Facilities Project Manager III - Fire Department (Finance)
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Riverside County Fire Department seeks to fill a Facilities Project Manager III position to be assigned to the Perris location. This position provides advanced technical management of a variety of complex County facility construction, alteration and repair projects and architectural-engineering studies, including space management and facilities or furnishings planning and implementation; performs construction design; assists in the administration of construction contracts; and performs other related duties as required.
The most competitive candidates will possess construction management experience, facilities project management experience with governmental agencies, and knowledge and experience utilizing AutoCAD software.
Based on the needs of the Department, the duties of this position may require the incumbent to be available on stand-by status after regular working hours, as needed.
The Facilities Project Manager III is the advanced journey level classification in the professional Facilities Project Manager series and reports to a Supervising Facilities Project Manager. Incumbents perform a variety of complex, major County facility construction projects, including new facilities and major alterations, additions, and renovations of existing facilities from development of initial conceptual, schematic drawings through the final acceptance of construction and the warranty period (exclusive of road, parks, and flood control projects). Assignments require an advanced knowledge of the principles of architectural design and facility construction; structural, electrical and mechanical engineering construction; materials used in facilities construction and Uniform Building Codes.
Meet the Team!
The Riverside County Fire Department is one of California's largest integrated, cooperative, regional fire protection organizations. The Department, a unique partnership between State of California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) and the County of Riverside, serves 19 partner agencies and 1 community service district. The Department has five core values: Leadership, Competence, Integrity, Safety, and Customer Service.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Coordinate the development of project concepts and requirements with County department officials to ensure project design is compatible with needs; prepare project concept proposals and cost estimates.
• Prepare Requests for Proposals and assist in the selection of architect-engineering (A-E) firms for designs and/or studies.
• Communicate County needs and desires to A-E and construction firms; review and analyze A-E firm design/study submittals for compliance with County and engineering standards and for appropriate design applications.
• Prepare recommendations relative to complex A-E firm design and material submittals; monitor construction management and inspection efforts of A-E firms.
• Resolve conflicts between cost and technical constraints, legal and regulatory requirements and user needs.
• Prepare and/or copy construction design documents, including specifications and drawings for building projects; conduct research and feasibility studies.
• Prepare correspondence and reports as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPTION IEducation: Graduation from an accredited college with a bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction or business management, business administration, or closely related field to the assignment.
Experience: Two years of professional level engineering, construction or project management, which included one year of responsibility for budget analysis, cost estimation and the design, planning and construction of buildings and/or public facilities equivalent to a Facilities Project Manager II with the County of Riverside. (Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on the basis of 30 semester or 45 quarter units equaling one year of full time experience.)
OPTION IICertificate: Possession of a Project Management Certificate.
Experience: Five years of professional level engineering, construction or project management, which included responsibility for the design, planning, cost estimation, budget analysis, and construction of buildings and/or public facilities equivalent to the Facilities Project Manager II with the County of Riverside. (Additional qualifying education in engineering, architecture, construction or business management, or a closely related field to the assignment may substitute for the required experience on the basis of one year of experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of education.)
ALL OPTIONSLicense: Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
Knowledge of: The principles of architectural design and facility construction; structural, electrical and mechanical engineering construction; materials used in facilities construction; Uniform Building Codes, local, state, and federal building construction regulations, and other pertinent safety or construction requirements; building construction cost estimating and contract change order negotiations; budget preparation.
Ability to: Develop and evaluate design and construction standards and criteria; coordinate the development of construction projects through completion; understand, interpret, apply, and enforce codes, regulations, specifications, schedules, and contract provisions; perform calculations used in construction design and cost estimating; communicate effectively in oral and written form; establish and maintain effective working relationships with architects, engineers, contractors, and various public officials; kneel, stoop, bend, squat, stretch, reach and extend arms above shoulder, walk and stand for prolonged periods of time; lift and carry equipment up to 50 pounds.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Contact Information
For more information regarding the position, please contact the recruiter Letisia Jimenez at (951) 955-5787 or via email at ltjimenez@rivco.org .
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APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference.The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ( AICE ).
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com .
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MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here .
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
- Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
- Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
- Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.
A new member is defined as any of the following:
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
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If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0< 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4< 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)
Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.
SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance).
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
DISABILITY: Short-term Disability benefit pays up to a maximum of $461.54 weekly, payable up to a maximum of 52 weeks.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
