Job Opportunity - Parks Trail Specialist

[mariah.zepeda]

Please see this job post that is now on the Open Competitive line  on the County Job Website.  If you are interested, please make sure to apply! Thanks!

[Marisela Castro]

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COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF: Parks Trail Specialist   An Equal Opportunity Employer

SALARY $26.90 - $32.51 Hourly    $2,152.24 - $2,600.40 Biweekly    $4,663.19 - $5,634.20 Monthly    $55,958.24 - $67,610.40 Annually ISSUE DATE: 03/13/17 FINAL FILING DATE: 04/13/17. If the Final Filing Date states "Continuous", the application filing period may close any time after ten business days from the issue date of this job announcement if sufficient qualified applications have been received. Postmarks are not acceptable, therefore it is important to submit your application as soon as possible. THE POSITION Under general supervision, to perform skilled and semi-skilled work in the design, layout, assessment, survey, monitoring, maintenance, construction and reconstruction of natural surface trails throughout the Santa Clara County Parks system. This position is in the County of Santa Clara Parks and Recreation Department.  Parks Trail Specialist perform design, layout, assessment, survey, monitoring, maintenance, construction and reconstruction of natural surface trails throughout the Santa Clara County Parks system.   TYPICAL TASKS Performs trail assessments including, identifying, inventorying, tracking, and recommending corrective actions to erosion and public safety concern areas on County Park trail systems; Provides project lead for various trail construction, reconstruction and maintenance projects; Identifies, installs and assists Park staff with erosion control and natural/cultural resource protection best management practices, as required (which may include, but not limited to: silt fence, armoring of drainage structure outfalls, armoring culvert outfalls and maintaining culvert headwalls and catch basins, etc.);  Assists in the implementation and management of the trail sign program (including trailhead signs), which includes working with the Park Planning and Development staff in surveying trail mileage, sign locations and ordering of materials; Assists and implements staff, volunteer, and/or contractor training and development related to trails and roads construction and maintenance; Implements a trail assessment program for current conditions of trail structures and a complete inventory of trail conditions including: conducting field surveys and documenting, trail issues and recommending corrective actions while creating data files of existing trail work; trail assessments and mapping using various computer systems and software (including databases, mapping software, GIS/GPS, timekeeping software, Word, Excel spreadsheets, etc.); Monitors, tracks, records and documents trail assessment and user survey data; Assigns costs and labor needs for trail construction, reconstruction, maintenance, and identified corrective actions using trail assessment software programs; Implements a trail classification matrix which includes; surveying all park trails for use and trail work priorities; Implements the design and field layout of new trails and other trail projects, including scouting, flagging and mapping of proposed trail routes, manual and mechanized construction of trail treads and trail features and coordination with volunteers and park unit staff on the ongoing maintenance of trails; Clears trail corridor with manual tools, power tools, (i.e., chain saw and brush saws), volunteers, contractors or mechanized equipment; Constructs, reconstructs and maintains natural surface trails and roads, using mechanized road and trail equipment (including: mini-excavators, SWECO trail dozers, skip-loaders), volunteers, contractors and/or hand tools; Compacts tread with plate compactor or mechanized equipment and portable water systems; Procures trail-building supplies, equipment and gear; Transports soils, building materials and equipment as needed; Assesses and installs armored tread using native or imported rock and amendments; Constructs, assists in construction, assesses, tracks and maintains trail structures and features (i.e., bridges, boardwalks, retaining walls, rock-armored crossings, rolling dips, etc.); Works and coordinates with Park staff, volunteers or contractors to identify trail work, determine and implement corrective actions; Mentors and trains volunteers and staff on aspects of trail layout/design, assessments, maintenance and construction; Maintains all necessary logs or records as assigned; Assists and coordinates the implementation of the Volunteer Trail Programs; Assists and coordinates with partnering organizations, land managers, volunteers, park unit staff and regulatory agencies; May be project supervisor of contractors and volunteers; Implements natural resource management practices, laws and regulations regarding wildlife and sensitive species protection, storm water protection, related to trail construction and maintenance; May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required; Performs other duties as required. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the ability to perform the above tasks and the attainment of the following knowledge and abilities.   Training and Experience Note:  The knowledge and abilities required to perform this function are attained through possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.   AND   Three (3) years of experience in trail layout, trail design, trail management and/or trail construction.   OR   Possession of an Associate Degree from an accredited college in Park Management, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or a related field.   AND   One (1) year trail experience in trail layout, trail design, trail management and/or trail construction.    Special Requirements: Possession of a valid California driver's license prior to appointment, and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County driver's permit; Possession of a Standard First Aid and CPR certificate issued by an authorized provider before completion of the probationary period; Obtain any licenses and/or certificates required by State, Federal and other governmental agencies, to perform the Typical Tasks; Willingness to work an alternate work schedule including weekends, special events or volunteer events; Wear a prescribed uniform and safety boots.  Knowledge of:  Construction, maintenance, repair, assessment, trail trends/use and reconstruction methods common to park trails, including accessibility; Natural Resource concepts and principles of basic biology. Basic understanding of Federal, state and local laws regarding wildlife habitat, sensitive species considerations, storm water protection and related regulations; Hydrologic processes that aides in the field design of drainage system reconstruction including ditch systems, culverts, switchbacks, climbing turns, stream fords, subdrains, backslope stabilization and fill sections; Geologic features and processes, soils and terrain dynamics; Design and implementation of complex cabling, rigging systems and related apparatus for trail structures such as retaining walls, bridges and removal of large trees; Tread reconstruction and realignment; Basic mathematical skills (algebra & trigonometry); Various computer programs and hand held devices, such as GIS/GPS, spreadsheets, Word, databases, KRONOS and budget support software;  Ability to:  Hike or walk several miles a day in rugged terrain and extreme weather conditions in remote areas, off-trail and carrying up to 60 lbs. for short distances; Work in remote areas with natural hazards such as, rattlesnakes, ticks, poison oak, wildlife, etc.; Perform risk and hazard analysis and implement proper safety controls; Lead and coordinate others on a project basis; Safely and effectively operate and maintain specialized equipment such as ATV's, rock drills, rotary hammers, rock shaping tools and other trail tools Work independently and as a team member, organize own work, set priorities and meet deadlines; Troubleshoot working problems as they arise; Communicate effectively and clearly both orally and in writing; Make public presentations to community groups, conferences, staff, volunteers, government agencies, etc.; Participate in public trail planning processes. VETERANS PREFERENCE INFORMATION: Any veteran who has submitted a copy of their DD214 form, and received a discharge of other than dishonorable, from the armed forces showing service in any branch of the United States military will be given a preferential credit of five percent (ten percent for those identified as disabled veterans), after attaining a passing examination score for a numerically scored examination, as applicable by Memorandum of Understanding. THE EXAMINATION PROCESS: The examination process may include one or more of the following: application review, application appraisal, preliminary competitive rating, performance test, written test, and/or oral interview examination. This recruitment may require completion of Supplemental Questions in order to evaluate your education, training and experience relative to the required knowledge and abilities for the position you are applying for. Your responses to the questions may also be reviewed and scored in a Competitive Rating evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as no additional information will be accepted from applicants once the Competitive Rating evaluation has begun. *New Hires shall be subject to a pre-employment criminal background check. DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS: Under California law, all County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers (DSW). In the event of a catastrophic event, County employees may be expected to fulfill emergency action assignments. As DSW's, they may be assigned to assist in any disaster service activity that promotes the protection of public health and safety and preservation of lives and property. INFORMATION ON PERS CONTRIBUTION: For new members, salaries above a limitation imposed by federal law (that limit per IRS is $117,020 for 2016): (1) neither the County nor the employee makes contributions to PERS on the portion of salary that exceeds the limit, and (2) the portion of the salary that exceeds the limit is not used by PERS to calculate the retirement benefit. If you were a member prior to January 1, 2013, the limit is $265,000 for 2016.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED AND FILED ONLINE AT: http://www.sccjobs.org/ OR 70 W. Hedding Street, 8th Floor, East Wing San Jose, CA 95110 EXAM #17-T1C-A PARKS TRAIL SPECIALIST AR

 

Parks Trail Specialist Supplemental Questionnaire

 

*	1.	Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED for your application and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Initially, it will be used to determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in the subsequent competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. Your responses to the questions may also be reviewed and scored in a Competitive Rating evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as no additional information will be accepted from applicants once the Competitive Rating process has begun. Please include the name of employer, job title, dates of employment and number of hours worked per week for questions asking about your experience. A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your application incomplete. Vague, incomplete or non-responsive answers could result in no or low scores in a competitive rating process. Do you understand this requirement?
		Yes    No
*	2.	What is the highest level of education you have completed?
		High School or GED  Associate's Degree  Bachelor's Degree  Master's Degree  Doctoral Degree
*	3.	Indicate the Major field of study for the degree referenced in question #2 above.
		Park Management  Environmental Science  Natural Resource Management  Other  None
*	4.	Select the amount of experience you possess working in trail layout, trail design, trail management and/or trail construction.
		Less than 6 months  6 months but less than 1 year  1 year but less than 2 years  2 years but less than 3 years  3 years or more  No experience
*	5.	Describe your experience in layout, design and mapping of potential trail alignments? In your response, include the employer name, job title, dates of employment, and hours worked per week.
*	6.	Describe your experience in creating budgets for construction projects, park projects and/or labor costs.
*	7.	Describe your experience and proficiency using GIS equipment, software and computer skills.
*	8.	Describe your experience with leading volunteers in a work crew environment.
*	9.	Describe any experience you possess with public speaking. Describe the topic(s), audience and how often you gave the presentations.
*	10.	Have you ever led a volunteer group performing trail maintenance? Why and in what capacity (what was your role)?
*	11.	Please describe your experience operating mechanized equipment such as excavators, skip loaders, skid steer loaders, trail dozers and power tools such as rotary hammers, rock drills and rigging systems. In your response, include the employer name, job title, dates of employment, and hours worked per week.
*	12.	Describe your experience and proficiency building retaining walls? Bridges? Installing culverts? In your response, include the employer name, job title, dates of employment, and hours worked per week.
*	13.	Select the computer applications you are proficient using: (check all that apply) Proficient, is the ability to utilize the chosen application/program with an intermediate or higher level of understanding and competency.
		Microsoft Word  Microsoft Excel  Microsoft PowerPoint  None of the above
*	14.	This position requires the willingness to work an alternate work schedule including weekends, special events or volunteer events. Are you willing to perform these types of days/hours?
		Yes    No
* Required Question