Associate Engineer - Hermosa Beach, United States - City of Hermosa Beach, CA

Description

Salary :
$113, $138,111.60 AnnuallyLocation : City of Hermosa Beach, CA

Job Type:
Full-Time

Job Number:
Department: Public Works

Opening Date: 03/12/2024INTRODUCTIONPlease note the following:Base Annual Salary $103,284 - $125,556Base Annual Salary + 10% PE Certification Premium $113,612 - $138,111Under direction of the Public Works Director, performs difficult and complex administrative and professional engineering duties in support of the City's engineering services and activities including planning, designing, and implementing various complex capital improvement projects; to act as a technical and administrative advisor; to supervise projects and other department personnel as assigned; reviews plans, designs, and specifications and recommends changes for compliance; ensures project completion in a timely and cost effective manner; evaluates projects and provide solutions to ensure compliance with applicable criteria, regulations, and codes; and responds to questions and inquiries from the general public, property owners, developers, architects, surveyors, contractors, and City staff.

Associate Engineer Job Flyer EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Performs a variety of difficult and complex professional civil engineering functions involved in the design and preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for public works projects including street, storm drain, sanitary sewers, vehicle maintenance, parks, building, street lighting, traffic signal systems and related projectsAssists with implementation of the city-wide Capital Improvement Program and associated projects; researches projects for design requirementsPerforms project management functions for complex and difficult projects including preparing and monitoring budgets, preparing designs and specifications, reviewing and tracking the progress and work of consultants and contractors, monitoring the project schedule, administering permits, ensuring compliance with specifications, preparing budget, progress and status reports, and recommending modifications as necessaryPerforms complex calculations and prepares estimates of time and material costs; prepares requests for proposals and evaluates responses; prepares and administers contracts and specificationsPerforms special engineering studies and prepares reportsInvestigates field problems affecting, and responds to complaints regarding, maintenance operations, property owners, and contractorsMay participate in the administration of special assessment and improvement districtsAssists in administration and preparation of operating and capital improvement budgetsPrepares and checks legal descriptions for deeds, easements, and rights-of way; may act as survey party chiefPrepares a variety of difficult engineering reports, studies, and technical documentation including reports for City Council and Public Works CommissionSupervises assigned projects and personnel and may lead the work of other department personnelRepresents the City at various meetings and committees regarding the implementation of projectsResponds to questions and inquiries from the general public, property owners, developers, architects, surveyors, contractors and City staff regarding engineering and development projectsCoordinates assigned activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agenciesAttends and participates in professional group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the field of engineering.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINESKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of:

Operations, services, and activities of a municipal engineering design and construction programsAdvanced principles and practices of engineering as applied to public works operations and maintenanceUtilities or building construction projects and cost estimatingPrinciples and practices of project management and administrationLegal implications and code requirements which will affect a projectApplicable safety and health regulations and City rules and regulations, policies and proceduresBasic methods and techniques of engineering plan review and analysisModern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet applications, and specialized engineering software programsNPDES/MS4 Permit related issuesPrinciples and practices of geographic information systems programsOccupational health and safety standards; pertinent federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations Ability to: Perform complex professional engineering duties involved in the design, development and construction management of a variety of capital improvement projectsServe as the project manager on complex Capital Improvement ProjectsPrepare, review, interpret, analyze, and modify engineering plans, drawings, specifications, contract documents, and engineering reports for conformance to professional standards and approved budgetsPerform complex engineering computations and make recommendations for the solution of engineering problemsPossess excellent organizational skillsPrepare and administer grant fundsPrepare clear and concise administrative and technical reportsRespond to questions and inquiries from a variety of sources regarding engineering and development projectsCommunicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writingEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of workEducation and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

A typical way to obtain this required knowledge would be:
Educational equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or closely related field and five years increasingly responsible experience in professional civil engineering work in Public Works or municipal engineering

Licenses/Certificates:

Possession of or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California Driver's License with a safe driving record is required and must be maintained as valid during the course of employment.

Possession of a valid California Engineer-in

• Training (EIT) Certificate or registration as a California Professional Engineer.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONPHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENTThe conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.


Environment:
Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with some travel to different sites; occasionally works in outside weather conditions

Physical:
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation; and to verbally communicate to exchange information

Vision:
See in the normal visual range with or without correction

Hearing:
Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

The City of Hermosa Beach places a high priority on the health and safety of our City's workforce and our community.

Consistent with that commitment, in light of the substantial and growing body of evidence that vaccinations remain the most effective protection against the spread the COVID-19, we require that all City staff members, Commissioners/Board Members, contractors, and volunteers of our City be fully vaccinated.

All City staff members must be fully vaccinated by November 12, 2021, as a condition of employment. Exceptions are available only for those who need an accommodation under a medical/disability or religious exemption. The City of Hermosa Beach is committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment.

We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all City staff members and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Work Days:
Monday through Thursday, 7:00am to 6:00pmBi

• Annual Merit Pay: You may be eligible for a quarterly merit pay bonus of up to 5% of your quarterly base pay earnings.

In order to receive merit pay, you will provide a detailed outline of goals that have been met for each quarter.


Educational Allowance:
The City agrees that employees who desire to enroll in training and/or academic courses at a State of California approved and/or recognized college or university that may provide the employee with general or specific skills and/or knowledge that contributes to their ability to perform their current position or enhances promotional opportunities shall have their course fees, books, and tuition for any CSU campus rates paid by the city (employee who attend a non-CSU campus will receive up to the average of CSULB, CSUDH, & CSULA), subject to approval of the City Manager

Vacation Leave:
1-3 Years of employment: 80 hours per year of Vacation Leave 4-5 Years of employment: 96 hours per year of Vacation Leave 6-9 Years of employment: 112 hours per year of Vacation Leave 10-13 Years of employment: 128 hours per year of Vacation Leave 14-17 Years of employment: 144 hours per year of Vacation Leave 18+ Years of employment: 160 hours per year of Vacation Leave

Sick Leave:
Employees will accrue 10 hours of Sick Leave per month

Holidays:
The City observes 12 holidays throughout the year

Administrative Leave:

You will receive 70 hours of Administrative Leave each calendar year; these hours do not accumulate or carry-over, it must be used each year.

Your administrative leave bank will be prorated based on your date of hire.


INSURANCEMedical:

Employees receive up to $1,875.39 per month to purchase medical insurance; premium cost above this amount is paid by the employee.

If you waive enrollment for medical insurance and show proof of coverage, you will be eligible for a cash-in-lieu benefit of up to $750.00 per month.

Dental:
Employees receive up to $226.30 per month to purchase dental insurance; premium cost above this amount is paid by the employee

Vision:
Vision insurance is available for purchaseLife: The City provides life insurance in the amount of 1X annual salary

Short-term Disability and Long-term Disability:
The City provides coverage for both short-term and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program:
The City provides coverage for the employee and eligible dependents.01 What is your highest level of education? High School or G.E.D Some College Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate or Juris Doctor None of the above 02 Do you currently possess a valid California Driver's LIcense? Yes No I have a valid driver's license in another state 03 Which Licenses and/or Certifications do you possess? Engineer-in

• Training California Professional Engineer Other None of the above 04 If you checked "other" above, please indicate below which other licenses/certifications you possess.

05 How many years of experience do you have in civil engineering, public works, or municipal engineering? less than 2 years 2-3 years 3-4 years 4-5 years 5+ years 06 Please describe one of your most recent projects. Include scope of the project and your specific role. 07 Please describe your experience working directly with community members and boards or commissions. Required Question