Project Specialist, Improvement

THE POSITION

The Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) is currently recruiting to fill one (1) vacancy for the position of Project Specialist, Improvement in the Property Management Division of the Logistics Department. This recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and establish an eligibility list for future vacancies. 

CLASS SUMMARY:

Incumbents are responsible for performing professional level work in supervising maintenance and construction projects. 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

The Project Specialist, Improvement is the first level in a two level facilities construction series. The Project Specialist, Improvement is distinguished from the Construction Manager, which has supervisory authority and manages construction contracts. 

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

• Last Day to Apply: Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 11:59 pm 
• Oral Interview: Week of June 29, 2026
• Stat Date: TBD 

Please note that the schedule of events listed above is subject to change based on Authority needs. 

To view the full Classification Specification including the essential function, knowledge, and skills, please use the link provided below.

Project Specialist, Improvement

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. 

EDUCATION (position requirements at entry):

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related field  

EXPERIENCE (position requirements at entry):

• Two (2) years experience in planning and managing projects 

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS (position requirements at entry):

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License is required at time of appointment.  

This classification is subject to enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice Program, which periodically provides Risk Management with the incumbent's Driver License record and status. 

HIGHLY DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• California General Contractors License 
• Able to work efficiently with minimal direction 
• Understanding of scheduling and determining timelines 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, walking, driving, fingering, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. 

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work. 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Incumbents may be subjected to dusts, extreme temperatures, intense noises, and travel. 

NOTE: The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department.

PRE-HIRE REQUIREMENTS

Before an employee is hired, he/she must successfully complete pre-employment requirements including, but not limited to: fingerprinting and background check, reference check, DMV check, licensure/certification check, Oath of allegiance to the United States of America and the State of California, and proof of eligibility to work in the United States in accordance with Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment medical exam including a drug screen through the OCFA's designated physician.

HOW TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION

When the recruitment opens for this position, an applicant must submit, during the application filing period, an online application and attach any supplemental information as required in the job announcement which may include submitting responses to a supplemental questionnaire. Online resumes and other unsolicited materials may be attached but will not be considered in lieu of the required online application, unless otherwise specified in the job announcement. The OCFA reserves the right to limit the number of online applications when necessary. Applicants are responsible for maintaining/updating their contact information through the online application system.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

INITIAL SELECTION REVIEW

Human Resources reviews all initial application materials to identify qualified applicants. Applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be invited to the first phase of the recruitment process. The OCFA reserves the right to refer only the better qualified applicants if the number of applicants is high. If the number of applicants is high, the review process may include a secondary screening (by a panel of job knowledge experts) of the applications and/or supplemental questionnaires in which the better qualified applicants are referred to the next phase of the recruitment process. Because recruitment processes vary, applicants are advised to thoroughly review the job announcement before submitting their online application materials.

TESTING

Testing for this position or any other position may include, but is not limited to the following: written exam, practical exam, panel interview, physical ability test, assessment center, oral presentation, project assignment, etc. If a revision is made to a testing component during a recruitment process, the assigned recruiter will notify by email all affected applicants.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) ACCOMMODATION: 

In accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, anyone who needs an ADA accommodation for the purposes of employment testing should contact Duke Steppe, Human Resources Manager at (714) 573 – 6807 or at dukesteppe.ocfa.org at least 72 hours prior to any portion of the examination process.  

RECRUITMENT/SELECTION PROCESS AND REQUIREMENTS: 

All recruitment/selection process and requirements will be held in accordance with the OCFA's Selection Rules, which are available for inspection in the Human Resources Department.  

ELIGIBLE LIST: 

The duration of the Eligible List for this recruitment is one (1) year, unless extended or abolished by the Human Resources Director prior to the expiration.  

WITHDRAWING FROM RECRUITMENT PROCESS: 

If an applicant chooses to withdraw from this recruitment process, he/she is required to submit an email notification to Duke Steppe, Human Resources Manager at dukesteppe.ocfa.org requesting a withdrawal from the process. The email to the recruiter must include the applicant's current phone number.  

QUESTIONS:

All questions regarding this position should be directed to Duke Steppe, Human Resources Manager at (714) 573 – 6807 or at dukesteppe.ocfa.org.  

NOTE:

Salary : $94,141 - $126,901