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City of Stockton, CA FLEET MANAGER in City of Stockton, California
FLEET MANAGER
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FLEET MANAGER
Salary
$8,035.70 - $10,317.20 Monthly
Location
City of Stockton, CA
Job Type
Full-Time (Regular)
Job Number
0424-06820
Department
Public Works
Opening Date
04/14/2024
Closing Date
5/9/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
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DEFINITION
MANAGEMENT OPPORTUNITY
MONTHLY SALARY RANGE:
$8,035.70 - $8,448.22 - $8,880.40 - $9,336.40 - $9,814.86 - $10,317.20
ANNUAL SALARY RANGE:
$96,428.40 - $101,378.64 - $106,564.80 - $112,036.80 - $117,778.32 - $123,806.40
FUTURE SALARY INCREASES:
Effective July 1, 2024, 3% Cost of Living Adjustment
Effective July 1, 2025, 3% Cost of Living Adjustment
INCENTIVE FOR NEW EMPLOYEES:
Sign on Bonus - $2,000
40 hours of sick leave for immediate use
FUTURE INCENTIVES:
Employees employed as of July 1, 2024, will receive a $2,000 lump sum.
Employees employed as of July 1, 2025, will receive a $2,000 lump sum.
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
TENTATIVE INTERVIEW DATE: TBD
The City of Stockton is recruiting for the role of Fleet Manager. This position will oversee a fleet of 1000+/- vehicles and equipment and 31 direct reports. It is a very rewarding position that will offer the successful candidate the opportunity to grow, and effect change within the Fleet Section of the Public Works Department.
The ideal candidate will have extensive technical knowledge and experience, and demonstrate a work history that reflects strong leadership skills and sound judgment in evaluating and monitoring the professional and technical aspects of operating and maintaining a large fleet. The ideal candidate will also be able to effectively and efficiently communicate issues/situations to others while promoting a standard of excellence throughout the operation.
The Fleet Manager will work a City of Stockton 9/80 schedule: 6:00am to 3:30pm Mondays through Thursdays; 6:00am to 2:30 Fridays, with alternating Fridays off. May be required to work additional hours and/or weekends as needed.
Incumbents in this position are excluded from the Civil Service system and are in a "for-cause" employment status represented by the Mid-Management/Supervisory bargaining unit. Only those applicants who best fit the needs of the City will be referred to the hiring department. Applicants who fail to fully complete the on-line application/supplemental questionnaire are subject to rejection.
Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to submit to and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting.
Under direction, plans, organizes, and directs, through subordinate supervisors, the activities of the Fleet Section; performs related work as assigned.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This class is responsible for the administration of the Citywide vehicle and equipment maintenance program within general policy guidelines. The incumbent is responsible for formulating policy, developing goals and objectives, managing staff, providing leadership, administering the Internal Service Fund (ISF) budget, and directing day-to-day activities. This class is distinguished from Deputy Public Works Director/Operations and Maintenance, which is responsible for the administration of several assigned programs.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only)
Directs the operation of the City's Fleet Section which is responsible for maintenance of the City fleet and equipment.
Plans, organizes, coordinates, administers and directs the work of personnel engaged in the maintenance and repair of City fleet and equipment; develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the Section.
Develops and implements management systems, procedures, and standards for program evaluation; prepares or directs the preparation of a variety of studies and reports related to current and long-range City needs, and develops specific proposals to meet them.
Directs maintenance and repair activities, including planning, estimating, scheduling, inspection, and monitoring work being performed.
Directs the preparation and administration of the annual budget for the Fleet ISF to include developing and implementing systems, policies, and procedures for charge backs to City Departments to recover fleet operation and replacement costs.
Analyzes and develops fleet quality control strategies and management programs to establish continuous fleet management improvement opportunities, standard maintenance and repair methods and time elements, predictive maintenance, life-cycle costing, and vehicle repair/replacement models.
Provides analytical services and develops fleet management programs to enhance fleet performance and capabilities.
Provides leadership and works with staff to develop and maintain a high-performance, customer service-oriented work environment.
Directs the selection, supervision, work evaluation, and discipline of staff and provides for their training and development; interprets City personnel and MOU provisions; directly supervises staff as required.
Prepares or reviews reports for the City Manager, boards, commissions and other organizations.
Works closely with public and private organizations or individuals to explain or coordinate proposed programs; responds to complaints or inquiries by phone or in person.
Coordinates the work of the Fleet Section with other City divisions and departments, outside vendors or concerned groups.
Ensures compliance of Fleet Section activities to pertinent codes, regulations and guidelines.
Monitors developments related to equipment maintenance, evaluates their impact and implements policy and procedure improvements; provides technical assistance to staff.
