CIP Supervisor

DESCRIPTION

Are you someone who has the ability to develop strong relationships and create collaborative partnerships? Do you enjoy working with others to implement innovative solutions and improve business processes?

Being part of the Public Works team will allow you to play a key role in the day-to-day operations of all city departments and make a positive impact in the community.

We are looking for an individual who will be responsible for managing capital improvement programs in our Utilities section.

Some exciting projects in Utilities include designing, rehabilitating, and constructing the City's water, wastewater, and reclamation distribution systems and facilities. The city maintains and operates several of its treatment plants, reservoirs, and pump stations and continues working with land developers to expand its facilities. The Utilities Department is a huge proponent of water conservation, and the Utilities section plays a significant role in the design and construction of these projects.

If you are a motivated individual that loves taking on challenges, leveraging technology to drive meaningful change, and thrives in a fun environment, we invite you to apply!!

Education/Training/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field.

• Five (5) years of professional engineering or capital improvement project delivery experience, including three (3) years of lead or supervisory experience.

Special Requirements:

• Class "C" Driver's License and ability to maintain insurability under the City's Vehicle Insurance Policy.

• Certification as a Registered Professional Engineer in the State of California is highly desirable.

Skills/Abilities

• Plans, organizes, controls, integrates, and evaluates the work of an engineering section in the Public Works Department; with subordinate supervisors and staff, develops, implements, and monitors attainment of section goals and objectives.

• Plans, organizes, controls, manages and evaluates the work of the assigned work unit; with subordinate and supervisors, participates in establishing operational plans and initiatives to meet department/division goals.

• Participates in the development of and monitors performance against the annual division/unit budget.

• Establishes performance requirements and personnel development targets; monitors and evaluates the quantity and quality of staff performance.

• Provides day-to-day leadership and works with staff to ensure a high performance, customer service-oriented work environment which supports achieving City objectives.

• Manages the preparation of a variety of studies and reports relating to current and long-range City capital improvement needs and fixed assets.

• Provides technical assistance to staff; reviews and evaluates plans for proposed assessment and maintenance districts and related bond and fee requirements; reviews subdivision and development proposals.

• Reviews the work of professional and para-professional engineering teams in the preparation and/or review of engineering plans, specifications, designs, cost estimates, reviews and sets requirements.

• Manages and administers operations, activities, and programs in compliance with accepted federal, state, and municipal standards governing public works construction, public utilities construction, traffic engineering and engineering surveying; manages plan check and project management tracking systems.

• Reviews, analyzes, and recommends changes to the City construction policies and procedures; recommends and coordinates design changes, where appropriate.

• Keeps informed and up to date on current construction design techniques, Caltrans design requirements, changes in codes and regulations, new construction materials and methods.

• Works with developers, contractors, engineers, architects, and others regarding unusual construction and compliance problems.

• Represents the City with other public and governmental agencies, community and business organizations, citizens, and the public.

• Oversees the preparation of complex grant applications for project funding from various governmental agencies. Oversees project compliance with grant requirements.

• Coordinate related engineering activities with other City departments, divisions, and outside agencies.

Characteristics

• An upbeat attitude, eager to participate.

• A passion for producing outstanding quality of work.

• A high performing, genuine, authentic individual with a good sense of humor.

• Ability to build and maintain the trust of coworkers, subordinates, and city staff.

• A genuine interest in supporting the employees.

The position is a full-time benefited position with a 4/10 work week, every Friday off, unless emergency occurs.

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THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will be customer service focus, excellent judgment, and attention to detail. Someone who is a systems-oriented thinker and great team player. This position will routinely assist all levels of the organization. A highly competent individual who holds themselves to high standards, works hard, and contributes to a positive workplace culture will thrive in Corona.

COMMUNITY

A City whose heritage spans more than 125 years, the City of Corona, located in Riverside County, California, encompasses approximately 40 square miles and has a vibrant, culturally diverse population of approximately 170,000 residents. Residents of Corona enjoy a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities that provide a first-rate quality of life for its residents and visitors. Within an hour's travel time, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy winter activities such as snowboarding and skiing and summer activities including surfing, boating, or simply relaxing on world class beaches. Corona's economy is strong and getting stronger; more than 84,000 people work here. Our retail, commercial, and housing areas are expanding, and office development continues to be strong.

