Deputy Director of Public Works - Engineering (20526039)

  • YUBA COUNTY, CA
  • Marysville, California
  • Jul 18, 2024
Full Time Administration and Management Engineering Other Public Works
  • Salary: $10,873.00-$14,135.00 Monthly USD

Job Description

Description

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for a Deputy Director of Public Works - Engineering in the Community Development & Services Agency within the Public Works division. Under administrative direction, the incumbent assists the Public Works Director in planning, organizing and administering the Public Works Department’s engineering functions, including Capital Improvement Program, project design, and land development functions; provides expert professional assistance to County management in areas of expertise; and performs related work as assigned. This is the advanced managerial level in the professional civil engineering series.

Examples of Duties:
  • Direct the planning of work, setting of schedules and development of controls to ensure that short and long-range goals of the department are accomplished.
  • Plan, organize, assign and evaluate the performance of subordinate staff; provide direction and coaching, through feedback sessions; create individual development plans with employees; discuss job performance problems to identify causes and issues, and to work on resolving problems; initiate performance improvement plans, propose and administer discipline.
  • Assist in the interview and selection of staff; provide for the training and professional development of staff to ensure adequate skill sets for conformance with professional standards and County best practices.
  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the Engineering Division including land development functions, capital improvement projects, and project design.
  • Plan, measure and evaluate the performance of Division activities; take corrective action as necessary, to ensure the efficient and timely accomplishment of assigned tasks; assemble necessary resources to solve a broad range of programmatic and service delivery problems.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of department goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards.


Job Description URL:

https://cms7files.revize.com/yubaca/Yuba%20County/Human%20Resources%20and%20Orga...

Job PDF:

Deputy Director of PW Engineering Job Flyer - July 2024.pdf

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is experienced in project management; has the ability to implement department goals and objectives while remaining on budget and within deadlines. The incumbent will be a successful manager, with the interpersonal skills to develop and motivate their team. Will have ability to prepare requests for proposals, grant applications and other budget documents. Ideal candidate will have knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as it applies to planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of roadways and other public works.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or institution with major course work in civil engineering or a closely related field and five years of professional experience in the design and/or construction of roads, bridges and related Public Works facilities, with at least two years in a supervisory or management role.

PREFERRED: In addition to the minimum, a Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering and additional years of management experience in civil engineering in a public agency setting.

Licenses and Certification: Possess a valid California Class C driver's license within ten (10) days of employment and maintain throughout employment. Registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California. Maintain professional development and continuing education activities for valid certification as required by the position.

Special Requirements: Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation which may include Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire. DMV printout prior to hire. Must file statements of economic interest with the Yuba County Clerk/Recorder. Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.

Benefits

MERIT INCREASE: Typically 5% each year for the first 7 years. To access the County salary schedule, please click on this link.

RETIREMENT MISCELLAENOUS:

Classic = 2% @ 55 New = 2% @ 62

RETIREMENT SAFETY:

Classic = 2% @ 50 New = 2.7% @ 57

For more information about CalPERS Pension, please visit CalPERS Retirement.

SOCIAL SECURITY: Yuba County does not participate in the Social Security Program

MEDICARE: Yuba County does participate in the Medicare Program.

STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE: Employees in this group do NOT participate in SDI.

DISABILITY INSURANCE: The County provides a self-funded disability insurance in-lieu of SDI. Disability rates are paid at 75% of salary up to the current maximum weekly rate established by the State SDI program for up to a maximum of 90 days while on leave for a limited or total disability.

MEDICAL: Yuba County offers several medical plan options (HMO and PPO plans available based on eligibility) through CalPERS. To reference the current Rate Sheet, please visit Health Insurance and select General Resources.

DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: The County pays 100% of the Basic plan premiums for employee or 80% for employee and eligible dependent(s). Requires participation in Health Insurance benefits.

*Health Waiver Opt-out of $250/monthly available with proof of other Non-Covered CA, employer sponsored health care coverage.

LIFE INSURANCE: The County provides a $50,000 life insurance policy to employees in this unit. An additional $50,000 in coverage is funded by the employee's contribution to the STD program. A total of $100,000 in coverage. Employees may purchase supplemental coverage for themselves and dependents.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: County paid confidential counseling program for up to 5 visits per incident per eligible family member.

DEFERRED COMP: One Voluntary Deferred Compensation plan is available.

EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION TO DEFERRED COMPENSATION 401(A) PLAN: The County will provide a deferred compensation plan match to Unrepresented Safety Management employees within the Sheriff's Department and the Probation Department with open 457 deferred compensation accounts , after the completion of 2 years of service.

