Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE)
ITE Western District (Western United States)
San Francisco Bay Area Section
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Updated September 3rd, 2011
San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency
Student Design Trainee I, II, and III
Positions may be available in the following areas: Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Planning, Surveying, IT/GIS.
Nature of Work:
Candidates must be willing to work a minimum of 10 hours/week, with a maximum of 40 hours/week as determined by the department and intern availability.
Minimum Qualifications:
At the time of filing, the applicant must be in an Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Planning, Surveying, IT/GIS Program or related field at a Junior College or University. An applicant can be employed up to six (6) months after graduation, otherwise, the applicant must be returning to their undergraduate program or entering into or returning to a graduate program in Fall 2011. You must be a US Citizen or have an alien registration (green) card or a foreign student with legal work permit prior to filing of application.
For more information on how to apply for this position, please visit www.jobaps.com/sf/ (Class Code 5380).
Updated August 6th, 2011
Western Pacific Signal
Multiple Openings - See Below (San Leandro, CA)
WP Signal is seeking qualified, industry experienced applicants for full time employment openings in our San Leandro office for the position of:
- Product Manager & Sales Director
- Regional Sales Engineer & Product Representative
Our firm offers a very competitive salary and benefits package, exciting and energetic work environment, in a growing and expanding market. Interested applicants should email a resume in confidence to: shupp@wpsignal.com. WP Signal is an EOE/AAP
Updated May 1st, 2011
Mark Thomas and Company
Project Manager - Transportation (San Jose, Pleasanton, CA).
Job codes:
San Jose - SBPMSJ42511
Pleasanton - SBPMPL42511
Qualified candidate must have BSCE and a CA PE license with a minimum of 10+ years of experience in transportation roadway design. Experience with local municipalities and infrastructure delivery strongly preferred. A strong understanding of Caltrans delivery processes and standards is required. Candidate must be well organized; team oriented and possesses strong communication skills (written, verbal, and listening). This position is focused on the management and delivery of multiple large projects and the coordination of multi-disciplinary teams of 8 - 12 professionals and sub-consultants. The ability to develop positive client relationships through networking and participation in professional organizations is essential to success at this level. Additional responsibilities include mentoring personnel and consistently demonstrating effective work capture planning for business development. Provide both client and colleague references.
To apply for this position, please email your resume to hr@markthomas.com and refer to the corresponding job code.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and offer an excellent compensation and benefits package for full-time employees: including competitive salary, profit sharing, ESOP, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life and long term disability insurance and tuition reimbursement.
Updated May 1st, 2011
Mark Thomas and Company
Engineering Interns / Design Engineer
Mark Thomas & Company, Inc.'s internship program is designed for full-time undergraduate engineering students interested in a career in civil engineering. Qualified candidates must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student and have successfully completed (or be in your last semester of) your sophomore year in an accredited undergraduate engineering degree program in one of the following areas: Civil Engineering, Civil Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or Civil Engineering Systems. Internship assignments provide practical work experiences which apply generally accepted engineering principles. Interns are given detailed instructions preceding assignments, and their work is reviewed in progress by Senior Project Engineers.
Design Engineer (job code: SBDESJ42511)
Qualified candidates must have a B.S. in Civil Engineering and E.I.T. certification in California. Auto CAD 2000 proficiency and experience with LDD are preferred but not required. Candidates must be team oriented and have excellent written and verbal communication skills, good interpersonal skills and strong organizational skills.
Mark Thomas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers an excellent compensation and benefits package: including competitive salary, profit sharing, ESOP, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life and long term disability insurance and tuition reimbursement.
Updated May 1st, 2011
Mark Thomas and Company
Project Engineer - Transportation - San Jose, California
(Job code: SBPESJ42511)
Qualified candidates must have BSCE and a CA PE license, with a minimum of 7 years experience in transportation roadway design. AutoCAD/Civil 3D or MicroStation/InRoads proficiency is required. Previous experience with Caltrans projects preferred. Experience with city municipal projects and/or private land development is a plus. Candidate must be well organized; team oriented and have strong written and oral communication skills. Must show progressive responsibility and possess the propensity to excel in challenging situations.