THE ORGANIZATION

The City of Corona is a General Law city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. Policy making and legislative authority is vested in the City Council, consisting of a Mayor and four Council Members. Members of the City Council are elected by District to a four-year term. The Mayor is selected by the Council and serves as the presiding officer for one year.

The City is organized into the following departments/organizational units: Community Services, City Manager's Office, Economic Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal and Risk Management, Police, Planning & Development, Public Works and Utilities. Oversight of these departments is divided between the City Manager and two Assistant City Managers.

The City's total operating budget for Fiscal Year 2024 is $ 369.9 million with a General Fund operating budget of $ 194.5 million. Corona enjoys a workforce of 860 dedicated employees who provide high quality services to its residents and visitors each day.

TO BE CONSIDERED

Interested candidates should apply by completing the application online, including a compelling cover letter and comprehensive resume by the posted closing date.

Application Process:

The selection process will consist of:

• Application Review

• Oral Examination

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for first review of application is Monday, May 20th, 2024, at 9am. Applicants are encouraged to apply early as the recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review period. This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time after the first review date.

Candidates that successfully pass the screening process and are deemed to possess the most desirable qualifications will be invited to an in-person oral interview. The top scoring candidates from the oral interview will be placed on an eligibility list from which the department may hire. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and/or additional vacancies throughout the City.

CORONA SUPERVISORS ASSOCIATION

CITY PAID BENEFITS*

For a complete explanation of benefits, benefit eligibility and restrictions; please refer to the current Corona Supervisors Association, Memorandum of Understanding. Any information contained herein that may conflict with the provisions of the Corona Supervisors Association MOU, the MOU shall prevail.

RETIREMENT: Employees are covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). The City does not participate in Social Security and the City pays the employees mandatory contribution to the Medicare Program.

The City offers two retirement formulas based on the employee's current CalPERS membership status. The 2.7%@55, highest single year of service retirement formula will be applied to employees hired prior to January 1, 2013 and those current CalPERS members with no significant break in PERS-qualified employment. The 2%@62 three year average retirement formula will be applied to those employees with a significant break in PERS-qualified employment those who have not formerly been a member of CalPERS or another retirement program with which CalPERS has a reciprocal relationship.

All employees hired on or after January 1, 2013, will be subject to CalPERS membership review for applicability of PEPRA.

ANNUAL LEAVE & HOLIDAYS:

During their initial probationary period, they shall accrue Annual Leave as Probationary Sick Leave at one-half the rate of a 1-5 year full time regular employee. At six (6) months, the probationary employee may request up to one week of "Advanced Annual Leave" for vacation purposes with the permission of their supervisor.

Regular Status Upon Completion of Probation:

When the employee completes one year of service, any hours that the employee has accrued as Probationary Sick Leave shall be rolled into their Annual Leave account and their Probationary Sick Leave account will be eliminated.

There are 13 (10-hour) paid holidays (130 hours) per calendar year.

ANNUAL LEAVE BUYBACK: Eligible employees may "buy back" a maximum of 160 hours of Annual Leave once each year.

EXECUTIVE LEAVE: Exempt employees shall receive up to 108 hours paid executive leave during any calendar year. Executive leave has no cash value at any time.

MEDICAL INSURANCE: The City currently offers eight HMO plans and two PPO medical plans to choose from. For plan information, click the link below.

Health Plan Information

The City provides a Medical Allowance to Members to be used for the purpose of purchasing mandatory health coverage offered through PEMHCA for the Member and his or her eligible dependents. The Medical Allowance shall consist of the following: (1) the Base Contribution Rate, plus (2) an amount equal to the difference between the Base Contribution Rate and the following amounts, as applicable:

• $773.17 per month for Members electing Employee only coverage;
• $1,546.10 per month for Members electing Employee plus one dependent coverage; or
• $2,048.39 per month for Members electing Employee plus two or more dependents coverage.

In lieu of receiving the Medical Allowance and Medical Difference (if applicable), a Member may elect to receive a monthly allocation to the Cafeteria Plan according to the following schedule:

(1) $600.00 for Employee + 2 or more dependents

(2) $400.00 for Employee + 1 dependent

(3) $200.00 for Employee Only

DENTAL INSURANCE: The City currently offers HMO and PPO dental insurance through Delta Dental. Dental insurance premiums are paid by the employee.

