiving a civil service appointment and passing probation, the former exempt employee will be subject to the Civil Service provisions described in Article X of the City Charter. Upon appointment, the civil service employee will begin to accrue displacement and layoff seniority on the first day of his/her civil service appointment and may file for promotional examinations for which s/he qualifies. A full or half-time exempt employee appointed to a full or half-time civil service position continues to: contribute to the Retirement System; accrue vacation time; accrue sick time; receive anniversary date salary increases; and, receive health and dental benefits identical to those received in the civil service position. For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf . Closing Date/Time: 12/29/23
Nov 22, 2023
job description POSITION: Deputy Director of Grants - Public Safety, Grants, Finance & Contracts Unit SUMMARY: The Mayor’s Office of Public Safety (MOPS) strives to serve all Angelenos by implementing and expanding innovative programs, policy solutions, resources and initiatives to build a safer city. The office oversees the City’s public safety agencies, including the Los Angeles Police Department, Fire Department, Emergency Management Department, as well as the law enforcement agencies at the Port of Los Angeles and Los Angeles World Airports. MOPS is made up of a Policy Team, Program Team, Grants, Finance & Contracts Unit, and Crisis Response Team. The Deputy Director of Grants will assist in planning, organizing, managing, and providing administrative direction and oversight of major functions and activities of the grant, and will also participate in formulating policy with respect to the allocation of these grant funds. Additionally, the Deputy Director of Grants would communicate with grantors and stakeholders, draft and monitor transmittals, manage grant spending, as well as program related activities. This position performs diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making responsibility. Successful performance of the work requires an extensive professional background, knowledge of grant development and administration principles, and skill in coordinating departmental work with other City of Los Angeles departments and divisions. Responsibilities include performing and directing many of the department’s day-to-day administrative functions. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: To provide professional-level support to the Director of Grants and Finance, and oversee the administration of local, state and federal grants related to homeland security, emergency preparedness and public safety. Job duties include but are not limited to: Assists in the management of Mayor’s Office of Public Safety Grant Unit functions, services, and activities, including researching, analyzing, identifying, securing, and maintaining grant and other categorical funding from various sources; Oversees staff responsible for the administration of grant projects for public safety agencies within the City of Los Angeles, County of Los Angeles, and/or other jurisdictions; Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and priorities for the department; establishes appropriate budget, service, and staffing levels; Continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assesses and monitors workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting; identifies opportunities for improvement and reviews with the Director; directs the implementation of improvements; Managing and reconciling grant budget allocations, reviewing/approving grant expenditures, and ensuring grant spending deadlines are met; Monitoring subrecipient compliance with grant requirements and applying City, State and Federal regulations, as applicable; preparing requests and progress reports to Grantors; and providing information related to City, State and Federal audits; Establishes and maintains contacts with funding agency personnel and potential grant partners; provides timely advice on funding opportunities, requirements, and procedures; Coordinates with other Subrecipients, Jurisdictions, Stakeholders, and officials to identify and prioritize project needs and priorities, align project concepts with funding agency requirements, develop measurable outcomes, prepare budget plans, and coordinate grant preparation assignments for comprehensive grants and special projects; Develops grant applications that meet funding agency requirements and priorities, including writing grant narratives, developing line-item budget and narrative justifications, and completing all required forms and documents; submits grant applications in accordance with varied funding agency requirements; Conducting grant trainings and participating in the facilitation of quarterly meetings with subrecipients; Monitors changes in Federal, State, or Local regulations that may affect assigned functions and operations; implements policy and procedural changes as required; Provides orientation and ongoing technical assistance to grant project directors and personnel on grant implementation, project management, grant closeout, and other funding agency and institutional compliance policies and procedures; Maintains official grant files for audit purposes as required by various funding agency guidelines and state and federal regulations; assists Fiscal with audit activities related to grants; and Participates in and supports employee participation on committees, task forces, and special assignments, including, but not limited to, mandated trainings, workshops, and homeland security and public safety events on behalf of, or with, the Mayor. REQUIREMENTS: An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university A minimum of five years professional experience in grant/project management and implementation, or equivalent experience, including monitoring and management of program and fiscal components of large government contracts Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. Excellent communication skills and ability to work with Grantors, City department staff, community representatives, and elected officials Experience and strong track record working as part of a team, while also demonstrating leadership initiative and ability to work independently Strong research and writing skills Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software programs. PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: Master’s Degree preferred How to apply Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Mayor.Jobs@lacity.org with “MOPS Deputy Director of Grants” in the subject line no later than December 29, 2023. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and suitable candidates may be contacted and hired before the application deadline. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly. This is an exempt, at-will position. The individual appointed to this position will not accrue any civil service tenure, contractual employment rights, or due process rights. The incumbent may be removed, without any finding of cause, by the hiring authority. The City of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services and activities. Please call (213) 744-9300 if you need assistance. For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found here . exempt employment If employment is said to be exempt, it is meant that the employment is exempted from the civil service provisions of the City Charter. In order to receive a regular civil service appointment, employees must have successfully participated in a civil service examination, received a high enough score on the examination to be placed on and receive an appointment from an eligible list, and they must serve a probationary period. Exempt employees do not compete in a civil service examination, they are not placed on an eligible list and receive an appointment from that list, nor do they serve a probationary period. As a result, exempt employees do not have what is referred to as a “property interest” in their job. Exempt employees serve at the will of the appointing authority and can be terminated at any time without cause. Employees with a property interest in their job, i.e. civil service employees, cannot be deprived of their employment(discharged or suspended) without due process. General Information About Exempt Employment Exempt employees serve at the will of the appointing authority, and as such, they may be discharged, suspended or otherwise disciplined without cause. Exempt employees have no property interest in their employment, and any procedural benefit or other prerogative extended to them by their appointing authority is not intended to create and does not create any such property interest. No officer or employee of the City may make to any other officer or employee any representation of a property interest in employment which does not correspond to Charter provisions unless the City Council, by ordinance, permits such representation. No unauthorized representation can serve as the basis of an employee's reliance on, or expectation of, a property interest. Employees Seeking To Become Civil Service Employees There is no protective leave for an exempt employee appointed to a civil service position. Upon receiving a civil service appointment and passing probation, the former exempt employee will be subject to the Civil Service provisions described in Article X of the City Charter. Upon appointment, the civil service employee will begin to accrue displacement and layoff seniority on the first day of his/her civil service appointment and may file for promotional examinations for which s/he qualifies. A full or half-time exempt employee appointed to a full or half-time civil service position continues to: contribute to the Retirement System; accrue vacation time; accrue sick time; receive anniversary date salary increases; and, receive health and dental benefits identical to those received in the civil service position. For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf . Closing Date/Time: 12/29/23
City of Boynton Beach, FL
Boynton Beach, Florida, United States
Purpose of Classification The purpose of this classification is to assist in directing operations of the Public Works Department, including Administration, Facilities Management, Fleet Management, Parks Maintenance, Street Maintenance, Construction Management, Engineering, and Solid Waste Divisions. This position report to the Director of Public Works. Essential Functions The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals. Assists in directing operations and activities of the Public Works Department, including Administration, Facilities Management, Fleet Maintenance, Parks Maintenance, Street Maintenance, Construction Management, Engineering, and Solid Waste divisions; coordinates organizes and monitors division activities; supervises division leaders; organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work; troubleshoots problem situations. Provides information, assistance and technical expertise to contractors, developers, and property owners; responds to questions, concerns or complaints and initiates problem resolution; discusses problem areas with property owners, property managers, contractors, or other departments; provides technical assistance and consultation to other City departments. Ensures departmental compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures; ensures adherence to established safety procedures; monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; executes city ordinances and enforces building codes; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations. Consults with assigned staff to review work requirements, status of work, and problems; assists with complex or problem situations; provides direction, advice, and technical expertise. Consults with Director of Public Works, City Manager, City Commissioners, and other officials to review department operations/activities, review/resolve problems, receive advice/direction, and provide recommendations; coordinates work activities with those of other departments, contractors, consultants, outside agencies, or others as needed. Coordinates department activities with those of other departments, contractors, outside agencies, or others as needed. Assists in preparing and administering departmental budget; monitors division budgets; assists in authorizing and monitoring expenditures and overtime, determining manpower needs, and seeking funding sources. Manages department operations; assists in developing/implementing long/short term goals, plans and objectives; designs, implements and evaluates new programs; assists in establishing/implementing policies and procedures; assists in setting department performance standards and monitoring performance of each division; assists in setting/monitoring department service levels; resolves internal problems with division heads. Develops, updates, and implements departmental policies and procedures; drafts ordinances. Coordinates or conducts special projects/assignments as needed. Provides information, assistance and technical expertise to contractors, developers, and property owners; responds to questions, concerns, or complaints and initiates problem resolution; discusses problem areas with property owners, property managers, contractors, or other departments; provides technical assistance and consultation to other city departments. Meets with citizen groups, community organizations, and interested entities concerning city projects as needed. Compiles or monitors various administrative/statistical data pertaining to department operations; performs research; makes applicable calculations; analyzes data and identifies trends; prepares/generates reports. Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, computations, budget documents, performance appraisals, or other documents. Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, computations, budget documents, invoices, requests for payment, technical codes, ordinances, regulations, specifications, standards, policies, procedures, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate. Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; verifies accuracy of entered data and makes corrections; utilizes word processing, spreadsheet, database, performs basic maintenance of computer system and office equipment, such as backing up data or replacing paper, ink, or toner. Operates a variety of equipment and tools associated with inspection activities, which may include a motor vehicle, radio communications equipment, projector, blueprint copier, drafting instruments, or general office equipment. Communicates with city officials, employees, other departments, government agencies, engineers, architects, developers, contractors, property owners, the public, outside agencies, the media, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, resolve problems, or give/receive advice or direction. Covers for Department Director in his/her absence. Attends various meetings, serves on committees, and makes speeches or presentations as needed. Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate. Provides resources for administrative/technical training to staff members through seminars, including project management, planning and control systems for construction management, or other topics. This position is on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and is expected to respond to the worksite after hours and on weekends when necessary. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS Performs general/clerical tasks, which may include answering telephone calls, typing documents, making copies, sending/receiving faxes, or filing documentation. Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed. Performs other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree with course work emphasis in business management, public administration, civil engineering, or closely related field ; and Six (6) years management experience that includes public works administration and a combination of Fleet Management, Facilities Management, Streets Maintenance, Park Maintenance, Construction Services, Solid Waste or Engineering ; and M ust possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Supplemental Information COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES Data Utilization: Requires the ability to synthesize, hypothesize, and/or theorize concerning data involving modification of existing policies, strategies and/or methods to meet unique or unusual conditions. Requires the ability to do so within the context of existing organizational theories and management principles. Human Interaction: Requires the ability to function in a director capacity for a major organizational unit requiring significant internal and external interaction. Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, advisor and/or design data and information. Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; ability to calculate decimals and percentages; may include ability to perform mathematical operations involving basic algebraic principles and formulas, and basic geometric principles and calculations. Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of influence systems, such as motivation, incentive, and leadership, and to exercise independent judgement to apply facts and principles for developing approaches and techniques to resolve problems. Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgement, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving the direction, control and planning of an entire program or set of programs. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Demonstrated knowledge of water, wastewater, stormwater and reuse processes, equipment. Demonstrated knowledge of the federal, state, and local environmental regulations regarding water, wastewater, stormwater and reuse systems. Demonstrated understanding and utilization of financial data and key performance indicators to support process performance. Demonstrates understanding in developing and use of Hydraulic modeling. Experience with and ability to ensure effective oversight and compliance with regulatory and environmental guidelines and regulations. Experience in master planning, asset management, performance indicators and strategic planning for utilities Experience in designing water and wastewater SCADA systems including the design, programming, and construction of the system. Experience in job layout and execution. Experience in construction management. Experience in process engineering. Experience in process and rotating equipment operation/troubleshooting as well as condition assessment. Working knowledge of work management/database management systems utilization and data analysis. Experience in resource management. Ability to be a positive role model and provide effective leadership. Ability to effectively supervise assigned staff and to expeditiously resolve employee issues and concerns. Ability to successfully develop collaborative working relationships with the department director and peers, and with other departments, contractors, consultants, outside agencies, and all other stakeholders. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate and control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and/or materials requiring complex and rapid adjustments. ADA Compliance Physical Ability : Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Sensory Requirements : Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally. Environmental Factors : Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as traffic hazards. The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability. VETERANS' PREFERENCE Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City’s hiring process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary. Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package. The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits packageincludes: • Student Loan Forgiveness • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Care Plan • Basic Term Life Insurance • Supplemental Life Insurance • Dependent Life Insurance • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance • CityPension Plan • Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans • Long Term Disability Insurance • Employee Assistance Program • 457 Savings Plan (three options) • Paid Annual Leave / Vacation • Bonus Vacation Hours • 12Paid Holidays • Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave • Educational Assistance Program *( Depending on budget funding ) •On-site Training Program • Wellness Program • Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans • Credit Union • Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan • Flexible Spending Account • Direct Deposit • Social Security Student Loan Forgiveness Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify. Health Insurance The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s). Dental Insurance Premiums for eligible employeesare paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City. Vision Care Plan Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee. Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance The City provides each eligible employee with term lifeandaccidental death insurance. Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased. Dependent Life Insurance Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children. City Retirement / Pension Plans The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program. Supplemental Plans Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans. Short and Long Term Disability The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) toprovide employees and their dependentswith free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems. Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans) The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis. Vacation All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment. Holidays The City observes 12 paid holidays throughout the year. Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave Full-time employees accrue one day ofsick leaveper month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family. Tuition Assistance *( Depending on availablebudget funding ) The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees. Wellness Program The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year. Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan Employees may chooseto enroll ina prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans. Credit Union All City employees mayjoin the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities. Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you. Flexible Spending Accounts Employees mayparticipate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses . Direct Deposit Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice. Closing Date/Time: 12/31/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Nov 30, 2023
Full Time
