Personal Assistant Salary in Santa Clara, CA

About Banana Republic Born from two California creatives fueled by their explorer spirits, Banana Republic has repositioned itself as a premium, experiential lifestyle brand for today’s modern world. ​​Designed for a life where anything is possible, we use the finest materials with the latest fabric innovations to create timeless, versatile clothing, jewelry, shoes and handbags. Through our home and art collections, we extend beyond apparel and are a part of our customers' lives at home.​​ We are creating memorable, immersive experiences online and in-store that build lasting relationships and solve our customers’ lifestyle needs. ​​Our team is made up of passionate and curious storytellers who are pushing the boundaries to deliver consistent, quality product through an elevated customer experience. Sound interesting? Join us as on the BR journey as we create what’s next.About the RoleIn this role, you will set the tone for the store team and help bring our brand to life for our customers and employees. Your leadership role is critical in supporting the execution of the store strategy to achieve performance goals and drive profitable sales growth through all aspects of the store, including; customer and product operations, merchandising, and talent development. Through collaboration with your leadership team, your goal is to teach others and coach behaviors to cultivate a high performing team that meets or exceeds goals.What You'll DoAll leaders are expected to become experts of the brand's selling behaviors, leading and leveraging these behaviors with every customer who walks through our doors and allowing us to provide a exceptional customer experience.Recruit, hire and develop people to drive a culture of high performance and engagementAccountable for team performance through teaching, coaching and providing meaningful feedback to build capabilitiesSupport strategies and processes using a customer centric mindset to deliver results, drive store sales, and maximize efficiencies and productivityPromote community involvementAdapt team priorities to respond to customer and business partner needsProvide front line supervision to an operational, service or administrative teamWho You AreProvides clear and direct communication of expectations and gives feedback while listening to learn in order to unlock personal and business resultsProven ability to organize and utilize time management and prioritization skills to effectively manage multiple tasks in an environment with competing demandsStrength in driving metrics to deliver results that will meet or exceed business goalsAble to travel as requiredProbe beyond the stated situation, uses reporting and company tools to find identify underlying issues and considers possible alternativesGood understanding of concepts and procedures within own subject areaBenefits at Banana Republic Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees. One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.* Employees can take up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.* Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee’s base pay.* Employee stock purchase plan.* Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.* See more of the benefits we offer. *For eligible employeesGap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long-held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.Hourly Range: $24.20 - $33.30 USDEmployee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.US CandidatesPlease note that effective, June 30, 2022, Gap Inc. will no longer require any of its employees to wear face masks or require proof of COVID vaccination, unless required by local or state/provincial mandates or as part of Gap Inc's quarantine guidelines after being exposed to or testing positive for COVID. Therefore, please disregard any language in any job posting that refers to Gap Inc.'s face mask and proof of vaccination policy as said policy is no longer effective.

DESCRIPTIONMachine learning (ML) has been strategic to Amazon from the early years. We are pioneers in areas such as recommendation engines, product search, eCommerce fraud detection, and large-scale optimization of fulfillment center operations.The Generative AI team helps AWS customers accelerate the use of Generative AI to solve business and operational challenges and promote innovation in their organization. As an applied scientist, you are proficient in designing and developing advanced ML models to solve diverse challenges and opportunities. You will be working with terabytes of text, images, and other types of data to solve real-world problems. You'll design and run experiments, research new algorithms, and find new ways of optimizing risk, profitability, and customer experience.We’re looking for talented scientists capable of applying ML algorithms and cutting-edge deep learning (DL) and reinforcement learning approaches to areas such as drug discovery, customer segmentation, fraud prevention, capacity planning, predictive maintenance, pricing optimization, call center analytics, player pose estimation, event detection, and virtual assistant among others.Key job responsibilitiesThe primary responsibilities of this role are to:• Design, develop, and evaluate innovative ML models to solve diverse challenges and opportunities across industries• Interact with customer directly to understand their business problems, and help them with defining and implementing scalable Generative AI solutions to solve them• Work closely with account teams, research scientist teams, and product engineering teams to drive model implementations and new solutionsA day in the lifeAbout UsInclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We have ten employee-led affinity groups, reaching 40,000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and host annual and ongoing learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 14 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust.Work/Life BalanceOur team puts a high value on work-life balance. It isn’t about how many hours you spend at home or at work; it’s about the flow you establish that brings energy to both parts of your life. We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment. We offer flexibility in working hours and encourage you to find your own balance between your work and personal lives.About the teamOur team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. Our senior members enjoy one-on-one mentoring and thorough, but kind, code reviews. