Engineering Associate

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Job Description Summary

The Utilities Engineering Associate will plan, coordinate and perform 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.

Job Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
•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.
•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

Utilities Engineering Associate:
•Reviews and evaluates engineering design plans and technical studies prepared by professional engineers to ensure compliance with federal, state, regional and local regulations as they apply to the design and construction of improvements associated with residential, commercial and

industrial land development projects, such as roadways, bridges, culverts, utility systems and stormwater management/flood control facilities. Reviews water and sewer plans submitted by developers and consulting engineers for private land development/public works water/sewer infrastructure; computes water and sewer connection charges; determines inspection fees and bonding requirements for development projects;
•Provides internal and external excellent customer service by responding to inquiries from staff, contractors, engineers, developers and homeowners for information and technical assistance with feasibility of water and sewer installations in proposed developments; researches and provides information regarding existing water and sewer facilities;
•Familiarity in water distribution and wastewater collection facilities hydraulic modeling and design, which may include pump stations, storage reservoirs, well sites, lift stations, water mains and sewer mains.

The full job description can be found here: Engineering Associate

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Foreign Education : Applicants using foreign education to meet minimum qualifications must provide a U.S. equivalency evaluation from a current NACES or AICE member. Applicants are responsible for all associated costs.

Additional Job Description

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 UTILITIES 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.

Work Schedule : Monday through Thursday, 8:00am to 6:00pm. This position is scheduled to work 4 days per week, 9 hours per day (36 hour work week).

SELECTION PROCESS

• 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.
• 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:
• 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.
• Oral Board Interview (Weighted 100%; Passing Score 70%)
• 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.
• 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:

Matthew Bulavsky, Talent Acquisition Partner, View email address on aiapply.co

Leena Kochhar, HR Technician, View email address on aiapply.co

Compensation Range

$3,217.24 - $4,596.17