Senior Civil Engineer

City of Oxnard; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Oxnard is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to manage the Capital Improvement Program. This position involves providing advanced engineering expertise, managing projects, overseeing staff, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and a Professional Engineering license in California, along with significant experience in project management.

Qualifications

• Five years of professional engineering experience, especially in project management.
• Professional Engineering (PE) Registration in California.
• Class C license may be required depending on position.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects.
• Liaise with other divisions to coordinate projects.
• Review and verify technical documents and monitor compliance.

Skills

Project Management

Civil Engineering Expertise

Problem Solving

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

*This recruitment is open until filled. Early submissions are encouraged as applications will be reviewed on a regular and ongoing basis.*

The City of Oxnard’s Public Works Department is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to assist the Engineering and Capital Projects Division in the execution of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP)

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Provides senior-level engineering expertise to manage Capital (CIP) projects;

• Liaison with Oxnard’s Facilities Division to coordinate CIP and non-CIP projects;

• Oversee one Civil Engineer

• Provide design and construction expertise for Oxnard’s vertical-construction projects

Payroll/Classification Title:

Senior Engineer

SUPERVISION EXERCISED/ SUPERVISION RECEIVED: As assigned, incumbents may serve as lead workers, assigning work and monitoring work completion. 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.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This classification is distinguished from the Civil Engineer in that it provides advanced journey-level engineering and construction project management work and provides oversight of Civil Engineer staff and activities.

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.

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

• Reviews, evaluates, develops and/or verifies plans, specifications, proposals, contracts, designs and/or other technical documents; monitors compliance with goals, standards, policies, procedures, codes, regulations and related laws. May assign work and monitor the completion of work by others.

• Coordinates reviews and meetings with architects, engineers, departments/divisions, regulatory agencies, inspectors, consultants, public representatives and/or other engineering project/program- related resources; provides technical subject matter expertise and professional engineering support; reviews and reports on progress of action items and/or projects.

• Troubleshoots, investigates and resolves issues related to projects or processes in assigned area; monitors compliance-related items and issues; performs research and analysis; provides recommendations and implements solutions.

• Prepares and maintains reports, studies, agendas, schedules, correspondence, estimates, technical engineering documents and/or other project management-related documentation; delivers presentations; researches, prepares and presents recommended solutions and process enhancements.

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

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

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management or directly related field

EXPERIENCE:

• Five (5) years of professional engineering and/or construction/ project management experience in area of assignment.
  

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

• Class C license may be required depending on position

• Professional Engineering (PE) Registration in State of California

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.
• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.
• Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state see my resume or see my personnel file are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

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 Public Works Department

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

UNION MEMBERSHIP:Positions in this classification are represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

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 confirms 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 dhs.gov/e-verify

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contactAnnette Adams at [e-mail] or [phone].

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.