18. Reviews plan check inquiries and recommendations of Associate and Assistant Engineers and technical staff.
19. Evaluates compliance with laws, ordinances, and acceptable WQMP standards recommends corrections or improvements
20. May represent City in various eminent domain property acquisition cases.
21. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
• Operations, services and activities of a public works engineering program including Citywide public infrastructure, capital improvement designs, construction project inspections, and contract management.
• Theory, principles, and practices of civil and structural engineering design and construction; grading and subdivision design ordinances and standards. • Water supply, pumping, storage and distribution, wastewater, collection treatment and disposal, hydrology, hydraulics and soil mechanics principles; surveying standards and practices.
• Subdivision Map Act, Uniform Building Code, Caltrans Design Manual, and Green Book Specifications Manual.
• Public agency budgetary, contract administration, administrative practices, and general principles of risk management related to the functions of the assigned area. • Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of projects, programs, policies, procedures, and operational needs. • Principles and practices of municipal government administration. • Principles and practices of public works and engineering program development, maintenance, and management in a municipal setting.
• Methods, materials, and techniques used in the construction of public works projects. • Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations. • Methods and techniques for the development of presentations, contract negotiations, business correspondence, and information distribution; research and reporting methods, techniques and procedures.
• Principles of supervision and training.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• City government and issues of concern to developers, property owners, contractors, private engineers, and others when dealing with the City on engineering matters. • Statistical and report writing methods and practices. • Terminology, methods, practices and techniques used in technical civil engineering report preparation.
• Advanced principles of mathematics as applied to engineering work. • Recent developments, current literature and sources of information regarding civil engineering.
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• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and computer applications related to work, including word processing and spreadsheet software. • English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. • Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
• City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Ability to:
• Manage a section or function of the Engineering Division, and large and multiple complex engineering projects.
• Supervise, assign, monitor, and perform advanced level, complex professional civil engineering duties in support of a comprehensive public works enginee ring program; prepare designs, computations, plans and studies.
• Review and check complex engineering designs, computations, plans and studies. • Respond to emergency and problem situations in an effective manner. • Interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques. • Effectively administer special projects with contractual agreements , and ensure compliance with stipulations.
• Effectively administer a variety of public works programs and administrative activities. • Conduct effective negotiations and effectively represent the City and the department in meetings with governmental agencies, contractors, vendors, and various businesses, professional, regulatory, and legislative organizations. • Oversee and c onduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports. • Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
• Understand, explain and apply policies and procedures; analyze unusual situations and resolve them through application of management and engineering principles and practices. • Interpret financial statements and cost accounting reports. • Collect and analyze data, develop recommendations based on findings, and reach sound and defensible conclusions.
• Analyze situations and take effective action.
• Speak before groups, organizations, regulatory bodies and professional meetings, respond constructively to conflict and develop effective resolutions. • Work effectively with various governmental agencies, private firms, and the general public. • Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems. • Understand and carry out a variety of complex instructions in a responsible and independent manner.
• Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
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• Supervise, manage, organize and review the work of assigned staff. • Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community. • Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures. • Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
A minimum of seven (7) years of increasingly responsible professional civil engineering experience, including a minimum of three (3) years in a lead capacity equivalent to a Senior Civil Engineer.
Training:
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Civil Engineering or closely related field, or possession of an Engineer in Training (EIT) California State Board Certification. A Master’s degree in a related field is highly desirable.
Licenses and Certifications:
• Possession of a State of California driver’s license and proof of insurance. • Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
• Certificate of Registration as a Land Surveyor is desirable.
Possession of, or ability to obtain during employment, depending on assignment:
• Certified as a Qualified Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) Practitioner and Developer (QSP/QSD).
• Certified Professional in Storm Water Quality (CPSWQ). • Certificate of Registration as a Traffic Engineer.
Special Requirements:
Employee in this class may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
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WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics and physical/mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Environmental Conditions:
Employees in this class generally work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
Employees may also work intermittently in the field with exposure to extreme weather conditions, dust, fumes and /or allergens, excessive noise, and unpleasant odors, and work near hazardous/moving equipment, machinery, or moving traffic.
Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting including use of standard office equipment, including a computer; and to operate a motor vehicle to visit various City development and meeting sites. V ision is required to read printed materials and a computer screen . H earing and speech is required to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Touch is required in order to handle documents, and use a computer. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information . Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 20 pounds.
Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent in this class regularly uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets routine to comple x data, information, and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math, and mathematical reasoning; observes and interprets people, and situations; learns and applies new information; performs detailed work; deals with changing deadlines, constant interrupti ons, and multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with elected officials, City management, staff, members of the public, and public agencies, and others encountered in the course of work.
CAREER PROGRESSION
FROM: Principal Civil Engineer
TO: Deputy Director of Public Works/Assistant City Engineer
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Approved by Name: City Council Title: N/A
Effective/Revision Date: 4/1/23 FLSA Status: Exempt
At-Will Status: This is an “At Will” position as defined in Section 2.35.030 of the City of Jurupa Valley Municipal Code. Employment can be terminated with or without cause or notice at any time by either City or employee.
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CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION
PUBLIC WORKS INSPECTOR I
PUBLIC WORKS INSPECTOR II
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.
Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Under direct to general supervision, performs a variety of public works inspections for construction projects including examining and physically reviewing construction and structures to ensure compliance with safety regulations and construction codes, and other related ordinances; reviews plans in the field; prepares and recommends change orders and cost estimates; and performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
DIS TINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Building Inspector I : This is the entry level class in the Public Works Inspector series. This class is distinguished from the Public Works Inspector II by the performance of the less complex inspections assigned to positions within the series. Because this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have limited or no directly related work experience. An employee in this class is expected to read and interpret construction plans and codes and have a working knowledge of plumbing, air conditioning, electrical, and building construction.
Building Inspector II : This is the full journey level class within the Public Works Inspector series.
Incumbents within this class are distinguished from the Public Works Inspector I by the perform ance of the full range of duties, and the more complex inspections. The work requires independence and discretion in conducting field inspections, and involves proactive implementation of applicable codes and regulations. Incumbents at this level are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the next higher classification of Senior Public Works Inspector in that the latter has the responsibility for coordinating building inspections, providing lead direction and training, and performing the most complex and sensitive duties. Employees at this level are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Appointment to the II level requires tha t the employee be performing the full range of duties assigned to the class.
Flex Staffing: Positions in the Public Works Inspector Series are flexibly staffed and positions are normally filled by advancement within the series, upon fully performing the duties and responsibilities, demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities, and meeting the requirements for the higher class, as determined by management.
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SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direct supervision (Public Works Inspector I) or general supervision (Public Works Inspector II) from the Deputy Director of Public Works/Ass istant City Engineer . Receives lead direction from the Senior Public Works Inspector.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Schedules and inspects public works and public utilities construction and maintenance projects to ensure compliance with safety regulations and construction codes.
2. Inspects concrete street improvements, including sidewalks, drive approaches, wheel chair ramps, block walls, and other elements; inspects asphalt concrete street paving and slurry seal coating; ensures correct street sections checking grades and elevations.
3. Inspects storm water drainage systems and year -round protections, including compliance with NPDES standards.
4. Observes earthwork grading, slope construction, earthen berms and surface drainage; reviews soils compaction reports and grading certificates.
5. Inspects all aspects of traffic control set -ups and maintenance for conformance with codes, specifications and safety practices.
6. Maintains necessary records of daily operations, including daily project reports, time reports and vehicle reports.
7. Responds to citizen complaints and requests for information, including the general public, developers, contractors and utility representatives.
8. Interprets construction plans and specifications; prepares and makes recommendations on change orders; confers with City engineering staff on design problems encountered in the field; prepares cost estimates.
9. Performs final inspection of construction projects for field acceptance; prepares list of required corrections prior to field acceptance or final bond exoneration; Issues certificates of occupancy.
10. Inspects underground dry utility systems.
11. Inspects potable and non -potable water systems and sanitary sewer systems, including installation, testing, maintenance, and repair.
12. Reviews as-built drawings for public works facilities and utility projects.
13. During natural disasters, investigates complaints regarding the failure of public works and public utilities systems and facilities, such as broken water and sewer mains and services, gas leaks, roadway and decking problems, and other hazards.
14. Coordinates inspection activities with other City departments and divisions; confer s with architects, contractors, builders and the general public in the field and office; explain s and interpret requirements and restrictions.
15. Reviews new materials and methods used in building construction; attends training courses to learn of new codes and other building and construction regulations.
16. Participates in weekly staff trainings.
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17. Generates reports to collect and analyze inspection data; ensures that all inspections have been appropriately recorded in the work flow.
18. May assist in the development of work procedures.
19. Transports assigned vehicle for scheduled service and maintenance.
20. Orders supplies, and picks up supplies from vendors.
21. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
• Operations, services and activities of a municipal public works inspection program. • Laws, ordinances, and codes regulating building construction and zoning. • Methods and techniques of construction inspection.
• Pertinent codes and ordinances related to building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical requirements.
• Building safety and fire prevention techniques.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Principles and practices of technical report preparation. • Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to construction inspection.
• City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols. • English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. • Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
Ability to:
• Perform entry/journey level public works inspection activities in a variety of structures including residential and commercial projects.
• Read and interpret routine to complex and difficult blueprint plans and specifications, as well as applicable codes, ordinances, Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques to examine workmanship and materials, and detect deviations from plans, regulations, and standard construction practices.
• Advise on standard construction methods and requirements for residential, commercial and industrial buildings.
• Interpret, explain, and enforce applicable building codes and ordinances. • Keep up with constantly changing laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations. • Learn more complex principles, practices, techniques, and regulations pertaining to assigned duties.
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• Prepare clear and concise technical reports.
• Maintain complex records and files.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Make arithmetical computations rapidly and accurately. • Work independently and as part of a team.
• Make sound decisions within established guidelines.
• Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations and in meetings with individuals.
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community. • Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures. • Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience – Public Works Inspector I:
A minimum of one (1 ) year of increasingly responsible experience in public works construction inspection.
Experience – Public Works Inspector II:
A minimum of two (2) years of journey level experience in public works construction inspection.
Training – Both Levels:
High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent, supplemented by college level courses or trade school in civil engineering, building, construction, and plumbing.
Licenses and Certifications:
Public Works Inspector I:
• Possession of a State of California driver’s license and proof of insurance. • Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid International Code Council (ICC) Residential and Commercial Building Inspector Certificate within one (1) year of employment.
Public Works Inspector II:
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• Possession of a State of California driver’s license and proof of insurance. • Possession of a valid International Code Council (ICC) Residential and Commercial Building Inspector Certificate.
• Possession of an ACI Certificate as a Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I, or similar Public Works construction coursework or classes.
Additional certifications are highly desirable:
• Contractor License
Special Requirements:
Incumbents in this class are subject to emergency callback and extended shifts.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics and physical/mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Environmental Conditions:
Employees primarily work in the field and may be exposed to hot and cold temperatures, inclement weather conditions, loud noise levels, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to climb ladders, work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions, and often work with constant interruptions. Employees frequently deal with irate members of the public in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures and City codes.
Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various locations in the field; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and when making inspections; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification regularly sit, stand, walk on level and slippery surfaces, reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend stoop, squat, crouch, grasp, crawl, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily activities. Employees must posses s the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing 20 pounds or more.
Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret complex data, information and documents; analyze and solve complex problems; use math/mathematical reasoning; perform highly detailed work under changing, intensive deadlines, on multiple concurrent tasks; work with constant
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interruptions, and interact with City management, staff, developers, contractors, homeowners, members of the public, representatives of private agencies and others encountered in the course of work.
CAREER PROGRESSION
FROM: Public Works Inspector I
TO: Public Works Inspector II
TO: Senior Public Works Inspector
Approved by Name: City Council Title: N/A
Effective/Revision Date: 5/3/23 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt At-Will Status: This is an “At Will” position as defined in Section 2.35.030 of the City of Jurupa Valley Municipal Code. Employment can be terminated with or without cause or notice at any time by either City or employee.
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PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE
SUPERVISOR
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.
Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, plans, schedules, leads, supervises, inspects and performs the work of semi - skilled and skilled staff engaged in the maintenance, repair and servicing of City streets, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, storm drains and related facilities; provides training and guidance to assigned staff; and performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
DIS TINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the supervisory level class within the Maintenance Worker series. The Public Works Maintenance Supervisor oversees the work of assigned staff engaged in the maintenance, repair and servicing of City streets, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, storm drains and related facilities. The incumbent may also perform the more difficult and complex assignments that require more specialized knowledge of best practices, work methods, and industry standards, and coordinates work with other City departments and outside agencies to ensure the Division’s objectives are met. Duties and responsibilities are carried out with a high degree of independence within the framework of established policies, procedures and regulations.