To apply for this position, please email your resume to hr@markthomas.com and refer to Job code: SBPESJ42511
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and offer an excellent compensation and benefits package for full-time employees: including competitive salary, profit sharing, ESOP, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life and long term disability insurance and tuition reimbursement.
Updated May 1st, 2011
San Francisco County Transportation Authority
Senior Transportation Planner, Planning - San Francisco , California
Description:
The Transportation Planner Series-Planning Division includes three levels of professional Transportation Planners who manage planning and corridor studies and other planning projects, facilitate community outreach efforts, and represent the Authority on technical and policy advisory groups.
The Senior Transportation Planner is the intermediate level of the Transportation Planner Series-Planning Division. The Senior Transportation Planner is responsible for assignments that are highly complex and sensitive in nature, where substantial judgment and initiative are essential in making recommendations and resolving problems.
Requirements:
Completion of a graduate degree in an appropriate discipline such as transportation planning or civil engineering; and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in transportation planning, programming or funding.
For a complete job description please go to SFCTA.org and check Employment Opportunities.
Annual Compensation Range:
$73,810 - $99,645 (Dependent On Experience), plus excellent benefits.
Salary is effectively higher since the Authority offers employer contribution to a retirement plan in lieu of Social Security.
In addition, the Authority offers a generous cafeteria-style benefits package, elements of which include, but are not limited to:
- Retirement - 18% employer contribution
- Insurance - Health, Dental, Life, & Long-term Disability, and medical and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts.
- Deferred Compensation (Section 457)
- Vacation - 15 days for the first 5 years of service
- Holidays - 11 holidays per year, plus 3 personal holidays
- Up to $230 per month in Commuter Checks or a $20 per month Bike Benefit.
Submission:
Mail, e-mail (jobs@sfcta.org) or fax (415.522.4829) cover letter and resume to:
RE: Senior Transportation Planner
Attn: Human Resources
San Francisco Transportation Authority
100 Van Ness Ave. FL 26
San Francisco, CA 94102-5244
EOE:
Minority candidates and women are encouraged to apply.
Updated March 21st, 2011
Fehr and Peers
Entry-Level Transportation Engineer - San Jose, California
We provide specialty engineering design services, including traffic signal, lighting and ITS, and we provide expertise in the design of facilities for pedestrians and bicyclists. Our clients include a broad range of public and private entities. As an engineer at Fehr & Peers you will implement innovative solutions and witness your designs become a reality. Through field work, close coordination with our clients, and an excellent quality control program, we are leaders in the transportation design industry. We remain so by investing in research and development, offering extensive training and professional development to our staff.
The entry-level engineer will be exposed to a wide variety of projects, including:
- Traffic signals and signal systems
- Bicycle and pedestrian improvements
- Street, highway, walkway, and bikeway lighting
- Signing and striping
- Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), including field devices and communications systems
- Construction traffic control/management plans
- Roundabouts
- Traffic Calming
- Field work, such as site review prior to design and support during construction
- Prepare plans (AutoCAD and MicroStation experience are preferred)
- Prepare specifications and estimates
- Review electrical installations during and after construction
- Review traffic and project reports
- Meeting participation
- Project management
- On-the-job training and mentoring
Fehr & Peers offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Beyond that, we're an extraordinary place to work because we have the complete package. We're also devoted to supporting our employees through internal training programs and company-wide discipline groups devoted to continually improving our skills. For additional information on our company, visit our website at www.fehrandpeers.com. Please apply by completing an online application, including sending a cover letter and resume (as one file) to https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=561441.
EOE/AAP
Updated March 21st, 2011
Mark Thomas & Company, Inc.
Project Engineer - San Carlos, California
Mark Thomas & Company, Inc. employs more than 160 professionals to serve clients throughout California from its headquarters in San Jose, and branch offices in Alameda, Contra Costa, Fresno, Monterey, Sacramento, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Orange counties. Since 1927, Mark Thomas has provided engineering and land surveying services that have set the stage for countless California roadway, structures, community, and city infrastructure projects. This comprehensive range of project experience allows us to cultivate an environment with many opportunities for career development.
