Company:
City of Oxnard, CA
Location: San Francisco
Closing Date: 24/10/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Salary : $95,350.53 - $143,026.00 Annually
Location : CA 93030, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 4010-CD-2409-AC
Department: Community Development
Opening Date: 10/14/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
The City of Oxnard's Community Development Departments is seeking a Civil Engineer to join the team!
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Payroll/Classification Title: Civil Engineer
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Civil Engineer is the class responsible for assisting the City Engineer with floodplain management and assuring that private and public development meets with applicable Federal, State, and City requirements and codes. This position is distinguished from the next higher level class of Senior Civil Engineer by the latter position's full management and supervisory responsibilities.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED:
Direction is provided by the Senior Civil Engineer, rEngineer Division Manager, or City Engineer. Incumbents in this class exercise technical and functional supervision over lower level engineering technical and support staff.
WORK SCHEDULE:
The normal work week is Monday-Thursday, 8:00am - 6:00pm and alternate Fridays 8:00am - 5:00pm. This position may be required to be available to work additional hours as needed to respond to workload needs. This position is governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay.
Essential Functions
Include but are not limited to the following:
Minimum Qualifications
The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification:
Education:
APPLICATION PROCESS:
The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments for this same classification. 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 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 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 dhs.gov/e-verify
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Ashley Costello at
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.
Retirement Contributions:
New members (as defined by PEPRA), 2% @ 62; "Classic" members 2% @ 55. The employee will be required to pay a portion of their annual earnings toward their retirement. The City of Oxnard does not participate in social security.
Vacation Accrual Rates:
Full time employees accrue vacation leave at a rate of 4.39-8.08 hours per pay period based on years of service.
Sick Leave Accrual Rate:
Full time employees accrue sick leave at a rate of 3.70 hours per pay period.
Deferred Compensation:
The City contributes 1% to a deferred compensation program.
Bilingual Pay:
A regular full time employee may receive bilingual pay at the rate of $50.00-$125.00 bi-weekly depending on the level the employee is required to provide bilingual services as determined by the City Manager or designee.
Educational Incentive:
Employees earn educational incentive pay for educational attainments not required by the classification. The educational incentive pay is as follows: Associates degree - 2.5%, Bachelor's degree - 3%, Graduate degree - 3.5%
Health and dental:
Employees can choose from a variety of medical plans provided by the City. The City's contribution to medical coverage is outlined below:
Level One - For employees hired before January 1, 2023, the City contributes $1,543.00 per month toward medical insurance premiums and an additional $74.21 per month toward dental insurance premiums. Employees will receive cash back if the medical plan they choose is less than the City's monthly contribution of $1,543.00 per month. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive cash back in the amount $1,243.00 per month provided they provide proof of other qualifying coverage. Any unused dental premium monies are paid to the employee. If employees hired prior to January 1, 2023 make any changes to their health plan, they will be placed in level two.
Level Two - For employees hired on or after January 1, 2023, the City will contribute $1,863.00 towards medical insurance premiums with no cash back. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive $500.00 per month cash back provided they show proof of other qualifying coverage. The City will continue to provide $74.21 per month towards dental insurance.
Life Insurance:
City employees receive Basic Life Coverage and have the option to purchase additional insurance.
Tuition Reimbursement:
Full-time employees are eligible for 100% reimbursement of the costs of tuition, registration fees, laboratory fees, and books to a maximum of $1,000 per fiscal year for work related coursework.
Holidays:
The City observes 12 holidays per year.
01
Do you possess a Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Civil Engineering or a related field?
02
Do you possess a minimum of three (3) years of directly related experience in civil engineering work?
03
Please describe your civil engineering experience, including your employer(s), job titles, and dates of employment.
04
Do you possess a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers?
05
Are you in possession of, or have the ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver's license?
06
Please list your related degree(s) and certifications.
Required Question
Location : CA 93030, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 4010-CD-2409-AC
Department: Community Development
Opening Date: 10/14/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
The City of Oxnard's Community Development Departments is seeking a Civil Engineer to join the team!
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Assist the City Engineer in the Floodplain Management and Review operations within the Department.
- Provide floodplain management guidance related to community drainage improvements, flood protection, floodplain management, and flood mitigation projects.
- Provides engineering analysis and comments on all phases of civil engineering land development plans, reports, and calculations; coordinates with developers and engineers to assure proposed improvements conform with applicable standards, policies and specifications; reviews engineering cost estimates; calculates and collects fees associated with development permits.
- Lead the land development permitting process for assigned projects from start to finish. This may include preparation of permit packages, project tracking through the permitting process, plan checking, updating internal/external staff, calculating permit fees, and issuing permits.
