Associate Civil Engineer/Senior Civil Engineer - San Francisco, United States - City of Hanford, CA

Description

Salary :
$84, $113,256.00 Annually


Location :
CA 93230, CA


Job Type:
Full Time

Job Number:

23/24-34


Department:
Utilities and Engineering

Opening Date:

03/07/2024

Description

The City of Hanford Utilities and Engineering department is seeking to fill a vacancy in the Engineering division: Associate Civil Engineer/Senior Civil Engineer (DOQ).

Associate Civil Engineer:
$7,030 - $8,544/month*Senior Civil Engineer: $7,765 - $9,438/month

• 2% cost of living increase effective 7/8/24.

The Associate Civil Engineer is the journey level class in the professional Engineer series and is distinguished from the Assistant level by the assignment of the full range of duties.

Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new, unusual, or unique situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit and are registered as a Professional Civil Engineer.

Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Assistant level.

This class is distinguished from the Senior Civil Engineer in that the latter is responsible for performing the most difficult and complex work of the division and for providing technical and functional supervision over engineering professional and technical staff.

The Senior Civil Engineer position is to plan, organize, manage, review projects, and provide responsible technical staff assistance, as well as providing professional responsibility for engineering planning, design, and investigation of projects.; to provide training and review the work of assigned engineering staff engaged in a variety of engineering activities; to perform duties requiring specialized knowledge; and to provide administrative support to assigned supervisor.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Associate Civil EngineerThe position may provide engineering services to departments outside of the Utilities and Engineering Department and as such, may receive direction from that department's respective Staff.

Receives general direction and supervision from a Senior Civil Engineer or the City Engineer.

Senior Civil EngineerThis is the advanced journey level in the Engineer professional series.

Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, by the amount of time spent performing the duties, and by the nature of the public contact made.

Employees perform the advanced and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series, including providing training, technical support, and functional assistance over assigned professional and technical staff.

Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned areas of responsibility and be capable of providing support and training to other employees within the division.

The position may provide engineering services to departments outside of the Utilities and Engineering Department and as such, may receive direction from that department's respective Staff.

Receives general direction and supervision from the City Engineer.

Examples of Duties

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Associate Civil Engineer

Design and prepare plans and specifications for various capital improvement projects.

Prepare reports, agendas, correspondence, and research of standard scope requiring knowledge of standard principles and techniques.

Administer development project contracts; coordinate project meetings.

Coordinate and direct the work of professional service and construction contractors, other public agencies, and utilities.

Prepare final reports and estimates.

Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other district employees and the public using principles of good customer service.

Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.

Be an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Senior Civil Engineer

Manages, develops, and completes a wide variety of engineering projects and programs involving streets, storm drains, traffic, grading, land development, site development, sanitary sewer, storm water, and water systems.

Prepare a variety of engineering reports and documents, including Landscape Assessment District documents, subdivision agreements; cost analysis, and staff reports for City Council and/or Planning Commission approval.

Perform the advanced work related to conducting plan checking of improvement plans, maps, and construction documents, and writing conditions of approval for development projects.

Prepare legal descriptions and exhibits for land acquisition. Coordinate and manage property appraisals and acquisition with consultants, property owners, and agencies.

Prepare pre-construction documents; conduct pre-construction meetings; perform field inspections of projects under construction.

Meet and confer with developers, contractors, engineers and the general public relative to City policies, regulations and procedures; coordinate discrepancies and problem situations with outside parties.

Conduct special engineering studies relative to assigned area of responsibility; prepare appropriate reports and analyses.

Coordinate and direct the work of professional service and construction contractors, other public agencies and utilities.

Develop schedules and methods to accomplish assignments, ensuring work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.

Participate in evaluating the activities of staff, recommending improvements and modifications.

Provide and coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies.

Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.

Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.

Be an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.

Perform related duties as assigned.
Qualifications

Associate Civil Engineer

In addition to the qualifications for the

Assistant Engineer:

Knowledge of:
Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

Principles and practices of capital improvement, cost estimation and contract administration.

Practices and techniques of preparing and presenting effective staff reports.


