Associate Engineer

6 days ago


Desert Hot Springs, United States City of Desert Hot Springs, CA Full time
Salary : $88,420.80 - $107,476.08 Annually

Location : Desert Hot Springs, CA

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 2024-0131

Department: Public Works

Division: Engineering

Opening Date: 10/14/2024

Description

Definition: Under the direction and general supervision of the City Engineer, this position performs a variety of engineering and project management functions in connection with surveying, design, construction, development, and maintenance of public works projects; and other engineering work as required.

Supervision received/exercised: Receives direct supervision from the City Engineer and indirect supervision from the Public Works Director. Exercises direct and indirect supervision over professional, technical, office support and field personnel.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENT: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Essential functions:

Functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Complete the planning, review, comment, and approvals of grading, street, utility, storm drain, and traffic signal improvement plan for both public and private projects.
  • Complete the planning, review, comment, and approvals of Hydrology Reports, Water Quality Management Plans, PM10 Plans, and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans, for both public and private projects.
  • Research and apply current City, County, State, and Federal Engineering Standards to the planning and design of Public Works projects.
  • Perform calculations and prepare engineers estimates of unit costs and time and material costs.
  • Perform and complete routine project investigation and field inspections reports.
  • Assists in the solution of technical engineering problems.
  • Research publications and industry information sources and assists in the development of revised design and construction standards for public works construction.
  • Investigate field problems affecting property owners, contractors, and maintenance operations.
  • Develop and administer contracts for projects, from planning through the end of construction.
  • Coordinate engineering and public works activities with City staff, City departments, utilities, the public, contractors, developers, and outside agencies.
  • Oversees consultants and performs drafting, computing, checking, and direction of field operations for engineering projects.
  • Assists in the review and formation process and function of Drainage Assessment Districts, Landscape and Lighting Districts, and Community Facility Districts.
  • Draft project specific specifications, maps, plans, and diagrams for public bidding process.
  • Draft staff reports regarding engineering projects, for City Council review and approval.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
Occasional functions:
  • Perform presentations to Planning Commission and City Council regarding engineering projects as needed.
  • Provides engineering support to all City departments as required.
  • Assists and advises permit applicants with engineering and related problems.
  • Gives information over the counter and by telephone regarding questions and concerns in relation to engineering and public works.
  • Gives information over the counter and by telephone concerning grading permits, encroachment permits, and transportation permit requirements, amounts of fees, and procedures to apply for permits.
  • May assist other staff as needed and with overflow work as assigned
Typical Qualifications

Qualifications:

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

And

Equivalent of four years of experience in municipal engineering and/or engineering related experience

License/Certification as need

Registration as a Civil Engineer by the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers is preferred

Valid California driver's license with a good driving record at time of appointment

Knowledge of:
  • Local government organization and functions
  • Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation
  • Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including those related to land development
  • Principles, practices, and fundamentals of engineering as applied to public works, utilities, building construction, methods, and materials.
  • Techniques used in the construction of public works, utilities, or building construction projects.
  • Development Review process and procedures
  • Current literature and sources of information regarding engineering.
  • Mapping, topography, and construction surveying,
  • Program Management, Project Management, and Construction Management
  • General methods and procedures for describing real property
Ability to:
  • Support the City's goal of providing professional, reliable, and consistent customer service
  • Read and clearly interpret construction drawings, diagrams, calculations, and engineered plans and maps
  • Make computations and provide analysis
  • Design and supervise the preparation of engineering plans and specifications
  • Comprehend and draw inferences from written material.
  • Understand legal descriptions and boundary maps of real property; read and interpret maps and plans
  • Work independently and as part of a team
  • Read, interpret, and explain complex drawings, specifications, codes, ordinances, procedures, and objectives to public and private agency organizations and individuals
  • Understand legal descriptions and boundary maps of real property; read and interpret maps and plans
  • Prepare clear, complete, and accurate reports, correspondence, and other written materials
  • Follow written and oral directions
  • Pass pre-employment screening/background/drug test
Skills:
  • A detailed oriented approach to tasks
  • Organize and maintain accurate records of daily activities and projects, produce weekly and monthly activity reports
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other City employees, and the public
  • Work well under pressure; handle significant problems and tasks that arise simultaneously and/or unexpectedly
  • To meet the public in situations requiring diplomacy and tact including dealing constructively with conflict and developing effective resolutions
  • Basic algebraic and geometry calculations including fractions and measurements
  • Use initiative and independent judgment with established guidelines
  • Operate common office equipment such as smartphone, tablet, computer, fax machine, copy machine, calculator and computer applications related to the work including Microsoft Office, Outlook, Access, and geographical information system (GIS).
  • Familiarly with operating plotters and large format printer

Supplemental Information

Work environment, physical demands, and behavior requirements:

Environmental Conditions: Working conditions are mostly a typical office environment. On occasion may work in the field in various weather conditions and ground conditions.

Physical Conditions: Essential functions may require, in the performance of daily activities, bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, standing, sitting, or walking for prolonged periods of time. Mobility to work in typical office and field settings and use standard office equipment; stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry a case of paper; agility to traverse terrain and construction sites; vision to read printed materials, a computer screen and interpret colored plans, dexterity to write and type; and hearing and speech to communicate over the telephone. Work is subject to performance under exposure to computer screens and moderate office noise. May encounter in the field adverse environmental conditions, fumes, gasses, noxious odors, hazardous chemicals and materials, biohazards, and noise.

Behavior Requirements: Dependable, prompt, regular attendance. Professional telephone and email etiquette, including returning voicemails and emails promptly. Ability to cooperate with the public and co-workers. Tolerance for the stress of multiple simultaneous, possible conflicting demands. Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks with an attention to detail.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City of Desert Hot Springs is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we encourage all persons to file applications. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, family or marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, religious or political affiliation, or veteran status.

MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS: Selected candidates must pass a pre-employment physical exam and be fingerprinted for a background check. Failure to pass the medical examination or background check may be cause for rejection or removal from the eligibility list.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Employees in this classification serve a probationary period of one (1) year.

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE: In compliance with the DRUG FREE WORKPLACE ACT OF 1988 it is City policy to maintain a drug free workplace.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Employees in this classification serve a probationary period of one (1) year.

EMPLOYEE LEAVE: The City offers a generous Vacation and Sick leave program, plus 10 annual holidays and one (1) floating holiday. Employees accrue 80 hours per year of sick leave; employees accrue 80 hours of vacation leave for the first five years; after five years, employees accrue additional hours based on years of service.

BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAM: The City of Desert Hot Springs participates in the Civic Scholars Program and offers its full-time employees the opportunity to earn a bachelor's degree at no cost to the employee. Civic Scholars is an employer sponsored college pathway for the employees of Desert Hot Springs that is fully online and self-paced. Built to be mobile friendly, it allows the working adult to start or complete their bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited, non-profit university with no disruption to their work life balance. Details about this program, and how employees can obtain a bachelor's degree at no cost, is available from Human Resources.

RETIREMENT: The City participates in the Social Security system and all employees are covered by the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees pay the Member's contribution depending on their prior PERS eligibility. Membership is mandatory. The retirement formula for new employees is 2% at 60, or 2% at 62, depending on prior PERS eligibility, with highest three-year compensation average.

INSURANCE: The City contributes a maximum amount per month towards the cost of medical, dental and vision coverage available to employees and dependents; life insurance is paid by the City.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: Available for interested employees, offered through ICMA.

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE: In compliance with the DRUG FREE WORKPLACE ACT OF 1988 it is City policy to maintain a drug free workplace.
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