Payroll/Classification Title: Civil Engineer
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Civil Engineer is the class responsible for assisting the City Engineer with floodplain management and assuring that private and public development meets with applicable Federal, State, and City requirements and codes. This position is distinguished from the next higher level class of Senior Civil Engineer by the latter position's full management and supervisory responsibilities.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED:
Direction is provided by the Senior Civil Engineer, rEngineer Division Manager, or City Engineer. Incumbents in this class exercise technical and functional supervision over lower level engineering technical and support staff.
WORK SCHEDULE:
The normal work week is Monday-Thursday, 8:00am - 6:00pm and alternate Fridays 8:00am - 5:00pm. This position may be required to be available to work additional hours as needed to respond to workload needs. This position is governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay.
Essential Functions
Include but are not limited to the following:
- Provides engineering analysis and comments on all phases of civil engineering land development plans, reports, and calculations; coordinates with developers and engineers to assure proposed improvements conform with applicable standards, policies and specifications; reviews engineering cost estimates; calculates and collects fees associated with development permits.
- Investigates field issues regarding land development construction and provides general direction to City inspectors and technicians on land development projects.
- Acts as a primary point of contact for residents, property owners, contractors, and private engineers regarding grading, land development and infrastructure improvements.
- Responds to questions and concerns from the general public; provides information and resolves complaints; provides information to the public at the front counter, via telephone, and by other means of communication regarding grading and encroachment permits as well as information about city utilities, improvement plan reviews, and city standards.
- Performs historical document research and review; provides engineering analysis of potential alternatives for land development projects.
- Communicates and coordinates with various City divisions (Water, Wastewater, Streets, CIP Engineering, etc.) to ensure that proposed construction conforms to the needs and applicable requirements of those departments.
- Demonstrates a full understanding of applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties.
Minimum Qualifications
The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification:
Education:
- A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- Possess three (3) years of directly related experience in civil engineering work, and a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver's license.
- Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists.
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.
The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments for this same classification. 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 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 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 dhs.gov/e-verify
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Ashley Costello at
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.
Retirement Contributions:
New members (as defined by PEPRA), 2% @ 62; "Classic" members 2% @ 55. The employee will be required to pay a portion of their annual earnings toward their retirement. The City of Oxnard does not participate in social security.
Vacation Accrual Rates:
Full time employees accrue vacation leave at a rate of 4.39-8.08 hours per pay period based on years of service.
Sick Leave Accrual Rate:
Full time employees accrue sick leave at a rate of 3.70 hours per pay period.
Deferred Compensation:
The City contributes 1% to a deferred compensation program.
Bilingual Pay:
A regular full time employee may receive bilingual pay at the rate of $50.00-$125.00 bi-weekly depending on the level the employee is required to provide bilingual services as determined by the City Manager or designee.
Educational Incentive:
Employees earn educational incentive pay for educational attainments not required by the classification. The educational incentive pay is as follows: Associates degree - 2.5%, Bachelor's degree - 3%, Graduate degree - 3.5%
Health and dental:
Employees can choose from a variety of medical plans provided by the City. The City's contribution to medical coverage is outlined below:
Level One - For employees hired before January 1, 2023, the City contributes $1,543.00 per month toward medical insurance premiums and an additional $74.21 per month toward dental insurance premiums. Employees will receive cash back if the medical plan they choose is less than the City's monthly contribution of $1,543.00 per month. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive cash back in the amount $1,243.00 per month provided they provide proof of other qualifying coverage. Any unused dental premium monies are paid to the employee. If employees hired prior to January 1, 2023 make any changes to their health plan, they will be placed in level two.
Level Two - For employees hired on or after January 1, 2023, the City will contribute $1,863.00 towards medical insurance premiums with no cash back. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive $500.00 per month cash back provided they show proof of other qualifying coverage. The City will continue to provide $74.21 per month towards dental insurance.
Life Insurance:
City employees receive Basic Life Coverage and have the option to purchase additional insurance.
Tuition Reimbursement:
Full-time employees are eligible for 100% reimbursement of the costs of tuition, registration fees, laboratory fees, and books to a maximum of $1,000 per fiscal year for work related coursework.
Holidays:
The City observes 12 holidays per year.
01
Do you possess a Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Civil Engineering or a related field?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you possess a minimum of three (3) years of directly related experience in civil engineering work?
- Yes
- No
03
Please describe your civil engineering experience, including your employer(s), job titles, and dates of employment.
04
Do you possess a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers?
- Yes
- No
05
Are you in possession of, or have the ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver's license?
- Yes
- No
06
Please list your related degree(s) and certifications.
Required Question
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