City of Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
THE POSITION This position is for Assistant Civil Engineer The Engineering Services Division in the Department of Public Works The Public Works Engineering Services Division focuses on managing the City's investment in new transportation infrastructure. By planning, funding and delivering capital improvement projects, and reviewing private development projects, the division improves the safety and usability of the City's transportation system for all users: pedestrians, bicyclists and vehicles. The division delivers road, bridge, traffic signal, and streetlight improvement projects, and provides planning, design, inspection, and survey services. The Transportation Division in the Department of Public Works The Transportation Division's primary focus is maintaining and enhancing traffic operations, traffic safety and multimodal mobility for our citizens and customers. The Division has several unique business lines and is responsible for traffic operations, design, management, studies, entitlements, education, investigation, traffic signs and markings, and traffic signals and street lighting. Transportation staff manages many projects such as transportation studies for new development areas and controlling the traffic operations center. Maintenance functions of traffic signals, signs and street lighting ranges from new installations to repairing knocked down street signs and reinstalling stolen copper wire to reestablish neighborhood lighting. The Building Division in the Community Development Department The City of Sacramento Building Division regulates construction and development to safeguard and ensure the health and safety of the public. As part of the permit process, plans and calculations are reviewed to ensure compliance with adopted City, State, and Federal building code requirements. Building permits are issued for new construction as well as for additions to and remodeling of existing buildings and structures. The Engineering and Water Resources Division in the Department of Utilities The Engineering and Water Resources Division (E&WR) is one of 5 divisions within the Department of Utilities. E&WR provides engineering and technical support to the Operations and Maintenance Division; plans, designs and constructs several millions of dollars of capital improvements each year; develops short and long-range capital improvement priorities and works with the Director and the Business and Integrated Planning Division to strategically plan for future funding requirements; works closely with other city departments and the development community to plan for and build high quality, reliable infrastructure to serve new neighborhoods; and assures compliance with the ever increasing and demanding regulatory requirements and mandates that face the Department. ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEER / ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER To perform professional civil engineering work in the planning, design, technical investigation, and construction of projects in the areas of public works, transportation, hydraulics, and structural engineering. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Assistant Civil Engineer This is the journey level class in the professional civil engineering series not requiring registration. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower class of Junior Engineer. Incumbents of this class perform the moderately difficult professional engineering work in civil engineering. Assistant Civil Engineers are normally considered to be of a continuing training status and as assigned responsibilities and breadth of knowledge increase with experience, and registration is received, may reasonably expect their positions to be reassigned to the next higher class of Associate Civil Engineer. Associate Civil Engineer This is the full journey level class in the civil engineering series requiring registration. Positions in the class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower class of Assistant Civil Engineer, or, when filled from the outside, require prior advanced professional civil engineering work experience. An Associate Civil Engineer works under general supervision and is expected to complete complex civil engineering assignments requiring the use of judgment and initiative in developing solutions to problems, interpreting general policies, and determining work assignments. Work in this class is distinguished from that of the Assistant Civil Engineer class by the greater complexity of the assignments received and by the greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to operate. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Direction is provided by a higher level professional engineer or a division head level position. Responsibilities of an Associate Civil Engineer may include the direct or indirect supervision of lower level professional engineers and technical personnel. Responsibilities of an Assistant Civil Engineer may include the technical or functional supervision of technical personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Supervise and participate in the preparation of plans and specifications for the construction of water utility, street, storm drain and sanitary sewer pump stations, street lighting, traffic signal, buildings, and related public works and City building projects; research project design requirements; perform complex calculations and prepare estimates of material costs and time considerations. Assign routine inspection, investigation, design, and drafting tasks to technical subordinates; review completed work; assist in the solution of difficult problems. Research building codes, publications and industry information sources. Develop and revise design and construction standards. Participate in the implementation of the City's traffic and transportation engineering programs; prepare and revise plans and specifications for traffic related projects; prepare special studies and reports and coordinate major projects. Participate in the City's Building Code Compliance program. Investigate field problems affecting property owners, contractors, and maintenance operations. Order survey, mapping, and data collection. Prepare estimates and feasibility reports for new or modified services and structures. Administer contracts for construction projects. Participate in the plan check, review, and processing of plans for private developments affecting streets, sewers, drains and related public works facilities and ensure that they meet all City imposed requirements. Check building plans for compliance with City building codes and ordinances. Prepare special engineering studies and reports. Serve as staff to a variety of City commissions, boards, and committees on public works, utility matters, or building code appeals issues. Coordinate planning, design, and construction activities with other City departments, divisions, and sections, and with outside agencies. May supervise, train, and evaluate lower level professional, technical and clerical subordinates. Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed may necessarily be performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Assistant Civil Engineer Knowledge of: Principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to public works, utilities, traffic, or building construction projects. Methods, materials, and techniques used in the construction of public works, building and utilities projects. Modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding civil engineering and building codes and ordinances. Ability to: Make complex engineering computations and to check, design, and supervise the preparation of engineering plans and studies. Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Use and care for engineering and drafting instruments and equipment. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience One year of experience in professional civil engineering work in one of the areas of assignments and Education A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major study in civil engineering. -Or- Possession of an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certificate. All education requirements must be verifiable from records of satisfactory completion of courses. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should the combination of experience/education you are using to qualify for this position include education, then proof of said education such as but not limited to university/college transcripts, certificates, and degrees must be submitted to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as an attachment(s) to the online application, faxed to (916) 596-1556, or emailed to employment@cityofsacramento.org by the final filing deadline . If submitting via fax/email, please include your name and Job # 011011-21-CW on your documents. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. This evaluation must be submitted by the final filing deadline . Associate Civil Engineer In addition to the qualifications for Assistant Civil Engineer: Knowledge of: City engineering policies and procedures. Principles of supervision and training. Ability to: Perform complex professional engineering work with a minimum of supervision. Supervise and train subordinates. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Experience Two years of experience comparable to that of an Assistant Civil Engineer in the City of Sacramento. License or Certificate: Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California. Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer must be verifiable. PROBATIONARY PERIOD Employees must successfully complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on 40 hours per week (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week) . If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees must be submitted online with your application, emailed to employment@cityofsacramento.org , or sent to the Employment Office by fax by the final filing deadline . Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application, delivered in person, or sent to the Employment Office by email/fax or mailed by the final filing deadline. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C 2. Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- Human Resources will evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications stated on the job announcement. 3. Training and Experience Test : (Weighted 100%) - The Supplemental Questionnaire located at the end of the application is the Training and Experience Exam. Only the applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will become candidates and their supplemental questionnaire will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. Therefore, your responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough and complete because the exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the supplemental questionnaire, please note: Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaires will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. 4. Eligibility : Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at http://www.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Career-Opportunities ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726
Jan 19, 2021
Full Time
THE POSITION This position is for Assistant Civil Engineer The Engineering Services Division in the Department of Public Works The Public Works Engineering Services Division focuses on managing the City's investment in new transportation infrastructure. By planning, funding and delivering capital improvement projects, and reviewing private development projects, the division improves the safety and usability of the City's transportation system for all users: pedestrians, bicyclists and vehicles. The division delivers road, bridge, traffic signal, and streetlight improvement projects, and provides planning, design, inspection, and survey services. The Transportation Division in the Department of Public Works The Transportation Division's primary focus is maintaining and enhancing traffic operations, traffic safety and multimodal mobility for our citizens and customers. The Division has several unique business lines and is responsible for traffic operations, design, management, studies, entitlements, education, investigation, traffic signs and markings, and traffic signals and street lighting. Transportation staff manages many projects such as transportation studies for new development areas and controlling the traffic operations center. Maintenance functions of traffic signals, signs and street lighting ranges from new installations to repairing knocked down street signs and reinstalling stolen copper wire to reestablish neighborhood lighting. The Building Division in the Community Development Department The City of Sacramento Building Division regulates construction and development to safeguard and ensure the health and safety of the public. As part of the permit process, plans and calculations are reviewed to ensure compliance with adopted City, State, and Federal building code requirements. Building permits are issued for new construction as well as for additions to and remodeling of existing buildings and structures. The Engineering and Water Resources Division in the Department of Utilities The Engineering and Water Resources Division (E&WR) is one of 5 divisions within the Department of Utilities. E&WR provides engineering and technical support to the Operations and Maintenance Division; plans, designs and constructs several millions of dollars of capital improvements each year; develops short and long-range capital improvement priorities and works with the Director and the Business and Integrated Planning Division to strategically plan for future funding requirements; works closely with other city departments and the development community to plan for and build high quality, reliable infrastructure to serve new neighborhoods; and assures compliance with the ever increasing and demanding regulatory requirements and mandates that face the Department. ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEER / ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER To perform professional civil engineering work in the planning, design, technical investigation, and construction of projects in the areas of public works, transportation, hydraulics, and structural engineering. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Assistant Civil Engineer This is the journey level class in the professional civil engineering series not requiring registration. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower class of Junior Engineer. Incumbents of this class perform the moderately difficult professional engineering work in civil engineering. Assistant Civil Engineers are normally considered to be of a continuing training status and as assigned responsibilities and breadth of knowledge increase with experience, and registration is received, may reasonably expect their positions to be reassigned to the next higher class of Associate Civil Engineer. Associate Civil Engineer This is the full journey level class in the civil engineering series requiring registration. Positions in the class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower class of Assistant Civil Engineer, or, when filled from the outside, require prior advanced professional civil engineering work experience. An Associate Civil Engineer works under general supervision and is expected to complete complex civil engineering assignments requiring the use of judgment and initiative in developing solutions to problems, interpreting general policies, and determining work assignments. Work in this class is distinguished from that of the Assistant Civil Engineer class by the greater complexity of the assignments received and by the greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to operate. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Direction is provided by a higher level professional engineer or a division head level position. Responsibilities of an Associate Civil Engineer may include the direct or indirect supervision of lower level professional engineers and technical personnel. Responsibilities of an Assistant Civil Engineer may include the technical or functional supervision of technical personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Supervise and participate in the preparation of plans and specifications for the construction of water utility, street, storm drain and sanitary sewer pump stations, street lighting, traffic signal, buildings, and related public works and City building projects; research project design requirements; perform complex calculations and prepare estimates of material costs and time considerations. Assign routine inspection, investigation, design, and drafting tasks to technical subordinates; review completed work; assist in the solution of difficult problems. Research building codes, publications and industry information sources. Develop and revise design and construction standards. Participate in the implementation of the City's traffic and transportation engineering programs; prepare and revise plans and specifications for traffic related projects; prepare special studies and reports and coordinate major projects. Participate in the City's Building Code Compliance program. Investigate field problems affecting property owners, contractors, and maintenance operations. Order survey, mapping, and data collection. Prepare estimates and feasibility reports for new or modified services and structures. Administer contracts for construction projects. Participate in the plan check, review, and processing of plans for private developments affecting streets, sewers, drains and related public works facilities and ensure that they meet all City imposed requirements. Check building plans for compliance with City building codes and ordinances. Prepare special engineering studies and reports. Serve as staff to a variety of City commissions, boards, and committees on public works, utility matters, or building code appeals issues. Coordinate planning, design, and construction activities with other City departments, divisions, and sections, and with outside agencies. May supervise, train, and evaluate lower level professional, technical and clerical subordinates. Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed may necessarily be performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Assistant Civil Engineer Knowledge of: Principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to public works, utilities, traffic, or building construction projects. Methods, materials, and techniques used in the construction of public works, building and utilities projects. Modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding civil engineering and building codes and ordinances. Ability to: Make complex engineering computations and to check, design, and supervise the preparation of engineering plans and studies. Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Use and care for engineering and drafting instruments and equipment. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience One year of experience in professional civil engineering work in one of the areas of assignments and Education A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major study in civil engineering. -Or- Possession of an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certificate. All education requirements must be verifiable from records of satisfactory completion of courses. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should the combination of experience/education you are using to qualify for this position include education, then proof of said education such as but not limited to university/college transcripts, certificates, and degrees must be submitted to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as an attachment(s) to the online application, faxed to (916) 596-1556, or emailed to employment@cityofsacramento.org by the final filing deadline . If submitting via fax/email, please include your name and Job # 011011-21-CW on your documents. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. This evaluation must be submitted by the final filing deadline . Associate Civil Engineer In addition to the qualifications for Assistant Civil Engineer: Knowledge of: City engineering policies and procedures. Principles of supervision and training. Ability to: Perform complex professional engineering work with a minimum of supervision. Supervise and train subordinates. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Experience Two years of experience comparable to that of an Assistant Civil Engineer in the City of Sacramento. License or Certificate: Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California. Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer must be verifiable. PROBATIONARY PERIOD Employees must successfully complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on 40 hours per week (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week) . If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees must be submitted online with your application, emailed to employment@cityofsacramento.org , or sent to the Employment Office by fax by the final filing deadline . Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application, delivered in person, or sent to the Employment Office by email/fax or mailed by the final filing deadline. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C 2. Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- Human Resources will evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications stated on the job announcement. 3. Training and Experience Test : (Weighted 100%) - The Supplemental Questionnaire located at the end of the application is the Training and Experience Exam. Only the applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will become candidates and their supplemental questionnaire will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. Therefore, your responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough and complete because the exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the supplemental questionnaire, please note: Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaires will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. 4. Eligibility : Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at http://www.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Career-Opportunities ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description The Public Works Department of the County of San Mateo is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant/Associate/Associate Civil Engineer to join our skilled and dedicated team! Assistant Engineer is the entry and trainee level in the professional civil engineering series. Under immediate supervision, employees perform first-level professional civil engineering field and office work while acting in a trainee capacity on a wide variety of civil engineering projects in connection with the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of County-maintained facilities. Associate Engineer is the journey level job classification. Associate Civil Engineer is the registered journey level classification in the engineering series. At these levels, a high degree of technical expertise and some periodic lead responsibilities are required. Under general supervision, incumbents may perform a variety of professional engineering tasks in such areas as planning, design, and construction inspection of roads, park trails, bridges, drainage, sanitary sewer systems, water supply, and other public works projects. Associate Civil Engineers may provide lead direction to other staff in completing projects of greater difficulty and complexity. Incumbents will be required to perform field work in support of the planning, design, and/or construction inspection of public works projects. NOTE: Associate Civil Engineer differs from the Associate Engineer classification in that Associate Civil Engineers are registered as professional engineers in the State of California and may provide lead direction to other staff in completing projects of greater difficulty and complexity. The salary range for Assistant Engineer is $83,242 - $104,021 annually. The salary range for Associate Engineer is $98,488 - $123,094 annually. The salary range for Associate Civil Engineer is $110,261 - $137,800 annually. There are currently two vacancies, one in each of these units: Design and Construction The Assistant/Associate/Associate Civil Engineer assigned to the Design and Construction Section would perform AutoCAD/Civil3D work and work on Public Works infrastructure projects such as roads, drainage, retaining walls, bridges, sewer, and other public works facilities including the planning, designing, preparation of construction bid documents, and inspection of public works facilities. This position may also involve the application and management of outside grants associated with Public Works facilities. Utilities-Flood Control-Watershed Protection The Utilities-Flood Control-Watershed Protection unit oversees 30 Special Districts that include flood control, drainage, domestic water, sanitary sewer, and street lighting. The primary responsibilities of the position include the design and management of various capital improvement projects from the conceptual stage to construction close-out. Additional duties include assisting with the day-to-day operational tasks of administering these Districts. The ideal candidate for either of these positions is: Technically knowledgeable and experienced in the principles and practices of civil engineering, and public works design, construction, and maintenance. An effective communicator, both orally and in writing; able to represent the County in meetings and presentations to various groups including property owners, community groups, regulatory and other governmental agencies, and the general public. Customer-focused and interpersonally effective in dealing with staff, engineers, contractors, and the public, and in coordinating with law enforcement agencies, emergency responders, and other agencies when necessary. Able to provide information to the public and other governmental agencies, in person or over the telephone, regarding County procedures and regulations, facility locations, plan requirements, and property ownership, which may require the interpretation of policies and procedures. Able to perform development plan reviews and prepare plan review comments. Able to analyze and evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare concise and effective technical staff reports. Accountable and able to schedule and carry through with assignments with independence. Experienced in designing public works projects such as road improvements, drainage and flood control improvements, parks facilities, water treatment and distribution systems, and sanitary sewer systems, Experienced using computer aided drafting software such as AutoCAD/Civil3D. Proficient in computer aided drafting and design software. Examples Of Duties Duties for these positions may include, but are not limited to: Serve as resident engineer on routine construction projects. Perform duties as chief of party engaged in making surveys. Prepare designs, plans, and specifications for routine projects. Assist in drafting and preparing instructions for bidders, proposals, affidavits, bonds, specifications, change orders, and other documents and reports involved in the construction of engineering projects. Gather, compile, and compute data using engineering, drafting, and calculating instruments and techniques to prepare designs, plans, estimates, technical reports, and specifications for the construction, alterations, maintenance, and operations of a variety of engineering projects. Supervise subordinate personnel in a variety of capacities. Inspect construction projects for conformance with specifications, safety standards, and federal, state, and local regulations. Conduct economic cost and quantity estimates for assigned projects. Perform related duties as assigned. NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Qualifications Licensure/Certification: Candidates for Associate Civil Engineer must possess a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California at the time of hire. Some positions require possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent. Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is: Assistant Engineer : Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering OR twenty-four semester units in civil engineering courses and three years of civil engineering experience in office, field, or survey party work OR possession of an Engineer in Training Certificate. Associate Engineer : Two years of professional civil engineering experience which has included field and office work in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of a variety of civil engineering projects. Associate Civil Engineer : In addition to possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California at the time of hire, two years of professional civil engineering experience which has included field and office work in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of a variety of civil engineering projects. Knowledge of: Civil engineering practices and procedures including design and construction methods and techniques. Strength, properties, and uses of materials and hydraulics. Civil engineering design and drafting principles. Project management principles and practices. Basic principles of supervision. Surveying methods. Methods, materials, and equipment used in civil engineering projects. Methods, materials, and equipment used in civil engineering construction work. Construction inspection techniques. Principles of engineering as they apply to public works projects. Engineering mathematics and their application to engineering problems. Skill/Ability to: Perform engineering calculations and routine design work. Solve surveying problems. Prepare neat and accurate maps, drawings, notes, and reports. Inspect civil engineering work in progress. Prepare clear, concise correspondence and reports. Comply with safety procedures. Supervise subordinate staff. Operate survey equipment. Apply civil engineering principles related to transportation projects. Incumbents in positions designated as Traffic Engineer must also have: Knowledge of : Contract preparation, selection, and administration. Grant application processes. Application/Examination Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, or SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: Pass/Fail). A screening committee will select those applicants whose training, experience, and responses to the questions on the employment application and supplemental questionnaire appear to best meet the needs of the position and invite them to interview. Because of this process, all applicants meeting the minimum requirements are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the recruitment process. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%) which may include a written or performance exercise. Depending on the number of applications, an application appraisal of training and experience may be used in place of examinations. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and all applicants must participate at their own expense. IMPORTANT: Applications for this position are accepted online only. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click on the "Apply Online" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Application Deadline: January 28, 2021 Application Screening: Week of February 1, 2021 Panel Interviews: TBD - Most likely week of February 15, 2021 At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. The County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Chet Overstreet (010820210) (Assistant/Associate/Associate Civil Engineer - N033/N018/N020)
Jan 16, 2021
Full Time
Description The Public Works Department of the County of San Mateo is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant/Associate/Associate Civil Engineer to join our skilled and dedicated team! Assistant Engineer is the entry and trainee level in the professional civil engineering series. Under immediate supervision, employees perform first-level professional civil engineering field and office work while acting in a trainee capacity on a wide variety of civil engineering projects in connection with the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of County-maintained facilities. Associate Engineer is the journey level job classification. Associate Civil Engineer is the registered journey level classification in the engineering series. At these levels, a high degree of technical expertise and some periodic lead responsibilities are required. Under general supervision, incumbents may perform a variety of professional engineering tasks in such areas as planning, design, and construction inspection of roads, park trails, bridges, drainage, sanitary sewer systems, water supply, and other public works projects. Associate Civil Engineers may provide lead direction to other staff in completing projects of greater difficulty and complexity. Incumbents will be required to perform field work in support of the planning, design, and/or construction inspection of public works projects. NOTE: Associate Civil Engineer differs from the Associate Engineer classification in that Associate Civil Engineers are registered as professional engineers in the State of California and may provide lead direction to other staff in completing projects of greater difficulty and complexity. The salary range for Assistant Engineer is $83,242 - $104,021 annually. The salary range for Associate Engineer is $98,488 - $123,094 annually. The salary range for Associate Civil Engineer is $110,261 - $137,800 annually. There are currently two vacancies, one in each of these units: Design and Construction The Assistant/Associate/Associate Civil Engineer assigned to the Design and Construction Section would perform AutoCAD/Civil3D work and work on Public Works infrastructure projects such as roads, drainage, retaining walls, bridges, sewer, and other public works facilities including the planning, designing, preparation of construction bid documents, and inspection of public works facilities. This position may also involve the application and management of outside grants associated with Public Works facilities. Utilities-Flood Control-Watershed Protection The Utilities-Flood Control-Watershed Protection unit oversees 30 Special Districts that include flood control, drainage, domestic water, sanitary sewer, and street lighting. The primary responsibilities of the position include the design and management of various capital improvement projects from the conceptual stage to construction close-out. Additional duties include assisting with the day-to-day operational tasks of administering these Districts. The ideal candidate for either of these positions is: Technically knowledgeable and experienced in the principles and practices of civil engineering, and public works design, construction, and maintenance. An effective communicator, both orally and in writing; able to represent the County in meetings and presentations to various groups including property owners, community groups, regulatory and other governmental agencies, and the general public. Customer-focused and interpersonally effective in dealing with staff, engineers, contractors, and the public, and in coordinating with law enforcement agencies, emergency responders, and other agencies when necessary. Able to provide information to the public and other governmental agencies, in person or over the telephone, regarding County procedures and regulations, facility locations, plan requirements, and property ownership, which may require the interpretation of policies and procedures. Able to perform development plan reviews and prepare plan review comments. Able to analyze and evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare concise and effective technical staff reports. Accountable and able to schedule and carry through with assignments with independence. Experienced in designing public works projects such as road improvements, drainage and flood control improvements, parks facilities, water treatment and distribution systems, and sanitary sewer systems, Experienced using computer aided drafting software such as AutoCAD/Civil3D. Proficient in computer aided drafting and design software. Examples Of Duties Duties for these positions may include, but are not limited to: Serve as resident engineer on routine construction projects. Perform duties as chief of party engaged in making surveys. Prepare designs, plans, and specifications for routine projects. Assist in drafting and preparing instructions for bidders, proposals, affidavits, bonds, specifications, change orders, and other documents and reports involved in the construction of engineering projects. Gather, compile, and compute data using engineering, drafting, and calculating instruments and techniques to prepare designs, plans, estimates, technical reports, and specifications for the construction, alterations, maintenance, and operations of a variety of engineering projects. Supervise subordinate personnel in a variety of capacities. Inspect construction projects for conformance with specifications, safety standards, and federal, state, and local regulations. Conduct economic cost and quantity estimates for assigned projects. Perform related duties as assigned. NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Qualifications Licensure/Certification: Candidates for Associate Civil Engineer must possess a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California at the time of hire. Some positions require possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent. Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is: Assistant Engineer : Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering OR twenty-four semester units in civil engineering courses and three years of civil engineering experience in office, field, or survey party work OR possession of an Engineer in Training Certificate. Associate Engineer : Two years of professional civil engineering experience which has included field and office work in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of a variety of civil engineering projects. Associate Civil Engineer : In addition to possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California at the time of hire, two years of professional civil engineering experience which has included field and office work in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of a variety of civil engineering projects. Knowledge of: Civil engineering practices and procedures including design and construction methods and techniques. Strength, properties, and uses of materials and hydraulics. Civil engineering design and drafting principles. Project management principles and practices. Basic principles of supervision. Surveying methods. Methods, materials, and equipment used in civil engineering projects. Methods, materials, and equipment used in civil engineering construction work. Construction inspection techniques. Principles of engineering as they apply to public works projects. Engineering mathematics and their application to engineering problems. Skill/Ability to: Perform engineering calculations and routine design work. Solve surveying problems. Prepare neat and accurate maps, drawings, notes, and reports. Inspect civil engineering work in progress. Prepare clear, concise correspondence and reports. Comply with safety procedures. Supervise subordinate staff. Operate survey equipment. Apply civil engineering principles related to transportation projects. Incumbents in positions designated as Traffic Engineer must also have: Knowledge of : Contract preparation, selection, and administration. Grant application processes. Application/Examination Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, or SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: Pass/Fail). A screening committee will select those applicants whose training, experience, and responses to the questions on the employment application and supplemental questionnaire appear to best meet the needs of the position and invite them to interview. Because of this process, all applicants meeting the minimum requirements are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the recruitment process. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%) which may include a written or performance exercise. Depending on the number of applications, an application appraisal of training and experience may be used in place of examinations. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and all applicants must participate at their own expense. IMPORTANT: Applications for this position are accepted online only. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click on the "Apply Online" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Application Deadline: January 28, 2021 Application Screening: Week of February 1, 2021 Panel Interviews: TBD - Most likely week of February 15, 2021 At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. The County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Chet Overstreet (010820210) (Assistant/Associate/Associate Civil Engineer - N033/N018/N020)
