JOB
The City of Lodi, Electric Utility Department, has entered an exciting era within the electric utility industry. We are seeking a motivated individual to help drive continuous improvement across our GIS Utility Network, OMS system, data historian, work order, and management processes. This role encourages creativity and ongoing system and software optimization to deliver an exceptional experience to our internal customers.
The City of Lodi is home to 68,000 residents, ideally located adjacent to Highway 99 and I-5, 34 miles south of Sacramento, 10 miles north of Stockton and 90 miles east of San Francisco. The City of Lodi is a community surrounded by lush parks, wineries, museums, a lake and open space.
Benefits include: CalPERS Retirement, Deferred Compensation - Three percent (3%) Match, Medical/Dental/Vision/Chiropractic, 9/80 Work Schedule, and more...
All applications and supplemental questions must be completed fully and submitted on an official City of Lodi application form. Applications will be accepted and processed until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. This recruitment may close without further notice; interested candidates should apply as soon as possible.
Job descriptions are intended to present a broad and general range of duties which includes, purpose, responsibilities, and scope of work. Job descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION Under minimal supervision, performs specialized business process and technology support utilizing Electric Utility’s various enterprise and other integrated technology solutions in the area of design, configuration, operation, maintenance and accessibility for all internal and external EU groups and customers.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED Receives general supervision from higher-level personnel. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Designs and configures various enterprise technology solutions to support business units including, but not limited to: ESRI’s geographic information systems (GIS), outage management systems (OMS), PI or similar data historians and AMR/AMI meter data systems;
Performs a variety of advanced, complex, technical duties (attributes, spatial location, database structure and connectivity) related to the development and creation of digitized maps through a geographic information system (GIS) using ESRI ArcGIS Pro, interpret and reconcile technical engineering drawings (as-builts, schematics, dimensioning) to create the final legal as-built for EU;
Performs quality checks on attributes, spatial location, database structure and connectivity or data received from construction crews;
Creation and maintenance of connected network schematic generation in ESRI’s ArcGIS Pro Utility Network;
Create and update metadata and catalog GIS layers, including documenting work flow procedures for staff using GIS, both in the office and in the field;
Support enterprise GIS data modeling and data capture initiatives as well as software functionality review using Microsoft Windows, iOS, and other operating systems and software;
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of ESRI ArcGIS 10.0 or higher, ArcPro, ArcGIS Online, Survey123, Collector, Field Maps, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office software applications;
Buildout and expansion of PI data historian, or similar historian, with SCADA data as well as integration of data historian with GIS and other applications;
Executes QA/QC on all enterprise technologies used by multiple business groups;
Analyzes the need for modification and enhancement to existing enterprise applications by evaluating effectiveness of current technology;
Provides continuous improvement to existing and new technologies from prior experience and by attending tradeshows and conferences;
Understanding or willingness to learn and utilize existing and new technologies and equipment to create applications for internal and external customers;
Creates documentation and procedures based on existing and new workflows;
Establishes training needs and develops training materials conductors classroom and on-the-job training;
Collaborates with multiple third-party vendors and consultants to enhance existing technologies and implement new or future features;
Performs other duties related to the operation of the department and the city, including additional duties that enable the department and City to meet the diverse needs of its community.
Knowledge of:
Enterprise application systems design, configuration, and functionality;
Techniques and practices for resolving technical issues;
Concepts of data modeling, scripting, report design, data maintenance and retrieval;
Modern office methods including the operation of personal computers and standard office equipment; computer software, programs and applications related to word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and scheduling software;
Research techniques, methods and procedures;
Methods and techniques for training staff;
Standard office practices and procedures. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Interested applicants must submit an online application at www.lodi.gov. No paper applications will be accepted. For technical difficulties with your online application, please call the Neogov helpline at 855-524-5627.
Persons with hearing impairment, please call the California Relay Service 7-1-1.
Evaluation of Qualifications: Application materials and resumes will be screened to determine if applicants are considered to be among the most qualified as outlined on the job announcement. Only applicants who are among the most qualified will be invited to participate in the testing process. Resumes may not be substituted for a completed application.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - The City of Lodi is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of fair employment practices regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex or sexual orientation, marital status, age, mental or physical disability or perceived disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation or belief, or other unlawful discrimination.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY ACT - In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the City of Lodi provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations must contact the Human Resources Division upon application submittal to confirm the request.
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INFORMATION - City of Lodi is authorized and required by the state of California to access Local, State, and/or Federal criminal history as part of the testing process. This process can be completed by initial fingerprinting and/or a full Background investigation pursuant to Penal Code §11105(b)(10), §11105.3, §13300(b)(10); Education Code §10911.5; Public Resources Code §5164) and in compliance with the City of Lodi's Fingerprinting Policy and Procedure. As a future employee or volunteer, you are required to be fingerprinted and processed through the Department of Justice and cleared before you can start. All information obtained will be kept in strict confidentiality.
HIRING PROCEDURE - Applicants must possess the minimum qualifications by the final filing date. Eligible lists are established upon successful completion of the selection process. The candidates must be successful in each part of the testing. To fill each vacancy the hiring department will request names to be certified from the eligible list and will make a selection from this certification list.
CONDITIONAL JOB OFFERS - Conditional job offers are subject to successful completion of a medical drug screen and/or physical. Candidates should not quit or give notice to their current employer until final notification has been awarded by the Human Resources Division.
MEDICAL-DRUG SCREENING – All positions may be subject to a physical or drug screen issued by a qualified medical physician assigned by the Human Resources Division. Under the requirements of the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the City of Lodi has been designated as a drug-free workplace.
APPOINTMENT - At the time of appointment all candidates will be required to execute an oath of allegiance and complete Form I-9 - Employment Eligibility Verification in compliance with the Immigration and Naturalization Act. United States citizenship is not required. All new appointees are required to successfully complete a probationary period of twelve months.
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
SALARY - The starting salary is the first rate shown on the job announcement. Advancement to the higher steps of the salary range is based upon merit in accordance with the Salary Ordinance and Rules for Personnel Administration. Eligibility for the first merit increase is effective after 12 months and for additional merit increases after one year intervals until the employee has reached the maximum step.
HOLIDAY, VACATION, SICK, AND ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE - Holiday - An average of 13 paid holidays per year. Vacation - 2 weeks paid vacation annually, increasing with length of service depending upon the appropriate labor agreement. Sick Leave - 10 days per year depending upon the appropriate labor agreement. Administrative Leave - Management/Mid-Management positions receive 80 hours per fiscal year, and specified professional/technical positions receive 40 hours per fiscal year (Pro-Rated).
HEALTH INSURANCE - Medical, Dental and Vision plans are available for employee and dependents. A portion of the premiums may be the employee's responsibility.
LIFE INSURANCE AND LONG TERM DISABILITY - The City pays the full premium for employee and dependent life insurance, and offers a long-term disability plan that provides up to approximately 2/3 of an employee's salary.
RETIREMENT AND DEFERRED COMPENSATION - The City of Lodi is a member of the Public Employees' Retirement System (P.E.R.S.). Lodi is not a member of the Social Security System except for the required medical contribution. Employees may participate in a 457 Deferred Compensation program.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT - Employees may participate in a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This bulletin does not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions or job duties contained in this bulletin may include modifications pending labor agreements and/or council approval.
