Position Information
Grow your technical experience with the County of Sonoma!Starting salary up to $63.02/hour ($131,530/year) and a competitive total compensation package!* What We Offer Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including:
- Hybrid Telework - A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignment
- Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range
- Career Advancement - With time and good performance, the opportunity for advancement to Job Class
- Bilingual Premium Pay* - An additional $1.50/1.15/hour on top of the hourly pay rate for basic/fluent bilingual positions
- Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year
- County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options
- Staff Development/Wellness Pay - Annual benefit allowances of up to $500/600/650 and ongoing education/training opportunities
- Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits
- Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security
- Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment
- Student Loan Debt Relief - County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education
Reporting to a Senior Construction Engineer, this position works on the most difficult and complex technical assignments and supervises two Engineering Technician IIIs and clerical staff. Other duties of the position include:
- Overseeing all department construction projects, including contract management of construction and inspection contracts, supervision of in-house staff, and acting as a liaison with consultant inspection services
- Preparing and reviewing all contract pay estimates
- Enforcing provisions of the Public Contract Code and Caltrans specifications
- Ensuring conformance with environmental regulations related to construction
- Supervising the preparation of project plans, specifications, estimates, and environmental reviews
- Liaising with various government and environmental agencies for project coordination and compliance
Work involves both office and field settings, including in various weather conditions, and requires flexibility for occasional evening or weekend work, as per project demands.
As the ideal candidate to become our next Engineering Technician IV, you bring your good judgment and the ability to make sound decisions, particularly in compliance situations, effective verbal and written communication skills, and:
- Construction inspection experience, including experience negotiating with contractors
- Knowledge of Caltrans specifications and plans and how to apply them
- Knowledge of preparing pay estimates
- Experience determining quantities from construction plans or from field measurements
- General construction practices knowledge, including ADA compliance and environmental compliance
- Exceptional leadership and team management abilities
- Effective communication skills to interact with various stakeholders, including government agencies and the community
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Experience in environmental review, permitting, and compliance
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and industry-specific software
- Education, training, certifications, and/or licenses in construction, environmental, and related fields are highly desirable
- The ability to write concise technical communication
- The ability to resolve problems in the field within contractual specifications
- A general understanding of environmental rules, storm drainage, general construction practices
This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list.
Join the County of Sonoma Take the next step to building your engineering career and apply now. We are looking for candidates who possess a strong sense of logic and intellectual curiosity, enjoy reviewing tables and matrices of numbers, and are passionate about fieldwork and working directly with the public. If you are adaptable, able to shift gears quickly, and like working in a fast-paced environment- join us now!
Due to the nature of the inspection work that Engineering Technicians perform, incumbents are required to work indoors, in an office setting, and outdoors. They drive across the County in assigned County vehicles on dirt roads, pavements, and in various weather conditions. As these positions conduct site inspections in the unincorporated areas of Sonoma County, incumbents may be exposed to natural hazards such as poison oak, ticks, and other wildlife. If you enjoy a mixture of office and outdoor work and are comfortable working in hiking boots, bring your technical skills and positive attitude to Sonoma Public Infrastructure!
Sonoma Public Infrastructure is currently recruiting to fill one Engineering Technician IV position . This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list.
Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment.
*Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the Service Employees International Union Local 1021 Memorandum Of Understanding (SEIU MOU) and our Employee Benefits Directory .
APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED.Minimum Qualifications
Education: Academic course work in plane geometry, trigonometry, algebra, drafting, computer aided drafting and design, and land surveying, and engineering technology. An Associate in Arts degree in Engineering Technology and courses in supervision are desirable.
Experience: Experience which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, five years of subprofessional engineering experience, would provide such opportunity. Supervisory or lead worker experience is desirable.
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 job functions of the position.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Extensive knowledge of: mathematics, including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry and of engineering practices, including the making of complex engineering computations; electronic information systems, computers and computer aided drafting and design; the principles, techniques and terminology of subprofessional civil engineering and familiarity with mechanical and electrical engineering; building construction methods, materials, and equipment, the principles, techniques, and terminology relating to inspection and skill in determining quality, materials, and workmanship through inspection and to determine compliance with specifications; traffic engineering principles, problems, techniques, terminology and traffic manuals used in traffic engineering; the methods, materials, and equipment used in the testing of materials and skill in the making of complex materials tests.
Working knowledge of: survey principles, problems, techniques, and instruments used in cross-section, profile, location, topographic and construction layout surveys, skills in the use and adjustment of complex surveying and computing instruments, and computer aided design software and equipment.
Ability to: supervise, train and evaluate the work of subordinates, determine quality, materials, and workmanship through inspection and to determine compliance with specifications; analyze engineering documents such as maps and survey data, plans and specifications; make complex technical and mathematical computations; prepare and compile complex written technical reports and board resolutions; utilize a computer in the performance of assignments; maintain effective public relations with property owners, contractors, and other individuals and groups in the community; coordinate work with other individuals and groups in the community; coordinate work with other divisions and agencies; utilize electronic information systems and analyze and interpret such information.
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 will be 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 & 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 & 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 & 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.
HR Analyst: DP
HR Technician: EV
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 : Choice of five health plans (a PPO, EPO, HMO, and two deductible HMOs) with a County contribution toward the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit. For specific details, please refer to the applicable MOU). A County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement is available for some bargaining units.
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: 4/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
