Civil Engineer I / GWP - Water Engineering

City of Glendale, CA

Glendale (CA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

13 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Job summary

The City of Glendale, CA Water Engineering Division is seeking a Civil Engineer with (2) years of civil engineering experience, including water engineering. The ideal candidate will supervise design work, ensure compliance with city standards, and manage major water-related projects.

The role requires a California PE license, a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, and a valid CA driver’s license. Public utility experience is highly desirable and the position offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

Two years professional engineering experience in Civil Engineering work, including one year in water engineering.
Experience in public utilities is highly desirable.
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
Registration as a Civil Engineer with the California State Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.
Valid Class C California driver's license.

Responsibilities

Performs difficult or complex professional engineering design work.
Supervises the water service planning or design group within the Water Engineering Division.
Manages major projects: designs, specifications, plans, estimates, and reports for water utility systems.
Reviews and checks plans, specs, and computations for water service planning and capital projects.
Ensures conformance with GWP standards and municipal ordinances.
Supervises and assists in checking plans for private developments.

Skills

Independent judgments

Customer service

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

The Position

OPEN & PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION - SIX MONTHS PROBATIONARY PERIOD

This current recruitment is for Glendale Water & Power - Water Engineering Division. Candidates who are placed on this eligible list may be considered and utilized by other Divisions/Departments within the City.

Under general direction, these classifications perform difficult or complex professional engineering design work and supervise the work of a water service planning or design group of the Glendale Water & Power, Water Engineering Division.

Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:

Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards.

Manages major projects involving preparation and supervision of designs, specifications, plans, estimates, and reports involved in the construction and operation of a wide variety of civil engineering work in water utility systems.

Reviews and supervises checking of plans, specifications and computations submitted in connection with water service planning, capital improvement projects, and applications for building permits and excavation permits. Ensure conformance with GWP's current water standards and other matters governed by municipal ordinances.

Supervises and assists in checking plans, specifications and computations submitted in connection with applications for private developments.

Confers with other departments, consultants, contractors, and the general public as to the requirements offset by GWP's standards and specifications.

Prepares project feasibility studies and work related technical research, reports and correspondence.

Supervises employees of a lower classification in assigned engineering tasks. Assumes personal responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner.

May have the opportunity to participate in related divisional cross-training efforts.

Experience and qualifications gained in this cross training may apply towards promotional opportunities and transfers.

Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.

Minimum Requirements

An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Experience

Two years professional engineering experience in Civil Engineering work, including one year in water engineering.

Experience in public utilities is highly desirable.

Education/Training

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

License(s)/Certification(s)

Registration as a Civil Engineer with the California State Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists (previously known as the Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors).

Transportation

Valid Class C California driver's license.

Knowledge Of

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Civil Engineering.

Skill In

Making independent judgments and decisions based on standard policy or procedure.

Ability To

Provide exceptional customer service to all employees and vendors.

Analyze information.

Develop necessary skills from on-the-job training and meet the standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period.

Effectively interact with, negotiate with and educate engineers, consultants, contractors, and the general public.

Enforce City code requirements while not arousing undue hostility.

Establish smooth working relationships, resolve interpersonal conflicts and foster a teamwork environment.

Foster a teamwork environment.

Lead, coach, instruct and motivate employees.

Maintain a strong customer service orientation in concert with regulatory responsibilities.

Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.

Read, write, communicate effectively and comprehend directions in English.

Other Characteristics

Willingness to:

Work overtime as requested or required.

Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.

Initiate, recommend and carry out personnel actions.

Promotional Eligibility

Any City of Glendale employee who meets the minimum qualifications for this position, has completed probation or six months of City employment, and is occupying a permanent full-time classification.

Hourly City employees may be considered, provided that they furnish proof of continuous employment immediately preceding the final filing date, which would equal a minimum of six months of full-time service or 1040 part-time hours. (Civil Service Rule VIII 4-E).

Exceptional Customer Service Policy

The City of Glendale values quality customer service and takes pride in the exceptional service provided by every employee. As a part of the Glendale team, we are dedicated to delivering courteous, considerate, and personalized attention to our diverse community and to one another.

Please click on the link to read the Exceptional Customer Service Policy.

Selection Process

EVALUATION OF APPLICATION: Submitted Application will be reviewed to ensure applicants meet the minimum requirements. Only the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process.

Candidates must pass each exam component with a minimum score of 70.00% in order to be placed on the eligible list.

ORAL INTERVIEW

(Weight of 100%) To evaluate the applicant's experience, education, and general background for the position.

TIME AND PLACE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED. Evaluations will be based on the candidate's education and experience relevant to the position. Examinations will assess evaluate the candidate's education, experience, knowledge and skills related to the job. The City of Glendale reserves the right to modify the examination components or their weighting. If changes are necessary, candidates will be informed of the specific examination components and their weight before the examination is administered. The selected candidate will undergo a background check, including Livescan fingerprinting. The City of Glendale complies with state and federal obligations to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with special needs are encouraged to inform the Human Resources Department at least five days before the first examination to ensure reasonable accommodations can be arranged. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract.

The City of Glendale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance.

The above listed benefits apply to full-time, salaried positions only.

The position you are applying for is a promotional/open position for current City of Glendale employees as well as for the general public. If you are a current City employee, please enter your City of Glendale Employee ID Number. If you are not a current City Employee, please type N/A.

Do you possess a valid Class "C" California Driver's License?

Do you possess a Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Civil Engineering or a related field? If YES, please attach your applicable degree with your job application.

Are you a registered Civil Engineer with the California State Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists? If YES, please attach your certificate to your job application. Please note failure to attach your certificate may result in the disqualification of your job application.

Do you possess two years professional engineering experience in Civil Engineering work, including one year in water engineering?

If your answer to question #5 is YES, please describe the details of your experience including your experience in water engineering work. Please be detailed in your response. If you answered NO, please mark N/A.

Please describe your experience in public utilities. In your response, please include the agencies, your role and the length of service. If you do not have any experience, please mark N/A.

If you currently work for a public agency or have worked for one in the last 5 years, please list your position title as well as your final monthly salary or hourly wage for that position.

Within the salary range as identified on this bulletin, what are your salary expectations for this position?

How did you FIRST learn about this position?