This class is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker III in that th e later provides lead direction and/or training with a small crew, whereas the Public Works Maintenance Supervisor has full first -line supervisory responsibilities.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Public Works Operations Manager and/or higher level management. Exercises direct to general supervision over assigned inspection staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Participates in establishing operational plans and initiatives to meet division goals and objectives.
2. Implements division plans, work programs, processes, procedures and policies required to achieve overall division performance results.
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3. Coordinates and integrates functions and responsibilities to achieve optimal efficiency and effectiveness.
4. Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel, as assigned; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficienc ies; implements discipline and termination procedures.
5. Provides leadership and works with staff to develop and maintain a high performance, customer service-oriented work environment that supports achieving the City’s mission, strategic goals and core values.
6. Coordinates, organizes, assigns , and inspects the work of personnel engaged in public works maintenance activities.
7. Supervises and performs construction and maintenance work in public works areas including streets, sidewalks, storm water and drainage systems, street sweeping, graffiti abatement, and traffic signage and striping.
8. Coordinates the removal of pavements; digs, shovels, hauls and loads soils, sand, gravel, cement, asphalt mixes and other materials, tools, and equipment; cleans up work sites upon completion of job.
9. Monitors, sweeps and shovels debris and litter, carries cans and heavy objects and loads trucks; assists in emptying loads at dumpsites.
10. Schedules and supervises maintenance contractor’s staff; reviews and approves daily work orders.
11. Coordinates field activities with Caltrans and Riverside Flood District (RCSD) maintenance staff; assists Public Safety and RCSD as needed.
12. Performs rough carpentry and pipefitting.
13. Trains and review s staff performance related to mixes, sets, trowels; and finishes concrete, cement, and masonry.
14. Coordinates and performs storm drain maintenance; removes and replaces drains; cleans and removes debris from drains.
15. Measures and lays out centerlines, crosswalks, and other line markings.
16. Meets with and responds to inquiries and concerns from the public.
17. May assist in the removal and installation of street lighting poles and fixtures.
18. May assist in maintaining, repairing and making alterations to buildings, facilities and equipment.
19. May assist with removal and/or painting over graffiti on private and public property.
20. May assist in the fabrication, assembly, and installation of traffic signs.
21. Meets and confers with other divisions, departments , and agencies regarding field maintenance issues.
22. Provides technical assistance to staff in resolving difficult problems encountered.
23. Prepares and maintains a variety of reports and records pertaining to field work performed by maintenance personnel.
24. Assists in the preparation and monitoring of the division’s annual budget.
25. Responds to questions and complaints from the public.
26. Responds to after-hour emergency call-back.
27. Responds to hazardous materials clean-ups.
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28. Performs homeless encampment abatement.
29. Coordinates and assists at community events with set-up and break-down, and clean-up duties.
30. Leads weekly staff trainings.
31. Transports assigned vehicle for scheduled service and maintenance.
32. Orders supplies, and picks up supplies from vendors.
33. Ensures the City's safety program and goals are implemented and carried out in the Field Maintenance Division.
34. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
• Operations, services and activities of a municipal code enforcement program. • Relevant laws, ordinances, and codes regulating land use, zoning, and building. • Principles, practices and trends of land use, zoning and building code enforcement. • Municipal organization and functions pertaining to property maintenance, zoning, land use and related issues.
• Municipal code enforcement methods, techniques and practices, individual rights and preservation of evidence.
• Principles and practices of employee supervision; safe work methods and safety practices pertaining to the work.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Principles and practices of technical report preparation. • Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Advanced principles and techniques of code enforcement work. • Research methods and sources of information related to code enforcement. • Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to a municipal code enforcement program
• Principles and practices of effective supervision.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service. • City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Ability to:
• Understand, interpret and enforce state health and safety code and city municipal code pertaining to property maintenance, building, zoning and land use. • Oversee and perform complex code enforcement activities, and detect deviations from laws, ordinances and regulations.
• Apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques. • Assign, supervise, review, and evaluate assigned staff. • Prepare clear and concise technical reports.
• Maintain complex records and files.
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• Interpret, explain, and enforce applicable land use, zoning and building codes and ordinances. • Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Identify and implement effective courses of action to complete assigned work. • Coordinate work assignments with other divisions, departments and agencies. • Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards and internal controls.
• Work independently without supervision.
• Exercise independent judgment and initiative within established guidelines. • Make arithmetical computations rapidly and accurately. • Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community. • Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures. • Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience
A minimum of five (5) years of increasingly responsible journey level experience in the maintenance and repair of public facilities and streets related c onstruction or maintenance work, including at least one (1) year of lead or supervisory experience.
Training
High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent.
Licenses and Certifications:
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License. • Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class A or B California Driver's License may be required, after appointment, depending on assignment.
• Certification in CPR and First Aid by time of appointment or within first three (3) months of employment.
Special Requirements:
Incumbents in this class are subject to emergency callback and extended shifts.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics and physical/mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Environmental Conditions:
Employees primarily work in an outdoor construction and maintenance environment and may be exposed to hot and cold temperatures, inclement weather conditions, loud noise levels, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to climb ladders, work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions, and often work with constant interruptions.
Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in a field setting performing heavy labor, and in order to operate a motor vehicle to visit various locations in the field; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and to use small and heavy equipment ; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate hand tools in the field. Positions in this classification regularly sit, stand, walk on level and slippery surfaces, reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend stoop, squat, crouch, grasp, crawl, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily activities. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 100 pounds.
Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret complex data, information and documents; analyze and solve complex problems; use math/mathematical reasoning; perform highly detailed work under changing, intensive deadlines, on multiple concurrent tasks; work with constant interruptions, and interact with City management, staff, developers, contractors, homeowners, members of the public, representatives of private agencies and others encountered in the course of work.
CAREER PROGRESSION
FROM: Public Works Maintenance Supervisor
TO: Public Works Operations Manager
Approved by Name: City Council Title: N/A
Effective/Revision Date: 4/1/23 FLSA Status: Exempt
At-Will Status: This is an “At Will” position as defined in Section 2.35.030 of the City of Jurupa Valley Municipal Code. Employment can be terminated with or without cause or notice at any time by either City or employee.
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CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION
PUBLIC WORKS OPERATIONS MANAGER
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.
Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Under general direction, manages and coordinates the City’s p ublic works field operations programs, services, and activities including street maintenance , sidewalk maintenance, street scape landscape , weed abatement, street sweeping, storm drainage, graffiti maintenance, parks, building and facility maintenance, fleet management, street lighting, traffic operations, and paint and sign maintenance; procures and monitors contracts for services; coordinates activities with other departments and outside agencies; and performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This single position class is responsible for planning, scheduling, managing, and evaluating the day to day operations of the field operations staff, programs and activities. The incumbent is responsible for accomplishing division objectives and goals within guidelines established by the Director of Public Works/City Engineer, City Manager, and City Council. Assignments are broad in scope and allow for a high degree of administrative discretion in their execution. This class is distinguished from the Public Works Maintenance Supervisor in that the later serves as the first line supervisor in the field, while the Public Works Operations Manager has over-all responsibility for the Division.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction from the Director of Public Works/City E ngineer. Exercise s direct and/or general supervision over assigned staff field operations staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Assumes management responsibility for all the Public Works Field Operations Division programs, services, and activities including street sweeping, storm drainage, street maintenance, graffiti maintenance, parks, building and facility maintenance, fleet management, street lighting, traffic operations, paint and sign maintenance.
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2. Manages and participate s in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommends, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
3. Monitors and evaluate s the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assesses and monitor s work load, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement and recommends to the Deputy Director of Public Works/Assistant City Engineer; directs the implementation of improvements.
4. Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work plan for the division; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems; assigns work activities, projects, and programs; monitors work flow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures.
5. Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies.
6. Develops bid specifications for maintenance projects, and participates in the selection of contractors; oversees assigned contract services, maintenance, and construction activities; administers provisions and specifications of contracts.
7. Manages and participate s in the development and administration of the departmental annual budget; directs the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equi pment, materials, and supplies; directs and implements adjustments as necessary.
8. Directs the monitoring of and approval of expenditures; reviews and monitors all purchase orders; monitors and controls supplies and equipment.
9. Serves as liaison for the division with other City departments, divisions, and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves significant and controversial issues.
10. Provides responsible staff assistance to the Deputy Director of Public Works/Assistant City Engineer; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence; prepare s City Council agenda reports, ordinances, resolutions, and agreements.
11. Conducts a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommend s modifications to assigned public works maintenance and construction programs, policies , and procedures as appropriate.
12. Participates on a variety of boards and commissions; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stay s abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of public wo rks maintenance and construction.
13. Oversees the repair and maintenance of the City’s fleet, heavy equipment, and related power equipment; coordinates the purchase and replacement of equipment as required; makes recommendations for the purchase of new equipment, and assists in the preparation of equipment specifications.
14. Receives and investigates citizen complaints and requests ; determines and ensures appropriate disposition; investigates and reports on matters related to claims made against the City; monitors work completed.
15. Directs and monitors regulatory compliance for assigned division.
16. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Knowledge of:
• Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, management, and evaluation.
• Organization and management practices as applied to the development, analysis, and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs ; principles and practices of municipal government administration.
• Principles and practices of leadership and f ostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly.
• Public agency budgetary, contract administration, citywide administrative practices, and general principles of risk management related to the functions of the assigned area. • Applicable Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations. • Operational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of public works programs, policies, and operational needs.
• Modern and complex principles and practices of public works program development and administration.
• Principles and practices of engineering and construction as applied to the field of public works maintenance.
• Equipment, materials, and methods used in construction, maintenance, cleaning, and repair of public works.
• Materials and labor costs in street and related construction work. • Occupational hazards and standard safety practices nece ssary in the area of public works maintenance and construction.
• Methods and techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
• Methods and techniques for the development of presentations, contract negotiations, business correspondence, and information distribution; research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures.
• Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to the operations of the assigned program.
• Methods and techniques of preparing technical and administrative reports, and general business correspondence.
• Techniques for dealing effectively with the public, vendors, contractors and City staff, in person and over the phone.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation and the training of staff in work procedures. • The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
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• City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Ability to:
• Provide administrative and professional leadership and direction for public works field operations.
• Recommend and implement goals, objectives and practices for providing effective and efficient public works maintenance and construction services. • Manage, direct, and coordinate the work of supervisory, technical, maintenance, and administrative support personnel.
• Identify and respond to a variety of issues, concerns and needs as identified by the community and/or higher level management.
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of public works goals. • Research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures and techniques. • Read, interpret and apply a wide variety of technical information from manuals, drawings, specifications, layouts, blueprints and schematics.
• Prepare and administer budgets.
• Prepare clear and concise administrative reports.
• Interpret and apply the policies, procedures, laws, and regulations pertaining to public works programs and functions.
• Research, collect, compile and analyze information and data. • Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records.
• Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with governmental agencies , community groups and various businesses, professional and regulatory organizations and in meetings with individuals.
• Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the phone and in writing. • Use tact, initiative, prudence and independent judgment within general policy, procedural and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Select and supervise staff, provide training and development opportunities, ensure work is performed effectively, and evaluate performance in an objective and positive manner. • Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community. • Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures. • Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
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Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
A minimum of five (5) years of increasingly responsible management and/or administrative experience in public works maintenance, construction, and contract administration, including two (2) years at a supervisory level.
Training:
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Technology, or related field. A Master’s degree in a related field is highly desirable.
Licenses and Certifications:
Possession of a State of California driver’s license and proof of insurance.
Special Requirements:
Employee in this class may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics and physical/mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Environmental Conditions:
Employees in this class generally work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physi cal substances.
Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing City-wide policies and procedures.
Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting including use of standard office equipment, including a computer; and to operate a motor vehicle to visit various City development and meeting sites. Vision is required to read printed materials and a computer screen. Hearing and speech is required to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Touch is required in order to handle documents, and use a computer. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 20 pounds.
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Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent in this class regularly uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets complex data, information, and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math, and mathematical reasoning; observes and interprets people, an d situations; learns and applies new information; performs highly detailed work; deals with changing deadlines, constant interruptions, and multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with elected officials, City management, staff, developers, contractors, homeowners, members of the public, representatives of private and public agencies, and others encountered in the course of work.
CAREER PROGRESSION
FROM: Public Works Operations Manager
TO: Deputy Public Works Director/Field Operations or Deputy City Manager
Approved by Name: City Council Title: N/A
Effective/Revision Date: 5/3/23 FLSA Status: Exempt
At-Will Status: This is an “At Will” position as defined in Section 2.35.030 of the City of Jurupa Valley Municipal Code. Employment can be terminated with or without cause or notice at any time by either City or employee.
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CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION
PUBLIC WORKS PERMIT TECHNICIAN I
PUBLIC WORKS PERMIT TECHNICIAN II
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.
Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical support duties related to the issuance of permits for the Land Development Division and in support of related services and activities of the Public Works Department; provides customer service by phone, email, and at the public counter; performs preliminary review of plans and specifications for plan check submittal; issues permits; calculates and collects fees and bonds; and performs other related duties and responsibilities, as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Public Works Permit Technician I : This is the entry -level classification in the Public Works Permit Technician series. Initially under direct supervision, incumbents learn and perform routine administrative and technical land development permit and plan review support work. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied, complex, and difficult; close supervision and frequent review of work lessen as an incumbent demonstrates skill to perform the work independently. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the Public Works Permit Technician II level but are not expected to function at the sa me skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures a re explained in detail as they arise.
Public Works Permit Technician II: This is the fully qualified journey -level classification in the Public Works Permit Technician series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Public Works Permit Technician I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully a ware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.
Flex Staffing: P ositions in the Public Works Permit Technician Series are flexibly staffed and positions are normally filled by advancement within the series, upon fully performing the duties and responsibilities, demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities, and meeting the requirements for the higher class, as determined by management.
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SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direct (Public Works Permit Technician I) to general supervision (Public Works Permit Technician II) from higher level management as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Provides appropriate information regarding department policies, procedures, functions, permits, services, programs, and records to the public including homeowners, developers, contractors, and other public and private agencies, in person and over the counter and telephone; processes and issues a variety of public works permits.
2. Performs technical plan checks of site plans for residential, commercial, and industrial additions, custom homes, or other types of dwelling structures and facilities to ensure compliance with City development standards and conditions and municipal code provisions.
3. Prepares, processes, calculates, and collects a variety of public works, utility -related, or application fees and charges; issues invoices and receipts for fees; reconciles cash drawer; prepares daily reports.
4. Conducts permit processing; reviews permit applications, plans, specifications, and supporting documents for completeness and compliance with legal standards and City requirements; verifies contractors’ licenses, business licenses, and insurance coverages; approves routine permits for annual/daily overloads, no fee construction, encroachment, dry utility, block party, street closure, haul route, and new construction, as necessary; if outside scope of authority, routes permit applications to appropriate staff.
5. Receives, tags, logs, and reviews submitted engineering plans, maps, and related documents for plan check including review of insurance; routes documents to consultants or developers for preceding and following plan review; tracks status of plan checks and original documents; advises parties of revisions and assists with the development and issuance of project conditions.
6. Works cooperatively with property owners, contractors, architects, or their representatives to resolve questions regarding plan check, construction inspection, permit fees, or permit issuance; applies departmental policies and procedures in determining completeness of applications, records, and reports; provides information and forms to the public; processes appropriate information.
7. Prepares and interprets descriptions and plot details for deeds, maps, and engineering drawings; assigns addresses for new construction locations.
8. Reviews and documents paid and outstanding project fees; composes Certificate of Occupancy final paperwork for the release of buildings for occupancy.
9. Performs studies and prepares periodic and special reports based on findings from research, studies, and surveys; performs field reviews or on- site inspections to obtain information, as directed.
10. Assists with providing training to front counter staff, as needed; provides input into division policies, procedures, and work processes impacting technical support staff and customer service.
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11. Contacts the public and outside agencies in acquiring and providing information and making referrals.
12. Assists in compliance with the City’s records retention and management schedules; maintains departmental records and files; files permits, maps, and plans; makes photocopies, or microfilms permits and plans; and retrieves information from files, as necessary.
13. Assists with special assignments and projects, as determined by management.
14. Observes and complies with City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
15. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
QU ALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
• Civil engineering principles, practices, and methods applicable to office and field work involving the design, construction, and maintenance of public works projects. • Basic engineering plan types, map types, legal descriptions, title reports, review practices, and permit filing and approval procedures.
• Basic construction methods and terminology.
• Methods and techniques of reviewing a diverse range of applications for accuracy and completeness.
• Business letter writing and basic report preparation. • Business mathematics.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and organizational policies and procedures relevant to building, engineering, land use, and/or urban planning, sufficient to answer questions and provide information to the public. • Cash handling techniques.
• Communication skills and techniques required for gathering, evaluating and transmitting information.
• Operations and organizational structure of municipal government. • Principles and practices of research and report preparation. • Principles and practices of filing and record keeping. • Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and computer applications related to work, including word processing and spreadsheet software. • English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. • Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
• City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Ability to:
• Understand and explain City policies, procedures, fees, and basic land use codes and regulations to the general public, permit applicants, and City staff. • Prepare and review a variety of plans, specifications, maps, graphic materials, cost estimates, and technical reports.
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• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Read and interpret plans, specifications, related construction documents, and maps. • Perform detailed, technical, and specialized plan check and/or permit support work. • Perform the full range of office and administrative support duties and tasks. • Respond to and effectively prioritize multiple phone calls, walk -up traffic, and other re quests and interruptions.
• Compose correspondence and reports independently or from brief instructions. • Maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written records of work performed. • Make accurate arithmetic and financial computations.
• Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines. • Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow -up on assignments.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. • Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures. • Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience – Public Works Permit Technician I:
A minimum of one (1) year of administrative or technical experience involving a high level of public contact and customer service experience.
Experience – Public Works Permit Technician II:
A minimum of three (3 ) years of progressively responsible administrative or technical experience in public works land development or civil engineering involving a high level of public contact and customer service, and/or permit processing. The possession of an Associate’s degree in Engineering, Construction Technology or a related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.
Training – All Levels:
High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent. The completion of an Associate’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Technology or a related field from an accredited college or university is highly desirable.
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Licenses an d Certifications:
• Possession of a State of California driver’s license and proof of insurance.
Special Requirements:
Employee in this class may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics and physical/mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Environmental Conditions:
Employees in this class generally work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting including use of standard office equipment, including a computer; and to operate a motor vehicle to visit various City development and meeting sites. Vision is required to read printed materials and a computer screen. Hearing and speech is required to communicate in person , and over the telephone. Touch is required in order to handle documents, and use a computer. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking bet ween work areas may be required. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information . Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 20 pounds.
Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent in this class regularly uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets routine to comple x data, information, and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math, and mathe matical reasoning; observes and interprets people, and situations; learns and applies new information; performs detailed work; deals with changing deadlines, constant interruptions, and multiple concurren t tasks; and interacts with City management, staff, developers, contractors, homeowners, members of the public, representatives of private and public agencies, and others encountered in the course of work.
CAREER PROGRESSION
FROM: Public Works Permit Technician I
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PUBLIC WORKS PERMIT TECHNICIAN I & II
TO: Public Works Permit Technician II
TO: Senior Public Works Permit Technician
Approved by Name: City Council Title: N/A
Effective/Revision Date: 5/9/23 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt At-Will Status: This is an “At Will” position as defined in Section 2.35.030 of the City of Jurupa Valley Municipal Code. Employment can be terminated with or without cause or notice at any time by either City or employee.
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CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.
Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Under general direction, performs a variety of advanced professional level accounting, budgetary, and analytical work in the maintenance and review of fi nancial records ensuring that accounting and fiscal activities are in conformance with accepted standards, laws and regulations ; performs a full range of accounting duties of the highest complexity that require application, analysis, and interpretation of accounting principles and accepted practices; audits, analyses, and verifies fiscal records and reports, and prepares financial and statistical reports; provides information to City staff regarding accounting practices and procedures; reconciles general ledger accounts; analyzes financial information and prepares reports and records pertaining to the City’s financial activities; assumes a lead role in the City’s budget preparation and monitoring; provides complex professional assistance to the Finance Manager and Director of Finance; and performs related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the advanced -level class in the professional Accountant series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Accountant II by the significant level of professional governmental accounting work performed; the level of responsibility assumed; and the complexity of duties assigned. This class is further distinguished from the Finance Manager in that the later class assumes responsibility for managing all accounting activities in the Finance Department and exercises supervision over assigned staff. Incumbents at the Senior Accountant level work independently, exercise a high level of judgment and initiative , and are expected to perform the most difficult and complex statistical, financial, budgetary, and analytical professional accounting work requiring thorough knowledge of governmental accounting systems and procedures. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Incumbents may provide lead and technical direction to lower lever staff and may oversee multiple functions of the department.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction from the Finance Manager and Director of Finance. Exercises technical and functional supervision over, and provides training to, lower-level staff.
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Assists the Finance Manager in planning the work of finance staff on assigned tasks and/or projects; reviews the work of staff for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with policies, procedures, and standards; participates in staff training activities; prepares drafts of new or revised departmental processes and procedures and submits recommendations for review and approval.
2. Assists in the development and administration of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures related to the area of assignment.
3. Provides lead direction, technical guidance, and training to professional, technical and clerical accounting staff; s erves as a technical resource to City staff; provides advice and technical assistance related to accounting procedures and financial system processes.
4. Prepares a variety of complex financial reports, statements, transactions, and schedules for internal use and as req uired by County, State, and F ederal agencies ensuring conformance with applicable policies, rules and regulations; assists with the preparation of financial statements for the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR); conducts research and analysis of financial information; ensures that funds are budgeted, controlled, accounted for reconciled, and audited; prepares notes, tables, and charts for inclusion in reports.
5. Assumes a lead role in City-wide and departmental budget preparation and administration including preparation of all departmental personnel costs ; assists in reviewing budget figures, compiling budget data, and related information; analyzes expenditures and revenue transactions against budget projections and historical data; prepares worksheets and summaries of budget data.
6. Prepares analyses on current and historical data and detailed reports for ongoing Capital Improvement Projects; prepares and provides detailed funding and expenditure analysis and year-end estimated carryovers by fund of all Capital Improvement projects.
7. Prepares, monitors and reconciles CDBG budget; analyzes and tracks expenditure activities; prepares and initiates drawdown reimbursement requests of grant monies and submittal to funding agency.
8. Establishes and monitors accounts, and prepares statistical analysis of revenues and expenditures of all Landscape and Lighting Maintenance Districts LLMD’s) and Community Facilities Districts (CFD’s), including year-end adjusting entries and carryover analysis by Fund and Zone.
9. Coordinates and prepares postings, balancing, and reconciliation of the General Ledger and subsidiary accounts; prepares bank reconciliation statements; reviews work of others performing these tasks.
10. Researches, interprets and applies Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ( GAAP), Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) and other professional accounting standards.
11. Reviews, analyzes, and audits financial records and transactions to ensure completeness and accuracy of information and calculations; prepares journal entries for adjusting and correcting records as necessary.
12. Analyzes, reconciles, and maintains records of various financial accounts; verifies availability of
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funds and classification of expenditures; researches and analyzes transactions to resolve problems and ensure adherence to budget.
13. Performs comprehensive financial activity studies as directed; provides analysis of various funds upon management request; a nalyzes financial documentation processes to ensure accuracy of financial reporting and recommends changes as necessary.
14. Provides complex technical support for audits; conducts research, provides analyses, and prepares audit schedules for independent auditors.
15. Develops, monitors, and maintains records on the City's fixed assets; records asset additions and deletions; determines value of assets; calculates and records depreciation schedules.
16. Prepare and review City Council agendas and staff reports for Council approved budget and funding appropriations; prepares and enters budget adjusting entries and establishes new accounts as needed in the financial system.
17. Prepares and submits cost recovery invoices and supporting documentation to insurance companies, contractors, or individuals for departments seeking reimbursement of city property damage, personnel, and contracted service costs.
18. Prepares and writes a variety of reports and documentation.
19. Observes and complies with City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
20. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
• Advanced principles, practices, and methods of public and governmental accounting and financing, including program budgeting and auditing and their application to municipal operations.
• Pertinent policies and procedures related to financial recordkeeping and cost accounting. • Specialized accounting and report writing software.
• General principles and practices used in data processing and its applicability to accounting and municipal operations.
• Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB).
• Municipal accounting system requirements and procedures. • Operations and organizational structure of municipal government. • Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to municipal financial operations.
• Principles and practices of business organization and public administration. • Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Financial research and report preparation methods and techniques. • Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and computer applications related to work, including word processing and spreadsheet software. • English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. • Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
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• City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Ability to:
• Apply advanced knowledge of C ity ordinances, policies, systems, and procedures governing financial administration.
• Apply advanced accounting principles to the reconciliation of accounts. • Apply critical thinking to complex projects and interpret detailed requirements. • Develop and accurately maintain a variety of financial and budgetary records and documents. • Prepare and maintain accurate and precise written documents such as ledgers, journals reports, forms, and correspondence.
• Understand, interpret, explain, and analyze financial and statistical data and material. • Analyze data and draw logical conclusions.
• Evaluate situations, identify problems, and exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Train and review the work of clerical, technical, and professional staff. • Maintain professionalism and confidentiality of information. • Prepare a variety of highly specialized and complex financial reports and statements in accordance with predetermined requirements.
• Understand, interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compl iance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Make accurate arithmetic, financial, and statistical computations. • Enter and retrieve data from a computer with sufficient speed and accuracy. • Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems. • Understand and carry out a variety of complex instructions in a responsible and independent manner.
• Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. • Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. • Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community. • Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures. • Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
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Experience:
A minimum of four (4) years of increasingly responsible professional level governmental accounting experience equivalent to an Accountant II with the City of Jurupa Valley.
Training:
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Accounting, Finance, Business or Public Administration, or a closely related field. A Master’s degree in a related field is highly desirable.
Licenses and Certifications:
• Possession of a State of California driver’s license and proof of insurance.
Special Requirements:
Employee in this class may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics and physical/mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Environmental Conditions:
Employees in this class generally work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting including use of standard office equipment, including a computer; and to operate a motor vehicle to visit various City development and meeting sites. Vision is required to read printed materials and a computer screen. Hearing and speech is required to communicate in person , before groups, and over the telephone . Touch is required in order to handle documents, and use a computer. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information . Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 20 pounds.
Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent in this class regularly uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets routine to comple x data, information, and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math, and mathematical reasoning; observes and interprets people, and situations; learns and applies new information ; performs detailed work; deals with
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changing deadlines, constant interruptions, and multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with, City management, staff, members of the public, and public agencies, and others encountered in the course of work.
CAREER PROGRESSION
FROM: Senior Accountant
TO: Finance Manager
Approved by Name: City Council Title: N/A
Effective/Revision Date: 5/11/23 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt At-Will Status: This is an “At Will” position as defined in Section 2.35.030 of the City of Jurupa Valley Municipal Code. Employment can be terminated with or without cause or notice at any time by either City or employee.
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CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION
SENIOR ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.
Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, performs a variety of complex paraprofessional accounting duties in the preparation, maintenance, and processing of accounting records and financial transactions, including payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable; maintains City financial accounts and records and assists in the preparation of financial reports and analysis; provides responsible technical accounting support to the professional staff i n the Finance Department; and performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the para- professional level class in the Accounting Support series. Incumbents perform the full range of technical work in all of the following areas: payroll; accounts receivable, and accounts payable, in addition to performing a wide variety of record-keeping, reconciliation, and account support activities.
Employees at this level are distinguished form the Accounting Technician II by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of the work assigned. Employees assigned to this Senior Accounting Technician level pe rform the most complex and responsible types of duties assigned to the class series, exercising a high level of independent judgement and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the unit. This class is distinguished form the Accountant classification in that the latter is a professional level classification requiring completion of a four- year college degree.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from higher level professional accounting staff, as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Performs a variety of routine to complex technical accounting support duties related to payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and/or department -specific technical accounting duties, including posting, balancing, adjusting, and maintaining manual and computerized accounting and financial records according to the established policies and procedures.
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2. Verifies posts and records a variety of financial transactions; prepares and maintains databases, records and a variety of periodic and special financial, accounting and statistical reports; generates reports by computer and balances them appropriately.
3. Enters and retrieves information and data using standard word processing and spreadsheet software, as well as accounting, financial, and other related electronic information systems.
4. Maintains a variety of ledgers, resisters, and journals according to established account policies and procedures; reconciles transactions and data as directed; records changes and resolves differences; maintains the accuracy of accounting and financial records.
5. Assists in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and year- end financial, summary and technical reports.
6. Prepares and processes payroll documents and other financial documents manually or by using specialized automated software; c oordinates timekeeping activities and maintains automat ed employee attendance/payroll records; a ssists in pay roll preparation and processing; reviews, calculates and processes payroll changes and adjustments; r eviews and reconciles payroll records.
7. Prepares accounts payable and payroll checks for release to Ci ty departments; attaches checks with supporting documents; files checks and invoices.
8. Researches invoices, matches to purchase orders, obtains authorization for payment, contacts vendors and City staff to resolve accounting issues.
9. Obtains necessary information and paperwork from vendors; prepares vendor invoice tracking; inputs vendor invoices and prints checks; calculates totals and balances accounts.
10. Maintains credit card accounts; processes receipts and reconciles to credit card statements.
11. Processes payments in batches and logs batch reports as appropriate; processes warrant writing on a bi -weekly basis; prepares documentation for payment; confers with vendors as necessary; enters and verifies data into the automated accounts payable system to produce payment; may prepare manual checks; prepares payments for mailing and files copies with backup.
12. Monitors department expenditures against budget accounts to ensure up-to-date information on fund balances; researched discrepancies and prepares requests for adjustments to correct errors.
13. Reviews source documents for accuracy, receipt of necessary information, and compliance with rules, regulations, and procedures; determines proper handling for compliance.
14. Receives vendor inquiries via telephone, fax, or mail; resolves any issues, problems, or requests using established procedures.
15. Maintains and updates IRS W -9 information of vendors for IRS 1099 year -end tax reporting and processing.
16. Assists with the year-end closing process.
17. Provides training and lead or technical direction over lesser skilled staff.
18. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Knowledge of:
• Intermediate to advanced level accounting principles and practices. • Principles and practices of governmental accounting.
• Terminology and practices of financial and account document processing and record-keeping, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and business licensing/registration. • Accounts payable practices and maintenance of general ledgers. • Standard payroll reporting processes and procedures.
• Business arithmetic and basic financial and statistical techniques. • Record-keeping principles and procedures.
• Modern office practices, me thods, and computer equipment and computer applications related to work, including word processing and spreadsheet software. • English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. • Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effec tively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff
• City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Ability to:
• Perform para-professional and complex technical accounting work accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain appropriate files and compile information for reports. • Perform detailed accounting and financial office support work in a highly organized and accurate manner.
• Work under supervision within a well- defined framework of standard policies and procedures.
• Accurately tabulate, record, and balance assigned transactions. • Reconcile financial transaction records, ledgers, and journals. • Interpret, and apply the policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions.
• Respond to and effectively prioritize multiple phone calls and other requests for service. • Compose correspondence and reports independently or from brief instructions. • Make accurate arithmetic, financial, and statistical computations. • Detect fiscal recording errors quickly and efficiently. • Enter and retrieve data from a computer with sufficient speed and accuracy to perform assigned work.
• Maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems. • Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. • Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effec tive working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.
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• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures. • Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
A minimum of five (5 ) years of increasingly responsible and complex governmental accounting and payroll experience including some experience at a lead worker level.
Training:
High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent, supplemented by the completion of college level coursework in accounting, finance, or a related field. An Associate’s Degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is highly desirable.
Licenses and Certifications:
• Possession of a State of California driver’s license and proof of insurance.
Special Requirements:
Employee in this class may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics and physical/mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Environmental Conditions:
Employees in this class generally work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting including use of standard office equipment, including a computer; and to operate a motor vehicle to visit various City development and meeting sites. V ision is required to read printed materials and a computer screen . H earing and speech is required to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Touch is required in order to handle documents, and use a computer. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
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Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information . Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 20 pounds.
Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent in this class regularly uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets routine to comple x data, information, and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math, and mathematical reasoning; observes and interprets people, and situations; learns and applies new information; performs detailed work; deals with changing deadlines, constant interruptions, and multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with, City management, staff, members of the public, and public agencies, and others encountered in the course of work.
CAREER PROGRESSION
FROM: Senior Accounting Technician
TO: Accountant
Approved by Name: City Council Title: N/A
Effective/Revision Date: 4/1/23 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt At-Will Status: This is an “At Will” position as defined in Section 2.35.030 of the City of Jurupa Valley Municipal Code. Employment can be terminated with or without cause or notice at any time by either City or employee.
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CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION
SENIOR BUILDING INSPECTOR
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.
Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, performs a variety of advanced and complex field building inspection services in trade specialties including plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and structural; examine s and physically review s construction and structures to ensure compliance with municipal building codes, zoning and other related ordinances; review s plans in the field and assists with code compliance problems; serves as a lead worker and conducts training with other building inspection staff; and performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the advanced journey level class within the Building Inspector series and this level is distinguished from the Building Inspector II by the greater independence in which an incumbent is expected to operate. This classification is responsible for performing the most complex and sensitive duties as well as specialist-level inspection work in all major fields of inspection, including structural, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and fire; plan checking industrial, commercial, and single and multi- family residential structures, including energy regulations; coordinating building inspections; disseminating a variety of technical information to the public, including building code interpretations, division policies and procedures, zoni ng codes, and laws; and providing day-to-day lead direction to lower -level classifications.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Building Inspection Supervisor and/or higher level management.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Schedules and inspects industrial, commercial, and complex residential buildings during various stages of construction and remodeling to assure compliance with applicable codes and regulations of City, State and Federal agencies.
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2. Performs complex inspection duties in trade spec ialties such as plumbing, electrical, mechanical, structural, and finish trade areas.
3. Inspects foundation, concrete, steel, masonry and wood construction, framing, plastering, plumbing, heating, and electrical installations, and a large variety of other complex and routine building system elements.
4. Checks stud, joist, rafter spacing and other structural member factors.
5. Ensures proper and safe installation of routine and complex building systems.
6. Provides technical assistance and educational programs to other building inspection staff in area of assigned specialization.
7. Reviews electrical, mechanical, plumbing , and other specialty plans and specifications to ensure conformance to California energy laws outlined in Title 24; conduct s field review of plans and specifications; authorizes changes in work procedures.
8. Ascertains conformance to California Building, Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical Codes, and pertinent provisions of State and County health and environmental ordinances.
9. Examines grade, quality, and treatment of lumber, concrete, lath, wire and composition.
10. Confers with architects, contractors, builders and the general public in the field and office; explains and interprets requirements and restrictions.
11. Coordinates inspection activities with other City departments and divisions.
12. Verifies adherence to zoning and general land use regulations, and perform various code enforcement inspection work as assigned.
13. Maintains detailed records and prepare reports.
14. Participates in conducting and leading weekly staff trainings.
15. Generates reports to collect and analyze inspection data; ensures that all inspections have been appropriately recorded in the work flow.
16. Assists in the development of work procedures.
17. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
• Operations, services and activities of a municipal building inspection and code enforcement program.
• Laws, ordinances, and codes regulating building construction and zoning. • Methods and techniques of building inspection.
• Pertinent codes and ordinances related to building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical requirements.
• Building safety and fire prevention techniques.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Principles and practices of technical report preparation. • Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
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• Accepted safety standards and methods of building construction for commercial, industrial and residential buildings.
• Building related codes and ordinances enforceable by the City, including the Uniform Building, Electrical, Plumbing and Mechanical Codes and zoning. • Advanced principles and techniques of building inspection work. • Principles of structural design and engineering mathematics. • Research methods and sources of information related to building code enforcement. • Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to residential, commercial and industrial code inspection. • City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols. • English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. • Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
Ability to:
• Perform advanced level, complex building inspection activities in a variety of structures including residential and commercial buildings, and detect deviations from plans and specifications.
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. • Apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques to examine workmanship and materials, and detect deviations from plans, regulations, and standard construction practices.
• Advise on standard construction methods and requirements for residential, commercial and industrial buildings.
• Read and interpret complex and difficult building plans and specifications. • Interpret, explain, and enforce applicable building codes and ordinances. • Keep up with constantly changing laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations. • Learn more complex principles, practices, techniques, and regulations pertaining to assigned duties.
• Prepare clear and concise technical reports.
• Maintain complex records and files.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Lead and train lesser-skilled inspection staff as assigned. • Make arithmetical computations rapidly and accurately. • Work independently and as part of a team.
• Make sound decisions within established guidelines.
• Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations and in meetings with individuals.
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• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community. • Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures. • Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience
A minimum of three (3) years of increasingly responsible journey level building inspection, code, and permit experience.
Training
High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent, supplemented by college level courses or trade school in civil engineering, building, construction, and plumbing.
Licenses and Certifications:
• Possession of a State of California driver’s license and proof of insurance. • Possession of a valid International Code Council (ICC) Residential and Commercial Building Inspector Certificate at the time of employment.
Additional certifications are highly desirable:
• International Code Council (ICC) Certification as a Combination Inspector • International Code Council (ICC) Residential Plumbing Building Inspector Certification • International Code Council (ICC) Residential Electrical Building Inspector Certification • International Code Council (ICC) Residential Mechanical Building Inspector Certification • Title 24 Energy and Accessibility Inspector
• Plans Examiner Certification
• Contractor License
Special Requirements:
Incumbents in this class are subject to emergency callback and extended shifts.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics and physical/mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Environmental Conditions:
Employees primarily work in the field and may be exposed to hot and cold temperatures,
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inclement weather conditions, loud noise levels, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to climb ladders, work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions, and often work with constant interruptions. Employees frequently deal with irate members of the public in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures and City codes.
Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various locations in the field; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and when making inspections; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification regularly sit, stand, walk on level and slippery surfaces, reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend stoop, squat, crouch, grasp, crawl, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily activities. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing 25 pounds or more . Employees must possess the ability to climb ladders up to 40 feet.
Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret complex data, information and documents; analyze and solve complex problems; use math/mathematical reasoning; perform highly detailed work under changing, intensive deadlines, on multiple concurrent tasks; work with constant interruptions, and interact with City managemen t, staff, developers, contractors, homeowners, members of the public, representatives of private agencies and others encountered in the course of work.
