Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE)
District 6 (Western United States)
San Francisco Bay Area Section

Posted December 11, 2007
Napa County Transportation & Planning Agency - Napa, CA
Transportation Program Manager

The Napa County Transportation & Planning Agency is seeking a well qualified and experienced Transportation Program Manager. Reporting to the Agency's Executive Director, the Program Manager's responsibilities include coordinating, contracting, managing, and administering programs that are related to the improvements of the Napa County Highways, Streets and Roads.

Preferred experience for the position includes three years of increasing responsibility in transportation planning, or related transportation work, including experience at the local or regional level. Administrative or supervisory experience is desired. A Bachelor's degree in transportation or urban planning, transportation engineering, urban geography, environmental studies or a closely related field is preferred. Annual salary range from $74,672 to $112,632 with a benefits package including PERS Retirement (2.5% @ 55) with the Agency contributing a portion of the employee's share of the retirement contribution.

Interested candidates can apply online at www.ralphandersen.com or e-mail to apply@ralphandersen.com by the closing date of December 21, 2007. For a detailed brochure visit www.ralphandersen.com or confidential inquiries are welcomed to Heather Renschler, Ralph Andersen & Associates, at (916) 630-4900.

Listed December 3, 2007
City of Fairfield - Fairfield, CA
Assistant Director of Public Works - Transportation

The scenic, progressive and growing City of Fairfield (pop. 105,000), located midway between San Francisco and Sacramento in Solano County, seeks an experienced professional with exceptional management and leadership skills to serve as Assistant Director of Public Works - Transportation. This position provides leadership and direction for 10 employees in the Transportation Division of Public Works with responsibility for transportation planning, transit operations, and transportation and transit capital improvements. The Transportation Division operating budget is approximately $7 million. The ideal candidate will be a highly skilled public agency engineering professional who possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills. In addition, candidates should have a proven track record of building strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders including regional transportation agencies. Candidates who are experienced with transportation funding sources will be favorably considered.

A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field is required, along with five years of relevant experience, including at least two years of administrative and management responsibility. Registration in the state of California as a Civil Engineer is also required. Candidates who are registered as a Civil Engineer by another state must receive their California state registration within one year of appointment to the position. Experience in traffic engineering and knowledge of transit operations is highly desirable. Salary range: $115,548 - $140,448 annually DOQ plus attractive benefit plan including PERS 2.7% @ 55 retirement.

The final filing date is Monday, January 14, 2008. To be considered, submit your cover letter with current salary, resume, and four work-related references to:

Stuart Satow
CPS EXECUTIVE SEARCH
241 Lathrop Way
Sacramento, CA 95815
(916) 263-1401, Fax (916) 561-7205

Email: resumes@cps.ca.gov
Recruitment brochure: www.cps.ca.gov/search
City website: www.ci.fairfield.ca.us

Listed November 28, 2007
City and County of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Various Bicycle Program Positions

The City and County of San Francisco will soon have openings for planner I (class 5277), junior engineer (class 5201) and associate engineer (class 5207) in the Bicycle Program. The City's Bicycle Program (www.sfmta.com/bikes ) is part of the Municipal Transportation Agency (MTA), and work in the Bicycle Program offers the opportunity to be involved in a wide range of multi-modal transportation projects.  The MTA oversees a wide variety of transportation planning projects focusing on bicycle, pedestrian, and transit improvements.  Now is an exciting time to help make San Francisco a more bicycle-friendly City ( San Francisco is the nation's 2 nd densest city, and has the highest bicycle commute mode share for cities larger than 500,000 people).  Upcoming projects include filling gaps in the City's bicycle route network (including the planning and implementation of a wide range of innovative design elements such as bicycle traffic signals, bicycle boulevards, bicycle boxes, and on-street bicycle parking), developing a pilot program to provide bicycle access to the City's light rail system, conducting an FHWA-sponsored experiment on the effectiveness of colored bicycle lanes, developing a public bike-sharing program a la Paris' Velib system).  Engineers in the Bicycle Program work closely with other City agencies and the public to develop successful projects. 

These positions have not yet been announced.  To be placed on the eligible list, you must and meet the minimum qualifications for the classification which can be found online at http://www.sfgov.org/site/sfdhr_page.asp?id=46985 and fill out a job application which can be found at http://www.jobaps.com/sf/sup/images/default.asp . 

