Assistant/Associate Engineer
Assistant/Associate Engineer
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Description
The County of Yuba is currently recruiting to create an employment list for the Public Works Department in the Community Development and Services Agency. Currently, there is one vacancy that may be filled at either the Associate Engineer or Assistant Engineer level depending on qualifications. This class is alternately staffed and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications and expectations for the higher level class. Incumbent to this position will perform engineering work, including preparing design plans, specification and engineering estimates related to roads, bridges, culverts and other County infrastructure; project management; assist in developing and administering professional services or construction project contracts; review plans and inspect projects; collect and present data and prepare reports; provide information and advice to the public and perform related work as assigned. Assistant Engineer is the entry level in the civil engineer series. Initially under close supervision, will provide assistance to management staff or higher level engineers in the areas of research, data collection, project administration, preparation of reports and preparation of engineering plans and specifications. Assignments are intended to provide background in the fundamental principles and practices of public service engineering. Associate Engineer is the journey level in the civil engineer series. Under general supervision incumbents independently conduct design, research and construction project work and analyses for a variety of projects within the county. Responsibilities may also include providing work direction to technical support staff.
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Ideal Candidate
Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate will have excellent project management abilities and the skills to prioritize and manage their time while coordinating project activities and mediating problems as they arise. Experience performing field inspections and conducting topographic surveys, analyzing survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints and other geographical data is preferred. The successful incumbent will also have strong written communication skills and proficiency writing staff reports. The ideal candidate will also have experience designing plans and specifications for road and bridge projects as well as be familiar with Auto-CAD and other software programs for technical modeling, calculation, database, mapping and drafting.
Required Qualifications:
Assistant Engineer Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or institution recognized by an Accreditation Board for Engineering Technology (ABET). OR a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or institution not recognized by an ABET, and possession of a California Engineering-In-Training (EIT) Certificate. OR Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from a foreign or non-US college or university and an evaluation of the educational units from a U.S. accredited college or university or an approved agency verifying the coursework is equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a minimum of two years experience equivalent to the County’s class of Engineering Technician in the U.S. Preferred: In addition to the minimum, possession of a California Engineering-in-Training (EIT) Certificate and up to two years of additional engineering experience.
Associate Engineer Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or institution and four years of civil engineering in a public agency or equivalent. OR Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, possession of a California Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certificate and two years of civil engineering practice in a public agency or equivalent. Preferred: In addition to the minimum, possession of a California Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certificate and additional years of civil engineering experience in a public agency setting.
Benefits
SALARY:
Hiring Range Assistant: $5,258-$5,784 Monthly + Benefits
Hiring Range Associate: $5,744-$6,319 Monthly + Benefits
MERIT INCREASE:
Typically 5% each year for the first 7 years
RETIREMENT:
Miscellaneous Classic: 2% @ 55
Miscellaneous New: 2% @ 62
(Misc. See Pension Reform Link on Human Resources webpage for additional information. Yuba County does not participate in Social Security.)
VACATION:
12 days for first 5 yrs with incremental increases every 5 yrs thereafter, up to 20 yrs
HOLIDAYS:
An average of 14 paid holidays per year, including 2 floating holidays
SICK LEAVE:
Accrued every payroll period, up to 12 days per yr
HEALTH:
The County pays 90% of the Basic Plan premium for employee only or 70% for employee and eligible dependent(s).
DENTAL/VISION:
County pays 100% of the Basic Plan Premiums for EE only and 80% for dependent(s).
LIFE:
County provides $50,000 in life insurance coverage.
DEFERRED COMP:
Voluntary Deferred Compensation plan(s) are available
EMPLOYEE ASST. PLAN:
County paid confidential family wellness plan
UNION AFFILIATION:
Yuba County Employee Association
Special Instructions
This recruitment is open until filled. The first application review date is scheduled for Thursday, May 23, 2019.
APPLICATION SCREENING:
An official Yuba County employment application must be submitted by final filing deadline. Applications must include copies of valid license(s), certificate(s) and college transcripts and/or diploma. Incomplete applications may be disqualified from further consideration.
TO APPLY:
ON-LINE APPLICATION: Applications may be submitted on-line through CalOpps. Click on the Apply for Job button above to complete the Yuba County employment application.
OR
HARD COPY APPLICATION: You may access a hard copy of the Yuba County employment application by visiting our website at http://www.yuba.org. Our applications are available in a PDF, or you may pick up these materials in our office located 915 8th Street, Suite 113, Marysville, CA 95901. Hard copies of applications can be submitted to our office in person, by U.S. Mail or by fax at 530-749-7864. Applications must be received by the final filing deadline; postmarks or applications received after the final filing deadline will not be accepted.
All applicants will be given written notice regarding the status of their application and selection procedures. The County prefers to communicate via email, if provided, to expedite communication. It is also recommended that applicants review their SPAM mail daily as to not miss any important communication from the County.
Applicants are responsible for notifying the County of any changes to their contact information, including but not limited to e-mail addresses, mailing addresses, primary and secondary telephone numbers.
Applicants must provide the following documents with their application by the filing deadline:
- Completed Yuba County Employment Application (Online or Hard Copy)
- Any Diplomas and Unofficial Transcripts
- Copies of Certifications (EIT)
- Applicable Licenses
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The minimum and preferred requirements are listed above. While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, Human Resources reserves the right to select applicants for further consideration who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee further participation in selection procedures.
TESTING ACCOMMODATION:
If special accommodations are required at any stage of the selection process, complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation in Employment Examination Process Form and provide the required documentation by the final filing deadline. The form can be obtained at Reasonable Accommodation Form or by contacting Human Resources at 530-749-7860.
PROCTORED QUESTIONNAIRE:
A completed questionnaire is an essential part of the selection process for this position. The responses will be reviewed for sufficient detail and will be rated according to pre-determined guidelines. Any experience and/or training listed MUST be identified on your questionnaire. Resumes, letters and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as responses to the questionnaire.
WAIVER OF SELECTION PROCEDURES:
When selection procedures have been publicly announced and the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications for the position is five or less, the Human Resources Director may, at her/his discretion; a) Waive the competition entirely and submit the names of the applicants meeting the minimum qualifications to the appointing department, b) Revise the conditions of competition to a more practical basis under the circumstances.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY LIST:
An employment eligibility list is established for those applicants who successfully pass all phases of the examination process. This list will be held for a minimum of six (6) months from the date the list is certified. For each vacancy the top five (5) ranks on the list will be certified to the department for final selection, which will include a departmental interview.
FINAL DEPARTMENTAL INTERVIEW(S):
The Community Development and Services Agency will notify applicants from the employment list with any dates and times of his/her department interview(s) as relevant to the selection process. The applicant will be asked a series of questions about his/herself and his/her related experience, education and training that exhibit the knowledge, skills and abilities essential to the job. The applicant may also be asked questions about hypothetical situations to test his/her ability to make decisions and use sound judgment and common sense.
E-VERIFY
Yuba County participates in the E-Verify system. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each NEW employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