CAREER PROGRESSION
FROM: Senior Building Inspector
TO: Building Inspection Supervisor
Approved by Name: City Council Title: N/A
Effective/Revision Date: 4/1/23 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt At-Will Status: This is an “At Will” position as defined in Section 2.35.030 of the City of Jurupa Valley Municipal Code. Employment can be terminated with or without cause or notice at any time by either City or employee.
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CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION
SENIOR BUILDING PERMIT TECHNICIAN
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.
Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, performs the most complex, routine, and technical work at the public counter; engages with the public and answers inquiries by phone, email, and at the public counter related to the plan check submittal requirements for building permits and other miscellaneous construction permits; provides preliminary review of plans and specifications for plan check submittal; performs the most complex, routine, and simple o ver-the-counter plan checks for the issuance of permits; reviews and processes applications, issues permits, and calculates and collects fees; and performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the advanced journey level classification in the Building Permit Technician series responsible for performing the most complex work assigned to the series. Incumbents regularly work on tasks which are varied and complex, requiring considerable discretion and independent judgment. Positions in the classification rely on experience and judgment to perform assigned duties. Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines, and methods to complete assignments. Work is typically reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from higher level management as assigned. Exercises lead direction and training over lesser skilled technicians and/or interns.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Assists in processing plan check applications for construction plans for commercial, industrial, and residential projects; calculates application and permit fees; reviews plans for the purposes of establishing valuation and computing plan check and various other fees; verifies current contractor’s licenses and Workers' Compensation insurance.
2. Makes preliminary review of plans and/or permit applications for building construction to ensure conformance with the City's submittal requirements, codes, ordinances, and regulations governing
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construction; refers plans to Building Inspectors or plan checking personnel as needed; issues routine permits for building construction work; verifies completion of necessary documentation to balance accounts for monies collected.
3. Performs routine plan checks for small projects, such as room additions, garage conversions, patio covers, and backyard pools.
4. Handles the most complex plan reviews and routings and may conduct field inspections of small projects such as room additions, garage conversions, patio covers, and backyard pools.
5. Provides lead direction and functional support to subordinate staff in the day -to-day activities of the public counter.
6. Answers inquiries from contractors, architects, and the public related to regulations for building and housing construction, remodeling and repair, including structural, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and zoning matters, and California Title 24 requirements; provides information on departmental policies and functions; handles the more routine complaints and inquiries, referring difficult problems to the supervisor.
7. Maintains departmental property records and permit files and retrieves information files for the public or division personnel.
8. Works cooperatively with property owners, contractors, architects, or their representatives t o resolve questions regarding plan check, construction inspection, permit fees, or permit issuance within the scope of counter assignments.
9. Files permits and plans; makes photocopies or microfilms permits and plans for the public or permanent files; maintains records and prepares reports.
10. Assists management on special assignments that may include researching, coordinating the archiving of approved plans via electronic scanning, developing policies and operating procedures for public counter tasks, assisting in fee nexus studies, and coordination with various City departments regarding the collection of plan check and permit fees.
11. Assists in the preparation of the department's annual budget by projecting annual permit revenue.
12. Observes and complies with City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
13. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
• Principles of providing functional direction and training. • City building and permitting processes.
• Principles and practices of b uilding construction methods an d the reading of building plans at an advanced level.
• Basic construction methods and terminology.
• Methods and techniques of reviewing a diverse range of applications for accuracy and completeness.
• Organization, procedures, and operating details of Building and Safety, and the Community Development Department.
• State laws and City ordinances governing building, land use and zoning matters. • Mathematics for the purpose of reading building plans and maps, and calculating
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valuations and fees.
• Communication skills and techniques required for gathering, evaluating and transmitting information.
• Methods and techniques for analyzing and interpreting construction design plans, specifications, and working plans related to code enforcement procedures and practices. • Research methods and techniques related to all applicable codes. • Operations and organizational structure of municipal government. • Principles and practices of advanced research and report preparation. • Business letter writing.
• Cash handling techniques.
• Principles and practices of filing and record keeping. • Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and computer applications related to work, including word processing and spreadsheet software. • English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. • Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
• City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Ability to:
• Plan, organize, and coordinate the work of support staff. • Effectively provide staff leadership and work direction. • Perform counter and field work involving permit processing, application review, and basic construction inspections.
• Understand and explain City policies, procedures, fees, and basic planning and building codes and regulations to the general public, permit applicants, and City staff. • Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Perform detailed, technical, and specialized building permit support work. • Perform the full range of office and administrative support duties and tasks. • Respond to and effectively prioritize multiple phone calls, walk-up traffic, and other requests and interruptions.
• Compose correspondence and reports independently or from brief instructions. • Provide highly qualified customer service to the general public and the capability for effectively performing the duties necessary during busy peak operating hours. • Maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written records of work performed. • Make accurate arithmetic and financial computations.
• Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines. • Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow -up on assignments.
• Work well with people and handle a public counter and telephone for a public agency in a calm, self-assured, and confident manner; handle the more complex issues that arise and assist lower level staff.
• Coordinate activities with other City departments, jurisdictions, and other parties of interest.
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• Read maps and learn the City's geography.
• Develop and accurately maintain a variety of work records and documents including complete application files, logs, reports, and memoranda.
• Compile and analyze technical information.
• Maintain and follow department policies and procedures. • Work independently and as a team member.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. • Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community. • Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures. • Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
A minimum of five (5 ) years of progressively responsible administrative or technical experience interpreting building codes and reviewing construction plans involving a high level of public contact and customer service, equivalent to a Building Permit Technician II with the City of Jurupa Valley. The possession of an Associate’s d egree in Construction Technology or a related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.
Training:
High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent. The completion of an Associate’s Degree in Construction Technology or a related field from an accredited college or university in construction technology or a related field is highly desirable.
Licenses an d Certifications:
• Possession of a State of California driver’s license and proof of insurance.
Special Requirements:
Employee in this class may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics and physical/mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
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enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Environmental Conditions:
Employees in this class generally work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting including use of standard office equipment, including a computer; and to operate a motor vehicle to visit various City development and meeting sites. Vision is required to read printed materials and a computer screen. Hearing and speech is required to communicate in person, and over the telephone. Touch is required in order to handle documents, and use a computer. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information . Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 20 pounds.
Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent in this class regularly uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets routine to comple x data, information, and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math, and mathematical reasoning; observes and interprets people, and situations; learns and applies new information; performs detailed work; deals with changing deadlines, constant interruptions, and multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with , City management, staff, members of the public, and public agencies, and others encountered in the course of work.
CAREER PROGRESSION
FROM: Senior Building Permit Technician
TO: Management Analyst, Engineering Technician or Assistant Planner
Approved by Name: City Council Title: N/A
Effective/Revision Date: 5/9/23 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt At-Will Status: This is an “At Will” position as defined in Section 2.35.030 of the City of Jurupa Valley Municipal Code. Employment can be terminated with or without cause or notice at any time by either City or employee.
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CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION
SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.
Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, performs advanced and complex professional civil engineering work associated with the design, development, investigation, construction of land development projects, public works and/or capital projects, and specialized traffic engineering assignments; performs complex civil engineering functions for citywide public infrastructure, capital improvement designs, construction project inspections, and contract management; prepare s advanced studies and reports ; reviews plans, evaluates costs, and conducts field reviews; provides lead direction over a ssigned staff; and performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Senior Civil Engineer is the advanced and lead journey level class within the professional Engineering Series. Incumbents assigned to the senior level are experienced and registered professional engineers with responsibility for lead ing and performing the more complex civil engineering tasks and projects. The application of professional knowledge and skills is required in the research, analysis, planning, and implementation of effective engineering designs and project management work, and requires frequent use of independent judgment. Incumbents are expected to perform with a high degree of independence in preparing designs and in fully managing large and complex projects independently or as part of a team.
Incumbents serve as the liaison with developers, contractors and consultants, and support larger City projects. Incumbents assigned to this class oversee a greater range of assignments and require more specialized professional knowledge and experience than the Associate Engineer. Incumbents at this level may serve as a lead over a work team and provide training and technical guidance. The work may require occasional attendance at meetings and hearings, and in making presentations to City Council, business and community groups.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Deputy Director of Public Works Director/Assist ant City Engineer.
Exercises lead direction on a project basis with assigned staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
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1. Reviews project plans and specifications involving hydrology, traffic and soils reports and calculations as well as grading plans, sewer plans, w aste water facility plans, streets plans, traffic studies, soils reports, and other documents, including plans, parcel and tract maps, and studies; reviews drawings and details of construction and implementation plans; prepares conditions for approval.
2. Participates in the preparation of cost estimates, construction specifications and financial reports; prepares operating, management and capital improvement budget estimates ; administers project budget expenses in relation to tasks and schedules; administers plan check and calculates and administers development fee impact assessments and updates.
3. Prepares requests for proposals; evaluates proposals, selects consultants, and administers construction projects.
4. Attends public hearings, committee meetings and work shops; and serves as a liaison between staff, developers, contractors, consultants, and the general public in matters involving engineering planning, construction, cost updates, reimbursement agreements, and capital improvements design.
5. Provides project direction to City consultants and attorneys regarding scope of work; administers professional services contracts; prepares conditions and researches and resolves project issues, verbally or in writing.
6. Develops and revises engineering procedures, policies, standards and guidelines as they relate to particular projects.
7. Prepares construction inspection reports, non- compliance letters, bond and fee letters and developer credits as well as environmental status reports, and public education materials; prepares fixed asset reports.
8. Prepares agenda reports and staff reports for City Council actions; conducts field reviews and prepares quarterly progress reports.
9. Reviews plan check inquiries and recommendations of Associate and Assistant Engineers and technical staff.
10. Evaluates compliance with laws, ordinances, and acceptable WQMP standards recommends corrections or improvements
11. May represent City in various eminent domain property acquisition cases.
12. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
• Theory, principles, and practices of civil and structural engineering design and construction; grading and subdivision design ordinances and standards. • Water supply, pumping, storage and distribution, wastewater, collection treatment and disposal, hydrology, hydraulics and soil mechanics principles; surveying standards and practices.
• Subdivision Map Act, Uniform Building Code, Caltrans Design Manual, and Green Book Specifications Manual.
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• Public agency budgetary, contract admi nistration, administrative practices, and general principles of risk management related to the functions of the assigned area. • Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of projects, programs, policies, procedures, and operational needs. • Principles and practices of municipal government administration. • Principles and practices of public works and engineering program development, maintenance, and management in a municipal setting.
• Methods, materials, and techniques used in the construction of public works projects. • Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations. • Methods and techniques for the development of presentations, contract negotiations, business correspondence, and information distribution; research and reporting methods, techniques and procedures.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• City government and issues of concern to developers, property owners, contractors, private engineers, and others when dealing with the City on engineering matters. • Statistical and report writing methods and practices. • Terminology, methods, practices and techniques used in technical civil engineering report preparation.
• Advanced principles of mathematics as applied to engineering work. • Recent developments, current literature and sources of information regarding civil engineering.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and computer applications related to work, including word processing and spreadsheet software. • English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. • Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
• City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Ability to:
• Lead and perform advanced level, complex professional civil engineering duties in support of a comprehensive public works engineering program; prepare designs, computations, plans and studies.
• Review and check complex engineering designs, computations, plans and studies. • Respond to emergency and problem situations in an effective manner. • Interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques. • Effectively administer special projects with contractual agreements , and ensure compliance with stipulations.
• Effectively administer a variety of public works programs and administrative activities.
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• Conduct effective negotiations and effectively represent the City and the department in meetings with governmental agencies, contractors, vendors, and various businesses, professional, regulatory, and legislative organizations. • Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alterna tives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports.
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
• Understand, explain and apply policies and procedures; analyze unusual situations and resolve them through application of management and engineering principles and practices. • Interpret financial statements and cost accounting reports. • Collect and analyze data, develop recommendations based on findings, and reach sound and defensible conclusions.
• Analyze situations and take effective action.
• Speak before groups, organizations, regulatory bodies and professional meetings, respond constructively to conflict and develop effective resolutions. • Work effectively with various governmental agencies, private firms, and the general public. • Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems. • Understand and carry out a variety of complex instructions in a responsible and independent manner.
• Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. • Provide lead, technical, and functional guidance to lesser skilled staff. • Use tact, initiative, p rudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community. • Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures. • Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
A minimum of four (4) years of increasingly responsible professional civil engineering experience equivalent to an Associate Engineer.
Training:
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course
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work in Civil Engineering or closely related field, or possession of an Engineer in Training (EIT) California State Board Certification. A Master’s degree in a related field is highly desirable.
Licenses and Certifications:
• Possession of a State of California driver’s license and proof of insurance. • Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
• Certificate of Registration as a Land Surveyor is desirable.
