Introduction This examination is being given to fill one vacancy in the Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk's Office and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background : Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible has passed the drug screen and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen. The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires . Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate : San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave : Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus : $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Provides advanced, specialized and complex professional duties support in the analysis, evaluation, design, programming, development, testing, implementation, documentation and maintenance of large and complex geographic information systems and applications across multiple platforms and technologies. Serves as resource and provides highly specialized support to maintain existing systems; assesses, reviews and conducts research on system operational problems and functionality; provides technical solutions to client on alternative information technology solutions. Provides highly complex support on geographic information systems applications development projects; analyzes business and functional requirements for new or enhanced applications; meets with users and management staff to ensure complete understanding of department requirements; analyzes current manual or computerized processes; analyzes inter-relationship between new tasks and existing applications; researches internal and external available resources; develops and presents cost-benefit analyses; performs quality assurance duties; makes recommendations on applications solutions. Evaluates and tests new or enhanced applications; installs or upgrades application software and hardware; troubleshoots hardware, software and database related problems; performs applications testing and documentation duties. Performs complex geographic information systems, network and applications programming duties; ensures data integrity and program structure and reliability are maintained. Performs a variety of complex analytical duties in planning, developing, installing, implementing, integrating, testing and evaluating geographic information systems networks; installs, configures and manages servers; evaluates network protocols, hardware and software to determine their applicability to geographic information system network needs; evaluates new applications to determine integration with current networks and systems; develops and coordinates the installation and maintenance of computers, circuits, data communications equipment, printers and other peripheral equipment. Investigates, analyzes and resolves complex network-related problems; resolves compatibility problems; troubleshoots network failures, router problems and telecommunications problems; recommends and implements changes and improvements. Monitors network security and performance; identifies unauthorized access and potential security risks; implements and administers security strategies; measures volume and performance of network traffic; identifies utilization and performance issues; recommends improvements to security and network performance. Plans, designs and implements relational databases; develops standards and strategies for maintaining database security; develops methodologies for importing and exporting GIS database information to and from external agencies and County departments. Writes documentation on new and enhanced geographic information system, network and applications including detailed description and functional capabilities; prepares and updates user materials and procedures manuals; creates technical documentation and instructional materials to assist clients in the use of system applications Supervises subordinate staff, including one or more professional GIS Analysts; plans, directs and coordinates staff work plans, projects and assignments; motivates, monitors and evaluates staff performance; reviews checks work products; arranges, coordinates and/or provides staff training; coordinates and recommends the selection of new staff as needed. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of geographic information systems technology. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Note : Incumbents who, at the time that Classification Study #01-22 is adopted by the Board of Supervisors, occupy full-time Civil Service positions reclassified to this class by the study, shall be deemed to meet the requirements listed below. Either I Experience : Two years as a Senior Geographic Information Systems Analyst in San Joaquin County . Or II Education : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in geography, geographic information systems, computer science, information systems, economics, engineering, architecture, environmental science, mathematics, business administration, or a related field. Experience : Five years of increasingly responsible professional analytical computer and related systems work in a geographic information systems environment. Substitution #1 : Possession of an approved information systems technology certificate, or completion of an approved information systems training course may substitute for part or all of the required education. A list of approved certificates and/or courses shall be maintained within the Human Resources Department. Substitution #2 : Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the above-required education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years. KNOWLEDGE Operations, services and activities of geographic information systems programs; operational characteristics and capabilities of specialized geographic information systems hardware and software; geographic information system standards and conventions; advanced principles and practices of applications development, programming and installation; advanced principles and practices of computer science and information systems; advanced methods and techniques of installing, configuring, troubleshooting and administering systems, network, applications, and databases; principles and practices of system security and client access to assigned applications; methods and techniques of using application design and development tools; operational characteristics of multiple operating system environments; a variety of complex application programming languages; operational characteristics of a variety of computer systems, networks and associated hardware, software, databases and related components; principles and practices of quality assurance; principles and practices of network and server administration; principles and practices of database maintenance and administration; relational database concepts; cartographic, drafting, demographic and statistical methods and standards; aerial photograph analysis concepts; methods and techniques of conducting research; methods and techniques of developing technical and training documentation; principles and practices of customer service; principles and practices of supervision and personnel administration; pertinent Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations. ABILITY Provide advanced level support in the design, development and maintenance of geographic information systems, networks and applications; independently perform complex network and application design analysis and programming duties; analyze and resolve complex system, network and application problems using logical and methodical processes; design, implement, maintain and administer relational database management systems; convert and manipulate data; recommend, install, troubleshoot and upgrade systems, networks and applications; perform complex network and server administration duties; design training materials and conduct training programs; assess and analyze department technology resources and needs; design software to meet client needs; create and develop technical and training manuals or documentation; create maps and charts from multiple layers of data; supervise the work of subordinate staff, including GIS professionals; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent use of data input devices; frequent sitting, standing or walking for long periods; occasional pushing/pulling, bending, squatting and crawling; driving; Lifting -Frequently 5-30 pounds; occasionally 70 pounds or less; Vision -Constant use of good overall vision; frequent reading/close-up work; occasional color, depth and peripheral vision; Dexterity -Frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, reaching; Hearing/Talking -Frequent talking/hearing in person and on the telephone; Emotional/Psychological -Frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public contact; occasional working alone, working nights and traveling; Environmental -Frequent exposure to noise. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals, use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam : If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out : A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. OnlineWritten Exams : Written exams may be administered online. Candidates will be notified of the examination date and will be responsible to complete the written exam within a given period of time (typically within five calendar days). Candidates are required to read the Online Exam Guide for Test Takers prior to taking an online written exam. The link to the guide is here: Online Exam Guide For Test Takers PLEASE NOTE: Online exams must be completed in one sitting and can only be taken once Candidates will have access to an online exam within the allotted time only A steady internet connection is highly recommended The allotted time will still continue if a candidate closes the window or gets disconnected Once the allotted time expires, access to the exam will be unavailable Microsoft is no longer supporting Internet Explorer . Therefore, it is recommended that candidates do not use Internet Explorer to complete online written exams. Candidates that do not have access to a computer can contact the Human Resources office at (209)468-3370 for information on accommodations. Testing Accommodation : Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration.Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists : Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral :Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank :The top rank orranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When fillingnine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five : The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam :Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives :Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility :If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Dec 01, 2023
Full Time
Introduction This examination is being given to fill one vacancy in the Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk's Office and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background : Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible has passed the drug screen and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen. The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires . Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate : San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave : Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus : $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Provides advanced, specialized and complex professional duties support in the analysis, evaluation, design, programming, development, testing, implementation, documentation and maintenance of large and complex geographic information systems and applications across multiple platforms and technologies. Serves as resource and provides highly specialized support to maintain existing systems; assesses, reviews and conducts research on system operational problems and functionality; provides technical solutions to client on alternative information technology solutions. Provides highly complex support on geographic information systems applications development projects; analyzes business and functional requirements for new or enhanced applications; meets with users and management staff to ensure complete understanding of department requirements; analyzes current manual or computerized processes; analyzes inter-relationship between new tasks and existing applications; researches internal and external available resources; develops and presents cost-benefit analyses; performs quality assurance duties; makes recommendations on applications solutions. Evaluates and tests new or enhanced applications; installs or upgrades application software and hardware; troubleshoots hardware, software and database related problems; performs applications testing and documentation duties. Performs complex geographic information systems, network and applications programming duties; ensures data integrity and program structure and reliability are maintained. Performs a variety of complex analytical duties in planning, developing, installing, implementing, integrating, testing and evaluating geographic information systems networks; installs, configures and manages servers; evaluates network protocols, hardware and software to determine their applicability to geographic information system network needs; evaluates new applications to determine integration with current networks and systems; develops and coordinates the installation and maintenance of computers, circuits, data communications equipment, printers and other peripheral equipment. Investigates, analyzes and resolves complex network-related problems; resolves compatibility problems; troubleshoots network failures, router problems and telecommunications problems; recommends and implements changes and improvements. Monitors network security and performance; identifies unauthorized access and potential security risks; implements and administers security strategies; measures volume and performance of network traffic; identifies utilization and performance issues; recommends improvements to security and network performance. Plans, designs and implements relational databases; develops standards and strategies for maintaining database security; develops methodologies for importing and exporting GIS database information to and from external agencies and County departments. Writes documentation on new and enhanced geographic information system, network and applications including detailed description and functional capabilities; prepares and updates user materials and procedures manuals; creates technical documentation and instructional materials to assist clients in the use of system applications Supervises subordinate staff, including one or more professional GIS Analysts; plans, directs and coordinates staff work plans, projects and assignments; motivates, monitors and evaluates staff performance; reviews checks work products; arranges, coordinates and/or provides staff training; coordinates and recommends the selection of new staff as needed. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of geographic information systems technology. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Note : Incumbents who, at the time that Classification Study #01-22 is adopted by the Board of Supervisors, occupy full-time Civil Service positions reclassified to this class by the study, shall be deemed to meet the requirements listed below. Either I Experience : Two years as a Senior Geographic Information Systems Analyst in San Joaquin County . Or II Education : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in geography, geographic information systems, computer science, information systems, economics, engineering, architecture, environmental science, mathematics, business administration, or a related field. Experience : Five years of increasingly responsible professional analytical computer and related systems work in a geographic information systems environment. Substitution #1 : Possession of an approved information systems technology certificate, or completion of an approved information systems training course may substitute for part or all of the required education. A list of approved certificates and/or courses shall be maintained within the Human Resources Department. Substitution #2 : Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the above-required education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years. KNOWLEDGE Operations, services and activities of geographic information systems programs; operational characteristics and capabilities of specialized geographic information systems hardware and software; geographic information system standards and conventions; advanced principles and practices of applications development, programming and installation; advanced principles and practices of computer science and information systems; advanced methods and techniques of installing, configuring, troubleshooting and administering systems, network, applications, and databases; principles and practices of system security and client access to assigned applications; methods and techniques of using application design and development tools; operational characteristics of multiple operating system environments; a variety of complex application programming languages; operational characteristics of a variety of computer systems, networks and associated hardware, software, databases and related components; principles and practices of quality assurance; principles and practices of network and server administration; principles and practices of database maintenance and administration; relational database concepts; cartographic, drafting, demographic and statistical methods and standards; aerial photograph analysis concepts; methods and techniques of conducting research; methods and techniques of developing technical and training documentation; principles and practices of customer service; principles and practices of supervision and personnel administration; pertinent Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations. ABILITY Provide advanced level support in the design, development and maintenance of geographic information systems, networks and applications; independently perform complex network and application design analysis and programming duties; analyze and resolve complex system, network and application problems using logical and methodical processes; design, implement, maintain and administer relational database management systems; convert and manipulate data; recommend, install, troubleshoot and upgrade systems, networks and applications; perform complex network and server administration duties; design training materials and conduct training programs; assess and analyze department technology resources and needs; design software to meet client needs; create and develop technical and training manuals or documentation; create maps and charts from multiple layers of data; supervise the work of subordinate staff, including GIS professionals; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent use of data input devices; frequent sitting, standing or walking for long periods; occasional pushing/pulling, bending, squatting and crawling; driving; Lifting -Frequently 5-30 pounds; occasionally 70 pounds or less; Vision -Constant use of good overall vision; frequent reading/close-up work; occasional color, depth and peripheral vision; Dexterity -Frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, reaching; Hearing/Talking -Frequent talking/hearing in person and on the telephone; Emotional/Psychological -Frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public contact; occasional working alone, working nights and traveling; Environmental -Frequent exposure to noise. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals, use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam : If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out : A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. OnlineWritten Exams : Written exams may be administered online. Candidates will be notified of the examination date and will be responsible to complete the written exam within a given period of time (typically within five calendar days). Candidates are required to read the Online Exam Guide for Test Takers prior to taking an online written exam. The link to the guide is here: Online Exam Guide For Test Takers PLEASE NOTE: Online exams must be completed in one sitting and can only be taken once Candidates will have access to an online exam within the allotted time only A steady internet connection is highly recommended The allotted time will still continue if a candidate closes the window or gets disconnected Once the allotted time expires, access to the exam will be unavailable Microsoft is no longer supporting Internet Explorer . Therefore, it is recommended that candidates do not use Internet Explorer to complete online written exams. Candidates that do not have access to a computer can contact the Human Resources office at (209)468-3370 for information on accommodations. Testing Accommodation : Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration.Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists : Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral :Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank :The top rank orranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When fillingnine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five : The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam :Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives :Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility :If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Sacramento County, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
The Position This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 11/25/22, 02/24/23, 05/24/23, 08/24/23, 11/27/23 and 02/27/24 (final) Leads, plans, schedules, and oversees the work of staff performing advanced, specialized work of a professional nature, while performing similar duties as those being led; ensures completion of tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures; communicates policies, procedures and job expectations; and provides training to staff. Utilizes skills that require technical expertise and understanding of complex analytical procedures and systems processes, including analysis of complex business processes, while working with a significant amount of independent authority and judgment. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge Of: Principles and practices of effective team building, team leadership and conflict resolution Advanced principles and practices of project management and work flow analysis Complex programming theories and principles, including web application development; programming languages, advanced SQL theories and multiple computer operating systems Relational database design, including the integration of database structures Advanced principles and practices pertaining to the application development/GIS lifecycle; technical writing, audience analysis, document design, case development, testing and validation of requirements, and implementing business systems Complex software tools, test equipment and measurement techniques Computer hardware and software systems similar to those being used by Sacramento County A broad range of operations, services, concepts, terms and activities common to a comprehensive state-of-the-art information systems program Advanced principles, methods and techniques used in designing, developing, testing and implementing various software technology solutions Methods and techniques of eliciting, analyzing and documenting business requirements and processes Business processes and standards analysis, case analysis, and process modeling Ability To: Effectively build and lead a team through all phases of complex IT projects involving multiple IT functions in order to achieve departmental and/or County goals Lead, train, assign, schedule and review the work of technical and/or professional information technology staff Conduct independent research, interpret highly technical documents, draw valid conclusions, develop technological solutions, take appropriate actions and/or make appropriate recommendations related to complex IT problems Work with users/customers to define, analyze and document system and user requirements and translate them into functional system design specifications Test and troubleshoot application problems/changes and recommend, develop or implement effective solutions for complex issues Translate user requirements to technical programmers and specialists; develop and make well-organized and effective oral presentations Communicate technical information to a wide variety of users and identify opportunities for business process and system improvements Perform advanced level application development duties, including programming, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing various application structures from inception to final testing and implementation Gather and evaluate information in order to reason logically, draw valid conclusions, take appropriate actions and/or make appropriate recommendations Prepare and maintain clear and complete documentation for procedures, processes, and tables related to area of assignment Read, comprehend, apply and retain technical publications and documentation Plan, organize, prioritize and process work to ensure that deadlines are met Adapt quickly to changes in policies, procedures, assignments and work locations including the environment Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing for technical and non-technical audiences Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered during the course of the work; promote and maintain a team environment Work independently with minor supervision Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Industrial Organizational Psychology, Materials Management or other field closely related to the intent of the class. AND Three (3) years full-time paid technical and/or professional experience in the fields of business systems analysis, applications development/implementation, programming, or database administration/analysis. Note: Technical and/or professional experience that demonstrates the ability to perform duties above the required three years of full-time paid experience in the fields of business systems analysis, applications development/implementation, programming, or database administration/analysis may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis (2080 hours paid experience equal one year of education). Note: If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. General Qualifications Criminal History and Background Checks: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedures B-5, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act. License Requirement: A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Physical Requirements: Some positions in this class may require the incumbent to be able to: Distinguish between different colors. Lift equipment that weighs up to 50 pounds. Individuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working Conditions: Some positions in this class may require the incumbent to: Work weekends, holidays, and non-routine hours. Travel occasionally. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: 2/27/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Aug 29, 2023
Full Time
The Position This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 11/25/22, 02/24/23, 05/24/23, 08/24/23, 11/27/23 and 02/27/24 (final) Leads, plans, schedules, and oversees the work of staff performing advanced, specialized work of a professional nature, while performing similar duties as those being led; ensures completion of tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures; communicates policies, procedures and job expectations; and provides training to staff. Utilizes skills that require technical expertise and understanding of complex analytical procedures and systems processes, including analysis of complex business processes, while working with a significant amount of independent authority and judgment. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge Of: Principles and practices of effective team building, team leadership and conflict resolution Advanced principles and practices of project management and work flow analysis Complex programming theories and principles, including web application development; programming languages, advanced SQL theories and multiple computer operating systems Relational database design, including the integration of database structures Advanced principles and practices pertaining to the application development/GIS lifecycle; technical writing, audience analysis, document design, case development, testing and validation of requirements, and implementing business systems Complex software tools, test equipment and measurement techniques Computer hardware and software systems similar to those being used by Sacramento County A broad range of operations, services, concepts, terms and activities common to a comprehensive state-of-the-art information systems program Advanced principles, methods and techniques used in designing, developing, testing and implementing various software technology solutions Methods and techniques of eliciting, analyzing and documenting business requirements and processes Business processes and standards analysis, case analysis, and process modeling Ability To: Effectively build and lead a team through all phases of complex IT projects involving multiple IT functions in order to achieve departmental and/or County goals Lead, train, assign, schedule and review the work of technical and/or professional information technology staff Conduct independent research, interpret highly technical documents, draw valid conclusions, develop technological solutions, take appropriate actions and/or make appropriate recommendations related to complex IT problems Work with users/customers to define, analyze and document system and user requirements and translate them into functional system design specifications Test and troubleshoot application problems/changes and recommend, develop or implement effective solutions for complex issues Translate user requirements to technical programmers and specialists; develop and make well-organized and effective oral presentations Communicate technical information to a wide variety of users and identify opportunities for business process and system improvements Perform advanced level application development duties, including programming, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing various application structures from inception to final testing and implementation Gather and evaluate information in order to reason logically, draw valid conclusions, take appropriate actions and/or make appropriate recommendations Prepare and maintain clear and complete documentation for procedures, processes, and tables related to area of assignment Read, comprehend, apply and retain technical publications and documentation Plan, organize, prioritize and process work to ensure that deadlines are met Adapt quickly to changes in policies, procedures, assignments and work locations including the environment Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing for technical and non-technical audiences Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered during the course of the work; promote and maintain a team environment Work independently with minor supervision Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Industrial Organizational Psychology, Materials Management or other field closely related to the intent of the class. AND Three (3) years full-time paid technical and/or professional experience in the fields of business systems analysis, applications development/implementation, programming, or database administration/analysis. Note: Technical and/or professional experience that demonstrates the ability to perform duties above the required three years of full-time paid experience in the fields of business systems analysis, applications development/implementation, programming, or database administration/analysis may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis (2080 hours paid experience equal one year of education). Note: If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. General Qualifications Criminal History and Background Checks: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedures B-5, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act. License Requirement: A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Physical Requirements: Some positions in this class may require the incumbent to be able to: Distinguish between different colors. Lift equipment that weighs up to 50 pounds. Individuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working Conditions: Some positions in this class may require the incumbent to: Work weekends, holidays, and non-routine hours. Travel occasionally. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: 2/27/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
