Lancaster is a diverse community of nearly 170,000, leading the future through science, technology, art, culture, and collaboration. Home to astronauts, rocket scientists, families, and innovative businesses large and small, we are leading the USA with innovation. Combined with spectacular landscapes and clean air, Lancaster has the confidence, expertise, spirit, and imagination to transform tomorrow. The City of Lancaster is: Creating a better tomorrow. Together.
Full Time Employee Benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance:Employees will receive a monthly benefit of up to $1,500 for City provided medical, dental, and vision insurance. Current Insurance Carriers are UHC PPO/HMO, Kaiser HMO, MetLife Dental & Vision.
Employees who enroll in employee-only medical, dental and vision coverage will receive a monthly contribution of $75.00 into a Retiree Health Savings account; employees who opt out of medical, dental and vision coverage under the City’s health plans will receive a monthly contribution of $175.00 into a Retiree Health Savings account.
Retiree Health Savings Plan (RHS):The City will contribute $175 per month into a Retiree Health Savings Plan. There is a five year vesting period for benefits under the Retiree Health Savings Plan.
Short Term Disability Insurance:The City participates in the CA State Disability insurance (SDI) Program that is employee paid and a supplemental short-term disability plan that is City paid. Coverage is 70% of base pay.
Long Term Disability Insurance: The City pays 100% of the premium. Coverage is 60% of base pay.
Life Insurance: The City pays 100% of the premium. Coverage is $100,000 or 1x annual salary up to $225,000 max, whichever is greater.
Voluntary Product Offerings: Accident & Critical Illness Insurance; Additional Life Insurance; Flexible Spending Account(s). These offerings are employee paid.
CalPERS Long Term Care Program: The City pays up to $90 per month of the premium.
Closing Date: Friday, June 28th, 2024 at 9:00 PM [PST]
Position: Senior Engineer
Department: Public Works - City Engineering
Annual Salary: $134,668.56 - $171,875.04
FLSA: Exempt
EEO Category: (2) Professionals
General Summary: Under limited supervision, coordinates and performs all phases of difficult engineering work related to the design, construction and maintenance of City Project or systems. Provide technical oversight of consultants or local agency staff performing engineering work related to the development of City projects.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Coordinates the construction of public works projects with various divisions/departments of the City, developers, other governmental agencies and consulting engineering firms
Represents the Engineering department at Planning Commission, public hearings, meetings, and other meetings of City commissions, boards and committees to explain program plans and solicit input
Makes decisions and handles difficult technical and administrative problems in connection with directing the work of engineers and others; plans, assigns, and reviews work; gives instructions and assistance
Provides technical oversight of contractors performing engineering work under contract with the City; manages engineering contracts between the City and private engineering firms.
Oversees and participates in the development of assigned Division’s annual budget including participating in the forecast of revenues and necessary funds for staffing, materials, services and supplies
Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, priorities, work products, and work methods for assigned area of responsibility
Provides supervision, advice, guidance, training, and technical direction to other staff with regard to engineering issues, workload, and internal reporting relationships
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering or closely related field
Five (5) years of experience in professional engineering work
Professional Civil Engineering License
Core Competencies:
Problem Solving – Analytically and logically evaluating information
Learning Agility – Seeking learning opportunities and applying the lessons to work
Handling Stress – Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
Professional Integrity & Ethics – Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
Safety Focus – Showing Vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
Customer Focus – Attending to the Needs and expectations of customers
Informing – Proactively obtaining and sharing information
Teamwork – Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
Valuing Diversity – Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace
Allocating Resources – Prioritizing the use of fiscal and material resources to maximize organizational effectiveness
Guiding Principles
Put people first.
Be visionary.
Be an ambassador for Lancaster.
Be Fiscally Responsible.
Be Creative.
Always Improving.
Be Adaptable and Resilient.
Essential Physical Requirements:
Ascend/Descend stairs/ladders/balance (moderate)
Position self to bend or twist (frequent)
To move, transport, position items up to 15 lbs. (frequent)
Exposed to outdoor weather conditions (infrequent)
Operate Equipment (none)
Stationary or squatting position (frequent)
Environmental Factors:
Work under time pressure (moderate to frequent)
Interruptions (frequent)
Essential Cognitive Functions:
Analyze (continuous)
Computations (frequent)
Generate Written Work Product (moderate)
Independent Problem Solving (continuous)
Interruptions (frequent)
Maintain Positive Public Relations (continuous)
Organize (frequent)
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time;
The City of Lancaster will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the City of Lancaster is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting www.dfeh.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/ .
The City of Lancaster is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Jun 18, 2024
Full Time
Closing Date: Friday, June 28th, 2024 at 9:00 PM [PST]
Position: Senior Engineer
Department: Public Works - City Engineering
Annual Salary: $134,668.56 - $171,875.04
FLSA: Exempt
EEO Category: (2) Professionals
General Summary: Under limited supervision, coordinates and performs all phases of difficult engineering work related to the design, construction and maintenance of City Project or systems. Provide technical oversight of consultants or local agency staff performing engineering work related to the development of City projects.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Coordinates the construction of public works projects with various divisions/departments of the City, developers, other governmental agencies and consulting engineering firms
Represents the Engineering department at Planning Commission, public hearings, meetings, and other meetings of City commissions, boards and committees to explain program plans and solicit input
Makes decisions and handles difficult technical and administrative problems in connection with directing the work of engineers and others; plans, assigns, and reviews work; gives instructions and assistance
Provides technical oversight of contractors performing engineering work under contract with the City; manages engineering contracts between the City and private engineering firms.
Oversees and participates in the development of assigned Division’s annual budget including participating in the forecast of revenues and necessary funds for staffing, materials, services and supplies
Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, priorities, work products, and work methods for assigned area of responsibility
Provides supervision, advice, guidance, training, and technical direction to other staff with regard to engineering issues, workload, and internal reporting relationships
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering or closely related field
Five (5) years of experience in professional engineering work
Professional Civil Engineering License
Core Competencies:
Problem Solving – Analytically and logically evaluating information
Learning Agility – Seeking learning opportunities and applying the lessons to work
Handling Stress – Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
Professional Integrity & Ethics – Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
Safety Focus – Showing Vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
Customer Focus – Attending to the Needs and expectations of customers
Informing – Proactively obtaining and sharing information
Teamwork – Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
Valuing Diversity – Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace
Allocating Resources – Prioritizing the use of fiscal and material resources to maximize organizational effectiveness
Guiding Principles
Put people first.
Be visionary.
Be an ambassador for Lancaster.
Be Fiscally Responsible.
Be Creative.
Always Improving.
Be Adaptable and Resilient.
Essential Physical Requirements:
Ascend/Descend stairs/ladders/balance (moderate)
Position self to bend or twist (frequent)
To move, transport, position items up to 15 lbs. (frequent)
Exposed to outdoor weather conditions (infrequent)
Operate Equipment (none)
Stationary or squatting position (frequent)
Environmental Factors:
Work under time pressure (moderate to frequent)
Interruptions (frequent)
Essential Cognitive Functions:
Analyze (continuous)
Computations (frequent)
Generate Written Work Product (moderate)
Independent Problem Solving (continuous)
Interruptions (frequent)
Maintain Positive Public Relations (continuous)
Organize (frequent)
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time;
The City of Lancaster will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the City of Lancaster is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting www.dfeh.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/ .
The City of Lancaster is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