(Job code: SBTOAPESC31811)
Qualified candidates must have BSCE and a CA PE license, with a minimum of 7 years experience in transportation roadway design. AutoCAD/Civil 3D or MicroStation/InRoads proficiency is required. Previous experience with Caltrans projects preferred. Experience with city municipal projects and/or private land development is a plus. Candidate must be well organized; team oriented and have strong written and oral communication skills. Must show progressive responsibility and possess the propensity to excel in challenging situations.
To apply for this position, please email your resume to hr@markthomas.com and refer to job code: SBTOAPESC31811.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and offer an excellent compensation and benefits package for full-time employees: including competitive salary, profit sharing, ESOP, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life and long term disability insurance and tuition reimbursement.
Updated March 21st, 2011
San Francisco International Airport.
Transit Planner IV
Updated February 6th, 2011
Wilbur Smith Associates
Business Line Manager - Travel Demand Modeling - San Francisco, California
Seeking a self-motivated professional to lead the transportation modeling practice in the West Region. Will be responsible for the development of business and marketing plans, business development efforts with clients and partner firms, the coordination of modeling efforts on transportation projects as well as the management of modeling projects. Must have a BSCE or relative degree, 8 years experience, comprehensive knowledge of the application of travel demand modeling methods and experience interfacing demand model outputs with traffic simulation software.
Great opportunity for motivated individuals to take their career to the next level. E-mail resumes to Patricia Perez at pperez@wilbursmith.com or visit www.wilbursmith.com.
Updated February 6th, 2011
Wilbur Smith Associates
Business Line Manager – Traffic engineering - San Francisco, California
Will be responsible for maintaining the relationships with the firms' clients, and advising on new business opportunities. Will develop stable bookings and manage a staff of modelers/designers. Successful candidates will have BS in Engineering, 8 years of experience, California PE and Caltrans highway operations analysis, PSR, PA/ED, and PS&E project development experience.
Great opportunity for motivated individuals to take their career to the next level. E-mail resumes to Patricia Perez at pperez@wilbursmith.com or visit www.wilbursmith.com.
Updated February 6th, 2011
Wilbur Smith Associates
Business Line Manager - Travel Demand Modeling - San Francisco, California
Seeking a self-motivated professional to lead the transportation modeling practice in the West Region. Will be responsible for the development of business and marketing plans, business development efforts with clients and partner firms, the coordination of modeling efforts on transportation projects as well as the management of modeling projects. Must have a BSCE or relative degree, 8 years experience, comprehensive knowledge of the application of travel demand modeling methods and experience interfacing demand model outputs with traffic simulation software.
Great opportunity for motivated individuals to take their career to the next level. E-mail resumes to Patricia Perez at pperez@wilbursmith.com or visit www.wilbursmith.com.
Announced January 1st, 2011
Metropolitan Transportation Commission
Transportation Investment Program Manager, Planning Technician
Project assignments. Both positions have a closing date of Jan 25th.
Transportation Investment Program Manager: working in the Programming
& Allocations (P&A) Section. This is a newly created position where the
person will be responsible for developing, managing and revising the
spending plan, referred to as the Transportation Improvement Program
(TIP) consistent with regional, state and federal regulations,
requirements and guidance, and developing transportation investment
analyses related to the TIP.
The individual in this position will perform complex funding analyses
and create reports to inform MTC policy decision makers regarding
transportation spending, The position also includes updating and
revising the $11 billion four-year spending plan, for transportation
projects within the nine county San Francisco Bay Area, developing
supporting documentation, demonstrating financial constraints and
ensuring adherence to the public participation process. The position
will work closely with MTC staff and other agencies in developing
various transportation funding programs and overseeing continuous
improvements to the fund-management database system that contains the
spending plan.
PLANNING TECHNICIAN: working in the Programming & Allocations (P&A)
Section, the person in this position will have routine and complex
technical responsibilities such as maintaining information databases,
processing contracts and invoices, performing statistical tabulations
and assisting in the analysis and preparation of reports and documents
in support of MTC's transportation funding activities. In addition this
person will provide administrative support and other related duties as
required.
We appreciate your forwarding the attached job brochures to interested
individuals and to organizations that will disseminate the information.