Listed November 27, 2007
Cambridge Systematics, Inc. - Oakland, CA
Transportation Operations/ITS Planners/Engineers/Project Managers

Cambridge Systematics specializes in transportation, dedicated to ensuring that transportation investments deliver the best possible results.  By providing innovative policy and planning solutions, objective analysis, and technology applications, we help our clients meet future transportation needs while improving the performance of existing infrastructure and operations.  Above all, we are committed to our clients' success in making transportation better for future generations.  Cambridge Systematics specializes in:

• Policy, strategic planning, and management; corridor and systems planning; freight systems and intermodal planning; economic analysis; forecasting and simulation; operations and intelligent transportation systems (ITS); asset management; geographic information systems (GIS); and data management.
• Customized tools and products for asset management, commercial vehicle operations and safety, freight, impact analysis, and simulation.

Posted October 19, 2007
HDR, Inc. - Walnut Creek, CA
Senior Transportation Engineer

HDR is an employee-owned architectural, engineering, planning and consulting firm that excels at helping clients manage complex projects and make sound decisions. Approximately 6,000 professionals, including architects, engineers, consultants, scientists, planners and construction managers, in over 140 locations worldwide, pool their strengths to provide solutions beyond the scope of traditional A/E/C firms.


Description:
We are in search of a Senior Transportation Engineer to join our growing Walnut Creek, CA highway/roadway group. As a Senior Transportation Engineer, you will be responsible for the entire design process from the Proposal through preparation of the Plans, Specifications and Estimate of a moderate to large highway/roadway project or projects. This will include the following duties: Coordinate all disciplines (roadway, structural, traffic, landscaping and environmental) involved in the project, coordinate with all sub-consultants, coordinate with the client, keeps project on schedule, keeps project within budget, performs or assures that quality control is accomplished for each project, supervises highway/roadway design team or teams, and performs more complicated design work on larger projects.

Experience Required:

• BS in Engineering and PE required.
• 10+ years hands-on roadway/civil PS&E (plans, specs, and estimating) level experience
• Hands-on experience including design and production using AutoCAD, Land Desktop, Microstation and Inroads
• Experience with larger roadway/civil projects that involve multiple agencies and multiple disciplines.
• Experience writing PSR-PR (CalTrans) type engineering reports.

Apply Online:
http://www.gojobs.com/seeker/aoframeset.asp?JobNum=3771950&JBID=1457

Employer JobCode:  071804 [GJ.3771950.1457]

Listed November 21 , 2007
San Mateo County Dept. of Public Works - Redwood City, CA
Associate Civil Engineer - Traffic/Transportation

FINAL DATE FOR FILING: December 20, 2007.

THE POSITION

The San Mateo County Public Works Department is seeking an Associate Civil Engineer to work in the Road Operations section of the Road Services Division. This section consists of Civil Engineers, Construction Inspectors and Specialists who provide a variety of road- and traffic-related services and data. Under general direction from the Road Operations Manager, this Associate will have opportunities to perform traffic engineering studies and investigations, review and analyze development proposals and public works projects for traffic and transportation components, design and review transportation plans and projects, provide general civil engineering support, and lead a team of traffic and other staff. Additionally, this individual will take the lead in maintaining effective relations between the section and the public by facilitating requests and concerns from the traveling public regarding County roadways, including speed limits, signs, signals, striping, traffic counts and other investigations.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate for this position is: · Technically knowledgeable in the principles and practices of traffic and transportation engineering, methods of civil engineering, and Public Works construction and maintenance. · An effective communicator, both orally and in writing; who can represent the County in meetings and presentations to various groups including community groups, regulatory and other governmental agencies, and the general public. · Customer-focused and interpersonally effective in dealing with staff, engineers, contractors and the public, and in coordinating with law enforcement agencies, emergency responders and other agencies when necessary. · Able to analyze and evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations and prepare effective technical staff reports. · Accountable and able to schedule and carry through with assignments with independence. · A team builder with demonstrated experience providing lead direction to a technical support staff. This position is located at the Grant Corporation Yard on 752 Chestnut Street, Redwood City .