Purpose of Classification The purpose of this classification is to assist in directing operations of the Public Works Department, including Administration, Facilities Management, Fleet Management, Parks Maintenance, Street Maintenance, Construction Management, Engineering, and Solid Waste Divisions. This position report to the Director of Public Works. Essential Functions The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals. Assists in directing operations and activities of the Public Works Department, including Administration, Facilities Management, Fleet Maintenance, Parks Maintenance, Street Maintenance, Construction Management, Engineering, and Solid Waste divisions; coordinates organizes and monitors division activities; supervises division leaders; organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work; troubleshoots problem situations. Provides information, assistance and technical expertise to contractors, developers, and property owners; responds to questions, concerns or complaints and initiates problem resolution; discusses problem areas with property owners, property managers, contractors, or other departments; provides technical assistance and consultation to other City departments. Ensures departmental compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures; ensures adherence to established safety procedures; monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; executes city ordinances and enforces building codes; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations. Consults with assigned staff to review work requirements, status of work, and problems; assists with complex or problem situations; provides direction, advice, and technical expertise. Consults with Director of Public Works, City Manager, City Commissioners, and other officials to review department operations/activities, review/resolve problems, receive advice/direction, and provide recommendations; coordinates work activities with those of other departments, contractors, consultants, outside agencies, or others as needed. Coordinates department activities with those of other departments, contractors, outside agencies, or others as needed. Assists in preparing and administering departmental budget; monitors division budgets; assists in authorizing and monitoring expenditures and overtime, determining manpower needs, and seeking funding sources. Manages department operations; assists in developing/implementing long/short term goals, plans and objectives; designs, implements and evaluates new programs; assists in establishing/implementing policies and procedures; assists in setting department performance standards and monitoring performance of each division; assists in setting/monitoring department service levels; resolves internal problems with division heads. Develops, updates, and implements departmental policies and procedures; drafts ordinances. Coordinates or conducts special projects/assignments as needed. Provides information, assistance and technical expertise to contractors, developers, and property owners; responds to questions, concerns, or complaints and initiates problem resolution; discusses problem areas with property owners, property managers, contractors, or other departments; provides technical assistance and consultation to other city departments. Meets with citizen groups, community organizations, and interested entities concerning city projects as needed. Compiles or monitors various administrative/statistical data pertaining to department operations; performs research; makes applicable calculations; analyzes data and identifies trends; prepares/generates reports. Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, computations, budget documents, performance appraisals, or other documents. Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, computations, budget documents, invoices, requests for payment, technical codes, ordinances, regulations, specifications, standards, policies, procedures, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate. Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; verifies accuracy of entered data and makes corrections; utilizes word processing, spreadsheet, database, performs basic maintenance of computer system and office equipment, such as backing up data or replacing paper, ink, or toner. Operates a variety of equipment and tools associated with inspection activities, which may include a motor vehicle, radio communications equipment, projector, blueprint copier, drafting instruments, or general office equipment. Communicates with city officials, employees, other departments, government agencies, engineers, architects, developers, contractors, property owners, the public, outside agencies, the media, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, resolve problems, or give/receive advice or direction. Covers for Department Director in his/her absence. Attends various meetings, serves on committees, and makes speeches or presentations as needed. Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate. Provides resources for administrative/technical training to staff members through seminars, including project management, planning and control systems for construction management, or other topics. This position is on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and is expected to respond to the worksite after hours and on weekends when necessary. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS Performs general/clerical tasks, which may include answering telephone calls, typing documents, making copies, sending/receiving faxes, or filing documentation. Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed. Performs other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree with course work emphasis in business management, public administration, civil engineering, or closely related field ; and Six (6) years management experience that includes public works administration and a combination of Fleet Management, Facilities Management, Streets Maintenance, Park Maintenance, Construction Services, Solid Waste or Engineering ; and M ust possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Supplemental Information COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES Data Utilization: Requires the ability to synthesize, hypothesize, and/or theorize concerning data involving modification of existing policies, strategies and/or methods to meet unique or unusual conditions. Requires the ability to do so within the context of existing organizational theories and management principles. Human Interaction: Requires the ability to function in a director capacity for a major organizational unit requiring significant internal and external interaction. Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, advisor and/or design data and information. Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; ability to calculate decimals and percentages; may include ability to perform mathematical operations involving basic algebraic principles and formulas, and basic geometric principles and calculations. Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of influence systems, such as motivation, incentive, and leadership, and to exercise independent judgement to apply facts and principles for developing approaches and techniques to resolve problems. Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgement, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving the direction, control and planning of an entire program or set of programs. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Demonstrated knowledge of water, wastewater, stormwater and reuse processes, equipment. Demonstrated knowledge of the federal, state, and local environmental regulations regarding water, wastewater, stormwater and reuse systems. Demonstrated understanding and utilization of financial data and key performance indicators to support process performance. Demonstrates understanding in developing and use of Hydraulic modeling. Experience with and ability to ensure effective oversight and compliance with regulatory and environmental guidelines and regulations. Experience in master planning, asset management, performance indicators and strategic planning for utilities Experience in designing water and wastewater SCADA systems including the design, programming, and construction of the system. Experience in job layout and execution. Experience in construction management. Experience in process engineering. Experience in process and rotating equipment operation/troubleshooting as well as condition assessment. Working knowledge of work management/database management systems utilization and data analysis. Experience in resource management. Ability to be a positive role model and provide effective leadership. Ability to effectively supervise assigned staff and to expeditiously resolve employee issues and concerns. Ability to successfully develop collaborative working relationships with the department director and peers, and with other departments, contractors, consultants, outside agencies, and all other stakeholders. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate and control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and/or materials requiring complex and rapid adjustments. ADA Compliance Physical Ability : Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Sensory Requirements : Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally. Environmental Factors : Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as traffic hazards. The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability. VETERANS' PREFERENCE Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City’s hiring process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary. Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package. The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits packageincludes: • Student Loan Forgiveness • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Care Plan • Basic Term Life Insurance • Supplemental Life Insurance • Dependent Life Insurance • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance • CityPension Plan • Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans • Long Term Disability Insurance • Employee Assistance Program • 457 Savings Plan (three options) • Paid Annual Leave / Vacation • Bonus Vacation Hours • 12Paid Holidays • Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave • Educational Assistance Program *( Depending on budget funding ) •On-site Training Program • Wellness Program • Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans • Credit Union • Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan • Flexible Spending Account • Direct Deposit • Social Security Student Loan Forgiveness Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify. Health Insurance The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s). Dental Insurance Premiums for eligible employeesare paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City. Vision Care Plan Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee. Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance The City provides each eligible employee with term lifeandaccidental death insurance. Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased. Dependent Life Insurance Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children. City Retirement / Pension Plans The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program. Supplemental Plans Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans. Short and Long Term Disability The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) toprovide employees and their dependentswith free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems. Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans) The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis. Vacation All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment. Holidays The City observes 12 paid holidays throughout the year. Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave Full-time employees accrue one day ofsick leaveper month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family. Tuition Assistance *( Depending on availablebudget funding ) The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees. Wellness Program The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year. Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan Employees may chooseto enroll ina prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans. Credit Union All City employees mayjoin the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities. Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you. Flexible Spending Accounts Employees mayparticipate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses . Direct Deposit Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice. Closing Date/Time: 12/31/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
CALAVERAS COUNTY, CA
San Andreas, California, United States
Position Description Calaveras County offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. The annual salary for this position is $123,281 - $149,864 with a 3% increase effective January 2024 (bringing the annual salary to approximately $126,963 - $154,356), a 3% increase effective January 2025 (bringing the annual salary to approximately $130,769 - $158,974), and a 3% increase effective January 2026 (bringing the annual salary to approximately $134,680 - $163,737). After successful completion of your probationary period, a 5% merit increase may be granted. Merit increases may be granted annually thereafter to the top step. A 2.5% Longevity incentive will be earned at 6, 10, 15, 20, and 25 years of service. DEFINITION: Under general direction, assists the Public Works Director with the management of day-to-day departmental operations; assumes substantive and significant responsibility for specific departmental or division(s) administration; and does related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is a management level position which serves as a principal assistant to the Department Head. Incumbents in this classification may act on behalf of the Department Head in their absence and will normally be assigned responsibility for one area/division such as general engineering, road maintenance, project management, development services but may oversee other divisions or programs within the department, as assigned. Example of Duties Assists Department Head with departmental management activities including program analysis, planning, implementation, and coordination responsibilities. Supervises the work of subordinate staff in a variety of areas including development services, road maintenance or project management, as assigned. May confer and coordinate program activities with other Public Works Divisions, County departments, and outside agencies to ensure that impacts to internal and external stakeholders are positive and productive. Serves as a departmental liaison with state representatives and other agency employees. Prepares and presents reports to a variety of interested groups, including the County Board of Supervisors. May participate in preliminary and final budget hearings, making recommendations as appropriate. Analyzes and reviews staff reports, making recommendations as appropriate. Assists in establishing and maintaining departmental timelines and priorities. Assures related activities comply with established standards, requirements, policies and procedures. Maintains current knowledge of laws, codes, rules, regulations and pending legislation related to department operations. Handles cost assessments, staff supervision, staff training, and contract administration. Oversees, develops, and evaluates applications for grant funding, and manages grant funding received from various local, state, and federal sources. Reviews bid documents, specifications, legal mandates, and other project data for compliance with applicable regulations. Directs preparation of plans, specifications, estimates, and other documents necessary for construction contracts and requests for proposals for professional service agreements. Minimum Qualifications DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Desirable qualifications include a combination of experience, training, and education, which substantially demonstrates the following knowledge, skills, and abilities. Knowledge of: Advanced principles, practices and techniques involved in engineering, project management and delivery, with specific knowledge and experience in the same area; advanced principles and practices of management, leadership, motivation, team building, and conflict resolution; planning, design, and coordination of public works projects; standard and accepted organizational and management practices; standard and accepted principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluations; standard and accepted principles and practices of work safety; programs, policies, and operational needs; applicable local, state, and federal rules, regulations, and laws related to the planning and development of public works projects; project and personnel management activities of a Public Works department; principles of governmental accounting, financing and budgeting; planning, designing and coordination of public works projects; contract preparation and administration; research, analysis and evaluation techniques; project development and control; operations of a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software; and exemplary oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to: Plan, organize, and direct the activities of departmental staff; recommend policies, identify needs, develop, design and implement program objectives, procedures, budgets, staffing requirements and evaluation techniques; perform effectively under pressure from emergent conditions, deadlines or management constraints; establish and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships with others; supervise, train and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; evaluate management problems and present appropriate corrective alternatives, solutions and recommendations; interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; plan and organize own work and work of others; perform a variety of activities involved in the overall project delivery, program and personnel management activities of the division and department; and coordinate and organize project delivery activities and flow of communications and information to ensure effective and efficient outcomes. Skill to: Know and understand all aspects of assigned job; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; analyze work papers, reports, and special projects; understand laws, regulations, and codes; develop, interpret, and evaluate staff reports; research, analyze, and present a variety of program and project information to governing boards, and community groups; develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned division; provide positive and effective program and policy guidance to Department Head: analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of departmental and County-wide goals and objectives; interpret and apply County and departmental policies, procedures, rules, and regulations in an effective and timely manner; analyze fiscal, operational, project, program, and technical reports; plan, organize, and schedule priorities for self and others in an effective and timely manner; organize, implement and direct activities of assigned staff; manage, supervise, train, and evaluate performance of assigned staff; remember various personnel rules; analyze program and project budgets, working papers, and technical reports; successfully develop, manage, and monitor program and project budgets; prepare, interpret, and evaluate RFP’s/RFQ’s; and identify and interpret technical and numerical information. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or related field and five (5) years of increasingly responsible supervisory-level project delivery experience, managing a variety of complex duties. An additional three (3) years of progressively responsible management-level experience with major public works projects, engineering, road construction, finance and/or administration, preferably with a governmental entity is required. Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in public or business administration, engineering, or closely related field is required. A relevant Master’s degree may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the required experience. Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer with the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers is required. Special Requirements Possession of an appropriate California driver’s license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles is required. Bargaining Unit 4 - Mid-Management & Professional Exempt Employees For available Health/Dental/Vision insurance please visit the County BENEFITS WEBPAGE. NEW * Assist-To-Own program to help Couny employees purchase a home. Program Highlights: Down Payment Assistance, up to 5.5% of the Total Mortgage Loan. Available with purchase of a primary residence. Variety of Mortgage Loan options (FHA, VA, USDA and Conventional Mortgage Loans). No first-time homebuyer requirement to qualify. Flexible guidelines: Minimum FICO 640; Maximum DTI 50%. Flexible income limits, up to moderate income levels; no income limits for FHA and VA. For more information, vists Calaveras County Assist-to-Own Extra-Hire: Extra-hire employees are not eligible for step advances, vacation, seniority rights, holiday pay or other certain employee benefits. They are entitled to 24 hours of sick leave per year and eligilbe for the county's CORE Medical plan but not eligible for dental or vision insurance. Vacation days: 0 - 3 complete years = 80 hours per year. After 6 months you can take your first week. 3 - 10 complete years = 120 hours per year 10 years+ = 160 per year Holidays :13 paid holidays per year. Sick Leave: 12 days annual sick leave accrual with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave is accrued at 3.69 hours for each full 80 hours of payroll period. 60 hours of sick leave can be used for immediate family, parent spouse, child or sibling. Management Time Off (MTO) : 40 annually, pro-rated if hired on/after July 1st. Merit: After successfully completing twenty-six (26) pay periods, a 5% merit increase may be granted.Merit increases may be granted annually thereafter to the top step. Probation Period: New employees remain in a probationary status for 26 pay periods.. Longevity Incentives @ 2.5% for each of the following: 5.5 years (if hired before March 28, 2005) 6 years 10 years 15 years 20 years 25 years Flexible Spending Accounts under Section 125 Flexible Spending:Pre-Tax Medical Reimbursement - Max contribution of $2,500 annually Flexible Spending:Pre-Tax Dependent Care Account - Max contribution of $5,000 annually Section 125 Plan :Additional insurance is available through the Section 125 plan and may be purchased from a representative during open enrollment or by appointment when they are on-site. AFLAC Heart & Stroke Insurance Cancer Insurance Accident Insurance Universal Life Insurance Short Term Disability Insurance LEGALSHIELD Life Insurance: $50,000.00 County paid Retirement Information: CalPERS: CLASSIC MEMBERS: 2% at 55 PEPRA MEMBERS: 2% at 62 Additional Retirement Plan: The County offers a 457 Government plan. Employees can contribute u to this deferred compensation plan ( Pre or Post Tax options ).The County utilizes VALIC. Participating employees will receive a County paid match of up to $50 a month Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Sep 22, 2023
Full Time
Position Description Calaveras County offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. The annual salary for this position is $123,281 - $149,864 with a 3% increase effective January 2024 (bringing the annual salary to approximately $126,963 - $154,356), a 3% increase effective January 2025 (bringing the annual salary to approximately $130,769 - $158,974), and a 3% increase effective January 2026 (bringing the annual salary to approximately $134,680 - $163,737). After successful completion of your probationary period, a 5% merit increase may be granted. Merit increases may be granted annually thereafter to the top step. A 2.5% Longevity incentive will be earned at 6, 10, 15, 20, and 25 years of service. DEFINITION: Under general direction, assists the Public Works Director with the management of day-to-day departmental operations; assumes substantive and significant responsibility for specific departmental or division(s) administration; and does related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is a management level position which serves as a principal assistant to the Department Head. Incumbents in this classification may act on behalf of the Department Head in their absence and will normally be assigned responsibility for one area/division such as general engineering, road maintenance, project management, development services but may oversee other divisions or programs within the department, as assigned. Example of Duties Assists Department Head with departmental management activities including program analysis, planning, implementation, and coordination responsibilities. Supervises the work of subordinate staff in a variety of areas including development services, road maintenance or project management, as assigned. May confer and coordinate program activities with other Public Works Divisions, County departments, and outside agencies to ensure that impacts to internal and external stakeholders are positive and productive. Serves as a departmental liaison with state representatives and other agency employees. Prepares and presents reports to a variety of interested groups, including the County Board of Supervisors. May participate in preliminary and final budget hearings, making recommendations as appropriate. Analyzes and reviews staff reports, making recommendations as appropriate. Assists in establishing and maintaining departmental timelines and priorities. Assures related activities comply with established standards, requirements, policies and procedures. Maintains current knowledge of laws, codes, rules, regulations and pending legislation related to department operations. Handles cost assessments, staff supervision, staff training, and contract administration. Oversees, develops, and evaluates applications for grant funding, and manages grant funding received from various local, state, and federal sources. Reviews bid documents, specifications, legal mandates, and other project data for compliance with applicable regulations. Directs preparation of plans, specifications, estimates, and other documents necessary for construction contracts and requests for proposals for professional service agreements. Minimum Qualifications DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Desirable qualifications include a combination of experience, training, and education, which substantially demonstrates the following knowledge, skills, and abilities. Knowledge of: Advanced principles, practices and techniques involved in engineering, project management and delivery, with specific knowledge and experience in the same area; advanced principles and practices of management, leadership, motivation, team building, and conflict resolution; planning, design, and coordination of public works projects; standard and accepted organizational and management practices; standard and accepted principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluations; standard and accepted principles and practices of work safety; programs, policies, and operational needs; applicable local, state, and federal rules, regulations, and laws related to the planning and development of public works projects; project and personnel management activities of a Public Works department; principles of governmental accounting, financing and budgeting; planning, designing and coordination of public works projects; contract preparation and administration; research, analysis and evaluation techniques; project development and control; operations of a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software; and exemplary oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to: Plan, organize, and direct the activities of departmental staff; recommend policies, identify needs, develop, design and implement program objectives, procedures, budgets, staffing requirements and evaluation techniques; perform effectively under pressure from emergent conditions, deadlines or management constraints; establish and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships with others; supervise, train and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; evaluate management problems and present appropriate corrective alternatives, solutions and recommendations; interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; plan and organize own work and work of others; perform a variety of activities involved in the overall project delivery, program and personnel management activities of the division and department; and coordinate and organize project delivery activities and flow of communications and information to ensure effective and efficient outcomes. Skill to: Know and understand all aspects of assigned job; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; analyze work papers, reports, and special projects; understand laws, regulations, and codes; develop, interpret, and evaluate staff reports; research, analyze, and present a variety of program and project information to governing boards, and community groups; develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned division; provide positive and effective program and policy guidance to Department Head: analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of departmental and County-wide goals and objectives; interpret and apply County and departmental policies, procedures, rules, and regulations in an effective and timely manner; analyze fiscal, operational, project, program, and technical reports; plan, organize, and schedule priorities for self and others in an effective and timely manner; organize, implement and direct activities of assigned staff; manage, supervise, train, and evaluate performance of assigned staff; remember various personnel rules; analyze program and project budgets, working papers, and technical reports; successfully develop, manage, and monitor program and project budgets; prepare, interpret, and evaluate RFP’s/RFQ’s; and identify and interpret technical and numerical information. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or related field and five (5) years of increasingly responsible supervisory-level project delivery experience, managing a variety of complex duties. An additional three (3) years of progressively responsible management-level experience with major public works projects, engineering, road construction, finance and/or administration, preferably with a governmental entity is required. Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in public or business administration, engineering, or closely related field is required. A relevant Master’s degree may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the required experience. Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer with the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers is required. Special Requirements Possession of an appropriate California driver’s license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles is required. Bargaining Unit 4 - Mid-Management & Professional Exempt Employees For available Health/Dental/Vision insurance please visit the County BENEFITS WEBPAGE. NEW * Assist-To-Own program to help Couny employees purchase a home. Program Highlights: Down Payment Assistance, up to 5.5% of the Total Mortgage Loan. Available with purchase of a primary residence. Variety of Mortgage Loan options (FHA, VA, USDA and Conventional Mortgage Loans). No first-time homebuyer requirement to qualify. Flexible guidelines: Minimum FICO 640; Maximum DTI 50%. Flexible income limits, up to moderate income levels; no income limits for FHA and VA. For more information, vists Calaveras County Assist-to-Own Extra-Hire: Extra-hire employees are not eligible for step advances, vacation, seniority rights, holiday pay or other certain employee benefits. They are entitled to 24 hours of sick leave per year and eligilbe for the county's CORE Medical plan but not eligible for dental or vision insurance. Vacation days: 0 - 3 complete years = 80 hours per year. After 6 months you can take your first week. 3 - 10 complete years = 120 hours per year 10 years+ = 160 per year Holidays :13 paid holidays per year. Sick Leave: 12 days annual sick leave accrual with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave is accrued at 3.69 hours for each full 80 hours of payroll period. 60 hours of sick leave can be used for immediate family, parent spouse, child or sibling. Management Time Off (MTO) : 40 annually, pro-rated if hired on/after July 1st. Merit: After successfully completing twenty-six (26) pay periods, a 5% merit increase may be granted.Merit increases may be granted annually thereafter to the top step. Probation Period: New employees remain in a probationary status for 26 pay periods.. Longevity Incentives @ 2.5% for each of the following: 5.5 years (if hired before March 28, 2005) 6 years 10 years 15 years 20 years 25 years Flexible Spending Accounts under Section 125 Flexible Spending:Pre-Tax Medical Reimbursement - Max contribution of $2,500 annually Flexible Spending:Pre-Tax Dependent Care Account - Max contribution of $5,000 annually Section 125 Plan :Additional insurance is available through the Section 125 plan and may be purchased from a representative during open enrollment or by appointment when they are on-site. AFLAC Heart & Stroke Insurance Cancer Insurance Accident Insurance Universal Life Insurance Short Term Disability Insurance LEGALSHIELD Life Insurance: $50,000.00 County paid Retirement Information: CalPERS: CLASSIC MEMBERS: 2% at 55 PEPRA MEMBERS: 2% at 62 Additional Retirement Plan: The County offers a 457 Government plan. Employees can contribute u to this deferred compensation plan ( Pre or Post Tax options ).The County utilizes VALIC. Participating employees will receive a County paid match of up to $50 a month Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Requirements MOS Code: (0005 ) Navy Education and Experience : Bachelor's Degree in business or public administration, management, veterinary medicine or related field and five (5) years of animal control operations, animal shelter operations, or animal welfare work experience, including two (2) years of supervisory or managerial experience. Licenses and Certificates : Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state. General Purpose Under administrative direction, manage and promote animal care and welfare services; plan, organize and manage administrative budget, accounting, information systems and daily animal services departmental operations. Typical Duties Plan, organize, implement and direct animal services functions to include overall operations, programs, staffing, development and budget. Involves: Oversee and assign work that involves animal care, facilities, customer service, public relations and operation and maintenance of program computer systems. Direct the approval and enforcement of licenses and permits governing animal control to ensure compliance with regulations. Develop, recommend and enforce departmental policies, procedures, regulations and city ordinances relevant to animal regulation and veterinary public health to contribute to the overall health of the community. Maintain liaison with local, state, federal and international authorities in mutual veterinary public health programs and zoonotic disease control. Direct epidemiological investigations of wild and domestic animal sources and zoonotic diseases and recommend appropriate control measures. Develop safety standards and practices for the staff, the public and the collection of animals. Participate as a member of management with others to integrate overall services and optimize the use of limited resources. Represent the department and to the public, other organizations and governmental agencies to inform of changes and to seek support for programs, initiatives and projects. Plan, design, implement and review program short and long-term goals and priorities. Involves: Develop and manage annual budget. Monitor and approve budget expenditures. Prepare and administer operating and maintenance budget. Conduct regular inspection and evaluation of performance against approved plans and objectives to assess and improve services. Prepare reports regarding program activities, accomplishment and goals. Supervise assigned staff. Involves: Supervise directly and through subordinate supervisors. Appraise employee performance and review evaluations by subordinate supervisors. Develop and provide training essential to maintaining the proficiency of animal control officers. Enforces work behavior standards firmly and impartially. Participate in applicant interviews. As appointing authority, may hire, terminate, transfer, discipline and other employee status changes. General Information For complete job specification, click here . Note: This is an unclassified contract position. Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received. Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University or Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as “See résumé” are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete. To qualify for this position, required education, experience, knowledge and skills must be clearly stated on your application’s employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position. Determined by agreement Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Oct 17, 2023
Full Time
Requirements MOS Code: (0005 ) Navy Education and Experience : Bachelor's Degree in business or public administration, management, veterinary medicine or related field and five (5) years of animal control operations, animal shelter operations, or animal welfare work experience, including two (2) years of supervisory or managerial experience. Licenses and Certificates : Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state. General Purpose Under administrative direction, manage and promote animal care and welfare services; plan, organize and manage administrative budget, accounting, information systems and daily animal services departmental operations. Typical Duties Plan, organize, implement and direct animal services functions to include overall operations, programs, staffing, development and budget. Involves: Oversee and assign work that involves animal care, facilities, customer service, public relations and operation and maintenance of program computer systems. Direct the approval and enforcement of licenses and permits governing animal control to ensure compliance with regulations. Develop, recommend and enforce departmental policies, procedures, regulations and city ordinances relevant to animal regulation and veterinary public health to contribute to the overall health of the community. Maintain liaison with local, state, federal and international authorities in mutual veterinary public health programs and zoonotic disease control. Direct epidemiological investigations of wild and domestic animal sources and zoonotic diseases and recommend appropriate control measures. Develop safety standards and practices for the staff, the public and the collection of animals. Participate as a member of management with others to integrate overall services and optimize the use of limited resources. Represent the department and to the public, other organizations and governmental agencies to inform of changes and to seek support for programs, initiatives and projects. Plan, design, implement and review program short and long-term goals and priorities. Involves: Develop and manage annual budget. Monitor and approve budget expenditures. Prepare and administer operating and maintenance budget. Conduct regular inspection and evaluation of performance against approved plans and objectives to assess and improve services. Prepare reports regarding program activities, accomplishment and goals. Supervise assigned staff. Involves: Supervise directly and through subordinate supervisors. Appraise employee performance and review evaluations by subordinate supervisors. Develop and provide training essential to maintaining the proficiency of animal control officers. Enforces work behavior standards firmly and impartially. Participate in applicant interviews. As appointing authority, may hire, terminate, transfer, discipline and other employee status changes. General Information For complete job specification, click here . Note: This is an unclassified contract position. Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received. Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University or Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as “See résumé” are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete. To qualify for this position, required education, experience, knowledge and skills must be clearly stated on your application’s employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position. Determined by agreement Closing Date/Time: Continuous
State of Nevada
Carson City, Nevada, United States
Announcement Number: 900604057 STATE OF NEVADA NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION JOE LOMBARDO Governor TRACY LARKIN THOMSON, P.E. Director UNCLASSIFIED JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NDOT Deputy Director August, 2023 Recruitment Open To: The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking an energetic and highly motivated individual to serve as a Deputy Director of Administration, Planning and Performance. This is an open competitive recruitment, open to all qualified applicants. Résumés will be accepted until the position is filled. All résumés will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. Hiring may occur at any time during the recruitment process. This position is appointed by and serves at the will of the Director of the Department of Transportation. AGENCY RESPONSIBILITIES: NDOT is a dynamic agency responsible for maintaining 5,378 centerline miles (13,774 lane miles) of roads and 1,242 bridges. This statewide network, although representative of only 14% of the roads in Nevada, supports 51% of all automobile traffic and 72% of all heavy truck traffic travel. Three districts oversee operations and maintenance activities within their local areas and our headquarters, located in Carson City, supports operations across the state. Per state statue, NDOT is overseen by a seven-member Board of Directors, with the Governor acting as Chair. Our mission to provide, operate and preserve a transportation system that enhances safety, quality of life and economic development through innovation, environmental stewardship and a dedicated workforce governs our decisions as we strive to be a leader and partner in delivering effective transportation solutions for a safe a connected Nevada. SALARY AND Benefits: Annual compensation for this position is up to $159,059 on the employer/employee paid retirement along with a benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, Public Employees Retirement Plan, three weeks paid vacation, three weeks sick leave, and twelve paid holidays. POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Deputy Director of Administration, Planning and Performance is vital to the success of NDOT's mission and the day-to-day operations of the Department by providing critical oversight to multiple divisions including administration, planning, communications, human resources, and flight operations. This position functions from our headquarters office in Carson City, working closely with the Director and the other Deputies and Assistant Directors to provide leadership and support to the Department. Responsibilities encompass maintaining close coordination with Assistant Directors within the Department and their teams to ensure activities are coordinated to achieve the goals and operations of Departmental areas; representing the Department with other entities to include the Metropolitan Planning Organizations and staffs, state and federal agencies and the Engineering and Transportation Research Centers of the Nevada University System; reviewing literature and maintaining awareness of national trends relating to transportation issues; and coordinating the activities of the Department to ensure NDOT goals are achieved. Qualifications: Applicants must have a Master's degree in Public or Business Administration; OR hold the degree of Bachelor of Science in Civil, Structural, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering; OR be a Licensed Professional Engineer AND must have at least 2 years of administrative experience as an Assistant Director, the Chief Engineer, or the Division Head of the Engineering or Planning Division of the Department; OR 15 years of progressively responsible experience in engineering or project management per NRS 408.178. TO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter and detailed resume that includes a description of employment history to include name and addresses of employers, scope of responsibility, how you heard about the position, and professional references to: Allison Wall, HR Manager, Nevada Department of Transportation awall@dot.nv.gov. 1263 S. Stewart Street, Carson City, Nevada 89712 A criminal history check is required as a condition of employment. Open until recruitment needs are satisfied. NDOT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Closing Date/Time: Until recruitment needs are satisfied
Sep 05, 2023
Full Time
Announcement Number: 900604057 STATE OF NEVADA NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION JOE LOMBARDO Governor TRACY LARKIN THOMSON, P.E. Director UNCLASSIFIED JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NDOT Deputy Director August, 2023 Recruitment Open To: The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking an energetic and highly motivated individual to serve as a Deputy Director of Administration, Planning and Performance. This is an open competitive recruitment, open to all qualified applicants. Résumés will be accepted until the position is filled. All résumés will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. Hiring may occur at any time during the recruitment process. This position is appointed by and serves at the will of the Director of the Department of Transportation. AGENCY RESPONSIBILITIES: NDOT is a dynamic agency responsible for maintaining 5,378 centerline miles (13,774 lane miles) of roads and 1,242 bridges. This statewide network, although representative of only 14% of the roads in Nevada, supports 51% of all automobile traffic and 72% of all heavy truck traffic travel. Three districts oversee operations and maintenance activities within their local areas and our headquarters, located in Carson City, supports operations across the state. Per state statue, NDOT is overseen by a seven-member Board of Directors, with the Governor acting as Chair. Our mission to provide, operate and preserve a transportation system that enhances safety, quality of life and economic development through innovation, environmental stewardship and a dedicated workforce governs our decisions as we strive to be a leader and partner in delivering effective transportation solutions for a safe a connected Nevada. SALARY AND Benefits: Annual compensation for this position is up to $159,059 on the employer/employee paid retirement along with a benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, Public Employees Retirement Plan, three weeks paid vacation, three weeks sick leave, and twelve paid holidays. POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Deputy Director of Administration, Planning and Performance is vital to the success of NDOT's mission and the day-to-day operations of the Department by providing critical oversight to multiple divisions including administration, planning, communications, human resources, and flight operations. This position functions from our headquarters office in Carson City, working closely with the Director and the other Deputies and Assistant Directors to provide leadership and support to the Department. Responsibilities encompass maintaining close coordination with Assistant Directors within the Department and their teams to ensure activities are coordinated to achieve the goals and operations of Departmental areas; representing the Department with other entities to include the Metropolitan Planning Organizations and staffs, state and federal agencies and the Engineering and Transportation Research Centers of the Nevada University System; reviewing literature and maintaining awareness of national trends relating to transportation issues; and coordinating the activities of the Department to ensure NDOT goals are achieved. Qualifications: Applicants must have a Master's degree in Public or Business Administration; OR hold the degree of Bachelor of Science in Civil, Structural, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering; OR be a Licensed Professional Engineer AND must have at least 2 years of administrative experience as an Assistant Director, the Chief Engineer, or the Division Head of the Engineering or Planning Division of the Department; OR 15 years of progressively responsible experience in engineering or project management per NRS 408.178. TO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter and detailed resume that includes a description of employment history to include name and addresses of employers, scope of responsibility, how you heard about the position, and professional references to: Allison Wall, HR Manager, Nevada Department of Transportation awall@dot.nv.gov. 1263 S. Stewart Street, Carson City, Nevada 89712 A criminal history check is required as a condition of employment. Open until recruitment needs are satisfied. NDOT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Closing Date/Time: Until recruitment needs are satisfied
City of Los Angeles
City Of Los Angeles, California, United States
job description POSITION: Deputy Director of Justice, Crime, and Safety SUMMARY: The Mayor’s Office of Public Safety (MOPS) strives to serve all Angelenos by implementing and expanding innovative programs, policy solutions, resources and initiatives to build a safer city. The office oversees the City’s public safety agencies, including the Los Angeles Police Department, Fire Department, Emergency Management Department, as well as the law enforcement agencies at the Port of LA and Los Angeles World Airports. MOPS is made up of a Policy Team, Program Team, Grants & Finance Unit, and Crisis Response Team. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Deputy Director will assist in formulating policy for the City of Los Angeles (“City”) with respect to public safety, working directly with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) and the Board of Police Commissioners. The Deputy Director will be the primary liaison to the LAPD, support various policy matters, and work with other regional law enforcement agencies, state and federal agencies, and non-governmental organizations on justice, crime, and safety issues. Job duties include the following: Develop overarching policy solutions related to justice, crime, and safety; Develop strategies to reduce crime and gun violence as well as advance police reform and community policing; Ensure transparency and open communication on policing matters; Support efforts to compile, share, and analyze public safety data; Design strategies to recruit additional qualified City police officers, and ensure inclusive hiring practices; Develop strategies to enhance innovative service delivery programs; Support research, development, and implementation of legislative priorities; Develop innovative technological solutions to everyday public safety issues; Negotiate and coordinate public safety, policing, and related policy decisions with other jurisdictions, grantors, City Departments, community representatives, and elected officials; Assist in oversight of public safety and homeland security grant projects in conjunction with the LAPD, including: Assist in the design of program components; Plan implementation of accepted grant proposals, often in conjunction with partners and/or sub-grantees; Identify funding opportunities for homeland security and public safety programming; and Develop appropriate budgets for grant administration and execution; Establish partnerships across sectors on policing and public safety initiatives; Support policy aspects of the City budget development process related to the LAPD; Prepare written and oral briefings to the Mayor, City Council, and other staff regarding public safety issues; Attend LAPD or related public safety events on behalf of or with the Mayor; and Assist and advise the Mayor during activation of the City Emergency Operations Center and other large-scale events to ensure coordination between the City, County, State, and federal government. REQUIREMENTS: A degree from an accredited college or university; minimum of five years professional experience in related policy development and implementation, or equivalent experience; proven record of exercising good judgment and professionalism in a fast paced and/or intense working environment; strong writing and research skills; excellent communication skills and ability to work with City department staff, executive level staff, grantors, community representatives and elected officials; ability to work independently while contributing to, working within, and valuing an overall team structure; and proficiency with traditional office software programs. How to apply Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Mayor.Jobs@lacity.org with “MOPS Deputy Director - Justice, Crime, and Safety” in the subject line no later than Friday, December 1, 2023 (extended. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and suitable candidates may be contacted and hired before the application deadline. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly as the job posting may close before the listed deadline. This is an exempt, at-will position. The individual appointed to this position will not accrue any civil service tenure, contractual employment rights, or due process rights. The incumbent may be removed, without any finding of cause, by the hiring authority. The City of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services and activities. Please call (213) 744-9300 if you need assistance. For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found here . exempt employment If employment is said to be exempt, it is meant that the employment is exempted from the civil service provisions of the City Charter. In order to receive a regular civil service appointment, employees must have successfully participated in a civil service examination, received a high enough score on the examination to be placed on and receive an appointment from an eligible list, and they must serve a probationary period. Exempt employees do not compete in a civil service examination, they are not placed on an eligible list and receive an appointment from that list, nor do they serve a probationary period. As a result, exempt employees do not have what is referred to as a “property interest” in their job. Exempt employees serve at the will of the appointing authority and can be terminated at any time without cause. Employees with a property interest in their job, i.e. civil service employees, cannot be deprived of their employment(discharged or suspended) without due process. General Information About Exempt Employment Exempt employees serve at the will of the appointing authority, and as such, they may be discharged, suspended or otherwise disciplined without cause. Exempt employees have no property interest in their employment, and any procedural benefit or other prerogative extended to them by their appointing authority is not intended to create and does not create any such property interest. No officer or employee of the City may make to any other officer or employee any representation of a property interest in employment which does not correspond to Charter provisions unless the City Council, by ordinance, permits such representation. No unauthorized representation can serve as the basis of an employee's reliance on, or expectation of, a property interest. Employees Seeking To Become Civil Service Employees There is no protective leave for an exempt employee appointed to a civil service position. Upon receiving a civil service appointment and passing probation, the former exempt employee will be subject to the Civil Service provisions described in Article X of the City Charter. Upon appointment, the civil service employee will begin to accrue displacement and layoff seniority on the first day of his/her civil service appointment and may file for promotional examinations for which s/he qualifies. A full or half-time exempt employee appointed to a full or half-time civil service position continues to: contribute to the Retirement System; accrue vacation time; accrue sick time; receive anniversary date salary increases; and, receive health and dental benefits identical to those received in the civil service position. For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf . Closing Date/Time: 12/1/23
