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Job Description
The Position
OPEN/PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION - SIX MONTHS PROBATIONARY PERIOD
The current vacancy is for the Water Engineering Division of Glendale Water & Power. Candidates from this recruitment’s eligible list may also be considered for vacancies in other City Departments.
Under supervision, performs entry level of professional water engineering and is expected to learn the office and field operations of the department and perform assignments in the design, review and/or implementation of engineering plans, drawings, designs and studies. As experience is gained, assignments become more diversified and require the application of a growing body of technical engineering related knowledge.
Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:
Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards.
Assists in the preparation of plans, specifications, estimates, and reports involved in the planning, design, maintenance, construction, and operation of the water utility infrastructure.
Assists with solicitation, review, evaluation, and tracking of proposals, contracts, and agreements for compliance with City requirements and timely completion of projects.
Reviews water improvement plans for City projects and proposed residential, commercial, and industrial developments for compliance with City standards, codes, and other applicable regulations.
Prepares plans, diagrams, and sketches using computer aided drafting (CAD) and civil engineering drafting techniques.
Assists with writing specifications and requests for proposals for water engineering projects.
Assists with coordinating and providing engineering and technical guidance to inspectors, consultants, contractors, vendors, other City departments, and agencies in support of projects and programs to ensure compliance with City requirements.
Identifies, researches, gathers, and analyzes project design and program requirements including hydraulics, hydrology, existing utility plans, field data, materials, permitting, and other documents.
Attends meetings and prepare meeting minutes. Receives and answers public inquiries.
Drives vehicle to make field inspections of construction projects to monitor compliance with plans and City standards.
Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe efficient manner.
Maintains efficient and effective working relationships with professional staff, field personnel, consultants, and contractors.
Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:
Computer and computer-aided design and drafting.
Microsoft Office.
Ability to:
Provide exceptional customer service to all employees and vendors.
Draw preliminary sketches and drawings.
Develop necessary skills from on-the-job training and meet the standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period.
Establish smooth working relationships and foster a teamwork environment.
Interact with other divisions or section employees to obtain information necessary for design and project specifications.
Interact with the public providing proper customer service.
Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.
Other Characteristics
Willingness to:
Work overtime as requested or required.
Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.
Experience
No specific requirement.
Experience performing water engineering work is highly desirable.
Education/Training
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or certificate as an Engineer-in-Training from the State of California.
License(s)/Certification(s)
Valid Class C California driver's license.
Promotional Eligibility
Any City of Glendale employee who meets the minimum qualifications for this position, has completed probation or six months of City employment, and is occupying a permanent full-time classification on file in the Human Resources Department. Hourly City employees may be considered, provided that they furnish proof of continuous employment immediately preceding the final filing date, which would equal a minimum of six months of full-time service or 1040 part-time hours. (Civil Service Rule VIII 4-E).
Exceptional Customer Service Policy
The City of Glendale places a high importance on quality customer service and prides itself for the high level of services it provides by every employee of the organization. As employees of the City of Glendale, we are committed to providing our diverse community and each other with courteous, considerate, and personal attention.
Please click on the link to read the Exceptional Customer Service Policy .
Note
An equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training may be considered as a substitute for the listed minimum requirements.
Selection Process
EVALUATION OF APPLICATION: Submitted Application will be reviewed to ensure applicants meet the minimum requirements. Only the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process.
Candidates must pass each exam component with a minimum score of 70.00% in order to be placed on the eligible list.
ORAL INTERVIEW: (Weight of 100%) To evaluate the applicant's experience, education, and personal fitness for the position.
TIME AND PLACE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED. Evaluations will be based on the candidate's education and experience relevant to the position. Examinations will assess evaluate the candidate's education, experience, knowledge and skills related to the job. The City of Glendale reserves the right to modify the examination components or their weighting. If changes are necessary, candidates will be informed of the specific examination components and their weight before the examination is administered. The selected candidate will undergo a background check, including Livescan fingerprinting. The City of Glendale complies with state and federal obligations to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with special needs are encouraged to inform the Human Resources Department at least five days before the first examination to ensure reasonable accommodations can be arranged. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract.
The City of Glendale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance.
The above listed benefits apply to full-time, salaried positions only.
Closing Date/Time: 2/2/2026 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Glendale
Show moreThe City of Glendale was incorporated on February 16, 1906 and spans approximately 30.6 square miles with a current population of approximately 203,054 people (US Census 2017 Population Estimates). Located minutes away from downtown Los Angeles, Pasadena, Burbank, Hollywood, and Universal City, Glendale is the fourth largest city in Los Angeles County and is surrounded by Southern California's leading commercial districts.
As one of its core functions, Glendale provides well-maintained streets and a variety of transportation services. The City's historic success at attracting employers is partially attributed to the result of its location at the center of four major freeways including
- the I-5 Golden State Freeway
- SR-2 Glendale Freeway
- ST-134 Ventura Freeway
- and the 210 Foothill Freeway
All these provide easy access for residents, workers, and customers from around the region. Glendale also offers its own bus services, the Beeline, with 13 routes connecting customers to Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), the City of Burbank, and the Metrolink Stations in both Burbank and Glendale.
The Bob Hope Airport in Burbank serves the Los Angeles area including Glendale, Pasadena and the San Fernando Valley. It is the only airport in the greater Los Angeles area with a direct rail connection to downtown Los Angeles. The City of Glendale is located about 30 minutes from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). LAX is a commerce leader and designated as a world-class airport for its convenient location, modern facilities, and superior sea/air/land connections.
Businesses and residents alike have taken advantage of Glendale's central location, reputation for safety, excellent business environment, outstanding schools, state-of-the-art healthcare facilities, and growing restaurant and entertainment options. Glendale is also one of Southern California's leading office markets featuring a wide range of properties and amenities. The City has over six million square feet of office space and is home to such recognized firms as Walt Disney Imagineering, ServiceTitan, IHOP / Applebee's, DreamWorks, LegalZoom, and Public Storage.
Glendale prides itself on the quality of services it provides to the community. It is a full-service City, which includes a water and electrical department. The City operates its own power plant capable of serving the electrical needs of the entire city, although the majority of power is currently imported from other areas for cost savings. Water comes primarily from the Metropolitan Water District, along with a small portion from local wells.
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