Public Works Civil Engineer

Salary : $101,157.26 - $151,736.42 Annually
Location : 305 West Third Street, Oxnard 93030, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 4010-PW-2605-SM
Department: PUBLIC WORKS
Division: Engineering Ser/Design
Opening Date: 05/13/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


Description
* This recruitment is open until filled. Early submissions are encouraged as applications will be reviewed on a regular and ongoing basis.*

The City of Oxnard's Public Works Department is seeking a Civil Engineer to work within the Engineering and Capital Projects Division.


Effective the first full pay period of July 2026, the salary range for Civil Engineer positions will increase by 3%. The new range will be $101,157.26 - $151,736.42 annually.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Project management/resident engineer responsibilities for the Division's more complex assignments, including vertical construction, city building upgrades, park improvements, street paving, and other public right-of-way engineering projects
• Assisting the Senior Civil Engineer in plan review and development for internal Facilities projects
• Coordination with the Traffic Engineering (TE) division to streamline the development and approval of traffic control plans for projects within the public right-of-way
• Development and management of the future Oxnard ADA Transition Plan for the public right-of-way
• Working with internal and external stakeholders to develop capital project scopes of work; production of engineering and architectural design plans and specifications for assigned projects, using both in-house and contracted resources
• Participate in Neighborhood Council and other public stakeholder meetings, sometimes outside of normal work hours and occasionally on weekends
• Perform other civil engineering-related duties as assigned

Payroll/Classification Title: Civil Engineer
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

The Civil Engineer is the class responsible for assuring that private and public development meets with applicable Federal, State, and City requirements and codes. This position is distinguished from the next higher level class of Senior Civil Engineer by the latter position's full management and supervisory responsibilities.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED / SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Direction is provided by the Senior Civil Engineer or Supervising Civil Engineer. Incumbents in this class exercise technical and functional supervision over lower-level engineering technical and support staff.

WORK SCHEDULE: The normal work week is Monday through Thursday, 8:00 - 6:00 PM and every other Friday, 8:00 - 5:00 PM. Staff will work some evenings. Depending on the work assignment, staff may be assigned to a shift that is outside the standard work hours. In addition, this position may be required to be available to work additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs. The standard work environment varies depending on assignment but is typically either primarily in an office setting or out in the field. The City does not offer hybrid or remote work.

Essential Functions
(These class specifications represent only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.)

• Provides engineering analysis and comments on all phases of civil engineering land development plans, reports, and calculations; coordinates with developers and engineers to assure proposed improvements conform with applicable standards, policies and specifications; reviews engineering cost estimates; calculates and collects fees associated with development permits.
• Investigates field issues regarding land development construction and provides general direction to City inspectors and technicians on land development projects.
• Acts as a primary point of contact for residents, property owners, contractors, and private engineers regarding grading, land development and infrastructure improvements.
• Responds to questions and concerns from the general public; provides information and resolves complaints; provides information to the public at the front counter, via telephone, and by other means of communication regarding grading and encroachment permits as well as information about city utilities, improvement plan reviews, and city standards.
• Performs historical document research and review; provides engineering analysis of potential alternatives for land development projects.
• Communicates and coordinates with various City divisions (Water, Wastewater, Streets, CIP Engineering, etc.) to ensure that proposed construction conforms to the needs and applicable requirements of those departments.
• Demonstrates a full understanding of applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties.

Minimum Qualifications


The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into each classification:

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field

EXPERIENCE :

• Possess the equivalent of three (3) years of directly related experience in civil engineering work

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

• A valid unrestricted Class C license may be required, depending on position
• Possession of a valid certificate of registration/licensure as a Civil Engineer issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists

OTHER REQUIREMENTS :

• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing

General Information
APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.
• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.
• Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.


The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments. There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy within the Public Works Department.

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation.


UNION MEMBERSHIP: Positions in this classification are represented by the Service Employees International Association (SEIU).


NOTE: For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.


Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions. Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.


This position requires a 12 month probationary period.


Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.


If a candidate accepts a conditional job offer with the City of Oxnard, any and all pending applications for active recruitments with the City of Oxnard will be withdrawn and no longer considered

This position is governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.


REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT: On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. View phone number on click.appcast.io dhs.gov/e-verify


If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Susie Morales at View email address on click.appcast.io.


NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
Retirement Contributions:
New members (as defined by PEPRA), 2% @ 62; "Classic" members 2% @ 55. The employee will be required to pay a portion of their annual earnings toward their retirement. The City of Oxnard does not participate in social security.
Vacation Accrual Rates:

Full time employees accrue vacation leave at a rate of 4.39-8.08 hours per pay period based on years of service.
Sick Leave Accrual Rate:

Full time employees accrue sick leave at a rate of 3.70 hours per pay period.
Deferred Compensation:

The City contributes 1% to a deferred compensation program.
Bilingual Pay:

A regular full time employee may receive bilingual pay at the rate of $50.00-$125.00 bi-weekly depending on the level the employee is required to provide bilingual services as determined by the City Manager or designee.
Educational Incentive:

Employees earn educational incentive pay for educational attainments not required by the classification. The educational incentive pay is as follows: Associates degree - 2.5%, Bachelor's degree - 3%, Graduate degree - 3.5%
Health and dental:

Employees can choose from a variety of medical plans provided by the City. The City's contribution to medical coverage is outlined below:

Level One - For employees hired before January 1, 2023, the City contributes $1,543.00 per month toward medical insurance premiums and an additional $74.21 per month toward dental insurance premiums. Employees will receive cash back if the medical plan they choose is less than the City's monthly contribution of $1,543.00 per month. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive cash back in the amount $1,243.00 per month provided they provide proof of other qualifying coverage. Any unused dental premium monies are paid to the employee. If employees hired prior to January 1, 2023 make any changes to their health plan, they will be placed in level two.

Level Two - For employees hired on or after January 1, 2023, the City will contribute $2,054.00 towards medical insurance premiums with no cash back. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive $500.00 per month cash back provided they show proof of other qualifying coverage. The City will continue to provide $80.17 per month towards dental insurance.
Life Insurance:

City employees receive Basic Life Coverage and have the option to purchase additional insurance.
Tuition Reimbursement:

Full-time employees are eligible for 100% reimbursement of the costs of tuition, registration fees, laboratory fees, and books to a maximum of $1,500 per fiscal year for work related coursework.
Holidays:

The City observes 12 holidays per year.
01


Do you currently have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field?

• Yes
• No

02


Please describe your civil engineering experience within the Engineering and Capital Projects, including your employer(s), job titles, and dates of employment.In your response, please include:A) Employer(s)B) Job title(s)C) Dates of employmentD) Duties
03


Do you currently possess a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers?

• Yes
• No

Required Question