Please direct all interested individuals to
http://jobs.mtc.ca.gov/jobopp.html,
Announced January 1st, 2011
San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency
Manager V - (Livable Streets Subdivision - Manager of Innovation and Analysis)
Salary: $105,950.00 - $135,200.00/year
Filing Deadline: Open until filled. Interested applicants should file immediately as this recruitment could close at any time.
This position manages two teams within the Livable Streets Subdivision of Sustainable Streets: Analysis & Coordination, and Innovation. The Manager V will direct the development of new policies and guidelines for bicycle, pedestrian and traffic calming measures, including a regional bicycle sharing program. The incumbent will represent the division and subdivision with other divisions, agencies and institutions and will set funding priorities for the Subdivision in collaboration with other Livable Streets managers. This position reports to the Livable Streets Subdivision Manager.
For more information, including minimum qualifications and how to apply, please click here.
Announced January 1st, 2011
San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency
Project Manager I
Salary: $112,086.00 - $112,086.00/year
Filing Deadline: Open until filled. Interested applicants should file immediately as this recruitment could close at any time.
PROJECT DESIGN/POSITION DESCRIPTION: Under administrative direction of the Deputy Director, the Project Manager I will be responsible for managing, funding and coordinating various Transportation Demand Management (“TDM”) strategies, including:
A. TDM for SFMTA Employees: The project is to work with SFMTA employees to reduce the proportion of staff driving alone to work sites throughout the city. In line with the City’s Climate Action Plan, various incentives and matching services will be used to encourage ridesharing, vanpooling, telecommuting and other innovative tools.
B. TDM Citywide Project: Working with the various types of trip generators (employers, shopping centers, civic and cultural institutions, schools, etc.), the project is to develop additional Transportation Management Agencies throughout the city to tailor programs and develop incentives to reduce the share of single occupancy vehicle trips and commercial trips into and within San Francisco. Tools to be used include ridesharing, car sharing, bicycling, taxi and transit services coordination, parking coordination working with SFpark, parking operators, and commercial vehicle needs. The project will also include SFMTA coordination of TDM policies for new and existing developments.
C. TDM for Public and Private Shuttles: The project is to coordinate the various public and private shuttles operating within San Francisco. The project will identify incentives and solutions to develop a SFMTA certified partners program to coordinate the shuttles with goal to improve mobility options and augment the existing transit system.
D. TDM Pilots: In order to improve sustainable travel options in San Francisco, the project will identify various pilots to determine their impact on personal travel experiences, congestion, and greenhouse gas reduction. The pilots will be prioritized on their ability to reduce single vehicle occupancy and commercial trips in a cost effective manner.
E. Perform other duties as assigned.
For more information, including minimum qualifications and how to apply, please click here.
Announced October 19, 2010
City of Lake Forest, California
Traffic Engineer
Salary: $7,865 - $10,225 per month plus excellent benefits which includes a pay for performance program.
The City’s Five Year Strategic Plan (2009-2014) has over $35 million budgeted for traffic improvements. During the next four years the major projects are the construction of Alton Parkway between Commercentre Dr. and Towne Centre Dr.. Construction of Rancho Parkway between Portola Parkway and its existing terminus. Traffic mitigation improvements to 19 roadway and intersection improvements. Upgrades to 30 traffic signal controllers and revising signal time plans in order to synchronize all of the traffic signals on a stable platform.
Requires: Bachelor’s degree with major course work in Civil Engineering or Traffic Engineering and five years of professional traffic engineering experience. Professional registration with the State of California as a Traffic Engineer or Civil Engineer.
Apply by: Open Until Filled. For an application and job description and to apply on-line, please visit the City’s website at www.lakeforestca.gov . To learn more about the community of Lake Forest please visit our web site.
Billing or Other informational Contact:
Steven Larson
Interim Human Resources/Risk Manager
City of Lake Forest
25550 Commercentre Dr., Suite 100
Lake Forest, CA 92630
949 461-3455
949 461-3574 (FAX)
Announced October 19, 2010
Sensys Networks
Manufacturing Engineer, Systems Engineer, QA Engineer, and Senior Software Engineer
Sensys networks have had many recent job openings in their offices at Berkeley, CA. For a more detailed description about each of these openings, please go to their website at sensysnetworks.com.
