Salary: $8,485.00 - $11,443.00 Monthly
Location : Public Works Service Center - Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2024-0033L
Department: Street & Park Maint
Opening Date: 11/19/2024
Closing Date: 12/3/2024 6:00 PM Pacific
WHY JOIN #TEAMRCThe City of Rancho Cucamonga is not your average public agency employer. We have evolved from the antiquated civil service government employment of the past. Our driving staff force, known as Team RC, embodies a culture of innovation and collaboration. We believe that our employees are the bestrepresentation of our values and we strive to be on the cutting edge of diversity, inclusion, and technology.When you join Team RC, whether you're front-and-center or behind-the-scenes, you can rest assured that your work makes an impact in the community you serve. Our enthusiasm for public service and our commitment to continuous learning helps Team RC focus on what really matters.....service and people.WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING HERE AT TEAM RCThe Public Works Services Department's mission is to provide efficient stewardship of the City's public works infrastructure. - Staff: 161 Employees ( FT and PT)
- Facilities: Services 15 City facilities and 8 Fire District facilities
- Parks and Landscape: Maintains 31 parks, Adult Sports Park and baseball stadium, 125 street front miles of landscape, and a comprehensive inventory of trees, paseos, and trails.
- Street/Fleet/Storm Drain: Maintains 534 roadway miles, including 4,004 catch basins and 226 signalized intersections, and provides fleet maintenance for 166 vehicles and over 140 pieces of on and off-road equipment.
- Administration/Project Management: Manages departmental support services, contracts, safety and risk management, budget, and capital maintenance projects.
This position might be perfect for you if:- You are a self-motivated leader.
- You like the ability to operate with a great deal of autonomy, while being supported by a strong team and significant resources.
- You enjoy all aspects of budgeting and administrative responsibilities.
- You thrive in a high functioning work environment that encourages innovation and risk taking.
- You have a desire to build, develop, and mentor a highly competent team.
- You are capable of balancing administrative and operational responsibilities.
- You have a talent for clearly and effectively communicating important issues
- You like problem solving in an ever-changing environment.
- You enjoy working in a team environment and engaging with other City departments.
- You are a diverse thinker and open to positive and negative feedback.
- You enjoy working in a picturesque and innovative community.
You'll be responsible for:- Leading and managing a motivated team.
- Overseeing, evaluating, and projecting costs for the yearly budget.
- Planning, managing, and coordinating a broad range of capital budgeting, fund accounting, grant administration, contract administration program budgets and revenue projections.
- Seeing to it that Rancho Cucamonga remains a beautiful place to live, work, visit, and play.
For more information on this position please visit the job description RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE:
Closing Date: Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 6:00pm
Tentative Panel Interview: Week of December 9, 2024
Tentative Department Interview: Week of December 16, 2024**Subject to change at the discretion of the personnel officer**To learn more about additional Team RC perks, please visit the benefits tab located at the top of the flyer - please note that some perks may not be available for certain positions and may require approval. ARE YOU QUALIFIED Education/Experience:Graduation from college with a bachelor's degree or coursework in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field; and five years of responsible governmental, administrative, and budgetary experience including two years of supervisory experience or any combination of training and experience that provides the desired knowledge and abilities.
Desirable Qualifications: Master's degree in business administration, public administration, or a closely related field. Previous experience in strategic planning, environmental programs, and performance management with a municipal government agency. Experience managing contracts and regional, state, or federal grants.
Examples of Acceptable Substitutions:Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in
Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, plus
five years of professional-level experience in governmental, administrative, or budgetary functions. At least
two years must include supervisory experience.
Substitution: A total of
nine years of professional-level experience in governmental, administrative, and budgetary functions may substitute for the bachelor's degree requirement. Of these, at least
two years must include supervisory experience.
Questions regarding the equivalencies listed above? Please email us at
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of the principles of municipal administration, accounting and auditing, budget and purchasing practices; contract administration and grant administration practices; project management principles and program evaluation practices; computer applications in administrative functions; related laws, ordinances and regulations; principles of research, statistical analysis and report preparation; principles, practices and methods of public administration and organizational analysis; supervision theory and practices. Ability to manage and supervise business services, including work of staff; identify business problems, suggest and implement solutions; interpret and apply related regulations and guidelines; analyze data and draw logical conclusions; prepare and maintain accurate financial records and reports, maintain ledgers and journals; supervise, train, motivate and evaluate assigned staff; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; perform complex professional administrative and analytical work requiring sensitivity to issues; interpret and apply related laws, ordinances and policies; conduct research; prepare and present reports; provide liaison to other City personnel, other agencies and the public; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and display a high degree of emotional intelligence.
