DEFINITION/SELECTION PROCESS

THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN ONLY TO CURRENT REGULAR FULL-TIME OR REGULAR PART-TIME (BUDGETED) EMPLOYEES. THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR A CURRENT VACANCY. Interested applicants must submit on-line application -- NO paper applications will be accepted.

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CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: Under general direction, the Electric Regulatory Compliance Coordinator is the professional-level single job class responsible for the compliance activities of the electric division. The incumbent performs a variety of compliance, administrative, and operational functions relative to electric operations. The incumbent conducts professional administrative analysis and studies related to federal and state mandated electric industry compliance activities. The position may be assigned direct responsibility for the completion of special projects. The incumbent exercises direct supervision over assigned professional, technical, and clerical personnel. The incumbent receives direction from and is responsible to the Electrical Utility Manager for day-to-day operations.

EXAMINATION PROCESS: Based upon screening of the City Application, applicants whose qualifications best meet the requirements of the position will be invited to the examination process. This process may include, but is not limited to, interview, and/or written exercise, which consists of an evaluation of some of the essential knowledge, skills, abilities, and job related experience listed below. Those candidates who pass the examination process are placed on an eligibility list from which the final selection will be made.

SELECTION PROCESS: As authorized by City policy, applicants being considered for hire in this position may be subject to fingerprinting for purposes of investigating criminal history background. In addition, appointment may be subject to successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination (based upon job-related physical standards) by a City-designated physician.

Failure in any one part of the examination or selection processes will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.

Essential Functions/Examples Of Duties

The following duties are typical of this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Recommends and implements Electric Division's compliance goals and objectives;
Establishes methods to monitor and ensure Electric Division regulatory compliance;
Develops and implements policies and procedures;
Researches and evaluates legislative and regulatory matters that may impact Electric Division and its operations;
Interprets and applies Federal, State, and local laws, standards and regulations as they relate to environmental, safety and reliability compliance requirements of Electric Utility activities;
Develops strategies and responses to proposed legislation and regulatory issues;
Facilitates responses to the appropriate agencies and/or state officials;
Establishes processes, procedures and programs to monitor electric reliability & safety standards development and informs appropriate staff of changes or additions to industry regulatory requirements and rules;
Monitors industry best practices and development trends by benchmarking with other utilities to identify compliance practices, procedures and metrics in order to enhance the division's compliance programs and recommends and implements best practices;
Develops and maintains a tracking and record-keeping program for regulatory compliance filing requirements;
Analyzes deficiencies and creates and recommends corrective action and mitigation plans including scope, timing and priority of planned response to observations, findings and conclusions of internal and external compliance audits and reviews processes and procedures as they relate to compliance & safety with Federal, State, WECC/NERC and local standards and rules;
Represents and functions on committees, outside organizations and at staff subcommittees as necessary, and coordinates compliance activities with other divisions and outside agencies;
Answers questions and provides information to the public;
Investigates complaints and recommends corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints;
Partners with staff to develop safety and training programs and initiates and conducts relevant training when appropriate;
Participates in budget preparation and administration;
Prepares cost estimates for budget recommendations;
Submits justifications for compliance activities; and
Performs related duties as assigned.

If you are unable to perform the essential functions of the position for which you are applying, either with or without reasonable accommodation, please notify Human Resources at (805) 875-8208.

Typical Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination of training, education and experience that demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position. The typical qualifying entrance background is:

Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering, business, economics, public administration or a related field; AND

Experience: Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience administering an energy compliance tracking or regulatory management program, preferably with emphasis on electric reliability standards.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Possession of a valid and appropriate California driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE OF: Principles and practices of regulatory compliance associated with the electric utility industry; principles and practices of safety pertaining to electric utility operations and maintenance; principles and practices of technical report writing and documentation; principles and practices of information management systems and complex record-keeping; principles and practices of investigation and record-keeping activities; general principles of supervision and training; principles and methods of developing and presenting training materials; principles of budget monitoring; modern office equipment, methods, procedures, including use of computer hardware and software; pertinent local, State and Federal laws, ordinances and rules; and appropriate safety precautions and procedures.

