Under general supervision, performs journey level professional civil engineering office and field work in the planning, design, development, construction, and maintenance of the City’s public works, environmental, traffic engineering work, inclusive of engineering work needed for the management of development projects; review plans, evaluates costs, conducts field review, participates in the preparation of engineering reports; performs related duties as required. Class Characteristics. The Assoc... more details
About the Position
Under general supervision, performs journey level professional civil engineering office and field work in the planning, design, development, construction, and maintenance of the City’s public works, environmental, traffic engineering work, inclusive of engineering work needed for the management of development projects; review plans, evaluates costs, conducts field review, participates in the preparation of engineering reports; performs related duties as required.
Class Characteristics The Associate Engineer is the journey class in the professional level engineering series. This classification performs varied engineering assignments requiring knowledge of civil engineering principles, design standards, and construction regulations. Incumbents are distinguished from the Assistant Engineer in that the Associate may provide technical supervision to lower-level staff and has responsibility for managing small engineering projects.
Supervision Received Works under the direct supervision of higher level professional engineering staff.
Supervision Exercised May provide technical supervision to lower-level professional, technical and clerical engineering staff.
Examples of Essential Functions
Essential functions may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Designs and develops engineering public works plans, drawings and specifications, engineering calculations, cost estimates, assessments, contract provisions, legal descriptions and maps, ensuring compliance with policies, local and state codes, ordinances and regulations; prepares conditions for approval.
Participates in the preparation of cost estimates and construction specifications; monitors project budget expenses. Prepare and maintain project funding plans and schedules. Reviews and approves contract specifications.
Administers projects.
Drafts Council staff reports.
Under supervisions of a licensed engineer, manages or supports the management of capital projects such as street, sewers, storm drains, structures, water distribution facilities, street lighting and traffic control facilities; develops, updates project schedules; monitors expenditures and fund sources; performs general engineering review analysis of designs and checks calculations; conducts related research.
Manages or supports the management of environmental programs and projects such as complying with the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System MS4 Permit.
Prepares and administers professional engineering and professional service contracts.
Performs field inspections and coordinates inspections with consultant staff on a wide variety of public works projects; prepares inspection reports.
Provides technical supervision to lower-level engineering and clerical support staff in engineering project work.
Prepares reports, recommendations, and correspondence on current and proposed projects; maintains accurate and up-to-date project files.
Investigates public complaints and problems and takes appropriate action to resolve issues; provides technical assistance and information to the public in person, by computer and by telephone.
Minimum & Desirable Qualifications
Training and Experience Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related fields in civil engineering and three (3) years of experience in civil engineering or related field is required. Public sector and project management experience is highly desirable.
License/Certification/Special Requirements Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License, proof of insurance and a satisfactory driving record is required at time of appointment and throughout employment in this position is required. Either a certificate as an Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) or five (5) years of engineering experience in the public sector is required. State of California registration as a Professional Civil Engineer is highly desirable.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: municipal public works planning, design and constructions; civil and structural engineering principles and practices; public works construction methods, design and materials; engineering specifications and public works construction standards; mathematical techniques used in engineering calculations; map reading and surveying techniques; Geographic Information System (GIS), AutoCAD and other computer software applications.
Ability to: prepare plans, specifications and comprehensive engineering estimates; read and interpret specifications and blueprints; prepare comprehensive technical reports and contract documents; understand and interpret legal property descriptions, engineering maps and other records; interpret and follow City and departmental policies, rules and regulations; supervise assigned staff in project work; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; work independently with little direction; plan and organize work to meet deadlines; exercise sound judgment; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Other Important Information
California Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Pull Notice System An incumbent appointed to this position is subject to enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice Program. The Pull Notice program provides information on the incumbent's driving record and Driver's License status on a periodic basis to the City of South Gate. An employee assigned a City vehicle must acknowledge receipt and understanding of City Administrative Regulations covering the use of City vehicles. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed mostly in office settings. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, crouch and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus and perform office machine operations. Incumbents are not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office, and moderately loud when in the field.
Application Packets Must Include: A fully completed online employment application which:
Covers at least the past 10 years of employment history (or longer if you have other relevant experience).
Responses to the supplemental questionnaire.
Must be specific in describing your qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.
Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any phase of the application or selection process must advise Human Resources and make such a request during the application process. Every effort will be made to provide a reasonable accommodation where requested.
Selection Process: All application materials received by the application deadline will be reviewed and evaluated. All information supplied by applicants is subject to verification.
Application Review: The first phase will be a detailed review and appraisal of each candidate's application. This phase is for qualifying purposes only. There is no weight assigned to this phase. Those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may be invited to the next phase.
Oral Interview - (weighted 100%): A minimum of 70% must be obtained for placement on the Employment Eligibility List.
Candidates who successfully complete all phases of the selection process will be placed on an eligibility list. Current and future vacancies will be filled from this list. Lists typically last for 12 months, but may be extended or abolished in accordance with the City's Civil Service rules and regulations.
Pre-employment Process
The City supports a Drug-Free Workplace.
All potential employees are required to successfully complete a thorough background investigation, fingerprinting, and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening).
New employees must complete a verification form designated by the United States Department of Homeland Security, Citizenship and Immigration Services, that certifies eligibility for employment in the United States of America.
Hiring of Relatives: Relatives of existing employees by blood or marriage will not be eligible for employment with the City if potential supervision, safety, security, or morale problems exist; or if potential conflicts of interest exist. Relatives include an employee's parents, children, spouse, brothers, sisters, in-laws, and step relationships.
The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
Equal Opportunity Employer The City of South Gate is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, religion, disability (mental or physical), medical condition, genetic characteristic or information, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, or pregnancy), sexual orientation (including homosexuality, bisexuality, or heterosexuality), or military or veteran status in its employment actions, policies, procedures, or practices.
The City of South Gate The City of South Gate is a busy urban community consisting of residential, commercial, and industrial development, spread over 7.41 square miles. It is currently ranked the 59th largest city in California with a population of approximately 97,000. Strategically located along the 710 freeway, the City is just 12 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles.
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