Possession of, or ability to obtain during employment, depending on assignment:
• Certified as a Qualified Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) Practitioner and Developer (QSP/QSD).
• Certified Professional in Storm Water Quality (CPSWQ). • Certificate of Registration as a Traffic Engineer.
Special Requirements:
Employee in this class may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics and physical/mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Environmental Conditions:
Employees in this class generally work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
Employees may also work in the field with exposure to extreme weather conditions, dust, fumes and/or allergens, excessive noise, and unpleasant odors, and work near hazardous/moving equipment, machinery, or moving traffic.
Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting including use of standard office equipment, including a computer; and to operate a motor vehicle to visit various City development and meeting sites. V ision is required to read printed materials and a computer screen . H earing and speech is required to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Touch is required in order to handle documents, and use a computer. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retriev e data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information . Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push,
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and pull materials and objects up to 20 pounds.
Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent in this class regularly uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets routine to comple x data, information, and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math, and mathe matical reasoning; observes and interprets people, and situations; learns and applies new information; performs detailed work; deals with changing deadlines, constant interruptions, and multiple concurrent tasks; a nd interacts with City management, staff, members of the public, and public agencies, and others encountered in the course of work.
CAREER PROGRESSION
FROM: Senior Civil Engineer
TO: Principal Civil Engineer
Approved by Name: City Council Title: N/A
Effective/Revision Date: 4/1/23 FLSA Status: Exempt
At-Will Status: This is an “At Will” position as defined in Section 2.35.030 of the City of Jurupa Valley Municipal Code. Employment can be terminated with or without cause or notice at any time by either City or employee.
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SENIOR CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.
Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision , p erforms advanced and complex duties involving the enforcement of land use ordinances and related code provisions; serves as a lead worker and conducts training with other code staff; and performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the advanced journey level class i n the Code Enforcement Officer s eries and this level is distinguished from the Code Enforcement Officer II by the greater independence in which an incumbent is expected to operat e. This classification is responsible for performing specialist -level inspection work in all areas i.e. land use, housing, zoning, abatement, and nuisance codes and ordinances, and handles the more difficult and complex cases. Incumbents within this class are distinguished from the Code Enforcement Officer II by the greater independence in which an incumbent is expected to operate, and serves in a lead capacity providing day-to-day lead direction to lower-level classifications.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Code Enforcement Supervisor and/or higher level management.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Performs the more complex and specialized duties involved in ensuring compliance with County land use, housing, zoning, abatement, and nuisance codes and ordinances.
2. Provides guidance and direction to personnel performing code enforcement work; advise s and assists staff with the more difficult, unusual, or sensitive aspects of the work.
3. Performs field surveys and investigate complaints of possible code and ordinance violations.
4. Contacts property and business owners and schedule and conduct on- site inspections; advise violators of ordinance requirements and seek to gain voluntary compliance.
5. Takes photographs and necessary measurements and gather all pertinent facts from the parties involved; issue notices of violation and, when necessary, citations.
6. Maintains records of inspections and enforcement efforts; prepare required documentation for legal actions.
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7. Testifies in court proceedings regarding code violations; perform follow -up actions as needed to ensure compliance.
8. Confers with related agencies and County departments on disposition of complaints and code violations; prepare detailed and specialized reports and correspondence related to code enforcement inspections, violations, and other activities.
9. May inform assigned Code Enforcement Officers I/II of any departmental policy and procedural changes.
10. Provides public with information regardin g land use, zoning, building, and housing codes and regulations.
11. Provides updates to the Code Enforcement Supervisor with regard to ongoing investigations and personnel issues.
12. Maintains detailed records and prepare reports.
13. Participates in conducting and leading weekly staff trainings.
14. Generates reports to collect and analyze inspection data; ensures that all inspections have been appropriately recorded in the work flow.
15. Assists in the development of work procedures.
16. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
• Modern principles, practices, and methods used in a municipal code enforcement program. • Laws, ordinances, and codes regulating housing and building, business license, fire, and health.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and organizational policies and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility. • Methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments. • Methods and techniques used in enforcement and investigation. • Law enforcement procedures and administrative techniques. • Rules of evidence and court procedures.
• Basic principles of mathematics.
• Methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing. • Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to residential, commercial and industrial code inspection. • City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols. • English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. • Techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
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• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
Ability to:
• Perform advanced journey level code enforcement activities and identify detect deviations from codes and regulations, and handle the more difficult and complex cases. • Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. • Inspect and analyze a variety of buildings and properties and identify code violations. • Appropriately apply codes and regulations to varying situations. • Keep up with constantly changing laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations. • Learn more complex principles, practices, techniques, and regulations pertaining to assigned duties.
• Facilitate appropriate corrective action from property owners regarding violations. • Effectively deal with angry and non-cooperative people. • Prepare clear and concise technical reports.
• Maintain complex records and files.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Lead and train lesser-skilled inspection staff as assigned. • Make arithmetical computations rapidly and accurately. • Work independently and as part of a team.
• Make sound decisions within established guidelines.
• Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations and in meetings with individuals.
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community. • Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures. • Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
A minimum of three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in municipal government code enforcement, building, bu siness licensing, construction, preferably with some experience in a lead capacity.
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Training:
High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent, supplemented by college level courses or trade school in building, construction, criminal justice, or a related field.
Li censes and Certifications:
• Possession of a State of California driver’s license and proof of insurance. • Possession of a valid PC 832 Certification.
• Possession of a valid Statewide California Association of Code Enforcement Officials (CACEO) Certified Code Officer.
• Possession of a valid Oleoresin Capsicum Spray Certification. • Successful completion of Identification of Substandard Residences course by CACEO.
Special Requirements:
Incumbents in this class are subject to emergency callback and extended shifts.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics and physical/mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Environmental Conditions:
Employees primarily work in the field and may be exposed to hot and cold temperatures, inclement weather conditions, loud noise levels, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to climb ladders, work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions, and often work with constant interruptions. Employees frequently deal with irate members of the public in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures and City codes.
Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various locations in the field; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and when making inspections; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification regularly sit, stand, walk on level and slippery surfaces, reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend stoop, squat, crouch, grasp, crawl, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily activities. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing 50 pounds or more.
Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret complex data, information and documents; analyze and solve complex problems; use math/mathematical reasoning; perform highly detailed work
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under changing, intensive deadlines, on multiple concurrent tasks; work with constant interruptions, and interact with City management, staff, developers, contractors, homeowners, members of the public, representatives of private agencies and others encountered in the course of work.
CAREER PROGRESSION
FROM: Senior Code Enforcement Officer
TO: Code Enforcement Supervisor
Approved by Name: City Council Title: N/A
Effective/Revision Date: 4/1/23 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt At-Will Status: This is an “At Will” position as defined in Section 2.35.030 of the City of Jurupa Valley Municipal Code. Employment can be terminated with or without cause or notice at any time by either City or employee.
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SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS
INSPECTOR
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.
Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, performs a variety of advanced and complex compliance inspections of construction sites, commercial, and industrial properties for compliance with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) laws, regulations, and ordinances and the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit requirements; inspects post construction best management practices for proper maintenance; responds to spills and discharges; responds to complaints and inquiries pertaining to environmental issues; maintains records and files of all activities; serves as a lead worker and conducts training with other environmental programs inspectors; and performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the advanced journey level class within the Environmental Programs Inspector series with responsibility for performing the most complex and sensitive compliance inspection duties, and for providing day-to-day lead direction to lower -level classifications in this series. The work is performed independently and requires a high degree of ability to exercise independent judgment when dealing with the public and other governmental agencies. This class is further distinguished from the Environmental Programs Inspector II by the greater degree of knowledge of laws, regulations, and ordinances, and the greater degree of independence in which an incumbent is expected to operate.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Environmental Programs Manager and/or higher level management.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Schedules and performs a variety of complex and specialized inspections of construction sites, commercial, and industrial properties for compliance with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) laws, regulations, and ordinances, and the Municipal Separate Storm
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Sewer System (MS4) Permit requirements.
2. Performs the more complex and specialized technical work associated with the environmental programs.
3. Confers with property owners, business operators, and contractors for correction and mitigation of deficiencies; issues notices and applies appropriate enforcement actions.
4. Prepares and maintain inspection records.
5. Inspects post construction best management practices for conformity with approved plans; inspects to ensure annual mainte nance is completed; confers with engineering staff and outside design professionals to resolve functional issues.
6. Confers with business license/registration staff and the public to ensure that environmental regulatory requirements are met.
7. Inspects storm drain infrastructure for maintenance; assists in the implementation of full capture devices.
8. Responds to spills and illicit discharges; takes water samples if needed; documents and reports findings.
9. Conducts inspections and investigates reports, referrals, and complaints of illegal discharges to the public sewers and storm drain systems; prepares reports of inspection and investigation as basis for follow-up corrective or enforcement action as appropriate.
10. Assists in the preparation of a variety of regulatory compliance reports for submittal to local, regional, state, and federal agencies.
11. Represents the City in a variety of internal and external meetings and hearings.
12. Assists in training of staff and provides lead direction, as assigned.
13. Coordinates inspection activities with other City departments and divisions.
14. Participates in conducting and leading weekly staff trainings.
15. Generates reports to collect and analyze inspection data; ensures that all inspections have been appropriately recorded in the work flow.
16. Assists in the development of work procedures.
17. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
• Operations, services and activities of a municipal public works environmental compliance and inspection program.
• National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) laws, regulations, and ordinances and the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit requirements pertaining to local governmental operations.
• Advanced principles, techniques and procedures for industrial wastewater inspections. • Industrial storm water pollution prevention plans and best management practices for industrial facilities.
• Basic engineering concepts and practices pertaining to storm water runoff and flood control. • Biological and chemical principals as related to water quality issues, sampling and laboratory methods.
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• Principles of public relations.
• Engineering plans, maps, legal descriptions, title reports. • Local ordinances and codes, permitting procedures, and department operating procedures. • Principles and procedures of detailed record keeping. • Principles and practices of technical report preparation. • Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Accepted safety standards and methods of public works infrastructure projects. • Research methods and sources of information related to public works environmental compliance and inspection.
• Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to public works environmental compliance and inspection.
• City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols. • English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. • Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
Ability to:
• Perform advanced level, complex public works environmental programs inspection activ ities in a variety of construction sites, commercial, and industrial properties for compliance with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) laws, regulations, and ordinances, and the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit requirements.
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. • Apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques to examine and assess infrastructure and facilities in order to detect deviations from plans and regulations. • Lead and train lesser-skilled environmental program inspection staff as assigned. • Advise on management best practices for public works environmental program compliance consistent with various federal, state and local requirements. • Read and interpret complex and difficult blueprint and engineering records, plans, and specifications.
• Keep up with constantly changing laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations. • Learn more complex principles, practices, techniques, and regulations pertaining to assigned duties.
• Enforce necessary regulations with firmness and tact. • Use a variety of types of field testing devices.
• Prepare clear and concise technical reports.
• Maintain complex records and files.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Make arithmetical computations rapidly and accurately.
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• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Make sound decisions within established guidelines.
• Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations and in meetings with individuals.
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community. • Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures. • Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience
A minimum of three (3) years of increasingly responsible journey level experience in public works or environmental inspection with an emphasis in performing storm water compliance inspections.
Training
High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent, preferably supplemented by college level courses in environmental science, biology, inspection practices, or a related field. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field is highly desirable.
Licenses and Certifications:
• Possession of a State of California driver’s license. • Possession of a California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Environmental Compliance Inspector Grade II or a valid Inspector Storm water and Erosion Control (CISEC) certificate.
• Possession of a Qualified Storm water Practitioner Certificate is highly desirable.
Special Requirements:
Incumbents in this class are subject to emergency callback and extended shifts.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics and physical/mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Environmental Conditions:
Employees primarily work in the field and may be exposed to hot and cold temperatures, inclement weather conditions, loud noise levels, vibration, chemicals, unpleasant odors, mechanical and/or
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electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to climb ladders, work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions, and often work with constant interruptions. Employees frequently deal with the public in interpreting and enforcing laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various locations in the field; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and when making inspections and discerning pollutants; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over th e telephone. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification regularly sit, stand, walk on level and slippery surfaces, reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend stoop, squat, crouch, grasp, crawl, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily activities. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing 20 pounds or more.
Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret complex data, information and documents; analyze and solve complex problems; use math/mathematical reasoning; perform highly detailed work under changing, intensive deadlines, on multiple concurrent tasks; work with constant interruptions, and interact with City management, staff, developers, contractors, homeowners, members of the public, representatives of private agencies and others encountered in the course of work.
CAREER PROGRESSION
FROM: Senior Environmental Programs Inspector
TO: Environmental Programs Manager
Approved by Name: City Council Title: N/A
Effective/Revision Date: 5/3/23 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt At-Will Status: This is an “At Will” position as defined in Section 2.35.030 of the City of Jurupa Valley Municipal Code. Employment can be terminated with or without cause or notice at any time by either City or employee.