Prepares and maintains a wide variety of written records and correspondence.
Integrates new program activities into maintenance schedules.
Prepares specifications and makes recommendations on the purchase, sale and disposal of new and used vehicles and equipment.
Plans and implements an on-going safety program.
Authorizes and approves work contracted to outside vendors; determines the necessity for contracting out major repairs; directs and approves purchasing activities.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration or closely related field and four (4) years of management or supervisory experience in the area of fleet management, fleet acquisition, or vehicle and equipment maintenance. Responsible fleet management, fleet acquisition, or vehicle and equipment maintenance experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years.
Other Requirements:
Must possess a valid California driver's license.
Certification by the American Public Works Association (APWA) as a Certified Public Fleet Professional (CPFP) is desirable.
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair as related to a large and varied fleet maintenance program;
Administrative principles and methods, including goal setting, program development and implementation, and employee supervision;
Principles and practices of budget development and administration, long term forecasting and cost analysis;
Basic principles of accounting;
Theories, principles, techniques and equipment used in vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair;
Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, and team building;
Safety regulations, safe work practices and safety equipment related to the work;
Codes, ordinances and guidelines pertaining to the work;
Modern computer applications for fleet and fuel management operations;
Computer applications related to the work; and
Use of alternative fuels.
Skill in:
Planning, assigning, directing, and coordinating a variety of functional specialties with overlapping work areas;
Managing and directing a large vehicle and equipment program;
Selecting, motivating, evaluating staff, and providing for their training and development;
Preparing, administering and monitoring the fleet budget;
Analyzing complex operational and administrative problems, evaluating alternatives and recommending or implementing effective courses of action;
Developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and management controls;
Preparing clear and concise records, reports, correspondence and other written materials;
Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing;
Understanding complex financial reports;
Exercising independent judgment within general policy guidelines; and
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
Physical/Mental Abilities:
Mobility – Constant sitting for long periods of time while operating a keyboard; frequent walking, occasional bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, and twisting;
Lifting – Occasional lifting and carrying of 25 pounds or less;
Vision – Constant use of overall visual capabilities, ability to read fine and normal size print, detect color, ability to read and see PC screens, and ability to read and produce printed material;
Dexterity – Frequent typing, grasping, repetitive motion, and occasional pushing, pulling, and reaching;
Hearing/Talking – Ability to detect specific noises and proper equipment operation, constant hearing and talking of normal speech in person and on the telephone;
Special Requirements – May require occasional weekend, night or evening work, may require frequent driving;
Emotional/Psychological - Constant concentration, decision making and public contact; ability to exercise sound judgment, especially under stressful situations; and ability to work alone;
Environmental Conditions - Occasional exposure to noise, outdoor conditions, occasional to moderate risk of exposure to hazardous materials, exposure to indoor cold/heat; walking around equipment and machinery; and
Working Conditions - Primarily performed in an office environment which is primarily quiet.
This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirement of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.
The Process:
Applicants who qualify in terms of relevant work experience and education, that best fit the needs of the City, will be invited to participate in a selection interview.
ALL APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE COMPLETED FULLY AND SUBMITTED ON AN OFFICIAL CITY OF STOCKTON APPLICATION FORM. (DO NOT STATE "REFER TO RESUME" ON YOUR APPLICATION OR SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE.) INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTALS WILL BE REJECTED AND CANNOT BE REVISED AFTER SUBMITTAL ON OR BEFORE THE FINAL FILING DATE. POSTMARKS, FACSIMILES, AND PHOTOCOPIES OF THE CITY'S EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. RESUMES ARE WELCOMED BUT SHOULD BE SUBMITTED AS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ONLY.
The information in this announcement concerning the terms and conditions of employment does not constitute either an express or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change.
NOTE:
After on-line submittal, immediate notification will appear on your screen indicating your application has been received.
Notification and correspondence will be sent via email only. No paper notices will be mailed to applicants. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure a correct email address is provided and that correspondence is being received.
NeoGov.com: You will receive correspondence vial the email address you place on your application. Some email accounts have been known to place these emails in the spam/junk file. Please check your email folders or accept emails ending with neogov.com.
In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all City of Stockton employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.
The City of Stockton requires employees in this position to reasonably respond to emergencies at all times. Employees will be required to maintain primary residence within 45 minutes of City Hall in order to timely respond to emergencies and meet the health, safety and welfare needs of the City. New employees have up to three (3) months from date of hire to comply with the requirement. Any interested candidates must be willing to adhere to this requirement throughout the duration of employment.
This position is Exempt from FLSA (Fair Labor and Standards Act) and does not qualify for overtime compensation and is subject to Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) annual filing requirements. Please see the FCCP website, www.fccp.ca.gov , for more information.