VISION INSURANCE: The City currently offers vision insurance through Eye Med. Vision insurance premiums are paid by the employee.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT (FSA): Eligible employees may contribute to either a health flexible spending account or dependent care flexible spending account to pay for unreimbursed medical expenses and/or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. The flexible benefit plan is offered at the time of hire and at each open enrollment period.

DISABILITY INSURANCE: Short-term and long term disability insurance is provided free to each employee.

LIFE INSURANCE: The City provides a term life insurance policy to each employee equal to 5 ½ times the employee's annual basic earnings to a maximum, of $750,000.00.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE AND COUNSELING PROGRAM: This is a comprehensive program designed to help employees and their family members find direction in solving personal and/or emotional problems.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION (457) Plan: To supplement retirement, employees can make voluntary salary deferrals to a Nationwide plan.

LONGEVITY PAY: After 5 years of service: $1,400.00 annually. After 10 years of service: $1,600.00 annually. After 15 years of service: $1,800.00 annually. After 20 years of service: $2,000.00 annually.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Education plans approved in writing by the City on or after November 14, 2017, the City shall reimburse Members for the costs (tuition and books) up to a lifetime maximum amount of $10,000 per employee.

BI-LINGUAL PAY: Effective the first full payroll period following November 14, 2017, the Bilingual Pay Program will provide an increase of $293.33 per month for those members demonstrating the ability to both understand and effectively communicate in a language other than English that the City Manager has determined is necessary for the effective or efficient operation of the City. If an employee is approved for bilingual pay for less than a full month, the monthly amount shall be pro-rated accordingly. For each language approved by the City Manager, the number of Association members to be eligible will be determined by Management. To become qualified an Association member must be certified by the Human Resources Department after successfully passing an oral conversational test established by Management. Employees must re-certify every three (3) years to be eligible to receive bilingual pay by passing the certification test

CERTIFICATION PAY: Available to members upon proof of the following position related certifications: Professional Engineer Registration, State of California Certifications in Water Treatment, Wastewater Treatment or Water Distribution.

UNIFORM ALLOWANCE: Association members required to wear uniforms shall be provided up to eleven (11) sets, cleaned and maintained by the City, the number for each member to be determined by the nature of the work assignment, by Management. Employees in the classifications of Police Records Supervisor, Public Safety Dispatch Supervisor, Animal Control Supervisor and Emergency Services Coordinator shall receive a uniform allowance of $70.77 per pay period for a uniform allowance.

• DISCLAIMER: City paid benefits shall be as set forth in the most current version of the Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") between the City of Corona and the Corona Supervisors Association, which can be viewed on the City's website (www.coronaca.gov). In the event of any conflict between the above summary of City paid benefits and any terms or conditions set forth in the most current version of the MOU, the terms and conditions set forth in the MOU shall control for purposes of this recruitment.

01

Please indicate your highest level of education completed.

• Less than high school diploma or GED equivalent

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree or higher

02

Please indicate the area of study of the above-mentioned education.

03

Please select the option that best describes your years of professional engineer or capital improvement project delivery experience.

• None

• Less than 1 year

• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years

• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years

• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years

• 4 years or more, but less than 5 years

• 5 or more years

04

For the question answered above, please provide the name of the agency, length of time, position, and level of responsibility by each function listed. Please note that "See Resume" or "See Application" will be considered an incomplete response for this question. If you do not have the required experience, please indicate "N/A".

05

Do you possess a Professional Engineer certification for the State of California?

• Yes

• No

06

Describe your overall experience managing capital improvement projects such as master plans, storm drain rehabilitations, street paving, sidewalk replacements, parks, and building renovations. In your answer, include the agencies you worked for, your responsibilities, and the overall project budgets. If you do not have any experience, write N/A as your answer.

07

Please describe your experience preparing annual and ten-year projected budgets for Capital Improvement Projects (CIP). Please provide examples of the types of projects budgeted and for which public agency.

08

Please describe your supervisory or management style and experience, including the types of staff you have supervised.

09

I acknowledge that the information provided in this job application, to include; supplemental questions, education/certification information, attachments and work history are complete and accurate and cannot be changed once the application is submitted. Please note "See Resume" is considered an incomplete response and your application will not be considered.

• Yes

• No

Required Question

Agency City of Corona

Address 400 S. Vicentia Ave.

Suite #215

Corona, California, 92882

Phone 951-736-2209

Website http://www.CoronaCA.gov