UNION AFFILIATION: None

For Leave Accrual Rates and Specialty Pays for classifications within the Non-Represented Management Bargaining Unit, please reference this benefits summary .

Special Instructions

Final Filing Deadline: OPEN UNTIL FILLED (Application review on-going)

APPLICATION SCREENING:

An official Yuba County employment application must be submitted by the final filing deadline. Applications must include copies of valid license(s), certificate(s) and college transcripts and/or diploma. Incomplete applications may be disqualified from further consideration.

TO APPLY:

ONLINE APPLICATION: Applications may be submitted online through CalOpps. Click on the Apply for Job button above to complete the Yuba County employment application.

OR

HARD COPY APPLICATION: You may access a hard copy of the Yuba County employment application by visiting our website at http://www.yuba.org. Our applications are available in a Microsoft Word format or fillable PDF, or you may pick up these materials in our office located 915 8th Street, Suite 113, Marysville, CA 95901. Hard copies of applications can be submitted to our office in person, by U.S. Mail or by fax at 530-749-7864. Applications must be received by the final filing deadline; postmarks or applications received after the final filing deadline will not be accepted.

All applicants will be given written notice regarding the status of their application and selection procedures. The County prefers to communicate via email, if provided, to expedite communication. It is also recommended that applicants review their SPAM mail daily so as not miss any important communication from the County. Communications are sent from two mail servers: Yuba@CalOpps.org and @co.yuba.ca.us.

Applicants are responsible for notifying the County of any changes to their contact information, including but not limited to e-mail addresses, mailing addresses, primary and secondary telephone numbers.

(Note: All diplomas or degrees must be from an accredited college or university. To obtain information regarding accreditation, refer to the US Department of Education Office of Post Secondary Education at: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/search.aspx )

Applicants must provide the following documents with their application by the filing deadline:
  • Completed Yuba County Employment Application (Online or Hard Copy)
  • Any Diplomas and Unofficial Transcripts
  • Copies of Related Certifications
  • California Civil Engineer Registration

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The minimum and preferred requirements are listed above. While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, Human Resources reserves the right to select applicants for further consideration who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee further participation in selection procedures.

RECRUITMENT SELECTION PROCESSES:

The recruitment process involves multiple steps which may include but are not limited to:
  • One-Way Video Interviews
  • Qualifications Appraisal Panels
  • Department Interviews

(Please note: The entire recruitment process from recruitment opening date to start date could take 6 - 10 weeks for successful candidates).

ONE-WAY VIDEO INTERVIEW:

One-way interviews may be used as an extension of the application process, as a secondary method of screening large applicant pools or as an oral examination. A panel may be comprised of one individual, typically the hiring authority, or a small group of subject matter experts. Oral examinations can be used to assist in the establishment of an employment list or as part of the hiring decision. The goal of a one-way interview is to simulate an actual in-person interview environment. If one-way video interviewing is utilized in the recruitment process, applicants are provided detailed information including instructions, interview practice options and 24-hour direct support from the County's vendor, Spark Hire.

QUALIFICATIONS APPRAISAL PANEL:

This is an oral examination process. Applicants who successfully completed the screening processes and meet the minimum qualifications for the position will be invited to participate in a qualifications appraisal panel. The process consists of three or four panel members along with a subject matter expert who will ask individuals questions related to the essential functions and/or attributes required for the position.

WAIVER OF SELECTION PROCEDURES:

When selection procedures have been publicly announced and the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications for the position is five or less, the Human Resources Director may, at her/his discretion; a) Waive the competition entirely and submit the names of the applicants meeting the minimum qualifications to the appointing department, b) Revise the conditions of competition to a more practical basis under the circumstances.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY LIST:

An employment eligibility list is established for those applicants who successfully pass all phases of the examination process. This list will be held for a minimum of six (6) months from the date the list is certified. For each vacancy the top five (5) ranks on the list will be certified to the department for final selection, which will include a departmental interview.

DEPARTMENT INTERVIEW:

The Public Works Department will notify the applicant of the date and time of his/her interview. The applicant will be asked a series of questions about his/herself and his/her related experience, education and training that exhibit the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to the job. The applicant may also be asked questions about hypothetical situations to test his/her ability to make decisions and use sound judgment and common sense.

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone:

(530)749-5637

Contact email:

njanda@co.yuba.ca.us

Closing Date/Time: Until filled

Base Pay

10,873

Job Address

Marysville, California 95901 United States View Map