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Recruitment #23-974020-01
Approximate Salary | $35.66 - $43.34/hour; $74,163.15 - $90,146.10/year |
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Opening Date | 5/15/2023 3:50:00 PM |
Final Filing Date | 6/5/2023 5:00:00 PM |
Contact Information | Ashlee Owens (707) 784-2919 |
Type of Recruitment | Open Competitive |
Delivering Solutions for a Safe Community
The Department of Resource Management is a
comprehensive agency comprised of the Public Works, Building and Safety,
Planning Services, Environmental Health Services, Parks, and Administrative
Services Divisions. The department provides for the well-being of Solano
County's present and future residents and the public at-large through
administration and enforcement of Federal, State, and Local laws and policies
pertaining to transportation, building construction, land use planning
environmental health, and recreation.
The Public Works-Engineering & Surveying Division
is committed to providing a safe, well maintained and efficient roadway system.
Additionally, the division designs and performs contract construction of road
and bridge improvements, issues multiple permits, and performs traffic counts
and speed surveys on County roads.
The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used
to fill full-time and part-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions
as vacancies occur or the need arises.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Education
and/or Experience
Extensive road maintenance experience which included some experience operating a variety of heavy construction equipment and which demonstrates possession of and competency in requisite knowledge, skills and abilities. Typical qualifying experience would be:
Three years of journey level public works maintenance worker experience, OR
One year of experience comparable to a Public Works Maintenance Worker (Senior) in Solano County
To view the job description:
https://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=15991
Solano County offers a
cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits, offered through CalPERS.
The County contribution for family coverage is $1,900.58 per month for 2023. The
County offers a cash back provision for those who choose employee-only or who
waive medical insurance coverage. The County may offer a supplemental
contribution for employees enrolled in Employee plus Two or More coverage.
Dental and vision insurances
for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County.
Solano
County participates in CalPERS retirement and contributes to Social
Security.
The County observes 12 full day fixed and 2 half day fixed paid holidays per year. Additionally, employees in this
bargaining unit receive 2 floating paid holiday(s) per year.
Vacation is accrued at approximately 10 days per year for the first 3 years.
Sick leave accrues at approximately 12 days per year.
Employees are eligible to receive an additional 2.5% longevity pay, per level, after the completion of continuous service at 10,15,20,25 and 30 years.
Click here to view the 2023 Benefits Summary:
http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16477
Extra-help employees who work less than 29 hours per week do not typically receive or accrue benefits of regular employees during their period of employment. All extra-help employees accrue .034 hours of Paid Time Off [Represented] Sick Leave [Unrepresented] for every full hour worked.
2023 Extra- Help Benefits Summary
CULTURE OF LEARNING
AND DEVELOPMENT
Solano County is committed to “Invest In and For the Future”
by providing training resources to encourage employee professional development
and growth within our organization. While employed with Solano County,
employees have the opportunity to pursue their career goals, interests, and
develop the competencies on the Solano County Leadership Development Model by
participating in the following programs:
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Annual Education Fair
• County Mentoring Program
• Leadership Academy
• Supervisory Trainings
• Skill Development Trainings
• Self-paced learning opportunities
06/05/2023– Deadline to submit application and required
documents.
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the
selection process, unless otherwise announced.
All potential new hires and employees considered for
promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will
be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is
accepted. These provisions are subject
to change.
RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.
Please visit the County of Solano website, www.jobsatsolanocounty.com, to
apply. Applications must be submitted through the JobAps system. Paper copies
of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as
requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if
applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by the final filing
date. Be sure to include the recruitment title (Public Works Maintenance Worker - Lead) and the
recruitment number (23-974020-01) in your email or fax.
Previously
submitted application materials (e.g., copies of diploma and/or transcripts,
etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must
be re-submitted for this recruitment.
Any further questions can be directed to the Department of
Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00
a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA.
Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time
How to Submit Your Documents
In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com. Be sure to include the recruitment title (Public Works Maintenance Worker - Lead) and the recruitment number (23-974020-01) in your email or fax.
This Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine applicants’ qualifications for this position and assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the recruitment process; therefore, applicants are encouraged to answer all questions thoroughly and completely. Omitted information will not be considered or assumed. Applicants who have no experience in a specific area are recommended to state "no experience in this area" instead of leaving the space blank.
Please note that the experience in your answers must be reflected in your employment history.
Please indicate how many years of experience you have working as a Public Works Maintenance Worker or equivalent.
Describe your experience overseeing maintenance and/or construction work in assigned programs or services?
Incumbents should possess extensive road maintenance experience operating a variety of heavy construction equipment. Please describe your experience operating heavy construction equipment.
Note: In your response, please ensure to include the types of equipment used.
Do you possess a Class A California Driver's License with an X endorsement?
To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181
consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and
have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under
honorable conditions. A COPY OF THE DD
214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN
RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DATE.
Applicants who have a service connected disability must also submit a
recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits
for service connected reasons.
Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran’s preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.
It is the policy of Solano County that all employment
decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County
employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job
related merit, and ability to perform the job.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Qualified individuals with a disability, who
are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without
reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the
recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the “Selection
Process”), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by
Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=23215.
This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment. Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.
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OUR COMMUNITY
Solano County is the ideal place to live, learn, work and play.
The America's Promise Alliance has named Solano County as one of the 100
Best Communities for Young People for six consecutive years—the only
California community with that distinction.
·
Live – Solano County,
as well as cities within the County have ranked in the top 15 hottest markets
across the country and within the Bay Area due to prime location and
affordability.
·
Learn – Higher
education abounds! Within the County, education choices include Solano
Community College, CSU Maritime, Brandman University, and Touro University.
Bordering our County is the renowned University of California Davis.
·
Work – The blend of
agriculture, corporate business and pleasant lifestyle enhance the attraction
of Solano County. Blessed with a thriving agricultural economy, the County is
also home to biotechnology and other growth industries, and Travis Air Force
Base.
·
Play - Situated
midway between San Francisco and Sacramento—the State capitol, Solano County is
home to rolling hillsides, waterfronts, fertile farmland and recreational areas.
County residents can enjoy day trips to the San Francisco Bay area, Sacramento,
the Delta, Lake Tahoe region, and the Napa and Sonoma Valleys.
County
Population (2023): 465,536
The
provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.
Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without
notice.
SOLANO COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER