Engineer (20568911)

Job Description:

Engineer (20568911)

Description

Description

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the positions of Assistant Engineer, Associate Engineer and Associate Civil Engineer for the Public Works Department in the Community Development and Services Agency. Currently, there are two vacancies that may be filled at either the Assistant Engineer, Associate Engineer, or Associate Civil Engineer level depending on qualifications. These classes are alternately staffed and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience, required certifications and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications and expectations for the higher level class. The incumbent to this position will perform engineering work, including preparing design plans, specifications and engineering estimates related to roads, bridges, culverts and other County infrastructure; project management; assist in developing and administering professional services or construction project contracts; review plans and inspect projects; collect and present data and prepare reports; provide information and advice to the public and perform related work as assigned.

Assistant Engineer: is the entry level in the civil engineer series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents will provide assistance to management staff or higher level engineers in the areas of research, data collection, project administration, preparation of reports and preparation of engineering plans and specifications. Assignments are intended to provide background in the fundamental principles and practices of public service engineering.

Associate Engineer: is the journey level in the civil engineer series. Under general supervision, incumbents independently conduct design, research and construction project inspection and analyses for a variety of projects within the county. Responsibilities may also include providing work direction to technical support staff.

Associate Civil Engineer: is the advanced journey level in the civil engineering series. Under general direction, incumbents perform professional engineer work and prepare civil design plans for various Public Works projects; independently conduct engineering feasibility cost, research and design studies and construction project work; analyses for varied department and agency projects and functions; signing off designs and as-built changes related to roads, bridges, culverts and other County infrastructure and perform related duties as assigned.

About CDSA:

The Community Development and Services Agency (CDSA) strives to improve the overall quality of life for our residents and fiscal health of our businesses by coordinating the orderly growth and development of the County. We accomplish this by providing proper implementation of related regulations, providing community services, and by providing operation, maintenance, and expansion of Public Works infrastructure.

Job Description URL:

https://www.yuba.org/Yuba%20County/Human%20Resources%20and%20Organizational%20Se...

Job PDF:

AsstAssocAssoc Civil Engineer Job Flyer DEC 2024.pdf

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of engineering principles and be motivated to learn and grow in the Engineering field. Experience with software programs for technical modeling, calculation, database, mapping and drafting, especially AutoCad is preferred. The successful incumbent will also have strong written and verbal communication skills. They will have excellent project management abilities and be able to mediate problems as they arise. The ideal candidate will have experience in, or be interested in roadway, bridge, and infrastructure design and construction. The Public Works division is very team oriented, but the incumbent must also be able to remain productive working independently when required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Assistant Engineer:

Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an accredited 4-year college or university.

OR

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from a foreign or non-US college or university and an evaluation of the educational units from a United States accredited college or university or an approved agency verifying the coursework is equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a minimum of two years experience equivalent to the County’s class of Engineering Technician in the United States.

Preferred: In addition to the minimum, possession of a California Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certificate and up to two years of additional engineering experience.

Licenses and Certification: The ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver's license within ten (10) days of employment; maintain a valid driver’s license.

Special Requirements: Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation which includes Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire. Must file statements of economic interest with the Yuba County Clerk/Recorder. Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.

Work Environment: Generally a typical office environment. Work with exposure to potential hazards at various construction sites. May be exposed to dangerous machinery, potential physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and extreme weather conditions.

Associate Engineer:

Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an accredited 4-year college or university and four years of civil engineering experience in a public agency or equivalent

OR

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, possession of a California Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certificate and two years of civil engineering experience in a public agency or equivalent.

Preferred: In addition to the minimum, possession of a California Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certificate and additional years of civil engineering experience in a public agency setting.

Licenses and Certification: The ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver's license within ten (10) days of employment; maintain a valid driver’s license.

Special Requirements: Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation which includes Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire. Must file statements of economic interest with the Yuba County Clerk/Recorder. Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.

Work Environment: Generally a typical office environment. Work with exposure to potential hazards at various construction sites. May be exposed to dangerous machinery, potential physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and extreme weather conditions.

Associate Civil Engineer:

Minimum: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited 4-year college or university in Civil Engineering, Surveying or a closely related field and two years professional engineering experience.

Preferred: In addition to the minimum, a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering and three years of civil engineering experience in a public agency setting.

Licenses and Certification: The ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver’s license within ten (10) days of employment; maintain valid California Class C driver’s license. Possess registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California.

Special Requirements: Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation which includes Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire. Must file statements of economic interest with the Yuba County Clerk/Recorder. Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.

Work Environment: Generally a typical office environment. Work with exposure to potential hazards at various construction sites. May be exposed to dangerous machinery, potential physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and extreme weather conditions.

Benefits

ASSISTANT ENGINEER: $6,282 - $8,167/Monthly

ASSOCIATE ENGINEER: $6,941 - $9,024/Monthly

ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER: $7,669 - $9,970/Monthly

MERIT INCREASE: Typically 5% each year for the first 7 years. To access the County salary schedule, please click on this link.

