BAR Smog Check Associate Referee Locations: The Smog Check Referee Program is recruiting for open Referee positions throughout California, including locations in Whittier, Greater Los Angeles, San Jose, Riverside, Santa Barbara, Woodland Hills, LA, Oxnard, San Bruno and more. Priority Work Locations: San Jose/Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego The Foundation for California Community Colleges is on a mission to double its impact in the next 10 years. We are a group of relentless optimists and innovators in education, working collaboratively with public and private partners to help improve the student experience and expand pathways to economic and social mobility in communities across California. We are seeking a Smog Check Associate Referee to join the Foundation in its mission of benefitting, supporting, and enhancing the California Community Colleges—the largest and most diverse system of higher education in the nation. What You’ll Do The Associate Referee position was created to give additional training and experience in the Referee Program to those that may not yet fully qualify for the full Referee position. The Associate Referee trains under an experienced Referee and Manager and provides specialized Smog Check and other services to California community members. Associate Referees perform functions and services as directed by the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR), services that industry is not authorized to perform. This position requires practical experience and knowledge in emissions testing, diagnosis, and repair. Additionally, it requires someone with the ability to discuss all things smog check, smog check failure, and diagnosis accurately and confidently with consumers, students, BAR staff, and industry. Within one year of hire the Associate Referee must be able to effectively perform all aspects of the position while remaining calm and composed and be a professional Subject Matter Expert even in the most difficult, high-pressure situations. What you bring Performs inspections and testing of consumer vehicles for smog certification, verifies compliance of smog check laws and regulations, performs other inspections and tests as needed, and disseminates test results and information to vehicle owners, other staff, and program management as required. Responds to technical queries from consumers, industry, BAR, and other program stakeholders. Promotes the mission of the Foundation through the BAR Smog Check Referee Program and maintains a strong understanding of all policies, practices, and procedures regarding the program. Maintains Referee site (and remote) workspace and equipment. Maintains and promotes a safe and incident free work environment, provides safety information to staff, consumers, and students, and quickly responds to safety concerns. Maintains communication with Region Manager and other BAR referee sites by establishing and maintaining rapport with program employees, attending meetings, and preparing/distributing relevant information and necessary reports. Submits recurring and other reports to Region Manager outlining any complaints received and the resolution of each complaint. Leads/directs the training, development, performance appraisal and work assignments of BAR Referee site Student Technicians and other program staff. Attributes for Success Minimum of three (3) + years of progressive experience in vehicle smog inspections, diagnostics, and repairs. BAR: EO Inspection and Repair EI licenses (If EI incomplete, must be valid and current within 1 year of hire) ASE: A6, A8, and L1 Certifications (If incomplete, all must be valid and current within 1 year of hire) CA Driver’s License. ASE Master Technician Certification a plus. Associates degree in Automotive Technology a plus. Passionate about providing students with stronger pathways to education and building a more just and equitable California overall. A self-starter and quick learner who is highly motivated and outcome-oriented, always seeking innovative approaches to project execution. A commitment to continuous improvement and professional development. A strategic and creative thinker who can problem-solve, working within and across teams to swiftly respond to needs identified across the California Community Colleges. Practices ownership, takes accountability, and able manage own work, prioritize tasks, and deliver quality products on time with limited supervision. Ability to work on a fast-paced team and build and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Knowledge of, or willingness to learn about, the California Community College system and the Foundation’s mission. What we Offer You’ll join a group of mission-driven, passionate, equity-minded individuals with a strong desire to impact and change lives for the better through education. As the official nonprofit auxiliary to the Chancellor's Office, we aim to ensure our team reflects the diversity of the California Community Colleges and the 2.1 million students, campuses, and communities it serves. Individuals are hired for their deep understanding of each population’s unique needs and will join a collaborative environment where each team member plays an important role in helping Californians across all communities improve their social and economic mobility and build a better future for themselves and their families. We operate from an office located in downtown Sacramento’s thriving R Street corridor. Our benefits include the CalPERS defined benefit retirement plan, generous medical, dental, and vision, tuition reimbursement, and more. We take a strategic and comprehensive approach to investing in our people, fostering an environment for employee growth, and providing diverse opportunities for continued learning, professional development, and advancement. To see the full job description and to apply, please go to our Careers page at https://foundationccc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/fccc-careers Budgeted Hourly Pay Range: $24.04 - $31.25 Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity. The Foundation for California Community Colleges is the official nonprofit partner to the California Community Colleges, the largest and most diverse system of higher education in the nation. Our work reaches all 116 California Community Colleges across 73 districts and is designed to help improve the student experience and expand pathways to economic and social mobility across California. More specifically, we exist to benefit: Students: We believe in ensuring students from all backgrounds succeed in reaching their goals and improving their lives and their communities; Community Colleges: We believe in lifting up the California Community College system as the greatest gateway to a better future; and Communities: We believe in the power of community colleges to help their communities thrive. Our projects and services seek to be at the forefront of innovation and excellence in higher education across five areas of impact: student success, workforce development, equity, community impact, and system support. To date, we’ve delivered hundreds of millions in grants, support, and cost savings to colleges and students to make this possible, with 85 cents of every dollar raised directly allocated to programs and services. We’re proud of our role in helping Californians build a better future for themselves and their families, but we know there’s more to be done. Join us. Learn more about working at the Foundation > Read the Foundation's Double Impact Strategic Plan > Location The Foundation’s main headquarters are based in Sacramento, California, though we offer remote opportunities throughout the entire state. We aim to hire a workforce reflective of the California communities we serve.

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