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SalaryNature of Position
The City of Alameda offers a generous benefits package, including full healthcare and dental coverage for you and your family and CALPERS pension benefits.
The Position
The Vacancy
The City of Alameda Public Works Department is responsible for the maintenance and capital renewal of 77 building facilities. The Project Manager II will be responsible for a variety of facility based projects providing technical and construction project management services in support of the City’s Facility Capital Improvement Plan. The Project Manager will assist in the preparation and review of project plans and specifications, budgeting, construction oversite, and preparations of required documentation for the successful completion of projects.
The Community
Public Works Department
Benefits of Employment
- Four-day, 36-hour work week (typically Monday through Thursday)
- Salary: 2.5% base salary increase effective July 2024.
- CalPERS Retirement: Classic Members: 2% at 55 formula, 8.868% contribution; New Members 2% @ 62 formula, 8.25% contribution.
- Medical: The City contracts with CalPERS to provide comprehensive health coverage to employees. Multiple HMO and PPO plans available, with a generous City contribution towards medical premiums.
- Dental: Comprehensive dental coverage provided to employees and their eligible dependents.
- Vacation: Starting with 75 hours annually and increasing with years of service.
- Management Incentive Leave: 27 hours of management leave per fiscal year.
- Holidays: 11 City Holidays
- Floating Holidays: 3.5 days
- Sick Leave: 90 hours annually; unused sick leave is converted to service credit at retirement.
Distinguishing Features
Work in this class is characterized by fiscal and operational management of municipal public works projects including direct responsibility for mid-scale projects. It is distinguished from that of higher and lower classes by the level of responsibility, degree of difficulty, independent thought, and action required to manage standard or mid-scale projects and programs, and by the extent and level of related supervisory, managerial and/or administrative responsibilities. The scope and nature of specific projects determines the level of project management required. Responsibilities may vary according to work assignments.
Examples of Duties
- Plans, organizes, manages, directs, and participates in the work of municipal public works and capital improvement projects, including the development, procurement, successful implementation, and quality control of each project from inception to completion.
- Prepares requests for proposals and related documents, negotiates, and administers contracts with project participants and service providers; supervises and coordinates the work of consultants and contractors; resolves conflicts in a timely manner satisfying project needs, the designer's concepts, and in keeping with budgetary constraints and established schedules.
- Coordinates activities with other City departments including planning and building services, finance, legal and Alameda Municipal Power.
- Prepares, reviews and presents various reports, resolutions and studies, including City Council staff reports and project status reports.
- Provides and may coordinate staff and technical assistance to the City Council and to various boards, commissions, or committees.
- Prepares and administers project budgets; prepares cost forecasts, variances and critical paths including project closeout procedures.
- Develops and maintains master project schedules and identifies and resolves potential conflicts.
- Administers various public works services, programs, and activities as assigned.
- Participates in departmental budget preparation and administration.
Employment Standards
Education/Experience
Any combination equivalent to education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with major course work in public or business administration, planning, engineering, architecture, construction management or a related field.
Experience
Two years of responsible professional project management experience including oversight of concurrent projects with supervisory responsibility.
Knowledge
Knowledge of public administration and municipal public works project management principles and practices; design and construction principles, methods, materials and equipment; planning and building procedures including plan and specification review and construction and inspection procedures; project budget preparation and administration; contract negotiation and implementation; applicable laws and regulations; technical, legal and financial problems commonly involved in the conduct of municipal public works projects and programs. Knowledge of facility planning, architecture design, engineering and construction is required to administer standard or mid-scale public works and capital improvement projects.
Ability
Ability to effectively manage, coordinate and administer assigned public works project management projects and related activities, functions and services; manage multiple standard projects simultaneously; plan, coordinate and direct assigned staff, activities, projects and programs; demonstrate effective leadership and gain consensus and support; develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards and internal controls; review and analyze complex and technical information; draw valid conclusions and project consequences of decisions and recommendations; interpret and apply relevant federal, state and local laws and regulations; interpret and explain complex governmental regulations, policies and procedures; establish and maintain accurate records; plan, administer and evaluate work programs and schedules; prepare concise and comprehensive studies and reports; set priorities, meet deadlines, and make sound decisions; maintain level of knowledge required for satisfactory job performance; communicate effectively; act with resourcefulness, courtesy and initiative; establish and maintain effective working relationships with business partners, City officials, business and community groups, employees, other departments, divisions and agencies, and the general public; and supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
Other Requirements
Possession of a valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record at the time of appointment is required as a condition of initial and continued employment only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than the employee's ability to get to/from various work locations in a timely manner, is necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
Additional relevant licensing or certification may be required based upon project needs or requirements.
SELECTION PROCESS:
Candidates passing all components of the examination process will be placed on an Eligible List. A list of names is certified to the department(s) having vacancies based on the type of examination conducted pursuant to the provision of the City's Civil Service Rules. Final selection will be made from the Eligible List by the Department Head subject to approval by the City Manager. The Department Head may utilize additional selection procedures to make a final hiring decision. Placement on an Eligible List does not guarantee employment. Prior to appointment, a thorough reference check will be conducted which may include a credit check and background. The selection process may be evaluated and revised based on the number of qualified applicants. Federal law requires that prior to employment, you must furnish proof of your identity and eligibility for employment in the United States, as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
E-VERIFY: The City of Alameda utilizes the Federal government's E-Verify program and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization, which includes showing a valid United States Social Security card at the time of hire (photocopies not accepted).
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE CREDIT: A job applicant qualifies as a veteran if honorably discharged from active military, reservist, or National Guard duty of at least 18 consecutive months within the past five (5) years of the date of application. In case of discharge attributable to service-connected injuries or illnesses, the 18 months active duty requirement need not be fulfilled. An applicant claiming veteran's preference credit must attach to their application, a legible copy of their DD-214 verifying the type of discharge and date(s) of active service. NO OTHER DOCUMENTATION WILL BE ACCEPTED.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The City of Alameda is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. In compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations, the City of Alameda will employ and promote qualified individuals without regard to disability. The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must do so no later than the final filing date for receipt of applications, otherwise it may not be possible to arrange accommodations for the selection process. Such requests should be addressed to the Human Resources Department | 1-510-747-4900 | hr@alamedaca.gov | 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Rm. 290, Alameda, 94501. Requests can be made via email, phone, or in writing via U.S. mail.
The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
For Benefits information, please visit our website at www.alamedaca.gov. A detailed summary for this position can be found under MCEA.
