Job Details

Salary : $98,425.86 - $119,637.96 Annually

Location : Various locations in Santa Barbara, CA

Job Type: Full-time Unclassified

Job Number: 2024-###-####-PW-RP

Department: Public Works

Opening Date: 12/19/2024

Closing Date: 1/21/2025 5:30 PM Pacific

DESCRIPTION

At the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in an environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive.

The mission of the Public Works Department is to Provide the community with the sustainable foundation to thrive by delivering quality services and public infrastructure through efficient and fiscally responsible practices. The Downtown Parking Program is committed to operating and maintaining the City's parking facilities and on-street parking supply in order to maximize their use by customers and employees that shop and work in the Downtown Business District, thereby enhancing the economic vitality of the Downtown area.

THE POSITION

The City of Santa Barbara Public Works Department is seeking a knowledgeableanddedicated Parking & Transportation Programs Supervisor. Under minimal supervision, leads various Downtown Parking programs including the curbside parking program, outdoor business facilities, residential permit parking program, and management of the Downtown Plaza. Participates in the oversight and preparation of the budget, financial projections, strategic adjustments, analytical and statistical reports.

Supervises, plans, prioritizes and assigns the work of staff who provide technical, professional, and administrative support for on- and off-street parking management city-wide, secure bicycle parking, and Transportation Demand Management. Supervisory responsibilities include the review and evaluation of the work of staff responsible for professional and technical work in the areas of revenue collection, customer service, account management, budget preparation and analysis, public safety, data collection, signing, and curb markings. Responsible for selection, training, guidance, and evaluation of support staff and compliance with Department standards. Manages and documents performance; provides frequent and candid feedback; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline procedures as needed, and tracks achievement. Establishes schedules and methods for organizing, balancing and delegating support workload; reviews needs with management staff and allocates resources accordingly. Recommends and assists in the implementation of goals and objectives and implements approved policies and procedures. Analyze staff training needs; provide or coordinate quarterly Downtown Parking staff trainings.

Participates in the planning, design, and construction of various parking projects. Assists in developing, analyzing, and implementing parking and transportation related policies and programs. Researches and participates in the implementation of parking management and revenue control systems. Participates in the technical aspects of parking projects. Monitors records and file management. Oversight of Downtown Parking Committee and Council Agenda Report process and submissions. Frequently gives program presentations to the Downtown Parking Committee, City Council, and stakeholder groups. Provides information to the public and investigates complaints. Attends and chairs a variety of meetings as required. Receives direction from the Downtown Plaza and Parking Manager, and the Downtown Team Manager. Establishes schedules and methods for providing assigned services. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Employees within this class are responsible for direct supervision over lower-level staff and overseeing mobility and parking policies and practices. This class is distinguished from the Downtown Plaza and Parking Manager in that the latter has additional supervisory responsibilities for the Parking Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor, and has overall responsibilities for transportation management programs.

BENEFITS:
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EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge of:

• Operations, services and activities of municipal parking programs.
• Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
• Modern and complex principles and practices of parking system administration.
• Basic principles of accounting and statistical analysis.
• Transportation planning terminology, methods, practices, and techniques used in technical public parking report preparation.
• Principles of on-street parking management.
• Budget preparation and control.
• Mathematics as applied to municipal parking work.
• Recent developments and parking technology.
• Computerized parking equipment functions.
• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.
• Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
• Principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting.
• Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.

Ability to:

• Design and conduct technical studies.
• Analyze data and make recommendations.
• Prepare clear and concise reports.
• Interpret and explain City policies and procedures.
• Coordinate multiple projects at one time.
• Effectively negotiate in hostile situations.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Exercise professional judgement to achieve results consistent with objectives.
• Understand the organization and operation of the City and outside agencies.
• Participate in the management of large and complex projects.
• Participate in the coordination and planning of consultant work.
• Supervise, organize, and review the work of lower-level staff.
• Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff.
• Interpret and explain City policies and procedures.
• Conduct comprehensive parking studies and develop recommendations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

SELECTION PROCESS

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Four years of increasingly responsible experience in public administration and policy analysis, including one year of supervisory or lead responsibility.