Description UPDATED: Next review scheduled for September 21, 2020; First round applicants need not apply; open until filled. City of Hayward is excited to announce an opportunity to join its progressive and dynamic Engineering team as an Assistant or Associate Civil Engineer. This position performs journey level and professional engineering work in conjunction with Sepdesign, plan check, and construction, and maintenance of solar, water and wastewater projects. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Assistant Civil Engineer - This classification performs journey level professional engineering work in conjunction with construction and maintenance of Public Works projects. Monthly rate : $7,646- $9,305 Associate Civil Engineer - This classification performs more difficult and complex engineering design work on private development and public works projects; and supervise the work of Assistant Civil Engineers and Engineering Technicians performing related work. Monthly rate : $8,875 - $10,773 Incumbents may advance from the Assistant Civil Engineer to the Associate Civil Engineer level, as recommended by their supervisor and approved by the Director of Public Works, as they learn City and departmental practices and procedures. As knowledge and experience are gained, the work becomes broader in scope and assignments are more varied and are performed under more general supervision. Advancement to the higher classification requires gaining the knowledge, skill, experience and credentials that meet the qualifications for that class and demonstrating the ability to consistently perform the work of the higher classification. Essential Duties Duties may include but are not limited to the following: Assistant Civil Engineer Prepare and check engineering plans, cost estimates, designs and specifications for a variety of private development and Utility projects including wastewater treatment, sanitary sewers, storm drains, and water lines Perform engineering calculations Develop estimates of initial and long-term maintenance and operation costs for utility projects Provide engineering support for construction projects Coordinate with contractors, engineers and property owners Attend project meetings and engineering conferences Associate Civil Engineer Perform higher level professional engineering work such as the design of large and complex projects, and plan check water and wastewater projects Manage the planning and design of water, wastewater, and recycled water projects Assign, supervise and review the work of professional and technical personnel Prepare environmental studies and facility planning documents Provide engineering services during construction of large and complex water, wastewater, and recycled water projects A complete job description can be found at www.hayward-ca.gov . Minimum Qualifications ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEER Any combination equivalent to the experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Two (2) years experience in engineering related to design and construction in public works or applicable field. Education: Equivalent to graduation from college with a four year degree in Civil Engineering. Licenses and Certificates: Ability to obtain a valid Class C California Drivers License upon appointment. An Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T) Certificate issued by the California Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers. JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Knowledge of basic civil engineering principles. Knowledge of basic street and utility design. Ability to: Ability to collect, organize and interpret a variety of project-related information. Ability to perform civil engineering drafting. Ability to estimate project costs. Ability to research and interpret local, state and federal regulations. Ability to keep a project moving to completion and meet project deadlines. Ability to work independently. Oral communication skills to effectively communicate one to one and in groups, on the phone and in person. Interpersonal skills to initiate and maintain effective working relationships with staff, developers, and the public. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment: ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, squat, climb and lift up to 30 pounds and to work outdoors or in a confined workspace. ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER Experience: Three (3) years of engineering experience related to design, land development and construction in public works or applicable field, with one (1) year of the experience being after acquiring the Professional Engineering License. Education: Equivalent to a B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's license at time of appointment. Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a professional engineer in the State of California. JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Civil engineering principles and practices as applied to municipal civil engineering. Methods and materials, including methods of inspection and testing of materials used for public works projects. Principles of supervision and leadership. Ability to: Prepare clear and concise plans. Prioritize public works projects and meet project deadlines. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Supplemental Information PROBATIONARY PERIOD: One (1) Year SELECTION PROCEDURE Candidates must submit a completed City of Hayward job application, the required licenses,and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, which fully describe the nature of their professional experience and qualifications. Be sure to scan and attach a copy of the required documents to your on-line application . Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered. Based on the information provided, those best qualified may be invited to the next phase of the process, which may include an oral, practical, and/or written examination. The examination process will result in a ranked eligible register of candidates for hiring consideration by the department. Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process. * Completion of this Supplemental Questionnaire is required for your application to be considered and is an integral part of the examination process. Writing 'see resume' or 'N/A' is not a sufficient response. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employmentbackground/referencecheck that mayinclude,but is not limited to: employment history, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. Some positions, depending on the nature of the work, also require a credit check and a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting. Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receiveemailnoticefromNeogov/Government Jobsand the City of Hayward. APPLICATIONS Candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.NeoGov.com. Paper applications can be obtained by contacting HR at: employment@hayward-ca.gov. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow atleastone (1)hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system. Our on-line application system is provided byGovernment Jobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact the Government Jobs Help Desk at (877) 204-4442. The City of Hayward is an Equal Opportunity Employer Closing Date/Time:
Dec 21, 2020
Full Time
Description UPDATED: Next review scheduled for September 21, 2020; First round applicants need not apply; open until filled. City of Hayward is excited to announce an opportunity to join its progressive and dynamic Engineering team as an Assistant or Associate Civil Engineer. This position performs journey level and professional engineering work in conjunction with Sepdesign, plan check, and construction, and maintenance of solar, water and wastewater projects. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Assistant Civil Engineer - This classification performs journey level professional engineering work in conjunction with construction and maintenance of Public Works projects. Monthly rate : $7,646- $9,305 Associate Civil Engineer - This classification performs more difficult and complex engineering design work on private development and public works projects; and supervise the work of Assistant Civil Engineers and Engineering Technicians performing related work. Monthly rate : $8,875 - $10,773 Incumbents may advance from the Assistant Civil Engineer to the Associate Civil Engineer level, as recommended by their supervisor and approved by the Director of Public Works, as they learn City and departmental practices and procedures. As knowledge and experience are gained, the work becomes broader in scope and assignments are more varied and are performed under more general supervision. Advancement to the higher classification requires gaining the knowledge, skill, experience and credentials that meet the qualifications for that class and demonstrating the ability to consistently perform the work of the higher classification. Essential Duties Duties may include but are not limited to the following: Assistant Civil Engineer Prepare and check engineering plans, cost estimates, designs and specifications for a variety of private development and Utility projects including wastewater treatment, sanitary sewers, storm drains, and water lines Perform engineering calculations Develop estimates of initial and long-term maintenance and operation costs for utility projects Provide engineering support for construction projects Coordinate with contractors, engineers and property owners Attend project meetings and engineering conferences Associate Civil Engineer Perform higher level professional engineering work such as the design of large and complex projects, and plan check water and wastewater projects Manage the planning and design of water, wastewater, and recycled water projects Assign, supervise and review the work of professional and technical personnel Prepare environmental studies and facility planning documents Provide engineering services during construction of large and complex water, wastewater, and recycled water projects A complete job description can be found at www.hayward-ca.gov . Minimum Qualifications ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEER Any combination equivalent to the experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Two (2) years experience in engineering related to design and construction in public works or applicable field. Education: Equivalent to graduation from college with a four year degree in Civil Engineering. Licenses and Certificates: Ability to obtain a valid Class C California Drivers License upon appointment. An Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T) Certificate issued by the California Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers. JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Knowledge of basic civil engineering principles. Knowledge of basic street and utility design. Ability to: Ability to collect, organize and interpret a variety of project-related information. Ability to perform civil engineering drafting. Ability to estimate project costs. Ability to research and interpret local, state and federal regulations. Ability to keep a project moving to completion and meet project deadlines. Ability to work independently. Oral communication skills to effectively communicate one to one and in groups, on the phone and in person. Interpersonal skills to initiate and maintain effective working relationships with staff, developers, and the public. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment: ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, squat, climb and lift up to 30 pounds and to work outdoors or in a confined workspace. ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER Experience: Three (3) years of engineering experience related to design, land development and construction in public works or applicable field, with one (1) year of the experience being after acquiring the Professional Engineering License. Education: Equivalent to a B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's license at time of appointment. Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a professional engineer in the State of California. JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Civil engineering principles and practices as applied to municipal civil engineering. Methods and materials, including methods of inspection and testing of materials used for public works projects. Principles of supervision and leadership. Ability to: Prepare clear and concise plans. Prioritize public works projects and meet project deadlines. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Supplemental Information PROBATIONARY PERIOD: One (1) Year SELECTION PROCEDURE Candidates must submit a completed City of Hayward job application, the required licenses,and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, which fully describe the nature of their professional experience and qualifications. Be sure to scan and attach a copy of the required documents to your on-line application . Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered. Based on the information provided, those best qualified may be invited to the next phase of the process, which may include an oral, practical, and/or written examination. The examination process will result in a ranked eligible register of candidates for hiring consideration by the department. Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process. * Completion of this Supplemental Questionnaire is required for your application to be considered and is an integral part of the examination process. Writing 'see resume' or 'N/A' is not a sufficient response. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employmentbackground/referencecheck that mayinclude,but is not limited to: employment history, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. Some positions, depending on the nature of the work, also require a credit check and a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting. Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receiveemailnoticefromNeogov/Government Jobsand the City of Hayward. APPLICATIONS Candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.NeoGov.com. Paper applications can be obtained by contacting HR at: employment@hayward-ca.gov. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow atleastone (1)hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system. Our on-line application system is provided byGovernment Jobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact the Government Jobs Help Desk at (877) 204-4442. The City of Hayward is an Equal Opportunity Employer Closing Date/Time:
Contra Costa Water District
CA, Concord, United States
GENERAL JOB FUNCTION PLEASE NOTE THAT SOCIAL DISTANCING AND SAFE PRACTICE PROCEDURES WILL BE ADHERED TO DURING EACH PHASE OF THE RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION PROCESS. CCWD has an exciting opportunity for an Associate Engineer in the Engineering Department. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated self-starter with strong interpersonal and leadership skills, a demonstrated record of successfully completing projects, sound knowledge of engineering principles and the ability to develop in-house design packages as the engineer of record and to manage design consultants. The ideal candidate values and incorporates safety in work practices and design products and will have experience in infrastructure design and public contracting, preferably with a focus on water facility and infrastructure design. The successful candidate will be an integral member of the team responsible for planning, designing and constructing improvements to the District's untreated water system and water treatment plants (WTPs). The Untreated Water Facilities Improvement Program implements projects to maintain and improve the pump stations, canals, and appurtenant infrastructure associated with the Contra Costa Canal, conveyance pipelines and facilities installed as part of the Los Vaqueros Reservoir system, and Mallard Slough intake and pipeline. The candidate may have an opportunity to work on the Canal Modernization Project, which will replace one or more segments of the Contra Costa Canal with a large diameter pipeline. The WTP Improvements Program implements projects that have been prioritized in the WTP Master Plan for the District's three treatment plants to meet regulatory requirements and treated water production demands through safe and cost-effective operations. Other responsibilities include reviewing utilities and developments that are proposed for construction within the right-of-way of District infrastructure and providing comments to protect the District's assets from damage during construction and preserve access for long-term maintenance. As a member of the Engineering Department, the successful candidate will be a technical resource throughout the District, including support to the Operations and Maintenance Department, and will team with engineers whose responsibilities include the programs described above, as well as untreated water reservoirs, distribution system renewal and replacement, and treated water distribution facilities. Disciplines that are recognized as contributing toward these assignments include civil, mechanical, structural, geotechnical and environmental engineering. Additionally, the position will develop construction cost estimates, participate in project design reviews, administer consulting and construction contracts, and coordinate engineering and construction activities with other District departments. CCWD commits to training and mentoring employees to ensure ongoing technical, project management, and professional growth and development. General Job Function: The Associate Engineer is the full journey level class within the Engineering series. This classification performs professional engineering work in the planning, design, construction and operation of water systems, facilities, and related projects. The Associate Engineer receives direction from supervisory or management personnel, exercises technical and functional supervision over professional and technical staff, and may exercise direct supervision over technical staff. The Associate Engineer class is distinguished from the Assistant Engineer by the assignment of the full range of professional duties and the employees acquisition of a Principal Engineer license. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Movement to this level is contingent on meeting performance standards established by the District and the resource management needs of the organization. Advancement from the entry level to the journey level is in accordance with District policies and procedures. The Associate Engineer class is distinguished from the Senior Engineer in that the latter performs engineering activities requiring a high level of skill and independent judgment and exercises direct supervision over assigned professional engineering staff. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES For a full description of examples of duties, please visit the following link: http://www.ccwater.com/605/Job-Descriptions MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: EDUCATION: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field. EXPERIENCE: Two years of responsible civil engineering experience performing duties similar to an Assistant Engineer with the Contra Costa Water District. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license. For a full listing of required knowledge, skills, and abilities, please visit the following link: http://www.ccwater.com/605/Job-Descriptions ADDITIONAL INFORMATION As a public agency employer in a relationship of responsibility and trust with our ratepayers and other constituents of the communities we serve, the Contra Costa Water District embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion within our core values. We recognize the strength and improved decision-making resulting from diverse staff participation in leadership, committees, and program/project administration. Accordingly, we strive to be a culturally diverse organization that recognizes, supports, and values the inclusion of diverse groups and views in all parts of the organization. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to the next step in the selection process. All candidate materials will be carefully evaluated and only those considered b est qualified will be invited to the next step in the selection process; the virtual oral panel interview. All candidates will be notified of their status via email by no later than Thursday, March 4, 2021. The TENTATIVE Virtual Oral Panel Interview date is Thursday, March 11, 2021. The Contra Costa Water District (CCWD) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Per Chapter 8, Division 4 of Title 1 of the California State Government Code, public employees are declared to be "Disaster Service Workers." As such, District employees may be called upon to support the activities of the District during an emergency situation. A condition of employment for all CCWD positions includes successfully passing a Department of Justice Livescan fingerprint check and completion of the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9. Additionally, in compliance with federal law, CCWD participates in E-Verify. Applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during any phase of the examination process are instructed to contact Human Resources at 925-688-8002.