Nov 10, 2023
job description POSITION: Deputy Director of Justice, Crime, and Safety SUMMARY: The Mayor’s Office of Public Safety (MOPS) strives to serve all Angelenos by implementing and expanding innovative programs, policy solutions, resources and initiatives to build a safer city. The office oversees the City’s public safety agencies, including the Los Angeles Police Department, Fire Department, Emergency Management Department, as well as the law enforcement agencies at the Port of LA and Los Angeles World Airports. MOPS is made up of a Policy Team, Program Team, Grants & Finance Unit, and Crisis Response Team. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Deputy Director will assist in formulating policy for the City of Los Angeles (“City”) with respect to public safety, working directly with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) and the Board of Police Commissioners. The Deputy Director will be the primary liaison to the LAPD, support various policy matters, and work with other regional law enforcement agencies, state and federal agencies, and non-governmental organizations on justice, crime, and safety issues. Job duties include the following: Develop overarching policy solutions related to justice, crime, and safety; Develop strategies to reduce crime and gun violence as well as advance police reform and community policing; Ensure transparency and open communication on policing matters; Support efforts to compile, share, and analyze public safety data; Design strategies to recruit additional qualified City police officers, and ensure inclusive hiring practices; Develop strategies to enhance innovative service delivery programs; Support research, development, and implementation of legislative priorities; Develop innovative technological solutions to everyday public safety issues; Negotiate and coordinate public safety, policing, and related policy decisions with other jurisdictions, grantors, City Departments, community representatives, and elected officials; Assist in oversight of public safety and homeland security grant projects in conjunction with the LAPD, including: Assist in the design of program components; Plan implementation of accepted grant proposals, often in conjunction with partners and/or sub-grantees; Identify funding opportunities for homeland security and public safety programming; and Develop appropriate budgets for grant administration and execution; Establish partnerships across sectors on policing and public safety initiatives; Support policy aspects of the City budget development process related to the LAPD; Prepare written and oral briefings to the Mayor, City Council, and other staff regarding public safety issues; Attend LAPD or related public safety events on behalf of or with the Mayor; and Assist and advise the Mayor during activation of the City Emergency Operations Center and other large-scale events to ensure coordination between the City, County, State, and federal government. REQUIREMENTS: A degree from an accredited college or university; minimum of five years professional experience in related policy development and implementation, or equivalent experience; proven record of exercising good judgment and professionalism in a fast paced and/or intense working environment; strong writing and research skills; excellent communication skills and ability to work with City department staff, executive level staff, grantors, community representatives and elected officials; ability to work independently while contributing to, working within, and valuing an overall team structure; and proficiency with traditional office software programs. How to apply Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Mayor.Jobs@lacity.org with “MOPS Deputy Director - Justice, Crime, and Safety” in the subject line no later than Friday, December 1, 2023 (extended. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and suitable candidates may be contacted and hired before the application deadline. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly as the job posting may close before the listed deadline. This is an exempt, at-will position. The individual appointed to this position will not accrue any civil service tenure, contractual employment rights, or due process rights. The incumbent may be removed, without any finding of cause, by the hiring authority. The City of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services and activities. Please call (213) 744-9300 if you need assistance. For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found here . exempt employment If employment is said to be exempt, it is meant that the employment is exempted from the civil service provisions of the City Charter. In order to receive a regular civil service appointment, employees must have successfully participated in a civil service examination, received a high enough score on the examination to be placed on and receive an appointment from an eligible list, and they must serve a probationary period. Exempt employees do not compete in a civil service examination, they are not placed on an eligible list and receive an appointment from that list, nor do they serve a probationary period. As a result, exempt employees do not have what is referred to as a “property interest” in their job. Exempt employees serve at the will of the appointing authority and can be terminated at any time without cause. Employees with a property interest in their job, i.e. civil service employees, cannot be deprived of their employment(discharged or suspended) without due process. General Information About Exempt Employment Exempt employees serve at the will of the appointing authority, and as such, they may be discharged, suspended or otherwise disciplined without cause. Exempt employees have no property interest in their employment, and any procedural benefit or other prerogative extended to them by their appointing authority is not intended to create and does not create any such property interest. No officer or employee of the City may make to any other officer or employee any representation of a property interest in employment which does not correspond to Charter provisions unless the City Council, by ordinance, permits such representation. No unauthorized representation can serve as the basis of an employee's reliance on, or expectation of, a property interest. Employees Seeking To Become Civil Service Employees There is no protective leave for an exempt employee appointed to a civil service position. Upon receiving a civil service appointment and passing probation, the former exempt employee will be subject to the Civil Service provisions described in Article X of the City Charter. Upon appointment, the civil service employee will begin to accrue displacement and layoff seniority on the first day of his/her civil service appointment and may file for promotional examinations for which s/he qualifies. A full or half-time exempt employee appointed to a full or half-time civil service position continues to: contribute to the Retirement System; accrue vacation time; accrue sick time; receive anniversary date salary increases; and, receive health and dental benefits identical to those received in the civil service position. For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf . Closing Date/Time: 12/1/23
MASSACHUSETTS TRIAL COURT
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Title: Deputy Director for Training Operations Pay Grade: Senior Management 2 Starting Pay: $115,943.04 - $171,381.87 Departmental Mission Statement: The mission of the Judicial Institute is to advance justice through the collaborative design and delivery of quality continuing professional education and training for court personnel and judges throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILE: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/executive-office-of-the-trial-court-judicial-institute Notes: This position is designated as management position and is covered by the Trial Court Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual Position Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Judicial Education, the Deputy Director for Training Operations (DDTO) leads the Training Operations Unit within the Judicial Institute. The DDTO is responsible for strategic planning and the development and execution of Training Operations Team goals and priorities. The DDTO oversees the procurement, implementation and use of all technology used within the department, including the system wide Learning Management System, eLearning design software, and recording and presentation technologies. The DDTO makes recommendations for best use of technology to achieve system goals and objectives. In addition to oversight of technology, the position has broad financial and procurement duties including managing department fiscal and procurement processes, such as competitive bidding, vendor selection process, RFP development and processing, and encumbrance and payment processes. The DDTO also plays an essential role in the oversight, delivery, and promotion of all commercially purchased online training content, as well as virtual training produced by external learning partners, such as the Trial Court’s EAP. The DDTO will also oversee the department’s role in delivering and compliance with mandatory training across the organization. The DDTO collaborates with the Deputy Director for Curriculum Development & Planning (DDCDP) to identify effective means for measuring service impact and outcomes and for continuously improving the development and delivery of a comprehensive curriculum of continuing professional education for the workforce. The DDTO will demonstrate and foster an appreciation for a diverse community culture where respect and appreciation of difference defines relationships and will actively promote flexibility and openness to learning and change in the workplace. The DDTO plays an essential role as a member of the JI’s leadership and learning team together with the DDCDP and the Director of Judicial Education. Supervision Received: The DDTO reports to the Director of Judicial Education and receives limited direction in performing duties that require a high degree of independent judgment and initiative. Duties: Supervises Training Operations Unit. Leads, supervises, and supports managers and staff within the Training Operations Unit, including the Learning Management System Administrator, Media Production Coordinator, Fiscal Operations Supervisor, Project Coordinator, Administrative Coordinator, and Administrative Assistant; Performance Management. Leads all performance management tasks related to the Training Operations Unit, including working with staff to develop annual action plans with specific goals and objectives, ensuring alignment with Trial Court goals and objectives; conducting regular checkpoint meetings; facilitating weekly staff meetings, mentoring; conducting annual performance evaluations; and taking other appropriate steps for the purpose of improving performance and addressing performance issues in a timely manner; Hiring and Promotion. Leads hiring, promotion, and reclassification efforts for all Training Operations Team positions; Technology: Procurement, Oversight, and Maintenance. Identifies technology needs across the department, manages procurement process, and oversees implementation, use, management, and maintenance of all department technology systems and software, including the Judicial Branch’s Learning Management System (LMS) which facilitates all court-wide online and virtual learning, in-person program registration, and court-wide communications and compliance with mandatory training; Fiscal Processes and Activity. Manages and oversees all department fiscal and procurement activities related to the development and delivery of professional development and training across the Judicial Branch, including competitive bidding solicitation and selection processes; RFP processes; contract preparation and execution; and encumbrance and payment processes; Department FY Budget. Working in coordination with JI fiscal staff, oversees and makes recommendations related to the fiscal year department budget process and communicates with internal and external parties about budget matters, limitations, and requirements, including end of fiscal year deadlines and required activities and expectations; and provides data and identifies operational and maintenance priorities for the formulation of JI budget proposals and expenditures; Administration of Trust Funds. Manages and administers the application review process and distribution of external funding provided through the John and Ethel Goldberg Trust; Strategic Planning. As part of court-wide strategic planning efforts, and in collaboration with JI leadership team, responsible for creation, implementation, and oversight of department and Trial Court-wide Strategic Planning tactics, goals and objectives, with particular attention to goals associated with training operations; responsible for related data creation and collection, reporting, and updating court leaders, as requested; Court-wide Compliance Efforts. Manages and oversees compliance work in the department regarding court-wide mandatory training requirements, including related communications and coordination with EOTC leadership, OCM Directors and Chiefs, departmental Chief Justices, and Deputy Court Administrators, as needed; Org Structure & Staffing. Recommends and implements an effective organizational structure, including establishment of appropriate reporting lines for JI staff, and works closely with department leadership to ensure that staffing levels are appropriate to ensure successful outcomes; and where there are gaps, recommends and implements solutions; Oversight of Online Content Advisory Group. Consults regularly with the online content vendor (currently Cornerstone OnDemand) and leads development and oversight of a multi-faceted action plan to drive employee engagement with online learning through the eLearning Center; oversees and supports the Online Curriculum Advisory Group (OCAG) to ensure that valuable new online learning content is made available to employees across the Judicial Branch and promoted effectively through regular and timely communications and strategies; Courtyard and media production. Oversees staff responsible for maintaining and updating the JI Courtyard (Intranet) presence; Digital Recording in the Courtroom Program. Oversees and supports the Judicial Institute’s professional development program for new judges that includes filming new judges presiding in courthouses across the Commonwealth during their 9th and 12th months of service on the bench; Collaboration with External Partners and Vendors. In addition to collaboration with OCM/EOTC partners and court departments across the organization, the DDTO works collaboratively with external stakeholders such as the State Ethics Commission, Mass4You EAP provider, Cornerstone onDemand, the National Association of State Judicial Educators, and the Association of Clerk-Magistrates and Assistant Clerk Magistrates to effectively develop and/or identify online training resources; Court-wide Committee Participation and Coordination. Leads, facilitates, and participates in a variety of Judicial Branch standing committees, working groups and other system-wide planning committees focused on training operations; and communicates and coordinates with other departments with training operations, such as Security and Probation, to achieve consistency of quality, messaging, policies, and procedures for the best outcomes for the organization; Develops Department Policy. Develops, implements, and continuously monitors compliance with department and Trial Court policies, procedures, and workflow processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and efficiency; Monitors National Trends. Monitors trends in other states’ Judicial Branch practices around continuing education and training, particularly as it relates to professional development initiatives that leverage new and emerging technologies for judicial branch professional education to ensure continuous improvement and best practices in the delivery of innovative continuing education in the Massachusetts Judicial Branch; Other duties. May be assigned other related duties by the Director and may function in place of the Director or other department leadership as circumstances warrant. Job Competencies: All applicants must be able, through the interview process, to demonstrate competency in the following key areas: Ethics and Values Communicates and demonstrates the ethical standards and values of the Judicial Institute and the Trial Court. Mission Understands, upholds, and communicates the mission of the Judicial Institute and the Trial Court. Applied Knowledge Produces high quality education and professional development tools and resources for a wide variety of staff and judges throughout the Trial Court on a wide array of topics. Problem Solving Accurately identifies and addresses continuing education needs throughout the judiciary through the development and delivery of quality professional development tools and resources. Continuous Learning Demonstrates a commitment to continuous self-improvement through professional development, study, creativity and goal-setting and performance measurement. Commitment to Diversity Promotes diversity through understanding and respect, using positive and effective communication with persons of varied racial, ethnic, economic, and cultural backgrounds. Customer Service Consistently demonstrates courtesy and professionalism in interacting with other Trial Court employees and the public. Collaboration Works with others cooperatively, and promotes teamwork, contributing to a work environment that focuses on shared Trial Court goals. Minimum Requirements: These are the minimum requirements necessary to apply for the position of Deputy Director for Training Operations: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources management, education, law or related field; and six (6) years of administrative work experience. Graduate degree preferred; Demonstrated ability to supervise staff, with three (3) years of work experience supervising staff is strongly preferred; Knowledge of the Massachusetts court system and experience with fiscal management, workforce development or training, and performance management is also preferred; Equivalent combinations of education, training and experience will be considered for meeting the minimum requirements. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Proficient in a wide array of Technology Systems. Possesses and maintains a high degree of knowledge and proficiency in emerging technologies in the area of continuing education design, development and delivery; and all relevant technologies used within the organization; • Strong interpersonal communication skills, including writing ability commensurate with senior/executive management team level and the ability to work professionally with diverse groups including personnel of all levels, including judges, and to maintain effective working relationships; • Highly skilled in leading, coaching, and working effectively and collaboratively with team members individually, and the team as a unit, developing positive and mission-driven collaboration and success among team members; • Proficient in the full suite of Microsoft Office technologies, Zoom and other Video Conferencing and webinar Technologies; familiarity and experience engaging with Learning Management System technology; Experienced and comfortable with using presentation, teaching, and delivery technologies; comfortable and familiar with eLearning design and development technology; • Strong relationship-building skills, ability to work well with others and provide support for team members’ professional goals and development; • Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and develop creative solutions for issues that require timely resolution; • Ability to work independently with a high degree of independent judgment, initiative, discretion, collegiality, integrity, and empathy; • Ability to think both strategically and creatively when developing and delivering large-scale curricula and training initiatives; • Ability to organize, manage and coordinate effective operations, and effectively supervise a cohesive team using industry best practices for personnel management; • Strong commitment to continuous process improvement; • Ability to effectively train diverse staff on a wide variety of office policies, procedures, and best practices, and facilitate continuous learning and professional development; • Ability to prioritize work tasks and to work efficiently to fulfill priorities in a timely manner and effectively multi-task, and to train or mentor others in developing these same competencies; • Ability to maintain organized and accurate records; • Demonstrated ability to manage a budget and effectively engage fiscal and legal processes to secure the resources necessary to carry out the department mission; • Familiarity with government procurement requirements and Trial Court fiscal policies and procedures, is preferred; • Ability to consistently maintain a high level of professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, fairness, and discretion with sensitive matters; • Ability to use data to diagnose problems and drive enhancements and efficiencies in department operations and ability to analyze complex problems and to develop rational, logical and concrete solutions; • Demonstrated ability and comfort level with public speaking; • Ability to travel within the Commonwealth as necessary to trainings, conferences, meetings, and other events; and to maintain a flexible work schedule that will occasionally require early mornings and/or late evening work commitments; and • Ability to transport and lift materials, AV equipment, and other items necessary for program delivery Closing Date/Time: 2024-02-29
Nov 29, 2023
Full Time