Education and/or Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in business or a related field.

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Public Administration, City, Regional, or Urban Planning, Transportation, or a related field is highly desired.

License, Certificate and/or Other Requirements:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license.

It is important that your application and supplemental questionnaire show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess which qualifies you for this position. All applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Be sure to be thorough in your responses. Statements such as "See application", "Extensive Experience", or "See Resume" are not an acceptable substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.

The selection process may consist of an application screening, written exam, computer skills exam and/or an oral interview. The successful candidate's employment history will be thoroughly evaluated prior to appointment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

There is currently one (1) vacancy within the Public Works Department.

Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email and spam regularly throughout the recruitment process. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails.

CITY APPLICATION AND RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:30 PM ON TUESDAY JANUARY 21st 2025. TENTATIVE INTERVIEWS ARE PLANNED TO BE HELD IN EARLY/MID FEBRUARY 2025.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The City of Santa Barbara is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, or other factors. We believe in fostering an inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, respected and empowered.

THE SALARY RANGE consists of five steps, each representing an increase of approximately five percent. STEP INCREASES, through the top salary step, are tied to job performance with annual performance reviews. Employees receive annual performance reviews.
THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS may vary and are subject to collective bargaining:
Note: Part-time employees receive pro-rated benefits, e.g., 50%, 60%, etc.

• The City is a member of the Coastal Housing Partnership, which offers home loan assistance and rental reductions.
• Standard Citywide 9/80 work schedule with closures on alternate Fridays.
• Flexwork/Telecommuting is available.
• Bilingual pay may be available at a rate of $64 / pay period.
• Vacation is accrued at 96 hours / year, increasing with City service.
• Personal leave (32 hours) is provided each July 1st at the start of the fiscal year (pro-rated the first year).
• Sick leave is accrued at the rate of 96 hours / year.
• Holidays: 12 holidays are observed / year.
• Retirement: The City does not participate in Social Security.
  • PERS Miscellaneous Formula: "Classic" members: 2.7% @ 55; City contributes 12.03% and employee contributes 8% of salary. "New" members: 2% @ 62; City contributes 12.03% and employee contributes 7.75% of salary.
  • PERS Police Safety Formula: "Classic" members: 3% @ 50; City contributes 23.38% and employee contributes 9% of salary. "New" members: 2.7% @ 57; City contributes 23.38% and employee contributes 14% of salary.
  • PERS Fire Safety Formula: "Classic" members: 3% @ 50; City contributes 27.8% and employee contributes 10.5% of salary. "New" members: 2.7% @ 57; City contributes 14.72% and employee contributes 14.5% of salary.
• Insurance including medical, dental, and vision benefits is available. Click here for the benefits rate sheet: Supervisors Unit Rate Sheet.
• Life Insurance: City-paid term life insurance (1x annual salary) is provided. Employee-paid supplemental life insurance is available subject to a health application if coverage is not elected during the new hire guarantee issue period.
• Employee Assistance Program: A City-paid EAP is available for employees and members of their household.
• Long-term Disability Insurance is provided.
• State Disability Insurance (SDI) and Paid Family Leave (PFL) is provided. Employee pays 1.1% of salary. For 2025, the anticipated SDI/PFL rate is 1.2% of salary.
• Deferred Compensation Savings Plans (457) are available to employees through a deferred compensation program.
• A uniform allowance or uniform will be provided by the City to those employees required to wear a uniform.
• Employee must pay an amount equal to 1.45% of salary toward Medicare. An equal amount is paid by the City.
• The Santa Barbara City Supervisory Employees' Bargaining Unit represents this classification.

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Please describe a time when you were required to complete a technical study, interpret results, and make recommendations to a decision-making body. How did you design the study? What was the outcome?

02

Please describe you experience in managing multiple deadlines and competing priorities.

Required Question