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- Two Vacancies (1 position to be filled at Principal level (exempt $118, ,991.48/Year) & 1 position to be filled at either the Principal or Senior level (exempt $107, ,537.71/Year) depending on experience)
- Open Until Filled - Initial Cut-off Date Wednesday 11/15/2023
- Interview Dates - TBD
- Recommend and implement section goals and objectives; establish performance standards and methods for professional engineering work related to assigned section operations; develop and implement policies and procedures.
- Plan, develop and oversee the work of staff involved in activities related to assigned section operations, such as public works engineering, drainage, development, utility operations and maintenance, and related capital improvement projects.
- Evaluate operations and activities of assigned section; determine section priorities; develop short and long-range plans; implement improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities.
- Direct and/or participate in the preparation of complex engineering studies and reports related to public works, utilities, and capital improvement projects according to section assignment; oversee coordination of assigned section activities with other city departments, divisions, and sections, outside agencies, citizens, consultants, and developers.
- Meet and confer with developers, contractors, engineers, and the general public regarding city policies, regulations, and procedures.
- Provide staff support to a variety of city boards, commissions, committees and industry specific boards, including making presentations and ascertaining direction, when appropriate, for implementation of approved recommendations.
- Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; and submit justifications for staff, a variety of engineering, utility, and related capital improvement projects; monitor and control expenditures.
- Participate in the selection of staff; coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; recommend discipline; implement discipline procedures as directed.
- Review and prepare land development plans, construction documents, encroachment permit applications, Landscape Assessment District and transportation project designs as assigned; check plans for accuracy, suitability, and completeness and make recommendations for revision and improvement.
- Develop conditions for development projects and other applications; work collaboratively with planning and building functions; review work of subordinate engineers for completeness and accuracy; develop recommendations for consideration within the development review process.
- Manage the city's storm drainage program; oversee capital improvement projects related to enhancing drainage; coordinate and prepare the city for storm response; and, supervise technical and maintenance staff involved in the drainage area.
- Manage the city's traffic signal and street light operations; oversee capital improvement projects related to traffic systems; oversee related maintenance operations.
- Prepare, monitor, service and administer grants and other competitive regional special funding; secure funding; negotiate and oversee consulting and construction service contracts; and, conduct field inspections; ensure project related information is received by appropriate staff, public or agency in a timely manner.
- Resolve the most complex customer service issues related to engineering issues.
- Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other city Employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
- Principles and practices of professional engineering related to assigned function, which may include public works and utilities, traffic engineering, and associated capital improvement projects.
- Principles and practices of land use development, traffic and lighting design, pavement management, drainage, public infrastructure and construction inspection processes.
- Modern land development options; Subdivision Map Act, and the urban planning process related to land development.
- Pertinent local, State, Federal rules, regulations, and laws, codes, ordinances, City functions, policies, rules and regulations.
- Principles and practices of safety management.
- Principles and practices of supervision, training and personnel management.
- Methods and techniques of mapping as related to engineering functions.
- Mathematic principles of algebra, geometry, calculus, and trigonometry as related to
engineering functions. - Modern office procedures and computer equipment and software such as AutoCAD, GPS, GIS, ArcView, ArcInfo and software related to specific department operations.
- Principles and practices of research analysis and management.
- Budgeting procedures and techniques.
- Organize, implement and direct section activities related to assigned function, which may include public works, utilities, traffic and associated capital improvement projects.
- On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedure
- Interpret and explain pertinent section and department policies and procedures.
- Evaluate complex design and consulting work.
- Analyze engineering and managerial problems and work out effective solutions.
- Effectively present policy questions, alternatives and recommend solutions to department director or elected officials.
- Listen and hear from citizens from different backgrounds and perspectives regarding concerns, issues and needs. Explain complex engineering requirements and problem solve actively with customers. Communicate clearly and effectively to the public in small groups, workshops and formal meetings such as community, Commission, City Council or other public meetings/workshops.
- Think creatively and look at alternative solutions in order to find compromise solutions that may benefit the greater good. Clearly articulate options and solutions to management and policy makers.
- Project and analyze budget costs; research and write funding applications; understand and negotiate contracts; and manage project budgets during construction.
- Assist in the development and monitoring of an assigned program budget.
- Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Make sound decisions regarding complex issues using judgment and analysis of multiple factors.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
- Attend public meetings in the evening to perform the requirements of the job.
- Use principles of effective office safety including use of equipment in a proper and safe manner, use of preventative personal ergonomic techniques, and maintenance of safe housekeeping in personal and common workspaces.
- Provide high quality, economical services to the Citrus Heights community, placing emphasis on responsive customer service.