RETIREMENT MISCELLANEOUS:

Classic: 2% @ 55

New: 2% @ 62

For more information about CalPERS Pension, please visit CalPERS Retirement.

SOCIAL SECURITY: Yuba County does not participate in the Social Security Program

MEDICARE: Yuba County does participate in the Medicare Program.

STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE: SDIprovides benefits to employees who are unable to work due to non-work-related illness or injury. Paid Family Leave (PFL) automatically covers persons covered by SDI.

MEDICAL: Yuba County offers several medical plan options (HMO and PPO plans available based on eligibility) through CalPERS. To reference the current Rate Sheet, please visit Health Insurance and see General Resources.

DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: The County pays 100% of the Basic plan premiums for employee or 80% for employee and eligible dependent(s). Requires participation in Health Insurance benefits.

*Health Waiver Opt-out of $250/monthly available with proof of other Non-Covered CA, employer sponsored health care coverage.

LIFE INSURANCE: County provides $50,000 in life insurance coverage. Employees may purchase additional coverage for themselves and dependents.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: County paid confidential counseling program for up to 5 visits per incident per eligible family member.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: One Voluntary Deferred Compensation plan is available.

UNION AFFILIATION: Yuba County Employee Association (YCEA). To learn more visit Labor Relations.

F or Leave Accrual Rates and Specialty Pays for classifications within the Yuba County Employees Association Bargaining Unit, please reference this Yuba County Employee's Association (YCEA) Benefits Summary .

Special Instructions

Final Filing Deadline: Open Until Filled (Application review on-going)

APPLICATION SCREENING:

An official Yuba County employment application must be submitted by final filing deadline. Applications must include supplemental questionnaire, copies of valid license(s), certificate(s) and college transcripts and/or diploma. Incomplete applications may be disqualified from further consideration.

TO APPLY:

ONLINE APPLICATION: Applications may be submitted online through CalOpps. Click on the Apply for Job button above to complete the Yuba County employment application and Supplemental Questionnaire.

OR

HARD COPY APPLICATION: You may access a hard copy of the Yuba County employment application and Supplemental Questionnaire by visiting our website at http://www.yuba.org. Our applications are available in a Microsoft Word format or fillable PDF, or you may pick up these materials in our office located 915 8th Street, Suite 113, Marysville, CA 95901. Hard copies of applications can be submitted to our office in person, by U.S. Mail or by fax at 530-749-7864. Applications must be received by the final filing deadline; postmarks or applications received after the final filing deadline will not be accepted.

All applicants will be given written notice regarding the status of their application and selection procedures. The County prefers to communicate via email, if provided, to expedite communication. It is also recommended that applicants review their SPAM mail daily as to not miss any important communication from the County. Communications are sent from two mail servers; Yuba@CalOpps.org and @co.yuba.ca.us.

Applicants are responsible for notifying the County of any changes to their contact information, including but not limited to e-mail addresses, mailing addresses, primary and secondary telephone numbers.

(Note: All diplomas or degrees must be from an accredited college or university. To obtain information regarding accreditation, refer to the US Department of Education Office of Post Secondary Education at: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/search.aspx )

Applicants must provide the following documents with their application by the filing deadline:

• Completed Yuba County Employment Application (Online or Hard Copy)
• Supplemental Questionnaire
• Any Diplomas and Unofficial Transcripts
• Copies of Related Certifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The minimum and preferred requirements are listed above. While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, Human Resources reserves the right to select applicants for further consideration who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee further participation in selection procedures.

RECRUITMENT SELECTION PROCESSES:

The recruitment process involves multiple steps which may include but are not limited to:

• Supplemental Questionnaire (Informational)
• Department Interviews

(Please note: The entire recruitment process from recruitment opening date to start date could take 8 - 10 weeks for successful candidates).

WAIVER OF SELECTION PROCEDURES:

When selection procedures have been publicly announced and the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications for the position is five or less, the Human Resources Director may, at her/his discretion; a) Waive the competition entirely and submit the names of the applicants meeting the minimum qualifications to the appointing department, b) Revise the conditions of competition to a more practical basis under the circumstances.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY LIST:

An employment eligibility list is established for those applicants who successfully pass all phases of the examination process. This list will be held for a minimum of six (6) months from the date the list is certified. For each vacancy the top five (5) ranks on the list will be certified to the department for final selection, which will include a departmental interview.

DEPARTMENT INTERVIEW:

The Public Works Department will notify the applicant of the date and time of his/her interview. The applicant will be asked a series of questions about his/herself and his/her related experience, education and training that exhibit the knowledge, skills and abilities essential to the job. The applicant may also be asked questions about hypothetical situations to test his/her ability to make decisions and use sound judgment and common sense.

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone:

(530)749-5637

Contact email:

njanda@co.yuba.ca.us

Closing Date/Time: Until filled

Salary:

$6,282.00-$9,970.00