Announced September 17, 2010
San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA)
Associate Engineer, Senior Engineer, Manager I
SFMTA's Livable Streets includes the bicycle, pedestrian, school safety, adult school crossing guard and traffic calming programs. We currently are recruiting for the following openings:
| Position | Class | Where to Apply | General Requirements | Annual Salary |
| Associate Engineer | 5207 | www.sfhdr.org Apply by September 21, 2010 |
Registered Engineer plus 3 years of experience (Master's can substitute for 1 year) | $88,660 - $107,770 |
| Senior Engineer | 5211 | www.sfhdr.org | Registered Engineer plus 7 years of experience (Master's can substitute for 1 year) | $118,820 - $144,456 |
| Manager I, Asst. School Crossing Guard Program Manager | 9175 | www.sfhdr.org. Job closing soon. |
See www.sfhdr.org for more information. | $79,066 - $100,906 |
Announced July 27, 2010
Stanford Research Park / Stanford University
TDM Coordinator, Research Park
The Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Coordinator, Research Park, reports to Stanford Parking & Transportation Services' Marketing and TDM Outreach Manager.
50%: Stanford Research Park
The TDM Coordinator, Research Park, is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing an alternative transportation promotion program for 160+ leaseholders in the Stanford Research Park. Typical duties include developing effective public relations and TDM outreach campaigns to companies within Research Park, acting as liaison between these companies and the university; hosting promotional events; educating Research Park occupants of alternative transportation services and availability of resources; and writing copy for brochures, newsletters and other publications.
50%: Stanford University
The TDM Coordinator, Research Park, also will be responsible for supporting Stanford University's Marketing & TDM Outreach Manager and the university's TDM programs. Typical duties include assisting with bi-annual marketing and promotional campaigns, developing and strengthening new and existing programs, interacting with alternative transportation customers, improving the customer experience, assessing the success of TDM efforts, and analyzing data regarding participation in employee transportation programs and recommending refinements, if necessary.
The individual must be self-directed, practiced at establishing and maintaining strong professional connections, have a customer-friendly manner, have the ability to provide strong leadership when appropriate, and be capable of explaining a wide variety of transportation services in a clear, accurate, and straightforward way. Candidates should have a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the conceptual, analytical, management, and communications skills required for the development and implementation of policies and programs in a complex environment.
Salary Range: $55,370-$88,590. For more information and to apply online (job 39050), visit Stanford University's website: http://jobs.stanford.edu.
Announced June 18, 2010
City of Oakland
Assistant Engineer I
The Community Economic Development Agency, Department of Engineering and Construction (DEC) is seeking Assistant Engineers to work in design, construction, engineering/land use and plan checks. In this entry-level classification of the professional engineering series, you will plan and design street, storm, sewer, traffic systems and other public works projects and may act as resident engineer on small construction projects. Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from a college/university accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology or a Civil Engineering degree from a non-accredited institution and an Engineer-in-Training certificate. Bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese or Mandarin are desirable.
City of Oakland application documents may be obtained in person or by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope and request to the Human Resources Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612-2019. You may also call (510) 238-3112 for information or access a copy of the City’s announcement and employment application at: www.oaklandnet.com. Click on “City Jobs” to view current openings. EOE. The closing date for this position is 5pm, Thursday July 1st, 2010.
Announced June 18, 2010
City of Oakland
Assistant Engineer II
The Community Economic Development Agency, Department of Engineering and Construction (DEC) is seeking two Engineers to plan and design improvements for streets, transportation and electrical systems, storm water, sanitary sewers and irrigation systems, as well as act as resident engineers for medium-size public infrastructure and other capital improvement projects. You may be assigned to work in design, construction management, engineering/land use and plan check. Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, an Engineer-in-Training certificate and 2 years of civil engineering experience. A Master's degree in CE may substitute for 1 year of experience. Bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese or Mandarin are desirable.
City of Oakland application documents may be obtained in person or by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope and request to the Human Resources Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612-2019. You may also call (510) 238-3112 for information or access a copy of the City’s announcement and employment application at: www.oaklandnet.com. Click on “City Jobs” to view current openings. EOE. The closing date for this position is 5pm, Thursday July 1st, 2010
Annonced April 8th, 2010
Sequence Systems
Environmental Transportation Planning Associate
Environmental Transportation Planning Associate
Sequence is seeking an Environmental Transportation Planner / Engineer to provide project management duties and principal technical investigations for various complex transportation projects within California.