ABILITY TO: Plan, analyze, implement and report comprehensive regulatory compliance strategies; analyze, interpret and complete special projects complex reports and regulatory agency fillings; identify and interpret technical and numerical information and maintain complex records; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures; interpret and explain pertinent rules, regulations, policies and procedures; interpret and effectively apply Federal, State, and local laws, standards and regulations; develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations; prepare and make effective training presentations regarding regulatory compliance, both formally and informally; make independent decisions with effectiveness and efficiency; read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level required for successful job performance; operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; supervise, train and evaluate assigned office support staff; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL/PSYCHOLOGICAL DEMANDS: The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL: Strength: Light-exert force to 25 pounds occasionally or 10 pounds frequently, or negligible force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects. May involve significant standing, walking, pushing, and/or pulling. Frequent sitting. Occasional standing, walking, bending, stopping, climbing stairs, reaching at, above and below shoulder level, extending the neck upward, downward and side to side, pushing, pulling, twisting at the waist, handing, gripping, grasping, fingering, typing. Vision: visual acuity sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position; must be able to accurately recognize colors; average depth perception needed. Hearing: ability to hear/comprehend oral instructions and communication.

MENTAL/PSYCHOLOGICAL: Work cooperatively and interact appropriately with those contacted in the course of work, including the general public, without exhibiting extreme responses; respond appropriately to criticism from a supervisor; read/comprehend complex material; utilize complex math skills; utilize complex writing skills; understand, remember and carry out complex job instructions. Respond quickly to changing situations under emergency pressures; deal with the public, City staff, legislators, and vendors; communicate effectively orally; work under pressure; work within deadlines; supervise other workers; and train other workers.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Work both indoors and outdoors. Frequent use of computer and other office machines. Occasional drives a motor vehicle and exposure to odors and to slippery or uneven walking surfaces. Occasional exposure to excessive noises, chemicals, solvents, grease, oil, dust, fumes, smoke, gases, and work around machinery. Rarely exposed to flames/smoke and exposure to radiation or electrical energy. Works both alone and with others.

The information herein does not either constitute an expressed or implied contract.

These provisions are subject to change without notice.

Benefits

Job classes in this unit are subject to the City's Personnel Rules, Procedures, Policies, and the Management, Supervisory & Confidential ("MS&C") Compensation Plan (“Comp Plan”). Benefits include the following:

Bilingual Pay: Individuals determined to be in an eligible position and qualified by the City will be eligible for $150 per month bilingual. Employees with both oral and written bilingual skills shall receive $190 per month bilingual pay.

Deferred Compensation: The City encourages and supports employee enrollment in either MissionSquare or CalPERS deferred compensation plan. Employees may contribute up to the maximum amount according to the IRS Retirement Plan Contribution Limits.

Dental Insurance: Effective the first day of the month following appointment, the employee and dependents are eligible for insurance; the City contributes a substantial amount of the premium for the employee and dependents.

Health Insurance: Effective the first day of the month following appointment, the employee and dependents are eligible for insurance; the City contributes a substantial amount of the premium for the employee and dependents. Employees can select from three (3) Blue Shield plans.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Employees of the City of Lompoc are eligible to receive EAP services administered by Anthem Blue Cross. Employee, spouse, and eligible dependents are entitled to receive five (5) sessions per family member, per incident. Services include counseling for various reasons/needs.

Holidays: Thirteen (13) days per year including one floating holiday.

Life Insurance: The City provides life insurance in the amount equivalent to two years' annual salary up to a maximum of $300,000. The premium is paid entirely by the City. Employees are eligible for enrollment after the first day following six (6) months of continuous employment. Additional employee coverage is available at group rates.