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SENIOR PLANNER
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.
Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, performs advanced journey level, complex administrativ e and professional planning and research assignments involving a dvanced planning, transit, environmental, zoning, and land development projects; makes recommendations on development permits, special use and variance permits and design standards ; ensures compliance with the City’s policies and development standards; coordinates, prepares and presents staff reports , recommendations , and planning projects ; and performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Senior Planner is the advanced journey level class within the professional Planner Series. Incumbents perform the higher level, more complex and difficult planning functions involving advanced planning, transit, environmental, zoning, and land development projects . The application of advanced professional knowledge and skills is required in the research, analysis, planning, and implementation of effective strategies and approaches to work, and requires frequent use of independent judgment. The work may require regular attendance at meetings and hearings, and in making presentations to City Council, business and community groups. Positions assigned to this level may serve as a lead over a functional area of the Planning Development Department (e.g. Current, Advanced, or Environmental), the management of work and multiple projects through assigned team members, and the ability to provide functional and technical direction over assigned staff.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Deputy Director of Planning or Planning Manager. Exercises functional and technical direction over Assistant and Associate Planners and technical staff, as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Organizes, review s and participate s in urban planning assignments; performs complex and sensitive planning work in advanced planning, current planning, redevelopment, design and zoning; makes recommendations on devel opment permits, special use and variance permits and design standards.
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2. Conducts research and analysis of planning problems related to environmental impact, zoning, variances, conditional use permits and planned developments.
3. Confers with applicants and agency representatives to identify problems.
4. Analyzes data with respect to relevant laws, ordinances, regulations and policies; formulate s conclusions and presents recommendations to resolve issues with zoning requirements and State environmental law.
5. Prepares comprehensive technical reports related to current and proposed projects concerning zoning, subdivisions, variances, redevelopment and other planning activities; prepare s a variety of written staff reports, materials and correspo ndence; propose s and drafts revisions to the zoning ordinance and City planning regulations.
6. Reviews commercial, industrial and development plans for issuance of zone, clearance and compliance with related regulations; review s building plans, parcel maps , subdivision proposals, and tentative track maps for compliance.
7. Interprets maps, site and building plans and specifications, graphs, statistical data, and geographical maps; creates exhibits to communicate land management concept in preparing reports, presentations, or public outreach efforts.
8. Guides and collaborates with contractors, developers, design professionals, community groups, and citizens related to planning projects.
9. Participates in project site visits to gather facts and conduct investigations o f the location or project under study; record s field notes and/or take photographs and other preparations to assist with related visual displays.
10. Plans and conducts public informational meetings on planning matters; a ttends meetings of the City Council, Planning Commission, and the Housing Authority; make s presentations on planning issues as directed.
11. Coordinates work with other City departments; represents the department with outside agencies as assigned; explains and interprets departmental programs, policies, and activities.
12. Oversees or prepares environmental impact analysis on General Plan elements, zoning and other code revisions, specific plans or land use entitlement; prepare s and processes amendments to the General Plan in accordance with State laws.
13. Responds to inquiries from the public, de velopers and other City staff related to zone changes, variances, tract and parcel maps, site plans, design reviews and development permits; interpret s planning policies, S tate laws and local ord inances and explains procedures; a ssists and advise s the public in preparation and filing of applications related to a variety of planning issues.
14. Coordinates, reviews and administers contracts for planning and environmental consulting services.
15. Serves as a lead over a functional area of the Planning Department (e.g. Current, Advanced, or Environmental) as assigned; coordinates work and multiple projects through assigned team members, and provides functional and technical direction over assigned staff.
16. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
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• Objectives, advanced principles, procedures, standards, practices and information sources of short and long -term urban planning , City code promulgation, and relate d activities in planning and zoning.
• Application of land use, physical design, economic, environmental, architecture and/or social concepts to the planning process.
• Implementation of zoning and other municipal ordinances; methods used in developing information for General Plan modifications.
• Federal, state and local laws, regulations and court decisions applicable to assigned areas of responsibility including the Subdivision Map Act, the California Environmental Quality Act, Housing Laws, Planning and Zoning Laws, and the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act. • Organization and functions of an elected City Council, Planning Commission and other appointed boards and commissions.
• Principles and practices of public administration, including budgeting, purchasing, contract administration and maintenance of public records.
• Community trends and market analyses techniques including research, math concepts and statistical analysis techniques.
• Physical design, economic, environmental and social concepts to the planning process. • Terminology, symbols, methods, techniques and instruments used in planning and map drafting; local government organization and the functions and practices of a municipal planning unit.
• City government and issues of concern to developers, property owners, contractors, private engineers, and others when dealing with the City on planning matters. • Report writing methods and practices.
• Recent developments, current literature and sources of information regarding urban planning. • Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and computer applications related to work, including word processing and spreadsheet software. • English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. • Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
• City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Ability to:
• Conduct complex research and identify economic and demographic trends; compile and analyze complex technical and statistical planning information. • Interpret and apply related codes, laws and policies; interpret maps, site and building plans and specifications, graphs and statistical data.
• Interpret maps, site and building plans and specifications, graphs and statistical data; research, analyze and summarize planning data both manually and with computer programs. • Present technical information effectively both orally and in writing; prepare clear, concise technical reports.
• Instruct others in work procedures and provide specific project direction • Analyze situations and take effective action.
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• Speak before groups, organizations, regulatory bodies and professional meetings, res pond constructively to conflict and develop effective resolutions. • Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems. • Understand and carry out a variety of complex instructions in a responsible and independent manner.
• Organize and prioritize a variety of complex projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. • Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, proced ural, and legal guidelines.
• Lead and train lesser-skilled staff as assigned.
• Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations and in meetings with individuals.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and e ffective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Deal constructively with conflict and develop effective resolutions. • Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community. • Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures. • Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
A minimum of four (4) years of increasingly responsible professional planning experience equivalent to an Associate Planner.
Training – All Levels:
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Community Development, Urban Planning, Political science, Public Administration or a closely related field. A Master's degree in a related field is highly desirable.
Licenses and Certifications:
• Possession of a State of California driver’s license and proof of insurance.
Special Requirements:
Employee in this class may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
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WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics and physical/mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Environmental Conditions:
Employees in this class generally work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing City-wide policies and procedures.
Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting including use of standard office equipment, including a computer; and to operate a motor vehicle to visit various City development and meeting sites. V ision is required to read printed materials and a computer screen . H earing and speech is required to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Touch is required in order to handle documents, and use a computer. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, k neel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information . Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 20 pounds.
Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent in this class regularly uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets complex data, information, and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math, and mathematical reasoning ; observes and interprets people, and situations; learns and applies new information ; performs highly detailed work; deals with changing deadlines, constant interruptions, and multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with City management, staff, developers, contractors, homeowners, members of the public, representatives of private and public agencies, and others encountered in the course of work.
CAREER PROGRESSION
FROM: Senior Planner
TO: Principal Planner or Planning Manager
Approved by Name: City Council Title: N/A
Effective/Revision Date: 4/1/23 FLSA Status: Exempt
At-Will Status: This is an “At Will” position as defined in Section 2.35.030 of the City of Jurupa Valley Municipal Code. Employment can be terminated with or without cause or notice at any time by either
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City or employee.
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CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION
SENIOR PUBLIC WORKS INSPECTOR
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.
Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, performs a variety of advanced and complex field inspections of developer, capital improvements, and permit inspection work related to public works and public utilities construction and infrastructure projects; interprets plans and specifications and physically review s construction to ensure contract compliance; prepares project records and reports; prepares and recommends change orders and cost estimates; serves as a lead worker and conducts training with other public works inspection staff; and performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the advanced journey level class within the Public Works Inspector series and this level is distinguished from the Public Works Inspector II by the greater independence in which an incumbent is expected to operate. This classification is responsible for performing the most complex and sensitive construction inspection duties as well as specialist -level inspection work in all major fields of inspection to ensure construction and materials comply with contract standards and specifications, state laws, local ordinances, an d proper construction practices; and providing day-to-day lead direction to lower -level classifications.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Deputy Public Works Director/Assistant City Engineer.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Schedules and inspects a variety of public works and public utilities construction and maintenance projects, such as sidewalks, concrete structures, driveways, water main and service installations, sewer main and lateral installations, lift stations, pump stations, curbs and gutters, retaining walls, earthwork, street excavation and patchwork, drainage facilities, storm drains, landscape irrigation, traffic signal installations, underground conduit installations, street painting, street and traffic sign installations, geotechnical, and others to ensure construction and materials comply with contract standards and specifications, state laws, local ordinances, and
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proper construction practices.
2. Inspects concrete street improvements, including sidewalks, drive approaches, wheel chair ramps, block walls, and other elements; inspects asphalt concrete street paving and slurry seal coating; ensures correct street sections checking grades and elevations.
3. Inspects public works and public utilities construction and maintenance projects to ensure compliance with safety regulations, construction codes, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements.
4. Inspects potable and non -potable water systems and sanitary sewer systems, including installation, testing, maintenance and repair.
5. Inspects water and sewer projects, storm water drainage systems, and year-round protections, including compliance with NPDES standards.
6. Observes earthwork grading, slope construction, earthen berms and surface drainage; reviews soils compaction reports and grading certificates.
7. Inspects all aspects of traffic control set -ups and maintenance for conformance with codes, specifications and safety practices.
8. Inspects underground dry utility systems.
9. Responds to citizen complaints and requests for information, including the general public, developers, contractors and utility representatives.
10. Interprets construction plans and specifications; prepares and makes recommendations on change orders; confers with City engineering staff on design problems encountered in the field; prepares cost estimates.
11. Performs final inspection of construction projects for field acceptance; prepares list of required corrections prior to field acceptance or final bond exoneration; Issues certificates of occupancy.
12. Maintains necessary records of daily operations, including daily project reports, time reports and vehicle reports.
13. Reviews as-built drawings for public works facilities and utility projects.
14. During natural disasters, investigates complaints regarding the failure of public works and public utilities systems and facilities, such as broken water and sewer mains and services, gas leaks, roadway and decking problems, and other hazards.
15. Confers with architects, contractors, builders and the general public in the field and office; explains and interprets requirements and restrictions.
16. Coordinates inspection activities with other City departments and divisions.
17. Participates in conducting and leading weekly staff trainings.
18. Generates reports to collect and analyze inspection data; ensures that all inspections have been appropriately recorded in the work flow.
19. Assists in the development of work procedures.
20. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
• Operations, services and activities of a municipal public works construction and infrastructure inspection program.
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• Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, and codes regulating engineering construction projects, engineering construction, safety, and inspection methods. • Proper usage of construction materials and equipment; safe work practices; traffic control standards;
• Engineering mathematics, including algebra, geometry and trigonometry; • Methods and techniques of construction inspections.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Principles and practices of technical report preparation. • Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Accepted safety standards and methods of public works infrastructure projects. • Advanced principles and techniques of construction inspection work. • Principles of structural design and engineering mathematics. • Research methods and sources of information related to public works construction and inspection.
• Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to public works construction and inspection.
• City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols. • English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. • Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
Ability to:
• Perform advanced level, complex public works construction and infrastructure inspection activities in a variety of structures, and detect deviations from plans and specifications. • Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. • Apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques to examine workmanship and materials, and detect deviations from plans, regulations, and standard construction practices.
• Advise on standard construction methods and requirements for public works and infrastructure projects.
• Read and interpret complex and difficult blueprint plans, specifications, and construction codes.
• Keep up with constantly changing laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations. • Learn more complex principles, practices, techniques, and regulations pertaining to assigned duties.
• Make material quantity calculations and prepare cost estimates. • Enforce necessary regulations with firmness and tact. • Determine that construction systems conform to City Code requirements. • Use a variety of types of field testing devices.
• Prepare clear and concise technical reports.
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• Maintain complex records and files.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Lead and train lesser-skilled inspection staff as assigned. • Make arithmetical computations rapidly and accurately. • Work independently and as part of a team.
• Make sound decisions within established guidelines.
• Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations and in meetings with individuals.
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community. • Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures. • Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience
A minimum of three (3) years of increasingly responsible journey level sub -professional engineering work involving public works construction inspection experience.
Training
High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent, preferably supplemented by college level courses or trade school in civil engineering, building, construction, and inspection practices.
Licenses and Certifications:
• Possession of a State of California driver’s license and proof of insurance. • Possession of a valid International Code Council (ICC) Residential and Commercial Building Inspector Certificate.
Additional certifications are highly desirable:
• Contractor License.
Special Requirements:
Incumbents in this class are subject to emergency callback and extended shifts.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics and physical/mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
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enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Environmental Conditions:
Employees primarily work in the field and may be exposed to hot and cold temperatures, inclement weather conditions, loud noise levels, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to climb ladders, work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions, and often work with constant interruptions. Employees frequently deal with irate members of the public in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures and City codes.
Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various locations in the field; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and when making inspections; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the tele phone. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification regularly sit, stand, walk on level and slippery surfaces, reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend stoop, squat, crouch, grasp, crawl, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily activities. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing 20 pounds or more.
Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret complex data, information and documents; analyze and solve complex problems; use math/mathematical reasoning; perform highly detailed work under changing, intensive deadlines, on multiple concurrent tasks; work with constant interruptions, and interact with City management, staff, developers, contractors, homeowners, members of the public, representatives of private agencies and others encountered in the course of work.
CAREER PROGRESSION
FROM: Senior Public Works Inspector
TO:
Approved by Name: City Council Title: N/A
Effective/Revision Date: 5/3/23 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt At-Will Status: This is an “At Will” position as defined in Section 2.35.030 of the City of Jurupa Valley Municipal Code. Employment can be terminated with or without cause or notice at any time by either City or employee.
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CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION
SENIOR PUBLIC WORKS PERMIT
TECHNICIAN
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.
Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Under supervision, performs the most complex, routine, and technical support duties related to the issuance of permits i n support of development related services and activities of the P ublic Works Department; provides customer service by phone, email, and at the public counter; performs the most complex, routine, and simple preliminary review of plans and specifications for plan check submittal; issues permits; calculates and collects fees and bonds; and performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the advanced journey level classification in the Public Works Permit Technician series responsible for performing the most complex work assigned to the series. Incumbents regularly work on tasks which are varied and complex, requiring considerable discretion and independent judgment. Positions in the classification rely on experience and judgment to perform assigned duties. Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines, and methods to complete assignments. Work is typically reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from higher level management as assigned. Exercises lead direction and training over lesser skilled technicians and/or interns.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Provides appropriate information regarding department policies, procedures, functions, permits, services, programs, and records to the public including homeowners, developers, contractors, and other public and private agencies, in person and over the counter and telephone; processes and issues a variety of public works permits.
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2. Performs technical plan checks of site plans for residential, commercial, and industrial additions, custom homes, or other types of dwelling structures and facilities to ensure compliance with City development standards and conditions and municipal code provisions.
3. Prepares, processes, calculates, and collects a variety of public works, utility-related, or application fees and charges; issues invoices and receipts for fees; reconciles cash drawer; prepares daily reports.
4. Conducts permit processing; reviews permit applications, plans, specifications, and supporting documents for completeness and complia nce with legal standards and City requirements; verifies contractors’ licenses, business licenses, and insurance coverages; approves routine permits for annual/daily overloads, no fee construction, encroachment, dry utility, block party, street closure, haul route, and new construction, as necessary; if outside scope of authority, routes permit applications to appropriate staff.
5. Receives, tags, logs, and reviews submitted engineering plans, maps, and related documents for plan check including review of insurance; routes documents to consultants or developers for preceding and following plan review; tracks status of plan checks and original documents; advises parties of revisions and assists with the development and issuance of project conditions.
6. Handles the most complex plan reviews and permitting tasks.
7. Works cooperatively with property owners, contractors, architects, or their representatives to resolve questions regarding plan check, construction inspection, permit fees, or permit issuance; applies departmental policies and procedures in determining completeness of applications, records, and reports; provides information and forms to the public; processes appropriate information.
8. Prepares and interprets descriptions and plot details for deeds, maps, and engineering drawings; assigns addresses for new construction locations.
9. Reviews and documents paid and outstanding project fees; composes Certificate of Occupancy final paperwork for the appropriate release of buildings for occupancy.
10. Performs studies and prepares periodic and special reports based on findings from research, studies, and surveys; performs field reviews or on -site inspections to obtain information, as directed.
11. Provides lead direction and functional support to lower-level staff in the day-to-day activities of the public counter; provides input into division policies, procedures, and work processes impacting technical support staff and customer service.
12. Contacts the public and outside agencies in acquiring and providing information and making referrals.
13. Assists in compliance with the City’s records retention and management schedules; maintains departmental records and files; files permits, maps, and plans; makes photocopies, or microfilms permits and plans; and retrieves information from files, as necessary.
14. Assists in the preparation of the department's annual budget by projecting annual permit revenue.
15. Assists management on special assignments that may include researching, coordinating the archiving of approved plans via electronic scanning, developing policies and operating procedures for public counter tasks, assisting in fee nexus studies, and coordination with various City departments regarding the collection of plan check and permit fees.
16. Assists in the preparation of the department's annual budget by projecting annual permit revenue.
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17. Observes and complies with City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
18. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
• Principles of providing functional direction and training. • Civil engineering principles, practices, and methods applicable to office and field work involving the design, construction, and maintenance of public works projects. • Basic engineering plan types, map types, legal descriptions, title reports, review practices, and permit filing and approval procedures.
• Principles and practices of b uilding construction methods an d the reading of building plans at an advanced level.
• Basic construction methods and terminology.
• Methods and techniques of reviewing a diverse range of applications for accuracy and completeness.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and organizational policies and procedures relevant to engineering and land use sufficient to answer questions and provide information to the public.
• Organization, procedures, and operating details of the Public Works Department. • Technical engineering mathematics.
• Communication skills and techniques required for gathering, evaluating and transmitting information.
• Methods and techniques for analyzing and interpreting construction design plans, specifications, and working plans related to code enforcement procedures and practices. • Research methods and techniques related to all applicable codes. • Operations and organizational structure of municipal government. • Principles and practices of advanced research and report preparation. • Business letter writing.
• Cash handling techniques.
• Principles and practices of filing and record keeping. • Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and computer applications related to work, including word processing and spreadsheet software. • English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. • Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
• City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Ability to:
• Plan, organize, and coordinate the work of support staff. • Effectively provide staff leadership and work direction. • Perform counter and field work involving permit processing, application review, and basic construction inspections.
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• Understand and explain City policies, procedures, fees, and basic planning and building codes and regulations to the general public, permit applicants, and City staff. • Prepare and review a variety of plans, specifications, maps, graphic materials, cost estimates, and technical reports.
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Read and interpret plans, specifications, related construction documents, and maps. • Perform detailed, technical, and specialized plan check and/or permit support work. • Perform the full range of office and administrative support duties and tasks. • Respond to and effectively prioritize multiple phone calls, walk-up traffic, and other requests and interruptions.
• Compose correspondence and reports independently or from brief instructions. • Provide highly qualified customer service to the general public and the capability for effectively performing the duties necessary during busy peak operating hours. • Maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written records of work performed. • Make accurate arithmetic and financial computations.
• Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines. • Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Independently or ganize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow -up on assignments.
• Work well with people and handle a public counter and telephone for a public agency in a calm, self-assured, and confident manner; handle the more complex issues that arise and assist lower level staff.
• Coordinate activities with other City departments, jurisdictions, and other parties of interest. • Read maps and learn the City's geography.
• Develop and accurately maintain a variety of work records and documents including complete application files, logs, reports, and memoranda.
• Compile and analyze technical information.
• Maintain and follow department policies and procedures. • Work independently and as a team member.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. • Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community. • Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures. • Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
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Experience:
A minimum of five (5 ) years of progressively responsible administrative or technical experience in public works land development or civil engineering involving a high level of public contact and customer service, equivalent to a Public Works Permit Technician II with the City of Jurupa Valley. The possession of an Associate’s degree in Construction Technology or a related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.
Training:
High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent. The completion of an Associate’s Degree in Construction Technology or a related field from an accredited college or university in construction technology or a related field is highly desirable.
Licenses an d Certifications:
• Possession of a State of California driver’s license and proof of insurance.
Special Requirements:
Employee in this class may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics and physical/mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Environmental Conditions:
Employees in this class generally work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting including use of standard office equipment, including a computer; and to operate a motor vehicle to visit various City development and meeting sites. Vision is required to read printed materials and a computer screen. Hearing and speech is required to communicate in person, and over the telephone. Touch is required in order to handle documents, and use a computer. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 20 pounds.
Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent in this class regularly uses written and oral
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communication skills; reads and interprets routine to comple x data, information, and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math, and mathematical reasoning; observes and interprets people, and situations; learns and applies new information; performs detailed work; deals with changing deadlines, constant interruptions, and multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with, City management, staff, members of the public, and public agencies, and others encountered in the course of work.
CAREER PROGRESSION
FROM: Senior Public Works Permit Technician
TO: Management Analyst or Engineering Technician
Approved by Name: City Council Title: N/A
Effective/Revision Date: 5/9/23 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt At-Will Status: This is an “At Will” position as defined in Section 2.35.030 of the City of Jurupa Valley Municipal Code. Employment can be terminated with or without cause or notice at any time by either City or employee.
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CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION
TRAFFIC ANALYST
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.
Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, plans and oversees the City’s traffic programs including roads, sidewalks, and bike lanes; conducts and/or coordinates the review, evaluation, and response to traffic studies; reviews traffic issues and complaints and conducts necessary analyses; evaluates traffic related impacts of transportation-related policies, programs, and projects; and performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a single incumbent, advanced -level classification responsible for overseeing and performing complex analytical work related to traffic and transportation studies. The incumbent is expected to perform duties using considerable discretion and independent judgment, and rely on the breadth of experience and training required to perform assigned duties. Assignments are given with general guidelines, and the incumbent is responsible for establishing objectives , timelines and methods to deliver services.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Director of Public Works/City Engineer.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Plans, directs, and manages the City’s traffic and transportation programs including roads, sidewalks, and bike lanes; participates in overseeing the activities of contractors.
2. Conducts research, coordinates traffic data collection, and analyzes complex statistical data; assesses trends and needs; drafts technical and analytical reports, and prepares recommendations.
3. Conducts traffic environmental reviews for small projects and reviews consultant analyses for large projects.
4. Responds to complaints and requests from the public regarding traffic related issues, and effectively communicates the resolution of these complaints.
5. Reviews proposals; interprets City policies, local, state, and federal laws and/or regulations.
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6. Provides technical services, and participates in meetings.
7. Works with employee teams, departments, and external/partner organizations related to development projects.
8. Reviews plans as they relate to traffic impact and develops recommendations to maintain safety for all users.
9. Coordinates with the City’s traffic signal maintenance consultant; reviews invoices; provides guidance regarding equipment damage.
10. Reviews roads approved for traffic neighborhood calming, and makes recommendations.
11. Represents the City and departments by acting as a liaison between the department and contractors/service providers to ensure that contracts and grants satisfy legal and liability considerations.
12. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
• Theories, principles, and practices of public and business administration as applied to assigned operations, programs, and projects.
• Administrative principles and practices, project management, and contract administration. • Principles and techniques of conducting analytical studies, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective and technical reports. • Public relations techniques.
• Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to assigned programs, projects, and services.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
• Techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. • Techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, various business, professional, educational, and regulatory organizations, and the public.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff
• City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Ability to:
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• Develop, implement, and manage assigned programs, projects, and activities in an independent and cooperative manner.
• Plan and conduct effective operational studies.
• Analyze, interpret, summarize, prepare and present administrative and technical information and data in an effective manner.
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Effectively represent the City in meetings, and with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals.
• Establish and maintain accurate databases, records, and files. • Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. • Compose correspondence and reports independently or from brief instructions. • Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. • Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community. • Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures. • Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
A minimum of five (5) years of increasingly responsible a dministrative experience in procurement of goods and services including negotiation of contracts and proposals, and conducting competitive bids, including one (1) year of customer service experience working with internal and/or external customers.
Training:
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Public Administration, Business A dministration, Transportation Planning, or C ivil Engineering with an emphasis in traffic or transportation, or a related field. A Master’s degree in a related field is highly desirable.
Licenses and Certifications:
CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY
TRAFFIC ANALYST
• Possession of a State of California driver’s license and proof of insurance.
Special Requirements:
Employee in this class may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics and physical/mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Environmental Conditions:
Employees in this class generally work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
Employees conduct field reviews and other activities along active streets with some exposure to inclement weather, dust and fumes.
Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting including use of standard office equipment, including a computer; and to operate a motor vehicle to visit various City development and meeting sites. V ision is required to read printed materials and a computer screen . H earing and speech is required to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Touch is required in order to handle documents, and use a computer. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information . Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 20 pounds.
Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent in this class regularly uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets complex data, information, and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math, and mathematical reasoning ; observes and interprets people, and situations; learns and applies new information ; performs highly detailed work; deals with changing deadlines, constant interruptions, and multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with City management, staff, developers, contractors, homeowners, members of the public, representatives of private and public agencies, and others encountered in the course of work.
CAREER PROGRESSION
FROM: Traffic Analyst
CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY
TRAFFIC ANALYST
TO:
Approved by Name: City Council Title: N/A
Effective/Revision Date: 4/1/23 FLSA Status: Exempt
At-Will Status: This is an “At Will” position as defined in Section 2.35.030 of the City of Jurupa Valley Municipal Code. Employment can be terminated with or without cause or notice at any time by either City or employee.