Special Requirements:Possession of or ability to obtain an appropriate California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record may be required.
WHERE DO YOU GO FROM HEREAPPLICATION PROCESSAll applicants are required to apply online at
Applications for this position will close on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 6:00pm, or until sufficient applications have been received. Please see the above timeline for additional information. Applications must be complete and demonstrate that the minimum qualifications are met. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. Resumes may be attached to the completed application form as supplemental information but will not be accepted in lieu of an official application form. Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates who best match the needs of the City will be invited to compete further in the examination process. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will remain, candidates, until a final offer is accepted by the candidate who most closely meets the requirements of the City. The City may conclude that none of the candidates, even those who meet the minimum qualifications, are appropriate for the position.
Successful candidate will be required to:- Complete a verification form designated by Immigration and Naturalization Service to certify that they are eligible for employment in the United States of America; and
- Provide proof of a valid California driver's license and be insurable; and
- Pass a pre-employment medical exam,
- Pass a reference and background verification. References will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.
- Degree Verification
- Credit Check
If hired, candidate will be required to complete a verification form designated by Immigration and Naturalization Service to certify that they are eligible for employment in the United States of America and furnish proof certifying legal authorization to work in the United States.
The City of Rancho Cucamonga Participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. In accordance, the City will provide the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information regarding E-Verify, the Federal Government's online employment eligibility verification system, please visit www.uscis.gov.DisclaimersThe City of Rancho Cucamonga is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In addition, the City of Rancho Cucamonga abides by a nepotism policy that may preclude you from being hired if the City employs a relative. The City of Rancho Cucamonga makes reasonable accommodations for disabled persons, considering each situation on an individual basis. Please make direct requests for accommodation to Human Resources. For information on Employee Rights under the Family and Medical Leave Act, please click . There is a no smoking policy in effect in all City Offices and vehicles. Finally, please note that the provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Questions regarding this recruitment may be directed to Human Resources at Careers[redacted] Applicants may wish to visit the City's official website at for more information.
- Retirement - California Public Employee's Retirement System (CalPERS)
- Medical - $1,275 per month City paid (Effective the first full-pay period in December 2024, City-paid medical increases to $1,400)
- Dental - City paid
- Vision - City paid
- Deferred Compensation - 4% of base salary. City will match up to 2% of monthly base salary per month.
- Life Insurance - $50,000 City paid
- Administrative Leave - 85 hours per fiscal year
- Vacation - 80 hours per year increasing to 180 hours after 15 years of service. Buyback option of up to 160 hours per fiscal year.
- Holidays - 14 paid holidays including three discretionary holidays
- Sick leave - 120 hours per year
- Personal Leave - 40 hours of sick leave or vacation time may be used for personal leave per fiscal year
- Bereavement Leave - 80 hours paid bereavement leave as needed
- Tuition Reimbursement - $2,300 per fiscal year
- Long-Term Disability (LTD)- City paid
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)- Medical and Dependent Care available
- Voluntary Employee Benefit Association (VEBA)- Employee pays mandatory $20 bi-weekly basis
Additional Team RC Perks - Flexible work schedule
- Remote work
- Bring your dog to work
- Baby on board
- Dress for your day
- RC cares
- Payroll deduction for Camp Cucamonga Summer Camp
- Lunch and learns
- Corporate discount rate at 24 Hour Fitness
- Access to our on-site gyms at City Hall and Public Works (equipment includes treadmills, weights, Peloton bikes, elliptical etc.)
- Jet Dental - an onsite dental service
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee wellness and development programs - Take your kid to work day, Health Fair, Staff development day, Leadership academy, Take your co worker to work day, Know your numbers)
- City tour
- New employee Mixer and welcome basket
- Employee activities committee
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Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed.Note: Please make sure to include your education information in the Education section of your application.
- High School
- Some College
- Associate's degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or Higher
02
Please indicate your years of responsible governmental, administrative, and budgetary experience.
- No Experience
- Two years
- Three Years
- Five Years or more
03
Please indicate the years of experience you have supervising or leading staff related to the area of assignment for a public agency.
- No Experience
- One year, but less than two years
- Two years, but less than three years
- Three years or more
04
Please describe the most complex or challenging project within which you have been involved, including your specific role and responsibilities.
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Please describe your leadership style and principles and how you execute them.
Required Question