CLARK COUNTY, NV
Clark County - Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
ABOUT THE POSITION The Clark County Information Technology Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Senior Programmer Analyst (Full-Stack Developer) position. This position provides project and program leadership to professional and technical staff; performs applications systems design, modification, and programming of a routine to complex nature in support of County administrative and business services for multiple computer platform applications. This position Full-Stack web developer requires a strong proficiency in .NET, ASP.NET MVC, C# programing language, understanding database applications, such as SQL Server, Oracle, Informix, client-side technology including languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, experience with cross-platform mobile app development using Xamarin, MAUI, or other cross-platform development frameworks. Other Senior Programmer Analyst positions may be open that requires proficiencies in other technologies like JAVA, GIS, Python, SOAP Web Services, RESTful Services, etc. Applications received by July 7, 2023 and candidates meeting minimum requirements will receive notification the week of July 10th. Applications received after July 7, 2023 will be periodically screened for minimum qualifications and notification dates will vary. This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources. Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field AND four (4) years of full-time professional level experience in systems analysis and programming in a large information technology environment. Professional level experience that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two (2) years. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Working Conditions: Work extended shifts or be called back in emergency situations. Licensing and Certification: Specified positions may require possession of a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Provides lead direction, training and work review to a programming project team; organized and assigns work, sets priorities, and follows-up and controls project status to ensure coordination and completion of assigned work. Provides input into selection, evaluation, disciplinary and other personnel matters. Gathers and analyzes information regarding customer systems and requirements and develops or modifies automated systems to fulfill these needs. Conducts feasibility studies and develops system, time, equipment and cost requirements. Using computer generated techniques, simulates hardware and software problems, tests and evaluates alternative solutions, and recommends and implements appropriate applications design. Develops program logic and processing steps; codes programs in varied languages. Plans and develops test data to validate new or modified programs; designs input and output forms and documents. Troubleshoots hardware and software problems, as needed, for customers, other agencies and information systems personnel. Writes program documentation and customer procedures and instructions and assists user departments and staff in implementing new or modified programs and applications; tracks and evaluates project and systems progress. Writes utility programs to support and validate adopted systems and programs. Confers with customer department staff regarding assigned functional program areas. Maintains records and prepares periodic and special reports of work performed. Maintains current knowledge of technology and new computer customer applications. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses standard office equipment in the course of the work; may drive a personal or County motor vehicle or be able to arrange for appropriate transportation in order to travel between various job sites depending upon departments and/or projects assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, stamina to remain seated and maintain concentration for an extended period of time, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options More Money in Your Pocket 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement No Social Security Deduction No State Income Taxes Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO) Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills) 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service Dental Vision Life Insurance - Employer Paid AD&D - Employer Paid Long Term Disability - Employer Paid Generous Leave Accruals that include: 13Paid Holidays includinga Floating Birthday Holiday Paid Vacation Leave Paid Sick Leave Holiday Leave Other leave options Catastrophic Leave Parental Leave - Up to 90 days Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance. Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care. Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan Employee Assistance Program Onsite Fitness Center - $12/month*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 29, 2023
Full Time
ABOUT THE POSITION The Clark County Information Technology Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Senior Programmer Analyst (Full-Stack Developer) position. This position provides project and program leadership to professional and technical staff; performs applications systems design, modification, and programming of a routine to complex nature in support of County administrative and business services for multiple computer platform applications. This position Full-Stack web developer requires a strong proficiency in .NET, ASP.NET MVC, C# programing language, understanding database applications, such as SQL Server, Oracle, Informix, client-side technology including languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, experience with cross-platform mobile app development using Xamarin, MAUI, or other cross-platform development frameworks. Other Senior Programmer Analyst positions may be open that requires proficiencies in other technologies like JAVA, GIS, Python, SOAP Web Services, RESTful Services, etc. Applications received by July 7, 2023 and candidates meeting minimum requirements will receive notification the week of July 10th. Applications received after July 7, 2023 will be periodically screened for minimum qualifications and notification dates will vary. This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources. Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field AND four (4) years of full-time professional level experience in systems analysis and programming in a large information technology environment. Professional level experience that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two (2) years. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Working Conditions: Work extended shifts or be called back in emergency situations. Licensing and Certification: Specified positions may require possession of a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Provides lead direction, training and work review to a programming project team; organized and assigns work, sets priorities, and follows-up and controls project status to ensure coordination and completion of assigned work. Provides input into selection, evaluation, disciplinary and other personnel matters. Gathers and analyzes information regarding customer systems and requirements and develops or modifies automated systems to fulfill these needs. Conducts feasibility studies and develops system, time, equipment and cost requirements. Using computer generated techniques, simulates hardware and software problems, tests and evaluates alternative solutions, and recommends and implements appropriate applications design. Develops program logic and processing steps; codes programs in varied languages. Plans and develops test data to validate new or modified programs; designs input and output forms and documents. Troubleshoots hardware and software problems, as needed, for customers, other agencies and information systems personnel. Writes program documentation and customer procedures and instructions and assists user departments and staff in implementing new or modified programs and applications; tracks and evaluates project and systems progress. Writes utility programs to support and validate adopted systems and programs. Confers with customer department staff regarding assigned functional program areas. Maintains records and prepares periodic and special reports of work performed. Maintains current knowledge of technology and new computer customer applications. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses standard office equipment in the course of the work; may drive a personal or County motor vehicle or be able to arrange for appropriate transportation in order to travel between various job sites depending upon departments and/or projects assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, stamina to remain seated and maintain concentration for an extended period of time, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options More Money in Your Pocket 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement No Social Security Deduction No State Income Taxes Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO) Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills) 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service Dental Vision Life Insurance - Employer Paid AD&D - Employer Paid Long Term Disability - Employer Paid Generous Leave Accruals that include: 13Paid Holidays includinga Floating Birthday Holiday Paid Vacation Leave Paid Sick Leave Holiday Leave Other leave options Catastrophic Leave Parental Leave - Up to 90 days Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance. Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care. Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan Employee Assistance Program Onsite Fitness Center - $12/month*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
CITY OF ATLANTA, GA
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience High school diploma or GED and technical training in the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Aided Drafting (CAD), Information Technology or related field (equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis). Two years of experience in a municipal planning department, GIS mapping, processing deeds, or a related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and ability for the job. Preferred Qualifications - Education & Experience High school diploma or GED and technical training in the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Aided Drafting (CAD), Information Technology or related field (equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis). Two years of experience in a municipal planning department, GIS mapping, processing deeds, or a related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and ability for the job OR four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in reading and interpreting a wide variety of maps, aerial photographs, survey notes, plats, and legal descriptions as well as drafting and technical data input and analysis. Licensures and Certifications None required Essential Capabilities and Work Environment Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job. Closing Date/Time: 2024-01-01
Oct 24, 2023
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience High school diploma or GED and technical training in the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Aided Drafting (CAD), Information Technology or related field (equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis). Two years of experience in a municipal planning department, GIS mapping, processing deeds, or a related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and ability for the job. Preferred Qualifications - Education & Experience High school diploma or GED and technical training in the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Aided Drafting (CAD), Information Technology or related field (equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis). Two years of experience in a municipal planning department, GIS mapping, processing deeds, or a related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and ability for the job OR four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in reading and interpreting a wide variety of maps, aerial photographs, survey notes, plats, and legal descriptions as well as drafting and technical data input and analysis. Licensures and Certifications None required Essential Capabilities and Work Environment Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job. Closing Date/Time: 2024-01-01
San Diego State University
5500 Campanile Drive, San Diego, CA 92182, USA
Position Summary The Geography Information Science (GIS) IT Analyst works in cooperation with the Technical Administrator to oversee the day- to-day technical operations of the Geography Department's faculty, staff, and student offices as well as all instructional facilities. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: Installing, maintaining, repairing, and updating computer hardware and software systems Assisting other Center for Earth Systems Analysis Research (CESAR) staff members in providing GIS expertise to both the Campus GIS project (e.g. helping to create, edit, analyze, and/or maintain geospatial data and systems) as well as the SDSU campus at-large (e.g. answering general GIS questions, providing Esri license information to other campus entities, administering and maintaining multiple ArcGIS Online organization) Ensuring the effective and efficient functioning of all technological assets within the department Providing user consultation to all Geography users on all hardware- and software-related issues Additional duties include website support (HTML5, CSS, WordPress, OmniCMS), network troubleshooting, monitoring, and responding to the Department work order system (ServiceNow) and providing training and guidance to student assistants Several Student/Graduate/Research Assistants may be assigned to CESAR and would be led by the Operating Systems Analysts and the Analyst/Programmer This position also functions as the primary Linux and MacOS administrator for Geography, ensuring enrollment in the campus' endpoint management systems. This is a service-oriented position, with frequent interactions with the user base (faculty, staff, students, third-part vendors, and guests). This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary 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 SDSU Geography Department offers undergraduate, Masters, and Ph.D. programs with concentration in human and physical geography, and geographic information science (GIScience). The department has 19 permanent faculty, 13 emeritus professors, 8 lecturers, and 30 adjunct faculty with a diverse range of research interests, including physical, cultural, urban and economic geography, environmental, natural resource and land use analysis, remote sensing, geographic information systems, and spatial techniques. The Department is home to several research centers; Center for Earth Systems Analysis Research (CESAR), Center for Human Dynamics in the Mobile Age (HDMA), Center for Information Convergence and Strategy (CICS), International Population Center (IPC), Young People's Environments, Society and Space Research Center (YESS), Watershed Science Institute, and Complex Human-Environment Systems Group (CHES). These centers, and several teaching and research laboratories offer spatial processing, cartographic, qualitative methods, remote sensing, geographic information systems (GIS), and physical geography, as well as field techniques and photogrammetric processing. The Department operates specialized laboratory facilities for spatial data processing with numerous applications, database, and file servers, high-end processing workstations, large size plotters and printers, and image processing (IP)/GIS mapping software along with extensive field equipment including survey and mapping quality global navigation satellite system (GNSS) units, spectral radiometer, field spectrometers and two high- resolution airborne digital imaging systems. In addition, the department has a collection of more than 150,000 flat maps and more than 1,000 atlases in Love Library. The Department is also heavily engaged in academic-related research. The Department’s faculty and students have been successful in receiving $16,300,324 in grant funds over the past five years, and are included in many more collaborative research projects with other departments, colleges and universities. For more information regarding the Geography Department, click here . Education and Experience To enter this classification, a basic foundation of knowledge and skills in operating systems programs, maintenance, and systems administration features is a prerequisite. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor’s degree, preferably in computer science, mathematics, or a related technical field, or equivalent technical training and/or experience. Foundation knowledge and skills for the Operating Systems Analyst include a working knowledge of the assigned computer operating systems, systems analysis, and systems-level programming. The career level is broad and includes intermediate through senior level positions. Incumbents at this level work relatively independently and possess the experience to be fully proficient in performing most or all of the work assignments defined for their position. Typically, incumbents have acquired the requisite skills and knowledge through a combination of education, training, and progressive work experience to be able to demonstrate competence in independently applying technical judgment to standard and non-standard applications and systems, solving a wide range of problems, and developing practicable and thorough solutions, and using effective communication and listening skills. Key Qualifications Master's degree or higher in GIS, information systems, computer science, or related field One year or more of experience with Dell Enterprise-class hardware, including but not limited to PowerEdge servers, PowerVault storage and backup units, UPS systems, network infrastructure equipment, and rack infrastructure equipment One year or more of experience providing technology support in a higher education environment. Experience installing, configuring, securing, deploying, and maintaining Esri ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Desktop, and the ArcGIS Enterprise stack (including all of its related components) Experience with the administration and management of Esri ArcGIS Online; provisioning of users, licenses, and credits; proper identification and use workflows for the various applications contained in the on-line ecosystem Extensive experience installing, configuring, securing, deploying, and maintaining desktop operating systems (Linux variants, MacOS, Windows 10/11) Familiarity with GIS and remote sensing theories and methods Experience with spatial processes, geographic data, and GIS project management CompTIA A+/N+/Server+ certifications preferred Compensation and Benefits Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $6,667 per month. Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources. San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here . CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,678 - $11,547 per month. 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 9, 2023. To receive full consideration, apply by November 8, 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 Taylor Jaress at tjaress@sdsu.edu . Advertised: Oct 25 2023 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Dec 08, 2023
Position Summary The Geography Information Science (GIS) IT Analyst works in cooperation with the Technical Administrator to oversee the day- to-day technical operations of the Geography Department's faculty, staff, and student offices as well as all instructional facilities. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: Installing, maintaining, repairing, and updating computer hardware and software systems Assisting other Center for Earth Systems Analysis Research (CESAR) staff members in providing GIS expertise to both the Campus GIS project (e.g. helping to create, edit, analyze, and/or maintain geospatial data and systems) as well as the SDSU campus at-large (e.g. answering general GIS questions, providing Esri license information to other campus entities, administering and maintaining multiple ArcGIS Online organization) Ensuring the effective and efficient functioning of all technological assets within the department Providing user consultation to all Geography users on all hardware- and software-related issues Additional duties include website support (HTML5, CSS, WordPress, OmniCMS), network troubleshooting, monitoring, and responding to the Department work order system (ServiceNow) and providing training and guidance to student assistants Several Student/Graduate/Research Assistants may be assigned to CESAR and would be led by the Operating Systems Analysts and the Analyst/Programmer This position also functions as the primary Linux and MacOS administrator for Geography, ensuring enrollment in the campus' endpoint management systems. This is a service-oriented position, with frequent interactions with the user base (faculty, staff, students, third-part vendors, and guests). This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary 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 SDSU Geography Department offers undergraduate, Masters, and Ph.D. programs with concentration in human and physical geography, and geographic information science (GIScience). The department has 19 permanent faculty, 13 emeritus professors, 8 lecturers, and 30 adjunct faculty with a diverse range of research interests, including physical, cultural, urban and economic geography, environmental, natural resource and land use analysis, remote sensing, geographic information systems, and spatial techniques. The Department is home to several research centers; Center for Earth Systems Analysis Research (CESAR), Center for Human Dynamics in the Mobile Age (HDMA), Center for Information Convergence and Strategy (CICS), International Population Center (IPC), Young People's Environments, Society and Space Research Center (YESS), Watershed Science Institute, and Complex Human-Environment Systems Group (CHES). These centers, and several teaching and research laboratories offer spatial processing, cartographic, qualitative methods, remote sensing, geographic information systems (GIS), and physical geography, as well as field techniques and photogrammetric processing. The Department operates specialized laboratory facilities for spatial data processing with numerous applications, database, and file servers, high-end processing workstations, large size plotters and printers, and image processing (IP)/GIS mapping software along with extensive field equipment including survey and mapping quality global navigation satellite system (GNSS) units, spectral radiometer, field spectrometers and two high- resolution airborne digital imaging systems. In addition, the department has a collection of more than 150,000 flat maps and more than 1,000 atlases in Love Library. The Department is also heavily engaged in academic-related research. The Department’s faculty and students have been successful in receiving $16,300,324 in grant funds over the past five years, and are included in many more collaborative research projects with other departments, colleges and universities. For more information regarding the Geography Department, click here . Education and Experience To enter this classification, a basic foundation of knowledge and skills in operating systems programs, maintenance, and systems administration features is a prerequisite. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor’s degree, preferably in computer science, mathematics, or a related technical field, or equivalent technical training and/or experience. Foundation knowledge and skills for the Operating Systems Analyst include a working knowledge of the assigned computer operating systems, systems analysis, and systems-level programming. The career level is broad and includes intermediate through senior level positions. Incumbents at this level work relatively independently and possess the experience to be fully proficient in performing most or all of the work assignments defined for their position. Typically, incumbents have acquired the requisite skills and knowledge through a combination of education, training, and progressive work experience to be able to demonstrate competence in independently applying technical judgment to standard and non-standard applications and systems, solving a wide range of problems, and developing practicable and thorough solutions, and using effective communication and listening skills. Key Qualifications Master's degree or higher in GIS, information systems, computer science, or related field One year or more of experience with Dell Enterprise-class hardware, including but not limited to PowerEdge servers, PowerVault storage and backup units, UPS systems, network infrastructure equipment, and rack infrastructure equipment One year or more of experience providing technology support in a higher education environment. Experience installing, configuring, securing, deploying, and maintaining Esri ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Desktop, and the ArcGIS Enterprise stack (including all of its related components) Experience with the administration and management of Esri ArcGIS Online; provisioning of users, licenses, and credits; proper identification and use workflows for the various applications contained in the on-line ecosystem Extensive experience installing, configuring, securing, deploying, and maintaining desktop operating systems (Linux variants, MacOS, Windows 10/11) Familiarity with GIS and remote sensing theories and methods Experience with spatial processes, geographic data, and GIS project management CompTIA A+/N+/Server+ certifications preferred Compensation and Benefits Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $6,667 per month. Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources. San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here . CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,678 - $11,547 per month. 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 9, 2023. To receive full consideration, apply by November 8, 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 Taylor Jaress at tjaress@sdsu.edu . Advertised: Oct 25 2023 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
San Diego State University
5500 Campanile Drive, San Diego, CA 92182, USA
Description: Position Summary The Geography Information Science (GIS) IT Analyst works in cooperation with the Technical Administrator to oversee the day- to-day technical operations of the Geography Department's faculty, staff, and student offices as well as all instructional facilities. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: Installing, maintaining, repairing, and updating computer hardware and software systems Assisting other Center for Earth Systems Analysis Research (CESAR) staff members in providing GIS expertise to both the Campus GIS project (e.g. helping to create, edit, analyze, and/or maintain geospatial data and systems) as well as the SDSU campus at-large (e.g. answering general GIS questions, providing Esri license information to other campus entities, administering and maintaining multiple ArcGIS Online organization) Ensuring the effective and efficient functioning of all technological assets within the department Providing user consultation to all Geography users on all hardware- and software-related issues Additional duties include website support (HTML5, CSS, WordPress, OmniCMS), network troubleshooting, monitoring, and responding to the Department work order system (ServiceNow) and providing training and guidance to student assistants Several Student/Graduate/Research Assistants may be assigned to CESAR and would be led by the Operating Systems Analysts and the Analyst/Programmer This position also functions as the primary Linux and MacOS administrator for Geography, ensuring enrollment in the campus' endpoint management systems. This is a service-oriented position, with frequent interactions with the user base (faculty, staff, students, third-part vendors, and guests). This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary 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 SDSU Geography Department offers undergraduate, Masters, and Ph.D. programs with concentration in human and physical geography, and geographic information science (GIScience). The department has 19 permanent faculty, 13 emeritus professors, 8 lecturers, and 30 adjunct faculty with a diverse range of research interests, including physical, cultural, urban and economic geography, environmental, natural resource and land use analysis, remote sensing, geographic information systems, and spatial techniques. The Department is home to several research centers; Center for Earth Systems Analysis Research (CESAR), Center for Human Dynamics in the Mobile Age (HDMA), Center for Information Convergence and Strategy (CICS), International Population Center (IPC), Young People's Environments, Society and Space Research Center (YESS), Watershed Science Institute, and Complex Human-Environment Systems Group (CHES). These centers, and several teaching and research laboratories offer spatial processing, cartographic, qualitative methods, remote sensing, geographic information systems (GIS), and physical geography, as well as field techniques and photogrammetric processing. The Department operates specialized laboratory facilities for spatial data processing with numerous applications, database, and file servers, high-end processing workstations, large size plotters and printers, and image processing (IP)/GIS mapping software along with extensive field equipment including survey and mapping quality global navigation satellite system (GNSS) units, spectral radiometer, field spectrometers and two high- resolution airborne digital imaging systems. In addition, the department has a collection of more than 150,000 flat maps and more than 1,000 atlases in Love Library. The Department is also heavily engaged in academic-related research. The Department’s faculty and students have been successful in receiving $16,300,324 in grant funds over the past five years, and are included in many more collaborative research projects with other departments, colleges and universities. For more information regarding the Geography Department, click here . Education and Experience To enter this classification, a basic foundation of knowledge and skills in operating systems programs, maintenance, and systems administration features is a prerequisite. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor’s degree, preferably in computer science, mathematics, or a related technical field, or equivalent technical training and/or experience. Foundation knowledge and skills for the Operating Systems Analyst include a working knowledge of the assigned computer operating systems, systems analysis, and systems-level programming. The career level is broad and includes intermediate through senior level positions. Incumbents at this level work relatively independently and possess the experience to be fully proficient in performing most or all of the work assignments defined for their position. Typically, incumbents have acquired the requisite skills and knowledge through a combination of education, training, and progressive work experience to be able to demonstrate competence in independently applying technical judgment to standard and non-standard applications and systems, solving a wide range of problems, and developing practicable and thorough solutions, and using effective communication and listening skills. Key Qualifications Master's degree or higher in GIS, information systems, computer science, or related field One year or more of experience with Dell Enterprise-class hardware, including but not limited to PowerEdge servers, PowerVault storage and backup units, UPS systems, network infrastructure equipment, and rack infrastructure equipment One year or more of experience providing technology support in a higher education environment. Experience installing, configuring, securing, deploying, and maintaining Esri ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Desktop, and the ArcGIS Enterprise stack (including all of its related components) Experience with the administration and management of Esri ArcGIS Online; provisioning of users, licenses, and credits; proper identification and use workflows for the various applications contained in the on-line ecosystem Extensive experience installing, configuring, securing, deploying, and maintaining desktop operating systems (Linux variants, MacOS, Windows 10/11) Familiarity with GIS and remote sensing theories and methods Experience with spatial processes, geographic data, and GIS project management CompTIA A+/N+/Server+ certifications preferred Compensation and Benefits Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $6,667 per month. Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources. San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here . CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,678 - $11,547 per month. 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 9, 2023. To receive full consideration, apply by November 8, 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 Taylor Jaress at tjaress@sdsu.edu . Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
