CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT MANAGER - County of Monterey, CA : Job Details

Salary : $9,286.85 - $12,683.84 MonthlyLocation : Salinas, CAJob Type: Regular Full-TimeJob Number: 24/14K48/12JADepartment: Public Works, Facilities & ParksDivision: Facility ServicesOpening Date: 12/13/2024Closing Date: 1/10/2025 11:59 PM PacificPosition DescriptionFinal Filing Date: Friday, January 10, 2025Exam#: 24/14K48/12JA The Public Works, Facilities & Parks Department (PWFP) brings together a range of functions to ensure safe building construction, plan for the future needs of the County, manage infrastructure and county facilities, and protect natural resources. The Department is responsible for public works, county roads and bridges, county parks, and county facilities.The Public Works, Facilities & Parks (PWFP) Department is in immediate need for a Capital Improvements Manager. Under general direction, the Capital Improvements Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing the administrative and fiscal aspects of the design and construction of capital improvement projects. The position functions as a liaison for project team activities between architects, engineers, construction contractors and various County agents and personnel.The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis County-wide. Examples of Duties

• Responsible for the management of multiple complex projects that require an in-depth understanding of project budgets, scoping, project size, state and local agencies, general architectural and site analysis on multi-year projects
• Plan, organize, and direct the annual work plan of assigned staff to allow for the development, design, construction and modifications, of scheduled capital projects and unscheduled maintenance within the developed schedule, budget and funding
• Prepare and process RFP's, correspondence, reports, contract documents, legal notices, testing and inspections; reviews bids and proposals to make recommendations on awarding of contracts and team selection
• Attends meetings and makes presentations to project team, community groups, relevant agencies and the Board of Supervisors
• Administers construction contracts, including work inspection, contract revisions, submittals, payments, schedules, budgets and project closeouts
• Determine staffing needs of the assigned area and oversee selection, training and evaluation of subordinates, coordinate the development of subordinate management staff and motivate staff to meet organizational goals and objectives
• Reviews and approves technical reports, designs, and contract documents to ensure compliance with projects and budget estimates; coordinates the review and/or preparation and implementation of schematic plans, design development, specifications, and cost estimates with clients, developers, architects, engineers, consultants, and related professional service providers

To view the complete job description, visit the Monterey County website: THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATEWill have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:Thorough Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of project management, including planning, scheduling, organizing, and coordinating
• Contract negotiation tactics and strategies
• Principles of architectural design, security systems design, construction and related fields to include components of the California Environmental Quality Act; principles of structural, mechanical and electrical design to include related building codes
• Public administration, including the principles and practices of governmental budgeting, human resources management, and the organization and functions of County government
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws related to the assigned project area; energy conservation and environmental management systems
• Safe working practices related to capital improvement/construction activities, building safety regulations, CAL OSHA to include pertinent methods and equipment
• Research methods, including data collection and analysis; the administrative and economic aspects and procedures used in the construction, maintenance, operation and repair of facility
• Office procedures and electronic data management to include personal computer programs and related software (Excel, Word, Project Management, etc.)

Skill and Ability to:

• Plan, organize, and manage major capital improvement projects
• Collect, analyze, and evaluate information and complex data to make sound judgment, logical decision, and defensible recommendations
• Plans, train, direct, assign, coordinate, supervise and evaluate staff; functionally supervise programs and projects for efficiency and cost effectiveness
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing; make presentations before a wide variety of groups; prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, and technical memorandum
• Develop and prepare a budget; analyze budgeting expenditures related to construction projects
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships; provide excellent and courteous customer service; and evaluate and develop improvements to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of services
• Effective interpersonal, team building, and leadership skills
• Anticipate problems and resolve disputes

Examples of Experience/Education/TrainingAny combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment listed above is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is:Education:Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil or Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or a related fieldANDExperience:Three years of increasingly responsible management experienceANDTwo years of construction and/or capital improvement project management experience Additional InformationCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTThe required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following:

• Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license or the ability to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority
• Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency

Benefits:The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view the . This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing.Notes:

• As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions.
• Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9.
• If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary.

Application and Selection Procedures Apply On-Line at byFriday, January 10, 2025 , 11:59 PM(PST) Or Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting: Monterey County, Public Works, Facilities & Parks DepartmentAttn: Julie Aulenta, Senior Personnel Analyst1441 Schilling Place, 1st Floor, Salinas CA 93901Email: [email protected]: (831) ###-#### Fax: (831) ###-####The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include:

• A completed County of Monterey Employment Application
• Responses to all of the Supplemental Questions

Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Julie Aulenta, Human Resources Analyst, at (831) ###-####, or [email protected]. The County of Monterey is a Drug-Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. 01 Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Your responses to the questions will be reviewed and scored in a Qualifications Appraisal evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as this information will be critical in the competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. A response of see resume or see application will deem your responses to the supplemental questions as incomplete. Note: All application materials submitted will be reviewed along with your supplemental questions and County of Monterey application.

• I have read and understand these instructions.

02 Please describe your experience, education and/or training that demonstrates your knowledge, skill and ability to manage multiple complex projects that require an in-depth understanding of project budgets, scoping, project size, state and local agencies, general architectural and site analysis on multi-year projects 03 Please describe your experience, education and/or training that demonstrates your knowledge, skill and ability to plan, organize, and direct an annual work plan for assigned staff to allow for the development, design, construction and modifications, of scheduled capital projects and unscheduled maintenance within the developed schedule, budget and funding Required Question