The ideal individual would have at least 7+ years of experience in performing transportation planning and/or engineering studies within small to large CEQA / NEPA documentation projects. Candidates must have abilities to develop and review technical documentation, lead task assignments, assist in the engagement of relations with clients, sub consultants and the public, as well as, keep up to date on new developments in technical traffic / transportation and other related CEQA ,NEPA and environmental regulations.
Requires a degree in Environmental Planning, Engineering or related discipline. Registration is a California Professional Engineer. Must have excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Candidates should be proficient in HCS, Traffix, and Synchro software usage.
For consideration, forward resume or contact directly:
Sequence Systems
Attention: Michael DeSafey
2008 Opportunity Dr. Suite 150
Roseville, CA 95678
Phone: 916-782-6900 ext. 202
Fax: 916-782-6307
Email: jobs@sequencestaffing.com
www.sequencestaffing.com
Annonced March 17th, 2010
Republic ITS
Business Development - Engineering Services
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT – ENGINEERING SERVICES
Republic Intelligent Transportation Services (ITS), founded in 1991, is a national electrical contracting and transportation engineering firm. We specialize in Intelligent Transportation Services which include, but are not limited to the engineering, maintenance, repair, construction, and ongoing operation of traffic signals, streetlights, call boxes, digital cellular technology upgrades, energy efficiency upgrades and other utility infrastructure. Our Corporate Headquarters is located in Novato, California with field offices in Northern and Southern California, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida and Arizona. We are one of the largest traffic signal and ITS system maintenance providers in the United States. We are by culture, customer focused, entrepreneurial, and growth-oriented.
We are looking for an entrepreneurial individual with roots in the traffic engineering field, in either the San Francisco Bay Area or Southern California to expand Republic ITS’ business reach in California.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Identifies and generates new business; develops and delivers sales presentations.
- Develops customer relations including but not limited to sales leads, research, cold calling, qualifying leads, developing leads, and customer service.
- Maintains and develops client relations for new and larger established existing customers, assuring all existing customer are contacted regularly to ensure customer satisfaction and develop need-based marketing relations.
- Develops sales documentation including but not limited to spreadsheets, correspondence, sales proposals, presentations, and internal paperwork for new customer proposals and presentations.
- Develops and implements a sales action plan with objectives and strategies to increase revenue and aggressively acquire new customers.
- Seeks/creates opportunities to expand business with current clients; identifies further business needs and develops and presents solutions.
- Attends conventions, conferences, and trade shows as needed; prepares post-event reports and analysis.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent – B.S. Civil Engineering preferred.
- Four to six years related experience in the traffic engineering field.
- Excellent problem resolution and consultative sales skills.
- Well-developed negotiation, project and account management skills.
- Commitment to excellence and high standards.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to make successful presentations to individuals and/or groups at all levels of an organization
- High level of proficiency in MS Office Outlook, Excel and Word.
Please email resumes to careers@republicits.com.
Announced February 27, 2010
City of Oakland
Assistant Engineer II
Your City. Your Career.
Living in the Bay Area can enrich your life. Now it can do the same for your career. As one of Northern California’s most powerful economic forces, the City of Oakland offers an impressive array of career opportunities for visionary people who thrive on open communication and dedicated service. If you'd like to share your talents with our city, Oakland welcomes you.
ASSISTANT ENGINEER II (Office)
$5,923-$7,272/month, 37.5 hour work week
Closes: 5pm, Friday, March 5, 2010
The Community Economic Development Agency, Department of Engineering and Construction is seeking Assistant Engineers to plan and design improvements for streets, transportation and electrical systems, storm water, sanitary sewers and irrigation, as well as act as resident engineers for medium-size public infrastructure and other capital improvement projects. You may be assigned to work in the design, construction management, engineering/land use or plan check areas.
Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field, 2 years of civil engineering experience and possession of an Engineer-in-Training certificate. A Master's degree in Civil Engineering may be substituted for 1 year of experience. Although the eligibility list will be used to fill the current vacancies that do not require bilingual skills, the eligibility list may also be used to fill future vacancies requiring bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin or Vietnamese.