Ability to:
Effectively manage contracts, projects, and activities.

Perform complex civil engineering studies, analysis, and design.

Coordinate and monitor the work of assigned staff.

Prepare specifications and write technical reports.

Experience and Education

Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:


Experience:
Two years of responsible experience similar to Assistant Engineer with the City of Hanford.


Education:

Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field.

License and Certificate

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California Class C driver's license.

Possession of a California Certificate of Registration as a professional civil engineer.

Experience using Bluebeam, GIS, AutoCAD/Civl3D, and/or other Civil Engineering related software highly desirable.

Senior Civil Engineer


Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to new development, capital improvement projects and contract administration that is pertinent to Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, ordinances and codes.

Methods and techniques used in the design and construction of a variety of public works projects.

Principles and practices of technical and functional supervision and training.


Ability to:
Perform the most complex engineering duties related to development and construction.

Prepare construction document specifications and write technical reports.

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 procedures.

On a continuous basis, sit at desk for long periods of time; intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; and lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less.

Interpret, review and analyze development proposals, plans, and specifications.

Provide technical and functional supervision over assigned staff; effectively train staff.

Make complex engineering computations.

Perform complex civil engineering studies, analysis, and design; prepare specifications and write technical reports.

Use sound judgment in recognizing scope of authority.

Operate and use modern office equipment including computers and applicable software.

Maintain regular attendance and adhere to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities.

Utilize appropriate safety procedures and practices for assigned duties.

Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Relate effectively with people of varied academic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds using tact, diplomacy, and courtesy.

Establish and maintain effective, cooperative and collaborative working relationships with others.

Experience and Education

Any combination of experience, training, and education which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:


Experience:
Two years of responsible journey level professional engineering experience similar to City of Hanford's Associate Engineer job classification.


Education:

Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field.

License and Certificate

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California Class C driver's license.

Possession of a valid California Certificate of Registration as a professional civil engineer.

Experience using Bluebeam, GIS, AutoCAD/Civl3D, and/or other Civil Engineering related software highly desirable.
Additional Information

Screening will consist of a competitive assessment of relevant education, training, and work experience to be followed by a written examination and/or an interview before an Oral Board to determine the most qualified candidates.

Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to an interview, and the decision of the screening committee is final.

Those candidates who are determined eligible for appointment to the position will be placed on the City's Certified Eligibility List.

Applicants will receive written notification regarding the results of all phases of the recruitment process up to the establishment of the Eligibility List, if applicable.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) : The City provides the PERS retirement program: 3% at 60 for Classic Members.

3% Annual Cost-of-Living Allowance Increase12-month final compensation period.
Sick Leave Credit

2% at 62 for New Members

3% Annual Cost-of-Living Allowance IncreaseSick Leave Credit


Management Leave:
Exempt employees shall receive 64 hours of Management Leave which may be taken as time off. An employee may also cash out their Management Leave or convert their payout to deferred compensation.


Holidays :
Twelve specific holidays, plus two floating holidays

Vacation :
Vacation leave starts at 11 days annually, increasing to 20 days based on time in service

Sick Leave :
Sick leave accrual of 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation. At retirement, unused sick leave may be applied toward retirement for Classic Members.

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance :
The premiums for the medical and dental are a 60/40 split. The city picks up 60% of the premium and the employee pays 40%. VSP Vision is provided for each employee at no cost to the employee. Also, vision for family members is available at a 60/40 shared cost.


Life insurance:
policy of $100,000 is provided for members of the Hanford General Employees Management Association

Tuition Reimbursement :
A tuition reimbursement plan is available for work-related study for up to $5,000 per fiscal year

Longevity :

Upon completion of ten consecutive years of service with the City of Hanford, employees shall receive an additional five percent (5%) above their base wage in recognition of longevity.

Deferred Compensation / Employer Match :
Employees covered under the G.E.M.A.

MOUs are eligible to receive matched employer contributions for deferred compensation up to $75.00 per pay period for the term of the MOU.

Cell phone and Mobile Device Reimbursement :
$50 cell phone reimbursement per month; $50 mobile device reimbursement.
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