Oct 26, 2023
Full Time
Description: Position Summary The Geography Information Science (GIS) IT Analyst works in cooperation with the Technical Administrator to oversee the day- to-day technical operations of the Geography Department's faculty, staff, and student offices as well as all instructional facilities. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: Installing, maintaining, repairing, and updating computer hardware and software systems Assisting other Center for Earth Systems Analysis Research (CESAR) staff members in providing GIS expertise to both the Campus GIS project (e.g. helping to create, edit, analyze, and/or maintain geospatial data and systems) as well as the SDSU campus at-large (e.g. answering general GIS questions, providing Esri license information to other campus entities, administering and maintaining multiple ArcGIS Online organization) Ensuring the effective and efficient functioning of all technological assets within the department Providing user consultation to all Geography users on all hardware- and software-related issues Additional duties include website support (HTML5, CSS, WordPress, OmniCMS), network troubleshooting, monitoring, and responding to the Department work order system (ServiceNow) and providing training and guidance to student assistants Several Student/Graduate/Research Assistants may be assigned to CESAR and would be led by the Operating Systems Analysts and the Analyst/Programmer This position also functions as the primary Linux and MacOS administrator for Geography, ensuring enrollment in the campus' endpoint management systems. This is a service-oriented position, with frequent interactions with the user base (faculty, staff, students, third-part vendors, and guests). This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary 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 SDSU Geography Department offers undergraduate, Masters, and Ph.D. programs with concentration in human and physical geography, and geographic information science (GIScience). The department has 19 permanent faculty, 13 emeritus professors, 8 lecturers, and 30 adjunct faculty with a diverse range of research interests, including physical, cultural, urban and economic geography, environmental, natural resource and land use analysis, remote sensing, geographic information systems, and spatial techniques. The Department is home to several research centers; Center for Earth Systems Analysis Research (CESAR), Center for Human Dynamics in the Mobile Age (HDMA), Center for Information Convergence and Strategy (CICS), International Population Center (IPC), Young People's Environments, Society and Space Research Center (YESS), Watershed Science Institute, and Complex Human-Environment Systems Group (CHES). These centers, and several teaching and research laboratories offer spatial processing, cartographic, qualitative methods, remote sensing, geographic information systems (GIS), and physical geography, as well as field techniques and photogrammetric processing. The Department operates specialized laboratory facilities for spatial data processing with numerous applications, database, and file servers, high-end processing workstations, large size plotters and printers, and image processing (IP)/GIS mapping software along with extensive field equipment including survey and mapping quality global navigation satellite system (GNSS) units, spectral radiometer, field spectrometers and two high- resolution airborne digital imaging systems. In addition, the department has a collection of more than 150,000 flat maps and more than 1,000 atlases in Love Library. The Department is also heavily engaged in academic-related research. The Department’s faculty and students have been successful in receiving $16,300,324 in grant funds over the past five years, and are included in many more collaborative research projects with other departments, colleges and universities. For more information regarding the Geography Department, click here . Education and Experience To enter this classification, a basic foundation of knowledge and skills in operating systems programs, maintenance, and systems administration features is a prerequisite. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor’s degree, preferably in computer science, mathematics, or a related technical field, or equivalent technical training and/or experience. Foundation knowledge and skills for the Operating Systems Analyst include a working knowledge of the assigned computer operating systems, systems analysis, and systems-level programming. The career level is broad and includes intermediate through senior level positions. Incumbents at this level work relatively independently and possess the experience to be fully proficient in performing most or all of the work assignments defined for their position. Typically, incumbents have acquired the requisite skills and knowledge through a combination of education, training, and progressive work experience to be able to demonstrate competence in independently applying technical judgment to standard and non-standard applications and systems, solving a wide range of problems, and developing practicable and thorough solutions, and using effective communication and listening skills. Key Qualifications Master's degree or higher in GIS, information systems, computer science, or related field One year or more of experience with Dell Enterprise-class hardware, including but not limited to PowerEdge servers, PowerVault storage and backup units, UPS systems, network infrastructure equipment, and rack infrastructure equipment One year or more of experience providing technology support in a higher education environment. Experience installing, configuring, securing, deploying, and maintaining Esri ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Desktop, and the ArcGIS Enterprise stack (including all of its related components) Experience with the administration and management of Esri ArcGIS Online; provisioning of users, licenses, and credits; proper identification and use workflows for the various applications contained in the on-line ecosystem Extensive experience installing, configuring, securing, deploying, and maintaining desktop operating systems (Linux variants, MacOS, Windows 10/11) Familiarity with GIS and remote sensing theories and methods Experience with spatial processes, geographic data, and GIS project management CompTIA A+/N+/Server+ certifications preferred Compensation and Benefits Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $6,667 per month. Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources. San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here . CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,678 - $11,547 per month. 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 9, 2023. To receive full consideration, apply by November 8, 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 Taylor Jaress at tjaress@sdsu.edu . Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
Orange County, CA
Santa Ana, California, United States
CAREER DESCRIPTION RESEARCH ANALYST IV In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates: Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. This recruitment is open to the public for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (PST) on the day the County's needs are met. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This recruitment is being held to establish an Open eligible list to fill current and future Research Analyst IV vacancies within the Health Care Agency. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange. THE AGENCY The County of Orange Health Care Agency (HCA) is a dynamic organization dedicated to creating and supporting an environment that promotes the achievement of optimal individual, family and community health. Under the leadership of the Agency Director, a new and dynamic executive team with an organizational structure comprised of seven (7) service areas - Administrative and Financial, Strategy and Special Projects, Mental Health and Recovery Services, Correctional Health, Director's Office, Medical Health and Public Health - is committed to meeting the health needs of the diverse Orange County community. THE PROGRAM Emergency Medical Services (EMS) mission is to plan, coordinate, and oversee the highest quality prehospital and emergency medical care in response to individual needs and community crisis. EMS provides medical direction and protocols for Orange County’s emergency response teams including EMTs, paramedics and nurses. The agency also oversees certification and licensure testing for EMS personnel, permits all emergency medical services agencies within the county, and designates hospital emergency departments, trauma, and specialty centers to receive ambulance patients. Mutual cooperation, patient advocacy, advanced medical technology, electronic documentation, and evidence-based data are the EMS program's major strengths. Strategy & Special Projects - Research (SSP-Research) mission is to conduct research, assessment, and provide technical support to all service areas and top management in the Agency using complex statistical (SPSS, R), dashboard data analytics (e.g., ESRI, Tableau, Insights) and geographical information systems (GIS) mapping software packages. Population health focus areas include demographic and geographic disparities in leading causes of morbidity and mortality, suicide, drug/alcohol misuse, premature mortality, life expectancy, and birth outcomes using vital statistics (i.e., Birth and Death data) as well as Emergency Department and Hospitalization data for Orange County. THE OPPORTUNITY There are two (2) immediate vacancies within HCA: one (1) with Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and one (1) with Strategy and Special Projects (SSP). Both positions perform a range of data analytics and technology driven duties. Research Analyst IV - EMS This position will be primarily responsible for tracking, reporting, and mapping Orange County statistics as they relate to trauma care and EMS incidents. Other job duties include, but are not limited to: Evaluate and modify the Orange County Trauma Registry by integrating trauma center registry databases and EMS patient care incidents recorded in the Orange County Medical Emergency Data System (OC-MEDS) Validate the quality of trauma registry data and implement solutions for improvement Independently design complex research and quality improvement projects Coordinate with EMS Managers to develop and maintain EMS dashboards with interactive graphs, tables and tools Verify the statistical calculations, content and format to display public reporting data in real-time Develop reports for the EMS Medical Director based on population-based injury surveillance data including types of injuries sustained, mechanism, severity, patient-characteristics & outcomes Advises on the significance of preliminary and final recommendations of injury surveillance data Research Analyst IV - SSP This position will be primarily responsible for tracking, reporting, and mapping vital Birth and Death statistics in Orange County. Other job duties include, but are not limited to: Track, report, and map vital Birth and Death statistics in Orange County Monitor mortality data with respect to leading causes of premature death, suicide, drug/alcohol misuse and COVID-19 deaths on an ongoing basis Analyze and track emergency department visits and hospitalizations as part of ongoing surveillance of leading causes of morbidity and mortality in Orange County Use Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping software to perform thematic mapping and spatial analyses of key health indicators and other social determinants of health DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES The ideal candidate will have health care data management and/or Electronic Health Record (EHR) data experience. In addition to the above, the ideal candidate will also possess extensive knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities in the following core competencies: Professional & Technical Expertise Thorough knowledge of and experience with developing research studies/program evaluation projects in an applied setting Understanding and applying the principles of the reliability and validity for developing and/or evaluating assessments/questionnaires Using research methods in community settings and adapting or tailoring methods for application in other settings Understanding and applying the regulations to program implementation and data/outcome reporting Experience with technical report and/or scientific manuscript writing Designing and implementing surveys to collect primary data Analyzing & Interpreting Data l Using Technology Working with/querying complex data collection/management systems, including understanding and utilizing computer programming and processing methods to generate, organize, and display a variety of complex research data Experience applying statistical analysis procedures (e.g. descriptive statistics, inferential statistics), and organizing statistical information into reports, tables, charts, and graphs Using Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping software to perform thematic mapping and spatial analyses of various key health indicators and social determinants of health Using advanced statistical data mining techniques to uncover patterns in the data that will improve performance, provide recommendations for program improvement, and quantitatively monitor future impact of program improvement initiatives Developing data visualizations and interactive dashboards to communicate findings and insights to a non-technical audience Presentation Skill | Writing | Oral Communication Organizing and delivering public presentations that effectively inform or persuade diverse audiences Summarizing and presenting complex statistical information to management and/or technical and non-technical audiences both verbally and in writing Using professional communication skills to facilitate meetings and trainings with internal and external stakeholders Writing clearly and concisely using correct vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structure Composing informative memos, e-mails, formal correspondence, reports, and other documents Building & Maintaining Relationships Developing and maintaining productive relationships with various levels of management, peers, staff, and community partners Integrating with the larger organizational team given the role required, sharing resources, responding to requests from other parts of the organization, and supporting the agency's agenda Leadership & Developing Others Leading projects independently or acting as a lead with team members Assisting with training new Research Analysts Providing mentorship to support staff and new team members MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications for the Research Analyst IV classification. PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENT, ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS Physical & Mental Requirements Possess vision sufficient to read standard text, fine print, various handwritings and view a computer monitor; speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably in person and over the telephone; independent body mobility sufficient to stand, sit, walk, stoop, and bend routinely to perform daily tasks; ability to sit for prolonged periods of time; manual dexterity to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate a keyboard/mouse and use other office equipment such as a stapler, telephone and photocopy machine. Possess the ability to independently reason logically to analyze data, reach conclusions and make recommendations; possess the ability to remain calm and appropriately focused in rapidly changing and difficult situations involving conflict, complex issues, controversy and diverse stakeholder groups and interests; possess the ability to deal calmly and effectively with emotional interactions. Environmental Conditions Ability to work in an office environment with changing priorities, deadlines and multiple assignments concurrently. RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified applicants. After screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition. Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer) Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step. Veterans Employment Preference The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. Online Assessment (Weighted 100%) Applicants who meet desirable qualifications will be invited to participate in a series of online examinations related to the essential job functions. The most successful candidates will be placed on an eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. Eligible List Once the assessment process has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related recommendations. Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please click here to see the latest guidance for more details. Email Notification Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . Frequently Asked Questions Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact John Duckson at (714) 834-3119 or jduckson@ochca.com . EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Non-Management Benefits In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits. http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 29, 2023
Full Time
CAREER DESCRIPTION RESEARCH ANALYST IV In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates: Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. This recruitment is open to the public for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (PST) on the day the County's needs are met. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This recruitment is being held to establish an Open eligible list to fill current and future Research Analyst IV vacancies within the Health Care Agency. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange. THE AGENCY The County of Orange Health Care Agency (HCA) is a dynamic organization dedicated to creating and supporting an environment that promotes the achievement of optimal individual, family and community health. Under the leadership of the Agency Director, a new and dynamic executive team with an organizational structure comprised of seven (7) service areas - Administrative and Financial, Strategy and Special Projects, Mental Health and Recovery Services, Correctional Health, Director's Office, Medical Health and Public Health - is committed to meeting the health needs of the diverse Orange County community. THE PROGRAM Emergency Medical Services (EMS) mission is to plan, coordinate, and oversee the highest quality prehospital and emergency medical care in response to individual needs and community crisis. EMS provides medical direction and protocols for Orange County’s emergency response teams including EMTs, paramedics and nurses. The agency also oversees certification and licensure testing for EMS personnel, permits all emergency medical services agencies within the county, and designates hospital emergency departments, trauma, and specialty centers to receive ambulance patients. Mutual cooperation, patient advocacy, advanced medical technology, electronic documentation, and evidence-based data are the EMS program's major strengths. Strategy & Special Projects - Research (SSP-Research) mission is to conduct research, assessment, and provide technical support to all service areas and top management in the Agency using complex statistical (SPSS, R), dashboard data analytics (e.g., ESRI, Tableau, Insights) and geographical information systems (GIS) mapping software packages. Population health focus areas include demographic and geographic disparities in leading causes of morbidity and mortality, suicide, drug/alcohol misuse, premature mortality, life expectancy, and birth outcomes using vital statistics (i.e., Birth and Death data) as well as Emergency Department and Hospitalization data for Orange County. THE OPPORTUNITY There are two (2) immediate vacancies within HCA: one (1) with Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and one (1) with Strategy and Special Projects (SSP). Both positions perform a range of data analytics and technology driven duties. Research Analyst IV - EMS This position will be primarily responsible for tracking, reporting, and mapping Orange County statistics as they relate to trauma care and EMS incidents. Other job duties include, but are not limited to: Evaluate and modify the Orange County Trauma Registry by integrating trauma center registry databases and EMS patient care incidents recorded in the Orange County Medical Emergency Data System (OC-MEDS) Validate the quality of trauma registry data and implement solutions for improvement Independently design complex research and quality improvement projects Coordinate with EMS Managers to develop and maintain EMS dashboards with interactive graphs, tables and tools Verify the statistical calculations, content and format to display public reporting data in real-time Develop reports for the EMS Medical Director based on population-based injury surveillance data including types of injuries sustained, mechanism, severity, patient-characteristics & outcomes Advises on the significance of preliminary and final recommendations of injury surveillance data Research Analyst IV - SSP This position will be primarily responsible for tracking, reporting, and mapping vital Birth and Death statistics in Orange County. Other job duties include, but are not limited to: Track, report, and map vital Birth and Death statistics in Orange County Monitor mortality data with respect to leading causes of premature death, suicide, drug/alcohol misuse and COVID-19 deaths on an ongoing basis Analyze and track emergency department visits and hospitalizations as part of ongoing surveillance of leading causes of morbidity and mortality in Orange County Use Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping software to perform thematic mapping and spatial analyses of key health indicators and other social determinants of health DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES The ideal candidate will have health care data management and/or Electronic Health Record (EHR) data experience. In addition to the above, the ideal candidate will also possess extensive knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities in the following core competencies: Professional & Technical Expertise Thorough knowledge of and experience with developing research studies/program evaluation projects in an applied setting Understanding and applying the principles of the reliability and validity for developing and/or evaluating assessments/questionnaires Using research methods in community settings and adapting or tailoring methods for application in other settings Understanding and applying the regulations to program implementation and data/outcome reporting Experience with technical report and/or scientific manuscript writing Designing and implementing surveys to collect primary data Analyzing & Interpreting Data l Using Technology Working with/querying complex data collection/management systems, including understanding and utilizing computer programming and processing methods to generate, organize, and display a variety of complex research data Experience applying statistical analysis procedures (e.g. descriptive statistics, inferential statistics), and organizing statistical information into reports, tables, charts, and graphs Using Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping software to perform thematic mapping and spatial analyses of various key health indicators and social determinants of health Using advanced statistical data mining techniques to uncover patterns in the data that will improve performance, provide recommendations for program improvement, and quantitatively monitor future impact of program improvement initiatives Developing data visualizations and interactive dashboards to communicate findings and insights to a non-technical audience Presentation Skill | Writing | Oral Communication Organizing and delivering public presentations that effectively inform or persuade diverse audiences Summarizing and presenting complex statistical information to management and/or technical and non-technical audiences both verbally and in writing Using professional communication skills to facilitate meetings and trainings with internal and external stakeholders Writing clearly and concisely using correct vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structure Composing informative memos, e-mails, formal correspondence, reports, and other documents Building & Maintaining Relationships Developing and maintaining productive relationships with various levels of management, peers, staff, and community partners Integrating with the larger organizational team given the role required, sharing resources, responding to requests from other parts of the organization, and supporting the agency's agenda Leadership & Developing Others Leading projects independently or acting as a lead with team members Assisting with training new Research Analysts Providing mentorship to support staff and new team members MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications for the Research Analyst IV classification. PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENT, ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS Physical & Mental Requirements Possess vision sufficient to read standard text, fine print, various handwritings and view a computer monitor; speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably in person and over the telephone; independent body mobility sufficient to stand, sit, walk, stoop, and bend routinely to perform daily tasks; ability to sit for prolonged periods of time; manual dexterity to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate a keyboard/mouse and use other office equipment such as a stapler, telephone and photocopy machine. Possess the ability to independently reason logically to analyze data, reach conclusions and make recommendations; possess the ability to remain calm and appropriately focused in rapidly changing and difficult situations involving conflict, complex issues, controversy and diverse stakeholder groups and interests; possess the ability to deal calmly and effectively with emotional interactions. Environmental Conditions Ability to work in an office environment with changing priorities, deadlines and multiple assignments concurrently. RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified applicants. After screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition. Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer) Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step. Veterans Employment Preference The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. Online Assessment (Weighted 100%) Applicants who meet desirable qualifications will be invited to participate in a series of online examinations related to the essential job functions. The most successful candidates will be placed on an eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. Eligible List Once the assessment process has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related recommendations. Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please click here to see the latest guidance for more details. Email Notification Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . Frequently Asked Questions Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact John Duckson at (714) 834-3119 or jduckson@ochca.com . EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Non-Management Benefits In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits. http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Two (2) years of education from an accredited college or university in a field related to the job. Experience may substitute for education up to two (2) years. Licenses and Certifications Required: None. Notes to Applicants This position will be responsible for collecting, maintaining, and analyzing the geospatial data of the Wildland Conservation Division. This entails collecting geospatial data in the field using a GPS or smart device connecting to ArcGIS Online, responding to and fulfilling GIS and map requests from coworkers, and conducting spatial analysis on internal and external stakeholder data to help promote and further the missions of the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve and the Water Quality Protection Lands. Working with Austin Water provides a number of benefits including medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information. Applicants Please Read: This position will be located at Reicher Ranch, 3621 South FM 620, Austin, TX 78738. This is a remote facility with no access to rideshare options for travel. Once at the site, the candidate may travel on City business regularly throughout the workday. This position may operate a variety of vehicles including but not limited to car, truck, tractor or other types of motorized vehicles. Successful candidates may be asked to show valid insurance for the operation of these vehicles. If unable to travel on City business, successful candidate may be required to walk long distances to complete tasks or job functions. When completing the City of Austin employment application: Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job title and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. Incomplete applications will not be considered. A cover letter is required. In the cover letter, candidates should describe in concise detail their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position. If you are selected to interview: Your skills and competencies for this job will be assessed prior to being invited to an in-person interview. A 70% or above on all the assessments is required to be considered for the next step. Work Environment: This position will require you to collect data in the field and may include the following conditions: Walk long distances on uneven terrain Work in environments that may include hazardous conditions, walking in dense vegetation and exposure to extreme weather conditions Wear required PPE to include safety eyewear, footwear, head protection or hearing protection If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution and proof of your professional licenses or certifications. If you are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. Travel: If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. Secondary Employment: All Austin Water employees are prohibited from accepting or engaging in any secondary employment that might conflict or interfere with an employee's duty and responsibility to the Department. Austin Water must review all secondary employment. Employees are required to submit a Secondary Employment Application for review and approval upon being hired with Austin Water, as well as current Austin Water employees considering secondary employment. Effective October 1, 2014, all Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite - including construction sites, parking lot, garage or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Pay Range $27.16 - $32.87 Hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., with some flexibility. May be required to work nights or weekends based on business need. Job Close Date 01/03/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Water Utility Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location Reicher Ranch, 3621 South FM 620, Austin, TX 78738 Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience managing geospatial data, automating processes, and documenting workflows using GIS programs such as the ESRI Suite, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and Field Maps. Experience collecting GIS field data using standard GPS equipment and/or mobile smart devices. Experience in establishing data standards, organizing and improving existing datasets, and archiving or depreciating outdated data. Skill in collecting and analyzing publicly available data in geospatial projects such as iNaturalist observations, LIDAR , etc. Experience working in remote locations and wildland settings. Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical issues to non-technical users through presentations, reports, maps, web-maps and map applications. Ability to travel to more than one work location. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Produces and/or analyzes data from various sources to produce data sets, cartographic layouts, and reports in accordance with specifications and standards. Assists in the design and implementation of and/or performs data management activities such as modifying elements and assigning privileges. Assists with programming activities such as design, development, testing, debugging, documentation, and modification of geospatial applications. Researches and interprets source records and documents. Performs business process analysis and develops alternatives, making recommendations. Responds to requests for information from internal and external customers. Assists with the creation, publication, implementation, and improvement of IT policies, governance, standards, and security. Installs new software releases and/or upgrades including researching, testing, and implementing new geospatial technology. Communicates and interfaces with members of the IT, vendor, and user communities. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: None. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of basic programming/scripting principles, techniques, and documentation practices. Knowledge of principles and practices of mapping, coordinate systems, projections, and scale. Knowledge of basic database design principles. Skill in selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new concepts. Ability to implement geospatial technology projects. Ability to modify geospatial applications and databases using scripting languages and automation tools. Ability to analyze automation needs and makes recommendations for data, geospatial software, and/or hardware solutions. Ability to read and interpret surveys, legal descriptions, cartography, engineering documents, construction plans, and aerial and orthophotography. Ability to read and interpret applicable laws and regulations. Ability to produce maps and other representations of geospatial data using geospatial software. Ability to accurately identify/determine customer needs and take appropriate actions and/or steps to address identified needs. Ability to recognize, value, and include different perspectives, experiences, approaches, and cultures in achieving organizational goals. Ability to gain and maintain the trust and confidence of others and the organization through consistency and reliability. Ability to give, receive, or share thoughts, ideas, perspective, and data to create shared understanding. Ability to define, analyze, and find solutions for difficult or complex problems. Ability to view the big picture. Ability to quickly become familiar with emerging technologies. Ability to identify trends as well as isolated events. Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires two (2) years of education from an accredited college or university in a field related to the job. Experience may substitute for education up to two (2) years. Do you meet the minimum qualifications? Yes No * How many years of experience do you have managing geospatial data, automating processes, and documenting workflows using ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Field Maps, or similar GIS tools? None Less than one (1) year One (1) to three (3) years Three (3) to five (5) years More than five (5) years * Please rate your level of experience with GIS data collection including working with stakeholders to identify necessary data, setting up data layers, and collecting data in the field. None Basic - I'm familiar with how to collect GIS data, but I have less than 6 months of experience working with stakeholders, setting up data layers and collecting data in the field Intermediate - I have more than 6 months of experience working with stakeholders, setting up data layers and collecting data in the field Expert - I do this regularly for work and have more than one year of experience working with stakeholders, setting up data layers and collecting data in the field * Rate your level of experience establishing and implementing standards for large datasets. This might include existing datasets generated by a workgroup or public datasets such as LIDAR, iNaturalist observations, etc. None Basic - I'm familiar with how to manage large datasets, I have less than 6 months of experience working to establish and implement data management standards Intermediate - I have more than 6 months of experience working to establish and implement data management standards Expert - I do this regularly for work and have more than one year of experience working to establish and implement data management standards * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes No * Do you have the ability to work in various weather conditions and terrain (e.g. field work)? Yes No * Were you referred to this opportunity by an Austin Water employee? If yes, please provide the employee's full name. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Optional Documents
Dec 05, 2023
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Two (2) years of education from an accredited college or university in a field related to the job. Experience may substitute for education up to two (2) years. Licenses and Certifications Required: None. Notes to Applicants This position will be responsible for collecting, maintaining, and analyzing the geospatial data of the Wildland Conservation Division. This entails collecting geospatial data in the field using a GPS or smart device connecting to ArcGIS Online, responding to and fulfilling GIS and map requests from coworkers, and conducting spatial analysis on internal and external stakeholder data to help promote and further the missions of the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve and the Water Quality Protection Lands. Working with Austin Water provides a number of benefits including medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information. Applicants Please Read: This position will be located at Reicher Ranch, 3621 South FM 620, Austin, TX 78738. This is a remote facility with no access to rideshare options for travel. Once at the site, the candidate may travel on City business regularly throughout the workday. This position may operate a variety of vehicles including but not limited to car, truck, tractor or other types of motorized vehicles. Successful candidates may be asked to show valid insurance for the operation of these vehicles. If unable to travel on City business, successful candidate may be required to walk long distances to complete tasks or job functions. When completing the City of Austin employment application: Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job title and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. Incomplete applications will not be considered. A cover letter is required. In the cover letter, candidates should describe in concise detail their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position. If you are selected to interview: Your skills and competencies for this job will be assessed prior to being invited to an in-person interview. A 70% or above on all the assessments is required to be considered for the next step. Work Environment: This position will require you to collect data in the field and may include the following conditions: Walk long distances on uneven terrain Work in environments that may include hazardous conditions, walking in dense vegetation and exposure to extreme weather conditions Wear required PPE to include safety eyewear, footwear, head protection or hearing protection If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution and proof of your professional licenses or certifications. If you are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. Travel: If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. Secondary Employment: All Austin Water employees are prohibited from accepting or engaging in any secondary employment that might conflict or interfere with an employee's duty and responsibility to the Department. Austin Water must review all secondary employment. Employees are required to submit a Secondary Employment Application for review and approval upon being hired with Austin Water, as well as current Austin Water employees considering secondary employment. Effective October 1, 2014, all Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite - including construction sites, parking lot, garage or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Pay Range $27.16 - $32.87 Hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., with some flexibility. May be required to work nights or weekends based on business need. Job Close Date 01/03/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Water Utility Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location Reicher Ranch, 3621 South FM 620, Austin, TX 78738 Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience managing geospatial data, automating processes, and documenting workflows using GIS programs such as the ESRI Suite, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and Field Maps. Experience collecting GIS field data using standard GPS equipment and/or mobile smart devices. Experience in establishing data standards, organizing and improving existing datasets, and archiving or depreciating outdated data. Skill in collecting and analyzing publicly available data in geospatial projects such as iNaturalist observations, LIDAR , etc. Experience working in remote locations and wildland settings. Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical issues to non-technical users through presentations, reports, maps, web-maps and map applications. Ability to travel to more than one work location. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Produces and/or analyzes data from various sources to produce data sets, cartographic layouts, and reports in accordance with specifications and standards. Assists in the design and implementation of and/or performs data management activities such as modifying elements and assigning privileges. Assists with programming activities such as design, development, testing, debugging, documentation, and modification of geospatial applications. Researches and interprets source records and documents. Performs business process analysis and develops alternatives, making recommendations. Responds to requests for information from internal and external customers. Assists with the creation, publication, implementation, and improvement of IT policies, governance, standards, and security. Installs new software releases and/or upgrades including researching, testing, and implementing new geospatial technology. Communicates and interfaces with members of the IT, vendor, and user communities. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: None. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of basic programming/scripting principles, techniques, and documentation practices. Knowledge of principles and practices of mapping, coordinate systems, projections, and scale. Knowledge of basic database design principles. Skill in selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new concepts. Ability to implement geospatial technology projects. Ability to modify geospatial applications and databases using scripting languages and automation tools. Ability to analyze automation needs and makes recommendations for data, geospatial software, and/or hardware solutions. Ability to read and interpret surveys, legal descriptions, cartography, engineering documents, construction plans, and aerial and orthophotography. Ability to read and interpret applicable laws and regulations. Ability to produce maps and other representations of geospatial data using geospatial software. Ability to accurately identify/determine customer needs and take appropriate actions and/or steps to address identified needs. Ability to recognize, value, and include different perspectives, experiences, approaches, and cultures in achieving organizational goals. Ability to gain and maintain the trust and confidence of others and the organization through consistency and reliability. Ability to give, receive, or share thoughts, ideas, perspective, and data to create shared understanding. Ability to define, analyze, and find solutions for difficult or complex problems. Ability to view the big picture. Ability to quickly become familiar with emerging technologies. Ability to identify trends as well as isolated events. Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires two (2) years of education from an accredited college or university in a field related to the job. Experience may substitute for education up to two (2) years. Do you meet the minimum qualifications? Yes No * How many years of experience do you have managing geospatial data, automating processes, and documenting workflows using ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Field Maps, or similar GIS tools? None Less than one (1) year One (1) to three (3) years Three (3) to five (5) years More than five (5) years * Please rate your level of experience with GIS data collection including working with stakeholders to identify necessary data, setting up data layers, and collecting data in the field. None Basic - I'm familiar with how to collect GIS data, but I have less than 6 months of experience working with stakeholders, setting up data layers and collecting data in the field Intermediate - I have more than 6 months of experience working with stakeholders, setting up data layers and collecting data in the field Expert - I do this regularly for work and have more than one year of experience working with stakeholders, setting up data layers and collecting data in the field * Rate your level of experience establishing and implementing standards for large datasets. This might include existing datasets generated by a workgroup or public datasets such as LIDAR, iNaturalist observations, etc. None Basic - I'm familiar with how to manage large datasets, I have less than 6 months of experience working to establish and implement data management standards Intermediate - I have more than 6 months of experience working to establish and implement data management standards Expert - I do this regularly for work and have more than one year of experience working to establish and implement data management standards * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes No * Do you have the ability to work in various weather conditions and terrain (e.g. field work)? Yes No * Were you referred to this opportunity by an Austin Water employee? If yes, please provide the employee's full name. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Optional Documents
CITY OF MINNEAPOLIS
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Position Description Identify information and develop and offer in-depth crime analysis strategies, and tactics, combining police intelligence work, crime analysis, and operations analysis to make specific conclusions and recommendations for response. WORKING CONDITIONS Normal office setting Job Duties and Responsibilities Respond to varied requests to from police, elected officials, and community partners, often under strict deadline. Provide geospatial representation of calls for service and crime data for analysis to support the resource deployment strategies at the precinct and citywide level. Analyze crime hotspots, and shootings/shots fired incidents, and other gun related crime. Utilize GIS and analytical skills to predict crime when a pattern emerges, creating geo-based processes to transform raw data to spatial data for a variety of requests. Evaluate proactive enforcement, and develop strategies in high crime areas to combat long and short-term patterns, evaluate and measure police dosage and effectiveness. Recommend strategies and methodology for weekly crime review. Evaluate strategies and problem solving efforts for current criminal problems within the Precinct and city wide levels. Collaborate with investigators, internal agency crime analysts, and external partners regarding trends, patterns and intervention strategies. List, map, create and disseminate bulletins regarding crime. Research, identify, and assist with the development of best practices in Crime Analysis operational procedures and products. Proactively engage internal and external agency partners at the local, county, and regional levels to facilitate the exchange of information, development of high quality analysis products, and dissemination of products and procedure. Develop and maintain analysis products related to chronic offenders, criminal element modus operandi, and problem properties. Maintain record and analysis of proven strategies and tactics used to mitigate threats to the safety and security of the community. Develop presentation materials based on crime analysis data and use said material to conduct management level briefings as part of the administrative decision making to deploy logistics and resources to mitigate crime patterns. Assist with gathering intelligence and conducting analysis products in support of high value security details including dignitary protection details, special events and special investigations. Support Evidence Based Policing, Hot Spot Policing and Community Policing through specialized reports designed to aid in resource deployment. Conduct focused briefings for command staff; function as a guest speaker at law enforcement and GIS classes. Explain complex ideas and criminological aspects of behavior clearly to individuals of varying backgrounds. Provide statistical studies of crime and disorder problems (demographic, spatial, temporal factors) by reviewing police incident and arrest reports. Perform crime pattern analysis, including statistical, geospatial, perpetrator, victim, and epidemiological research. Enhance current processes by developing new ways of automating and visualizing large complex datasets. Required Qualifications MINIMUM EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree in Business, Criminal Justice, Geographical Information Systems, Criminology, or Equivalent. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE Four years performing duties closely related to those listed above. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS N/A REQUIRED ATTACHMENT: You must attach a resume to your application. SELECTION PROCESS The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience (100%) . It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process. BACKGROUND CHECK The City has determined that a thorough Minneapolis Police Department criminal background check is necessary for positions with this job title. Applicants must sign an informed consent allowing the City to obtain their criminal history information in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be considered for the position. UNION REPRESENTATION This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis Professional Employees Association (MPEA). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit: https://www2.minneapolismn.gov/government/departments/hr/labor-agreements INTERVIEW SELECTION The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position. ELIGIBLE LIST STATEMENT The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire three months after it has been established. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Master's Degree Desirable Good knowledge of crime analysis techniques, including statistical analysis and research principles and techniques. Strong GIS skills to predict crime when there is a pattern or possible retaliation between groups of individuals. It requires four years of related experience. Good knowledge of Police Operations in order to assist other Police Department Divisions with analytical projects. Good knowledge of crime nomenclature and terminology. Strong presentation skills and the ability to brief command staff and agency partners on analytic products and findings. Ability to identify personally identifiable information (PII) in the analytic process. Ability to work under pressure, prioritize requests, and meet frequent deadlines. Ability to act as lead worker over other staff. Ability to work with large amounts of data and to find and incorporate historical information into crime analysis in order to identify trends and patterns. Strong written and verbal communications skills. Benefits Summary Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, pleasevisit the benefits page . New 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave. City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child. Insurance Health insurance Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica. Dental insurance The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees. Benefits Paid time off Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements . Retirement City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs. Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits. Deferred compensation : Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS). Transportation Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs: Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price. Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs--such as qualified parking and van pool expenses--with pre-tax dollars . Learning and development To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees. Other perks Employees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program , technology discounts and more. Closing Date/Time: 12/15/2023 11:59 PM Central
Nov 24, 2023
Full Time
Position Description Identify information and develop and offer in-depth crime analysis strategies, and tactics, combining police intelligence work, crime analysis, and operations analysis to make specific conclusions and recommendations for response. WORKING CONDITIONS Normal office setting Job Duties and Responsibilities Respond to varied requests to from police, elected officials, and community partners, often under strict deadline. Provide geospatial representation of calls for service and crime data for analysis to support the resource deployment strategies at the precinct and citywide level. Analyze crime hotspots, and shootings/shots fired incidents, and other gun related crime. Utilize GIS and analytical skills to predict crime when a pattern emerges, creating geo-based processes to transform raw data to spatial data for a variety of requests. Evaluate proactive enforcement, and develop strategies in high crime areas to combat long and short-term patterns, evaluate and measure police dosage and effectiveness. Recommend strategies and methodology for weekly crime review. Evaluate strategies and problem solving efforts for current criminal problems within the Precinct and city wide levels. Collaborate with investigators, internal agency crime analysts, and external partners regarding trends, patterns and intervention strategies. List, map, create and disseminate bulletins regarding crime. Research, identify, and assist with the development of best practices in Crime Analysis operational procedures and products. Proactively engage internal and external agency partners at the local, county, and regional levels to facilitate the exchange of information, development of high quality analysis products, and dissemination of products and procedure. Develop and maintain analysis products related to chronic offenders, criminal element modus operandi, and problem properties. Maintain record and analysis of proven strategies and tactics used to mitigate threats to the safety and security of the community. Develop presentation materials based on crime analysis data and use said material to conduct management level briefings as part of the administrative decision making to deploy logistics and resources to mitigate crime patterns. Assist with gathering intelligence and conducting analysis products in support of high value security details including dignitary protection details, special events and special investigations. Support Evidence Based Policing, Hot Spot Policing and Community Policing through specialized reports designed to aid in resource deployment. Conduct focused briefings for command staff; function as a guest speaker at law enforcement and GIS classes. Explain complex ideas and criminological aspects of behavior clearly to individuals of varying backgrounds. Provide statistical studies of crime and disorder problems (demographic, spatial, temporal factors) by reviewing police incident and arrest reports. Perform crime pattern analysis, including statistical, geospatial, perpetrator, victim, and epidemiological research. Enhance current processes by developing new ways of automating and visualizing large complex datasets. Required Qualifications MINIMUM EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree in Business, Criminal Justice, Geographical Information Systems, Criminology, or Equivalent. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE Four years performing duties closely related to those listed above. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS N/A REQUIRED ATTACHMENT: You must attach a resume to your application. SELECTION PROCESS The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience (100%) . It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process. BACKGROUND CHECK The City has determined that a thorough Minneapolis Police Department criminal background check is necessary for positions with this job title. Applicants must sign an informed consent allowing the City to obtain their criminal history information in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be considered for the position. UNION REPRESENTATION This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis Professional Employees Association (MPEA). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit: https://www2.minneapolismn.gov/government/departments/hr/labor-agreements INTERVIEW SELECTION The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position. ELIGIBLE LIST STATEMENT The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire three months after it has been established. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Master's Degree Desirable Good knowledge of crime analysis techniques, including statistical analysis and research principles and techniques. Strong GIS skills to predict crime when there is a pattern or possible retaliation between groups of individuals. It requires four years of related experience. Good knowledge of Police Operations in order to assist other Police Department Divisions with analytical projects. Good knowledge of crime nomenclature and terminology. Strong presentation skills and the ability to brief command staff and agency partners on analytic products and findings. Ability to identify personally identifiable information (PII) in the analytic process. Ability to work under pressure, prioritize requests, and meet frequent deadlines. Ability to act as lead worker over other staff. Ability to work with large amounts of data and to find and incorporate historical information into crime analysis in order to identify trends and patterns. Strong written and verbal communications skills. Benefits Summary Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, pleasevisit the benefits page . New 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave. City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child. Insurance Health insurance Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica. Dental insurance The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees. Benefits Paid time off Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements . Retirement City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs. Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits. Deferred compensation : Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS). Transportation Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs: Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price. Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs--such as qualified parking and van pool expenses--with pre-tax dollars . Learning and development To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees. Other perks Employees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program , technology discounts and more. Closing Date/Time: 12/15/2023 11:59 PM Central
City of Tacoma, WA
Tacoma, Washington, United States
Position Description At Tacoma Public Library (TPL), our mission is to empower our community by bringing people together to discover, connect, create, learn and thrive. Want to make an impact? We’re looking for an ILS (Integrated Library System) and Data Analyst to play a meaningful role as part of a small, cross-functional Library IT team supporting a library system engaged in community-driven services to deliver an innovative and exciting future to residents of the beautiful Pacific Northwest. TPL serves over 200,000 residents in Tacoma through eight branches and online and outreach services. As part of the team, you’ll be the lead person responsible for the technical administration of the ILS, the BiblioCommons discovery layer, and the EZProxy patron authentication system. This position acts as a steward for TPL’s data sources, warehousing, and visualizations. In collaboration with other staff, you’ll lead in the creation and maintenance of TPL’s Tableau data visualization dashboards, leveraging the City of Tacoma’s technical resources and community of practice. Teamwork and communication are central to the department's culture. We work collaboratively with the City of Tacoma’s IT Department to service for both internal (library departments) and external (public users) stakeholders. A positive attitude, collaborative work ethos, commitment to digital equity, a strong desire to empower stakeholders with technology solutions, and a commitment to racial equity and social justice are qualities of an ideal candidate. Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Tacoma Public Library employees. All employees are expected to model and apply our equity and social justice shared values, behaviors, and practices. Responsibilities include: Manages and provides support for Tacoma Public Library’s Integrated Library System (ILS), currently Innovative Interfaces’ Sierra In coordination with other library staff, maintains interfaces between the ILS and other systems Collaborates across departments to facilitate and improve system workflows Communicates changes in system functionality to library staff in a prompt and effective manner Develops and maintains procedures, diagrams, change logs, and documentation about the ILS and connected systems Leads cross-functional ILS team and identifies and develops key messages about ILS functionality for library staff Builds custom reports and SQL queries against the ILS database Collects, compiles, analyzes, and presents library data statistics Maintaining the primary and secondary data and statistics using FME and Snowflake Designs, develops, and deploys reports and dashboards using Tableau according to needs; uses advanced features (e.g. parameters, LOD calculations, actions, blends and joins of data from multiple datasets) Qualifications Required Five years full-time work utilizing an ILS system (Sierra preferred) Demonstrated ability to train others in software usage, coordinate projects Demonstrated success working with outside vendors Desired Degree from an accredited school in a related field ( Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science preferred) Experience using Tableau or other data visualization systems Experience with FME or other ETL (Extract, Transform , and Load) tools Experience using Snowflake or other relational data/business warehouse systems Systems administration experience with an ILS ( Sierra preferred) Experience working with BiblioCommons LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS Frequent travel to neighborhood libraries and community organizations within the Puget Sound region, valid Washington State Driver's License or equivalent mobility is required. Knowledge & Skills Knowledge of: Authentication methods and protocols (SAML, ADFS, SIP2, API) ILS (Sierra preferred) configuration settings (e.g. loan rules, shelving locations) and their impact on library workflows EZProxy scripting and stanza development Public library workflows such as circulation, cataloging, and acquisitions Public library resources, programs, and services Analytical tools and data interpretation techniques GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Bulk importing/exporting of patron records Linux system administration (desired) Computer networking concepts SharePoint online best practices and content creation Data privacy, data risk mitigation, data security, and PII best practices Computer technology principles, their application, and troubleshooting techniques Skill in: Oral and written communication across a variety of audiences and technical skill levels M365 communication and business applications (e.g. Teams, Outlook, Excel) Using a content management system (CMS) Planning and implementing ILS changes, upgrades, feature rollouts Working in collaboration with vendors on projects Overseeing exploration, migration, and implementation of ILS platforms Developing and documenting best practices Ability to transform statistical data and numbers into understandable infographics and mapping Creating data visualizations using Tableau or similar platform Collaborating across IT and library work groups and stakeholders Creating and reverse engineering SQL and PostgreSQL queries Using FME or other ETL (Extract, Transform, and Load) tools Snowflake or other relational data/business warehousing systems Selection Process & Supplemental Information Interested individuals should apply online and attach resume and cover letter. Be sure to answer the supplemental questions. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their submitted materials and supplemental questionnaire scored. Candidates who pass the exam will be ranked on the eligible list for interview consideration. This position is covered by a Labor Agreement between the Tacoma Public Library and Local 117. Individuals given a conditional offer of employment must also pass a background check. New employees must successfully complete a six-month probationary period prior to obtaining permanent status in this classification. Tacoma Public Library Stands Against Racism and White Supremacy Tacoma Public Library is opposed to white supremacy in all of its forms and is committed to fostering an organization that is actively anti-racist. We believe that Black Lives Matter. We are grieving with our black community and all communities of color who continue to be harmed by institutionalized racism. We are committed to being a trusted community resource available to all and will provide resources and public programs that seek to reflect the values of anti-racism and elevate the voices of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). Tacoma Public Library Tacoma Public Library (TPL) has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and education for more than 125 years. TPL's neighborhood libraries originated with Andrew Carnegie's visionary philanthropy at the turn of the 20th century and are being transformed into true centers of educational innovation and service--and vital community hubs--that continue to provide far more than free books and materials. Learn more about the Tacoma Public Library and the services we provide at www.tacomalibrary.org and connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , and LinkedIn to stay up to date on exciting things happening at the library, and to be notified of other career opportunities with us. Communication from the City of Tacoma: We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders. The online application system requires you to enter a substantial amount of information. Be prepared to spend at least an hour entering information. In order for your application materials to be considered, all information must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on this job announcement. For assistance with the NEOGOV application process, or questions regarding this job announcement, call the Human Resources office at (253) 591.5400 before 4:00 p.m. of the closing date of the job announcement. Insurance Plans: You may participate in one of several group health insurance programs. Employees and their dependents are covered by a medical-surgical-hospital plan, vision plan, dental plan, and employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance and Deferred Compensation options are also available. Employees are covered by the State Industrial Insurance Act. Paid leave: Library Employees are entitled to receive paid holidays, and Personal Time Off (PTO). Retirement: All employees of the Library except part-time Pages, temporary employees, and certain project employees, are included in the City of Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacorna.org or by calling (253) 502-8200. All members of the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System are also covered by Social Security. The Tacoma Public Library is not a department of the City of Tacoma and the Library's employees are not employees of the City. The Library is a separate entity with its own governing body. The Library's governing body is the Tacoma Public Library Board of Trustees. Employees of the City of Tacoma who accept employment with the Tacoma Public Library will lose their City of Tacoma employee seniority. They will also find that their leave accruals, and some of the benefits enjoyed as employees of the City of Tacoma do not carry over when they are hired for a position with the Tacoma Public Library. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Nov 07, 2023
Full Time
Position Description At Tacoma Public Library (TPL), our mission is to empower our community by bringing people together to discover, connect, create, learn and thrive. Want to make an impact? We’re looking for an ILS (Integrated Library System) and Data Analyst to play a meaningful role as part of a small, cross-functional Library IT team supporting a library system engaged in community-driven services to deliver an innovative and exciting future to residents of the beautiful Pacific Northwest. TPL serves over 200,000 residents in Tacoma through eight branches and online and outreach services. As part of the team, you’ll be the lead person responsible for the technical administration of the ILS, the BiblioCommons discovery layer, and the EZProxy patron authentication system. This position acts as a steward for TPL’s data sources, warehousing, and visualizations. In collaboration with other staff, you’ll lead in the creation and maintenance of TPL’s Tableau data visualization dashboards, leveraging the City of Tacoma’s technical resources and community of practice. Teamwork and communication are central to the department's culture. We work collaboratively with the City of Tacoma’s IT Department to service for both internal (library departments) and external (public users) stakeholders. A positive attitude, collaborative work ethos, commitment to digital equity, a strong desire to empower stakeholders with technology solutions, and a commitment to racial equity and social justice are qualities of an ideal candidate. Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Tacoma Public Library employees. All employees are expected to model and apply our equity and social justice shared values, behaviors, and practices. Responsibilities include: Manages and provides support for Tacoma Public Library’s Integrated Library System (ILS), currently Innovative Interfaces’ Sierra In coordination with other library staff, maintains interfaces between the ILS and other systems Collaborates across departments to facilitate and improve system workflows Communicates changes in system functionality to library staff in a prompt and effective manner Develops and maintains procedures, diagrams, change logs, and documentation about the ILS and connected systems Leads cross-functional ILS team and identifies and develops key messages about ILS functionality for library staff Builds custom reports and SQL queries against the ILS database Collects, compiles, analyzes, and presents library data statistics Maintaining the primary and secondary data and statistics using FME and Snowflake Designs, develops, and deploys reports and dashboards using Tableau according to needs; uses advanced features (e.g. parameters, LOD calculations, actions, blends and joins of data from multiple datasets) Qualifications Required Five years full-time work utilizing an ILS system (Sierra preferred) Demonstrated ability to train others in software usage, coordinate projects Demonstrated success working with outside vendors Desired Degree from an accredited school in a related field ( Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science preferred) Experience using Tableau or other data visualization systems Experience with FME or other ETL (Extract, Transform , and Load) tools Experience using Snowflake or other relational data/business warehouse systems Systems administration experience with an ILS ( Sierra preferred) Experience working with BiblioCommons LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS Frequent travel to neighborhood libraries and community organizations within the Puget Sound region, valid Washington State Driver's License or equivalent mobility is required. Knowledge & Skills Knowledge of: Authentication methods and protocols (SAML, ADFS, SIP2, API) ILS (Sierra preferred) configuration settings (e.g. loan rules, shelving locations) and their impact on library workflows EZProxy scripting and stanza development Public library workflows such as circulation, cataloging, and acquisitions Public library resources, programs, and services Analytical tools and data interpretation techniques GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Bulk importing/exporting of patron records Linux system administration (desired) Computer networking concepts SharePoint online best practices and content creation Data privacy, data risk mitigation, data security, and PII best practices Computer technology principles, their application, and troubleshooting techniques Skill in: Oral and written communication across a variety of audiences and technical skill levels M365 communication and business applications (e.g. Teams, Outlook, Excel) Using a content management system (CMS) Planning and implementing ILS changes, upgrades, feature rollouts Working in collaboration with vendors on projects Overseeing exploration, migration, and implementation of ILS platforms Developing and documenting best practices Ability to transform statistical data and numbers into understandable infographics and mapping Creating data visualizations using Tableau or similar platform Collaborating across IT and library work groups and stakeholders Creating and reverse engineering SQL and PostgreSQL queries Using FME or other ETL (Extract, Transform, and Load) tools Snowflake or other relational data/business warehousing systems Selection Process & Supplemental Information Interested individuals should apply online and attach resume and cover letter. Be sure to answer the supplemental questions. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their submitted materials and supplemental questionnaire scored. Candidates who pass the exam will be ranked on the eligible list for interview consideration. This position is covered by a Labor Agreement between the Tacoma Public Library and Local 117. Individuals given a conditional offer of employment must also pass a background check. New employees must successfully complete a six-month probationary period prior to obtaining permanent status in this classification. Tacoma Public Library Stands Against Racism and White Supremacy Tacoma Public Library is opposed to white supremacy in all of its forms and is committed to fostering an organization that is actively anti-racist. We believe that Black Lives Matter. We are grieving with our black community and all communities of color who continue to be harmed by institutionalized racism. We are committed to being a trusted community resource available to all and will provide resources and public programs that seek to reflect the values of anti-racism and elevate the voices of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). Tacoma Public Library Tacoma Public Library (TPL) has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and education for more than 125 years. TPL's neighborhood libraries originated with Andrew Carnegie's visionary philanthropy at the turn of the 20th century and are being transformed into true centers of educational innovation and service--and vital community hubs--that continue to provide far more than free books and materials. Learn more about the Tacoma Public Library and the services we provide at www.tacomalibrary.org and connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , and LinkedIn to stay up to date on exciting things happening at the library, and to be notified of other career opportunities with us. Communication from the City of Tacoma: We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders. The online application system requires you to enter a substantial amount of information. Be prepared to spend at least an hour entering information. In order for your application materials to be considered, all information must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on this job announcement. For assistance with the NEOGOV application process, or questions regarding this job announcement, call the Human Resources office at (253) 591.5400 before 4:00 p.m. of the closing date of the job announcement. Insurance Plans: You may participate in one of several group health insurance programs. Employees and their dependents are covered by a medical-surgical-hospital plan, vision plan, dental plan, and employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance and Deferred Compensation options are also available. Employees are covered by the State Industrial Insurance Act. Paid leave: Library Employees are entitled to receive paid holidays, and Personal Time Off (PTO). Retirement: All employees of the Library except part-time Pages, temporary employees, and certain project employees, are included in the City of Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacorna.org or by calling (253) 502-8200. All members of the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System are also covered by Social Security. The Tacoma Public Library is not a department of the City of Tacoma and the Library's employees are not employees of the City. The Library is a separate entity with its own governing body. The Library's governing body is the Tacoma Public Library Board of Trustees. Employees of the City of Tacoma who accept employment with the Tacoma Public Library will lose their City of Tacoma employee seniority. They will also find that their leave accruals, and some of the benefits enjoyed as employees of the City of Tacoma do not carry over when they are hired for a position with the Tacoma Public Library. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Sacramento County, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
The Position Under general supervision, the Senior Crime and Intelligence Analyst leads, plans, schedules, oversees, and evaluates the work of staff performing crime and intelligence analysis work while performing the most complex, difficult, and sensitive crime and intelligence analysis work; ensures completion of tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures; communicates policies, procedures, and job expectations; provides training to staff; and provides related assistance to detectives, investigators and prosecutors. This is a limited continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 12/22/23, 12/29/23 (final cut-off) Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Principles and practices of leadership, mentoring, and training Principles and practices of crime and intelligence analysis, including collecting, validating, and analyzing crime and intelligence data; predicting and forecasting of future criminal activity; developing target criminal profiles; documenting associations and relationships between people, organizations, and events; the use of statistical and logic methods to solve crime problems; and the use of technology to document activities and locations Applicable laws, codes, and regulations, including limitations on data collections and retention State and Federal privacy and civil liberty statutes associated with criminal justice operating systems Functions, authorities, and responsibilities of the various criminal justice agencies Application of various computer software for crime and intelligence analysis, including spreadsheets, logic/hypothesis testing, mapping/GIS, charting and graphing, and others English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and effective writing techniques Ability to Lead and train subordinate staff Plan, coordinate, assign, and review the work of staff Provide work direction and instruction Research and evaluate work problems and recommend solutions Find, compile, analyze, and validate credibility of information and data Develop and test hypotheses, forecasts, and predictions regarding criminal activity Assist in the development of tactical and strategic responses to criminal activity Operate a variety of computer software applications, including mapping, graphing, charting, databases, spreadsheets, and others Prepare and maintain a variety of data, records, reports, bulletins, and correspondence Read, understand, interpret, and apply law enforcement codes and regulations Communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively verbally and in writing Make verbal presentations Establish and maintain effective working relationships, including maintaining courteous and cooperative behavior under adverse circumstances Operate standard office equipment Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, crime analysis, intelligence studies, homeland security, geographic information systems, statistics, applied mathematics, data mining, computer science, public or business administration, or a closely related field AND Three years full-time, paid experience in a law enforcement, military, or governmental intelligence agency in which the primary duty was collecting, validating, analyzing, and disseminating crime- and/or intelligence-related data for purposes of predicting and forecasting future criminal activity. Note: Possession of a Certificate of Completion in Crime and Intelligence Analysis issued by the California Department of Justice may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the final filing date listed in this notice. General Qualifications Criminal History and Background Checks: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedures B-5, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act. Security Clearance Requirement: Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and maintain a Secret or Top Secret security clearance from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). License Requirement: A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working Conditions: Some positions in this class require the incumbent to: Work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. Work in a detention or investigative facility and be in direct contact with inmates or suspects. Work in a locked, secure facility with restricted access. Work overtime without advance notice as required. Individuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Probationary Period The Probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: 12/29/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
Dec 09, 2023
Full Time
The Position Under general supervision, the Senior Crime and Intelligence Analyst leads, plans, schedules, oversees, and evaluates the work of staff performing crime and intelligence analysis work while performing the most complex, difficult, and sensitive crime and intelligence analysis work; ensures completion of tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures; communicates policies, procedures, and job expectations; provides training to staff; and provides related assistance to detectives, investigators and prosecutors. This is a limited continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 12/22/23, 12/29/23 (final cut-off) Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Principles and practices of leadership, mentoring, and training Principles and practices of crime and intelligence analysis, including collecting, validating, and analyzing crime and intelligence data; predicting and forecasting of future criminal activity; developing target criminal profiles; documenting associations and relationships between people, organizations, and events; the use of statistical and logic methods to solve crime problems; and the use of technology to document activities and locations Applicable laws, codes, and regulations, including limitations on data collections and retention State and Federal privacy and civil liberty statutes associated with criminal justice operating systems Functions, authorities, and responsibilities of the various criminal justice agencies Application of various computer software for crime and intelligence analysis, including spreadsheets, logic/hypothesis testing, mapping/GIS, charting and graphing, and others English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and effective writing techniques Ability to Lead and train subordinate staff Plan, coordinate, assign, and review the work of staff Provide work direction and instruction Research and evaluate work problems and recommend solutions Find, compile, analyze, and validate credibility of information and data Develop and test hypotheses, forecasts, and predictions regarding criminal activity Assist in the development of tactical and strategic responses to criminal activity Operate a variety of computer software applications, including mapping, graphing, charting, databases, spreadsheets, and others Prepare and maintain a variety of data, records, reports, bulletins, and correspondence Read, understand, interpret, and apply law enforcement codes and regulations Communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively verbally and in writing Make verbal presentations Establish and maintain effective working relationships, including maintaining courteous and cooperative behavior under adverse circumstances Operate standard office equipment Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, crime analysis, intelligence studies, homeland security, geographic information systems, statistics, applied mathematics, data mining, computer science, public or business administration, or a closely related field AND Three years full-time, paid experience in a law enforcement, military, or governmental intelligence agency in which the primary duty was collecting, validating, analyzing, and disseminating crime- and/or intelligence-related data for purposes of predicting and forecasting future criminal activity. Note: Possession of a Certificate of Completion in Crime and Intelligence Analysis issued by the California Department of Justice may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the final filing date listed in this notice. General Qualifications Criminal History and Background Checks: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedures B-5, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act. Security Clearance Requirement: Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and maintain a Secret or Top Secret security clearance from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). License Requirement: A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working Conditions: Some positions in this class require the incumbent to: Work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. Work in a detention or investigative facility and be in direct contact with inmates or suspects. Work in a locked, secure facility with restricted access. Work overtime without advance notice as required. Individuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Probationary Period The Probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: 12/29/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
City of Tacoma, WA
Tacoma, Washington, United States
Position Description YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND THESE FREE EVENTS! Explore the breadth of careers we offer in information technology at the City and TPU. Learn about the exciting and innovative projects we work on. Ask questions of our IT professionals in one-to-one or small group casual settings. Inquire about the internships and full time employment opportunities available. Register to attend one or both events! Click APPLY above to reserve your spot. WHAT IS A MIX & MINGLE? A Mix & Mingle is your opportunity to meet with our IT professionals and learn about what it’s like to work at the City of Tacoma, what types of projects we work on, and get the chance to explore the various careers in Information Technology and Information Systems, Cybersecurity, GIS, Digital Design and Web Communications, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Business and Analytics, Developers, System Support, and much more. During the two hours at either the TPU campus or virtual via Zoom, you will hear some very brief presentations and then spend most of your time engaging with our IT staff, asking questions, learning about their personal career journeys, and finding out about the different career pathways in the IT field. WHEN AND WHERE? There are two opportunities for you to participate. Please feel free to come for one or both opportunities! Simply click the Apply button above and register for your preferred date. After registering you will receive an email with all the information you need to participate. It’s FREE! Thursday, January 18, 2024 from 4pm to 6pm, in-person at the TPU Campus Wednesday, January 31, 2024 from 9am to 11am, virtual via Zoom IS THE MIX & MINGLE FOR YOU? Whether you are a student, or a tech minded professional in the community, the Mix and Mingles are for you Whether you are looking to learn more about the career paths of our employees or the potential employment opportunities we offer, the Mix and Mingles are for you Whether you are interested in exploring the different education and work pathways to get into the IT field and all that entails, or don’t quite know exactly what you want to do, but STEM and IT intrigue you, the Mix & Mingle s are for you HOW DO I SIGN UP? If you are interested in attending one of the Mix & Mingles please click the Apply button in the top right corner. Then complete the form to register to reserve your spot. It’s FREE! NOTE: If it seems like you applied for a position after registering, don't worry you didn't. We are using the same system to register for this event as we do to apply for employment. After you register, you will be sent all the details and instructions to help you get the most out of your time with us. If you have questions, please contact the events information manager . Selection Process & Supplemental Information ** This event information page is managed by HR Analyst Kat Flores . City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play. The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws. The City of Tacoma Tacoma is one of the nation's healthiest, safest, and most playful cities. We have daily access to stunning natural surroundings and a great quality of life. We are Washington's most diverse big city, with arts, culture, parks, and recreational opportunities that are envied by much larger cities. We recognize how lucky we are, but we know we can make it even better....TOGETHER! Tacoma Power is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve approximately 170,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town. Tacoma Water has a proud tradition of operating and maintaining one of the country's oldest municipally owned water systems. We own and operate over $1 billion of assets that provide high-quality water to more than 320,000 direct service customers throughout Pierce and King counties. Our mission is to provide clean, reliable water now and in the future. Environmental Services protects and restores natural resources, keeping our city clean, safe and livable through garbage and recycling pickup, wastewater treatment, household hazardous waste disposal, protection from stormwater pollution and much more. We believe everything we do supports healthy neighborhoods and a thriving Puget Sound, leaving a better Tacoma for all. Planning and Development Services representatives include experts in building code, land use and zoning, traffic, environmental services, private development, and right-of-way. Their mission is to partner with the community to build a livable, sustainable and safe City by providing strategic, timely, predictable, cost effective planning and development services with a culture focused on community engagement, customer service, creativity, accountability and continuous improvement. The Public Works Department and its employees tend to the infrastructure needs and the improvement of the City and its surroundings. They focus is on the safety, cleanliness and smooth function of our streets, buildings and additional facilities. Employee jobs cover a multitude of tasks that keep the city clean, safe and livable such as street maintenance, bridge construction, and maintenance of signs, signals and traffic lights, sidewalk construction and repair and so much more. The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Public Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives. Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger. Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger. Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type. Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees. Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income. Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200. Other Employment Information Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit. Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule. Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees. Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice. Closing Date/Time: 1/30/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Dec 06, 2023
Full Time
Position Description YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND THESE FREE EVENTS! Explore the breadth of careers we offer in information technology at the City and TPU. Learn about the exciting and innovative projects we work on. Ask questions of our IT professionals in one-to-one or small group casual settings. Inquire about the internships and full time employment opportunities available. Register to attend one or both events! Click APPLY above to reserve your spot. WHAT IS A MIX & MINGLE? A Mix & Mingle is your opportunity to meet with our IT professionals and learn about what it’s like to work at the City of Tacoma, what types of projects we work on, and get the chance to explore the various careers in Information Technology and Information Systems, Cybersecurity, GIS, Digital Design and Web Communications, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Business and Analytics, Developers, System Support, and much more. During the two hours at either the TPU campus or virtual via Zoom, you will hear some very brief presentations and then spend most of your time engaging with our IT staff, asking questions, learning about their personal career journeys, and finding out about the different career pathways in the IT field. WHEN AND WHERE? There are two opportunities for you to participate. Please feel free to come for one or both opportunities! Simply click the Apply button above and register for your preferred date. After registering you will receive an email with all the information you need to participate. It’s FREE! Thursday, January 18, 2024 from 4pm to 6pm, in-person at the TPU Campus Wednesday, January 31, 2024 from 9am to 11am, virtual via Zoom IS THE MIX & MINGLE FOR YOU? Whether you are a student, or a tech minded professional in the community, the Mix and Mingles are for you Whether you are looking to learn more about the career paths of our employees or the potential employment opportunities we offer, the Mix and Mingles are for you Whether you are interested in exploring the different education and work pathways to get into the IT field and all that entails, or don’t quite know exactly what you want to do, but STEM and IT intrigue you, the Mix & Mingle s are for you HOW DO I SIGN UP? If you are interested in attending one of the Mix & Mingles please click the Apply button in the top right corner. Then complete the form to register to reserve your spot. It’s FREE! NOTE: If it seems like you applied for a position after registering, don't worry you didn't. We are using the same system to register for this event as we do to apply for employment. After you register, you will be sent all the details and instructions to help you get the most out of your time with us. If you have questions, please contact the events information manager . Selection Process & Supplemental Information ** This event information page is managed by HR Analyst Kat Flores . City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play. The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws. The City of Tacoma Tacoma is one of the nation's healthiest, safest, and most playful cities. We have daily access to stunning natural surroundings and a great quality of life. We are Washington's most diverse big city, with arts, culture, parks, and recreational opportunities that are envied by much larger cities. We recognize how lucky we are, but we know we can make it even better....TOGETHER! Tacoma Power is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve approximately 170,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town. Tacoma Water has a proud tradition of operating and maintaining one of the country's oldest municipally owned water systems. We own and operate over $1 billion of assets that provide high-quality water to more than 320,000 direct service customers throughout Pierce and King counties. Our mission is to provide clean, reliable water now and in the future. Environmental Services protects and restores natural resources, keeping our city clean, safe and livable through garbage and recycling pickup, wastewater treatment, household hazardous waste disposal, protection from stormwater pollution and much more. We believe everything we do supports healthy neighborhoods and a thriving Puget Sound, leaving a better Tacoma for all. Planning and Development Services representatives include experts in building code, land use and zoning, traffic, environmental services, private development, and right-of-way. Their mission is to partner with the community to build a livable, sustainable and safe City by providing strategic, timely, predictable, cost effective planning and development services with a culture focused on community engagement, customer service, creativity, accountability and continuous improvement. The Public Works Department and its employees tend to the infrastructure needs and the improvement of the City and its surroundings. They focus is on the safety, cleanliness and smooth function of our streets, buildings and additional facilities. Employee jobs cover a multitude of tasks that keep the city clean, safe and livable such as street maintenance, bridge construction, and maintenance of signs, signals and traffic lights, sidewalk construction and repair and so much more. The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Public Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives. Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger. Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger. Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type. Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees. Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income. Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200. Other Employment Information Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit. Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule. Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees. Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice. Closing Date/Time: 1/30/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Cal State University (CSU) Monterey Bay
100 Campus Center, Seaside, CA 93955, USA
Classification: Administrative Analyst/Specialist Exempt III Hours: Full-time / 40 hours per week FLSA: Exempt Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $7,197 - $8,000* mo. CSU Salary Schedule *CSUMB provides pay scales representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for this position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, and CSU systemwide pay for comparable jobs. Priority Screening Date: November 6, 2023 Recruitment Status: Open Until Filled ABOUT CSUMB California State University, Monterey Bay is a mid-sized university in California’s Central Coast that grants undergraduate and graduate degrees. Powered by an inspiring Founding Vision Statement , CSUMB is part of the nation’s largest four-year public university system, California State University , which educates nearly 460,000 students every year. With a vibrant, diverse student body of over 7,000 students, CSU Monterey Bay is both a Minority Serving Institution and a Hispanic Serving Institution. Our staff and faculty transform students’ lives with a focus on student success and engagement through experiential learning, service learning, and a strong emphasis on multicultural and global perspectives. CSUMB’s sustainability goal is to be carbon neutral by 2030. The university’s Strategic Plan prioritizes inclusive excellence through recruiting and investing in developing a diverse body of faculty, staff and administrators. Many appreciate living and working close to the shores of beautiful Monterey Bay, with easy access to recreational areas from Big Sur to Santa Cruz. Nearby opportunities for collaborative research include working in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Silicon Valley, and with colleagues at local research universities, including UC Santa Cruz and Stanford University. As one of the 23 campuses in the CSU system, CSUMB offers excellent benefits, including access to below-market-rate rental housing on East Campus, and competitive salaries for faculty and staff. With proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area and San Jose, opportunities for faculty, staff and students are as endless as the shores of the nearby Pacific Ocean. PURPOSE : Under general direction of the Director for Environmental Health, Safety & Risk Management, the Safety & Risk Specialist (SRS) provides advanced-level functional expertise and leadership to highly complex and critical programs. Work is primarily strategic in nature with broad impact at the campus and system wide. Responsible for plan development and administration of campus-wide, comprehensive environmental health, safety, and risk management programs. The incumbent will serve as a high-level contributor providing expertise and functional leadership with oversight for day-to-day operations of environmental health, safety & risk programs, including lead work direction to other professional and technical staff. Is accountable for short-and long-term goals and objectives. Serves as a liaison to outside agencies; analyze the impact of and ensure compliance with applicable state/federal regulations and Chancellor’s Office directives. The SRS will develop and recommend compliance strategies that balance regulatory mandates, available technology, and operational budgets. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following : Develop, implement and maintain campus environmental health and occupational safety (EH&S) and risk management plans, programs and training systems including, but not limited, to the following: hazardous materials management, Injury and Illness Prevention (IIP), hazard communication, hazardous waste disposal, respiratory protection, asbestos management, heat illness, laboratory safety, first aid/CPR/AED, defensive driver, low speed vehicles, confined space, lockout/tag-out, chemical hygiene, blood borne pathogen, inspections, assessments, special events, alcohol and food safety, ergonomics, injury investigation, indoor air quality, walking surface, spill containment, emergency notifications, mold/lead/asbestos compliance, fire extinguisher, construction safety/transition for occupants, youth protection, and job hazard/safety analysis. Inspect facilities and processes to assess loss potential and identify hazards; work with departments to implement corrective action. Develop and implement safety and risk assessment protocols and methodologies to recognize, evaluate and control hazards to workers, students, the public, facilities and the environment. Develop and maintain records and databases to track information, analyze trends, coordinate program improvements and file reports. Provide oversight and lead direction for all training for EH&S and risk related programs including, but not limited to above-mentioned. Provide independent leadership and key technical advice regarding the campus wide implementation and maintenance of technology for learning management systems where safety training topics are administered, logged, and reported, for example: CSU Learn/SumTotal, Risk and Safety Solutions (multi-modules). Oversight for innovative technology for safety including: AEDs, GIS/ARCView, website access/administration and chemical inventory systems. Review and evaluate existing programs for effectiveness and the impact of recommended policies and procedures from a strategic and operational perspective. Independently advise and educate the campus community regarding strategies to comply with EH&S and risk regulations including development of recommendations for technological and system improvements. Recommend policies and programs that promote safety and reduce risk/liabilities of the campus community. Lead innovation and process improvement efforts, often developing new strategic approaches and solutions to EH&S and risk programming and compliance campus and system wide. Coordinate and participate in a variety of EH&S and risk related committees, councils and task forces campus wide, system wide, and with local safety-related agencies. Serve as a prime contact for the program and a liaison to the Chancellor’s Office, EH&S and Risk Management counterparts and affinity groups at the other CSU campuses to exchange ideas and benefit from similar experiences. Independently troubleshoots risk and insurance related inquiries, and respond directly to requests by high-level administrators, managers, deans, and department chairs. Review and assess specialized insurance programs, evaluate contracts, insurance policies, and process campus wide and vendor related requests for insurance certificates. Serves as a contact for CSURMA and Systemwide Risk Management. Oversees coordination of insurance program expenses for all types of insurance programs operated by the university, and any other insurance transactions throughout the year. Oversees processing of certificates of insurance, contract review, special licensing, and other requirements based on the type of insurance needed; provides information and education on insurance policy, process and requirements. Serve as a key technical expert on EH&S and risk management topics to executives and management exercising considerable influence over strategic objectives and problem-solving efforts. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the administration, faculty, staff and student body. Exercise tact and good judgment in responding to requests for information and in all actions taken. Other Functions : Performs other job-related duties and special projects as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES : Extensive and in-depth knowledge of and ability to apply expertise in the advanced theories, principles, methods and practices associated with the functional specialty, program, and/or organizational unit, including applicable internal policies and procedures and pertinent laws and regulations. Laws and regulations are highly complex and require substantial judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying them to the specialty or program area. Substantial and broad knowledge of public and private entities including their organizational and operating structures, internal systems, and functional areas, as well as the impact of critical external entities on an organization. Ability to integrate and apply this knowledge to anticipate problems and assess the impact of proposed solutions on various organizational areas. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : General knowledge and skills in the applicable administrative and/or program field with a foundational knowledge of public administration principles, practices, and methods. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor's degree and/or equivalent training and administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs. SPECIALIZED SKILLS : Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to health and safety including, but not limited to: OSHA, EPA, Fort Ord Reuse Authority, CalOSHA, Department of Transportation, Department of Health Services, California State Fire Marshals, California Codes, Title 24 Standards, public health, certified unified program agency, local air quality, water quality, land use, and solid waste standards. Experience with risk management and insurance concepts, liability reduction, claim handling, and risk reduction. Experience in contract administration and project management. Proficient in the use of personal computers including word processing, spreadsheet and database software. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Master’s Degree in related safety/ environmental program, Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Hazardous material training certifications or other professional certificates in the area of EH&S Management or Risk Management. Experience working in higher education. General knowledge of computer software and applications in the EH&S and risk management fields. Thorough knowledge of and ability to apply extensive expertise to complex programs and/or administrative specialties, including pertinent laws and regulations. Skill in the research, development and evaluation of policies and programs, including skill in the collection, evaluation, and interpretation of data to develop sound conclusions and make appropriate recommendations. Ability to work with representatives from public and private entities and handle potentially sensitive situations. Technical fluency with CSU Common Management System or equivalent information system; Microsoft Office Professional Suite, and Google G Suite. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & POSITION DESIGNATIONS : All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check (including a criminal-records check in accordance with the POST regulations). 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. This position will have a duty to report to the Campus Title IX Officer information pertaining to victims of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, dating/domestic violence, and stalking as required by CSU Executive Order 1095. This position has been designated as a sensitive position with: responsibility for the care, safety and security of people (including children and minors), animals and CSU property; responsibility or access/possession of building master or sub-master keys for building access; access to controlled or hazardous substances; and access to and responsibility for detailed personally identifiable Level 1 confidential information about students, faculty, staff or alumni that is protected, personal or sensitive as defined in the CSU Information Security Data Classification Standards. This position is required to comply with confidentiality requirements outlined in the Department of Education’s Family Educational Rights and Privacy and California’s Educational Code Chapter 13 regarding sensitive student issues. This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority, will be required to participate in annual training, and to immediately forward to the Clery Compliance Officer all reports of Clery Act crimes brought to their attention. Must possess and maintain a valid license to drive in the State of California, pass the Defensive Training Class, and be insurable under the University's liability coverage. Requires occasional evenings and/or weekend work. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT : Must participate in all OSHA and University safety programs, as required, and follow all work safety guidelines. Involves working in an environment where chemicals, including organic solvents; compressed gases; biological materials; glass and other sharps may be present. Office environment with standard equipment and tasks. Position requires working at a computer and desk for extended periods of time; be available for on-call assignments or alternate work schedule, including nights and/or weekends; be able to wear a negative pressure respirator; and travel between campus offices and off-campus locations. The health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff remain our highest priority. While on campus, students, faculty, staff, and the community will be expected to follow all campus safety mandates. BENEFITS/PERKS : CSUMB offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, dental and vision plans; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS); and 15 paid holidays a year. For more information, visit Employee Benefits Summary . As a perk, the University Corporation at CSU Monterey Bay provides access to affordable campus housing based on availability; visit Schoonover Employee Housing for more information. APPLICATION PROCEDURE : For full consideration, applicants must complete the required online application prior to the priority screen date found at Careers at CSUMB . Application submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. Materials submitted become the property of CSUMB and will not be returned. CSUMB is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Human Resources at (831) 582-3389 or emailing humanresources@csumb.edu . All employees must be eligible for employment in the U.S. GENERAL INFORMATION : CSUMB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States and is an E-Verify employer. In compliance with federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics, you can view the notice of availability and access the Cal State University, Monterey Bay annual security and fire safety reports at https://csumb.edu/clery/asr-and-fsr-notices-availability/ . CSUMB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER : CSUMB is an Equal Opportunity employer seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms and strive to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. We consider qualified applicants for employment for their anticipated contributions and without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Advertised: Oct 18 2023 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Dec 09, 2023
Classification: Administrative Analyst/Specialist Exempt III Hours: Full-time / 40 hours per week FLSA: Exempt Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $7,197 - $8,000* mo. CSU Salary Schedule *CSUMB provides pay scales representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for this position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, and CSU systemwide pay for comparable jobs. Priority Screening Date: November 6, 2023 Recruitment Status: Open Until Filled ABOUT CSUMB California State University, Monterey Bay is a mid-sized university in California’s Central Coast that grants undergraduate and graduate degrees. Powered by an inspiring Founding Vision Statement , CSUMB is part of the nation’s largest four-year public university system, California State University , which educates nearly 460,000 students every year. With a vibrant, diverse student body of over 7,000 students, CSU Monterey Bay is both a Minority Serving Institution and a Hispanic Serving Institution. Our staff and faculty transform students’ lives with a focus on student success and engagement through experiential learning, service learning, and a strong emphasis on multicultural and global perspectives. CSUMB’s sustainability goal is to be carbon neutral by 2030. The university’s Strategic Plan prioritizes inclusive excellence through recruiting and investing in developing a diverse body of faculty, staff and administrators. Many appreciate living and working close to the shores of beautiful Monterey Bay, with easy access to recreational areas from Big Sur to Santa Cruz. Nearby opportunities for collaborative research include working in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Silicon Valley, and with colleagues at local research universities, including UC Santa Cruz and Stanford University. As one of the 23 campuses in the CSU system, CSUMB offers excellent benefits, including access to below-market-rate rental housing on East Campus, and competitive salaries for faculty and staff. With proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area and San Jose, opportunities for faculty, staff and students are as endless as the shores of the nearby Pacific Ocean. PURPOSE : Under general direction of the Director for Environmental Health, Safety & Risk Management, the Safety & Risk Specialist (SRS) provides advanced-level functional expertise and leadership to highly complex and critical programs. Work is primarily strategic in nature with broad impact at the campus and system wide. Responsible for plan development and administration of campus-wide, comprehensive environmental health, safety, and risk management programs. The incumbent will serve as a high-level contributor providing expertise and functional leadership with oversight for day-to-day operations of environmental health, safety & risk programs, including lead work direction to other professional and technical staff. Is accountable for short-and long-term goals and objectives. Serves as a liaison to outside agencies; analyze the impact of and ensure compliance with applicable state/federal regulations and Chancellor’s Office directives. The SRS will develop and recommend compliance strategies that balance regulatory mandates, available technology, and operational budgets. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following : Develop, implement and maintain campus environmental health and occupational safety (EH&S) and risk management plans, programs and training systems including, but not limited, to the following: hazardous materials management, Injury and Illness Prevention (IIP), hazard communication, hazardous waste disposal, respiratory protection, asbestos management, heat illness, laboratory safety, first aid/CPR/AED, defensive driver, low speed vehicles, confined space, lockout/tag-out, chemical hygiene, blood borne pathogen, inspections, assessments, special events, alcohol and food safety, ergonomics, injury investigation, indoor air quality, walking surface, spill containment, emergency notifications, mold/lead/asbestos compliance, fire extinguisher, construction safety/transition for occupants, youth protection, and job hazard/safety analysis. Inspect facilities and processes to assess loss potential and identify hazards; work with departments to implement corrective action. Develop and implement safety and risk assessment protocols and methodologies to recognize, evaluate and control hazards to workers, students, the public, facilities and the environment. Develop and maintain records and databases to track information, analyze trends, coordinate program improvements and file reports. Provide oversight and lead direction for all training for EH&S and risk related programs including, but not limited to above-mentioned. Provide independent leadership and key technical advice regarding the campus wide implementation and maintenance of technology for learning management systems where safety training topics are administered, logged, and reported, for example: CSU Learn/SumTotal, Risk and Safety Solutions (multi-modules). Oversight for innovative technology for safety including: AEDs, GIS/ARCView, website access/administration and chemical inventory systems. Review and evaluate existing programs for effectiveness and the impact of recommended policies and procedures from a strategic and operational perspective. Independently advise and educate the campus community regarding strategies to comply with EH&S and risk regulations including development of recommendations for technological and system improvements. Recommend policies and programs that promote safety and reduce risk/liabilities of the campus community. Lead innovation and process improvement efforts, often developing new strategic approaches and solutions to EH&S and risk programming and compliance campus and system wide. Coordinate and participate in a variety of EH&S and risk related committees, councils and task forces campus wide, system wide, and with local safety-related agencies. Serve as a prime contact for the program and a liaison to the Chancellor’s Office, EH&S and Risk Management counterparts and affinity groups at the other CSU campuses to exchange ideas and benefit from similar experiences. Independently troubleshoots risk and insurance related inquiries, and respond directly to requests by high-level administrators, managers, deans, and department chairs. Review and assess specialized insurance programs, evaluate contracts, insurance policies, and process campus wide and vendor related requests for insurance certificates. Serves as a contact for CSURMA and Systemwide Risk Management. Oversees coordination of insurance program expenses for all types of insurance programs operated by the university, and any other insurance transactions throughout the year. Oversees processing of certificates of insurance, contract review, special licensing, and other requirements based on the type of insurance needed; provides information and education on insurance policy, process and requirements. Serve as a key technical expert on EH&S and risk management topics to executives and management exercising considerable influence over strategic objectives and problem-solving efforts. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the administration, faculty, staff and student body. Exercise tact and good judgment in responding to requests for information and in all actions taken. Other Functions : Performs other job-related duties and special projects as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES : Extensive and in-depth knowledge of and ability to apply expertise in the advanced theories, principles, methods and practices associated with the functional specialty, program, and/or organizational unit, including applicable internal policies and procedures and pertinent laws and regulations. Laws and regulations are highly complex and require substantial judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying them to the specialty or program area. Substantial and broad knowledge of public and private entities including their organizational and operating structures, internal systems, and functional areas, as well as the impact of critical external entities on an organization. Ability to integrate and apply this knowledge to anticipate problems and assess the impact of proposed solutions on various organizational areas. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : General knowledge and skills in the applicable administrative and/or program field with a foundational knowledge of public administration principles, practices, and methods. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor's degree and/or equivalent training and administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs. SPECIALIZED SKILLS : Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to health and safety including, but not limited to: OSHA, EPA, Fort Ord Reuse Authority, CalOSHA, Department of Transportation, Department of Health Services, California State Fire Marshals, California Codes, Title 24 Standards, public health, certified unified program agency, local air quality, water quality, land use, and solid waste standards. Experience with risk management and insurance concepts, liability reduction, claim handling, and risk reduction. Experience in contract administration and project management. Proficient in the use of personal computers including word processing, spreadsheet and database software. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Master’s Degree in related safety/ environmental program, Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Hazardous material training certifications or other professional certificates in the area of EH&S Management or Risk Management. Experience working in higher education. General knowledge of computer software and applications in the EH&S and risk management fields. Thorough knowledge of and ability to apply extensive expertise to complex programs and/or administrative specialties, including pertinent laws and regulations. Skill in the research, development and evaluation of policies and programs, including skill in the collection, evaluation, and interpretation of data to develop sound conclusions and make appropriate recommendations. Ability to work with representatives from public and private entities and handle potentially sensitive situations. Technical fluency with CSU Common Management System or equivalent information system; Microsoft Office Professional Suite, and Google G Suite. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & POSITION DESIGNATIONS : All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check (including a criminal-records check in accordance with the POST regulations). 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. This position will have a duty to report to the Campus Title IX Officer information pertaining to victims of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, dating/domestic violence, and stalking as required by CSU Executive Order 1095. This position has been designated as a sensitive position with: responsibility for the care, safety and security of people (including children and minors), animals and CSU property; responsibility or access/possession of building master or sub-master keys for building access; access to controlled or hazardous substances; and access to and responsibility for detailed personally identifiable Level 1 confidential information about students, faculty, staff or alumni that is protected, personal or sensitive as defined in the CSU Information Security Data Classification Standards. This position is required to comply with confidentiality requirements outlined in the Department of Education’s Family Educational Rights and Privacy and California’s Educational Code Chapter 13 regarding sensitive student issues. This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority, will be required to participate in annual training, and to immediately forward to the Clery Compliance Officer all reports of Clery Act crimes brought to their attention. Must possess and maintain a valid license to drive in the State of California, pass the Defensive Training Class, and be insurable under the University's liability coverage. Requires occasional evenings and/or weekend work. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT : Must participate in all OSHA and University safety programs, as required, and follow all work safety guidelines. Involves working in an environment where chemicals, including organic solvents; compressed gases; biological materials; glass and other sharps may be present. Office environment with standard equipment and tasks. Position requires working at a computer and desk for extended periods of time; be available for on-call assignments or alternate work schedule, including nights and/or weekends; be able to wear a negative pressure respirator; and travel between campus offices and off-campus locations. The health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff remain our highest priority. While on campus, students, faculty, staff, and the community will be expected to follow all campus safety mandates. BENEFITS/PERKS : CSUMB offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, dental and vision plans; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS); and 15 paid holidays a year. For more information, visit Employee Benefits Summary . As a perk, the University Corporation at CSU Monterey Bay provides access to affordable campus housing based on availability; visit Schoonover Employee Housing for more information. APPLICATION PROCEDURE : For full consideration, applicants must complete the required online application prior to the priority screen date found at Careers at CSUMB . Application submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. Materials submitted become the property of CSUMB and will not be returned. CSUMB is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Human Resources at (831) 582-3389 or emailing humanresources@csumb.edu . All employees must be eligible for employment in the U.S. GENERAL INFORMATION : CSUMB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States and is an E-Verify employer. In compliance with federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics, you can view the notice of availability and access the Cal State University, Monterey Bay annual security and fire safety reports at https://csumb.edu/clery/asr-and-fsr-notices-availability/ . CSUMB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER : CSUMB is an Equal Opportunity employer seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms and strive to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. We consider qualified applicants for employment for their anticipated contributions and without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Advertised: Oct 18 2023 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Cal State University (CSU) Monterey Bay
