THE POSITION
Promotional Recruitment
The City of Ventura is now accepting applications for the position of Street Maintenance Leadworker (Promotional Only).
The Street Maintenance Leadworker works under general supervision as a working leader. This position is responsible for directing and coordinating employees and crews engaged in a variety of maintenance activities involving streets, storm drains, signing, street sweeping and other assigned activities.
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
As a designated working leader, performs, assigns and directs the work of a crew, providing directions, instructions, and/or information on street maintenance and repairs performed by the group, including ensuring adherence to safe work sites, practices and methods; develops and installs new and/or revised methods, practices or procedures which improve the work flow or utilization of employee's time and abilities; instructs, trains, and coaches employees in the technical aspects of their respective jobs, and answers any questions related to the work assignment; determines work assignments necessary and sequence of operations when priorities are rescheduled; performs actual work operations required of assigned group and gives assistance on matters affecting work; operates motorized/mechanized construction equipment such as paving machines, graders, skip loaders, trucks, backhoes, sweepers, asphalt rollers, and other comparable equipment; provides supervisor with information and evaluation regarding the performance of subordinate crew members; performs other related duties as assigned.
Incumbent may be required to work stand-by on rotational basis and report to work on a callback basis as needed within a designated time frame. Standby assignment is at the discretion of the Division Head.
MORE INFORMATION
For additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position, refer to the job descriptions located on the City’s Career Page at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs or by clicking here Street Maintenance Leadworker.
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HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this promotional opportunity, you must be a regular or probationary employee with the City of Ventura.
To apply for this promotional opportunity, please complete an online City Application and supplemental questionnaire.
If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact Melanie Hanisco at mhanisco@cityofventura.ca.gov.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
A combination of education, training and experience equivalent to high school graduation and two years of full-time journey-level street maintenance and repair, general maintenance and repair, or construction maintenance and repair experience. Prior supervisory or lead experience and/or training is highly desirable. Experience operating and maintaining light and medium motorized/mechanized equipment is highly desirable.
License: Possession of a valid California Class C driver license.
Within six months of employment, incumbent is required to obtain and, thereafter, maintain the following licenses: Valid California Class A driver's license with the tanker endorsement and the allowable Auto transmission restriction. According to the Department of Transportation (DOT), drug testing is required.
APPLICATION AND INTERVIEW PROCESS
Selection Process
YOUR APPLICATION
***OPEN ONLY TO CURRENT REGULAR CITY OF VENTURA EMPLOYEES***
Submit an online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs. It is important that your City job application show all the relevant education, training and experience you possess. Resumes, CVs and cover letters may be attached to your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application or supplemental questionnaire. Submitting an incomplete application, may disqualify you from further consideration in the recruitment process.
DEADLINE TO APPLY:
Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted until Monday, July 1, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.
APPLICATION REVIEW:
All applications and supplemental questionnaires submitted will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Candidates will be notified about their status after the filing deadline.
INTERVIEW DATES AND INFORMATION:
A select number of candidates will be invited to a department selection interview. Select candidates will be notified of specifics at a later time.
The Eligibility List established for this classification may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City.
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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail: recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov.THE ORGANIZATION
The City of Ventura operates under the Council/ Manager form of government under a charter adopted by voters in 1934, with an elected seven-member City Council. This full-service municipality is supported by 11 major City departments: City Manager, City Attorney, Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, Community Development, Parks & Recreation, Fire, Police, Public Works, and Ventura Water. The City’s Adopted FY 2023/2024 Operating and Capital budget totals approximately $428.8 million. The City Council and the City Manager are dedicated to the highest standards of integrity, public service, and innovative approaches to governing.
To learn more about the City of Ventura, please visit www.cityofventura.ca.gov and view the FY2023-24 Adopted Budget.
CITY OF VENTURA
The City of Ventura is located just north of Los Angeles County and south of Santa Barbara County and is frequently considered one of America’s most desirable places to live. The City is a full-service municipality that was founded in 1782, incorporated in 1866, and serves nearly 110,000 residents within its 32 square miles. With nearly 700 employees, the City is dedicated to delivering key services to our businesses, residents, and visitors to ensure Ventura remains a fiscally stable, economically vibrant, safe, clean, and desirable community.
Locals and visitors enjoy Ventura’s impressive park system that includes 32 parks and historic sites, and more than 800 acres of open green space. The City offers a remarkable year-round climate, friendly people, and a spectacular coastline. Ventura is an exciting location for a variety of outdoor activities such as biking, hiking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, sailing, surfing, whale watching and windsurfing. Other activities include the Channel Islands National Park, championship golf, world-class shopping, wine tours, and more. Learn more about the City of Ventura at www.CityofVentura.ca.gov
DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The City of Ventura values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the City derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in public service, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations, and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they’re counting on us.
The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!
