DESCRIPTION
Applications are available online beginning Friday, April 26, 2024 through 4:30 pm, Friday, May 24, 2024. SALARY INFORMATION:
Grade I - $2,896.08-$3,934.40 Bi-Weekly
Grade II - $3,541.28-$4,809.20 Bi-Weekly
VACANCY INFORMATION: The classification is currently used in the Harbor and Public Works departments. The current vacancy is a Traffic Engineering Associate II ($3,541.28-$4,809.20 Bi-Weekly) position in the Transportation Mobility Division of the Public Works Department.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Under general supervision, performs a variety of professional engineering work in the preparation, planning, and design of traffic engineering projects; performs traffic collision analyses with particular reference to engineering features involved; prepares and assist in the preparation of preliminary reports, plans, estimates, specifications, and designs for traffic signal installations and systems, parking facilities, and other traffic transportation projects; designs traffic signal timing systems; conducts route location and feasibility studies; reviews plans for roadway construction and off-street development projects; conducts special studies and prepares technical reports; plans traffic signing and striping projects, marking and lighting projects; may review recommendations and work of others; may interact with public officials; performs other related duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS TO FILE
Candidates must meet one of the following requirements A or B:
Option A: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or closely related field
(proof required)*.
OR Option B: Possession of a valid Engineer in Training Certificate recognized by the California State Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists
(proof required)*.
*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristics on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate a field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: - Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
A valid class C driver license is required and a current DMV driving record must be submitted to the hiring department at time of selection.
Willingness to work overtime, weekend, and/or holiday hours.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Coursework in traffic or transportation engineering; experience with traffic signal systems; and/or proficiency in computer-aided design.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
EXAMINATION WEIGHTS: Application and Supplemental Application.............................................Qualifying
Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. This selection procedure will be conducted using a continuous non-competitive process, which means applications are evaluated solely on training, experience, education, or certification. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligible list. Applicants receiving Veteran’s Credit will be placed on the eligible list first and then in the order in which applications were filed. This is a continuous eligible list, which means eligible lists may be established periodically and may expire six months from their effective date. Applicants may apply only once during a four-month period.
Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications with applications received by May 10, 2024, will be placed on Test #01 established eligible list. If you have not received notification within two weeks of filing, please contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202. EQUITY AND INCLUSION The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act
In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.
This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Civil Service Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-6202. For hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
K79AN-24 TM:TEA CSC 4/24/2024
Employee BenefitsThe City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:
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Medical and Dental Insurance•
Life Insurance•
Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)•
Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave•
Deferred Compensation•
Credit Union Membership•
Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)•
Flexible Spending Accounts•
Free Employee Parking•
Paid Parental Leave* *Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).
Closing Date/Time: 5/24/2024 4:30 PM Pacific