Jan 21, 2021
Full Time
GENERAL JOB FUNCTION PLEASE NOTE THAT SOCIAL DISTANCING AND SAFE PRACTICE PROCEDURES WILL BE ADHERED TO DURING EACH PHASE OF THE RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION PROCESS. CCWD has an exciting opportunity for an Associate Engineer in the Engineering Department. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated self-starter with strong interpersonal and leadership skills, a demonstrated record of successfully completing projects, sound knowledge of engineering principles and the ability to develop in-house design packages as the engineer of record and to manage design consultants. The ideal candidate values and incorporates safety in work practices and design products and will have experience in infrastructure design and public contracting, preferably with a focus on water facility and infrastructure design. The successful candidate will be an integral member of the team responsible for planning, designing and constructing improvements to the District's untreated water system and water treatment plants (WTPs). The Untreated Water Facilities Improvement Program implements projects to maintain and improve the pump stations, canals, and appurtenant infrastructure associated with the Contra Costa Canal, conveyance pipelines and facilities installed as part of the Los Vaqueros Reservoir system, and Mallard Slough intake and pipeline. The candidate may have an opportunity to work on the Canal Modernization Project, which will replace one or more segments of the Contra Costa Canal with a large diameter pipeline. The WTP Improvements Program implements projects that have been prioritized in the WTP Master Plan for the District's three treatment plants to meet regulatory requirements and treated water production demands through safe and cost-effective operations. Other responsibilities include reviewing utilities and developments that are proposed for construction within the right-of-way of District infrastructure and providing comments to protect the District's assets from damage during construction and preserve access for long-term maintenance. As a member of the Engineering Department, the successful candidate will be a technical resource throughout the District, including support to the Operations and Maintenance Department, and will team with engineers whose responsibilities include the programs described above, as well as untreated water reservoirs, distribution system renewal and replacement, and treated water distribution facilities. Disciplines that are recognized as contributing toward these assignments include civil, mechanical, structural, geotechnical and environmental engineering. Additionally, the position will develop construction cost estimates, participate in project design reviews, administer consulting and construction contracts, and coordinate engineering and construction activities with other District departments. CCWD commits to training and mentoring employees to ensure ongoing technical, project management, and professional growth and development. General Job Function: The Associate Engineer is the full journey level class within the Engineering series. This classification performs professional engineering work in the planning, design, construction and operation of water systems, facilities, and related projects. The Associate Engineer receives direction from supervisory or management personnel, exercises technical and functional supervision over professional and technical staff, and may exercise direct supervision over technical staff. The Associate Engineer class is distinguished from the Assistant Engineer by the assignment of the full range of professional duties and the employees acquisition of a Principal Engineer license. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Movement to this level is contingent on meeting performance standards established by the District and the resource management needs of the organization. Advancement from the entry level to the journey level is in accordance with District policies and procedures. The Associate Engineer class is distinguished from the Senior Engineer in that the latter performs engineering activities requiring a high level of skill and independent judgment and exercises direct supervision over assigned professional engineering staff. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES For a full description of examples of duties, please visit the following link: http://www.ccwater.com/605/Job-Descriptions MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: EDUCATION: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field. EXPERIENCE: Two years of responsible civil engineering experience performing duties similar to an Assistant Engineer with the Contra Costa Water District. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license. For a full listing of required knowledge, skills, and abilities, please visit the following link: http://www.ccwater.com/605/Job-Descriptions ADDITIONAL INFORMATION As a public agency employer in a relationship of responsibility and trust with our ratepayers and other constituents of the communities we serve, the Contra Costa Water District embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion within our core values. We recognize the strength and improved decision-making resulting from diverse staff participation in leadership, committees, and program/project administration. Accordingly, we strive to be a culturally diverse organization that recognizes, supports, and values the inclusion of diverse groups and views in all parts of the organization. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to the next step in the selection process. All candidate materials will be carefully evaluated and only those considered b est qualified will be invited to the next step in the selection process; the virtual oral panel interview. All candidates will be notified of their status via email by no later than Thursday, March 4, 2021. The TENTATIVE Virtual Oral Panel Interview date is Thursday, March 11, 2021. The Contra Costa Water District (CCWD) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Per Chapter 8, Division 4 of Title 1 of the California State Government Code, public employees are declared to be "Disaster Service Workers." As such, District employees may be called upon to support the activities of the District during an emergency situation. A condition of employment for all CCWD positions includes successfully passing a Department of Justice Livescan fingerprint check and completion of the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9. Additionally, in compliance with federal law, CCWD participates in E-Verify. Applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during any phase of the examination process are instructed to contact Human Resources at 925-688-8002.
City of Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
THE POSITION This position is for Associate Electrical Engineer ASSISTANT ELECTRICAL ENGINEER / ASSOCIATE ELECTRICAL ENGINEER To perform professional electrical engineering work in the planning, design, technical investigation, and construction of public works and building related projects. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Assistant Electrical Engineer This is the journey level class in the professional electrical engineering series not requiring registration. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower class of Junior Engineer. Incumbents of this class perform the moderately difficult professional engineering work in electrical engineering. Assistant Electrical Engineers are normally considered to be of a continuing training status and as assigned responsibilities and breadth of knowledge increase with experience, and registration is received, may reasonably expect their positions to be reassigned to the next higher class of Associate Electrical Engineer. Associate Electrical Engineer This is the full journey level class in the electrical engineering series requiring registration. Positions in the class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower class of Assistant Electrical Engineer, or, when filled from the outside, require prior advanced professional electrical engineering work experience. An Associate Electrical Engineer works under general supervision and is expected to complete complex electrical engineering assignments requiring the use of judgement and initiative in developing solutions to problems, interpreting general policies, and determining work assignments. Work in this class is distinguished from that of the Assistant Electrical Engineer class by the greater complexity of the assignments received and by the greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to operate. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Direction is provided by a higher level professional engineer or a division head level position. Responsibilities of an Associate Electrical Engineer may include the direct or indirect supervision of lower level professional engineers and technical personnel. Responsibilities of an Assistant Electrical Engineer may include the technical or functional supervision of technical personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Supervise and participate in the preparation of plans and specifications for the construction of water utility, street, storm drain and sanitary sewer pump stations, street lighting, traffic signal, buildings, and related public works and City building projects; research project design requirements; perform complex calculations and prepare estimates of material costs and time considerations. Assign routine inspection, investigation, design, and drafting tasks to technical subordinates; review completed work; assist in the solution of difficult problems. Research building codes, publications, and industry information sources. Develop and revise design and construction standards. Participate in the implementation of the City's traffic and transportation engineering programs; prepare and revise plans and specifications for traffic related projects; prepare special studies and reports and coordinate major projects. Participate in the City's Building Code Compliance program. Investigate field problems affecting property owners, contractors, and maintenance operations. Order survey, mapping, and data collection. Prepare estimates and feasibility reports for new or modified services and structures. Administer contracts for construction projects. Participate in the plan check, review, and processing of plans for private developments affecting streets, sewers, drains, and relate public works facilities and ensure that they meet all City imposed requirements. Check building plans for compliance with City building codes and ordinances. Prepare special engineering studies and reports. Serve as staff to a variety of City commissions, boards, and committees on public works, utility matters, or building code appeals issues. Coordinate planning, design, and construction activities with other City departments, divisions, and sections, and with outside agencies. May supervise, train, and evaluate lower level professional, technical, and clerical subordinates. Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed may necessarily be performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Assistant Electrical Engineer Knowledge of: Principles and practices of electrical engineering as applied to public works, utilities, traffic, or building construction projects. Methods, materials, and techniques used in the construction of public works, building and utilities projects. Modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding electrical engineering and building codes and ordinances. Ability to: Make complex engineering computations and to check, design, and supervise the preparation of engineering plans and studies. Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Use and care for engineering and drafting instruments and equipment. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience One year of experience in professional electrical engineering work and Education A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major study in electrical engineering. - Or - Possession of an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certificate. All education requirements must be verifiable from records of satisfactory completion of courses. Associate Electrical Engineer In addition to the qualifications for Assistant Electrical Engineer: Knowledge of: City engineering policies and procedures. Principles of supervision and training. Ability to: Perform complex professional engineering work with a minimum of supervision. Supervise and train subordinates. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Two years of experience comparable to that of an Assistant Electrical Engineer in the City of Sacramento. License or Certificate: Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California. Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer must be verifiable. PROOF OF CERTIFICATION Proof of the required certificate and/or license must be submitted to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as an attachment(s) to the online application, faxed to (916) 596-1556, or emailed to employment@cityofsacramento.org by the final filing deadline . If submitting via fax/email, please include your name and Job #011020-21-CW on your documents. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. Important note: Applications will be rejected without proof of the required certification or license. PROBATIONARY PERIOD Employees must successfully complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on 40 hours per week (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week) . If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application, delivered in person, or sent to the Employment Office by email/fax or mailed by the final filing deadline. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C 2. Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- Human Resources will evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications stated on the job announcement. 3. Training and Experience Test : (Weighted 100%) - The Supplemental Questionnaire located at the end of the application is the Training and Experience Exam. Only the applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will become candidates and their supplemental questionnaire will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. Therefore, your responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough and complete because the exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the supplemental questionnaire, please note: Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaires will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. 4. Eligibility : Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at http://www.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Career-Opportunities ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726
Jan 18, 2021
Full Time
THE POSITION This position is for Associate Electrical Engineer ASSISTANT ELECTRICAL ENGINEER / ASSOCIATE ELECTRICAL ENGINEER To perform professional electrical engineering work in the planning, design, technical investigation, and construction of public works and building related projects. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Assistant Electrical Engineer This is the journey level class in the professional electrical engineering series not requiring registration. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower class of Junior Engineer. Incumbents of this class perform the moderately difficult professional engineering work in electrical engineering. Assistant Electrical Engineers are normally considered to be of a continuing training status and as assigned responsibilities and breadth of knowledge increase with experience, and registration is received, may reasonably expect their positions to be reassigned to the next higher class of Associate Electrical Engineer. Associate Electrical Engineer This is the full journey level class in the electrical engineering series requiring registration. Positions in the class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower class of Assistant Electrical Engineer, or, when filled from the outside, require prior advanced professional electrical engineering work experience. An Associate Electrical Engineer works under general supervision and is expected to complete complex electrical engineering assignments requiring the use of judgement and initiative in developing solutions to problems, interpreting general policies, and determining work assignments. Work in this class is distinguished from that of the Assistant Electrical Engineer class by the greater complexity of the assignments received and by the greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to operate. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Direction is provided by a higher level professional engineer or a division head level position. Responsibilities of an Associate Electrical Engineer may include the direct or indirect supervision of lower level professional engineers and technical personnel. Responsibilities of an Assistant Electrical Engineer may include the technical or functional supervision of technical personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Supervise and participate in the preparation of plans and specifications for the construction of water utility, street, storm drain and sanitary sewer pump stations, street lighting, traffic signal, buildings, and related public works and City building projects; research project design requirements; perform complex calculations and prepare estimates of material costs and time considerations. Assign routine inspection, investigation, design, and drafting tasks to technical subordinates; review completed work; assist in the solution of difficult problems. Research building codes, publications, and industry information sources. Develop and revise design and construction standards. Participate in the implementation of the City's traffic and transportation engineering programs; prepare and revise plans and specifications for traffic related projects; prepare special studies and reports and coordinate major projects. Participate in the City's Building Code Compliance program. Investigate field problems affecting property owners, contractors, and maintenance operations. Order survey, mapping, and data collection. Prepare estimates and feasibility reports for new or modified services and structures. Administer contracts for construction projects. Participate in the plan check, review, and processing of plans for private developments affecting streets, sewers, drains, and relate public works facilities and ensure that they meet all City imposed requirements. Check building plans for compliance with City building codes and ordinances. Prepare special engineering studies and reports. Serve as staff to a variety of City commissions, boards, and committees on public works, utility matters, or building code appeals issues. Coordinate planning, design, and construction activities with other City departments, divisions, and sections, and with outside agencies. May supervise, train, and evaluate lower level professional, technical, and clerical subordinates. Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed may necessarily be performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Assistant Electrical Engineer Knowledge of: Principles and practices of electrical engineering as applied to public works, utilities, traffic, or building construction projects. Methods, materials, and techniques used in the construction of public works, building and utilities projects. Modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding electrical engineering and building codes and ordinances. Ability to: Make complex engineering computations and to check, design, and supervise the preparation of engineering plans and studies. Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Use and care for engineering and drafting instruments and equipment. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience One year of experience in professional electrical engineering work and Education A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major study in electrical engineering. - Or - Possession of an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certificate. All education requirements must be verifiable from records of satisfactory completion of courses. Associate Electrical Engineer In addition to the qualifications for Assistant Electrical Engineer: Knowledge of: City engineering policies and procedures. Principles of supervision and training. Ability to: Perform complex professional engineering work with a minimum of supervision. Supervise and train subordinates. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Two years of experience comparable to that of an Assistant Electrical Engineer in the City of Sacramento. License or Certificate: Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California. Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer must be verifiable. PROOF OF CERTIFICATION Proof of the required certificate and/or license must be submitted to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as an attachment(s) to the online application, faxed to (916) 596-1556, or emailed to employment@cityofsacramento.org by the final filing deadline . If submitting via fax/email, please include your name and Job #011020-21-CW on your documents. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. Important note: Applications will be rejected without proof of the required certification or license. PROBATIONARY PERIOD Employees must successfully complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on 40 hours per week (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week) . If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application, delivered in person, or sent to the Employment Office by email/fax or mailed by the final filing deadline. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C 2. Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- Human Resources will evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications stated on the job announcement. 3. Training and Experience Test : (Weighted 100%) - The Supplemental Questionnaire located at the end of the application is the Training and Experience Exam. Only the applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will become candidates and their supplemental questionnaire will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. Therefore, your responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough and complete because the exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the supplemental questionnaire, please note: Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaires will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. 4. Eligibility : Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at http://www.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Career-Opportunities ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726
