Engineering Resourse Analyst I

MODOC COUNTY; Alturas (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Modoc County is seeking an Engineering Resource Analyst I to perform a blend of engineering, project administration, fiscal, safety, and operational support for the Road Department. You will assist with drafting, surveying, GIS/CADD mapping, materials documentation, procurement, grants, budgeting, and airport administration, providing support across engineering, maintenance, and administrative functions.

The role involves coordinating projects, preparing reports for state and federal agencies,

Qualifications

• One year of technical experience in engineering support, drafting, surveying, GIS, or related fields.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.
• Possess a valid California Class C driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering drafting and map maintenance.
• Assist with field surveys, data collection, and inspections.
• Prepare bid packages, specifications, and contract documents.
• Monitor budgets, expenditures, and procurement.
• Coordinate FAA reporting and airport project documentation.

Skills

Engineering drafting

GIS / CADD

Budgeting / government accounting

Project management

Communication / customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Civil Engineering Technology coursework

Drafting / Surveying coursework

GIS coursework

CADD coursework

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

CLASS SPECIFICATION ****

Modoc County

CLASS CODE: 4024-006

CLASS TITLE: Engineering Resource Analyst I

FLSA DESIGNATION: Non-Exempt

RANGE/STEP A-J: 266 (Step-A: $4,322 - Step-J: $6,705)

Job Summary

Performs a combination of technical engineering, project administration, fiscal, safety, and operational support functions for the Road Department. Provides office and limited field support related to engineering projects, drafting, surveying, GIS/CADD mapping, materials documentation, procurement, grants, budgeting, airport administration, personnel support, and departmental operations. Assists engineering and administrative staff as workload demands require and performs related work as assigned. This blended classification is intended to provide flexible operational support across engineering, maintenance, airport, and administrative functions.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Engineering Technician I / Resource Analyst is the entry-level classification within a cross- functional technical support series. Incumbents perform a combination of engineering technical duties and administrative, fiscal, procurement, safety, and project support assignments under general supervision. Work assignments may alternate between engineering and administrative divisions depending upon departmental priorities, seasonal workload, grant requirements, and operational needs.

Employees are expected to develop proficiency in engineering support functions including drafting, mapping, surveying, materials documentation, public works inspection, and engineering software while also developing competency in budgeting, grants administration, purchasing, payroll support, personnel processes, safety compliance, and departmental reporting. As experience is gained, incumbents exercise increasing independence and may assist with coordinating projects across multiple operational divisions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. The position may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks. The position may perform any combination of the following:

Engineering Support

• Perform basic engineering drafting using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, or similar software.
• Maintain engineering maps, exhibits, legal descriptions, and project files.
• Assist with field surveys, traffic counts, construction inspections, and engineering data collection.
• Perform quantity calculations and engineering computations.
• Prepare bid packages, specifications, engineer's estimates, and contract documents.
• Maintain encroachment permit records.
• Conduct materials documentation and basic aggregate testing.
• Maintain engineering records and digital project archives.

Administrative and Project Support

• Assist with grant administration and reimbursement requests.
• Monitor project budgets and expenditures.
• Coordinate FAA reporting and airport project documentation.
• Assist with procurement, purchasing, and inventory management.
• Prepare purchase orders and payment documentation.
• Prepare reports for State and Federal agencies.
• Assist with payroll and timekeeping functions.
• Maintain personnel records and departmental databases.
• Coordinate training, safety meetings, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist with departmental budgeting and financial forecasting.
• Develop policies, procedures, and operational reports.
• Provide customer service to internal departments, contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, and the public.

Important

• May assign, direct, and review the work of office or less experienced technical staff on a project or day-to-day basis.
• Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work.
• May drive a motor vehicle to reach work sites and obtain field information.
• Uses specialized equipment to develop and produce copies of maps, drawings, and blueprints.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required to satisfactorily perform the job’s essential duties and responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA’S)

NOTE: The level and scope of the knowledge and skills listed below are related to job duties as defined under Distinguishing Characteristics.

Knowledge of

• Basic principles of civil engineering.
• Engineering drafting principles.
• Land surveying concepts.
• Construction inspection practices.
• Public works terminology.
• GIS and Computer-Aided Drafting (CADD) systems.
• Engineering mathematics including basic geometry and trigonometry.
• Record management practices.
• Budget preparation and governmental accounting principles.
• Purchasing and procurement procedures.
• Grant administration.
• Contract administration.
• Project management principles.
• Public agency operations.
• Personnel support practices.
• Safety regulations and risk management.
• Microsoft Office and department software systems.

Ability to

• Read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
• Perform basic drafting using CADD, GIS, or similar software.
• Assist with surveying and field data collection.
• Prepare accurate reports and project documentation.
• Maintain engineering and financial records.
• Analyze technical and administrative information.
• Coordinate multiple assignments with changing priorities.
• Communicate effectively with engineers, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the public.
• Learn engineering software applications.
• Exercise sound judgment and independent decision-making.
• Establish effective working relationships across departmental divisions.
• Utilize modern office technologies, remote meeting platforms, smartphones, and department software.

Required to

• Support the vision and mission of the county and its elected and appointed officials.
• Provide courteous and timely customer service to the public as the ultimate employers.
• Provide courteous and timely customer service to other county departments and work cooperatively with other county employees.
• Adhere to the Modoc County Code of Safe Practices.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required to satisfactorily perform the job’s essential duties and responsibilities. __

Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Typical qualifications include:

Education

Equivalent to graduation from high school.

AND

Completion of coursework in one or more of the following:

Civil Engineering Technology

Drafting Surveying

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Computer-Aided Design (CADD)

Construction Technology

Business Administration

Accounting

Public Administration

Finance

Project Management

Resource Management

Or a closely related field.

Experience

One (1) year of technical experience in one or more of the following:

Engineering Emphasis

Engineering support

Drafting

Surveying

Construction inspection

Public works

GIS

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Materials testing

OR

Administrative Emphasis

Government accounting

Purchasing

Grants administration

Payroll

Budgeting

Safety compliance

Personnel administration

Project coordination

Public agency administration

OR

An equivalent combination of engineering and administrative experience.

Licensing and Certification

• Possess a valid California Class C driver’s license.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential duties. __

• Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment, and drive a motor vehicle to reach work sites.
• Strength and stamina to walk and conduct field inspections and investigations.
• Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen.
• Hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
• Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

Working Conditions

• Specified positions may work with exposure to heavy traffic, hazardous terrain, and various weather conditions.

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills

All County of Modoc employees are designated Disaster Service Workers (through state law) (California Government Code §3100-3109). Employment with Modoc County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service work-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

FLSA Status is dependent upon meeting the qualifications for the exemption test. All of the following must be met for status to be Exempt. Upon meeting the exempt status, a certification form will need to be completed to accompany the Personnel Action Notification (PAN) form.

Approved through the county-wide reclassification survey in February 1996

Reclassified and approved by the Board of Supervisors on November 14, 2017 Effective December 1, 2017

Range and step updated per approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and Salary Table on January 24, 2023

Effective: February 1, 2023

Range and step updated per approval of side letter of agreement on March 14, 2023, to incorporate a 12% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA)

Effective: April 1, 2023

Engineering Technician I reclassified to an Engineering Resource Analyst I and approved by the Board of Supervisors on July 28, 2026

Effective: August 1, 2026