Public Works Specialist

City of Pinole•Pinole, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join the City of Pinole as a Public Works Specialist! Ready to make a visible impact in your community? We're looking for a skilled and motivated professional to help oversee public works projects, inspect infrastructure improvements, manage GIS mapping, and serve as a key resource for residents and contractors. If you have experience in construction, inspections, project management, or the building trades, this could be the opportunity for you. Build. Improve. Serve. Apply today! This posting will close after the first 100 applications are received, or by June 25, whichever occurs first.

Requirements

Equivalent to graduation from high school
Two years of experience in Public Works construction project management and/or inspection OR three years as a general contractor OR three years of journey-level experience in the building trades.
This work must have included significant public contact and the exercise of investigative skills.
Must possess and maintain a valid California class C driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.
Knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of public administration in a municipal setting.
Knowledge of functions and services of a Public Works department.
Knowledge of principles and techniques of conducting Public Works inspections.
Knowledge of basic budgetary and contract administration practices in a public agency.
Knowledge of applicable laws, codes and regulations.
Knowledge of computer applications related to the work.
Knowledge of GIS system.
Knowledge of records management principles and practices.
Knowledge of techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, in person and over the telephone.
Skill in assisting in developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards and internal controls for assigned projects.
Skill in interpreting, applying and explaining complex laws, codes, regulations and ordinances.
Skill in understanding standard plans, specifications and materials used in the construction of City infrastructure such as streets, curbs, gutters and underground lines.
Skill in creating maps using GIS system.
Skill in preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
Skill in organizing work, setting priorities, effectively multi-tasking and meeting critical deadlines.
Skill in maintaining accurate records and files.
Skill in using tact, initiative, prudence and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines.
Skill in effectively dealing with and solving the problems presented by a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, in person and over the telephone.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Nice To Haves

Completion of college-level coursework in construction technology, building inspection or a field related to the work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years of experience as a general contractor or of journey-level experience in the building trades.

Responsibilities

Oversees and inspects Public Works projects.
Represents the City with contractors and the public.
Prepares maps.
Serves as liability liaison with Municipal Pooling Authority.
Inspects Public Works, capital improvement and other construction projects; reviews work performed to ensure compliance with City codes, safety regulations and permitting requirements.
Inspects new development infrastructures.
Oversees projects while in construction; communicates with contractors, completes change orders, checks invoices and files notice of completion.
Constructs and completes GIS maps.
Serves as the City liaison with Municipal Pooling Authority regarding liability claims related to Public Works and the City’s right of ways.
Prepares a variety of written correspondence, reports, and other written materials.
Receives, investigates and responds to citizen complaints, inquiries and requests for services.
Provides project management services for construction and maintenance contracts.
Maintains a variety of working and official files.
May direct the work of staff, interns and/or volunteers on a project or day-to-day basis.