Manager of Engineering, Zone 7
Manager of Engineering, Zone 7
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DESCRIPTION
This position has responsibility for the quality quantity and timeliness of all work in Engineering Services within Zone 7. The incumbent provides complex administrative support to the Assistant General Manager; exercises direct supervision over management professional technical and clerical personnel; analyzes and acts on major problems. The Manager of Engineering Services Zone 7 is distinguished from the Assistant General Manager Zone 7 in that the latter classification has overall responsibility for the Engineering Division which includes Engineering Services Water Resources Flood Control and Operations and Maintenance. The Manager of Engineering Services is distinguished from the Assistant General Manager Engineering Zone 7 in that the latter has responsibility for External Affairs and Advance Planning. The Manager of Engineering Services Zone 7 is further distinguished from the Principal Engineer in that the former is responsible for the agency-wide Capital Improvement Program.
- Strategic leadershipin planning implementing and managing goals policies and compliance for Engineering Services.
- Effectively communicatingand presenting complex technical and administrative information to executive leadership boards and external stakeholders.
- Leading and evaluating engineering operations ensuring efficient workflows high-quality project delivery and alignment with agency objectives.
- Budget development and fiscal oversight with ability to manage capital and operational expenditures within established limits.
- Personnel management including leadership development performance planning and evaluation training and resolution of personnel matters in compliance with agency policies.
- Collaborating with internal teams and external consultants ensuring effective coordination and delivery of engineering services and projects.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE COMPETITIVE ASSESSMENT PROCESS YOU MUST MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS BY SATISFYING ONE OF THE CRITERIA OUTLINED IN THE PATTERNS BELOW.
Experience: The equivalent of two years of full-time experience in the class of Senior Engineer Zone 7 or equivalent or higher-level class in the Alameda County classified service. (Non-classified includes District Attorneys Office Hospital Authority and the Consolidated Courts.)
And
Education: Possession of a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
Education: Possession of a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
And
Experience: The equivalent of 5 years of full-time progressively responsible engineering experience including project management and significant responsibility for the supervision of a group of engineers and support personnel in a water utility. Experience must have included the design and construction of facilities normally required of water utility such as pipelines pumping plants tanks and water treatment facilities and extensive public interaction.
A masters degree in civil engineering or business or public administration is highly desirable.
License or Certificate:Possession of a valid California Drivers License and a valid California Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer OR a Professional Geologist issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.
Special Requirements: Must be willing and able to work in areas where there is exposure to chemical mechanical and electrical hazards and outdoors in all weather conditions. May be required to respond to off-hour emergencies.
NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Knowledge of:
Principles of flood control and water supply.
Operations of water distribution systems.
Principles and practices of environmental impact assessment and related regulatory processes.
Pertinent local State and Federal laws rules and regulations.
Principles and practices of budget preparation.
Principles of personnel management and administration.
Ability to:
Plan and direct the administration and operations of engineering services.
Communicate effectively orally.
Communicate effectively in writing.
Communicate with interpersonal sensitivity.
Plan and manage multiple projects.
Develop and implement policies and procedures.
Successfully develop control and administer budget and expenditures.
Interpret and apply Agency policies procedures rules and regulations.
Supervise train and evaluate personnel.
Negotiate contracts and contract disputes.
EXAMINATION COMPONENTS
- A review of applicants application to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process.
- A review of the supplemental questionnaire to determine the best qualified that will be weighted as qualifying only (pass/fail). Those candidates considered the best qualified will move on to the final step in the examination process.
- An oral examination which will be weighted as 100% of the candidates final examination score. The oral examination may be administered virtually and may contain situational exercises.
For your Health & Well-Being
- Medical HMO & PPO Plans
- Dental HMO & PPO Plans
- Vision or Vision Reimbursement
- Share the Savings
- Basic Life Insurance
- Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees)
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- County Allowance Credit
- Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance Critical Illness Long-Term Care Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services
- Employee Assistance Program
For your Financial Future
- Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
- Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)
For your Work/Life Balance
- 12 paid holidays
- Floating Holidays
- Vacation and sick leave accrual
- Vacation purchase program
- Management Paid Leave**
- Catastrophic Sick Leave
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Guaranteed Ride Home
- Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness Incentive Based Programs Gym Membership Discounts)
- Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks cell phone etc.)
- Child Care Resources
- 1stUnited Services Credit Union
*Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change.
** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three (3) days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to eight (8) days of management paid leave.
Conclusion
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Erika Beams Human Resources Analyst
Human Resource Services Division County of Alameda
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SERVICE WORKER
All Alameda County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Alameda County has a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit competence performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy and gender identity) national origin political affiliation sexual orientation marital status disability genetic information age membership in an employee organization retaliation parental status military service or other non-merit factors protected under federal state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace environment.
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