Title: Deputy Director for Training Operations Pay Grade: Senior Management 2 Starting Pay: $115,943.04 - $171,381.87 Departmental Mission Statement: The mission of the Judicial Institute is to advance justice through the collaborative design and delivery of quality continuing professional education and training for court personnel and judges throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILE: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/executive-office-of-the-trial-court-judicial-institute Notes: This position is designated as management position and is covered by the Trial Court Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual Position Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Judicial Education, the Deputy Director for Training Operations (DDTO) leads the Training Operations Unit within the Judicial Institute. The DDTO is responsible for strategic planning and the development and execution of Training Operations Team goals and priorities. The DDTO oversees the procurement, implementation and use of all technology used within the department, including the system wide Learning Management System, eLearning design software, and recording and presentation technologies. The DDTO makes recommendations for best use of technology to achieve system goals and objectives. In addition to oversight of technology, the position has broad financial and procurement duties including managing department fiscal and procurement processes, such as competitive bidding, vendor selection process, RFP development and processing, and encumbrance and payment processes. The DDTO also plays an essential role in the oversight, delivery, and promotion of all commercially purchased online training content, as well as virtual training produced by external learning partners, such as the Trial Court’s EAP. The DDTO will also oversee the department’s role in delivering and compliance with mandatory training across the organization. The DDTO collaborates with the Deputy Director for Curriculum Development & Planning (DDCDP) to identify effective means for measuring service impact and outcomes and for continuously improving the development and delivery of a comprehensive curriculum of continuing professional education for the workforce. The DDTO will demonstrate and foster an appreciation for a diverse community culture where respect and appreciation of difference defines relationships and will actively promote flexibility and openness to learning and change in the workplace. The DDTO plays an essential role as a member of the JI’s leadership and learning team together with the DDCDP and the Director of Judicial Education. Supervision Received: The DDTO reports to the Director of Judicial Education and receives limited direction in performing duties that require a high degree of independent judgment and initiative. Duties: Supervises Training Operations Unit. Leads, supervises, and supports managers and staff within the Training Operations Unit, including the Learning Management System Administrator, Media Production Coordinator, Fiscal Operations Supervisor, Project Coordinator, Administrative Coordinator, and Administrative Assistant; Performance Management. Leads all performance management tasks related to the Training Operations Unit, including working with staff to develop annual action plans with specific goals and objectives, ensuring alignment with Trial Court goals and objectives; conducting regular checkpoint meetings; facilitating weekly staff meetings, mentoring; conducting annual performance evaluations; and taking other appropriate steps for the purpose of improving performance and addressing performance issues in a timely manner; Hiring and Promotion. Leads hiring, promotion, and reclassification efforts for all Training Operations Team positions; Technology: Procurement, Oversight, and Maintenance. Identifies technology needs across the department, manages procurement process, and oversees implementation, use, management, and maintenance of all department technology systems and software, including the Judicial Branch’s Learning Management System (LMS) which facilitates all court-wide online and virtual learning, in-person program registration, and court-wide communications and compliance with mandatory training; Fiscal Processes and Activity. Manages and oversees all department fiscal and procurement activities related to the development and delivery of professional development and training across the Judicial Branch, including competitive bidding solicitation and selection processes; RFP processes; contract preparation and execution; and encumbrance and payment processes; Department FY Budget. Working in coordination with JI fiscal staff, oversees and makes recommendations related to the fiscal year department budget process and communicates with internal and external parties about budget matters, limitations, and requirements, including end of fiscal year deadlines and required activities and expectations; and provides data and identifies operational and maintenance priorities for the formulation of JI budget proposals and expenditures; Administration of Trust Funds. Manages and administers the application review process and distribution of external funding provided through the John and Ethel Goldberg Trust; Strategic Planning. As part of court-wide strategic planning efforts, and in collaboration with JI leadership team, responsible for creation, implementation, and oversight of department and Trial Court-wide Strategic Planning tactics, goals and objectives, with particular attention to goals associated with training operations; responsible for related data creation and collection, reporting, and updating court leaders, as requested; Court-wide Compliance Efforts. Manages and oversees compliance work in the department regarding court-wide mandatory training requirements, including related communications and coordination with EOTC leadership, OCM Directors and Chiefs, departmental Chief Justices, and Deputy Court Administrators, as needed; Org Structure & Staffing. Recommends and implements an effective organizational structure, including establishment of appropriate reporting lines for JI staff, and works closely with department leadership to ensure that staffing levels are appropriate to ensure successful outcomes; and where there are gaps, recommends and implements solutions; Oversight of Online Content Advisory Group. Consults regularly with the online content vendor (currently Cornerstone OnDemand) and leads development and oversight of a multi-faceted action plan to drive employee engagement with online learning through the eLearning Center; oversees and supports the Online Curriculum Advisory Group (OCAG) to ensure that valuable new online learning content is made available to employees across the Judicial Branch and promoted effectively through regular and timely communications and strategies; Courtyard and media production. Oversees staff responsible for maintaining and updating the JI Courtyard (Intranet) presence; Digital Recording in the Courtroom Program. Oversees and supports the Judicial Institute’s professional development program for new judges that includes filming new judges presiding in courthouses across the Commonwealth during their 9th and 12th months of service on the bench; Collaboration with External Partners and Vendors. In addition to collaboration with OCM/EOTC partners and court departments across the organization, the DDTO works collaboratively with external stakeholders such as the State Ethics Commission, Mass4You EAP provider, Cornerstone onDemand, the National Association of State Judicial Educators, and the Association of Clerk-Magistrates and Assistant Clerk Magistrates to effectively develop and/or identify online training resources; Court-wide Committee Participation and Coordination. Leads, facilitates, and participates in a variety of Judicial Branch standing committees, working groups and other system-wide planning committees focused on training operations; and communicates and coordinates with other departments with training operations, such as Security and Probation, to achieve consistency of quality, messaging, policies, and procedures for the best outcomes for the organization; Develops Department Policy. Develops, implements, and continuously monitors compliance with department and Trial Court policies, procedures, and workflow processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and efficiency; Monitors National Trends. Monitors trends in other states’ Judicial Branch practices around continuing education and training, particularly as it relates to professional development initiatives that leverage new and emerging technologies for judicial branch professional education to ensure continuous improvement and best practices in the delivery of innovative continuing education in the Massachusetts Judicial Branch; Other duties. May be assigned other related duties by the Director and may function in place of the Director or other department leadership as circumstances warrant. Job Competencies: All applicants must be able, through the interview process, to demonstrate competency in the following key areas: Ethics and Values Communicates and demonstrates the ethical standards and values of the Judicial Institute and the Trial Court. Mission Understands, upholds, and communicates the mission of the Judicial Institute and the Trial Court. Applied Knowledge Produces high quality education and professional development tools and resources for a wide variety of staff and judges throughout the Trial Court on a wide array of topics. Problem Solving Accurately identifies and addresses continuing education needs throughout the judiciary through the development and delivery of quality professional development tools and resources. Continuous Learning Demonstrates a commitment to continuous self-improvement through professional development, study, creativity and goal-setting and performance measurement. Commitment to Diversity Promotes diversity through understanding and respect, using positive and effective communication with persons of varied racial, ethnic, economic, and cultural backgrounds. Customer Service Consistently demonstrates courtesy and professionalism in interacting with other Trial Court employees and the public. Collaboration Works with others cooperatively, and promotes teamwork, contributing to a work environment that focuses on shared Trial Court goals. Minimum Requirements: These are the minimum requirements necessary to apply for the position of Deputy Director for Training Operations: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources management, education, law or related field; and six (6) years of administrative work experience. Graduate degree preferred; Demonstrated ability to supervise staff, with three (3) years of work experience supervising staff is strongly preferred; Knowledge of the Massachusetts court system and experience with fiscal management, workforce development or training, and performance management is also preferred; Equivalent combinations of education, training and experience will be considered for meeting the minimum requirements. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Proficient in a wide array of Technology Systems. Possesses and maintains a high degree of knowledge and proficiency in emerging technologies in the area of continuing education design, development and delivery; and all relevant technologies used within the organization; • Strong interpersonal communication skills, including writing ability commensurate with senior/executive management team level and the ability to work professionally with diverse groups including personnel of all levels, including judges, and to maintain effective working relationships; • Highly skilled in leading, coaching, and working effectively and collaboratively with team members individually, and the team as a unit, developing positive and mission-driven collaboration and success among team members; • Proficient in the full suite of Microsoft Office technologies, Zoom and other Video Conferencing and webinar Technologies; familiarity and experience engaging with Learning Management System technology; Experienced and comfortable with using presentation, teaching, and delivery technologies; comfortable and familiar with eLearning design and development technology; • Strong relationship-building skills, ability to work well with others and provide support for team members’ professional goals and development; • Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and develop creative solutions for issues that require timely resolution; • Ability to work independently with a high degree of independent judgment, initiative, discretion, collegiality, integrity, and empathy; • Ability to think both strategically and creatively when developing and delivering large-scale curricula and training initiatives; • Ability to organize, manage and coordinate effective operations, and effectively supervise a cohesive team using industry best practices for personnel management; • Strong commitment to continuous process improvement; • Ability to effectively train diverse staff on a wide variety of office policies, procedures, and best practices, and facilitate continuous learning and professional development; • Ability to prioritize work tasks and to work efficiently to fulfill priorities in a timely manner and effectively multi-task, and to train or mentor others in developing these same competencies; • Ability to maintain organized and accurate records; • Demonstrated ability to manage a budget and effectively engage fiscal and legal processes to secure the resources necessary to carry out the department mission; • Familiarity with government procurement requirements and Trial Court fiscal policies and procedures, is preferred; • Ability to consistently maintain a high level of professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, fairness, and discretion with sensitive matters; • Ability to use data to diagnose problems and drive enhancements and efficiencies in department operations and ability to analyze complex problems and to develop rational, logical and concrete solutions; • Demonstrated ability and comfort level with public speaking; • Ability to travel within the Commonwealth as necessary to trainings, conferences, meetings, and other events; and to maintain a flexible work schedule that will occasionally require early mornings and/or late evening work commitments; and • Ability to transport and lift materials, AV equipment, and other items necessary for program delivery Closing Date/Time: 2024-02-29
ABOUT THE POSITION: The Deputy Director - Water Administration serves as a division manager and directs, plans, manages, reviews, administers and supervises the budgetary and financial operations, billing operations, customer service, and legislative analysis areas of the Water Department. The Deputy Director – Water Administration manages multiple projects, billing related softwares, and provides presentations to policy makers and members of the public. Managing a team of twenty-seven, the Deputy Director – Water Administration provides supervision, coaching and mentoring, as well as exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers. THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:
Has big picture perspective of finance and budget issues Citywide as it relates to the Department's goals and initiatives
Is able to draw from previous management and administrative experience to analyze administrative and management problems, systems and budgets, draw logical conclusions, recommend and implement policy and procedural changes
Has knowledge and understanding of enterprise funding, water and/or sewer rate setting process, demand fee analysis, and financing methodologies and implementation
Can present and explain complex financial data and concepts to a variety of audiences
Is able to make strategic recommendations to the Director, Board of Public Utilities and the City Council on budget and financial matters that will protect and ensure the financial stability of the various enterprise funds
Understands the laws, rules and regulations relating to financial management of utility enterprise funds
Significant years' experience overseeing a division who's primary responsibilities include triaging and resolving billing issues involving utility customers
HOW TO APPLY: Please complete a thoughtful, thorough Supplemental Questionnaire submission. As part of the selection process, your responses to these questions will be scored using criteria specific to this position. Incomplete responses, or responses such as "See Resume" can result in disqualification from the selection process. For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Angela Dick at adick@srcity.org . Examples of Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duties: The following duties are considered essential for this job classification.
Assist in the development and implementation of Water Department goals, objectives and performance measures; develop, implement and monitor long-term plans; and recommend and administer policies and procedures for assigned programs;
Manage and participate in cost of service and rate analyses for potable and recycled water and wastewater; make recommendations and presentations to the Board of Public Utilities and City Council;
Assume management responsibility for assigned services and activities of the Water Department;
Coordinate administrative and public relations activities within the department and with other City departments and outside agencies;
Negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues;
Coordinate the development, preparation and administration of the annual budget for the Water Department, including department-specific enterprise funds such as water and wastewater; manage budgetary control systems; calculate cost distribution and provides financial forecasting and planning;
Track the adopted budget and prepare periodic budget reviews for submission to the divisions, Director, the City Finance Department and City Manager's Office, the Board of Public Utilities and the City Council;
Oversee and review major financial transactions and monitor expenditures of Water Department funds;
Participate in the development, administration, and oversight of division budgets;
Manage the Water Billing division which is responsible for billing and collecting revenue, managing and providing customer service to all water and sewer accounts;
Manage the software agreements related to Water billing, automated meter reading, and revenue collection;
Monitor effectiveness and efficiency of the various software platforms and manage the resolution of issues;
Coordinate or assist in coordinating interactions with City administrative functions; Provide support and assistance in the development of general procedures for the administration and management of activities associated with the collection, treatment, and distribution of water and wastewater;
Accomplish special projects as assigned by the Water Director;
Select, train, motivate, supervise and evaluate assigned staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees on performance issues; respond to staff questions and concerns; and make discipline recommendations to the Director;
Oversee Water's use of various funding sources such as revenue bonds, State Revolving Loans, WRDA appropriations, grants, and other state or federal funding avenues; coordinate Water’s participation in and preparation for water or wastewater revenue bonds; and other financing for Capital Projects;
Assist in the preparation of agenda items for the Board of Public Utilities and the City Council;
Provide assistance to the Water division managers on administrative, management, policy and financial matters;
Monitor changes in laws, regulations, and technology pertaining to water and wastewater utilities administration and City or departmental operations; implement policy and procedural changes as required;
Oversee Water’s legislative work related to programs, policies, procedures, and operations as well as participation in State, Federal and Water related Association meetings and committees.
Provide support to staff that assist, review and coordinate Water’s agreements with the City Attorney’s Office;
Provide staff support for the Board of Public Utilities Budget Subcommittee, the Board of Public Utilities, and the Subregional Technical Advisory Committee;
Review and update administrative procedures for department programs; monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods, and identify opportunities for improvement and direct the implementation of changes.
Additional Duties : In addition to the duties listed in the Essential Duties section, the incumbent in this classification may perform the following duties. This classification may not be assigned all duties listed, nor do the examples cover all duties which may be assigned:
Serve as Board of Public Utilities representative on the Investment Management Committee;
Provide support and assistance in the review and update of operating procedures for all department programs which involve the operation of water delivery, water conservation, water quality, wastewater collection, wastewater treatment, water and wastewater maintenance, industrial waste/pretreatment, wastewater reuse and disposal, water billing, administration, management, and finance;
May serve as staff liaison between the Water Department and the member agencies of the subregional wastewater treatment and reuse system;
Review and approve all Technical Advisory Committee minutes for content and accuracy;
Make or coordinate public relations presentations to local organizations, service clubs, and media about the department's mission and the rate setting process;
May serve as Acting Water Director in the absence of the Director, and perform related duties as assigned.
* To view the complete Deputy Director - Water Administration job description, please click HERE
Nov 22, 2023
Full Time
ABOUT THE POSITION: The Deputy Director - Water Administration serves as a division manager and directs, plans, manages, reviews, administers and supervises the budgetary and financial operations, billing operations, customer service, and legislative analysis areas of the Water Department. The Deputy Director – Water Administration manages multiple projects, billing related softwares, and provides presentations to policy makers and members of the public. Managing a team of twenty-seven, the Deputy Director – Water Administration provides supervision, coaching and mentoring, as well as exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers. THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:
Has big picture perspective of finance and budget issues Citywide as it relates to the Department's goals and initiatives
Is able to draw from previous management and administrative experience to analyze administrative and management problems, systems and budgets, draw logical conclusions, recommend and implement policy and procedural changes
Has knowledge and understanding of enterprise funding, water and/or sewer rate setting process, demand fee analysis, and financing methodologies and implementation
Can present and explain complex financial data and concepts to a variety of audiences
Is able to make strategic recommendations to the Director, Board of Public Utilities and the City Council on budget and financial matters that will protect and ensure the financial stability of the various enterprise funds
Understands the laws, rules and regulations relating to financial management of utility enterprise funds
Significant years' experience overseeing a division who's primary responsibilities include triaging and resolving billing issues involving utility customers
HOW TO APPLY: Please complete a thoughtful, thorough Supplemental Questionnaire submission. As part of the selection process, your responses to these questions will be scored using criteria specific to this position. Incomplete responses, or responses such as "See Resume" can result in disqualification from the selection process. For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Angela Dick at adick@srcity.org . Examples of Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duties: The following duties are considered essential for this job classification.
Assist in the development and implementation of Water Department goals, objectives and performance measures; develop, implement and monitor long-term plans; and recommend and administer policies and procedures for assigned programs;
Manage and participate in cost of service and rate analyses for potable and recycled water and wastewater; make recommendations and presentations to the Board of Public Utilities and City Council;
Assume management responsibility for assigned services and activities of the Water Department;
Coordinate administrative and public relations activities within the department and with other City departments and outside agencies;
Negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues;
Coordinate the development, preparation and administration of the annual budget for the Water Department, including department-specific enterprise funds such as water and wastewater; manage budgetary control systems; calculate cost distribution and provides financial forecasting and planning;
Track the adopted budget and prepare periodic budget reviews for submission to the divisions, Director, the City Finance Department and City Manager's Office, the Board of Public Utilities and the City Council;
Oversee and review major financial transactions and monitor expenditures of Water Department funds;
Participate in the development, administration, and oversight of division budgets;
Manage the Water Billing division which is responsible for billing and collecting revenue, managing and providing customer service to all water and sewer accounts;
Manage the software agreements related to Water billing, automated meter reading, and revenue collection;
Monitor effectiveness and efficiency of the various software platforms and manage the resolution of issues;
Coordinate or assist in coordinating interactions with City administrative functions; Provide support and assistance in the development of general procedures for the administration and management of activities associated with the collection, treatment, and distribution of water and wastewater;
Accomplish special projects as assigned by the Water Director;
Select, train, motivate, supervise and evaluate assigned staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees on performance issues; respond to staff questions and concerns; and make discipline recommendations to the Director;
Oversee Water's use of various funding sources such as revenue bonds, State Revolving Loans, WRDA appropriations, grants, and other state or federal funding avenues; coordinate Water’s participation in and preparation for water or wastewater revenue bonds; and other financing for Capital Projects;
Assist in the preparation of agenda items for the Board of Public Utilities and the City Council;
Provide assistance to the Water division managers on administrative, management, policy and financial matters;
Monitor changes in laws, regulations, and technology pertaining to water and wastewater utilities administration and City or departmental operations; implement policy and procedural changes as required;
Oversee Water’s legislative work related to programs, policies, procedures, and operations as well as participation in State, Federal and Water related Association meetings and committees.
Provide support to staff that assist, review and coordinate Water’s agreements with the City Attorney’s Office;
Provide staff support for the Board of Public Utilities Budget Subcommittee, the Board of Public Utilities, and the Subregional Technical Advisory Committee;
Review and update administrative procedures for department programs; monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods, and identify opportunities for improvement and direct the implementation of changes.
Additional Duties : In addition to the duties listed in the Essential Duties section, the incumbent in this classification may perform the following duties. This classification may not be assigned all duties listed, nor do the examples cover all duties which may be assigned:
Serve as Board of Public Utilities representative on the Investment Management Committee;
Provide support and assistance in the review and update of operating procedures for all department programs which involve the operation of water delivery, water conservation, water quality, wastewater collection, wastewater treatment, water and wastewater maintenance, industrial waste/pretreatment, wastewater reuse and disposal, water billing, administration, management, and finance;
May serve as staff liaison between the Water Department and the member agencies of the subregional wastewater treatment and reuse system;
Review and approve all Technical Advisory Committee minutes for content and accuracy;
Make or coordinate public relations presentations to local organizations, service clubs, and media about the department's mission and the rate setting process;
May serve as Acting Water Director in the absence of the Director, and perform related duties as assigned.
