Placer County

Project Manager I: This is the entry-level class in the Project Manager series. This class is distinguished from the journey level by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters allocated to the journey level. Since this is an entry-level class, employees may have limited related work experience. Employees work under general supervision while learning job tasks.

Project Manager II: This is the full journey-level class within the Project Manager series. This class is distinguished from Project Manager I by the assignment of the full range of duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the entry level.

This class is distinguished from the Senior Project Manager in that the latter performs the most difficult, complex, high-budget, large-scale, or politically sensitive project management assignments and may exercise direct supervision over lower-level professional, technical, and clerical staff.

Project Manager I

Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: No experience required. 

Training: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business or public administration, facility management, property management, construction management, architecture, civil engineering, project management, communications, land use, urban development, planning, finance, real estate, or a related field.

Required License or Certificate:

• May need to possess a valid driver's license as required by the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.
• When assigned to asbestos management program: 
  • Possession of an Environmental Protection Agency Asbestos Inspector/Manager/ Planner Certification is required.
• When assigned to manage fire life safety systems:
  • Possession of an electronic fire life systems certificate issued by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies within twelve (12) months of employment.
  • Possession of a fire alarm servicing certificate issued by the National Fire Protection Association within twelve (12) months of employment.
  • Possession of life safety system factory certificates or equivalent professional certifications as determined by the department within twelve (12) months of employment.
• Possession of professional certifications as related to area of assignment, as determined by the department. 
• Possession of a project management certificate is desirable. 

Project Manager II

Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: Two (2) years of experience performing duties similar to a Project Manager I with Placer County.

Training: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business or public administration, facility management, property management, construction management, architecture, civil engineering, project management, communications, land use, urban development, planning, finance, real estate, or a related field.

Required License or Certificate:

May need to possess a valid driver's license as required by the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.
• When assigned to asbestos management program:
  • Possession of an Environmental Protection Agency Asbestos Inspector/ Manager/Planner Certification is required.
• When assigned to manage fire life safety systems:
  • Possession of an electronic fire life systems certificate issued by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies.
  • Possession of a fire alarm servicing certificate issued by the National Fire Protection Association.
  • Possession of life safety system factory certificates or equivalent professional certifications as determined by the department.
• Possession of professional certificates as related to area of assignment, as determined by the department. 
• Possession of a project management certificate is desirable. 

Project Manager I

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of project management and contract administration, including project budget management and basic accounting.
• Principles and practices of building design; construction; infrastructure improvement; facility operations; real property acquisition, management, and development; land use; and real estate services, including finance, leasing, and marketing.
• Principles and practices of open space, community, and private development, including land use polices and regulations, zoning, building code, and related procedures.
• Principles and practices of administrative and fiscal analysis, including assessment of work-related space needs.
• Statistical methods and analysis, including the use of statistics in reports.
• Mathematics, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Computer software, including word processing, spreadsheet, data base, and graphics applications.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local policies, procedures, statutes, ordinances, and regulations, including building codes, life safety codes, real estate law, zoning, land development, contract law, environmental law, and procurement as needed for area of assignment.
• Business correspondence and report and presentation preparation.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment and software.

Ability to:

• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; read, analyze, understand, identify, recall, interpret, and explain technical and numerical information, work papers, reports, special projects, rules, laws, and regulations; interpret drawings and plans; observe and problem-solve operational and technical policies and procedures; apply related rules, laws, and regulations; work under time pressure and complete a high volume of tasks with frequent interruptions; manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and quickly switch between tasks; focus on a single task for long periods of time; maintain awareness of safety at all times; observe safety rules and identify safety hazards.
• On a continuous basis, sit at a desk or in meetings for long periods of time; intermittently walk, stand, balance, reach, push, pull, bend, squat, crouch, climb, stoop, kneel, and twist to reach equipment surrounding desk and to perform field work; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; speak, use telephone, write, and use a keyboard to communicate; see, hear, and distinguish between colors and shades of colors with sufficient acuity to perform essential job functions; lift moderate weight.
• Understand and interpret complex rules and procedures.
• Learn policies and procedures of the assigned department and its respective divisions.
• Conduct administrative, fiscal, and space studies.
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor capital improvement, construction, infrastructure improvement, private development, capital park/trail/open space development, or real estate projects.
• Negotiate and administer leases and contract agreements.
• Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.
• Obtain information through interview and interact fairly and courteously with the public.
• Analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine proper course of action. 
• Use a computer, calculator, basic drafting tools, telephone, and other relevant computer programs and office equipment.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Project Manager II

In addition to the qualifications for Project Manager I:

Knowledge of:

• Policies and procedures of the assigned department and its respective divisions.
• County government and services as they relate to the area of assignment.
• Principles and practices of life safety systems, design review, and inspection.
• Principles and practices of contract law and negotiations.
• Principles and practices of land development from entitlement through acceptance of constructed improvements.
• County procurement policies and procedures.

Ability to:

• Independently conduct administrative, fiscal, and other related studies.
• Independently plan, coordinate, and monitor projects and progress for assigned functional area. 
• Independently prepare, negotiate, and administer leases and contract agreements.
• Independently evaluate and compare prospective lease spaces, including cost, location, and amenities.