District Structural Engineer

California Department of Health Care Access and Information

Sacramento (CA)

Hybrid

USD 140,000 - 175,000

Full time

2 hours ago

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Job summary

The District Structural Engineer position at California’s Department of Health Care Access and Information oversees complex structural engineering work for healthcare facility construction in California. The role demands ensuring projects conform to approved plans, Title 24 CCRs, and related policies, with ongoing licensure requirements.

Based in Sacramento with hybrid telework, the permanent full-time job offers a challenging, mission-driven environment focused on resilience of the state’s

Qualifications

Experience in district structural engineering and overseeing healthcare facility construction.
Current professional engineering license and registration.
Knowledge of Title 24 CCRs and related codes.

Responsibilities

Lead difficult field structural engineering work on healthcare facilities.
Ensure work conforms to approved plans, specifications, and Title 24 CCRs.
Observe construction and verify substantial conformance with standards.
Maintain active licensure with the appropriate licensing board.

Skills

Structural engineering

Field oversight

Education

Professional engineering license

Job description

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Position Details

Job Code #

JC-504547

Position #(s)

441-460-3332-XXX

Working Title

District Structural Engineer

Classification

DISTRICT STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

$12,562.00 - $15,724.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions

Work Location

Sacramento County

Telework

Hybrid

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

California’s Department of Health Care Access and Information works to ensure that healthcare is available where Californians need it most. With offices in Sacramento and Los Angeles, we strengthen the state’s healthcare system through facility construction, expanding the health workforce, and providing vital health information. Our diverse team upholds the values of professionalism, innovation, equity, and service. We provide tools and support to help you start, build, or transition your career while making a meaningful impact for all Californians. Are you a construction or design professional that wants to help ensure California’s healthcare facilities are functional after an earthquake or other disaster? Then a career at the Office of Statewide Hospital Planning and Development (OSHPD) might be the perfect fit for you. OSHPD is the building department for over 1,700 hospitals and skilled nursing facilities. Join the OSHPD team to enhance the resiliency of California’s healthcare infrastructure. HCAI is committed to building an inclusive work environment that promotes diversity, where employees are appreciated and feel comfortable being their authentic selves. We value our employees’ skills, experience, and unique perspectives because they enrich our workforce and make us stronger. We embrace and support a culture of equitable opportunity, empowering our employees to advance health care access and information for the diverse populations we serve across California.

Job Description And Duties

This bulletin is being reposted. If you previously applied, it is not necessary to reapply. The District Structural Engineer (DSE) is in charge of difficult and complex field structural engineering work and will observe the construction of healthcare facilities as required to ensure work is performed in substantial conformance with the plans and specifications approved by Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) and in compliance with Title 24, California Code of Regulations (CCRs) (including all referenced codes and standards there within), the Office 's Policy Intent Notices, Code Application Notices and other applicable codes, guidelines and policies, and other reference materials. Maintains current certification/registration with appropriate licensing board. Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) hours each month. For more details about PLP 2025 , visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website. Take a 2-minute survey to tell us why you applied for HCAI! - https://forms.office.com/g/B6eXh2NKpZ. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Special Requirements

This position is subject to the Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests filing requirements, which requires disclosure of certain personal economic interests as determined by the Conflict of Interest Code of the Department of Health Care Access and Information. Pursuant to Government Code section 81008, Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests is public record and will be made available for public inspection.

To support fair hiring, applicants should prepare their application materials using their own knowledge, experience, and skills. Your responses should show your own qualifications and work history. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools should only be used responsibly.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 9/7/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

Department of Health Care Access and Information
Human Resources Office
Attn: Human Resources: Classification and Pay Unit
2020 West El Camino Avenue, Suite 1016
Sacramento , CA 95833

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

Department of Health Care Access and Information
Human Resources Office
Human Resources: Classification and Pay Unit
2020 West El Camino Avenue, Suite 1016
Sacramento , CA 95833
Drop off at 8th Floor Receptionist, Attention: Human Resources
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
Resume is required and must be included.
Statement of Qualifications - Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for this position. The SOQ is a separate document, and your response must be no more than two typewritten pages in length and include your first and last name and JC# at the top of each page. You must state the SOQ items below with your response to each item. Resumes and cover letters do not take the place of the SOQ. Applications without a clearly titled SOQ or failure to follow instructions above will not be considered for this position.
Your SOQ must include a description of your experience as a Structural Engineer and how your experience and knowledge prepared you to fulfill the duties of this position.
Describe your experience with the design and construction of health care facilities and explain how they differentiate from other types of commercial buildings.
Describe what skills you believe are most crucial to be successful in this position and your experience using those skills.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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