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded engineer and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future.We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:San Francisco, CA, USA | San Jose, CA, USA | Santa Clara, CA, USABASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of building models for business application experience- PhD, or Master's degree and 4+ years of CS, CE, ML or related field experience- Experience in patents or publications at top-tier peer-reviewed conferences or journals- Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language- Experience in any of the following areas: algorithms and data structures, parsing, numerical optimization, data mining, parallel and distributed computing, high-performance computingPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Experience using Unix/Linux- Experience in professional software developmentAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $136,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $222,200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

About Banana Republic Born from two California creatives fueled by their explorer spirits, Banana Republic has repositioned itself as a premium, experiential lifestyle brand for today’s modern world. ​​Designed for a life where anything is possible, we use the finest materials with the latest fabric innovations to create timeless, versatile clothing, jewelry, shoes and handbags. Through our home and art collections, we extend beyond apparel and are a part of our customers' lives at home.​​ We are creating memorable, immersive experiences online and in-store that build lasting relationships and solve our customers’ lifestyle needs. ​​Our team is made up of passionate and curious storytellers who are pushing the boundaries to deliver consistent, quality product through an elevated customer experience. Sound interesting? Join us as on the BR journey as we create what’s next.About the RoleIn this role, you will set the tone for the store team and help bring our brand to life for our customers and employees. Your leadership role is critical in supporting the execution of the store strategy to achieve performance goals and drive profitable sales growth through all aspects of the store, including; customer and product operations, merchandising, and talent development. Through collaboration with your leadership team, your goal is to teach others and coach behaviors to cultivate a high performing team that meets or exceeds goals.What You'll DoAll leaders are expected to become experts of the brand's selling behaviors, leading and leveraging these behaviors with every customer who walks through our doors and allowing us to provide a exceptional customer experience.Recruit, hire and develop people to drive a culture of high performance and engagementAccountable for team performance through teaching, coaching and providing meaningful feedback to build capabilitiesSupport strategies and processes using a customer centric mindset to deliver results, drive store sales, and maximize efficiencies and productivityPromote community involvementAdapt team priorities to respond to customer and business partner needsProvide front line supervision to an operational, service or administrative teamWho You AreProvides clear and direct communication of expectations and gives feedback while listening to learn in order to unlock personal and business resultsProven ability to organize and utilize time management and prioritization skills to effectively manage multiple tasks in an environment with competing demandsStrength in driving metrics to deliver results that will meet or exceed business goalsAble to travel as requiredProbe beyond the stated situation, uses reporting and company tools to find identify underlying issues and considers possible alternativesBenefits at Banana Republic Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees. One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.* Employees can take up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.* Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee’s base pay.* Employee stock purchase plan.* Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.* See more of the benefits we offer. *For eligible employeesGap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long-held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.Hourly Range: $26.65 - $36.65 USDEmployee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.US CandidatesPlease note that effective, June 30, 2022, Gap Inc. will no longer require any of its employees to wear face masks or require proof of COVID vaccination, unless required by local or state/provincial mandates or as part of Gap Inc's quarantine guidelines after being exposed to or testing positive for COVID. Therefore, please disregard any language in any job posting that refers to Gap Inc.'s face mask and proof of vaccination policy as said policy is no longer effective.

