Deputy City Engineer

City of Madera; California; On-site; USD 97,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2% COLAs (Jan 2024, Jan 2023, July 202

Longevity pay up to 10%

5% Master’s Degree incentive

7% Doctorate Degree incentive

4.2% Deferred compensation

Education reimbursement up to $2400/fy

CalPERS retirement plan

Health/dental/vision coverage paid by/

Job summary

City of Madera seeks a Deputy City Engineer to coordinate with the City Engineer, plan and direct engineering activities, and supervise teams on streets, drainage, water, and facilities projects.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, CA PE license, and 4+ years' experience, including 2 years in supervision, with strong leadership and project oversight responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of civil engineering experience with two (2) years in a supervisory role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Valid California Class C driver license and registered Civil Engineer with California Board.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct work within the Engineering Department with broad technical oversight.
• Supervise, evaluate, and participate in design, inspection, and construction of city projects.
• Maintain records, ensure safe practices, and act as technical resource for staff.

Skills

Civil engineering experience

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Driver's license (California)

Professional Civil Engineer license

Job description

$96,831-$123,579/year

$1,500 lump sum July 2023 & 2024

Additional 2% COLAs January 2024, July 2024 & January 2025

5% pay incentive for Master’s Degree

Up to 10% longevity pay for continued City service

Primary Responsibilities

In coordination with the City Engineer, the Deputy City Engineer exercises full responsibility for planning, organizing, and directing work activities within the Engineering Department. Under general direction, the Deputy City Engineer plans, supervises, evaluates and participates in profession-al and technical civil engineering work in the design, investigation, inspection, and construction of street, storm drainage facilities, sanitary sewer facilities, parks, park irrigation systems, water production and distribution facilities, buildings, and other projects; ensures safe work practices, work quality and accuracy; maintains appropriate work records; and serves as a technical resource for assigned work staff.

Qualifications

Experience/Education: Four (4) years of increasingly responsible Civil Engineering experience, including two (2) years at a supervisory level, and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.

Licenses: Valid Class C California Drivers License and possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer, issued by the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers.

Examination Process

Only those applicants who meet the qualification standards of this position by the application filing deadline will be allowed to participate in the examination process. Examination scores determine standing on Civil Service eligibility lists. The City Manager, upon recommendation of the department head, will make the final selection and appointment from the established eligibility list.

The examination process may consist of the following parts: Application Package Review: Qualifying Only; Oral Interview: 100% Weight Value. Candidates must earn a score of 70% or higher to be considered for the eligibility list. Applicants who require special examination accommodations due to a disability should contact the Human Resources Department five (5) business days prior to any scheduled examination at [phone]. Applicants may be eligible for Veteran’s Preference Points (5 points) and should attach a DD214 to their employment application for consideration of this preference.

APPLY BY: 3:00 PM, Monday, June 5, 2023

Salary

Compensation and benefits for the Deputy City Engineer position are defined in the Memorandum of Understanding between the City and the Mid Management Bargaining Unit, as well as the City’s Personnel Rules. The City’s payroll is on a bi-weekly schedule, with 26 paychecks per year. The bi-weekly steps within the salary range for Deputy City Engineer are shown below.

• Step A $3,724.25
• Step B $3,910.76
• Step C $4,105.92
• Step D $4,311.36
• Step E $4,527.06
• Step F $4,753.03

Longevity Pay

Mid Management employees are eligible for additional scheduled pay, up to 10%, for additional years of service after reaching Step F of the assigned salary range.

Bilingual Incentive

English/Spanish for qualifying individuals and positions after passing annual bilingual test.

Deferred Compensation

The City offers a paid/vested contribution of 4.2% of base pay to one of two 457 plans offered to the employee. In addition, the employee may also contribute, though not required.

Education Incentive

• 5% of base pay for a job-related Master’s Degree
• 7% of base pay for a job-related Doctorate Degree

Education Reimbursement

Up to $2400/fiscal year for college coursework with prior approval from your Department Head.

Retirement

The City participates in the CalPERS defined benefit retirement system. Retirement formulas and contributions are as follows. The terms “Classic Member” and “New Member” are as defined by CalPERS.

Classic Members employed with the City prior to 10/20/2012

• 2.5% at 55 formula, single highest year final compensation
• Employee Contribution paid by the employee pre-tax: 3.375%

Tier I Members employed with the City on or after 10/20/2012

• 2% at 60 formula, average three year final compensation
• Employee Contribution paid by the employee pre-tax: 3.375%

New Members employed with the City on or after 1/1/2013

• 2% at 62 formula, average three year final compensation
• Employee Contribution paid by the employee pre-tax: 7%
• Employee Contribution paid by the employee pre-tax will increase to 7.75% effective 7/1/23

Health Insurance

The City contributes a monthly amount for the employee to use to purchase health, dental and vision coverage. For medical coverage, the City contracts with Anthem and Kaiser. Dental insurance is through Delta Dental and vision coverage is through Superior. The City’s contribution covers 100% of the health, dental, and vision premium for the employee and family on both the Anthem and Kaiser Core Plans.

Employee Assistance Program

The City of Madera offers an employee assistance program for employees and dependents that provides counseling and other services for dealing with life’s challenges at no cost to the employee.

Paid Leave

The City of Madera offers a generous paid leave program, including paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation. Holiday Closure without loss of pay between Christmas Day and New Years Day.

Life Insurance

The City provides a $25,000 life and accidental death and dismemberment policy along with $5,000 dependent life. The employee may purchase additional supplemental life insurance for him/herself, spouse and/or dependents.

Long Term Disability

This city paid benefit provides up to 2/3-income protection.

General Information

Appointment will be contingent upon an extensive background check, pre-employment physical and drug screen. The City of Madera is an equal opportunity, drug free, and affirmative action employer.