Associate Civil Engineer

Associate Civil Engineer

The City of Carson is seeking eligible candidates for the position of Associate Civil Engineer. Applicants must possess a valid Civil Engineering license (PE) in the State of California. We are excited to welcome a talented and driven individual to join our team as a Civil Engineer! Ideally, you will bring five (5) years of professional civil engineering experience and hold a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in civil engineering from a recognized college or university. We are looking for a candidate who has hands-on experience with engineering designs and the construction of infrastructure projects, proficiency in CAD, and excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. You should be someone who can tackle tasks independently with confidence and precision. Under general direction, you will have the opportunity to plan and coordinate capital improvement projects and engage in a variety of professional engineering duties, making a tangible impact through your work. Come be a part of our dynamic team where your expertise will shine, and your contributions will help shape the future of our community!

Great benefits:

• 100% Fully paid family medical (KAISER family rate)
• CalPERS Retirement
• 4/10 Schedule
• Tuition Reimbursement up to 100% equivalent to CSUDH
• Full Time Retiree Medical after 10 years of service

Under general direction, plans and coordinates capital improvement projects and performs a variety of professional engineering duties in design and construction inspection activities. Engineer must have CIP experience with, for and/or at public agencies, cities and/or counties, which includes street improvements, traffic signals, stormwater, sewers, recycled water, irrigation, landscape and Right of Way (ROW).

Essential Duties

(These functions are representative and may not be present in all position in the class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind related duties and work assignments.)

1. Develops comprehensive plans for the design and construction of major public works projects.
2. As project engineer for assigned projects, plans and organizes the design and construction of major public works facilities.
3. Engineer should have CIP experience with, for and/or at public agencies, cities and/or counties, which includes street improvements, traffic signals, stormwater, sewers, recycled water, irrigation, landscape and Right of Way (ROW).
4. Coordinates and monitors project progress to insure timely progress of permit clearances and acquisitions/right-of-way, plans/specifications, contracting and budget monitoring.
5. Coordinates activities with other departments and outside agencies to obtain various approvals.
6. Participates in the selection process for consultants and contracts.
7. Acts as contract administrator on capital projects.
8. Participates in the development of plans, specifications and estimates for the construction of public works projects.
9. Inspects project sites to assist in the solution of difficult problems.
10. Interprets specifications and city policy.
11. Reviews plans for construction prepared by private engineers.
12. Prepares various applications for State and Federal grants.
13. Assists in the preparation of capital improvement plans and budget.
14. Prepares necessary Council agenda items.
15. Confers with staff regarding project priorities and programs.
16. Provides information to and consults with the public.
17. Performs related duties as required or necessary.

Qualifications

A typical way to obtain the requisite qualifications to perform the duties of this class is as follows: Education and/or Experience: Any combination equivalent to graduation from a recognized college or university with a baccalaureate degree in civil engineering or related field and three (3) years of full time, paid professional experience in civil engineering. Experience and/or education in a related field may be substituted on a year for year basis. Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of civil engineering.
• Modern methods and techniques as applied to design, construction, maintenance and contract administration of public works projects.
• Grant-in-aid programs as they relate to public works.
• Computer aided design (CAD).
• Design and construction of major public works facilities.

Skill and Ability to:

• Administer and coordinate various activities of the engineering section and to evaluate the effectiveness of those functions.
• Effectively communicate in writing and orally.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California.

License and Certificate: Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license. Employees in this classification will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms possession of a valid driver's license and reflects driving record. Possession of a certificate of registration as a professional civil engineering in the State of California is required.

Working Conditions

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Positions in this class normally:

• Require to meet approved minimal physical and medical standards.
• Require vision (which may be corrected) to read small print.
• Perform lifting, pushing and/or pulling which does not exceed 50 pounds and is an infrequent aspect of the job.
• Is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
• May be required to use city or personal vehicle in the course of employment.
• May be required to attend periodic evening meetings and/or to travel within and out of City boundaries to attend meetings.

Applications will be screened and evaluated for relevant training and experience. Applications must be complete and include any and all required documents. Only those applicants determined to be among the most qualified may be invited to participate in the examination process which will consist of the following sections:

• Supplemental Questionnaire, no weight
• Oral Exam 100%

The Human Resources Department reserves the right to adjust, modify, delete and/or change the above exam types and/or weights. Supplemental questionnaires are used to evaluate applicant's indicated abilities with the ideal candidate profile. Applicants must achieve a cut-off score of 70% or above on oral examination to be placed on the eligibility list. Passing any/all of the examination sections does not guarantee an invitation to the selection interview. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to invite those amongst the highest scoring to the next phase of the recruitment. Revisions to a testing component during a recruitment process can be made at the discretion of the Human Resources Department. Applicants will be notified by email if a revision is made. An eligibility list will be established in accordance with the City's Personnel Rules, Rule VI, Employment List Procedures.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Carson is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and strive to build collaborative teams that reflect the rich diversity of our community. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, registered domestic partner status, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, age (40 and over), military and veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to equal opportunity and compliance with all applicable employment laws. Join us and be part of cultivating a workplace that values and celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion! Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities: Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact the City of Carson Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled examination date. If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please reach out to us as early as possible.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice. All statements made on the job application are subject to investigation and/or verification. Inaccurate and/or false statements will be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligibility list or discharge from employment.

Important Notice: This recruitment is open. Current City of Carson employees: Please do not use your City of Carson email address as part of this applications. You must indicate a personal email address in order to receive communication and/or notices from Human Resources throughout the recruitment process.