City of Roseville, CA
Roseville, California
Description THE POSITION The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the position of Junior/Assistant/Associate Engineer. The vacancies reside in the following departments: Development Services Public Works The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00 pm; a flex schedule may be available. The City of Roseville is committed to a diverse workforce. We are engaged in understanding the needs and backgrounds of our colleagues and those we serve. Our organization is unified in this commitment, as we believe this produces the best results for our community. DEFINITION To perform professional engineering work in the investigation, planning, design, construction, and maintenance/operation of a variety of public works facilities, systems, projects, traffic, floodplain and/or private development projects. Positions will be assigned a functional area. Periodically employees may be temporarily assigned duties of other functional areas or rotated based on operational needs. DISTINGUISING CHARACTERICS Junior Engineer - This is the trainee level in the professional engineering series. Positions in this class possess the applicable educational background required of classes in the professional engineering series, yet typically lack practical professional engineering experience. Incumbents learn and perform less complex office and field engineering work in preparation for advancement to the Assistant Engineer level. Assignments are generally limited in scope and are performed within a procedural framework established by higher level staff. Employees work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. Assistant Engineer - This is the entry level in the professional engineering series. This class is distinguished from the Junior Engineer by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within this class. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same level of independence of direction and judgment on matters allocated to the Associate Engineer. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees have only limited professional engineering work experience. Employees work under general supervision while learning job tasks. Associate Engineer (PE) - This is the journey level class within the professional engineering series. This class is distinguished from the Assistant Engineer by assignment of the full range of professional engineering duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Incumbents may exercise direct supervision over technical engineering staff. This class is distinguished from that of the Senior Engineer in that the latter is an advanced journey level class responsible for complex and difficult engineering projects and programs and exercises direct supervision over professional engineering staff. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Junior Engineer Receives immediate supervision from higher level engineering staff. Assistant Engineer Receives general supervision from higher level engineering staff. Associate Engineer (PE) Receives direction from higher level engineering staff. May exercise direct supervision over technical engineering staff, as assigned. Examples of Duties For a complete and detailed job description, click HERE . Minimum Qualifications Junior Engineer Experience and Training Experience : No professional experience is required; one year of technical engineering experience is desirable. AND Training : A Bachelor's degree, at the time of appointment, from an accredited college or university, preferably with major course work in civil, environmental engineering or a closely related field. License or Certificate Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment. Assistant Engineer Experience and Training Experience : One year of responsible professional engineering work similar to that of a Junior Engineer with the City of Roseville. AND Training : A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with major course work in civil, environmental engineering or a closely related field. License or Certificate Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment. Associate Engineer (PE) Experience and Training Experience: Two years of responsible professional engineering work similar to that of an Assistant Engineer with the City of Roseville. AND Training: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with major course work in civil, environmental engineering or a closely related field. License or Certificate Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment. Possession of a current certificate of registration as a Professional Civil Engineer or a Professional Traffic Engineer in California by date of appointment. Supplemental Information ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Detailed information on the City of Roseville recruitment practices can be reviewed on the Frequently Asked Questions page. The City of Roseville defines “accredited college or university” as an institution of higher learning and must be listed on the United States Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs website http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation . Credits earned from colleges, universities, and institutions listed as accredited institutions on this website will be considered as part of the educational component of the minimum qualifications for a classification. The following options apply to the evaluation of college degrees from countries outside the United States: Educational background from a foreign country may be evaluated by an accredited United States college or university listed on the U.S. Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs website. Verification of degree equivalency may be obtained from organizations that provide foreign education credential evaluation services. The City of Roseville will accept verification from any of the listed member agencies found at www.naces.org or www.aice-eval.org . A copy of the foreign credential evaluation verification can be attached to the employment application. If you are offered a position with the City of Roseville, as a part of the pre-employment steps, applicants must provide a foreign degree credential equivalency certificate from an approved member agency above. Applicants who do not provide verification will be eliminated from further consideration. SELECTION PROCESS All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination. The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List. Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check, and depending on the position applied for, a pre-employment medical exam, drug and alcohol screening test, credit check, license and/or education verification, psychological examination, and/or an extensive Police Department background check process. THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS. MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: The City of Roseville offers competitive benefits packages to full-time employees. Regular part-time employees receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. For more information regarding the City's benefits, visit our website here . Benefits currently include: Health, dental, and vision insurance benefits Cafeteria plan, plus City paid Flex credit Life insurance (City paid and optional supplemental employee paid) Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health/medical costs Employee assistance plan Retirement savings plan Deferred compensation plan(s) Short-term and Long-term Disability employee paid plans Educational reimbursement Vacation leave, sick leave, personal/management leaves Holiday pay (plus two floating holidays annually) Bilingual pay Longevity pay GENERAL BENEFITS : A majority of the employee benefits are similar for all City employees. There are benefits that differ depending on which bargaining unit the job classification is assigned. Exact benefits information can be found by visiting the Benefits webpage and selecting the specific bargaining unit group. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to the City's temporary positions. Temporary employees that work 1,500 hours annually may elect medical insurance. Temporary employees contribute to a retirement plan depending on the status of total hours worked annually. Closing Date/Time: 4/25/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description THE POSITION The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the position of Junior/Assistant/Associate Engineer. The vacancies reside in the following departments: Development Services Public Works The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00 pm; a flex schedule may be available. The City of Roseville is committed to a diverse workforce. We are engaged in understanding the needs and backgrounds of our colleagues and those we serve. Our organization is unified in this commitment, as we believe this produces the best results for our community. DEFINITION To perform professional engineering work in the investigation, planning, design, construction, and maintenance/operation of a variety of public works facilities, systems, projects, traffic, floodplain and/or private development projects. Positions will be assigned a functional area. Periodically employees may be temporarily assigned duties of other functional areas or rotated based on operational needs. DISTINGUISING CHARACTERICS Junior Engineer - This is the trainee level in the professional engineering series. Positions in this class possess the applicable educational background required of classes in the professional engineering series, yet typically lack practical professional engineering experience. Incumbents learn and perform less complex office and field engineering work in preparation for advancement to the Assistant Engineer level. Assignments are generally limited in scope and are performed within a procedural framework established by higher level staff. Employees work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. Assistant Engineer - This is the entry level in the professional engineering series. This class is distinguished from the Junior Engineer by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within this class. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same level of independence of direction and judgment on matters allocated to the Associate Engineer. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees have only limited professional engineering work experience. Employees work under general supervision while learning job tasks. Associate Engineer (PE) - This is the journey level class within the professional engineering series. This class is distinguished from the Assistant Engineer by assignment of the full range of professional engineering duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Incumbents may exercise direct supervision over technical engineering staff. This class is distinguished from that of the Senior Engineer in that the latter is an advanced journey level class responsible for complex and difficult engineering projects and programs and exercises direct supervision over professional engineering staff. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Junior Engineer Receives immediate supervision from higher level engineering staff. Assistant Engineer Receives general supervision from higher level engineering staff. Associate Engineer (PE) Receives direction from higher level engineering staff. May exercise direct supervision over technical engineering staff, as assigned. Examples of Duties For a complete and detailed job description, click HERE . Minimum Qualifications Junior Engineer Experience and Training Experience : No professional experience is required; one year of technical engineering experience is desirable. AND Training : A Bachelor's degree, at the time of appointment, from an accredited college or university, preferably with major course work in civil, environmental engineering or a closely related field. License or Certificate Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment. Assistant Engineer Experience and Training Experience : One year of responsible professional engineering work similar to that of a Junior Engineer with the City of Roseville. AND Training : A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with major course work in civil, environmental engineering or a closely related field. License or Certificate Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment. Associate Engineer (PE) Experience and Training Experience: Two years of responsible professional engineering work similar to that of an Assistant Engineer with the City of Roseville. AND Training: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with major course work in civil, environmental engineering or a closely related field. License or Certificate Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment. Possession of a current certificate of registration as a Professional Civil Engineer or a Professional Traffic Engineer in California by date of appointment. Supplemental Information ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Detailed information on the City of Roseville recruitment practices can be reviewed on the Frequently Asked Questions page. The City of Roseville defines “accredited college or university” as an institution of higher learning and must be listed on the United States Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs website http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation . Credits earned from colleges, universities, and institutions listed as accredited institutions on this website will be considered as part of the educational component of the minimum qualifications for a classification. The following options apply to the evaluation of college degrees from countries outside the United States: Educational background from a foreign country may be evaluated by an accredited United States college or university listed on the U.S. Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs website. Verification of degree equivalency may be obtained from organizations that provide foreign education credential evaluation services. The City of Roseville will accept verification from any of the listed member agencies found at www.naces.org or www.aice-eval.org . A copy of the foreign credential evaluation verification can be attached to the employment application. If you are offered a position with the City of Roseville, as a part of the pre-employment steps, applicants must provide a foreign degree credential equivalency certificate from an approved member agency above. Applicants who do not provide verification will be eliminated from further consideration. SELECTION PROCESS All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination. The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List. Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check, and depending on the position applied for, a pre-employment medical exam, drug and alcohol screening test, credit check, license and/or education verification, psychological examination, and/or an extensive Police Department background check process. THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS. MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: The City of Roseville offers competitive benefits packages to full-time employees. Regular part-time employees receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. For more information regarding the City's benefits, visit our website here . Benefits currently include: Health, dental, and vision insurance benefits Cafeteria plan, plus City paid Flex credit Life insurance (City paid and optional supplemental employee paid) Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health/medical costs Employee assistance plan Retirement savings plan Deferred compensation plan(s) Short-term and Long-term Disability employee paid plans Educational reimbursement Vacation leave, sick leave, personal/management leaves Holiday pay (plus two floating holidays annually) Bilingual pay Longevity pay GENERAL BENEFITS : A majority of the employee benefits are similar for all City employees. There are benefits that differ depending on which bargaining unit the job classification is assigned. Exact benefits information can be found by visiting the Benefits webpage and selecting the specific bargaining unit group. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to the City's temporary positions. Temporary employees that work 1,500 hours annually may elect medical insurance. Temporary employees contribute to a retirement plan depending on the status of total hours worked annually. Closing Date/Time: 4/25/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
CITY OF SANTA ANA, CA
Santa Ana, California, United States
Description The City of Santa Ana is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitude, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a passion for public service. Having highly talented employees provides the best service to our community. Under general supervision, performs responsible technical work in examining construction drawings for the construction, alteration, or repair of single-family residential, apartment, conventional commercial, or industrial buildings, and associated structures to ensure compliance with building safety standards prior to issuance of a building permit. The deadline for the first review of applications is 11:59 PM on Thursday, April 11, 2024 . Applicants are encouraged to submit applications early. Applicants that submit applications after the first review deadline are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review deadline . Essential Functions Include But Are Not Limited To At the public counter, advises and assists architects, contractors, builders, owners, and the general public with regard to the interpretation and application of pertinent building regulations and State laws. Examines plans for proposed structures, such as conventional commercial or industrial buildings, residential buildings, and auxiliary structures, such as signs, walls, or fences, to determine compliance with pertinent building regulations and State laws; recommends approval or disapproval of such plans. Evaluates test reports. May occasionally perform structural inspections in the field for special projects. Performs plan checking of residential, commercial, industrial, and multi-family projects of medium complexity. Performs review of projects to ensure compliance with the State accessibility code. Trains lower level staff in counter plan check operations and permit issuance. Serves as an active member of the City’s post-disaster assessment team. Assists in certain specified administrative functions, such as the development of statistics and the preparation of reports related to department programs. Reviews and makes recommendations regarding departmental forms and procedures. May write documents and procedures pertaining to the applicability and enforcement of building codes. Performs other functions as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction, or a related field, and two years of responsible technical experience in plan check or building construction, preferably in a public agency. A possession of an Engineer-In-Training certificate may be used in combination with experience to meet the minimum qualifications. Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the following knowledge and abilities may also meet the minimum qualifications: DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: basic principles and practices of plan check review; methods of and materials used in building construction; some knowledge of state and local laws, codes, and regulations; design and analysis of basic buildings and other structures constructed or rehabilitated to resist forces induced by vertical and horizontal loads of a static and dynamic nature; scientific and mathematical principles; modern office practices, procedures, and equipment. Skill in: the use of personal computers, software specific to planning, and current office software applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to: learn and apply the State of California's Building Standards and local codes; read and interpret structural plans for compliance with state and local building and safety codes and ordinances; learn and establish occupancy classifications, building exiting, and fire resistance requirements; respond to requests from the general public; communicate clearly, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, planning staff, contractors, developers, architects, property owners, and the public. HIGHLY DESIRABLE Possession of Building Plans Examiner International Code Council (ICC) certification, Certified Access Specialist program (CASp) certification, Division of the State Architect (DSA) certification, and/or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is highly desirable. Selection Process All applicants are required to complete and submit a City application form online and answer the supplemental questionnaire. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of the City online application. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. To apply, click on the "Apply" link located at the top of this page. New users must create an account first. Click on this link for instructions on how to set up your account and apply for the first time: Online Employment Application Guide . Applications will be reviewed by the Human Resources Department. Those applicants possessing the most pertinent qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process, which will include: Written Examination : (Weight of 50%) will evaluate candidates' knowledge, skills, and abilities in relation to those factors that are essential for successful performance on the job. This examination may include questions related to Building Code, Residential Code, structural, math, public relations, reading comprehension, and/or other related topics. Oral Interview Examination : (Weight of 50%) will evaluate the candidates' experience, training, education and abilities in relation to those factors which are essential for successful performance on the job. Candidates need a minimum passing score of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Candidates need a minimum passing score in order to be placed on the eligible list. Candidates must achieve a passing score in every component of the selection process in order to be placed on the eligible list. The Human Resources Department may waive one or more examination components. When one weighted examination component is waived, the remaining section will receive a weight of 100%. The City of Santa Ana is an equal opportunity employer. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact us regarding providing reasonable accommodation. Please visit the following website to view the summary of comprehensive benefits! Summary of Benefits (under SEIU) NOTE: A more complete set of specifications for this classification may be found on the City's website or on file in the Human Resources Department. 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. The types and levels of employee benefits provided, including City contribution toward benefit costs, are subject to change as a result of periodic contract settlements between recognized employee associations and the City of Santa Ana. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Description The City of Santa Ana is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitude, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a passion for public service. Having highly talented employees provides the best service to our community. Under general supervision, performs responsible technical work in examining construction drawings for the construction, alteration, or repair of single-family residential, apartment, conventional commercial, or industrial buildings, and associated structures to ensure compliance with building safety standards prior to issuance of a building permit. The deadline for the first review of applications is 11:59 PM on Thursday, April 11, 2024 . Applicants are encouraged to submit applications early. Applicants that submit applications after the first review deadline are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review deadline . Essential Functions Include But Are Not Limited To At the public counter, advises and assists architects, contractors, builders, owners, and the general public with regard to the interpretation and application of pertinent building regulations and State laws. Examines plans for proposed structures, such as conventional commercial or industrial buildings, residential buildings, and auxiliary structures, such as signs, walls, or fences, to determine compliance with pertinent building regulations and State laws; recommends approval or disapproval of such plans. Evaluates test reports. May occasionally perform structural inspections in the field for special projects. Performs plan checking of residential, commercial, industrial, and multi-family projects of medium complexity. Performs review of projects to ensure compliance with the State accessibility code. Trains lower level staff in counter plan check operations and permit issuance. Serves as an active member of the City’s post-disaster assessment team. Assists in certain specified administrative functions, such as the development of statistics and the preparation of reports related to department programs. Reviews and makes recommendations regarding departmental forms and procedures. May write documents and procedures pertaining to the applicability and enforcement of building codes. Performs other functions as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction, or a related field, and two years of responsible technical experience in plan check or building construction, preferably in a public agency. A possession of an Engineer-In-Training certificate may be used in combination with experience to meet the minimum qualifications. Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the following knowledge and abilities may also meet the minimum qualifications: DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: basic principles and practices of plan check review; methods of and materials used in building construction; some knowledge of state and local laws, codes, and regulations; design and analysis of basic buildings and other structures constructed or rehabilitated to resist forces induced by vertical and horizontal loads of a static and dynamic nature; scientific and mathematical principles; modern office practices, procedures, and equipment. Skill in: the use of personal computers, software specific to planning, and current office software applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to: learn and apply the State of California's Building Standards and local codes; read and interpret structural plans for compliance with state and local building and safety codes and ordinances; learn and establish occupancy classifications, building exiting, and fire resistance requirements; respond to requests from the general public; communicate clearly, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, planning staff, contractors, developers, architects, property owners, and the public. HIGHLY DESIRABLE Possession of Building Plans Examiner International Code Council (ICC) certification, Certified Access Specialist program (CASp) certification, Division of the State Architect (DSA) certification, and/or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is highly desirable. Selection Process All applicants are required to complete and submit a City application form online and answer the supplemental questionnaire. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of the City online application. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. To apply, click on the "Apply" link located at the top of this page. New users must create an account first. Click on this link for instructions on how to set up your account and apply for the first time: Online Employment Application Guide . Applications will be reviewed by the Human Resources Department. Those applicants possessing the most pertinent qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process, which will include: Written Examination : (Weight of 50%) will evaluate candidates' knowledge, skills, and abilities in relation to those factors that are essential for successful performance on the job. This examination may include questions related to Building Code, Residential Code, structural, math, public relations, reading comprehension, and/or other related topics. Oral Interview Examination : (Weight of 50%) will evaluate the candidates' experience, training, education and abilities in relation to those factors which are essential for successful performance on the job. Candidates need a minimum passing score of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Candidates need a minimum passing score in order to be placed on the eligible list. Candidates must achieve a passing score in every component of the selection process in order to be placed on the eligible list. The Human Resources Department may waive one or more examination components. When one weighted examination component is waived, the remaining section will receive a weight of 100%. The City of Santa Ana is an equal opportunity employer. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact us regarding providing reasonable accommodation. Please visit the following website to view the summary of comprehensive benefits! Summary of Benefits (under SEIU) NOTE: A more complete set of specifications for this classification may be found on the City's website or on file in the Human Resources Department. 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. The types and levels of employee benefits provided, including City contribution toward benefit costs, are subject to change as a result of periodic contract settlements between recognized employee associations and the City of Santa Ana. Closing Date/Time: Continuous