Associate Engineer/Civil Engineer

City of Oxnard; Oxnard (CA); Presencial; USD 101.000 - 152.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

City of Oxnard seeks an Associate Engineer or Civil Engineer to support the Land Development Engineering Team. You will analyze land development plans, coordinate with developers and design engineers, and oversee permitting, cost estimates, and fee collection. The role requires collaboration with City staff and external partners.

The position offers full-time hours with no hybrid/remote options and requires a California driver’s license, plus EIT or Civil Engineer credentials depending on level.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Three (3) years of professional engineering experience related to land development.
• Valid California driver's license; Civ. Eng. lic. preferred for Civil Engineer track.

Responsabilidades

• Provide engineering analysis, review, and comments on land development plans and calculations.
• Lead land development permitting from start to finish; prepare permit packages and calculate fees.
• Coordinate with developers, design engineers, and City staff to ensure compliance with standards.
• Provide counter service to support encroachment permit processing.
• Coordinate with City Land Surveyor for review of maps and legal descriptions.

Conocimientos

Engineering analysis

Plan review

Communication

Customer service

Educación

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Engineer In Training (EIT)

Descripción del empleo

This recruitment is open until filled. Early submissions are encouraged as applications will be reviewed on a regular and ongoing basis.

The City of Oxnard's Community Development Department is seeking an Associate Engineer or Civil Engineer with strong technical knowledge, interpersonal skills, a customer service orientation, and a history of effective partnerships and problem-solving to be part of the current Land Development Engineering Team.

NOTE: The salary range listed on this job flyer is for the Associate Engineer. The Civil Engineer pay range is: $101,157.26 - $151,736.42 annually.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Provides engineering analysis, review, and comments on all phases of land development engineering plans, reports, and calculations; coordinates with developers and design engineers to assure proposed improvements conform with applicable standards, policies and specifications; reviews engineering cost estimates; calculates and collects fees associated with development permits.
• Lead the land development permitting process for assigned projects from start to finish. This may include preparation of permit packages, project tracking through the permitting process, plan checking, updating internal/external staff, calculating permit fees, and issuing permits.
• Under general supervision, performs various professional level civil engineering work related to the planning, design, review and construction of land development improvement plans; identifies City requirements and establishes conditions of approval for land development; demonstrates a full understanding of all applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties; confers with developers, contractors, consultants, and representatives of other agencies regarding facilities and infrastructure development; assists in the training of lower level engineering positions; and performs related duties as required.
• Provide counter service as needed to support Engineering Permit Technicians in the review and processing of complex encroachment permit requests.
• Coordinate with the City Land Surveyor for the required review and approval of land surveying work product, including but not limited to: maps, legal descriptions, and exhibits prior to recordation.
• Reviews for compliance conditions of approval for all subdivision improvements and proposed developments, and makes recommendations to the City Engineer.
• Participate as a member of the Design Advisory Committee (DAC) and generate comments and technical conditions of approval for project entitlement.

Payroll/Classification Title: Associate Engineer or Civil Engineer

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This position is distinguished from the next higher level class of Senior Civil Engineer by the latter position’s complex project management and oversight responsibilities.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED / SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Receives general supervision on routine items which are performed according to established standards and procedures and receives specific work instruction regarding non-routine matters and deadlines.

WORK SCHEDULE:

The normal work week is Monday through Thursday, 8:00 - 6:00 PM and every other Friday, 8:00 - 5:00 PM. Depending on the work assignment, staff may be assigned to a shift that is outside the standard work hours. In addition, this position may be required to be available to work additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs. The standard work environment varies depending on assignment but is typically either primarily in an office setting or out in the field. The City does not offer hybrid or remote work.

