Engineering Associate

Serve your community. Make a difference. Grow your career. MEANINGFUL WORK awaits you here at the City of North Las Vegas. We serve one of the largest culturally diverse cities in the nation and our community continues to grow! If you value Accountability, Communication, Collaboration, Innovation, and Dedication then you are just the person we are looking for!

An Engineering Associate is an essential member of our team and we invite you to apply and help contribute to CNLV’S growing success! Please thoroughly review the information and selection process outlined below this announcement.

Internal Notice for Teamster Team Members: This posting will create a non-probationary internal Teamster eligibility list and fill 1 vacancy for this classification. The current vacancy is in the Public Works – Engineering and Construction Services Department. The internal Teamster eligibility list will be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification, for up to one hundred and eighty (180) days. Non-probationary Teamster team members successfully completing the selection process will be placed on the internal Teamster eligibility list. All other team members including part-time/temporary employees along with external candidates may apply for this recruitment. These individuals may be considered after the appropriate recruitment process of the collective bargaining agreement has been followed. If the vacancy is not filled through promotion by a full-time non-probationary Teamster team members, the next opportunity for placement will be to hire qualified part-time/temporary employees and external candidates.

Please thoroughly review the information and selection process outlined below this announcement.

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

• Submit a Complete Application – For your application to be considered, you MUST fully complete an online application by providing sufficient information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications, attach any documents as necessary, and answer ALL questions. Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this announcement and click “SUBMIT” at the end of your application.
• Pay Considerations –The salary range for the position is $3,477.66 Starting salary is dependent on education, qualifications, and experience Existing employees will receive increases as outlined by their bargaining agreement.
• Work Schedule – This position is scheduled to work 4 days per week, 9 hours per day, (36-hour work week) Monday through Thursday, 8:00am to 6:00pm.

THE ROLE

Plans, coordinates and performs engineering work, including reviewing various land development submittals, conducting engineering feasibility studies, performing design work for construction projects and environmental/conservation programs; performs professional level engineering planning, and design for a variety of projects.

The full job description can be found here: Engineering Associate

Check out some of our benefits here: CNLV Benefits Flyer

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate for the Engineering Design option is a detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in civil engineering principles and design practices. They are capable of preparing project designs, cost estimates, specifications, and bid packages for a variety of public works projects with guidance from a Senior Engineer. They collaborate effectively with City staff, architects, and engineers, providing technical oversight and management of projects. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or a related field.
• Two (2) or more years of progressively complex and responsible related work experience with knowledge and familiarity in the theories and principals for application to practical problems and solutions.

Licenses and Certifications

• Must possess a valid Nevada state driver’s license, or have the ability to obtain, and maintain a satisfactory motor vehicle record.
• Possession of State of Nevada Registered Engineer Certificate. If licensed in another state, registration in the state of Nevada within one (1) year of hire/reclassification
• Prefer Professional Traffic Operations Engineer certification (Traffic Option Only)

SELECTION PROCESS

1. Complete Online Application - Interested candidates MUST submit a completed application through the City’s application system. Evaluation of meeting requirements will be made solely on information provided on the application and any required attachments.
2. The selection process will begin with a screening of the application/resume - The best qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the assessment process. The selection process will include (dates to be determined).
3. Internal posting only : Personnel File Review - Pass/Fail, Minimum passing score is 75%- All current employees seeking internal positions will undergo a personnel file review. The personnel file review includes a current employment status check (probationary/qualifying periods), and a review of active discipline and most recent performance evaluation. Employees with a rating that does not meet minimum standards may be disqualified from this recruitment process.
4. Oral Board Interview (Weighted 100%, Passing Score 70%):
5. Pre-Employment Screening – Selected candidates for this position are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes but is not limited to local & state criminal history check; federal criminal history checks via submission of fingerprints; and drug screening. *IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Background check processing may take 2 to 3 months to complete.
6. Selection/Offers -

Note: Subsequent vacancies during the life of the internal eligibility list may require participation in an additional selection interview. The selection interview will be weighted 100%, requiring a passing score of 70% in order to be considered for the subsequent position vacancy.

The selection process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

QUESTIONS?

For questions about this position or the selection process, please contact:

Byron Moreno – Talent Acquisition Partner

View email address on click.appcast.io

Additional Information

• People Group: Teamster Administrative

Compensation

• Grade: TEX-22
• Minimum Salary: 3217.24
• Maximum Salary: 4596.18
• Pay Basis: BIWEEKLY

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate for the Engineering Design option is a detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in civil engineering principles and design practices. They are capable of preparing project designs, cost estimates, specifications, and bid packages for a variety of public works projects with guidance from a Senior Engineer. They collaborate effectively with City staff, architects, and engineers, providing technical oversight and management of projects. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or a related field.
• Two (2) or more years of progressively complex and responsible related work experience with knowledge and familiarity in the theories and principals for application to practical problems and solutions.

Licenses and Certifications

• Must possess a valid Nevada state driver’s license, or have the ability to obtain, and maintain a satisfactory motor vehicle record.
• Possession of State of Nevada Registered Engineer Certificate. If licensed in another state, registration in the state of Nevada within one (1) year of hire/reclassification
• Prefer Professional Traffic Operations Engineer certification (Traffic Option Only)

SELECTION PROCESS

1. Complete Online Application - Interested candidates MUST submit a completed application through the City’s application system. Evaluation of meeting requirements will be made solely on information provided on the application and any required attachments.
2. The selection process will begin with a screening of the application/resume - The best qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the assessment process. The selection process will include (dates to be determined).
3. Internal posting only : Personnel File Review - Pass/Fail, Minimum passing score is 75%- All current employees seeking internal positions will undergo a personnel file review. The personnel file review includes a current employment status check (probationary/qualifying periods), and a review of active discipline and most recent performance evaluation. Employees with a rating that does not meet minimum standards may be disqualified from this recruitment process.
4. Oral Board Interview (Weighted 100%, Passing Score 70%):
5. Pre-Employment Screening – Selected candidates for this position are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes but is not limited to local & state criminal history check; federal criminal history checks via submission of fingerprints; and drug screening. *IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Background check processing may take 2 to 3 months to complete.
6. Selection/Offers -

Note: Subsequent vacancies during the life of the internal eligibility list may require participation in an additional selection interview. The selection interview will be weighted 100%, requiring a passing score of 70% in order to be considered for the subsequent position vacancy.

The selection process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

QUESTIONS?

For questions about this position or the selection process, please contact:

Byron Moreno – Talent Acquisition Partner

View email address on click.appcast.io