Engineer Division Manager - Community Development

City of Oxnard; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Oxnard seeks an Engineer Division Manager to lead the engineering review and inspection for land development projects. You will supervise engineers, oversee project delivery, and coordinate with developers, architects, and other City departments to ensure timely, compliant project execution.

Requires a civil engineering degree, 5+ years of relevant experience including 2+ years in supervision, and PE certification may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or directly related field.
• 5 years of progressively responsible engineering experience related to land development and construction.
• 2 years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering review for land development projects and subdivision plans.
• Supervise engineers and technical staff, including evaluations and training.
• Coordinate with City staff, developers, consultants and outside agencies.
• Prepare budgets, contracts, and fee reconciliations; review change orders.
• Provide technical guidance, public presentations, and adherence to city standards.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Engineering review

Project management

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GIS

MS Office

Job description

*This recruitment is open until filled. Early submissions are encouraged as applications will be reviewed on a regular and ongoing basis. The advertised salary is for this position only*

The City of Oxnard's Community Development Department is seeking an Engineer Division Manager to join the team.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Reviews maps including but not limited to parcel maps, tentative maps, final maps, record maps, official maps and surveys, lot line adjustments, corrected and amended maps for compliance with the State of California Sub-Division Map Act, and makes recommendations to the City Engineer.
• 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 and performs plan reviews of subdivision improvements, development plans, soil and geotechnical reports, and structural calculations.
• Reviews for compliance conditions of approval for all subdivision improvements and proposed developments, and makes recommendations to the City Engineer.
• Reviews and approves corrected plans.
• Supervises inspection and engineering personnel, including training, conducting personnel evaluations, and recommending disciplinary action.
• Provides information regarding subdivision and site development program procedures, required submittals, plan processing and inspection to interested parties.
• Prepares, reviews, and coordinates insurance and bonding requirements for subdivisions and land divisions.
• Coordinates work with engineers, contractors, architects, property owners, developers, and City staff from other departments.
• Confers with developers, consulting engineers, contractors and the public on questions, revisions, and progress of projects.
• Review and assist right-of-way and easement deed preparation.
• Develops requirements for tract maps and land divisions.
• Assists with the preparation, implementation, and monitoring of City Standards.
• Provides comments and conditions of approval on planning applications for entitlement.
• Assists with the issuance of grading and encroachment permits for land development projects, including calculating and processing permit fees.
• Performs field inspections on construction projects to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Reviews title reports, background deeds, map information submitted by surrounding properties, closure calculations, and performs research.
• Researches publications and industry information sources.
• Prepares special engineering studies and reports.
• Attends various staff and regional technical advisory meetings.
• Provides technical and professional assistance/support to other City departments and divisions, Planning Commission, and City Council as necessary.
• Acts for the City Engineer in his/her absence.

CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY:

This class is the seventh level in an eight-level Engineering Series devoted to providing professional engineering review, management, and oversight of inspection and construction administration for land development projects within the City of Oxnard Community Department. Incumbents provide supervision and management of engineers and technical staff for all aspects of land development projects. As assigned, work may include reviewing and approving improvement plans, supervising construction throughout the land development inspection team from conception to close-out; process fees and issue permits, review field problems and process revisions; managing engineering review process; providing technical review for projects; serving as the City (owner) key staff contact for architects, engineers, consultants and outside agencies; managing work assignments, project scheduling and budgets; provide design review comments, reviewing specifications and drawings; inspecting job sites as required; enforcing standards and procedures; preparing conditions of approval, reviewing and approving change orders, attending and/or facilitating meetings; researching and compiling complex information and preparing complex reports; attending public meetings and making public presentations; assisting in budget preparation; maintaining project records; and coordinating with outside entities.

Payroll/Classification Title: Engineer Division Manager

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This classification is distinguished from the Senior Engineer in that it provides management of complex, sensitive and/or citywide projects and may provide direct supervision of engineers and technical staff.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED / SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

As assigned, incumbents supervise professional, paraprofessional and support staff including conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training, and implementing hiring, discipline and termination procedures. Receives general supervision and is expected to prioritize work to meet deadlines and to keep the supervisor informed of issues that would impact achievement of a deadline, organizational policy or procedure or in consideration of risk management.

WORK SCHEDULE: The normal work week is Monday through Thursday 8:00am to 6:00pm and alternating Fridays 8:00am to 5:00pm. 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 dependent on each position which is primarily in an office setting or out in the field. The City does not offer hybrid or remote work.

NOTE:

The salary range listed on this job flyer is for this position only.

(This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.)

As assigned, incumbents supervise staff including conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training, and implementing hiring, discipline and termination procedures.

Manages and oversees the activities and/or operations of complex infrastructure improvement plan review, infrastructure maintenance and construction, design and construction services, and/or traffic engineering design and related projects; monitors and ensures compliance with design standards, policies, practices, codes and regulations.

Serves as primary liaison and technical expert in support of assigned engineering projects; consults with and provides information to architects, engineers, developers, consultants and outside agencies; reviews project studies, specifications, drawings and other technical documents; performs job site inspections as needed.

Provides project management and scheduling of resources; manages and administers assigned budgets and contracts; monitors project progress and schedules; reviews issues; performs complex engineering calculations; researches and analyzes information; recommends alternative project solutions; implements solutions.

Attends, facilitates and presents at meetings; prepares and oversees the development and delivery of reports, proposals, contracts, plans, specifications, approval conditions and/or other technical engineering documents.

Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification:

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or directly related field

EXPERIENCE:

• Five (5) years of of progressively responsible experience related to engineering design, public and private development and construction, land development and planning and two (2) years of supervisory experience

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

Depending on assignment, some positions may require:

• Professional Engineering (PE) Registration
• Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists.
• Valid California Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record.

The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments. There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy within the Community Development Department.

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation.

UNION MEMBERSHIP:

Positions in this classification are represented by the Oxnard Mid Manager's Association (OMMA).

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 on-going work.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

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.

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 dsh.gov/e-verify

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Ashley Costello at [e-mail]. Note: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.