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is two years of professional civil engineering experience, which has included field and office work, in the planning, design, construction and maintenance of a variety of civil engineering projects, specifically in traffic and transportation engineering. Licensure/Certification: Possession of a Class C California driver license or equivalent. Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California . Note: A differential pay equating to ½ step (approximately 2.87%) of the salary will be given to the successful candidate if he/she possesses a valid Certificate of Registration as a Traffic Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION OPEN. Anyone may apply. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. The examination will consist of a panel interview (weight 100%), which may include the evaluation of a written and/or performance exercise given immediately preceding the interview. A screening committee will select those applicants whose education and experience appear to best meet the needs of the positions and invite them to the examination process as described. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time and place of the test(s).

For more information: http://www.co.sanmateo.ca.us

San Mateo County Human Resources Department
455 County Center
Redwood City, CA 94063
650-363-4343

San Mateo County Department of Public Works
555 County Center 5th Floor
Redwood City, CA 94063
650-363-4100

Final Filing Date: December 20, 2007
Application Screening: January 8, 2008
Panel Interview: January 23, 2007

Listed November 16, 2007
City of West Sacramento, CA
Engineering Assistant I or II

DEFINITION : Under general direction, performs difficult sub-professional civil engineering work as well as less difficult professional civil engineering work related to the design, operation, inspection, and maintenance of public works improvements.

Engineering Assistant I: is a sub-professional engineering position requiring an extensive background in the Public Works field and office experience. Employees in this class may exercise independent judgment in the day to day interpretation of standards and specifications as they apply to construction methods and materials. Engineering Assistant II: is considered the journey level position within the Civil Engineering Assistant series. Positions assigned to this class must possess knowledge of the principals and techniques of public works engineering as acquired through extensive field and office experience, and may provide lead supervision and guidance to assigned technical and maintenance staff as applicable. The ability to work independently and exercise judgment and initiative is essential within this position.

Advancement to the Engineering Assistant II level shall occur after satisfactorily performing the duties of an Engineering Assistant I for two (2) years. Satisfactory performance means an overall satisfactory or higher rating on the performance evaluation during the last evaluation period. An employee may be advanced to the Engineering Assistant II level in less than two (2) years if the employee's performance is noted as exceptional by the Department Head and the employee is recommended for early advancement by the Department Head.

ESSENTIAL / MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: Essential Functions: Engineering Assistant I: Performs technical field and office civil engineering duties in the planning, design, construction and inspection of public works projects; performs on-site inspections during construction of roads, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, sanitary sewer systems, storm drains, water systems, municipal parks, buildings, and other public improvements; functions as a resident engineer or as an assistant to an engineer on various City capital projects; monitors, inspects and approves work done under encroachment permits; inspects and performs routine tests of materials for identification and conformance to specifications; takes samples of materials for examination or analysis by laboratories; maintains and prepares job records; prepares and maintains accurate "as-built" plans for a completed project; reviews specifications and plans including final maps, improvement plans, and legal descriptions; issues miscellaneous public works permits; conducts or assists in surveys and field checks; gathers field data for the planning and construction of public works improvements. Engineering Assistant II: the foregoing duties plus: performs site development and subdivision plan checks; administers construction contracts for capital projects; prepares technical reports; represents the public works department at private development project review meetings; plans, organizes, assigns, reviews and supervises work of subordinate personnel; trains staff; assists with difficult technical problems. Marginal Functions : Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

QUALIFICATIONS : Knowledge of: Engineering Assistant I: Civil engineering principles, practices, materials, methods and standards used in construction and installation and inspection of storm drains, sanitary sewers, water mains, streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and other public works improvements/projects; tools, techniques, instruments and equipment used in public works construction; construction safety practices; engineering principles and practices involved in the design of public works facilities; principles and methods used in construction surveying. Engineering Assistant II: the foregoing plus: backflow and cross connection prevention methods, requirements and devices; City improvements standards, specifications, and ordinances. Ability to: Engineering Assistant I: Read, evaluate, and interpret complex construction drawings and technical reports; prepare plans and drawings; make accurate field measurements and calculations; prepare and maintain accurate diaries and reports; check or write legal descriptions; organize and plan assigned work; establish cooperative working relationships with other City staff, the public, and outside agencies; ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include walking, standing or sitting for extended periods of time and operating assigned office equipment; ability to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, communicating with others, reading and writing, and operating assigned office equipment; ability to maintain mental capacity which allows for effective interaction and communication with others. Engineering Assistant II: The foregoing plus: organize, plan and assign work; assign, train, evaluate, and supervise subordinates.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : Education: High school graduation or equivalent supplemented by courses in drafting, surveying, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. Additional course work related to civil engineering is desirable. Experience: Engineering Assistant I: Four (4) years experience of increasingly responsible sub-professional engineering field and office work. Engineering Assistant II: Six (6) years experience of increasingly responsible sub-professional engineering work. Supervisory experience is desirable.

Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate four or more years of experience in municipal traffic/transportation engineering including street lighting, traffic calming, traffic signals, field investigations, coordination with signing and striping crews, and interpretation of plans and specifications for traffic/transportation projects.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES : Valid Class "3" or "C" California driver's license.

WORKING CONDITIONS : Work in an office and field environment; walking standing or sitting for periods of time; perform construction inspection activities in the field.

Examination Process: An official City of West Sacramento application form must be filled out, in its entirety. In addition, the applicant is required to submit a resume and complete the supplemental questionnaire . It is the applicant's responsibility to explain his/her qualifications fully and clearly. Please be as specific as possible . Incomplete information on the application may be cause for disqualification from the examination process. Applications , resumes and supplemental questionnaires will be evaluated on the basis of education, training, and experience. Depending upon the number of qualified candidates, an oral panel interview may or may not be held, and is tentative ly scheduled to be held mid January 2007 . The results of the application package appraisal or oral panel interview will determine the applicant's ranking on the eligibility list. The eligibility list is valid for a period of one year, or until exhausted, whichever occurs first. The top five candidates successfully passing this phase of the examination process will be forwarded to the Public Works & Community Development Department for further consideration.

Veteran's Preference: A veteran is defined in accordance with California Government Code 18973. In order to exercise this preference, the veteran must attach a copy of the DD-214 form to his/her application package as proof of military status. Failure to submit the required form by the final filing deadline of the recruitment will be deemed a waiver of veteran's preference. Further details can be obtained from the Human Resources Division.

Application Process: A City of West Sacramento application, resume and completed supplemental questionnaire must be submitted to:

City of West Sacramento

Human Resources Division

1110 West Capitol Avenue, 3rd Floor

West Sacramento, CA 95691

You will be disqualified if you do not submit a City application , resume and the required completed supplemental questionnaire . The supplemental questionnaire is attached to this announcement as a separate document.

Clearly ind00icate the position applied for on your application. Applicants may be required to submit additional proof of qualifications if sufficient information is not provided.

Candidates are encouraged to apply on-line using the CalOpps web site at www.calopps.org..

A City application can be obtained in person; by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope (#10 or business size) to the Human Resources Division; or by downloading from the City's web site at www.cityofwestsacramento.org.

Final Filing Date: 5:00 p.m., December 21, 2007

NO POSTMARKS. Applications and/or resumes received after this date and time will not be accepted.

Salary and Benefits:

Annual Salary : I: $53,160—$64,620; II: 58,992—$71,712. (A 3.5% salary increase will be effective January 1, 2008)

Monthly Steps : I: 4330-4652-4885-5129-5385 II: 4916-5162-5420-5691-5976

Medical & Welfare : Effective January 1, 2008, $660 per month towards a Cafeteria Plan for purchase of medical , dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance. Any remaining dollars may be placed in a deferred compensation plan. The City requires 100% participation in the dental, vision, and life insurance plans. Enrollment in the medical insurance and long-term disability plan are optional; however, proof of coverage in another medical plan is required.

Sick Leave : 8 hours per month

Vacation : 1 - 5 years = 10 days; 6 -10 years = 15 days; 11-19 years = 20 days; 20+ years = 25 days . (may sell back twenty (20) hours per fiscal year)

Deferred Compensation : Voluntary

Holidays : 13.5 paid holidays per year

Retirement : Public Employees' Retirement System, 2 .5 % @ 55 Plan. The City p ays 7% of the employee‘s 8 % contribution. E mployee also shares in the retirement program with a 2% contribution, pre-tax under IRC 72(0).

Social Security / Medicare: The City does not participate in Social Security, but does participate in Medicare.

Career Enhancement Reimbursement : $ 1,000 per fiscal year (pro-rated depending upon hire date) for books, tuition, computer hardware and software, subject to certain restrictions, and may be rolled over a maximum of four times .

Bilingual Pay: Employees may be eligible for a 5% special pay. (Department determines language and number of employees to be tested.)