100 Campus Center, Seaside, CA 93955, USA
Description: Classification: Administrative Analyst/Specialist Exempt III Hours: Full-time / 40 hours per week FLSA: Exempt Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $7,197 - $8,000* mo. CSU Salary Schedule *CSUMB provides pay scales representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for this position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, and CSU systemwide pay for comparable jobs. Priority Screening Date: November 6, 2023 Recruitment Status: Open Until Filled ABOUT CSUMB California State University, Monterey Bay is a mid-sized university in California’s Central Coast that grants undergraduate and graduate degrees. Powered by an inspiring Founding Vision Statement , CSUMB is part of the nation’s largest four-year public university system, California State University , which educates nearly 460,000 students every year. With a vibrant, diverse student body of over 7,000 students, CSU Monterey Bay is both a Minority Serving Institution and a Hispanic Serving Institution. Our staff and faculty transform students’ lives with a focus on student success and engagement through experiential learning, service learning, and a strong emphasis on multicultural and global perspectives. CSUMB’s sustainability goal is to be carbon neutral by 2030. The university’s Strategic Plan prioritizes inclusive excellence through recruiting and investing in developing a diverse body of faculty, staff and administrators. Many appreciate living and working close to the shores of beautiful Monterey Bay, with easy access to recreational areas from Big Sur to Santa Cruz. Nearby opportunities for collaborative research include working in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Silicon Valley, and with colleagues at local research universities, including UC Santa Cruz and Stanford University. As one of the 23 campuses in the CSU system, CSUMB offers excellent benefits, including access to below-market-rate rental housing on East Campus, and competitive salaries for faculty and staff. With proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area and San Jose, opportunities for faculty, staff and students are as endless as the shores of the nearby Pacific Ocean. PURPOSE : Under general direction of the Director for Environmental Health, Safety & Risk Management, the Safety & Risk Specialist (SRS) provides advanced-level functional expertise and leadership to highly complex and critical programs. Work is primarily strategic in nature with broad impact at the campus and system wide. Responsible for plan development and administration of campus-wide, comprehensive environmental health, safety, and risk management programs. The incumbent will serve as a high-level contributor providing expertise and functional leadership with oversight for day-to-day operations of environmental health, safety & risk programs, including lead work direction to other professional and technical staff. Is accountable for short-and long-term goals and objectives. Serves as a liaison to outside agencies; analyze the impact of and ensure compliance with applicable state/federal regulations and Chancellor’s Office directives. The SRS will develop and recommend compliance strategies that balance regulatory mandates, available technology, and operational budgets. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following : Develop, implement and maintain campus environmental health and occupational safety (EH&S) and risk management plans, programs and training systems including, but not limited, to the following: hazardous materials management, Injury and Illness Prevention (IIP), hazard communication, hazardous waste disposal, respiratory protection, asbestos management, heat illness, laboratory safety, first aid/CPR/AED, defensive driver, low speed vehicles, confined space, lockout/tag-out, chemical hygiene, blood borne pathogen, inspections, assessments, special events, alcohol and food safety, ergonomics, injury investigation, indoor air quality, walking surface, spill containment, emergency notifications, mold/lead/asbestos compliance, fire extinguisher, construction safety/transition for occupants, youth protection, and job hazard/safety analysis. Inspect facilities and processes to assess loss potential and identify hazards; work with departments to implement corrective action. Develop and implement safety and risk assessment protocols and methodologies to recognize, evaluate and control hazards to workers, students, the public, facilities and the environment. Develop and maintain records and databases to track information, analyze trends, coordinate program improvements and file reports. Provide oversight and lead direction for all training for EH&S and risk related programs including, but not limited to above-mentioned. Provide independent leadership and key technical advice regarding the campus wide implementation and maintenance of technology for learning management systems where safety training topics are administered, logged, and reported, for example: CSU Learn/SumTotal, Risk and Safety Solutions (multi-modules). Oversight for innovative technology for safety including: AEDs, GIS/ARCView, website access/administration and chemical inventory systems. Review and evaluate existing programs for effectiveness and the impact of recommended policies and procedures from a strategic and operational perspective. Independently advise and educate the campus community regarding strategies to comply with EH&S and risk regulations including development of recommendations for technological and system improvements. Recommend policies and programs that promote safety and reduce risk/liabilities of the campus community. Lead innovation and process improvement efforts, often developing new strategic approaches and solutions to EH&S and risk programming and compliance campus and system wide. Coordinate and participate in a variety of EH&S and risk related committees, councils and task forces campus wide, system wide, and with local safety-related agencies. Serve as a prime contact for the program and a liaison to the Chancellor’s Office, EH&S and Risk Management counterparts and affinity groups at the other CSU campuses to exchange ideas and benefit from similar experiences. Independently troubleshoots risk and insurance related inquiries, and respond directly to requests by high-level administrators, managers, deans, and department chairs. Review and assess specialized insurance programs, evaluate contracts, insurance policies, and process campus wide and vendor related requests for insurance certificates. Serves as a contact for CSURMA and Systemwide Risk Management. Oversees coordination of insurance program expenses for all types of insurance programs operated by the university, and any other insurance transactions throughout the year. Oversees processing of certificates of insurance, contract review, special licensing, and other requirements based on the type of insurance needed; provides information and education on insurance policy, process and requirements. Serve as a key technical expert on EH&S and risk management topics to executives and management exercising considerable influence over strategic objectives and problem-solving efforts. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the administration, faculty, staff and student body. Exercise tact and good judgment in responding to requests for information and in all actions taken. Other Functions : Performs other job-related duties and special projects as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES : Extensive and in-depth knowledge of and ability to apply expertise in the advanced theories, principles, methods and practices associated with the functional specialty, program, and/or organizational unit, including applicable internal policies and procedures and pertinent laws and regulations. Laws and regulations are highly complex and require substantial judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying them to the specialty or program area. Substantial and broad knowledge of public and private entities including their organizational and operating structures, internal systems, and functional areas, as well as the impact of critical external entities on an organization. Ability to integrate and apply this knowledge to anticipate problems and assess the impact of proposed solutions on various organizational areas. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : General knowledge and skills in the applicable administrative and/or program field with a foundational knowledge of public administration principles, practices, and methods. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor's degree and/or equivalent training and administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs. SPECIALIZED SKILLS : Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to health and safety including, but not limited to: OSHA, EPA, Fort Ord Reuse Authority, CalOSHA, Department of Transportation, Department of Health Services, California State Fire Marshals, California Codes, Title 24 Standards, public health, certified unified program agency, local air quality, water quality, land use, and solid waste standards. Experience with risk management and insurance concepts, liability reduction, claim handling, and risk reduction. Experience in contract administration and project management. Proficient in the use of personal computers including word processing, spreadsheet and database software. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Master’s Degree in related safety/ environmental program, Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Hazardous material training certifications or other professional certificates in the area of EH&S Management or Risk Management. Experience working in higher education. General knowledge of computer software and applications in the EH&S and risk management fields. Thorough knowledge of and ability to apply extensive expertise to complex programs and/or administrative specialties, including pertinent laws and regulations. Skill in the research, development and evaluation of policies and programs, including skill in the collection, evaluation, and interpretation of data to develop sound conclusions and make appropriate recommendations. Ability to work with representatives from public and private entities and handle potentially sensitive situations. Technical fluency with CSU Common Management System or equivalent information system; Microsoft Office Professional Suite, and Google G Suite. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & POSITION DESIGNATIONS : All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check (including a criminal-records check in accordance with the POST regulations). 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. This position will have a duty to report to the Campus Title IX Officer information pertaining to victims of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, dating/domestic violence, and stalking as required by CSU Executive Order 1095. This position has been designated as a sensitive position with: responsibility for the care, safety and security of people (including children and minors), animals and CSU property; responsibility or access/possession of building master or sub-master keys for building access; access to controlled or hazardous substances; and access to and responsibility for detailed personally identifiable Level 1 confidential information about students, faculty, staff or alumni that is protected, personal or sensitive as defined in the CSU Information Security Data Classification Standards. This position is required to comply with confidentiality requirements outlined in the Department of Education’s Family Educational Rights and Privacy and California’s Educational Code Chapter 13 regarding sensitive student issues. This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority, will be required to participate in annual training, and to immediately forward to the Clery Compliance Officer all reports of Clery Act crimes brought to their attention. Must possess and maintain a valid license to drive in the State of California, pass the Defensive Training Class, and be insurable under the University's liability coverage. Requires occasional evenings and/or weekend work. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT : Must participate in all OSHA and University safety programs, as required, and follow all work safety guidelines. Involves working in an environment where chemicals, including organic solvents; compressed gases; biological materials; glass and other sharps may be present. Office environment with standard equipment and tasks. Position requires working at a computer and desk for extended periods of time; be available for on-call assignments or alternate work schedule, including nights and/or weekends; be able to wear a negative pressure respirator; and travel between campus offices and off-campus locations. The health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff remain our highest priority. While on campus, students, faculty, staff, and the community will be expected to follow all campus safety mandates. BENEFITS/PERKS : CSUMB offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, dental and vision plans; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS); and 15 paid holidays a year. For more information, visit Employee Benefits Summary . As a perk, the University Corporation at CSU Monterey Bay provides access to affordable campus housing based on availability; visit Schoonover Employee Housing for more information. APPLICATION PROCEDURE : For full consideration, applicants must complete the required online application prior to the priority screen date found at Careers at CSUMB . Application submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. Materials submitted become the property of CSUMB and will not be returned. CSUMB is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Human Resources at (831) 582-3389 or emailing humanresources@csumb.edu . All employees must be eligible for employment in the U.S. GENERAL INFORMATION : CSUMB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States and is an E-Verify employer. In compliance with federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics, you can view the notice of availability and access the Cal State University, Monterey Bay annual security and fire safety reports at https://csumb.edu/clery/asr-and-fsr-notices-availability/ . CSUMB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER : CSUMB is an Equal Opportunity employer seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms and strive to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. We consider qualified applicants for employment for their anticipated contributions and without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
Oct 19, 2023
Full Time
Description: Classification: Administrative Analyst/Specialist Exempt III Hours: Full-time / 40 hours per week FLSA: Exempt Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $7,197 - $8,000* mo. CSU Salary Schedule *CSUMB provides pay scales representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for this position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, and CSU systemwide pay for comparable jobs. Priority Screening Date: November 6, 2023 Recruitment Status: Open Until Filled ABOUT CSUMB California State University, Monterey Bay is a mid-sized university in California’s Central Coast that grants undergraduate and graduate degrees. Powered by an inspiring Founding Vision Statement , CSUMB is part of the nation’s largest four-year public university system, California State University , which educates nearly 460,000 students every year. With a vibrant, diverse student body of over 7,000 students, CSU Monterey Bay is both a Minority Serving Institution and a Hispanic Serving Institution. Our staff and faculty transform students’ lives with a focus on student success and engagement through experiential learning, service learning, and a strong emphasis on multicultural and global perspectives. CSUMB’s sustainability goal is to be carbon neutral by 2030. The university’s Strategic Plan prioritizes inclusive excellence through recruiting and investing in developing a diverse body of faculty, staff and administrators. Many appreciate living and working close to the shores of beautiful Monterey Bay, with easy access to recreational areas from Big Sur to Santa Cruz. Nearby opportunities for collaborative research include working in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Silicon Valley, and with colleagues at local research universities, including UC Santa Cruz and Stanford University. As one of the 23 campuses in the CSU system, CSUMB offers excellent benefits, including access to below-market-rate rental housing on East Campus, and competitive salaries for faculty and staff. With proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area and San Jose, opportunities for faculty, staff and students are as endless as the shores of the nearby Pacific Ocean. PURPOSE : Under general direction of the Director for Environmental Health, Safety & Risk Management, the Safety & Risk Specialist (SRS) provides advanced-level functional expertise and leadership to highly complex and critical programs. Work is primarily strategic in nature with broad impact at the campus and system wide. Responsible for plan development and administration of campus-wide, comprehensive environmental health, safety, and risk management programs. The incumbent will serve as a high-level contributor providing expertise and functional leadership with oversight for day-to-day operations of environmental health, safety & risk programs, including lead work direction to other professional and technical staff. Is accountable for short-and long-term goals and objectives. Serves as a liaison to outside agencies; analyze the impact of and ensure compliance with applicable state/federal regulations and Chancellor’s Office directives. The SRS will develop and recommend compliance strategies that balance regulatory mandates, available technology, and operational budgets. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following : Develop, implement and maintain campus environmental health and occupational safety (EH&S) and risk management plans, programs and training systems including, but not limited, to the following: hazardous materials management, Injury and Illness Prevention (IIP), hazard communication, hazardous waste disposal, respiratory protection, asbestos management, heat illness, laboratory safety, first aid/CPR/AED, defensive driver, low speed vehicles, confined space, lockout/tag-out, chemical hygiene, blood borne pathogen, inspections, assessments, special events, alcohol and food safety, ergonomics, injury investigation, indoor air quality, walking surface, spill containment, emergency notifications, mold/lead/asbestos compliance, fire extinguisher, construction safety/transition for occupants, youth protection, and job hazard/safety analysis. Inspect facilities and processes to assess loss potential and identify hazards; work with departments to implement corrective action. Develop and implement safety and risk assessment protocols and methodologies to recognize, evaluate and control hazards to workers, students, the public, facilities and the environment. Develop and maintain records and databases to track information, analyze trends, coordinate program improvements and file reports. Provide oversight and lead direction for all training for EH&S and risk related programs including, but not limited to above-mentioned. Provide independent leadership and key technical advice regarding the campus wide implementation and maintenance of technology for learning management systems where safety training topics are administered, logged, and reported, for example: CSU Learn/SumTotal, Risk and Safety Solutions (multi-modules). Oversight for innovative technology for safety including: AEDs, GIS/ARCView, website access/administration and chemical inventory systems. Review and evaluate existing programs for effectiveness and the impact of recommended policies and procedures from a strategic and operational perspective. Independently advise and educate the campus community regarding strategies to comply with EH&S and risk regulations including development of recommendations for technological and system improvements. Recommend policies and programs that promote safety and reduce risk/liabilities of the campus community. Lead innovation and process improvement efforts, often developing new strategic approaches and solutions to EH&S and risk programming and compliance campus and system wide. Coordinate and participate in a variety of EH&S and risk related committees, councils and task forces campus wide, system wide, and with local safety-related agencies. Serve as a prime contact for the program and a liaison to the Chancellor’s Office, EH&S and Risk Management counterparts and affinity groups at the other CSU campuses to exchange ideas and benefit from similar experiences. Independently troubleshoots risk and insurance related inquiries, and respond directly to requests by high-level administrators, managers, deans, and department chairs. Review and assess specialized insurance programs, evaluate contracts, insurance policies, and process campus wide and vendor related requests for insurance certificates. Serves as a contact for CSURMA and Systemwide Risk Management. Oversees coordination of insurance program expenses for all types of insurance programs operated by the university, and any other insurance transactions throughout the year. Oversees processing of certificates of insurance, contract review, special licensing, and other requirements based on the type of insurance needed; provides information and education on insurance policy, process and requirements. Serve as a key technical expert on EH&S and risk management topics to executives and management exercising considerable influence over strategic objectives and problem-solving efforts. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the administration, faculty, staff and student body. Exercise tact and good judgment in responding to requests for information and in all actions taken. Other Functions : Performs other job-related duties and special projects as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES : Extensive and in-depth knowledge of and ability to apply expertise in the advanced theories, principles, methods and practices associated with the functional specialty, program, and/or organizational unit, including applicable internal policies and procedures and pertinent laws and regulations. Laws and regulations are highly complex and require substantial judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying them to the specialty or program area. Substantial and broad knowledge of public and private entities including their organizational and operating structures, internal systems, and functional areas, as well as the impact of critical external entities on an organization. Ability to integrate and apply this knowledge to anticipate problems and assess the impact of proposed solutions on various organizational areas. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : General knowledge and skills in the applicable administrative and/or program field with a foundational knowledge of public administration principles, practices, and methods. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor's degree and/or equivalent training and administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs. SPECIALIZED SKILLS : Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to health and safety including, but not limited to: OSHA, EPA, Fort Ord Reuse Authority, CalOSHA, Department of Transportation, Department of Health Services, California State Fire Marshals, California Codes, Title 24 Standards, public health, certified unified program agency, local air quality, water quality, land use, and solid waste standards. Experience with risk management and insurance concepts, liability reduction, claim handling, and risk reduction. Experience in contract administration and project management. Proficient in the use of personal computers including word processing, spreadsheet and database software. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Master’s Degree in related safety/ environmental program, Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Hazardous material training certifications or other professional certificates in the area of EH&S Management or Risk Management. Experience working in higher education. General knowledge of computer software and applications in the EH&S and risk management fields. Thorough knowledge of and ability to apply extensive expertise to complex programs and/or administrative specialties, including pertinent laws and regulations. Skill in the research, development and evaluation of policies and programs, including skill in the collection, evaluation, and interpretation of data to develop sound conclusions and make appropriate recommendations. Ability to work with representatives from public and private entities and handle potentially sensitive situations. Technical fluency with CSU Common Management System or equivalent information system; Microsoft Office Professional Suite, and Google G Suite. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & POSITION DESIGNATIONS : All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check (including a criminal-records check in accordance with the POST regulations). 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. This position will have a duty to report to the Campus Title IX Officer information pertaining to victims of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, dating/domestic violence, and stalking as required by CSU Executive Order 1095. This position has been designated as a sensitive position with: responsibility for the care, safety and security of people (including children and minors), animals and CSU property; responsibility or access/possession of building master or sub-master keys for building access; access to controlled or hazardous substances; and access to and responsibility for detailed personally identifiable Level 1 confidential information about students, faculty, staff or alumni that is protected, personal or sensitive as defined in the CSU Information Security Data Classification Standards. This position is required to comply with confidentiality requirements outlined in the Department of Education’s Family Educational Rights and Privacy and California’s Educational Code Chapter 13 regarding sensitive student issues. This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority, will be required to participate in annual training, and to immediately forward to the Clery Compliance Officer all reports of Clery Act crimes brought to their attention. Must possess and maintain a valid license to drive in the State of California, pass the Defensive Training Class, and be insurable under the University's liability coverage. Requires occasional evenings and/or weekend work. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT : Must participate in all OSHA and University safety programs, as required, and follow all work safety guidelines. Involves working in an environment where chemicals, including organic solvents; compressed gases; biological materials; glass and other sharps may be present. Office environment with standard equipment and tasks. Position requires working at a computer and desk for extended periods of time; be available for on-call assignments or alternate work schedule, including nights and/or weekends; be able to wear a negative pressure respirator; and travel between campus offices and off-campus locations. The health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff remain our highest priority. While on campus, students, faculty, staff, and the community will be expected to follow all campus safety mandates. BENEFITS/PERKS : CSUMB offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, dental and vision plans; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS); and 15 paid holidays a year. For more information, visit Employee Benefits Summary . As a perk, the University Corporation at CSU Monterey Bay provides access to affordable campus housing based on availability; visit Schoonover Employee Housing for more information. APPLICATION PROCEDURE : For full consideration, applicants must complete the required online application prior to the priority screen date found at Careers at CSUMB . Application submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. Materials submitted become the property of CSUMB and will not be returned. CSUMB is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Human Resources at (831) 582-3389 or emailing humanresources@csumb.edu . All employees must be eligible for employment in the U.S. GENERAL INFORMATION : CSUMB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States and is an E-Verify employer. In compliance with federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics, you can view the notice of availability and access the Cal State University, Monterey Bay annual security and fire safety reports at https://csumb.edu/clery/asr-and-fsr-notices-availability/ . CSUMB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER : CSUMB is an Equal Opportunity employer seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms and strive to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. We consider qualified applicants for employment for their anticipated contributions and without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
Cal State University (CSU) Humboldt
1 Harpst Street, Arcata, CA 95521, USA