About Pressed JuiceryPressed Juicery is at the forefront of the wellness movement and is dedicated to making healthy living as convenient and delicious as possible. Pressed operates 112 retail stores, is available in nearly 3,000 supermarkets, and can be delivered to any US location through the Pressed Juicery website or app.Our MissionPressed Juicery's mission is to empower your wellness journey.Our Workplace CultureWe embrace diversity, equity, inclusion, and belongingness!We speak up with radically candid communication.We wholeheartedly support personal and professional growth.We believe mistakes can be valuable and lead to continuous improvement.Lastly, we value excellence and strive to achieve greatness in all we do!Our ValuesCommunity - as leaders, we celebrate differences, champion strengths, and compassionately aspire to be our most vibrant selves.Passion - curious and humble, we inspire people to make healthy choices.Growth - pursuing wellness with intention, we create and embrace good energy.Our Benefits401k match13 paid holidays8 paid Pressed Days (additional days off)Medical, dental, and vision insuranceVacation timeFlexible Spending AccountPaid parental leaveEmployee Referral ProgramJob PurposeThe Dual Store Manager oversees the sales performance, guest experience, operations, hiring, and talent development in their two stores. The Dual Store Manager will provide leadership and strategic direction to create an environment that exceeds guests' in-store and digital expectations, maximizing productivity, profitability, and sales results. The Dual Manager will clearly understand company deliverables and processes and must demonstrate the ability to execute those duties.Key Areas of Responsibility include, but are not limited to:Exceed the same stores' sales and plans in both stores.Company sales growth and profitability through selling, teamwork, superior product knowledge, and impeccable guest experience.Foster a guest-obsessed culture that prioritizes the guest experience and delivers on sales goals.Implement the mystery shop and NPS programs to deliver a memorable guest experience in each location.Guests; problem solving and resolution.Manage teams of hourly team members, interviewing, developing, coaching, evaluating, and retaining talent.Manage labor costs (e.g., scheduling hours, overtime, etc.) for both of their stores.Ensure the compliance of company policies and procedures in their stores (safety, assets, cash, etc.) at all times.Oversee store(s) cleanliness, operational excellence, food safety and handling.Manage a schedule that aligns with guest and business needs and maintains a presence in all dayparts. (This includes weekends, early mornings, and evenings)Ensure stores adhere to federal and local safety standards, including but not limited to food safety, OSHA, CDC, ADA, wage, and hours laws. Qualifications:5+ years of progressive leadership experience in retail or restaurant, managing a team of at least 15 team members.Knowledge, and interest in health, fitness, and/or wellness.Ability to build guest relationships and deliver exceptional service.Ability to quickly adapt and embrace new procedures, processes, and shifts to priorities.Utilize sound judgment when making decisions, adapt to and champion change, and mediate conflict.Excellent verbal & written communication skills with proficiency in English.Proficiency in sales principles, KPI deliverables, and guest service practices.ServSafe Card or applicable state-specific requirement at the time of hire is preferred.Basic knowledge of MS Office: Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.Success in identifying, developing, and retaining talented team members.High school degree or equivalent is required; a bachelor's degree or equivalent certification in business/retail/restaurant/hospitality management is preferred.Maintain confidential company information in the strictest of confidence.Must be available on nights, weekends, and holidays.

**Electric Division Manager - Engineering** Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofsantaclaraca/jobs/newprint/4494907)  **Electric Division Manager - Engineering** Salary $207,971.40 - $269,158.20 Annually Location Santa Clara, CA Job Type Full-Time Job Number 22-24-104Q Department Electric Utility Opening Date 05/03/2024 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Exempt Bargaining Unit 9 Weighting Plan N/A + Description + Benefits + Questions **Description** **The Department:** As a community owned, not for profit municipal electric utility,Silicon Valley Power (SVP) (https://www.siliconvalleypower.com/) has provided dependable electric service for over 125 years. SVP is the only full service, vertically integrated publicly owned utility in Silicon Valley owning generation, transmission and distribution assets. As a Public Electric Utility, Santa Clara’s Silicon Valley Power is not driven by profits, as reflected in its significantly lower utility rates when compared to other private sector utilities. Silicon Valley Power is community and policy driven, which is reflected in the many green policies that it promotes, reduced rates and its strategic plan. Silicon Valley Power is one of few public electric utilities in California with an upward trajectory of growth. Today, SVP owns, operates and participates in more than 1,200 MW of electric generating resources and serves a peak load of approximately 700 MW. SVP's expansion plan will double our system capacity over the next ten years. This includes over 30 strategic initiatives in four distinct areas: Utility Performance Excellence, Customer Engagement and Satisfaction, Progress and Innovation Focus, and Community and Environmental Stewardship. High-profile customers include large corporations such as Intel, Applied Materials, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and NVIDIA. **The Position:** This is a professional position in the unclassified service, responsible for managing the one or more of the Engineering Divisions of the Electric Department relating to transmission planning, distribution engineering, capital improvement project delivery (design & construction), system expansion program, and environmental compliance. The position requires a demonstrated ability to work well with management, professional and administrative support employees in the Department and with customers, professionals, managers and all City Departments. **_*** The position may have the option to work from Northern California Power Agency’s Satellite Office in Citrus Heights in Sacramento County ***_** **MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW.** As a member of the City's Unclassified Service, this is an "at-will" position and the incumbent serves at the discretion of the City Manager. An incumbent in this classification: demonstrates strong ethical, professional, and service-oriented leadership and interpersonal skills; sets a good example; and correctly applies the tenets of the City's Code of Ethics and values. **Typical Duties** Duties include but are not limited to the following: Under general direction: • Plan, develop, coordinate, perform, and direct the activities of the Engineering Division of the Electric Utility Department; • Provide management and supervision for all activities of Engineering in the planning, engineering and design of individual system extensions, revisions and improvements; • Provide recommendations on a broad spectrum of division-related issues; • Manage assigned staff, provide technical instructions and assistance as necessary; develop, perform and manage the implementation of utility plans based upon applicable State and Federal laws; • May be responsible for directing the activities of consultants and contractors; • Attend meetings and work with engineers, contractors, specialists and City staff to ensure that City guidelines are met in the determination of requirements of projects; • Represent the City at industry meetings, management groups, professional organizations, and other meetings; • Make periodic and special reports, which describe the current Engineering Division activities and conduct special studies and prepare reports, including findings and recommendations, as required; • Direct or conduct studies and analysis related to the reliability of the electric system to ensure compliance with appropriate Federal Energy Regulatory Commission/North American Electric Reliability Corporation (FERC/NERC) and industry reliability standards; • Prepare or direct the preparation of purchase specifications required to implement Electric Utility Department purchases in connection with system expansion and improvements; • Conduct review and analysis of new equipment, methods and materials pertinent to the design, construction, operation and maintenance of the electric system, and make recommendations to appropriate Managers; • Confer with and assist the Director of Electric Utility in the development of long-range plans, goals and objectives, and budgets; • Manage, schedule and evaluate the work of Engineering Division staff, and develop processes designed to support a continuous learning environment; • Analyze Engineering Division operations to determine the most efficient and effective assignment of staff; • Prepare the Engineering Division budget, recommend allocation of division funds within guidelines; monitor expenditures to ensure adherence to the approved budget, manage contractual services; • Administer and assist in the staffing, administrative and financial matters of the Engineering Division; and • Perform other related duties as assigned. **Minimum Qualifications** **EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE** • Education or experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or closely related field; and • Four (4) years experience at a responsible level in engineering in the electric utility industry or closely related field is required. **DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE** • One (1) year of experience managing staff, and with responsibility for division budget planning and administration is desirable. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** • Possession of a certificate of registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California is desirable. **POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTION** • Possession of a valid certificate of registration as an Electrical Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers may be substituted in lieu of a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or closely related field. **CONFLICT OF INTEREST** Incumbents in this position are required to file a Conflict of Interest statement upon assuming office, annually and upon leaving office, in accordance with City Manager Directive 100. **_Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application._** **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities** Knowledge of: • Principles of electrical utility planning and engineering involved in the development, construction, production, operational methods in interconnected utility areas, principles of program evaluation, forecasting and planning, probability and energy analysis and formulation; customer service; telecommunications and controls; and information technology; • Principles of engineering economics, statistical analysis and forecasting; • Principles of management, supervision, personnel administration, training and performance evaluation; • Principles of organization and management, effective leadership and municipal budgeting and administration; • Regulatory laws, standards and requirements including FERC/NERC Reliability Standards; • Research methods and statistical analysis; • Problem solving and conflict resolution practices and techniques; • Complex spreadsheets and database applications; • Preparation and administration of contracts and fiscal planning; • Project and workload planning; and • Environmental and safety practices, procedures and standards. Ability to: • Analyze complex data; resolve applicable problems; evaluate alternatives and recommend an appropriate course of action; • Effectively negotiate contracts and customer business relations; • Manage contractor activities; • Manage project development and operations management; • Identify, research and gather relevant information from a variety of sources; • Exercise sound and independent judgment, conduct independent analyses and make recommendations on difficult and sensitive issues; • Anticipate potential problems, develop contingency plans when needed and solve concurrent problems; • Provide the leadership and management of the division through coaching, empowering and facilitating employees working in a team