* To view the complete Deputy Director - Water Administration job description, please click HERE
MASSACHUSETTS TRIAL COURT
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Title: Deputy Director for Curriculum Development & Planning Pay Grade: Senior Management 2 Starting Pay: $115,943.04 - $171,381.87 Departmental Mission Statement: The mission of the Judicial Institute is to advance justice through the collaborative design and delivery of quality continuing professional education and training for court personnel and judges throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILE: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/executive-office-of-the-trial-court-judicial-institute Notes: This position is designated as management position and is covered by the Trial Court Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual Position Summary: Working within the Judicial Institute (JI) of the Executive Office of the Trial Court (EOTC), under the direction of the Director of Judicial Education, the Deputy Director for Curriculum Development & Planning (Deputy Director) is responsible for the design, development, oversight, and implementation of a court-wide continuing professional education and training curriculum, special projects, and court-wide education and strategic initiatives, both mandatory and elective, for the benefit and professional development of judges and employees in a wide range of roles and positions working within the Judicial Branch of the Commonwealth. The Deputy Director works with internal partners across the organization and external partners and vendors outside the organization to develop training and professional development opportunities on a broad range of topics. The Deputy Director will focus efforts initially on the development, design, and resourcing of a phased-in comprehensive court management curriculum that meets the learning and professional development needs of a range of staff, beginning with aspiring supervisors, and across the management spectrum, to executive management/leadership. The Deputy Director is responsible for ensuring that all curriculum development and planning across the department advances the short and long-term priorities, strategic goals, objectives, and mission of the Trial Court, and will collaborate and coordinate with other units in the organization responsible for training. The Deputy Director is responsible for supervision, performance management, direction, and oversight of the Curriculum Development & Planning Team/Unit within the Judicial Institute. Supervision Received: The Deputy Director reports to the Director of Judicial Education and receives limited direction in performing duties that require a high degree of independent judgment and initiative. Duties: Leads, manages, supervises, and supports members within the department’s Curriculum Development & Planning Unit, comprised of managers whose primary responsibilities are to create, design, develop, and deliver both mandatory and elective continuing professional education programs and develop educational resources and publications for personnel working in a diversity of roles and positions across the Judicial Branch; Develops a Trial Court core curriculum including the design, development and implementation of a comprehensive framework and sustainable structure that addresses the priority education and training needs of the workforce, including new employees and new judges; Prioritizes the development and implementation of a phased-in comprehensive training curriculum for aspiring supervisors, supervisors, and managers; Develops standards and applicable criteria for determining number of learning credits to be extended upon successful completion of both internal and external programs, with the exception of credits earned for completion of commercially purchased online content; Partners with both internal and external stakeholders, addressing a wide variety of topics and participates in the process of determining policy matters related to training and education in the Judicial Branch; Develops and expands on training curriculum that is not limited to but includes race and bias, discrimination, language access, cybersecurity, information classification & compensation, MassCourts, domestic violence, sexual assault, delivered both online and via in-person conferences and programs; Creates and delivers systemwide communications in coordination with the EOTC related to mandatory training requirements and expectations; Develops detailed project proposals and implementation plans, builds consensus for, and gains necessary approvals to move forward with strategic education programs, projects, and initiatives; Collaborates with the Deputy Director for Training Operations to ensure that the Curriculum Development Team complies with fiscal processes, protocols, and procedures to procure program-related goods and services; Develops, monitors, and works within project/program budgets together with other JI staff and other parties or departments with whom the JI is working; Drafts and gains approval for annual fiscal year Departmental Conference Funding Formula to determine departmental conference budgets, and related terms, included in the annual Executive Office Memorandum to Chief Justices and Deputy Court Administrators re conference funding; Working together with the Director of Judicial Education, recommends changes to department organizational structure and positions to best support development, design, delivery, and oversight of a court-wide core curriculum across all modalities, including in-person, virtual, on-demand, and blended learning; Leads, supports, facilitates, and participates in a wide variety of standing/steering committees, advisory committees, court-wide committee meetings, and other working units involved in the development of continuing professional education and training opportunities; Monitors national trends and trends within the Judicial Branch of other States relative to their continuing professional development, education, and training curricula and practices; and participates in continuing education programs offered by the National Association of State Judicial Educators and other professional organizations to remain current in the industry, continually assessing the impact of changes in law, practice, procedure, policies and protocols on the training and education needs of Judicial Branch personnel; Oversees and provides support and counsel to the Co-Administrators of the J2J Program, the judicial peer mentor/coaching Program for judges throughout the Trial Court; Assigns individual professional development and training projects and work to Curriculum Development Team members best suited to deliver optimum results, and ensures adequate program coverage at all events; Oversees, evaluates, and maximizes both quality and quantity of curriculum development and innovative program design throughout the JI; and supports, assists, and oversees curriculum development efforts and planning by the Curriculum Development Team members to ensure consistency and quality of work; Leads JI performance management tasks for the Curriculum Development Team, including working with Team members to develop annual fiscal year action plans with specific goals and objectives; Coaches Team members, and conducts all performance management activities, including annual performance evaluations, regular checkpoint meetings, progressive discipline and other appropriate actions for the purpose of improving performance and addressing performance issues; Leads the hiring, promotion and reclassification efforts for all Curriculum Development & Planning Team positions in close coordination and communication with HR, including completion of all required forms, data input into PageUp, selecting candidates for interviews, establishing interview panels, interviewing candidates, candidate selection and completion of hiring process; May be assigned other related duties by the Director as required. Job Competencies: All applicants must be able, through the interview process, to demonstrate competency in the following key areas : Ethics and Values : Communicates and demonstrates the ethical standards and values of the Judicial Institute and the Trial Court. Mission: Understands, upholds, and communicates the mission of the Judicial Institute and the Trial Court. Applied Knowledge : Produces high quality education and professional development tools and resources for a wide variety of staff and judges throughout the Trial Court on a wide array of topics . Problem Solving: Accurately identifies and addresses continuing education needs throughout the judiciary through the development and delivery of quality professional development tools and resources. Continuous Learning : Demonstrates a commitment to continuous self-improvement through professional development, study, creativity and goal-setting and performance measurement. Commitment to Diversity: Promotes diversity through understanding and respect, using positive and effective communication with persons of varied racial, ethnic, economic, and cultural backgrounds. Customer Service: Consistently demonstrates courtesy and professionalism in interacting with other Trial Court employees and the public. Collaboration: Works with others cooperatively, and promotes teamwork, contributing to a work environment that focuses on shared Trial Court goals. Minimum Requirements: These are the minimum requirements necessary for the position of Deputy Director for Curriculum Development & Planning : A Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of relevant work experience across multiple facets of the design, development, and delivery of innovative education and training curricula, preferably including workforce professional development and continuing education and training; Experience should include project management, including leading teams from the initial project concept to completion; A graduate degree (E.g. Masters or J.D) preferred. Three (3) years of experience supervising staff is strongly preferred; knowledge of the Massachusetts court system also preferred; Equivalent combinations of education, training and experience will be considered for meeting the minimum requirements. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Strong interpersonal communication skills, including writing and public speaking ability commensurate with senior and executive management team level and the ability to work professionally with persons at all levels, including Chief Justices, judges, and clerk-magistrates, and to maintain effective working relationships; • Demonstrated ability to supervise staff, and to consistently apply organization and department policies and procedures; • Highly skilled in leading, coaching, and working effectively and collaboratively with team members individually, and the team as a unit, developing positive and mission-driven collaboration and success among team members; • Proficiency using the full suite of Microsoft Office technologies, Zoom and other Video Conferencing and webinar Technologies; familiarity and experience engaging with Learning Management System technology; Experienced and comfortable with using presentation, teaching, and delivery technologies; comfortable and familiar with eLearning design and development technology; • Strong analytical and practical problem-solving skills to address complex problems of a non-routine nature bringing together the people and resources needed to address issues or obstacles that prevent progress toward goals; • Strong relationship-building skills, ability to work well with others and provide support for team members’ professional goals and development; • Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and develop creative solutions for issues that require timely resolution; • Ability to work independently with a high degree of independent judgment, initiative, discretion, collegiality, integrity, and empathy; • Strong time-management and project management skills and ability to set and reach goals and deadlines; • Ability to think both strategically and creatively when identifying, developing, and planning large-scale curricula and training initiatives, with a goal of creating a system-wide court core curriculum that aligns with strategic education goals and objectives; • Experience in the field of adult education curriculum development, workforce development/training, curriculum design, development, and delivery; • Ability to effectively present at training seminars and public speaking engagements; and to lead working groups, standing committees and other education planning committees; • Ability to travel within the Commonwealth as necessary to trainings, conferences, meetings, and other events; and to maintain a flexible work schedule that could routinely and will require early mornings and/or late evening work commitments; and • Ability to lift materials, AV equipment, and other items necessary to program delivery. Closing Date/Time: 2024-02-29
Nov 29, 2023
Full Time
Title: Deputy Director for Curriculum Development & Planning Pay Grade: Senior Management 2 Starting Pay: $115,943.04 - $171,381.87 Departmental Mission Statement: The mission of the Judicial Institute is to advance justice through the collaborative design and delivery of quality continuing professional education and training for court personnel and judges throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILE: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/executive-office-of-the-trial-court-judicial-institute Notes: This position is designated as management position and is covered by the Trial Court Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual Position Summary: Working within the Judicial Institute (JI) of the Executive Office of the Trial Court (EOTC), under the direction of the Director of Judicial Education, the Deputy Director for Curriculum Development & Planning (Deputy Director) is responsible for the design, development, oversight, and implementation of a court-wide continuing professional education and training curriculum, special projects, and court-wide education and strategic initiatives, both mandatory and elective, for the benefit and professional development of judges and employees in a wide range of roles and positions working within the Judicial Branch of the Commonwealth. The Deputy Director works with internal partners across the organization and external partners and vendors outside the organization to develop training and professional development opportunities on a broad range of topics. The Deputy Director will focus efforts initially on the development, design, and resourcing of a phased-in comprehensive court management curriculum that meets the learning and professional development needs of a range of staff, beginning with aspiring supervisors, and across the management spectrum, to executive management/leadership. The Deputy Director is responsible for ensuring that all curriculum development and planning across the department advances the short and long-term priorities, strategic goals, objectives, and mission of the Trial Court, and will collaborate and coordinate with other units in the organization responsible for training. The Deputy Director is responsible for supervision, performance management, direction, and oversight of the Curriculum Development & Planning Team/Unit within the Judicial Institute. Supervision Received: The Deputy Director reports to the Director of Judicial Education and receives limited direction in performing duties that require a high degree of independent judgment and initiative. Duties: Leads, manages, supervises, and supports members within the department’s Curriculum Development & Planning Unit, comprised of managers whose primary responsibilities are to create, design, develop, and deliver both mandatory and elective continuing professional education programs and develop educational resources and publications for personnel working in a diversity of roles and positions across the Judicial Branch; Develops a Trial Court core curriculum including the design, development and implementation of a comprehensive framework and sustainable structure that addresses the priority education and training needs of the workforce, including new employees and new judges; Prioritizes the development and implementation of a phased-in comprehensive training curriculum for aspiring supervisors, supervisors, and managers; Develops standards and applicable criteria for determining number of learning credits to be extended upon successful completion of both internal and external programs, with the exception of credits earned for completion of commercially purchased online content; Partners with both internal and external stakeholders, addressing a wide variety of topics and participates in the process of determining policy matters related to training and education in the Judicial Branch; Develops and expands on training curriculum that is not limited to but includes race and bias, discrimination, language access, cybersecurity, information classification & compensation, MassCourts, domestic violence, sexual assault, delivered both online and via in-person conferences and programs; Creates and delivers systemwide communications in coordination with the EOTC related to mandatory training requirements and expectations; Develops detailed project proposals and implementation plans, builds consensus for, and gains necessary approvals to move forward with strategic education programs, projects, and initiatives; Collaborates with the Deputy Director for Training Operations to ensure that the Curriculum Development Team complies with fiscal processes, protocols, and procedures to procure program-related goods and services; Develops, monitors, and works within project/program budgets together with other JI staff and other parties or departments with whom the JI is working; Drafts and gains approval for annual fiscal year Departmental Conference Funding Formula to determine departmental conference budgets, and related terms, included in the annual Executive Office Memorandum to Chief Justices and Deputy Court Administrators re conference funding; Working together with the Director of Judicial Education, recommends changes to department organizational structure and positions to best support development, design, delivery, and oversight of a court-wide core curriculum across all modalities, including in-person, virtual, on-demand, and blended learning; Leads, supports, facilitates, and participates in a wide variety of standing/steering committees, advisory committees, court-wide committee meetings, and other working units involved in the development of continuing professional education and training opportunities; Monitors national trends and trends within the Judicial Branch of other States relative to their continuing professional development, education, and training curricula and practices; and participates in continuing education programs offered by the National Association of State Judicial Educators and other professional organizations to remain current in the industry, continually assessing the impact of changes in law, practice, procedure, policies and protocols on the training and education needs of Judicial Branch personnel; Oversees and provides support and counsel to the Co-Administrators of the J2J Program, the judicial peer mentor/coaching Program for judges throughout the Trial Court; Assigns individual professional development and training projects and work to Curriculum Development Team members best suited to deliver optimum results, and ensures adequate program coverage at all events; Oversees, evaluates, and maximizes both quality and quantity of curriculum development and innovative program design throughout the JI; and supports, assists, and oversees curriculum development efforts and planning by the Curriculum Development Team members to ensure consistency and quality of work; Leads JI performance management tasks for the Curriculum Development Team, including working with Team members to develop annual fiscal year action plans with specific goals and objectives; Coaches Team members, and conducts all performance management activities, including annual performance evaluations, regular checkpoint meetings, progressive discipline and other appropriate actions for the purpose of improving performance and addressing performance issues; Leads the hiring, promotion and reclassification efforts for all Curriculum Development & Planning Team positions in close coordination and communication with HR, including completion of all required forms, data input into PageUp, selecting candidates for interviews, establishing interview panels, interviewing candidates, candidate selection and completion of hiring process; May be assigned other related duties by the Director as required. Job Competencies: All applicants must be able, through the interview process, to demonstrate competency in the following key areas : Ethics and Values : Communicates and demonstrates the ethical standards and values of the Judicial Institute and the Trial Court. Mission: Understands, upholds, and communicates the mission of the Judicial Institute and the Trial Court. Applied Knowledge : Produces high quality education and professional development tools and resources for a wide variety of staff and judges throughout the Trial Court on a wide array of topics . Problem Solving: Accurately identifies and addresses continuing education needs throughout the judiciary through the development and delivery of quality professional development tools and resources. Continuous Learning : Demonstrates a commitment to continuous self-improvement through professional development, study, creativity and goal-setting and performance measurement. Commitment to Diversity: Promotes diversity through understanding and respect, using positive and effective communication with persons of varied racial, ethnic, economic, and cultural backgrounds. Customer Service: Consistently demonstrates courtesy and professionalism in interacting with other Trial Court employees and the public. Collaboration: Works with others cooperatively, and promotes teamwork, contributing to a work environment that focuses on shared Trial Court goals. Minimum Requirements: These are the minimum requirements necessary for the position of Deputy Director for Curriculum Development & Planning : A Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of relevant work experience across multiple facets of the design, development, and delivery of innovative education and training curricula, preferably including workforce professional development and continuing education and training; Experience should include project management, including leading teams from the initial project concept to completion; A graduate degree (E.g. Masters or J.D) preferred. Three (3) years of experience supervising staff is strongly preferred; knowledge of the Massachusetts court system also preferred; Equivalent combinations of education, training and experience will be considered for meeting the minimum requirements. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Strong interpersonal communication skills, including writing and public speaking ability commensurate with senior and executive management team level and the ability to work professionally with persons at all levels, including Chief Justices, judges, and clerk-magistrates, and to maintain effective working relationships; • Demonstrated ability to supervise staff, and to consistently apply organization and department policies and procedures; • Highly skilled in leading, coaching, and working effectively and collaboratively with team members individually, and the team as a unit, developing positive and mission-driven collaboration and success among team members; • Proficiency using the full suite of Microsoft Office technologies, Zoom and other Video Conferencing and webinar Technologies; familiarity and experience engaging with Learning Management System technology; Experienced and comfortable with using presentation, teaching, and delivery technologies; comfortable and familiar with eLearning design and development technology; • Strong analytical and practical problem-solving skills to address complex problems of a non-routine nature bringing together the people and resources needed to address issues or obstacles that prevent progress toward goals; • Strong relationship-building skills, ability to work well with others and provide support for team members’ professional goals and development; • Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and develop creative solutions for issues that require timely resolution; • Ability to work independently with a high degree of independent judgment, initiative, discretion, collegiality, integrity, and empathy; • Strong time-management and project management skills and ability to set and reach goals and deadlines; • Ability to think both strategically and creatively when identifying, developing, and planning large-scale curricula and training initiatives, with a goal of creating a system-wide court core curriculum that aligns with strategic education goals and objectives; • Experience in the field of adult education curriculum development, workforce development/training, curriculum design, development, and delivery; • Ability to effectively present at training seminars and public speaking engagements; and to lead working groups, standing committees and other education planning committees; • Ability to travel within the Commonwealth as necessary to trainings, conferences, meetings, and other events; and to maintain a flexible work schedule that could routinely and will require early mornings and/or late evening work commitments; and • Ability to lift materials, AV equipment, and other items necessary to program delivery. Closing Date/Time: 2024-02-29