Long-Term Disability Insurance: Effective the first day of the month following six complete months of employment, the employee is eligible for insurance. The City pays 100% of the premium.

Retirement: Third Tier -- Employees hired after January 1, 2013 are covered by California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) 2% at age 62 formula. Employees pay 50% of the normal cost of the member's contribution as prescribed by PEPRA. Final compensation is the average for the highest 36 consecutive months.

Second Tier -- Employees hired after November 19, 2011 and before January 1, 2013 are covered by California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) 2% at age 60 formula. An eight percent (8%) member's contribution is paid by the employee. Final compensation is the average for the highest 36 consecutive months.

First Tier -- Employees hired prior to November 19, 2011 are covered by California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) 2.7% at age 55 formula with 1959 survivor's benefit. A ten percent (10%) member’s contribution is paid by the employee. Final compensation is the average for the highest 12 consecutive months.

Social Security: As a City of Lompoc employee, your earnings are not covered by Social Security. Under the Social Security law, there are two ways your Social Security Benefit amount earned under previous employers may be affected, "Windfall Elimination Provision" and "Government Pension Offset Provision." FOR MORE INFORMATION, please visit http://www.socialsecurity.gov. You may also call 1-800-772-1213 or for the deaf or hard of hearing, call the TTY number 1-800-325-0778, or you may contact your local Social Security Office.

Section 125 Tax Deferral: Program used for out-of-pocket health premiums, medical costs not covered under health plan, and day care/elder care.

Sick Leave: Commencing at the time of appointment, sick leave benefits accrue at a bi-weekly rate and the employee is eligible to use those benefits reflected as their sick leave balance; accrual rate is 12 days/year with unlimited accrual.

Tuition Reimbursement: The City will provide tuition reimbursement for college courses in accordance with Personnel Procedures Manual Chapter 43 "Tuition Reimbursement for College/University Courses." In addition, the City will provide community college students up to 100% tuition reimbursement and 100% reimbursement for required course books per semester. (Course syllabus and receipts identifying books purchased are required for books).

Vacation: Commencing at the time of appointment, vacation leave benefits accrue at a bi-weekly rate based upon length of employment. Employees are eligible to use vacation leave following completion of six months employment and accrue 18 days each year, increasing to 28 days after 15 years (includes 8 days per year of management leave). For more benefit information, please review the Management, Supervisory & Confidential ("MS&C") Compensation Plan; go to the following link: http://www.cityoflompoc.com/humanresources/#mou

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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration. "See Resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.

Yes, I understand and agree
No, I do not agree

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What is the highest level of education you have completed?

High School Diploma or equivalent
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Masters Degree

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How many years of experience do you have in administering compliance tracking or regulatory managements programs?

Advanced Skilled Level ( Extensive experience (4+ years)
Skilled Level - Highly experienced (3 years to less than 4 years)
Semi-Skilled Level - Some experience (2 years to less than 3 years)
Trainee Level (1 year to less than 2 years)
Unskilled Level (Less than 1 year)
No Experience

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What best describes your level of regulatory management experience?

No Experience
Unskilled Level (less than 1 year)
Trainee Level (1 year to less than 2 years)
Semi-skilled Level - Some experience (2 years to less than 3 years)
Skilled Level - Highly experienced (3 years to less than 4 years)
Advanced Skilled Level - Extensive experience (4+ years)

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What is your level of experience with report writing?

No Experience
Unskilled Level (Less than 1 year)
Trainee Level (1 year to less than 2 years)
Semi-Skilled Level - Some experience ( 2 years to less than 3 years)
Skilled Level - Highly experienced (3 years to less than 5 years)
Advanced Skilled Level - Extensive experience (5+ years)

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What best describes your level of experience with Microsoft Office programs?

No Experience
Unskilled or Trainee Level (6 mos to 1 yr)
Skilled Level - Some experience (1-4 yrs)
Highly Skilled Level - Extensive experience (5+ yrs)
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