Essential Functions

• Provides engineering analysis and comments on all phases of civil engineering land development plans, reports, and calculations; coordinates with developers and engineers to assure proposed improvements conform with applicable standards, policies and specifications; reviews engineering cost estimates; calculates and collects fees associated with development permits.
• Investigates field issues regarding land development construction and provides general direction to City inspectors and technicians on land development projects.
• Acts as a primary point of contact for residents, property owners, contractors, and private engineers regarding grading, land development and infrastructure improvements.
• Responds to questions and concerns from the general public; provides information and resolves complaints; provides information to the public at the front counter, via telephone, and by other means of communication regarding grading and encroachment permits as well as information about city utilities, improvement plan reviews, and city standards.
• Performs historical document research and review; provides engineering analysis of potential alternatives for land development projects.
• Communicates and coordinates with various City divisions (Water, Wastewater, Streets, CIP Engineering, etc.) to ensure that proposed construction conforms to the needs and applicable requirements of those departments.
• Demonstrates a full understanding of applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties.

Minimum Qualifications

ASSOCIATE ENGINEER:

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or directly related field.

EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of professional engineering, architecture and/or construction/ project management experience related to private land development projects.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATE: Possession of a valid class C California driver's license. Engineer In Training (EIT).

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing.

CIVIL ENGINEER:

EXPERIENCE: Possess three (3) years of experience in civil engineering work related to private land development projects.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATE: Possession of a valid class C California driver's license. Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing.

General Information

The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments. Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation. Some positions that work with or have access to the Police Department may require a polygraph exam. Select positions may require candidates to undergo a pre-employment medical and/or psychological evaluation. There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy within the Community Development Department. Placement in each specific level will be dependent on each candidate's qualifications. Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis. This position requires a 12-month probationary period. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them. If a candidate accepts a conditional job offer with the City of Oxnard, any and all pending applications for active recruitments with the City of Oxnard will be withdrawn and no longer considered. This position is governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay.

UNION MEMBERSHIP

Positions in this classification are represented by the Service Employees International Association (SEIU).

NOTE:

For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with ongoing work.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT

On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify

Retirement Contributions

New members (as defined by PEPRA), 2% @ 62; "Classic" members 2% @ 55. The employee will be required to pay a portion of their annual earnings toward their retirement. The City of Oxnard does not participate in social security.

Vacation Accrual Rates

Full time employees accrue vacation leave at a rate of 4.39-8.08 hours per pay period based on years of service.

Sick Leave Accrual Rate

Full time employees accrue sick leave at a rate of 3.70 hours per pay period.

Deferred Compensation

The City contributes 1% to a deferred compensation program.

Bilingual Pay

A regular full time employee may receive bilingual pay at the rate of $50.00-$125.00 bi-weekly depending on the level the employee is required to provide bilingual services as determined by the City Manager or designee.

Educational Incentive

Employees earn educational incentive pay for educational attainments not required by the classification. The educational incentive pay is as follows: Associates degree - 2.5%, Bachelor's degree – 3%, Graduate degree – 3.5%

Health And Dental

Level One – For employees hired before January 1, 2023, the City contributes $1,543.00 per month toward medical insurance premiums and an additional $74.21 per month toward dental insurance premiums. Employees will receive cash back if the medical plan they choose is less than the City’s monthly contribution of $1,543.00 per month. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive cash back in the amount $1,243.00 per month provided they provide proof of other qualifying coverage. Any unused dental premium monies are paid to the employee. If employees hired prior to January 1, 2023 make any changes to their health plan, they will be placed in level two.

Level Two - For employees hired on or after January 1, 2023, the City will contribute $2,054.00 towards medical insurance premiums with no cash back. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive $500.00 per month cash back provided they show proof of other qualifying coverage. The City will continue to provide $80.17 per month towards dental insurance.

Life Insurance

City employees receive Basic Life Coverage and have the option to purchase additional insurance.

Tuition Reimbursement

Full-time employees are eligible for 100% reimbursement of the costs of tuition, registration fees, laboratory fees, and books to a maximum of $1,500 per fiscal year for work related coursework.

Holidays

The City observes 12 holidays per year.