Associate Transportation Engineer

THE OPPORTUNITY

Under general supervision of the Director of Project Delivery or designee, the Associate Transportation Engineer will:

• Support engineering activities, projects, and other programs;
• Plan, analyze, organize, coordinate, and oversee engineering work, including long- and short-term project planning, programming and compliance, design construction and related areas;
• Ensure that projects and programs meet all applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies;
• Coordinate assigned projects and activities with other agency staff, member jurisdictions, regional transportation agencies, and/or state agencies;
• Provide complex staff assistance and perform related work as required. 

THE AREA

Alameda County is the geographic center of the San Francisco Bay Area, located east of the San Francisco Bay, extending to Livermore in the East and from Albany in the North to Fremont in the South. Alameda County encompasses 813 square miles of land and has a population in excess of 1.6 million, making it the second most populated county in the Bay Area. 

THE ORGANIZATION

Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) is a joint powers authority that plans, funds and delivers transportation programs and projects that expand access and improve mobility in Alameda County.  Alameda CTC was created by the merger of the Alameda County Congestion Management Agency and the Alameda County Transportation Improvement Authority in order to allow for better coordination of transportation planning and programming within the County, as well as position Alameda County jurisdictions and transit agencies to better compete for limited state and federal transportation dollars. 

Together, We Deliver Excellence.  Alameda CTC is invested in making a positive impact.  Our staff values a nurturing environment with visionary thinking to deliver our mission.  We embrace the diversity of our vibrant teams and actively collaborate toward our common goals. Staff at Alameda CTC advance inclusivity and trust through open, honest, and respectful communication.  Our culture is built together, day by day, in every action we take. 

We Are, Who We Serve.  Alameda CTC is committed to serving the people of Alameda County.  We aspire to be people-centric by celebrating those who bring their authentic selves to work and we support the needs of our very diverse communities.  We strive to cultivate opportunities that address historical inequities by inviting and engaging multiple perspectives. We set the standard for diversity, equity, and inclusion and our leadership cultivates a workplace that empowers staff to reach their potential. 

Equity. Alameda CTC recognizes inequities in marginalized communities and is committed to advancing racial, socio-economic, and environmental justice in order to maintain the diversity of our communities. Alameda CTC adopts and implements deliberate policies, systems, and actions to deliver transportation funding, projects and programs that result in more equitable opportunities and positive outcomes for marginalized communities.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL:

• Understanding of civil and transportation engineering principles, concepts, and standards to help successfully deliver capital projects located on the state highway system, arterials or rail crossings.
• Ability to understand project controls, cost control, and project reporting.
• Aptitude to apply Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of practices researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective staff reports.
• Skills collaborating and building strong partnerships with a wide variety of local agencies and consultants.
• Competence to organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize their own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Experience with grant application writing or support for Regional, State and Federal grants and adhering to grant requirements.
• Ability to effectively and professionally represent Alameda CTC in communicating with governmental agencies, regulatory organizations, vendors, contractors and the public. 

EXAMPLE OF ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a project engineer/major project participant on transportation engineering projects including multimodal/complete streets corridor projects, freeway interchange modernization projects, rail grade separation and crossing safety improvements, and other regionally significant projects.
• Review and develop project study reports, project reports, environmental documents, and other technical documents. Provide analysis and input into the designs of engineering projects for conceptual or project approval.
• Review plans, specifications, estimates, and technical reports for consistency with applicable codes and standards and requirements of Caltrans, local jurisdictions, and other agencies. Provide input into project designs and technical analyses to best meet project purpose and need and manage scope.
• Review contract terms and amendments; ensure consultant/contractor compliance with agency terms and conditions, standards and specifications and time and budget estimates; review and track deliverables and action items; monitor project schedule and cost adherence. Investigate problems related to scope of work or cost issues to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Analyze and report on project schedules and project expenditures as directed by the Director of Project Delivery.
• Coordinate and participate in meetings with representatives of other agencies and other project stakeholders to discuss items of common interest.
• Prepare staff reports, presentations, project information and status, and program financial information, and present information to various committees, community groups, and professional organizations about the Capital Projects program.
• Aid in the preparation of applications for regional, state, and federal grants.
• Support development of project agreements including funding agreements, construction agreements, and maintenance agreements.
• Support project public outreach including development of outreach plans and materials and execution of outreach activities such as open houses, advisory committee presentations, pop-ups, digital outreach campaigns, and informational presentations.
• Research, collect, record, analyze, interpret, and summarize statistical information; prepare, establish and maintain spreadsheets for reporting purposes.
• Attend and participate on a variety of committees, professional groups, and task forces as assigned.
• Stay abreast of new trends and innovations related to transportation engineering.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in civil engineering, transportation engineering, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering, transportation engineering and related activities.
• Possess and maintain a valid certificate or registration as a Professional Civil Engineer or Transportation Engineer in the State of California.

TO APPLY

To apply for this opportunity, please visit the Alameda CTC website and download an application at: https://www.alamedactc.org/get-involved/careers-jobs/     

Complete application packets must include a cover letter, resume, and application by email to recruitment@alamedactc.org. 

As an alternative, you can mail the completed application materials to:

Attn: Recruitment

Alameda CTC

1111 Broadway, Suite 800

Oakland, CA 94607

Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

This recruitment will remain open until filled; however, candidates are encouraged to apply early in the process for optimal consideration.  A first review of resumes will take place on July 14, 2024. 

Alameda CTC is an equal opportunity employer encouraging workforce diversity and is committed to ensuring that no person is excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or discriminated against under its hiring activities on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partnership status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, or medical condition including genetic characteristics. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 provides protections against discrimination based on race, color and national origin; and 49 United States Code Section 5332 provides additional protections against discrimination based on religion, national origin, sex, disability, or age.  

Employment at Alameda CTC is at-will. 

The information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The annual salary range is $119,579 to $155,454 depending on qualifications and experience.  

Alameda County Transportation Commission offers a generous benefits package including:

• Cafeteria Plan which employees can use to choose the following:
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance; and
• Life, AD&D, and Long-term and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
• Retirement Program in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS):
• Classic Member (member of CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013) – 2.5% at age 55 (employee contributes 3%)
• New Member (under new PEPRA laws) – 2% at age 62 (employee contributes 7.75%, this amount is subject to change at the beginning of each fiscal year per CalPERS calculations)
• Vacation Leave: Starts at 10 days per year and increases based on years of service.
• Sick Leave: Accrued at 1 day per month.
• Holidays: 11 paid holidays, plus three (3) floating holidays, per year.
• Other benefits include transit subsidy, flexible spending accounts, 457 retirement plan, flexible hybrid work schedule, tuition assistance, etc.