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER C3322S-R TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity FILING PERIOD We will begin receiving applications on Monday, August 28, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. (PT). Filing will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION Management Appraisal and Performance Plan (MAPP): This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal and Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with MAPP guidelines and regulations. BENEFITS INFORMATION The County of Los Angeles offers an excellent benefits package which includes a Cafeteria Benefit Plan, Contributory Defined Benefit Retirement Plan, matched 401(k) Savings and Deferred Compensation & Thrift Plans, 13 paid holidays, 10 paid leave days and an option to buy one to 20 more, and flexible work schedules. ____________________________________________________________________________ With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 38 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment , public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities, and many more. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: We are looking for a leader and a team player to assist in the administration of the Department of Public Works and has particular responsibility for the activities of an assigned group of divisions. The ideal candidate will exercise a thorough knowledge of the principles of engineering, organization, administration, and personnel management and the interrelationship of the department's activities with those of other County departments and local, state, and federal agencies. Essential Job Functions WHAT THE DEPUTY DIRECTOR WOULD DO: Assist in the direction, management, and administration of all phases of the operation of the Department of Public Works. Formulate branch plans, policies, standards, and procedures. Direct the activities of the branch, usually comprised of three or more divisions, including assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of the branch. Direct special studies, investigations, and reports concerning departmental and branch activities. Coordinate work among the divisions within the assigned branch, and assists in the coordination of work among the branches in the department and with other County departments. Assist in the preparation and administration of the departmental budget, prepare and administer the branch budget, and serve as a fund manager for the department as needed. Assist in the coordination of departmental programs with those of the Federal, state and local agencies. Represent the department, as needed, at public meetings, conferences, and committee meetings. Act for the Assistant Director in his/her absence as needed. Oversee the preparation of correspondence and reports which require the special attention and signature of the Assistant Director, Chief Deputy Director, or the Director of Public Works. Requirements REQUIREMENTS: Option 1: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university * with specialization in engineering or architecture -AND- one (1) year of experience at the level of County of Los Angeles class of Assistant Deputy Director, Public Works** or higher. Option 2: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university* with specialization in engineering or architecture -AND - five (5) years of experience managing a staff of 25 or more, responsible for performing highly complex**** work in the field of civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, architecture, or project management. One (1) year of the aforementioned experience must have included the performance of highly complex**** budget, administration, external affairs, and long-range planning duties. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: A valid California State Certificate of Registration as an Architect , Civil Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, or Electrical Engineer ***** -AND- 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 EXPECTATIONS: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring 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. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * In order to receive credit for a bachelor’s degree , you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. Note: Foreign studies must be evaluated by an academic credential evaluation agency and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. (See Accreditation Information under Employment Information). ** Experience at the level of an Assistant Deputy Director, Public Works is defined as directing the activities of a large *** engineering, engineering support, or project management division in the Department of Public Works. *** A large division is defined as one consisting of two (2) or more sections. **** Highly complex work refers to tasks, projects, or activities that involve intricate and multifaceted elements, often requiring advanced skills, in-depth knowledge, and sophisticated problem-solving abilities to navigate and accomplish effectively. Such work typically demands a deep understanding of various interconnected components, intricate relationships, and intricate processes. ***** In order to receive credit, you must provide a valid copy of the California State Certificate of Registration as an Architect, Civil Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, or Electrical Engineer at the time of application submission or within seven (7) calendar days. A printout from the State of California Consumer Affairs website will also be accepted. ENDORSEMENT OF COUNTY QUALIFICATIONS: County employees who wish to meet the experience requirements using out-of-class experience must provide official documentation such as additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus, or reclassification study from CEO Classification with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position deemed to be at equivalent level. Out-of-class duties should be accurately described in the application work history, and questionable experience will be verified through the departmental HR Manager when necessary. WITHHOLD INFORMATION: No withholds will be allowed for this examination. Required education, certification and experience must be fully met and indicated on the application at the time of filing. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : The exam consists of two (2) parts weighted 100%: PART I: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s) measuring Leading and Supervising, Deciding and Initiating Action, Adhering to Principles, Delivering Results, Relating and Networking, Achieving Work Goals, Entrepreneurial Thinking, Persuading and Influencing, Adapting and Responding to Change, Coping with Pressure and Setbacks, and Formulating Strategies and Concepts. These assessments fall under Civil Service Rule 7.19 , which means you are not able to review the questions or your responses once you have completed the assessment. PART II: A Training and Experience evaluation assessing competencies gained in the following areas: Experience directing the organization/function operations of a public works organization or any other comparable public/private/non-profit agency; Experience overseeing the annual budget; Experience representing a public works organization or any other comparable public/private/non-profit agency at public meetings, conferences, and committee meetings; and Experience implementing a program, major project, or organization initiative. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AND ACHIEVE A COMBINED PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON PARTS I AND II OF THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. NOTE: All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Please add the following to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail: JHines@hr.lacounty.gov info@governmentjobs.com talentcentral@shl.com donot-reply@amcatmail.com Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component. TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS: Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred. TEST PREPARATION: Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. 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. Additional online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests / . ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the register of eligible candidates accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Public Works. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any SPECIAL INFORMATION: TESTING ACCOMMODATION: If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORM ATION: Applications must be filed online only. We will begin receiving applications on Monday, August 28, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) . All application must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. (PT) deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the r equirements as listed on this job posting. 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: Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment . Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you 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. 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's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Laptops and Wi-Fi hotspots from some public libraries throughout Los Angeles County may be available for check out. Department Contact Name: Jasmine Hines Department Contact Phone: (213) 738-2008 Department Contact Email: JHines@hr.lacounty.gov Testing Accommodations Coordinator Email: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
Aug 24, 2023
Full Time
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER C3322S-R TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity FILING PERIOD We will begin receiving applications on Monday, August 28, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. (PT). Filing will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION Management Appraisal and Performance Plan (MAPP): This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal and Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with MAPP guidelines and regulations. BENEFITS INFORMATION The County of Los Angeles offers an excellent benefits package which includes a Cafeteria Benefit Plan, Contributory Defined Benefit Retirement Plan, matched 401(k) Savings and Deferred Compensation & Thrift Plans, 13 paid holidays, 10 paid leave days and an option to buy one to 20 more, and flexible work schedules. ____________________________________________________________________________ With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 38 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment , public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities, and many more. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: We are looking for a leader and a team player to assist in the administration of the Department of Public Works and has particular responsibility for the activities of an assigned group of divisions. The ideal candidate will exercise a thorough knowledge of the principles of engineering, organization, administration, and personnel management and the interrelationship of the department's activities with those of other County departments and local, state, and federal agencies. Essential Job Functions WHAT THE DEPUTY DIRECTOR WOULD DO: Assist in the direction, management, and administration of all phases of the operation of the Department of Public Works. Formulate branch plans, policies, standards, and procedures. Direct the activities of the branch, usually comprised of three or more divisions, including assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of the branch. Direct special studies, investigations, and reports concerning departmental and branch activities. Coordinate work among the divisions within the assigned branch, and assists in the coordination of work among the branches in the department and with other County departments. Assist in the preparation and administration of the departmental budget, prepare and administer the branch budget, and serve as a fund manager for the department as needed. Assist in the coordination of departmental programs with those of the Federal, state and local agencies. Represent the department, as needed, at public meetings, conferences, and committee meetings. Act for the Assistant Director in his/her absence as needed. Oversee the preparation of correspondence and reports which require the special attention and signature of the Assistant Director, Chief Deputy Director, or the Director of Public Works. Requirements REQUIREMENTS: Option 1: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university * with specialization in engineering or architecture -AND- one (1) year of experience at the level of County of Los Angeles class of Assistant Deputy Director, Public Works** or higher. Option 2: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university* with specialization in engineering or architecture -AND - five (5) years of experience managing a staff of 25 or more, responsible for performing highly complex**** work in the field of civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, architecture, or project management. One (1) year of the aforementioned experience must have included the performance of highly complex**** budget, administration, external affairs, and long-range planning duties. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: A valid California State Certificate of Registration as an Architect , Civil Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, or Electrical Engineer ***** -AND- 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 EXPECTATIONS: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring 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. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * In order to receive credit for a bachelor’s degree , you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. Note: Foreign studies must be evaluated by an academic credential evaluation agency and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. (See Accreditation Information under Employment Information). ** Experience at the level of an Assistant Deputy Director, Public Works is defined as directing the activities of a large *** engineering, engineering support, or project management division in the Department of Public Works. *** A large division is defined as one consisting of two (2) or more sections. **** Highly complex work refers to tasks, projects, or activities that involve intricate and multifaceted elements, often requiring advanced skills, in-depth knowledge, and sophisticated problem-solving abilities to navigate and accomplish effectively. Such work typically demands a deep understanding of various interconnected components, intricate relationships, and intricate processes. ***** In order to receive credit, you must provide a valid copy of the California State Certificate of Registration as an Architect, Civil Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, or Electrical Engineer at the time of application submission or within seven (7) calendar days. A printout from the State of California Consumer Affairs website will also be accepted. ENDORSEMENT OF COUNTY QUALIFICATIONS: County employees who wish to meet the experience requirements using out-of-class experience must provide official documentation such as additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus, or reclassification study from CEO Classification with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position deemed to be at equivalent level. Out-of-class duties should be accurately described in the application work history, and questionable experience will be verified through the departmental HR Manager when necessary. WITHHOLD INFORMATION: No withholds will be allowed for this examination. Required education, certification and experience must be fully met and indicated on the application at the time of filing. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : The exam consists of two (2) parts weighted 100%: PART I: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s) measuring Leading and Supervising, Deciding and Initiating Action, Adhering to Principles, Delivering Results, Relating and Networking, Achieving Work Goals, Entrepreneurial Thinking, Persuading and Influencing, Adapting and Responding to Change, Coping with Pressure and Setbacks, and Formulating Strategies and Concepts. These assessments fall under Civil Service Rule 7.19 , which means you are not able to review the questions or your responses once you have completed the assessment. PART II: A Training and Experience evaluation assessing competencies gained in the following areas: Experience directing the organization/function operations of a public works organization or any other comparable public/private/non-profit agency; Experience overseeing the annual budget; Experience representing a public works organization or any other comparable public/private/non-profit agency at public meetings, conferences, and committee meetings; and Experience implementing a program, major project, or organization initiative. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AND ACHIEVE A COMBINED PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON PARTS I AND II OF THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. 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TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS: Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred. TEST PREPARATION: Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. 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. Additional online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests / . ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the register of eligible candidates accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Public Works. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any SPECIAL INFORMATION: TESTING ACCOMMODATION: If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORM ATION: Applications must be filed online only. We will begin receiving applications on Monday, August 28, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) . All application must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. (PT) deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the r equirements as listed on this job posting. 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: Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment . Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you 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. 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's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Laptops and Wi-Fi hotspots from some public libraries throughout Los Angeles County may be available for check out. Department Contact Name: Jasmine Hines Department Contact Phone: (213) 738-2008 Department Contact Email: JHines@hr.lacounty.gov Testing Accommodations Coordinator Email: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
City of Los Angeles
City Of Los Angeles, California, United States
job description POSITION: Deputy Director, Fire Safety, Emergency Services, & Public Health SUMMARY: The Mayor’s Office of Public Safety (MOPS) strives to serve all Angelenos by implementing and expanding innovative programs, policy solutions, resources and initiatives to build a safer city. MOPS is made up of a Policy Team, Program Team, Grants & Finance Unit, and Crisis Response Team. The City of Los Angeles has developed a variety of initiatives that continue to advance its ability to provide exceptional fire protection and emergency medical services. This is achieved by implementing decision-making that is metric driven and advancing innovative technologies, practices, and policies. Addressing these issues is paramount to keeping Los Angeles safe and continuing to meet pressing community needs. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Deputy Director will assist in formulating policy for the City of Los Angeles (“City”) with respect to public safety, working directly with the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) and the Board of Fire Commissioners. The Deputy Director will be the primary liaison to the LAFD, supporting various relevant public safety policy matters, including fire safety, emergency services, and public health issues. Job duties include the following: Develop overarching fire safety policies to protect life, property, and the environment as well as develop strategies to increase fire prevention, prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery; Design strategies to recruit additional qualified City firefighters and emergency service workers, and ensure inclusive hiring practices and promotional practices; Work with LAFD to improve service delivery, including with response times and strategic deployment methods; Coordinate with the Mayor’s Office of Community Safety on the development of a city-wide strategy for alternative dispatch models, including unarmed response strategies, such as LAFD’s therapeutic vans initiative; Research and monitor public health issues with significant impacts on City residents and operations, such as COVID-19 and the Opioid Crisis, including the fentanyl epidemic; Liaise with public health agencies and partners to develop strategies and initiatives; Develop strategies to expand and advance emergency medical care, technical rescue, and public education practices; Support research, development, and implementation of legislative priorities; Develop innovative technological solutions to everyday fire safety issues; Negotiate and coordinate related policy decisions with other jurisdictions, grantors, City Departments, community representatives, and elected officials; Assist in oversight of grant projects in conjunction with the LAFD, including: Assisting in the design of program components; Planning implementation of accepted grant proposals, often in conjunction with partners and/or sub-grantees; Identifying funding opportunities for programming; and Developing appropriate budgets for grant administration and execution; Support policy aspects of the City budget development process related to the LAFD; Prepare written and oral briefings to the Mayor, City Council, and other staff regarding fire safety, medical response issues, alternative crisis response, and public health; Attend LAFD or related public safety events on behalf of or with the Mayor; and Assist and advise the Mayor during activation of the City Emergency Operations Center and other large-scale events to ensure coordination between the City, County, State, and federal government. REQUIREMENTS: A degree from an accredited college or university; minimum of five years professional experience in related policy development and implementation, or equivalent experience; proven record of exercising good judgment and professionalism in a fast paced and/or intense working environment; strong writing and research skills; excellent communication skills and ability to work with grantors, City department staff, community representatives and elected officials; ability to work independently while contributing to, working within, and valuing an overall team structure; and proficiency with traditional office software programs. PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: Master’s Degree is preferred; Expertise or special interest in public health, emergency services, and/or alternative crisis response is a plus; Data Analysis skills are a plus. How to apply Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Mayor.Jobs@lacity.org with “MOPS Deputy Director - Fire Safety, Emergency Services, & Public Health” in the subject line no later than Friday,December 1, 2023 (extended. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and suitable candidates may be contacted and hired before the application deadline. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly as the job posting may close before the listed deadline. This is an exempt, at-will position. The individual appointed to this position will not accrue any civil service tenure, contractual employment rights, or due process rights. The incumbent may be removed, without any finding of cause, by the hiring authority. The City of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services and activities. Please call (213) 744-9300 if you need assistance. For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found here . exempt employment If employment is said to be exempt, it is meant that the employment is exempted from the civil service provisions of the City Charter. In order to receive a regular civil service appointment, employees must have successfully participated in a civil service examination, received a high enough score on the examination to be placed on and receive an appointment from an eligible list, and they must serve a probationary period. Exempt employees do not compete in a civil service examination, they are not placed on an eligible list and receive an appointment from that list, nor do they serve a probationary period. As a result, exempt employees do not have what is referred to as a “property interest” in their job. Exempt employees serve at the will of the appointing authority and can be terminated at any time without cause. Employees with a property interest in their job, i.e. civil service employees, cannot be deprived of their employment(discharged or suspended) without due process. General Information About Exempt Employment Exempt employees serve at the will of the appointing authority, and as such, they may be discharged, suspended or otherwise disciplined without cause. Exempt employees have no property interest in their employment, and any procedural benefit or other prerogative extended to them by their appointing authority is not intended to create and does not create any such property interest. No officer or employee of the City may make to any other officer or employee any representation of a property interest in employment which does not correspond to Charter provisions unless the City Council, by ordinance, permits such representation. No unauthorized representation can serve as the basis of an employee's reliance on, or expectation of, a property interest. Employees Seeking To Become Civil Service Employees There is no protective leave for an exempt employee appointed to a civil service position. Upon receiving a civil service appointment and passing probation, the former exempt employee will be subject to the Civil Service provisions described in Article X of the City Charter. Upon appointment, the civil service employee will begin to accrue displacement and layoff seniority on the first day of his/her civil service appointment and may file for promotional examinations for which s/he qualifies. A full or half-time exempt employee appointed to a full or half-time civil service position continues to: contribute to the Retirement System; accrue vacation time; accrue sick time; receive anniversary date salary increases; and, receive health and dental benefits identical to those received in the civil service position. For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf . Closing Date/Time: 12/1/23
Nov 10, 2023
