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Job Description
Description
SALARY
Hourly - $51.76 - $64.13
Monthly - $9,144.20.76 - $11,115.69
ISSUE DATE: 10/1/24 FILING DEADLINE: Continuous. The application filing may close any time after ten (10) days from the issue date of this job announcement if sufficient qualified applications have been received. Postmarks are not acceptable; therefore, it is important to submit your application as soon as possible. First application review on October 15, 2024.
The current vacancy is in the Water Department .
THE POSITION : Under direction, is responsible for technical work examining building plans for compliance with building code and zoning regulations or participates in and is in charge of varied and difficult professional engineering work of the more advanced level including research and design of engineering projects; and performs other work as required.
Representative Duties
Develops and/or checks plans for major civil engineering and building construction projects, including supervision in the drawing of plans, writing specifications, making preliminary construction plan layouts; makes a variety of decisions requiring technical and professional knowledge of engineering principles, methods and techniques; and inspects construction work in progress and on completion. Responds to inquiries from the public concerning various building code and zoning regulations.
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Minimum Qualifications
Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the Application, Resume, Certificate, and Supplemental Questionnaire that they have:- Graduated from college with a degree in civil engineering; AND
- Three (3) years of responsible professional civil engineering experience, including
professional experience in municipal public works or building construction activities; OR - An equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the capabilities to perform the described duties.
- Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers is required. A copy of the California State Board certificate of registration must be turned in with the application by the filing deadline in order for the application to be accepted.
- Possession of a valid Class "C" California driver's license is required.
HIGHLY DESIRABLE:- Project management, design, and capital improvement experience.
- W ater And/or wastewater experience.
Examination (Weighted: 100%)
The method of examination may include one or more of the following: written exam; oral exam; evaluation of education, training, experience or other qualifications as shown by the application; or by other information submitted, or by the record; questionnaires submitted to references; or any other appropriate measure of fitness. A minimum passing score of 70% is required. NOTE: Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, resume, supplemental questionnaire, and certificate/s; otherwise, the application may be rejected. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed application.
Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:- Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
- Fire Safety Unit
- Police Safety Unit
- General Supervisory & Management Unit (coming soon)
1-4 years of service: 10 days per year.
5-13 years of service: 15 days per year.
14+ years of service: 20 days per year.
VACATION - FIRE SAFETY SHIFT PERSONNEL ONLY:
1-4 years of service: 4.68 (24-hr. duty shifts)
5-15 years of service: 7.02 (24-hr. duty shifts)
16+ years of service: 9.36 (24-hr. duty shifts)
HOLIDAYS: 13 paid holidays per year.
SICK LEAVE: Earned at the rate of one working day per month of service to a maximum of 120 days; portions therafter may be convertible.
ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE: 10 days per year for General Supervisory and Management employees.
INSURANCE: The City and the employee share contributions for premiums for health insurance coverage. The City provides life insurance benefits based on bargaining unit. Visit the City's Employee Benefit website for detailed information (rates and plan information).
RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement websitefor additional information. -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Bakersfield
Show moreAt nearly 400,000 residents and growing, Bakersfield is the ninth-largest City in California. The City of Bakersfield is a full-service charter city, with 11 departments and nearly 1,800 full-time employees along with numerous part time, seasonal and contract employees. The City operates under the council-manager form of government with an annual all funds budget exceeding $620 million.
The Bakersfield City Council is composed of seven members elected from the seven wards of the City on a nonpartisan basis to serve overlapping four-year terms. The Mayor is elected at-large to serve a four-year term as presiding officer at Council meetings and as the head of the City for legislative and ceremonial purposes.
The City’s tagline is “The Sound of Something Better” and our team strives to better the community on behalf of the residents we serve each and every day. The City also strives to ensure all team members are provided with a supportive and fulfilling working environment, with emphasis placed on professional development opportunities and career advancement planning. Our team members are frequently encouraged to participate in the City’s employee incentive, wellness and leadership development programs that are offered throughout the year, as well as position-specific training and educational opportunities. Employment with the City of Bakersfield is more than a job, it is being part of something better.
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