Description: Senior Designer | Job Captain Facilities Management | Planning, Design & Construction Job #526160 First Review Date: Thursday, May 4, 2023 Open Until Filled At Cal Poly Humboldt, bold hearts and open minds shape the future. Founded in 1913, Cal Poly Humboldt began as a small college for teachers. Today Humboldt has grown into a comprehensive university with rigorous science and liberal arts programs. Designated a polytechnic in 2022, Cal Poly Humboldt provides hands-on, impactful educational opportunities that lead to meaningful, measurable outcomes for the individual, for the state, and the world. Cal Poly Humboldt is proud to have nearly 6,000 students of all backgrounds spread across 61 majors, 13 graduate programs, and 4 credential programs - all of whom contribute passion and creativity within their fields and set the stage for a future grounded in equity and sustainability. Hands-on learning, inspired teaching, ground-breaking research, and thought-provoking creative activity happen daily at Humboldt. Cal Poly Humboldt is a Hispanic-Serving Institution that strives to foster an inclusive and equitable community to support our students of diverse backgrounds. We are committed to achieving the goals of equal opportunity and endeavors to employ faculty and staff of the highest quality committed to working in a multicultural and multiracial community that reflects the diversity of the state. Finding a better future is a task for the bold and open, the down-to-earth and visionary. Cal Poly Humboldt strives to cultivate these qualities in leaders, innovators, and scholars in every field. (Job #526160) Administrative Analyst/Specialist II E, Designer, Facilities management | Planning, Design & Construction, Salary Range: $5,022 - $9,083 monthly. Appointments are typically made at the beginning of the salary range. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. This is a permanent, full-time, benefited, exempt, 12-month pay plan position with a one-year probationary period in Department. This position comes with a premium benefits package that includes outstanding vacation, medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, voluntary pre-tax health and dependent care reimbursement accounts, a fee waiver education program, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), and 14 paid holidays per year. Additional benefits information can be found at https://hraps.humboldt.edu/employee-benefits . Position Summary: Under general supervision of the Director of Planning, Design & Construction, the Campus Architect and in collaboration with colleagues across the campus, the incumbent is responsible for planning, designing, developing construction documents, and coordinating the successful implementation of assigned projects; provision of services required to deliver the University's planning, design, and construction functions; and coordinating efforts involved with ensuring University and facility information is accurate and up to date. The incumbent creates project designs and plans for all phases of projects and coordinates building design consultants, trades, and agencies related to design while monitoring drawings. Key Responsibilities: 75% Provides Services Required to Successfully Implement Minor Capital Projects including Repair, Maintenance and Alteration Projects Work with department architectural and engineering professionals to develop and coordinate construction documents using AutoCAD to fully describe floor plans, site plans, sections, elevations, schedules, and details for diverse types of projects including new and renovation projects through all phases of design. Research materials and systems for use in the development of specifications. Produces and/or coordinates the efforts of consultants in the production of programming documents, design documents and existing building condition reports for projects as assigned. Develops and presents design and construction schedules in association with assigned projects. Coordinates schedules and communication with campus clients and Construction Administrator to ensure projects are delivered on schedule and within budget. Prepares cost estimates or coordinates the efforts of cost estimating consultants for assigned projects at the schematic, developmental and permitting stage to ensure projected budgets remain within limitations as determined for the project. Develops and presents value engineering options should project exceed limitation. Produces and/or coordinates the efforts of design consultants in production of schematic drawings for assigned projects in order to effectively communicate design elements to Facilities Management staff and project stakeholders. Supports and/or coordinates efforts to facilitate design meetings including but not limited to taking meeting minutes, preparing presentation materials, coordinating meeting schedules and presenting information or leading meetings as assigned. In coordination with the Director of Planning, Design & Construction, Campus Architect, and Facilities Management Staff, implements and coordinates design review for assigned projects including coordination with campus consultants where requested. Also leads efforts to consistently implement assigned project start up and close out procedures so as to ensure all work is completed properly. Working with Facilities Management Staff and the Campus Community, coordinates discussions regarding assigned project scope of work and facilitates the design process for complex Facilities Management maintenance and repair-related work orders. Review submittals for compliance with contract documents. Track and coordinate project submittals with consultants and staff reviews during project construction administration for in-house projects. Review and respond to RFI's from contractors and in-house trades. As assigned, develops space solutions to increase space efficiency and satisfy user needs by leveraging CSU/Campus Design Standards, California Building Code and innovative approaches to re-arrangement and/or renovation. Assists with development of RFP/RFQ documents and coordinates the procurement effort associated with professional design and engineering services and contracts in support of campus projects. In coordination with the Director of Planning, Design & Construction and Campus Architect, develops the necessary documents in the application of regulatory approvals and other authorities having jurisdiction. Coordinate design and provide the project management team support including taking field measurements, survey of existing conditions, research as built drawings, and create base drawings. Provide special project support to Campus Administration as requested. 10% Coordinates Efforts to Ensure University Facility Information Remains Up-to-Date & Accurate & Provides Services Required to Implement the University's Planning & Design Functions Within an approved organizational structure, maintains the University campus mapping system, utility infrastructure mapping, building floor plans, site plans, master plan and other related data including coordination with University space/facilities database information. Supports updates of campus space information including building floor plans, various campus maps and occupancy data. Updates data as required based on modifications implemented and reported. Prepares documents for posting or submission as requested. Supports analytic efforts to complete the annual submission of the University Space & Facilities Database information and Custodial & Farm Square Footage Report to the Chancellor's Office. Supports development and maintenance of University design guidelines and product standards. This includes the development and recommendation of said guidelines and standards. Maintains University facilities information within both a hard copy and electronic environment to include plans, drawings, specifications, warranties, surveys, reports and other information judged pertinent to the University's management of its facilities and property. Supports Facilities Management in the specification and ordering of approved campus standard furnishings and equipment. 10% Provides General Analytical Support Necessary for the Functions Noted Above & General Assignments Maintain records and retrieves data related to work performed using manual and/or computerized record-keeping systems. Attends mandated University trainings (safety and other), meetings and other events during normal work hours and as requested. Utilizes University electronic time management/absence reporting system as directed by supervisor. Handles sensitive information and maintains confidentiality with Office staff, University departments, and external agencies. May perform duties associated with emergency response functions in the event of an emergency (i.e., earthquake, fire, flood, etc.,) 5% Other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Associated with this Position Include: Knowledge of physical planning as pertaining to a University campus including the ability to learn and effectively apply those standards, guidelines, processes, procedures and terminology specific to the California State University. Proficient in Autodesk software products including AutoCAD and Revit to produce construction documents and details and to perform planning and design documents. Knowledge of project management as pertaining to construction projects including the ability to learn and effectively apply those standards, guidelines, processes, procedures and terminology specific to the University and California State University system. Project management skills including those required to plan, coordinate and implement complex projects with a diverse group of clientèle. Knowledge of and ability to effectively apply the California Building Code with regard to project planning, design, review and implementation. Ability to independently research, interpret, develop, communicate and implement regulations, codes, policies, procedures, guidelines and precedents regarding facilities information and project management. Ability to research and analyze data from a variety of sources and generate reports including skill in identifying, investigating and analyzing problems that impact project success or facilities information. To include recommendations toward solutions for such. Ability to take initiative and independently plan, organize, coordinate and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved. Ability to collaboratively work with representatives within the campus and public/private entities and handle potentially sensitive situations appropriately. To include demonstrated consultative skills in working with internal and external constituent groups. Ability to effectively interpret, organize and present information, ideas and concepts in written or presentation format and use consultative, collaborative and facilitation skills to obtain decisions required to move forward toward implementation. Exercise attention to detail, including content and format. Ability to make independent decisions and exercise sound judgment. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within and outside the Department and Unit as well as serve as a liaison to the campus and community. General working knowledge of applicable University infrastructure, policies and procedures. Fluent in the use of standard office equipment (copiers, scanners, fax machines, radios, multi-faceted phone and voicemail systems, etc.,), technology and standard computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Explorer, etc.,). Ability to learn the use of GIS software (i.e., ESRI ArcGIS, etc.,) to perform planning and design functions. Ability to recognize and accommodate changing priorities; meet short and long term deadlines/goals; and complete routine tasks despite intermittent interruptions. This includes managing multiple tasks and working pro-actively to avoid crisis and backlog. Ability to operationalize sustainability concepts (economy, society, environment) into all aspects of performing job duties. Well developed written and oral communication skills including a thorough foundation in English grammar, spelling and punctuation to effectively communicate standard information. Ability to initiate and maintain cooperative relationships with people from diverse backgrounds including University personnel and the public. Skill, ability, or life experience to contribute as a team player in a respectful and professional environment. Skill to produce rough sketches using a variety of media to illustrate field conditions to others. Ability to instruct, train, and serve as a resource to others. Minimum Qualifications: The minimum qualifications required to perform all essential functions for this position include: Knowledge and skills in drafting, planning, and design with a foundational knowledge of public administration principles, practices, and methods. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor's degree - OR - through a combination of education and work experience with provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position - primarily the ability to provide program leadership of a strategic nature through planning activities, and the analysis, development, and evaluation of complex programs. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in architecture, planning, design, business and/or equivalent training and administrative work experience involving planning, designing, drafting and coordinating projects. Two years of progressively responsible work experience involving planning, designing, drafting and coordinating projects. Thorough knowledge of the California Building Code. General knowledge of physical planning as pertaining to a University campus. Thorough knowledge of project management practices as related to managing the design effort and construction administration effort associated with projects. Equivalent to ten years of progressively responsible work experience involving planning, designing, drafting and coordinating projects. Application Procedure: To apply, qualified candidates must electronically submit the following materials by clicking the Apply Now button: Letter of Interest Resume or Curriculum Vitae Contact information for at least three professional references Application Deadline: The deadline to submit application materials is for first review is 11:55 p.m. on Thursday, May 4, 2023. Any inquiries about this recruitment can be directed to careers@humboldt.edu or Cal Poly Humboldt’s Human Resources Office at (707) 826-3626. Cal Poly Humboldt sits on the traditional homelands of the Wiyot people in what is currently called Arcata, CA. The Wiyot people call the area Goudi’ni (over in the woods). Cal Poly Humboldt was the first campus in the California State University system to offer a stand-alone major in Native American Studies. Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to enriching its educational environment and its culture through the diversity of its staff, faculty, and administration. Persons with interest and experience in helping organizations set and achieve goals relative to diversity and inclusion are especially encouraged to apply. Working in the state of California is a condition of employment for this position. Even if part or all of an employee's assignment can be performed remotely, the employee must maintain a permanent residence in the state of California. The employee must be able to accept on-campus work assignment, as assigned, and come to campus when needed. CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to hr@campus.edu . Cal Poly Humboldt hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. This position may be considered a “Campus Security Authority”, pursuant to the Clery Act, and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1107 a condition of employment. CAL POLY HUMBOLDT IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS (e.g. H1-B VISAS) Evidence of required degree(s), certification(s), or license(s) is required prior to the appointment date. Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check, employment verification, and education verification) is required for employment. Cal Poly Humboldt will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or if it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Certain positions may also require a credit check, motor vehicle report, and/or fingerprinting through Live Scan service. Failure to satisfactorily complete or adverse findings from a background check may affect the employment status of candidates or continued employment of current CSU employees who are being considered for the position. Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to achieving the goals of equal opportunity and endeavors to employ faculty and staff of the highest quality reflecting the ethnic and cultural diversity of the state. Additional information about Cal Poly Humboldt can be found at www.humboldt.edu. Cal Poly Humboldt is a Title IX/Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Mandated Reporting: This position may be 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. Additionally, all CSU staff and faculty receive training annually on their obligations in responding to and reporting incidents of sexual harassment and sexual violence. You will be notified by email when you are required to take this mandated training. Class Code: 1038 Publication Date: April 7, 2023 Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
Oct 24, 2023
Full Time
Description: Senior Designer | Job Captain Facilities Management | Planning, Design & Construction Job #526160 First Review Date: Thursday, May 4, 2023 Open Until Filled At Cal Poly Humboldt, bold hearts and open minds shape the future. Founded in 1913, Cal Poly Humboldt began as a small college for teachers. Today Humboldt has grown into a comprehensive university with rigorous science and liberal arts programs. Designated a polytechnic in 2022, Cal Poly Humboldt provides hands-on, impactful educational opportunities that lead to meaningful, measurable outcomes for the individual, for the state, and the world. Cal Poly Humboldt is proud to have nearly 6,000 students of all backgrounds spread across 61 majors, 13 graduate programs, and 4 credential programs - all of whom contribute passion and creativity within their fields and set the stage for a future grounded in equity and sustainability. Hands-on learning, inspired teaching, ground-breaking research, and thought-provoking creative activity happen daily at Humboldt. Cal Poly Humboldt is a Hispanic-Serving Institution that strives to foster an inclusive and equitable community to support our students of diverse backgrounds. We are committed to achieving the goals of equal opportunity and endeavors to employ faculty and staff of the highest quality committed to working in a multicultural and multiracial community that reflects the diversity of the state. Finding a better future is a task for the bold and open, the down-to-earth and visionary. Cal Poly Humboldt strives to cultivate these qualities in leaders, innovators, and scholars in every field. (Job #526160) Administrative Analyst/Specialist II E, Designer, Facilities management | Planning, Design & Construction, Salary Range: $5,022 - $9,083 monthly. Appointments are typically made at the beginning of the salary range. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. This is a permanent, full-time, benefited, exempt, 12-month pay plan position with a one-year probationary period in Department. This position comes with a premium benefits package that includes outstanding vacation, medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, voluntary pre-tax health and dependent care reimbursement accounts, a fee waiver education program, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), and 14 paid holidays per year. Additional benefits information can be found at https://hraps.humboldt.edu/employee-benefits . Position Summary: Under general supervision of the Director of Planning, Design & Construction, the Campus Architect and in collaboration with colleagues across the campus, the incumbent is responsible for planning, designing, developing construction documents, and coordinating the successful implementation of assigned projects; provision of services required to deliver the University's planning, design, and construction functions; and coordinating efforts involved with ensuring University and facility information is accurate and up to date. The incumbent creates project designs and plans for all phases of projects and coordinates building design consultants, trades, and agencies related to design while monitoring drawings. Key Responsibilities: 75% Provides Services Required to Successfully Implement Minor Capital Projects including Repair, Maintenance and Alteration Projects Work with department architectural and engineering professionals to develop and coordinate construction documents using AutoCAD to fully describe floor plans, site plans, sections, elevations, schedules, and details for diverse types of projects including new and renovation projects through all phases of design. Research materials and systems for use in the development of specifications. Produces and/or coordinates the efforts of consultants in the production of programming documents, design documents and existing building condition reports for projects as assigned. Develops and presents design and construction schedules in association with assigned projects. Coordinates schedules and communication with campus clients and Construction Administrator to ensure projects are delivered on schedule and within budget. Prepares cost estimates or coordinates the efforts of cost estimating consultants for assigned projects at the schematic, developmental and permitting stage to ensure projected budgets remain within limitations as determined for the project. Develops and presents value engineering options should project exceed limitation. Produces and/or coordinates the efforts of design consultants in production of schematic drawings for assigned projects in order to effectively communicate design elements to Facilities Management staff and project stakeholders. Supports and/or coordinates efforts to facilitate design meetings including but not limited to taking meeting minutes, preparing presentation materials, coordinating meeting schedules and presenting information or leading meetings as assigned. In coordination with the Director of Planning, Design & Construction, Campus Architect, and Facilities Management Staff, implements and coordinates design review for assigned projects including coordination with campus consultants where requested. Also leads efforts to consistently implement assigned project start up and close out procedures so as to ensure all work is completed properly. Working with Facilities Management Staff and the Campus Community, coordinates discussions regarding assigned project scope of work and facilitates the design process for complex Facilities Management maintenance and repair-related work orders. Review submittals for compliance with contract documents. Track and coordinate project submittals with consultants and staff reviews during project construction administration for in-house projects. Review and respond to RFI's from contractors and in-house trades. As assigned, develops space solutions to increase space efficiency and satisfy user needs by leveraging CSU/Campus Design Standards, California Building Code and innovative approaches to re-arrangement and/or renovation. Assists with development of RFP/RFQ documents and coordinates the procurement effort associated with professional design and engineering services and contracts in support of campus projects. In coordination with the Director of Planning, Design & Construction and Campus Architect, develops the necessary documents in the application of regulatory approvals and other authorities having jurisdiction. Coordinate design and provide the project management team support including taking field measurements, survey of existing conditions, research as built drawings, and create base drawings. Provide special project support to Campus Administration as requested. 10% Coordinates Efforts to Ensure University Facility Information Remains Up-to-Date & Accurate & Provides Services Required to Implement the University's Planning & Design Functions Within an approved organizational structure, maintains the University campus mapping system, utility infrastructure mapping, building floor plans, site plans, master plan and other related data including coordination with University space/facilities database information. Supports updates of campus space information including building floor plans, various campus maps and occupancy data. Updates data as required based on modifications implemented and reported. Prepares documents for posting or submission as requested. Supports analytic efforts to complete the annual submission of the University Space & Facilities Database information and Custodial & Farm Square Footage Report to the Chancellor's Office. Supports development and maintenance of University design guidelines and product standards. This includes the development and recommendation of said guidelines and standards. Maintains University facilities information within both a hard copy and electronic environment to include plans, drawings, specifications, warranties, surveys, reports and other information judged pertinent to the University's management of its facilities and property. Supports Facilities Management in the specification and ordering of approved campus standard furnishings and equipment. 10% Provides General Analytical Support Necessary for the Functions Noted Above & General Assignments Maintain records and retrieves data related to work performed using manual and/or computerized record-keeping systems. Attends mandated University trainings (safety and other), meetings and other events during normal work hours and as requested. Utilizes University electronic time management/absence reporting system as directed by supervisor. Handles sensitive information and maintains confidentiality with Office staff, University departments, and external agencies. May perform duties associated with emergency response functions in the event of an emergency (i.e., earthquake, fire, flood, etc.,) 5% Other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Associated with this Position Include: Knowledge of physical planning as pertaining to a University campus including the ability to learn and effectively apply those standards, guidelines, processes, procedures and terminology specific to the California State University. Proficient in Autodesk software products including AutoCAD and Revit to produce construction documents and details and to perform planning and design documents. Knowledge of project management as pertaining to construction projects including the ability to learn and effectively apply those standards, guidelines, processes, procedures and terminology specific to the University and California State University system. Project management skills including those required to plan, coordinate and implement complex projects with a diverse group of clientèle. Knowledge of and ability to effectively apply the California Building Code with regard to project planning, design, review and implementation. Ability to independently research, interpret, develop, communicate and implement regulations, codes, policies, procedures, guidelines and precedents regarding facilities information and project management. Ability to research and analyze data from a variety of sources and generate reports including skill in identifying, investigating and analyzing problems that impact project success or facilities information. To include recommendations toward solutions for such. Ability to take initiative and independently plan, organize, coordinate and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved. Ability to collaboratively work with representatives within the campus and public/private entities and handle potentially sensitive situations appropriately. To include demonstrated consultative skills in working with internal and external constituent groups. Ability to effectively interpret, organize and present information, ideas and concepts in written or presentation format and use consultative, collaborative and facilitation skills to obtain decisions required to move forward toward implementation. Exercise attention to detail, including content and format. Ability to make independent decisions and exercise sound judgment. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within and outside the Department and Unit as well as serve as a liaison to the campus and community. General working knowledge of applicable University infrastructure, policies and procedures. Fluent in the use of standard office equipment (copiers, scanners, fax machines, radios, multi-faceted phone and voicemail systems, etc.,), technology and standard computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Explorer, etc.,). Ability to learn the use of GIS software (i.e., ESRI ArcGIS, etc.,) to perform planning and design functions. Ability to recognize and accommodate changing priorities; meet short and long term deadlines/goals; and complete routine tasks despite intermittent interruptions. This includes managing multiple tasks and working pro-actively to avoid crisis and backlog. Ability to operationalize sustainability concepts (economy, society, environment) into all aspects of performing job duties. Well developed written and oral communication skills including a thorough foundation in English grammar, spelling and punctuation to effectively communicate standard information. Ability to initiate and maintain cooperative relationships with people from diverse backgrounds including University personnel and the public. Skill, ability, or life experience to contribute as a team player in a respectful and professional environment. Skill to produce rough sketches using a variety of media to illustrate field conditions to others. Ability to instruct, train, and serve as a resource to others. Minimum Qualifications: The minimum qualifications required to perform all essential functions for this position include: Knowledge and skills in drafting, planning, and design with a foundational knowledge of public administration principles, practices, and methods. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor's degree - OR - through a combination of education and work experience with provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position - primarily the ability to provide program leadership of a strategic nature through planning activities, and the analysis, development, and evaluation of complex programs. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in architecture, planning, design, business and/or equivalent training and administrative work experience involving planning, designing, drafting and coordinating projects. Two years of progressively responsible work experience involving planning, designing, drafting and coordinating projects. Thorough knowledge of the California Building Code. General knowledge of physical planning as pertaining to a University campus. Thorough knowledge of project management practices as related to managing the design effort and construction administration effort associated with projects. Equivalent to ten years of progressively responsible work experience involving planning, designing, drafting and coordinating projects. Application Procedure: To apply, qualified candidates must electronically submit the following materials by clicking the Apply Now button: Letter of Interest Resume or Curriculum Vitae Contact information for at least three professional references Application Deadline: The deadline to submit application materials is for first review is 11:55 p.m. on Thursday, May 4, 2023. Any inquiries about this recruitment can be directed to careers@humboldt.edu or Cal Poly Humboldt’s Human Resources Office at (707) 826-3626. Cal Poly Humboldt sits on the traditional homelands of the Wiyot people in what is currently called Arcata, CA. The Wiyot people call the area Goudi’ni (over in the woods). Cal Poly Humboldt was the first campus in the California State University system to offer a stand-alone major in Native American Studies. Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to enriching its educational environment and its culture through the diversity of its staff, faculty, and administration. Persons with interest and experience in helping organizations set and achieve goals relative to diversity and inclusion are especially encouraged to apply. Working in the state of California is a condition of employment for this position. Even if part or all of an employee's assignment can be performed remotely, the employee must maintain a permanent residence in the state of California. The employee must be able to accept on-campus work assignment, as assigned, and come to campus when needed. CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to hr@campus.edu . Cal Poly Humboldt hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. This position may be considered a “Campus Security Authority”, pursuant to the Clery Act, and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1107 a condition of employment. CAL POLY HUMBOLDT IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS (e.g. H1-B VISAS) Evidence of required degree(s), certification(s), or license(s) is required prior to the appointment date. Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check, employment verification, and education verification) is required for employment. Cal Poly Humboldt will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or if it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Certain positions may also require a credit check, motor vehicle report, and/or fingerprinting through Live Scan service. Failure to satisfactorily complete or adverse findings from a background check may affect the employment status of candidates or continued employment of current CSU employees who are being considered for the position. Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to achieving the goals of equal opportunity and endeavors to employ faculty and staff of the highest quality reflecting the ethnic and cultural diversity of the state. Additional information about Cal Poly Humboldt can be found at www.humboldt.edu. Cal Poly Humboldt is a Title IX/Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Mandated Reporting: This position may be 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. Additionally, all CSU staff and faculty receive training annually on their obligations in responding to and reporting incidents of sexual harassment and sexual violence. You will be notified by email when you are required to take this mandated training. Class Code: 1038 Publication Date: April 7, 2023 Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