City of Oakland application documents may be obtained in person or by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope and request to the Human Resources Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612-2019. You may also call (510) 238-3112 for information or access a copy of the City’s announcement and employment application at: www.oaklandnet.com. Click on “City Jobs” to view current openings. EOE
Announced February 27, 2010
Metropolitan Transportation Commission
Assistant/Associate Transportation Planner
The Planning Section is recruiting for two Assistant/Associate
Transportation Planner Analyst's 1) Regional Transportation Plan/Air
Quality Planner and 2) Long Range Transportation Planner.
The persons in these positions will perform planning and policy
analysis, assisting with technical studies and act as a liaison to one
or more county congestion management agencies and the four agency
Joint Policy Committee (JPC), representing MTC and explaining MTC
programs and policies, as well as supporting other Planning Section
functions as needed.
Please refer any interested parties to our web site
atwww.mtc.ca.govfor a detailed job announcement and an MTC
application. Those interested parties outside of MTC staff must
submit an application, a response to the supplemental questions, and a
current resume.
All required material must be submitted to Human Resources by 4:00
p.m., Wednesday, March 3, 2010.
If you have any questions or would like further information you can
contact me at 510 817-5741.
Ann Macaulay, PHR
MTC
Human Resources
101-8th St
Oakland, CA 94607
(510) 817-5741
Announced February 27, 2010
Silicon Valley Leadership Group
Transportation Policy Director
Silicon Valley Leadership Group
Director, Transportation Policy
www.svlg.org
Deadline for submissions is March 10, 2010. Please submit cover letter and resume to transportation@svleadershipgroup.org.
The Transportation Policy Director is a senior level management position which directs the Leadership Group's transportation and land use policy initiatives and programs. The Director provides key staff support to the Leadership Group's transportation policy committee and the organization generally in areas of public policy development, strategic planning, legislative advocacy and program initiatives related to transportation.
Responsibilities
Provide leadership and staff support to the Leadership Group Transportation Policy Committee. Duties include meeting planning, facilitation, leadership development, policy analysis and coordination of work programs.
On an annual basis, work with the committee and membership to establish the Leadership Group's transportation-related legislative, policy and program priorities. Identify measurable outcomes and issue champions.
Carry out research and analysis on issues related to transportation policy, including but not limited to improving California’s transportation infrastructure, addressing the state's infrastructure funding shortfall, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and encouraging transit-oriented development. Identify policy positions, programmatic activities, and initiatives to advance the organization's priorities and the strategies necessary to achieve those objectives.
Advocate effectively for the Leadership Group's policy positions by developing and maintaining relationships with key policy makers, community leaders, and organizations, and identifying opportunities to partner on issues of mutual interest.
Assist in communicating the Leadership Group's transportation and land use priorities, successes and activities to the broader community by, among other things, drafting op eds, writing the transportation section of the Leadership Group's annual Projections report, and representing the Leadership Group at meetings and conferences and on community taskforces, committees, boards and organizations as appropriate.
Actively involve member companies in the Leadership Group's policy and program initiatives. Staff committee co-chairs and board members as they make presentations and advocate for transportation issues on behalf of the Leadership Group.
Skills
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to prepare memos, reports and letters quickly that are thorough and factually correct.
Broad knowledge and experience in the public policy process and politics.
Strong organizational skills, ability to facilitate meetings, organize events, and build excellent working relationships with elected officials, professional staff, community groups and policy makers. Ability to engender collaboration among diverse groups.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Ability to manage staff, coordinators (student interns) and executive volunteers
About our team
We are a dynamic, passionate team where everyone pitches in and supports organizational priorities and events. This will include staffing high-profile events, participation in advocacy trips with city, county, and state leaders, and participation in various organization-sponsored gatherings. This may include some early morning and evening engagements.
Our offices are based in San Jose within walking distance of the airport, Guadalupe River Trail, and public transit.
Compensation
The salary range, based on experience and transportation policy expertise, is $60,000 to $85,000 annually. Excellent benefits include health, vision, dental, 401(k), transit pass, and subsidized fitness center.
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