CITY OF LAGUNA BEACH, CA
Laguna Beach, CA, United States
Description The City of Laguna Beach is excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for the position of Associate Civil Engineer! City of Laguna Beach: With seven miles of City beaches and towering hills with captivating Pacific views, Laguna Beach residents enjoy some of the most stunning landscapes in Southern California. The City of Laguna Beach hosts millions of visitors to its world-famous arts festivals and beautiful beaches. Services provided to its resident population of approximately 23,000 include police, fire, marine safety, recreation, parks, public works, community development, parking, transit and animal control. The Department & Division: The Mission of the Public Works Department is to preserve, maintain, and enhance the City's infrastructure and natural resources, and provide services and environmental stewardship for the benefits of Laguna Beach residents, businesses and visitors. The Department is organized into the following divisions: Engineering, Administration , Fleet Maintenance, Parks and Building Maintenance, Street Maintenance, Solid Waste, Parking Management and Operations, Traffic, Parking and Signs Maintenance, and Transit Services. The Position: The Associate Civil Engineer works independently in managing design consultants and construction contractors and oversees the design and construction of a variety of capital improvement projects, including streets, drainage, and other public facilities improvements. This position reports to the Assistant City Engineer. Selection Process : Applications will be screened carefully, and selected applicants will be invited to participate in the Structured Panel Interview. Those recommended for further evaluation will undergo a department interview with City staff. Based on the City's needs, the selection process may be modified. Candidates will be notified via e-mail of any changes in the selection process. Pre-Placement Process : Selected candidates must successfully pass a police background check with the Laguna Beach Police Department, including a fingerprint check with the State Department of Justice, and a pre-placement physical including a drug test. Education and employment verification and reference check(s) will also be conducted. Ideal Candidates Will Possess the Following Experience : Performing oversight of the design and construction of Capital Improvement, Assessment District, and utility undergrounding projects in a public setting Reviewing Development Plans Coordinating projects with utilities and other applicable agencies Making public presentations Successfully working in a collaborative, team environment Examples of Duties Most design work is performed through the use of consultant services. The Associate Civil Engineer is charged with responsibility for overseeing the work of these consultants. The Associate Civil Engineer also conducts oral presentations on projects to the Planning Commission, interacts with the community regarding capital improvement projects, utility undergrounding assessment districts, and special projects, and oversees/inspects the work of others, including department staff. This position applies for grant funding and ensures compliance with funding requirements. Minimum Qualifications Any combination demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows: Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering. Familiarity with AutoCAD, and Arc GIS, is desirable. Experience: Four years (full time or part-time equivalent) of responsible civil engineering experience. This professional work experience must include at least three (3) years working on the design or administration of public works projects. Engineering experience in a municipal agency is highly desired. License/Certificate Requirements: Due to the performance of some field duties, which may require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid California Driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required. Possession of a current registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California is also required. Supplemental Information Knowledge of: PC applications, including Excel and MS Word; Advanced skills in AutoCad, GIS or other engineering applications; supervision of design consultants; and construction contract administration. Ability to: Effectively handle a demanding workload of multiple priorities; work effectively and cooperatively with those contacted in the performance of duties, including the general public; work beyond the normal schedule when necessary to accomplish tasks in an exemplary manner; communicate using exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Physical, Mental and Environmental Working Conditions: The duties and responsibilities of this position are performed in an office environment and involve sitting, standing, and walking for prolonged or intermittent periods of time, and include reaching, bending, and twisting at the waist to perform desk work and operate general office equipment including a personal computer with keyboard for prolonged or intermittent periods of time. The operation of a personal computer requires finger and wrist dexterity and the ability to withstand exposure to vibration, pitch and glare from the computer. Employee must be able to safely lift and carry books, files and reports weighing up to 25 pounds. Must be able to lift files and reports from counter tops or file drawers and withstand exposure to vibration, pitch and glare from a computer. An incumbent must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Must be able to work cooperatively and effectively with others encountered during the course of duty. FLSA Designation: Non-exempt Closing Date/Time: 1/31/2021 11:59 PM Pacific
Dec 16, 2020
Full Time
Description The City of Laguna Beach is excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for the position of Associate Civil Engineer! City of Laguna Beach: With seven miles of City beaches and towering hills with captivating Pacific views, Laguna Beach residents enjoy some of the most stunning landscapes in Southern California. The City of Laguna Beach hosts millions of visitors to its world-famous arts festivals and beautiful beaches. Services provided to its resident population of approximately 23,000 include police, fire, marine safety, recreation, parks, public works, community development, parking, transit and animal control. The Department & Division: The Mission of the Public Works Department is to preserve, maintain, and enhance the City's infrastructure and natural resources, and provide services and environmental stewardship for the benefits of Laguna Beach residents, businesses and visitors. The Department is organized into the following divisions: Engineering, Administration , Fleet Maintenance, Parks and Building Maintenance, Street Maintenance, Solid Waste, Parking Management and Operations, Traffic, Parking and Signs Maintenance, and Transit Services. The Position: The Associate Civil Engineer works independently in managing design consultants and construction contractors and oversees the design and construction of a variety of capital improvement projects, including streets, drainage, and other public facilities improvements. This position reports to the Assistant City Engineer. Selection Process : Applications will be screened carefully, and selected applicants will be invited to participate in the Structured Panel Interview. Those recommended for further evaluation will undergo a department interview with City staff. Based on the City's needs, the selection process may be modified. Candidates will be notified via e-mail of any changes in the selection process. Pre-Placement Process : Selected candidates must successfully pass a police background check with the Laguna Beach Police Department, including a fingerprint check with the State Department of Justice, and a pre-placement physical including a drug test. Education and employment verification and reference check(s) will also be conducted. Ideal Candidates Will Possess the Following Experience : Performing oversight of the design and construction of Capital Improvement, Assessment District, and utility undergrounding projects in a public setting Reviewing Development Plans Coordinating projects with utilities and other applicable agencies Making public presentations Successfully working in a collaborative, team environment Examples of Duties Most design work is performed through the use of consultant services. The Associate Civil Engineer is charged with responsibility for overseeing the work of these consultants. The Associate Civil Engineer also conducts oral presentations on projects to the Planning Commission, interacts with the community regarding capital improvement projects, utility undergrounding assessment districts, and special projects, and oversees/inspects the work of others, including department staff. This position applies for grant funding and ensures compliance with funding requirements. Minimum Qualifications Any combination demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows: Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering. Familiarity with AutoCAD, and Arc GIS, is desirable. Experience: Four years (full time or part-time equivalent) of responsible civil engineering experience. This professional work experience must include at least three (3) years working on the design or administration of public works projects. Engineering experience in a municipal agency is highly desired. License/Certificate Requirements: Due to the performance of some field duties, which may require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid California Driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required. Possession of a current registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California is also required. Supplemental Information Knowledge of: PC applications, including Excel and MS Word; Advanced skills in AutoCad, GIS or other engineering applications; supervision of design consultants; and construction contract administration. Ability to: Effectively handle a demanding workload of multiple priorities; work effectively and cooperatively with those contacted in the performance of duties, including the general public; work beyond the normal schedule when necessary to accomplish tasks in an exemplary manner; communicate using exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Physical, Mental and Environmental Working Conditions: The duties and responsibilities of this position are performed in an office environment and involve sitting, standing, and walking for prolonged or intermittent periods of time, and include reaching, bending, and twisting at the waist to perform desk work and operate general office equipment including a personal computer with keyboard for prolonged or intermittent periods of time. The operation of a personal computer requires finger and wrist dexterity and the ability to withstand exposure to vibration, pitch and glare from the computer. Employee must be able to safely lift and carry books, files and reports weighing up to 25 pounds. Must be able to lift files and reports from counter tops or file drawers and withstand exposure to vibration, pitch and glare from a computer. An incumbent must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Must be able to work cooperatively and effectively with others encountered during the course of duty. FLSA Designation: Non-exempt Closing Date/Time: 1/31/2021 11:59 PM Pacific
City of Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
THE POSITION The Engineering Services Division in the Department of Public Works The Public Works Engineering Services Division focuses on managing the City's investment in new transportation infrastructure. By planning, funding and delivering capital improvement projects, and reviewing private development projects, the division improves the safety and usability of the City's transportation system for all users: pedestrians, bicyclists and vehicles. The division delivers road, bridge, traffic signal, and streetlight improvement projects, and provides planning, design, inspection, and survey services. The Transportation Division in the Department of Public Works The Transportation Division's primary focus is maintaining and enhancing traffic operations, traffic safety and multimodal mobility for our citizens and customers. The Division has several unique business lines and is responsible for traffic operations, design, management, studies, entitlements, education, investigation, traffic signs and markings, and traffic signals and street lighting. Transportation staff manages many projects such as transportation studies for new development areas and controlling the traffic operations center. Maintenance functions of traffic signals, signs and street lighting ranges from new installations to repairing knocked down street signs and reinstalling stolen copper wire to reestablish neighborhood lighting. The Building Division in the Community Development Department The City of Sacramento Building Division regulates construction and development to safeguard and ensure the health and safety of the public. As part of the permit process, plans and calculations are reviewed to ensure compliance with adopted City, State, and Federal building code requirements. Building permits are issued for new construction as well as for additions to and remodeling of existing buildings and structures. The Engineering and Water Resources Division in the Department of Utilities The Engineering and Water Resources Division (E&WR) is one of 5 divisions within the Department of Utilities. E&WR provides engineering and technical support to the Operations and Maintenance Division; plans, designs and constructs several millions of dollars of capital improvements each year; develops short and long-range capital improvement priorities and works with the Director and the Business and Integrated Planning Division to strategically plan for future funding requirements; works closely with other city departments and the development community to plan for and build high quality, reliable infrastructure to serve new neighborhoods; and assures compliance with the ever increasing and demanding regulatory requirements and mandates that face the Department. ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEER / ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER To perform professional civil engineering work in the planning, design, technical investigation, and construction of projects in the areas of public works, transportation, hydraulics, and structural engineering. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Assistant Civil Engineer This is the journey level class in the professional civil engineering series not requiring registration. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower class of Junior Engineer. Incumbents of this class perform the moderately difficult professional engineering work in civil engineering. Assistant Civil Engineers are normally considered to be of a continuing training status and as assigned responsibilities and breadth of knowledge increase with experience, and registration is received, may reasonably expect their positions to be reassigned to the next higher class of Associate Civil Engineer. Associate Civil Engineer This is the full journey level class in the civil engineering series requiring registration. Positions in the class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower class of Assistant Civil Engineer, or, when filled from the outside, require prior advanced professional civil engineering work experience. An Associate Civil Engineer works under general supervision and is expected to complete complex civil engineering assignments requiring the use of judgment and initiative in developing solutions to problems, interpreting general policies, and determining work assignments. Work in this class is distinguished from that of the Assistant Civil Engineer class by the greater complexity of the assignments received and by the greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to operate. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Direction is provided by a higher level professional engineer or a division head level position. Responsibilities of an Associate Civil Engineer may include the direct or indirect supervision of lower level professional engineers and technical personnel. Responsibilities of an Assistant Civil Engineer may include the technical or functional supervision of technical personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Supervise and participate in the preparation of plans and specifications for the construction of water utility, street, storm drain and sanitary sewer pump stations, street lighting, traffic signal, buildings, and related public works and City building projects; research project design requirements; perform complex calculations and prepare estimates of material costs and time considerations. Assign routine inspection, investigation, design, and drafting tasks to technical subordinates; review completed work; assist in the solution of difficult problems. Research building codes, publications and industry information sources. Develop and revise design and construction standards. Participate in the implementation of the City's traffic and transportation engineering programs; prepare and revise plans and specifications for traffic related projects; prepare special studies and reports and coordinate major projects. Participate in the City's Building Code Compliance program. Investigate field problems affecting property owners, contractors, and maintenance operations. Order survey, mapping, and data collection. Prepare estimates and feasibility reports for new or modified services and structures. Administer contracts for construction projects. Participate in the plan check, review, and processing of plans for private developments affecting streets, sewers, drains and related public works facilities and ensure that they meet all City imposed requirements. Check building plans for compliance with City building codes and ordinances. Prepare special engineering studies and reports. Serve as staff to a variety of City commissions, boards, and committees on public works, utility matters, or building code appeals issues. Coordinate planning, design, and construction activities with other City departments, divisions, and sections, and with outside agencies. May supervise, train, and evaluate lower level professional, technical and clerical subordinates. Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed may necessarily be performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Assistant Civil Engineer Knowledge of: Principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to public works, utilities, traffic, or building construction projects. Methods, materials, and techniques used in the construction of public works, building and utilities projects. Modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding civil engineering and building codes and ordinances. Ability to: Make complex engineering computations and to check, design, and supervise the preparation of engineering plans and studies. Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Use and care for engineering and drafting instruments and equipment. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience One year of experience in professional civil engineering work in one of the areas of assignments and Education A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major study in civil engineering. -Or- Possession of an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certificate. All education requirements must be verifiable from records of satisfactory completion of courses. Associate Civil Engineer In addition to the qualifications for Assistant Civil Engineer: Knowledge of: City engineering policies and procedures. Principles of supervision and training. Ability to: Perform complex professional engineering work with a minimum of supervision. Supervise and train subordinates. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience Two years of experience comparable to that of an Assistant Civil Engineer in the City of Sacramento. License or Certificate: Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California. Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer must be verifiable. PROOF OF CERTIFICATION Proof of the required certificate and/or license must be submitted to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as an attachment(s) to the online application, faxed to (916) 596-1556, or emailed to employment@cityofsacramento.org by the final filing deadline . If submitting via fax/email, please include your name and Job # 011012-21-CW on your documents. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. Important note: Applications will be rejected without proof of the required certification or license. PROBATIONARY PERIOD Employees must successfully complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on 40 hours per week (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week) . If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application, delivered in person, or sent to the Employment Office by email/fax or mailed by the final filing deadline. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C 2. Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- Human Resources will evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications stated on the job announcement. 3. Training and Experience Test : (Weighted 100%) - The Supplemental Questionnaire located at the end of the application is the Training and Experience Exam. Only the applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will become candidates and their supplemental questionnaire will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. Therefore, your responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough and complete because the exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the supplemental questionnaire, please note: Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaires will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. 4. Eligibility : Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at http://www.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Career-Opportunities ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726
Jan 16, 2021
Full Time
THE POSITION The Engineering Services Division in the Department of Public Works The Public Works Engineering Services Division focuses on managing the City's investment in new transportation infrastructure. By planning, funding and delivering capital improvement projects, and reviewing private development projects, the division improves the safety and usability of the City's transportation system for all users: pedestrians, bicyclists and vehicles. The division delivers road, bridge, traffic signal, and streetlight improvement projects, and provides planning, design, inspection, and survey services. The Transportation Division in the Department of Public Works The Transportation Division's primary focus is maintaining and enhancing traffic operations, traffic safety and multimodal mobility for our citizens and customers. The Division has several unique business lines and is responsible for traffic operations, design, management, studies, entitlements, education, investigation, traffic signs and markings, and traffic signals and street lighting. Transportation staff manages many projects such as transportation studies for new development areas and controlling the traffic operations center. Maintenance functions of traffic signals, signs and street lighting ranges from new installations to repairing knocked down street signs and reinstalling stolen copper wire to reestablish neighborhood lighting. The Building Division in the Community Development Department The City of Sacramento Building Division regulates construction and development to safeguard and ensure the health and safety of the public. As part of the permit process, plans and calculations are reviewed to ensure compliance with adopted City, State, and Federal building code requirements. Building permits are issued for new construction as well as for additions to and remodeling of existing buildings and structures. The Engineering and Water Resources Division in the Department of Utilities The Engineering and Water Resources Division (E&WR) is one of 5 divisions within the Department of Utilities. E&WR provides engineering and technical support to the Operations and Maintenance Division; plans, designs and constructs several millions of dollars of capital improvements each year; develops short and long-range capital improvement priorities and works with the Director and the Business and Integrated Planning Division to strategically plan for future funding requirements; works closely with other city departments and the development community to plan for and build high quality, reliable infrastructure to serve new neighborhoods; and assures compliance with the ever increasing and demanding regulatory requirements and mandates that face the Department. ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEER / ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER To perform professional civil engineering work in the planning, design, technical investigation, and construction of projects in the areas of public works, transportation, hydraulics, and structural engineering. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Assistant Civil Engineer This is the journey level class in the professional civil engineering series not requiring registration. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower class of Junior Engineer. Incumbents of this class perform the moderately difficult professional engineering work in civil engineering. Assistant Civil Engineers are normally considered to be of a continuing training status and as assigned responsibilities and breadth of knowledge increase with experience, and registration is received, may reasonably expect their positions to be reassigned to the next higher class of Associate Civil Engineer. Associate Civil Engineer This is the full journey level class in the civil engineering series requiring registration. Positions in the class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower class of Assistant Civil Engineer, or, when filled from the outside, require prior advanced professional civil engineering work experience. An Associate Civil Engineer works under general supervision and is expected to complete complex civil engineering assignments requiring the use of judgment and initiative in developing solutions to problems, interpreting general policies, and determining work assignments. Work in this class is distinguished from that of the Assistant Civil Engineer class by the greater complexity of the assignments received and by the greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to operate. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Direction is provided by a higher level professional engineer or a division head level position. Responsibilities of an Associate Civil Engineer may include the direct or indirect supervision of lower level professional engineers and technical personnel. Responsibilities of an Assistant Civil Engineer may include the technical or functional supervision of technical personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Supervise and participate in the preparation of plans and specifications for the construction of water utility, street, storm drain and sanitary sewer pump stations, street lighting, traffic signal, buildings, and related public works and City building projects; research project design requirements; perform complex calculations and prepare estimates of material costs and time considerations. Assign routine inspection, investigation, design, and drafting tasks to technical subordinates; review completed work; assist in the solution of difficult problems. Research building codes, publications and industry information sources. Develop and revise design and construction standards. Participate in the implementation of the City's traffic and transportation engineering programs; prepare and revise plans and specifications for traffic related projects; prepare special studies and reports and coordinate major projects. Participate in the City's Building Code Compliance program. Investigate field problems affecting property owners, contractors, and maintenance operations. Order survey, mapping, and data collection. Prepare estimates and feasibility reports for new or modified services and structures. Administer contracts for construction projects. Participate in the plan check, review, and processing of plans for private developments affecting streets, sewers, drains and related public works facilities and ensure that they meet all City imposed requirements. Check building plans for compliance with City building codes and ordinances. Prepare special engineering studies and reports. Serve as staff to a variety of City commissions, boards, and committees on public works, utility matters, or building code appeals issues. Coordinate planning, design, and construction activities with other City departments, divisions, and sections, and with outside agencies. May supervise, train, and evaluate lower level professional, technical and clerical subordinates. Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed may necessarily be performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Assistant Civil Engineer Knowledge of: Principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to public works, utilities, traffic, or building construction projects. Methods, materials, and techniques used in the construction of public works, building and utilities projects. Modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding civil engineering and building codes and ordinances. Ability to: Make complex engineering computations and to check, design, and supervise the preparation of engineering plans and studies. Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Use and care for engineering and drafting instruments and equipment. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience One year of experience in professional civil engineering work in one of the areas of assignments and Education A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major study in civil engineering. -Or- Possession of an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certificate. All education requirements must be verifiable from records of satisfactory completion of courses. Associate Civil Engineer In addition to the qualifications for Assistant Civil Engineer: Knowledge of: City engineering policies and procedures. Principles of supervision and training. Ability to: Perform complex professional engineering work with a minimum of supervision. Supervise and train subordinates. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience Two years of experience comparable to that of an Assistant Civil Engineer in the City of Sacramento. License or Certificate: Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California. Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer must be verifiable. PROOF OF CERTIFICATION Proof of the required certificate and/or license must be submitted to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as an attachment(s) to the online application, faxed to (916) 596-1556, or emailed to employment@cityofsacramento.org by the final filing deadline . If submitting via fax/email, please include your name and Job # 011012-21-CW on your documents. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. Important note: Applications will be rejected without proof of the required certification or license. PROBATIONARY PERIOD Employees must successfully complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on 40 hours per week (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week) . If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application, delivered in person, or sent to the Employment Office by email/fax or mailed by the final filing deadline. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C 2. Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- Human Resources will evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications stated on the job announcement. 3. Training and Experience Test : (Weighted 100%) - The Supplemental Questionnaire located at the end of the application is the Training and Experience Exam. Only the applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will become candidates and their supplemental questionnaire will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. Therefore, your responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough and complete because the exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the supplemental questionnaire, please note: Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaires will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. 4. Eligibility : Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at http://www.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Career-Opportunities ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726
Sacramento County, CA
Sacramento, CA, United States
The Position This is a continuous filing exam. The next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 10/01/20, 2/4/21, 4/4/21, 7/1/21, 10/7/21 Level I: $5,122.58 to $5,648.00/month Level II: $6,164.83 to $7,866.50/month Assistant Engineer - Civil (Level I) is the trainee level class in the professional civil engineering series. Incumbents perform field and office assignments of a less complex nature in connection with the planning, design, construction and maintenance of a wide variety of civil engineering projects. Incumbents are expected to demonstrate increased proficiency during the training period, and, upon completion thereof, promote to the Assistant Engineer - Civil (Level II). Incumbents are gradually given more difficult and responsible assignments and may assist experienced engineers in charge of more difficult civil engineering projects. Assistant Engineer - Civil (Level II) is the journey level class in the professional civil engineering series. Under general supervision, incumbents are responsible for routine office or field projects of average difficulty and are expected to direct them to completion. Incumbents assigned to Level II generally have, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications for the class, at least one year of paraprofessional engineering experience equivalent to one of the following classes in Sacramento County service: an Assistant Engineer - Civil (Level I), Senior Engineering Technician or higher. A Master's Degree in Civil Engineering may be substituted for the experience. An Assistant Engineer - Civil (Level II) may serve as a resident engineer on smaller, less complex construction projects. Civil engineering work of this type is generally supervised and reviewed by positions in the next higher class, Associate Civil Engineer, which is assigned the function of squad or project leader. Assistant Engineers - Civil (Level II) have no supervisory responsibility, but may provide technical direction to subordinate engineering and paraprofessional engineering personnel engaged in design and construction of such work. The duties, knowledge and abilities of the Level I and the Level II are the same except the work is originally done under close supervision; as experience is gained, greater independence of action is increased and less detailed supervision is received until the incumbent is functioning at the first working level. Watch to Explore your career with purpose Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Principles of physics and mathematics used in civil engineering and their application to engineering problems Topographic and construction surveying, stress analysis, mechanics and properties of materials Common methods and equipment in engineering construction and of inspection methods used in reviewing such work Real property descriptions Hydraulics and pumps Civil engineering design and drafting methods and equipment Ability to Make accurate computations and neat and accurate field notes Prepare reports Maintain effective working relationships with fellow workers and the public Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Either : 1. Graduation from a curriculum in civil engineering accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology. Note: To verify if your degree program is ABET accredited, visit www.abet.org Or : 2. Current Engineer-in-Training Certificate, issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the final filing or cut-off date listed in this notice. General Qualifications Driver's License: A valid Driver's License, Class C or higher, is required prior to appointment to this class. Failure to maintain the appropriate California Driver's License may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certificates/licenses: Per Health and Safety Code, Sections 18949.25 - 18949.31, incumbents may be required to obtain a certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County, within two years of date of hire or assignment. Some positions in this class series require incumbents to complete one year of verifiable experience in the appropriate field and, within one year thereafter, to obtain certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County. Any person currently and continuously employed by the County as an inspector, plans examiner or building official, for not less than two years prior to January 1, 1996, is exempt from the certification requirements as outlined above. In addition, persons appointed to this class might be required to complete a minimum of 45 hours of continuing education every three years. The County may determine appropriate providers of continuing education such as community colleges or organizations affiliated with code enforcement. Note: Failure to meet the required certification requirements may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Physical Abilities: Sit for extended periods, frequently stand and walk Have manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination needed to use a variety of office equipment such as computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, and drafting equipment Have corrected vision in order to perform drafting, review maps and legal descriptions, and perform other essential functions of the job Occasionally walk on uneven terrain at construction sites, etc. Individuals who are unable to pass some of the physical requirements due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working Conditions: May be required to work in excess of 40 hours a week and/or work irregular hours, particularly during emergency situations. Background/Criminal History: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment within this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedure B-5 and applicable federal and state law. The County shall not consider for employment any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the applicant's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Dec 21, 2020