environment; • Create a culture that is conducive to change and one that is able to select, recruit, retain, develop and motivate a skilled and talented workforce where everyone knows their mission, role, and job expectations; • Establish clear goals and objectives in order to create an organization that delivers excellent customer service through ethical leadership standards, and establishes an atmosphere of respect for employees consistent with the City’s Code of Ethics and Values; • Build constructive relationships by promoting collaborative partnerships with department peers, bargaining units, employees, citizens, and others contacted in the course of work; • Represent and speak for the department and its work, e.g., presenting, explaining, promoting, defining, and negotiating to those within and outside the department by making clear and convincing oral presentations to individuals and groups, by listening effectively and clarifying information and by facilitating an open exchange of ideas; • Prepare and present highly technical and complex written and oral reports using multi-media to large groups and City staff; • Work effectively as a member of the department’s management team to achieve common goals and be able to deliver excellent customer service to both internal and external City clients; • Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate organization activities and effectively manage the work of Engineering Division staff; • Work effectively and coordinate multiple projects and complex tasks simultaneously in time-sensitive situations and meet deadlines; • Communicate logically and clearly, both orally and in writing; follow oral and written instructions; • Understand and carry out highly complex technical tasks; • Use computer applications to prepare memos and procedural documentation; • Create, manage and maintain complex filing and record systems; • Walk or stand for extended periods of time and bend, stoop, crawl, climb, lift or any other physical requirement as necessitated by the position to perform assigned duties. **Additional Information:** You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applications must be filled out completely (i.e. do not write “see resume or personnel file.”) To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a **1) Cover Letter and, 2) Resume.** Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov . **_*** The position may have the option to work from Northern California Power Agency’s Satellite Office in Citrus Heights in Sacramento County ***_** **This position is open until filled: Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis for consideration to the position. If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed. A first review of applications will be on** **Friday, June 7, 2024** **.** The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or [email protected] . **City of Santa Clara Benefit Summary Overview for Bargaining Unit #9** **Miscellaneous Unclassified Management** This summary provides a brief overview of the City of Santa Clara’s benefits available to Bargaining Unit #9 employees in 2024. In the event of any conflict between the information in this summary and the applicable official plan documents, City Manager’s Directives (CMDs), Personnel and Salary Resolution, or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the applicable official plan documents, CMDs, Personnel and Salary Resolution, or MOU will prevail over this summary. Benefits are subject to change. **Retirement:** + Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) + Classic Employees: 2.7% @ age 55 formula –employee pays 8.00% of gross pay, minus $61 bi-weekly + New Employees: 2.0% @ age 62 formula – employee pays 7.00% of gross pay + Medicare and Social Security (FICA) + Employee pays 6.20% up to $10,397.40 (Social Security) and 1.45% (Medicare) of gross pay **Health Insurance:** + City contribution up to $2042.82/month, based on enrollment in a CalPERS health plan + Employees electing health coverage with premiums above the City health contribution will pay additional premium costs from salary on a pre-tax basis + Coverage is effective as early as the first day of the month after date of hire + If an employee enrolls in a plan with a premium that is less than $946.86/month, they will be paid the difference in cash + Employees hired on or after 1/1/2023 who opt-out of City-offered health insurance and provide annual attestation _and_ acceptable proof of alternative required coverage for themselves and their tax family, if applicable, are eligible for a cash-in-lieu amount of $250/month. Contact Human Resources for more details **Dental Insurance:** + Choice of two Delta Dental plans; enrollment is mandatory + City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee + Coverage is effective as early as the first day of the month after date of hire **Vision Insurance:** + Choice of two VSP plans + City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee + Coverage is effective as early as the first day of the month after date of hire **Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA):** + City contributes $50.00 a month toward employee’s VEBA account + Account funds may be used to pay for qualified medical expenses after separation from the City and after age 50 (pre-tax) **Life Insurance:** + City pays for $50,000 of Basic Life Insurance coverage + Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment + Additional optional insurance may be purchased by the employee for the employee, spouse, domestic partner, and/or dependent children **State Disability Insurance (SDI):** + Employee pays 1.1% of gross pay (includes Paid Family Leave) + 7 day waiting period. Weekly paid leave for absences due to non-work related injuries/illnesses. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information **Paid Family Leave (PFL):** + Up to 8 weeks of benefits within a 12-month period to care for a family member or to bond with a new child + No waiting period. Weekly paid leave benefit. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information **Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance:** + Benefit is 60% of basic wage up to $13,333; max $8,000/month + City paid benefit. City pays $.207/$100 of insured earnings + 60 calendar day waiting period + Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment **Deferred Compensation:** + Voluntary plan through Nationwide Retirement Solutions + Employee may contribute up to the lesser of the IRS maximum or 100% of gross compensation into a pre-tax 457(b) account or a post-tax Roth 457(b) account (or a combination of the two accounts) subject to IRS rules **Flexible Spending Account (IRS Section 125 Plan):** + Employee may contribute up to $3,200 per year in pre-tax dollars to a health care spending account + Employee may contribute up to $5,000 per year in pre-tax dollars to a dependent care spending account + Employee may contribute up to $315 per month in pre-tax dollars to a commuter benefit plan **Vacation:** + Vacation is accrued bi-weekly, cannot use vacation during first 6 months of City service + For 1 - 4 years of service: 10 days (80 hours)/year + For 5 - 9 years of service: 15 days (120 hours)/year + For 10 - 15 years of service: 21 days (168 hours)/year + For 16 - 20 years of service: 22 days (176 hours)/year + For 21+ years of service: 24 days (192 hours)/year + Maximum accrual is 480 hours + Once per year, employees can elect to convert up to 80 hours of accrued vacation to cash to be paid out in up to two cash-outs the following calendar year **Sick Leave:** + Sick leave is accrued bi-weekly for equivalent of 96 hours per calendar year with no maximum accrual + Up to 48 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for family illness + Up to 32 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for personal leave + Employee may convert sick leave to vacation once per calendar year (annual maximum conversion is 96 hours sick to 48 hours vacation) + Partial sick leave payoff provision on retirement depending on years of service **Management Leave:** + 120 hours of management leave credited to employees each January 1st + New employees hired between January 1st and June 30th receive 120 hours of management leave their first year + New employees hired between July 1st and December 31st receive 60 hours of management leave their first year + Unused management leave may be carried over from one calendar year to the next; however, an employee may never have more than 240 hours (calendar years 2021 through 2024) of “banked” management leave **Holidays:** + Seventeen paid eight-hour holidays per year (13 & 4 holidays between 12/25 to 1/1 of following year) **Mobile Communication Device Allowance:** + $80/month in lieu of carrying a City-issued cell phone **Auto Allowance (an alternative to mileage reimbursement or use of a City vehicle):** + Department Heads receive $320/month (up to $520, with City Manager approval). Assistant Department Heads and Division Managers can receive $200/month (Up to $500 with City Manager approval) **Tuition Reimbursement Program:** + Up to $2,000 per fiscal year for tuition reimbursement **Employee Assistance Program:** + Confidential counseling to employees and dependents. Up to maximum of five (5) consultations per family member per incident per year + City paid benefit **Retiree Medical Reimbursement Program:** + Employees who retire from the City with at least ten (10) years of service shall receive reimbursement to help cover retiree single health insurance premiums. The reimbursement maximum includes the PEMHCA minimum. + Up to age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to$416/month in 2024 (amount adjusted annually) + After age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $249/month in 2024 (amount adjusted annually) **Alternate Work Schedule:** + An employee shall be eligible to work a 9/80 alternate work schedule according to the conditions, criteria, and requirements set forth in City Manager's Directive 71. Requests to work a 9/80 schedule shall be made through or by the Department Head to the City Manager. The City Manager must approve the schedule and the City Manager or Department Head (for employees other than Department Heads) may terminate the schedule at any time. 01 Please select the option that best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. + Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or closely related field; and four (4) years experience at a responsible level in engineering in the electric utility industry or closely related field. + Four (4) years experience at a responsible level in engineering in the electric utility industry or closely related field; and registration as an Electrical Engineer issued by the State of California. + I do not meet the minimum qualifications. 02 Do you posses a valid California driver's license? + Yes, I have a valid California driver's license. + No, but I have the ability to obtain a valid California driver's license by the time of hire. + I do not have a valid California driver's license. 03 Please describe your engineering experience working for an electric utility. Provide specifics on your typical duties and number of staff under your supervision and span of control. 04 What specific experience do you have with the design and construction of 115/60kV substation facilities? Please include any experience associated with equipment procurement, cost estimation, schedule preparation, and QA/QC inspections. 05 What specific experience do you have with developing route alternatives, evaluating plan / profile designs, and performing constructability reviews of 60kV and/or 115kV transmission lines? 06 Describe challenges you have faced with managing teams and prioritizing large interdependent capital projects. What did you do to overcome these challenges? 07 Please describe any experience you have developing utility specifications and typical drawing details for 115/60 kV distribution substations, 115/60 kV transmission lines, and medium voltage distribution facilities. Please include what tools you have used to develop any specifications and drawing details. 08 Describe your experience with managing budgets and financial reporting. How do you approach budgeting? What tools are you familiar with? 09 This position is expected to provide strong technical skills and guide the development of engineers for succession planning. What techniques have you used to develop engineers within your organization? Required Question Agency City of Santa Clara Address 1500 Warburton Ave. Santa Clara, California, 95050 Phone 408-615-2080 Website http://www.santaclaraca.gov Please verify your email address Verify Email