California Public Utilities Commission

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.. The mission of the Rail Safety Division (RSD) is to diligently strive to inspire safe and reliable rail transportation in California by promoting and enforcing railroad, rail crossing and rail transit safety; and by improving or establishing a positive rail safety culture therein, through our inspection and enforcement efforts and our resolve to look beyond the regulations.. RSD is comprised of the Railroad Operations Safety Branch (ROSB), Rail Crossings and Engineering Branch (RCEB), and Rail Transit Safety Branch (RTSB).. Under direction of a Supervisor Operations & Safety Section, PUC, the incumbent executes the Commission's safety oversight responsibilities of railroads complex investigative and surveillance activities with respect to working on a variety of projects in the field of railroad operating practices within a systems safety framework.. Tasks may include field surveys and investigations, routine or focused inspections of railroad common carriers, research and analysis to evaluate railroad safety policies and existing regulations governing railroad operations, and other work as required.

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Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants. Position Details Job Code #: JC-431212 Position #(s): 680-137-3923-002 Working Title: Operations Inspector / Investigator Classification: ASSOCIATE TRANSPORTATION OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR, PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION $6,726.00 - $8,421.00 # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information Railroad Operations Safety Branch The mission of the Rail Safety Division (RSD) is to diligently strive to inspire safe and reliable rail transportation in California by promoting and enforcing railroad, rail crossing and rail transit safety; and by improving or establishing a positive rail safety culture therein, through our inspection and enforcement efforts and our resolve to look beyond the regulations. RSD strives to enforce state and federal laws, regulations, orders, and directives relating proactively and effectively to transportation of persons or commodities by rail. RSD is comprised of the Railroad Operations Safety Branch (ROSB), Rail Crossings and Engineering Branch (RCEB), and Rail Transit Safety Branch (RTSB). Department Website: http://www.cpuc.ca.gov/ Job Description And Duties Individuals interested in applying for this vacancy must have eligibility. If you are new to state service or need to gain eligibility to this classification, please Click Here to open the examination bulletin and follow the instructions on “How to apply” The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Please be sure to follow all instructions for each process. Virtual interviews via web portals or phone may be offered as deemed appropriate and feasible by the hiring manager – standard in-person interviews will still be offered if conditions permit. Under direction of a Supervisor Operations & Safety Section, PUC, the incumbent executes the Commission's safety oversight responsibilities of railroads complex investigative and surveillance activities with respect to working on a variety of projects in the field of railroad operating practices within a systems safety framework. Tasks may include field surveys and investigations, routine or focused inspections of railroad common carriers, research and analysis to evaluate railroad safety policies and existing regulations governing railroad operations, and other work as required. The incumbent must pass a certification process under the auspices of the Federal Railroad Administration. The incumbent will have an assigned inspection territory and will work predominantly in the field; therefore, for effective and economical time management, the incumbent has a home office in his/her territory. However, he/she will be available for other statewide assignments and/or tasks, as deemed necessary. Incumbent will also work with State, Federal and industry organizations. Incumbent will be required to travel, including overnight stays, and on occasion be required to work unusual hours. This position spends 75% of time working in the field. During field work the incumbent is required to wear personal protective equipment, including safety vest, hard hat where required and approved safety footwear. This position also requires use of written and oral communication skills. Possession of a valid California Driver's license, Class C is required. Climbing up and down locomotive engines stairs is also required while conducting Operations testing with or without the crew being present, ensuring the locomotive operating rules are being adhered to. Click Here to share with the California Public Utilities Commission how you first learned about this position, this will assist us in our recruitment efforts. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Special Requirements Possession of a valid California Driver's license, Class C is required. It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at www.jobs.ca.gov Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position , you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. An official transcript will be required prior to appointment. Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency by the application deadline. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at https://www.naces.org Employment information on the STD 678 State Application MUST be complete with dates, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Resumes, or referring to resumes, will not be accepted in place of the completed STD 678. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD 678 will not be considered. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview. Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Final Filing Date: 5/19/2024 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Public Utilities Commission Attn: Human Resources Division 505 Van Ness Ave, Room 3008 San Francisco , CA 94102 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Public Utilities Commission Human Resources Division 505 Van Ness Ave, Room 3008 San Francisco , CA 94102 Monday thru Friday Except Holidays 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: <ul><li>Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.</li><li>Resume is required and must be included.</li><li>Other - Please submit a Cover Letter of not more than one typewritten page and no smaller than 11-point Arial font, single-spaced which describes how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the position. </li></ul>Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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