The Position This is a continuous filing exam. The next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 10/01/20, 2/4/21, 4/4/21, 7/1/21, 10/7/21 Level I: $5,122.58 to $5,648.00/month Level II: $6,164.83 to $7,866.50/month Assistant Engineer - Civil (Level I) is the trainee level class in the professional civil engineering series. Incumbents perform field and office assignments of a less complex nature in connection with the planning, design, construction and maintenance of a wide variety of civil engineering projects. Incumbents are expected to demonstrate increased proficiency during the training period, and, upon completion thereof, promote to the Assistant Engineer - Civil (Level II). Incumbents are gradually given more difficult and responsible assignments and may assist experienced engineers in charge of more difficult civil engineering projects. Assistant Engineer - Civil (Level II) is the journey level class in the professional civil engineering series. Under general supervision, incumbents are responsible for routine office or field projects of average difficulty and are expected to direct them to completion. Incumbents assigned to Level II generally have, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications for the class, at least one year of paraprofessional engineering experience equivalent to one of the following classes in Sacramento County service: an Assistant Engineer - Civil (Level I), Senior Engineering Technician or higher. A Master's Degree in Civil Engineering may be substituted for the experience. An Assistant Engineer - Civil (Level II) may serve as a resident engineer on smaller, less complex construction projects. Civil engineering work of this type is generally supervised and reviewed by positions in the next higher class, Associate Civil Engineer, which is assigned the function of squad or project leader. Assistant Engineers - Civil (Level II) have no supervisory responsibility, but may provide technical direction to subordinate engineering and paraprofessional engineering personnel engaged in design and construction of such work. The duties, knowledge and abilities of the Level I and the Level II are the same except the work is originally done under close supervision; as experience is gained, greater independence of action is increased and less detailed supervision is received until the incumbent is functioning at the first working level. Watch to Explore your career with purpose Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Principles of physics and mathematics used in civil engineering and their application to engineering problems Topographic and construction surveying, stress analysis, mechanics and properties of materials Common methods and equipment in engineering construction and of inspection methods used in reviewing such work Real property descriptions Hydraulics and pumps Civil engineering design and drafting methods and equipment Ability to Make accurate computations and neat and accurate field notes Prepare reports Maintain effective working relationships with fellow workers and the public Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Either : 1. Graduation from a curriculum in civil engineering accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology. Note: To verify if your degree program is ABET accredited, visit www.abet.org Or : 2. Current Engineer-in-Training Certificate, issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the final filing or cut-off date listed in this notice. General Qualifications Driver's License: A valid Driver's License, Class C or higher, is required prior to appointment to this class. Failure to maintain the appropriate California Driver's License may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certificates/licenses: Per Health and Safety Code, Sections 18949.25 - 18949.31, incumbents may be required to obtain a certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County, within two years of date of hire or assignment. Some positions in this class series require incumbents to complete one year of verifiable experience in the appropriate field and, within one year thereafter, to obtain certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County. Any person currently and continuously employed by the County as an inspector, plans examiner or building official, for not less than two years prior to January 1, 1996, is exempt from the certification requirements as outlined above. In addition, persons appointed to this class might be required to complete a minimum of 45 hours of continuing education every three years. The County may determine appropriate providers of continuing education such as community colleges or organizations affiliated with code enforcement. Note: Failure to meet the required certification requirements may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Physical Abilities: Sit for extended periods, frequently stand and walk Have manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination needed to use a variety of office equipment such as computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, and drafting equipment Have corrected vision in order to perform drafting, review maps and legal descriptions, and perform other essential functions of the job Occasionally walk on uneven terrain at construction sites, etc. Individuals who are unable to pass some of the physical requirements due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working Conditions: May be required to work in excess of 40 hours a week and/or work irregular hours, particularly during emergency situations. Background/Criminal History: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment within this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedure B-5 and applicable federal and state law. The County shall not consider for employment any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the applicant's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Alameda County
Livermore, California, United States
Introduction THIS IS A CONTINUOUS EXAMINATION: The examination consists of an on-going review of candidates' applications and supplemental questionnaires to verify possession of minimum qualifications. Those candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for the class will be placed on the eligible list based on an evaluation of education, training, and experience. The eligible list resulting from this recruitment and selection process may be used to fill future vacancies which may arise within the next year. This examination may be reopened as necessary and the names of additional candidates merged onto the existing list according to examination score. Supplemental Questionnaire : A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Failure to submit the Application or Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires will only be accepted on-line. DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY Zone 7 provides treated drinking water to four major water retailers serving around 260,000 residents and businesses. The retailers are: the City of Pleasanton; the City of Livermore; California Water Service Company - Livermore; and Dublin San Ramon Services District, which provides water service to Dublin and the Dougherty Valley area of San Ramon. THE POSITION Under general supervision the incumbent performs difficult professional civil and technical engineering/geological work related to water resources, flood control, water supply and water treatment facilities and systems, and has lead responsibility which involves, but is not limited to, assigning, scheduling, monitoring, training and reviewing the work of assigned personnel; performs related work as required. For a detailed listing of the essential responsibilities and core competency requirements for this position, please click here for the job description. IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate has experience with a proven track record of success that demonstrates knowledge, skills and abilities in the following areas: • A self-starting individual with proven experience working on engineering projects and studies, and managing contracted services (e.g., consultants); • Possesses a broad working knowledge of engineering and/or planning principles and practices in water resources (e.g., water supply and flood protection) along with experience with related codes, ordinances and laws; • Ability to manage multiple ongoing projects and coordinate related resources, personnel and activities to successful completion; • Ability to plan, design, and manage construction (of) water supply and flood protection-related projects. • Ability to work with regulatory agencies to implement projects. • Collects and synthesizes data/information from a variety of sources in an objective and scientific manner to reach a sound conclusion or forecast; • Sets reasonable goals and develops a plan to achieve goals while ensuring routine activities continue productively; • Exhibits adaptability and enthusiasm when faced with changes and challenges; • Practices strong interpersonal communications to maintain constructive relationships with the public, other agencies, developers, engineering firms and all levels of staff across the Agency, fostering cooperation and collaboration to ensure efficient completion of projects and goals; • Effectively presents and receives information and concepts, in both written and oral formats. • Utilizes and manages technology (such as GIS) and other resources to achieve Agency objectives. • Positions may be assigned to any section within. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I Experience: The equivalent of one year of full-time experience in the class of Assistant Engineer/Geologist, Zone 7. Or II Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering, Geology or a closely related field. (Possession of a valid State of California Engineer-In-Training certificate may be substituted for the required degree.) And Experience: The equivalent of three years of full-time, progressively responsible professional engineering/geological experience. Certificate: Possession of a valid California Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineer, or a valid California Certificate of Registration as a Registered Geologist issued by the California State Board of Registered Geologists and Geophysicists. License: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of: • Principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to a water agency, including design and construction, surveying and drafting, materials engineering and soil mechanics, environmental impact analysis and stress analysis. • Principles of hydrology, hydraulics, hydrogeology and water resources management. • Principles and practices of project management and contract administration, including planning, organizing, delegating, scheduling and controlling. • Engineering mathematics, economics and statistical analysis. • Construction methods, material, specifications and codes. • Computer software applications related to engineering/geology. • Applicable codes, regulations and standards relating to water resources, water quality and civil engineering. Ability to: • Effectively organize and coordinate complex engineering/geological projects, studies and contracted services. • Prepare and oversee preparation of plans, designs, sketches, estimates and specifications. • Apply engineering principles and computer programs to the solution of engineering/geological problems. • Conduct engineering/geological studies, investigations and analyses. • Analyze and interpret complex data and reports and reach sound conclusions and forecasts. • Read, understand and interpret engineering/geological data, maps, survey notes, legal descriptions and other material. • Prepare clear, concise and accurate reports and correspondence. • Maintain accurate data and records. • Deal tactfully and effectively with the public, other agencies, developers, engineering firms and contractors, and other employees. • Lead assigned staff in completion of projects and tasks. Other Requirements: Must be willing and able to work in exposure to chemical, mechanical and electrical hazards and outdoors all weather conditions. May be required to respond to emergencies in off-hours. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS The examination will consist of the following steps: Review of candidates' application to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. A review of the supplemental questionnaire to further verify knowledge, skill and ability. An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidates' final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. Candidates must attain a qualifying rating on each portion of this recruitment. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED EXAMINATION STEPS. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness, and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable noticein advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN Deadline for Filing: 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 15, 2020 Friday, January 15, 2021 TBD Review of Minimum Qualifications: by Monday, December 21, 2020 by Friday, January 29, 2021 On-going Review of Supplemental Questionnaire for Best Qualified: byWednesday January 13, 2021 by Friday, February 12, 2021 On-going Oral Interviews: Week of January 25, 2021 Week of February 22, 2021 TBD *Updated on 12/15/2020 & 1/15/21 (eb) WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN. Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statutes. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing. Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 11 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @jobaps.com, acgov.org and Noreply@jobaps.com as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the "My applications" button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to insure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box Noreply@jobaps.com are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions, please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Erika Beams, Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services Division, County of Alameda Erika.Beams@acgov.org 510-272-6393 www.acgov.org/hrs DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Alameda County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Dec 21, 2020
Full Time
Introduction THIS IS A CONTINUOUS EXAMINATION: The examination consists of an on-going review of candidates' applications and supplemental questionnaires to verify possession of minimum qualifications. Those candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for the class will be placed on the eligible list based on an evaluation of education, training, and experience. The eligible list resulting from this recruitment and selection process may be used to fill future vacancies which may arise within the next year. This examination may be reopened as necessary and the names of additional candidates merged onto the existing list according to examination score. Supplemental Questionnaire : A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Failure to submit the Application or Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires will only be accepted on-line. DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY Zone 7 provides treated drinking water to four major water retailers serving around 260,000 residents and businesses. The retailers are: the City of Pleasanton; the City of Livermore; California Water Service Company - Livermore; and Dublin San Ramon Services District, which provides water service to Dublin and the Dougherty Valley area of San Ramon. THE POSITION Under general supervision the incumbent performs difficult professional civil and technical engineering/geological work related to water resources, flood control, water supply and water treatment facilities and systems, and has lead responsibility which involves, but is not limited to, assigning, scheduling, monitoring, training and reviewing the work of assigned personnel; performs related work as required. For a detailed listing of the essential responsibilities and core competency requirements for this position, please click here for the job description. IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate has experience with a proven track record of success that demonstrates knowledge, skills and abilities in the following areas: • A self-starting individual with proven experience working on engineering projects and studies, and managing contracted services (e.g., consultants); • Possesses a broad working knowledge of engineering and/or planning principles and practices in water resources (e.g., water supply and flood protection) along with experience with related codes, ordinances and laws; • Ability to manage multiple ongoing projects and coordinate related resources, personnel and activities to successful completion; • Ability to plan, design, and manage construction (of) water supply and flood protection-related projects. • Ability to work with regulatory agencies to implement projects. • Collects and synthesizes data/information from a variety of sources in an objective and scientific manner to reach a sound conclusion or forecast; • Sets reasonable goals and develops a plan to achieve goals while ensuring routine activities continue productively; • Exhibits adaptability and enthusiasm when faced with changes and challenges; • Practices strong interpersonal communications to maintain constructive relationships with the public, other agencies, developers, engineering firms and all levels of staff across the Agency, fostering cooperation and collaboration to ensure efficient completion of projects and goals; • Effectively presents and receives information and concepts, in both written and oral formats. • Utilizes and manages technology (such as GIS) and other resources to achieve Agency objectives. • Positions may be assigned to any section within. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I Experience: The equivalent of one year of full-time experience in the class of Assistant Engineer/Geologist, Zone 7. Or II Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering, Geology or a closely related field. (Possession of a valid State of California Engineer-In-Training certificate may be substituted for the required degree.) And Experience: The equivalent of three years of full-time, progressively responsible professional engineering/geological experience. Certificate: Possession of a valid California Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineer, or a valid California Certificate of Registration as a Registered Geologist issued by the California State Board of Registered Geologists and Geophysicists. License: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of: • Principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to a water agency, including design and construction, surveying and drafting, materials engineering and soil mechanics, environmental impact analysis and stress analysis. • Principles of hydrology, hydraulics, hydrogeology and water resources management. • Principles and practices of project management and contract administration, including planning, organizing, delegating, scheduling and controlling. • Engineering mathematics, economics and statistical analysis. • Construction methods, material, specifications and codes. • Computer software applications related to engineering/geology. • Applicable codes, regulations and standards relating to water resources, water quality and civil engineering. Ability to: • Effectively organize and coordinate complex engineering/geological projects, studies and contracted services. • Prepare and oversee preparation of plans, designs, sketches, estimates and specifications. • Apply engineering principles and computer programs to the solution of engineering/geological problems. • Conduct engineering/geological studies, investigations and analyses. • Analyze and interpret complex data and reports and reach sound conclusions and forecasts. • Read, understand and interpret engineering/geological data, maps, survey notes, legal descriptions and other material. • Prepare clear, concise and accurate reports and correspondence. • Maintain accurate data and records. • Deal tactfully and effectively with the public, other agencies, developers, engineering firms and contractors, and other employees. • Lead assigned staff in completion of projects and tasks. Other Requirements: Must be willing and able to work in exposure to chemical, mechanical and electrical hazards and outdoors all weather conditions. May be required to respond to emergencies in off-hours. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS The examination will consist of the following steps: Review of candidates' application to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. A review of the supplemental questionnaire to further verify knowledge, skill and ability. An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidates' final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. Candidates must attain a qualifying rating on each portion of this recruitment. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED EXAMINATION STEPS. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness, and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable noticein advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN Deadline for Filing: 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 15, 2020 Friday, January 15, 2021 TBD Review of Minimum Qualifications: by Monday, December 21, 2020 by Friday, January 29, 2021 On-going Review of Supplemental Questionnaire for Best Qualified: byWednesday January 13, 2021 by Friday, February 12, 2021 On-going Oral Interviews: Week of January 25, 2021 Week of February 22, 2021 TBD *Updated on 12/15/2020 & 1/15/21 (eb) WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN. Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statutes. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing. Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 11 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @jobaps.com, acgov.org and Noreply@jobaps.com as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the "My applications" button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to insure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box Noreply@jobaps.com are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions, please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Erika Beams, Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services Division, County of Alameda Erika.Beams@acgov.org 510-272-6393 www.acgov.org/hrs DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Alameda County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Engineering Technicians perform a broad range of duties involving technical engineering work in support of professional engineers including drafting, engineering calculations, surveying, materials and soils testing, construction inspection, roadway design, right-of-way engineering, planning, permitting and inspection, water rights appropriation and land acquisition in support of civil or related professional engineering work. Work requires the application of technical engineering skills, methods and practices in compiling technical data, drafting, computer aided software, operating specialized equipment and preparing engineering related documents. Under general supervision incumbents perform one or more of the duties described in the series concept at the journey level, perform technical engineering work by applying a variety of methods and practices in compiling technical data, using computer aided software, operating specialized equipment and preparing technical engineering documents. This position is located in the Right-of-Way Division in Ely, Nevada. This position will assist and support the Staff I, Associate Engineer, the Assistant District Engineer, and all other divisions of the Ely Sub-district in implementing permits, inspecting and managing local utility/construction projects. The incumbent will be responsible for assisting and maintaining permits, utilities, railroad agreements, and traffic control plans; quarterly water quality testing in rest areas, following Nevada Environmental Protection requirements; comply with Stormwater Best Management Practices for constructions sites, and material piles sites. ** THIS POSITION WILL BE USED TO UNDERFILL AN ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 4 POSITION. Incumbent may progress to the next level after meeting the minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance, and with the approval of the appointing authority.** The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. Closing Date/Time: 02/15/2021
Jan 26, 2021
Full Time
Engineering Technicians perform a broad range of duties involving technical engineering work in support of professional engineers including drafting, engineering calculations, surveying, materials and soils testing, construction inspection, roadway design, right-of-way engineering, planning, permitting and inspection, water rights appropriation and land acquisition in support of civil or related professional engineering work. Work requires the application of technical engineering skills, methods and practices in compiling technical data, drafting, computer aided software, operating specialized equipment and preparing engineering related documents. Under general supervision incumbents perform one or more of the duties described in the series concept at the journey level, perform technical engineering work by applying a variety of methods and practices in compiling technical data, using computer aided software, operating specialized equipment and preparing technical engineering documents. This position is located in the Right-of-Way Division in Ely, Nevada. This position will assist and support the Staff I, Associate Engineer, the Assistant District Engineer, and all other divisions of the Ely Sub-district in implementing permits, inspecting and managing local utility/construction projects. The incumbent will be responsible for assisting and maintaining permits, utilities, railroad agreements, and traffic control plans; quarterly water quality testing in rest areas, following Nevada Environmental Protection requirements; comply with Stormwater Best Management Practices for constructions sites, and material piles sites. ** THIS POSITION WILL BE USED TO UNDERFILL AN ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 4 POSITION. Incumbent may progress to the next level after meeting the minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance, and with the approval of the appointing authority.** The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. Closing Date/Time: 02/15/2021
Engineering Technicians perform a broad range of duties involving technical engineering work in support of professional engineers including drafting, engineering calculations, surveying, materials and soils testing, construction inspection, roadway design, right-of-way engineering, planning, permitting and inspection, water rights appropriation and land acquisition in support of civil or related professional engineering work. Work requires the application of technical engineering skills, methods and practices in compiling technical data, drafting, computer aided software, operating specialized equipment and preparing engineering related documents. Under general direction, incumbents function independently at the advanced journey level performing technical work requiring knowledge of engineering theories, principles, concepts and practices in a specialized area.. This position is located in the Right-of-Way Division in Ely, Nevada. This position will assist and support the Staff I, Associate Engineer, the Assistant District Engineer, and all other divisions of the Ely Sub-district in implementing permits, inspecting and managing local utility/construction projects. The incumbent will be responsible for assisting and maintaining permits, utilities, railroad agreements, and traffic control plans; quarterly water quality testing in rest areas, following Nevada Environmental Protection requirements; comply with Stormwater Best Management Practices for constructions sites, and material piles sites. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. Closing Date/Time: 02/15/2021
Jan 26, 2021
Full Time
Engineering Technicians perform a broad range of duties involving technical engineering work in support of professional engineers including drafting, engineering calculations, surveying, materials and soils testing, construction inspection, roadway design, right-of-way engineering, planning, permitting and inspection, water rights appropriation and land acquisition in support of civil or related professional engineering work. Work requires the application of technical engineering skills, methods and practices in compiling technical data, drafting, computer aided software, operating specialized equipment and preparing engineering related documents. Under general direction, incumbents function independently at the advanced journey level performing technical work requiring knowledge of engineering theories, principles, concepts and practices in a specialized area.. This position is located in the Right-of-Way Division in Ely, Nevada. This position will assist and support the Staff I, Associate Engineer, the Assistant District Engineer, and all other divisions of the Ely Sub-district in implementing permits, inspecting and managing local utility/construction projects. The incumbent will be responsible for assisting and maintaining permits, utilities, railroad agreements, and traffic control plans; quarterly water quality testing in rest areas, following Nevada Environmental Protection requirements; comply with Stormwater Best Management Practices for constructions sites, and material piles sites. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. Closing Date/Time: 02/15/2021
Description Treatment Plants Project Delivery Unit (Position Code 0201) Overview: Do you have experience leading delivery of complex capital pump station and water treatment plant projects spanning across planning, design, permitting and construction? Are you a capable leader and someone who can drive projects forward serving 2 million customers of the Silicon Valley for Valley Water? Then check out this opportunity! This position is responsible for the delivery of complex capital pump station and water treatment plant projects. It manages a unit comprised primarily of senior, associate, and assistant engineers who plan, design, and provide engineering support during construction for large capital pump station and water treatment plant projects. The successful candidate is a licensed civil engineer in the state of California with management experience for design and construction of complex capital projects. Key responsibilities include: 1) plan, direct, coordinate and review the work of staff; 2) train and mentor staff to develop both their technical and leadership strengths in capital project delivery; 3) delegate supervisorial duties to appropriate staff to develop their leadership capabilities; 4) direct the development, negotiation, and administration of consultant agreements; 5) develop and administer the unit's annual budget; 6) serve as liaison with other units, groups, and outside agencies. Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to : Provide direction to unit staff for the delivery of water utility capital projects through planning, design, engineering support during construction, and close-out phases. Manage, develop, and mentor unit staff. Ideal Candidate's Background Includes: Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria listed below. Ideal Candidate's Background includes: Professional Engineer in Civil or Mechanical Engineering issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers Ideal Experience: Five (5) or more years of professional capital project management experience, including two (2) years of direct supervisory experience. Extensive experience spanning across planning, design, permitting and construction, including five years delivering capital projects with both mechanical and civil engineering components, including large pump stations and water treatment plants. Experience with development, negotiation, and administration of consultant agreements. Experience developing and administering an annual budget, preferably for a public agency. Ideal Knowledge of: pump station and water treatment plant design and rehabilitation, and treatment plant processes. principles, practices, concepts, and standards of capital project management as applied to the planning, design, cost estimating, construction, installation, and inspection of a wide variety of facilities and infrastructure. principles and practices of capital project budget development and administration, contract negotiation and management, and sound financial management policies and procedures. pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations with specific emphasis on water treatment, storage, pipeline, pump, and related infrastructure design. practices of researching capital project issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective staff reports. Demonstrated ability to: deliver complex, technical, and sensitive capital projects in an independent and cooperative manner. drive issues forward and deliver projects to completion. lead and mentor staff who manage the planning, design, construction, installation, and inspection of the capital projects. lead and mentor staff who conduct complex capital projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports. organize and prioritize a variety of capital projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner and assign staff resources to meet target completion dates. balance technical work with administrative duties such as budgeting, developing staff workplans, reporting, etc. and manage a multi-disciplinary team Ideal Training and Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or mechanical engineering, or a related field (water treatment). Required License or Certificate Possess and maintain a valid license as a Professional Engineer issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet the driver's license requirement due to a disability will be considered for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. To review the detailed Job Description, please click here Selection Process (1) The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review, application assessment, performance exercise, written exercise and/or interview. (2) The Employment Application, Qualifying Information Questions and/or Supplemental Questions will be evaluated based on the ideal candidate criteria listed above. Resumes are highly recommended. NOTE: Position and start date is subject to availability of funds. Valley Water retains the right to repost this position as deemed necessary. Consideration may be given to existing applicant pools within the same classification. Valley Water's Equal Opportunity Non-Discrimination Policy is available for review upon request. Valley Water will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources in advance of any special needs by calling 1-408-630-2260. Please be aware that once submitted all application materials become the property of Valley Water and will not be returned. Human Resources staff are not authorized to make copies of application materials for applicants. Closing Date/Time: 1/25/2021 11:59 PM Pacific
Jan 25, 2021
Full Time
Description Treatment Plants Project Delivery Unit (Position Code 0201) Overview: Do you have experience leading delivery of complex capital pump station and water treatment plant projects spanning across planning, design, permitting and construction? Are you a capable leader and someone who can drive projects forward serving 2 million customers of the Silicon Valley for Valley Water? Then check out this opportunity! This position is responsible for the delivery of complex capital pump station and water treatment plant projects. It manages a unit comprised primarily of senior, associate, and assistant engineers who plan, design, and provide engineering support during construction for large capital pump station and water treatment plant projects. The successful candidate is a licensed civil engineer in the state of California with management experience for design and construction of complex capital projects. Key responsibilities include: 1) plan, direct, coordinate and review the work of staff; 2) train and mentor staff to develop both their technical and leadership strengths in capital project delivery; 3) delegate supervisorial duties to appropriate staff to develop their leadership capabilities; 4) direct the development, negotiation, and administration of consultant agreements; 5) develop and administer the unit's annual budget; 6) serve as liaison with other units, groups, and outside agencies. Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to : Provide direction to unit staff for the delivery of water utility capital projects through planning, design, engineering support during construction, and close-out phases. Manage, develop, and mentor unit staff. Ideal Candidate's Background Includes: Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria listed below. Ideal Candidate's Background includes: Professional Engineer in Civil or Mechanical Engineering issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers Ideal Experience: Five (5) or more years of professional capital project management experience, including two (2) years of direct supervisory experience. Extensive experience spanning across planning, design, permitting and construction, including five years delivering capital projects with both mechanical and civil engineering components, including large pump stations and water treatment plants. Experience with development, negotiation, and administration of consultant agreements. Experience developing and administering an annual budget, preferably for a public agency. Ideal Knowledge of: pump station and water treatment plant design and rehabilitation, and treatment plant processes. principles, practices, concepts, and standards of capital project management as applied to the planning, design, cost estimating, construction, installation, and inspection of a wide variety of facilities and infrastructure. principles and practices of capital project budget development and administration, contract negotiation and management, and sound financial management policies and procedures. pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations with specific emphasis on water treatment, storage, pipeline, pump, and related infrastructure design. practices of researching capital project issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective staff reports. Demonstrated ability to: deliver complex, technical, and sensitive capital projects in an independent and cooperative manner. drive issues forward and deliver projects to completion. lead and mentor staff who manage the planning, design, construction, installation, and inspection of the capital projects. lead and mentor staff who conduct complex capital projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports. organize and prioritize a variety of capital projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner and assign staff resources to meet target completion dates. balance technical work with administrative duties such as budgeting, developing staff workplans, reporting, etc. and manage a multi-disciplinary team Ideal Training and Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or mechanical engineering, or a related field (water treatment). Required License or Certificate Possess and maintain a valid license as a Professional Engineer issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet the driver's license requirement due to a disability will be considered for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. To review the detailed Job Description, please click here Selection Process (1) The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review, application assessment, performance exercise, written exercise and/or interview. (2) The Employment Application, Qualifying Information Questions and/or Supplemental Questions will be evaluated based on the ideal candidate criteria listed above. Resumes are highly recommended. NOTE: Position and start date is subject to availability of funds. Valley Water retains the right to repost this position as deemed necessary. Consideration may be given to existing applicant pools within the same classification. Valley Water's Equal Opportunity Non-Discrimination Policy is available for review upon request. Valley Water will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources in advance of any special needs by calling 1-408-630-2260. Please be aware that once submitted all application materials become the property of Valley Water and will not be returned. Human Resources staff are not authorized to make copies of application materials for applicants. Closing Date/Time: 1/25/2021 11:59 PM Pacific