job description POSITION: Deputy Director, Fire Safety, Emergency Services, & Public Health SUMMARY: The Mayor’s Office of Public Safety (MOPS) strives to serve all Angelenos by implementing and expanding innovative programs, policy solutions, resources and initiatives to build a safer city. MOPS is made up of a Policy Team, Program Team, Grants & Finance Unit, and Crisis Response Team. The City of Los Angeles has developed a variety of initiatives that continue to advance its ability to provide exceptional fire protection and emergency medical services. This is achieved by implementing decision-making that is metric driven and advancing innovative technologies, practices, and policies. Addressing these issues is paramount to keeping Los Angeles safe and continuing to meet pressing community needs. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Deputy Director will assist in formulating policy for the City of Los Angeles (“City”) with respect to public safety, working directly with the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) and the Board of Fire Commissioners. The Deputy Director will be the primary liaison to the LAFD, supporting various relevant public safety policy matters, including fire safety, emergency services, and public health issues. Job duties include the following: Develop overarching fire safety policies to protect life, property, and the environment as well as develop strategies to increase fire prevention, prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery; Design strategies to recruit additional qualified City firefighters and emergency service workers, and ensure inclusive hiring practices and promotional practices; Work with LAFD to improve service delivery, including with response times and strategic deployment methods; Coordinate with the Mayor’s Office of Community Safety on the development of a city-wide strategy for alternative dispatch models, including unarmed response strategies, such as LAFD’s therapeutic vans initiative; Research and monitor public health issues with significant impacts on City residents and operations, such as COVID-19 and the Opioid Crisis, including the fentanyl epidemic; Liaise with public health agencies and partners to develop strategies and initiatives; Develop strategies to expand and advance emergency medical care, technical rescue, and public education practices; Support research, development, and implementation of legislative priorities; Develop innovative technological solutions to everyday fire safety issues; Negotiate and coordinate related policy decisions with other jurisdictions, grantors, City Departments, community representatives, and elected officials; Assist in oversight of grant projects in conjunction with the LAFD, including: Assisting in the design of program components; Planning implementation of accepted grant proposals, often in conjunction with partners and/or sub-grantees; Identifying funding opportunities for programming; and Developing appropriate budgets for grant administration and execution; Support policy aspects of the City budget development process related to the LAFD; Prepare written and oral briefings to the Mayor, City Council, and other staff regarding fire safety, medical response issues, alternative crisis response, and public health; Attend LAFD or related public safety events on behalf of or with the Mayor; and Assist and advise the Mayor during activation of the City Emergency Operations Center and other large-scale events to ensure coordination between the City, County, State, and federal government. REQUIREMENTS: A degree from an accredited college or university; minimum of five years professional experience in related policy development and implementation, or equivalent experience; proven record of exercising good judgment and professionalism in a fast paced and/or intense working environment; strong writing and research skills; excellent communication skills and ability to work with grantors, City department staff, community representatives and elected officials; ability to work independently while contributing to, working within, and valuing an overall team structure; and proficiency with traditional office software programs. PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: Master’s Degree is preferred; Expertise or special interest in public health, emergency services, and/or alternative crisis response is a plus; Data Analysis skills are a plus. How to apply Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Mayor.Jobs@lacity.org with “MOPS Deputy Director - Fire Safety, Emergency Services, & Public Health” in the subject line no later than Friday,December 1, 2023 (extended. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and suitable candidates may be contacted and hired before the application deadline. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly as the job posting may close before the listed deadline. This is an exempt, at-will position. The individual appointed to this position will not accrue any civil service tenure, contractual employment rights, or due process rights. The incumbent may be removed, without any finding of cause, by the hiring authority. The City of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services and activities. Please call (213) 744-9300 if you need assistance. For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found here . exempt employment If employment is said to be exempt, it is meant that the employment is exempted from the civil service provisions of the City Charter. In order to receive a regular civil service appointment, employees must have successfully participated in a civil service examination, received a high enough score on the examination to be placed on and receive an appointment from an eligible list, and they must serve a probationary period. Exempt employees do not compete in a civil service examination, they are not placed on an eligible list and receive an appointment from that list, nor do they serve a probationary period. As a result, exempt employees do not have what is referred to as a “property interest” in their job. Exempt employees serve at the will of the appointing authority and can be terminated at any time without cause. Employees with a property interest in their job, i.e. civil service employees, cannot be deprived of their employment(discharged or suspended) without due process. General Information About Exempt Employment Exempt employees serve at the will of the appointing authority, and as such, they may be discharged, suspended or otherwise disciplined without cause. Exempt employees have no property interest in their employment, and any procedural benefit or other prerogative extended to them by their appointing authority is not intended to create and does not create any such property interest. No officer or employee of the City may make to any other officer or employee any representation of a property interest in employment which does not correspond to Charter provisions unless the City Council, by ordinance, permits such representation. No unauthorized representation can serve as the basis of an employee's reliance on, or expectation of, a property interest. Employees Seeking To Become Civil Service Employees There is no protective leave for an exempt employee appointed to a civil service position. Upon receiving a civil service appointment and passing probation, the former exempt employee will be subject to the Civil Service provisions described in Article X of the City Charter. Upon appointment, the civil service employee will begin to accrue displacement and layoff seniority on the first day of his/her civil service appointment and may file for promotional examinations for which s/he qualifies. A full or half-time exempt employee appointed to a full or half-time civil service position continues to: contribute to the Retirement System; accrue vacation time; accrue sick time; receive anniversary date salary increases; and, receive health and dental benefits identical to those received in the civil service position. For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf . Closing Date/Time: 12/1/23
Introduction THIS IS A NEW ASSEMBLED EXAMINATION. The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year butcan be extended. Supplemental Questionnaire: A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Failure to submit the Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. Applications, Supplemental Questionnaires, and required documentation must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the last day for filing. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires will only be accepted on-line. DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY The Alameda County Community Development Agency's mission is to enhance the quality of life of Alameda County residents and plan for the future well-being of the County's diverse communities; to balance the physical, economic and social needs of County residents through land use planning, environmental management, neighborhood improvement, and community development, and to promote and protect agriculture, the environment, economic vitality and human health. The Community Development Agency houses the following departments: Planning Department, Housing and Community Development, Agriculture Weights and Measures, Healthy Homes Department, and Economic and Civic Development Department. For more information about the agency, please visit : Alameda County Community Development Agency . THE POSITION Under general direction, the Assistant Deputy Director, Community Development Agency (CDA), is responsible for the day-to-day operations of one or more divisions in a functional department of CDA, acts as Deputy Director, CDA, in his/her absence only when assigned, and performs related assignments as required. For more detailed information about the job classification, please visit: Assistant Deputy Director, Community Development Agency (#2953) . THE VACANCIES Assistant Deputy Director, Community Development Agency positions are found throughout all departments within CDA. The vacancies are currently available in multiple departments. Candidates are encouraged to provide relevant experience in all applicable areas. The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER I Experience : The equivalent of two years of full-time experience as Senior Planner, Senior Code Enforcement Investigator, Economic and Civic Development Manager, Healthy Homes Manager, Housing and Community Development Manager, Bonds and Finance Manager, Deputy of Agricultural and Standards Services, or equivalent or higher-level classification in the Alameda County classified service. OR II Education : Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. AND Experience : The equivalent of five (5) years of full-time increasingly responsible professional-level experience in a public agency that included at least two (2) years of responsible supervisory experience. Substitution : A master's degree in planning; public or business administration; environmental, political, or social science; economics; marketing; environmental, social or urban studies; public health; public protection; real estate; agriculture; public policy; sociology; or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the equivalent of two (2) years of the non-supervisory experience. License : Must possess a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. AND Possession of a valid Agricultural Commissioners' License and a valid Sealer of Weights and Measures License issued by the State of California is required for the position of Assistant Deputy Director, Community Development Agency when specialty designated for the Agriculture/ Weights and Measures Department only. Special Requirement : Must be willing to participate in evening meetings and weekends. NOTE : The Civil Service Commission may modify the above minimum qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of : Principles, methods, and procedures of urban planning, economic development redevelopment, and contemporary community development, including utilization ofarchitecture, landscape architecture, engineering, economics, environmental or public health, and social services. Physical, social, economic and legal implications involved in city and regional planning redevelopment, lead poisoning prevention, housing and community development, including the development of urban and suburban environments, safe housing and aesthetic needs. Laws and regulations related to land use, housing and community development, homelessness and laws such as the National Environmental Policy Act and the California Environmental Quality Act. Federal, State and local requirements for Pesticide Use Enforcement, Weights and Measures, Agricultural Pest Detection, Pest Exclusion and Pest Eradication. Pertinent State, municipal and county housing, real estate and enforcement laws. Principles, practices and techniques of budgeting. Public relations. Effective organization, administration and personnel management and training. Research methods, including statistics. Relocation planning, environmental, case management and lead remediation techniques. Program development. Federal and State reporting requirements. Mediation, validation and consensus building. Ability to : Plan, organize, and administer the work of a division within a functional department of a community development agency. Interpret and apply zoning, land use, and other code-enforcement regulations and planning concepts to unusual or difficult land use problems. Interpret and apply public health and lead poisoning policy regulations to health providers and community groups. Interpret and apply agricultural and weighing and measuring laws, regulations and policies to clients and consumers. Solve problems. Analyze and review staff reports and recommendations on community development projects. Work effectively with commissions, boards, medical providers, community based organizations and private organizations concerning matters of real property uses, related planning functions and lead poisoning issues. Coordinate independent community development and environmental and public health studies of a difficult and complex nature. Establish good working relationships with staff, community groups and government agencies. Conduct public hearings and act as hearing officer. Provide effective leadership. Manage human resources. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Interpret and apply Federal, State and County regulations for administering programs. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS The examination will consist of the following steps: A review of the applicants' application and supplemental questionnaire to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. A review of candidates' supplemental questionnaire to select the best qualified candidates to continue in the process. Those candidates considered the best qualified will move on to the final step of the examination process. An oral examinationweighted as 100% of the candidate's final examination score. The oral interview will be administered virtually and may contain situational exercises. CANDIDATES MUST ATTAIN A QUALIFYING RATING ON EACH PORTION OF THIS EXAMINATION. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED EXAMINATION COMPONENTS. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION PLAN The County will inform applicants, via email and with reasonable notice in advance, of any examination process that will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on operational needs. RECRUITMENT PLAN Deadline for Filing 5:00 p.m., Monday, December 4, 2023 Review of Applications for Minimum Qualifications Week of December 11, 2023 Screening for Best Qualified Week of December 28, 2023 Virtual Civil Service Pre-Recorded Oral Exam: January 16 - 26, 2024 Notification of Results: Week of February 5, 2024 SELECTION PLAN Department Hiring Interviews Week of February 19, 2024 WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statues. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing. Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statues. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @acgov.org , @jobaps.com , NoReply@jobaps.com , and NoReplyAlamedaCountyHR@acgov.org as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the 'My applications' button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email boxes Noreply@acgov.org and NoReplyAlamedaCountyHR@acgov.org are routed to unmonitored mailboxes. All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions, please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Maria Tabora | Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 272-6463 | Maria.Tabora@acgov.org www.acgov.org/hrs DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Alameda County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment. Closing Date/Time: 12/4/2023 5:00:00 PM
Nov 10, 2023
Full Time
Introduction THIS IS A NEW ASSEMBLED EXAMINATION. The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year butcan be extended. Supplemental Questionnaire: A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Failure to submit the Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. Applications, Supplemental Questionnaires, and required documentation must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the last day for filing. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires will only be accepted on-line. DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY The Alameda County Community Development Agency's mission is to enhance the quality of life of Alameda County residents and plan for the future well-being of the County's diverse communities; to balance the physical, economic and social needs of County residents through land use planning, environmental management, neighborhood improvement, and community development, and to promote and protect agriculture, the environment, economic vitality and human health. The Community Development Agency houses the following departments: Planning Department, Housing and Community Development, Agriculture Weights and Measures, Healthy Homes Department, and Economic and Civic Development Department. For more information about the agency, please visit : Alameda County Community Development Agency . THE POSITION Under general direction, the Assistant Deputy Director, Community Development Agency (CDA), is responsible for the day-to-day operations of one or more divisions in a functional department of CDA, acts as Deputy Director, CDA, in his/her absence only when assigned, and performs related assignments as required. For more detailed information about the job classification, please visit: Assistant Deputy Director, Community Development Agency (#2953) . THE VACANCIES Assistant Deputy Director, Community Development Agency positions are found throughout all departments within CDA. The vacancies are currently available in multiple departments. Candidates are encouraged to provide relevant experience in all applicable areas. The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER I Experience : The equivalent of two years of full-time experience as Senior Planner, Senior Code Enforcement Investigator, Economic and Civic Development Manager, Healthy Homes Manager, Housing and Community Development Manager, Bonds and Finance Manager, Deputy of Agricultural and Standards Services, or equivalent or higher-level classification in the Alameda County classified service. OR II Education : Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. AND Experience : The equivalent of five (5) years of full-time increasingly responsible professional-level experience in a public agency that included at least two (2) years of responsible supervisory experience. Substitution : A master's degree in planning; public or business administration; environmental, political, or social science; economics; marketing; environmental, social or urban studies; public health; public protection; real estate; agriculture; public policy; sociology; or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the equivalent of two (2) years of the non-supervisory experience. License : Must possess a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. AND Possession of a valid Agricultural Commissioners' License and a valid Sealer of Weights and Measures License issued by the State of California is required for the position of Assistant Deputy Director, Community Development Agency when specialty designated for the Agriculture/ Weights and Measures Department only. Special Requirement : Must be willing to participate in evening meetings and weekends. NOTE : The Civil Service Commission may modify the above minimum qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of : Principles, methods, and procedures of urban planning, economic development redevelopment, and contemporary community development, including utilization ofarchitecture, landscape architecture, engineering, economics, environmental or public health, and social services. Physical, social, economic and legal implications involved in city and regional planning redevelopment, lead poisoning prevention, housing and community development, including the development of urban and suburban environments, safe housing and aesthetic needs. Laws and regulations related to land use, housing and community development, homelessness and laws such as the National Environmental Policy Act and the California Environmental Quality Act. Federal, State and local requirements for Pesticide Use Enforcement, Weights and Measures, Agricultural Pest Detection, Pest Exclusion and Pest Eradication. Pertinent State, municipal and county housing, real estate and enforcement laws. Principles, practices and techniques of budgeting. Public relations. Effective organization, administration and personnel management and training. Research methods, including statistics. Relocation planning, environmental, case management and lead remediation techniques. Program development. Federal and State reporting requirements. Mediation, validation and consensus building. Ability to : Plan, organize, and administer the work of a division within a functional department of a community development agency. Interpret and apply zoning, land use, and other code-enforcement regulations and planning concepts to unusual or difficult land use problems. Interpret and apply public health and lead poisoning policy regulations to health providers and community groups. Interpret and apply agricultural and weighing and measuring laws, regulations and policies to clients and consumers. Solve problems. Analyze and review staff reports and recommendations on community development projects. Work effectively with commissions, boards, medical providers, community based organizations and private organizations concerning matters of real property uses, related planning functions and lead poisoning issues. Coordinate independent community development and environmental and public health studies of a difficult and complex nature. Establish good working relationships with staff, community groups and government agencies. Conduct public hearings and act as hearing officer. Provide effective leadership. Manage human resources. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Interpret and apply Federal, State and County regulations for administering programs. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS The examination will consist of the following steps: A review of the applicants' application and supplemental questionnaire to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. A review of candidates' supplemental questionnaire to select the best qualified candidates to continue in the process. Those candidates considered the best qualified will move on to the final step of the examination process. An oral examinationweighted as 100% of the candidate's final examination score. The oral interview will be administered virtually and may contain situational exercises. CANDIDATES MUST ATTAIN A QUALIFYING RATING ON EACH PORTION OF THIS EXAMINATION. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED EXAMINATION COMPONENTS. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION PLAN The County will inform applicants, via email and with reasonable notice in advance, of any examination process that will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on operational needs. RECRUITMENT PLAN Deadline for Filing 5:00 p.m., Monday, December 4, 2023 Review of Applications for Minimum Qualifications Week of December 11, 2023 Screening for Best Qualified Week of December 28, 2023 Virtual Civil Service Pre-Recorded Oral Exam: January 16 - 26, 2024 Notification of Results: Week of February 5, 2024 SELECTION PLAN Department Hiring Interviews Week of February 19, 2024 WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statues. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing. Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statues. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @acgov.org , @jobaps.com , NoReply@jobaps.com , and NoReplyAlamedaCountyHR@acgov.org as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the 'My applications' button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email boxes Noreply@acgov.org and NoReplyAlamedaCountyHR@acgov.org are routed to unmonitored mailboxes. All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions, please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Maria Tabora | Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 272-6463 | Maria.Tabora@acgov.org www.acgov.org/hrs DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Alameda County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment. Closing Date/Time: 12/4/2023 5:00:00 PM
Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Hiring Range: $130,000 to $164,000 annually, depending on qualifications Are you ready to make a profound impact on your community? We're seeking a visionary leader to join our team as Deputy Quality of Life Director, overseeing the critical divisions that directly shape the quality of life for our citizens. If you're passionate about driving positive change, optimizing services, and making a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve, this is the role for you. Join us in our mission to create a brighter, more vibrant future for the City of Olathe, where your leadership will play a pivotal role in shaping the path to 2040 and beyond . First review of applications will begin after October 30, 2023. For more details, review the full job details and requirements below. The Deputy Quality of Life Director will manage, plan, direct, and oversee the activities and operations of assigned divisions of the Department which encompasses all aspects of Parks and Recreation, Housing, Community Enhancement (Code Enforcement), Animal Control, Library, and Information Technology. The Deputy Director will provide strategic support to the Department Director and serve as Acting Director as needed. The role will also assist with change management as needed to merge/enhance culture. Key Responsibilities Manage and direct the operations, services, and activities of assigned divisions/teams within the department. Develop and administer departmental goals, objectives and procedures, including 5-year plan. Plan, direct, and coordinate through subordinate level managers the divisional work plans, including assigned projects and programmatic areas. Coach/lead, motivate, develop, and evaluate assigned personnel. Monitor and evaluate efficiency and effectiveness of divisions utilizing City provided tools. Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals. Assist in the development of divisional operating budgets and capital improvement programs. Respond to City Council requests, issues, and concerns. Make oral presentations to staff, community groups, and the City Council. Represent divisions to all internal and external stakeholders. Ensure all customer service requests are resolved; respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner, resolve complaints in an effective and timely manner. Assume responsibilities of the Quality of Life Director as needed. Experience and Education Guidelines: Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be: Experience : Six to eight years of broad and increasingly responsible e xperience in local government and/or private industry, including at least five years administrative and/or supervisory responsibility are required. Education : Bachelor's Degree with major course work in Business Administration, Public Administration or related field is required. Preference is given to candidates with a Masters of Business or Public Administration. Licenses & Certifications: N/A
Oct 21, 2023
Full Time
Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Hiring Range: $130,000 to $164,000 annually, depending on qualifications Are you ready to make a profound impact on your community? We're seeking a visionary leader to join our team as Deputy Quality of Life Director, overseeing the critical divisions that directly shape the quality of life for our citizens. If you're passionate about driving positive change, optimizing services, and making a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve, this is the role for you. Join us in our mission to create a brighter, more vibrant future for the City of Olathe, where your leadership will play a pivotal role in shaping the path to 2040 and beyond . First review of applications will begin after October 30, 2023. For more details, review the full job details and requirements below. The Deputy Quality of Life Director will manage, plan, direct, and oversee the activities and operations of assigned divisions of the Department which encompasses all aspects of Parks and Recreation, Housing, Community Enhancement (Code Enforcement), Animal Control, Library, and Information Technology. The Deputy Director will provide strategic support to the Department Director and serve as Acting Director as needed. The role will also assist with change management as needed to merge/enhance culture. Key Responsibilities Manage and direct the operations, services, and activities of assigned divisions/teams within the department. Develop and administer departmental goals, objectives and procedures, including 5-year plan. Plan, direct, and coordinate through subordinate level managers the divisional work plans, including assigned projects and programmatic areas. Coach/lead, motivate, develop, and evaluate assigned personnel. Monitor and evaluate efficiency and effectiveness of divisions utilizing City provided tools. Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals. Assist in the development of divisional operating budgets and capital improvement programs. Respond to City Council requests, issues, and concerns. Make oral presentations to staff, community groups, and the City Council. Represent divisions to all internal and external stakeholders. Ensure all customer service requests are resolved; respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner, resolve complaints in an effective and timely manner. Assume responsibilities of the Quality of Life Director as needed. Experience and Education Guidelines: Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be: Experience : Six to eight years of broad and increasingly responsible e xperience in local government and/or private industry, including at least five years administrative and/or supervisory responsibility are required. Education : Bachelor's Degree with major course work in Business Administration, Public Administration or related field is required. Preference is given to candidates with a Masters of Business or Public Administration. Licenses & Certifications: N/A