- Provide responsive customer service, meeting the needs in a timely, proactive, courteous, manner by delivering on promises and commitments beyond expectations.
- Demonstrate a civic entrepreneurial spirit by generating new, innovative ideas and development of better methods to accomplish tasks and complete projects.
- Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust and respect.
- Be an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation and communication.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Operate a personal computer with proficiency and familiarity.
- Receives general direction from the City Engineer and/or department director.
- Exercises direct supervision over assigned supervisory, professional, technical and clerical personnel.
- RETIREMENT- CalPERS retirement (employee pays full member contribution).
- Classic member 2.7% @ 55 (Employees hired with the City of Citrus Heights before 08/14/2011)
- Classic member 2% @ 55
- PEPRA member 2% @ 62
- LEAVE - the City's time off options.
- 136 hours of Annual Leave (to be used for vacation or sick time)
- 40 hours of Long Term Medical Leave
- 16 hours of Floating Holiday beginning Jan 1st each year
- 80 hours of Management Leave each Fiscal Year
- HEALTH INSURANCE - monthly City contribution toward health insurance ($2375 contribution for Family coverage, $1850 contribution for Employee + 1 person & $925 contribution for Employee only), or a $700/month stipend if alternative group health care coverage is demonstrated. City also provides Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Account options.
- DENTAL/VISION - fully paid family dental & family vision.
- LIFE INSURANCE - City pays $100,000 life & accidental death & dismemberment for management employees, and long-term disability insurance. Optional life is available to employees at their expense.
- DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN - Optional enrollment in a pre-tax payroll deducted 457 plan (Mission Square). The City offers up to a 3% city-matching contribution for management team.
- I have read and understand the above instructions.
- None
- Traffic Control Systems & Operations
- Transportation/Traffic Engineering & Planning
- Drainage & Flood Control
- Roadway
- Capital Project Management
- Federal/State Grant Funded Project Management
- Land Development
- Plan Review & Development
Principal Civil Engineer - Citrus Heights, United States - Citrus Heights, CA
Description
Salary : $107, $147,991.48 AnnuallyLocation : Citrus Heights, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: General Services
Opening Date: 10/26/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Important Information:
Effective October 8, 2023 Principal Civil Engineer & Senior Civil Engineer received a 2.59% market equity increase and an additional 3% Cost of Living increase.
To plan, organize and direct the performance of professional engineering section activities of a complex nature involving engineering planning and design, construction project management of utilities, buildings and roads, traffic engineering, and land development and plan check activities within the General Services Department; to coordinate the section activities with other divisions and departments; and to provide highly responsible technical support to the City Engineer and/or General Services Director.
Examples of Duties
Knowledge of:
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:
Experience:
Five years of increasingly responsible experience in professional civil engineering, including two years of supervisory responsibility.
Training:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering, traffic engineering, or a related field.
License or Certificate:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a California driver's license.
Possession of a current certificate of registration as a Professional Civil and/or Traffic Engineer with the State of California.
Experience and Training (Senior Civil Engineer)
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:
Experience:
Five years of professional level experience that relates to civil engineering, drainage, transportation engineering, traffic engineering, or a related field. One year of supervisory experience is desirable.
Training:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in. engineering or a related field.
License or Certificate:
May need to possess a valid California driver's license and proof of automobile liability insurance as required by the position.
Possession of registration as a Professional Civil Engineer with the State of California.
Supplemental Information
The City's first-class benefits include:
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Instructions for completion: Carefully read the official City of Citrus Heights job bulletin for this position. Any official City of Citrus Heights application submitted for this position without a completed questionnaire will be rejected. When promoted, you must provide a response to the question. Referrals to a resume or your application will be considered a non-response and your application will be subject to rejection. By continuing in the application process, you are certifying that all information provided in the supplemental questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge.
Which of the following disciplines of Civil Engineering do you have 3 or more years of relatable experience in? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Describe in more detail your project management experience as it relates to the fields selected in the previous question. Detail your specific roles and responsibilities, your experience related to delivery of grant funded projects, your position/title, employee(s) supervised, project complexity, etc.
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Describe your experience preparing presentation material and presenting to various groups including the general public, project stakeholders, City Council/Board meetings, Planning Commission meetings, internal staff meetings, etc. Detail frequency of meetings, your specific role, audience size/makeup, and include links to public meetings that may be available on various websites.
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Describe your experience working with various contractors during construction of public improvements. Discuss size of projects, types of improvements, your role, etc.
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Describe your experience supervising staff. How many and what positions/titles did/do you supervise?
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Describe your experience in the area of issuing requests for proposals, consultant selection, and awarding contracts for professional engineering services (both with local and grant funded projects).
Required Question