Automotive Fleet Supervisor - Promotional

Position Information

This recruitment is promotional only. You must presently be a full or part-time regular or probationary County of Sonoma, Community Development Commission, Sonoma County Fairgrounds, or Sonoma County Water Agency employee in order to apply for this position. The Sonoma Public Infrastructure (SPI) Department has requested a department promotional certification to fill an Automotive Fleet Supervisor position. Only qualified permanent and/or probationary SPI employees on the eligible list may be eligible for referral to the department for the advertised position . This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time or part-time positions as they occur during the active status of the list.
In SPI, the Automotive Fleet Supervisor is responsible for supervising and coordinating activities of automotive staff and serving as the primary customer service contact for County departments and other agencies. Approximately 70% of duties are spent working independently performing supervisory duties and approximately 30% of duties are spent collaborating with other mechanics, technicians, and leads. This position is responsible for supervising seven employees, including one Motor Pool Attendant, one Lead Technician, and five Automotive Technicians.

Responsibilities of this position include:

• Supervising automotive staff and interns; coordinating with vendors for out-sourced work, managing warranty repairs, and manufacturer recalls
• Using a computer to open, review, and close work orders, track technician work assignments, schedule and adjust workload, and generate required reports
• Serving as the primary customer contact for vehicle repairs and performs the most complex repairs/diagnoses
• Participating in recruitment actions, assessing individual training needs, and administering performance evaluations of automotive staff
• Overseeing shop safety and Hazmat programs
• Coordinating new vehicle setup, installation of specialized equipment, and reviewing vehicle and special equipment specifications for technical requirements
• Overseeing Motor Pool vehicle check-in, fuel station, and automated carwash maintenance and repairs
• Coordinating parts delivery; planning for seasonal or periodic parts needs
• Monitoring quality of work and customer service inquiries and requests
• Coordinating auction of vehicles

The ideal candidate for this position will be a detail-oriented, self-motivated individual and possess:

• Five years of working experience as an automotive technician, including one year as a lead
• Knowledge of the principles of supervision, staff development, and training
• The ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinate employees
• Strong mentoring and coaching skills to assist the professional growth of staff
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good customer service skills and the ability to interact with a diverse customer base
• The ability to foster professional working relationship and team building

Application submissions require the Supplemental Questionnaire be completed.


Minimum Qualifications

Experience & Education: Any combination of experience, education, and training which would likely provide the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, this would include coursework or training, in automotive maintenance and repairs and in the principles of personnel management or supervision, and five years of experience as an automotive technician/mechanic, including one year of lead-level experience.

License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential functions of the position. The position advertised on this announcement requires possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Certifications & Licenses: The National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master Automotive Technician certification and a current Smog Check Technician license(s) as required by the State of California Bureau of Automotive Repair to test and repair emission control systems are required. Once obtained, this license must be maintained as a condition of employment in this classification.

Class "A" Lamp Adjuster license and Class "C" Brake Adjuster licenses are highly desirable.

Special Requirement: Possession of small and large hand tools necessary to perform all assigned work is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of: methods, tools, testing instruments, parts, and equipment used in the major repair, replacement, installation, and overhaul of vehicles, including emergency vehicles; safety; diagnosis and preventive maintenance inspection methods and techniques; techniques and methods of repairing, replacing, installing, and overhauling of vehicles, and related component parts, including gasoline, electric, and alternate fuel engines, carburetors, electrical systems, fuel injection systems, transmissions, and differentials; the theory, care, and operation of gasoline, electric, and alternate fuel powered internal combustion engines and mechanical components for the maintenance and repair of vehicles.

Knowledge of: the principles of supervision, staff development, and training.

Ability to: plan and supervise the work of subordinate employees; plan, schedule, and coordinate workflow for the facility; determine the most effective method of performing a job and choice of internal and external resources; develop and maintain effective working relationships with County officials, employees, dealer representatives, and staff from other agencies; diagnose mechanical, electrical, and safety problems on vehicles; determine appropriate maintenance and repairs; use automotive diagnostic equipment; interpret manufacturers' specifications; provide assistance and training to subordinate staff; follow and provide specifications to customers, vendors, and subordinate staff; keep complex records; use computer to perform a variety of functions including; to open, review, and close work orders, track work assignments, schedule and adjust workload, and generate required reports.

Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying

• Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process.
• You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions.
• You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately.
• Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification.

Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process.

Application submissions require the Supplemental Questionnaire be completed.

Responses to supplemental questions maybe scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state, "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored.

The selection procedure will consist of the following examination:

An Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's application and supplemental questionnaire for satisfaction of minimum qualifications (pass/not pass); and for educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position. Each applicant will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Relevance of work history, related experience, and achieved level of education and/or training as described in the application and responses to the supplemental questions.

Candidates demonstrating possession of the minimum qualifications will be placed on an employment list in order of most qualified to least qualified based on the achieved score received in the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination which evaluates the education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other qualifications that you demonstrate in your application and/or response to the supplemental questionnaire. Please be aware that resumes and cover letters are not typically evaluated in the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination. Scores may be adjusted based on such factors as the number of candidates, anticipated vacancies, past practice, and natural breaks in the scores achieved by this group of candidates.

Additional Information

A background investigation may be required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants.

Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be received by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted.

The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.

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IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions.

COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: GENERAL*

These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers:

Paid Time Off :Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment.

Health Plan : Choose from nine health plans (three HMOs, three deductible HMOs, and three HSA-qualifying plans) with a generousCounty contribution to the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit). For more information, please see the appropriate MOU.

Retirement :Fully integrated with Social Security.For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired .

IRS 457 Plan : Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.

Retiree Medical :County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits.

Student Loan Debt Relief :County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education.

Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more.

For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331.Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/employee-relations/labor-agreements-and-salary-resolution . For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources or, contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonoma-county.org or (707) 565-2900.

*IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.

Closing Date/Time: 7/7/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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