Description

Performs professional engineering work in the planning, design, and construction of public works and related projects including residential, commercial, and industrial development projects. Receives specific direction from higher level professional engineers. Occasionally exercises indirect supervision of a technical nature over sub-professional engineering positions. Assumes varying degrees of responsibility for the engineering requirements of water, sewer, storm drain, streets and other projects, depending upon class level. This is a flexibly staffed class series in that the Junior level position is expected to progress to the Assistant level with training, satisfactory performance, and obtaining proper certification. Similarly, the Assistant is expected to progress to the Associate level.
This is the entry level in the professional engineering class series. Positions in this class differ from Assistant Engineers in that they are not expected to immediately perform a wide range of engineering tasks or be familiar with City engineering policies and procedures. Unlike the Assistant, they would rarely exercise lead supervision over other engineering positions.

Examples of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Designs and prepares plans, specifications and cost estimates for public works projects including water, wastewater, street, storm drain, and related projects; researches project design and requirements; performs complex calculations and prepares estimates of time and material cost; Reviews and checks final maps, parcel maps, and subdivision improvement plans for accuracy and conformance with City codes, ordinances and departmental requirements; Writes and checks legal descriptions of parcels of land; Conducts specialized studies involving selection and use of materials and equipment, design techniques and economic comparison of alternatives, i.e., water well construction and rehabilitation, sewer pipe materials, etc; Serves as field inspector and field engineer on public works projects; Assigns routine investigation, design and drafting tasks to technical sub-ordinates; reviews completed work; assists in the solution of difficult problems; Analyze and interpret Federal and State regulations pertaining to engineering projects; Prepares applications for State and Federal grants; administers grant projects; Meets contractors, privates engineers, members of the public, other City departments and agencies to discuss engineering problems and answer questions related to public works projects, City codes, ordinances, and policies; Prepare and evaluate contracts and agreements; Performs related duties as required.

Typical Qualifications

Knowledge of: Principles and practices of engineering as applied to public works, utilities, and building construction projects; Methods, materials, and techniques used in the construction of public works and utilities projects; Modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding engineering.

Ability to: Prepare engineering designs, plans and studies, perform computations; Use and operate personal computer, related software and peripheral equipment; Establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted during the course of work.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the qualifying knowledge and ability. A typical combination is:

Education:
A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university.

Experience:
No related work experience.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Possession of a valid Driver's License (class C) issued from the California Department of Motor Vehicles.

Supplemental Information

Evaluation of Qualifications: Application materials and resumes will be screened to determine if applicants are considered to be among the most qualified as outlined on the job announcement. Only applicants who are among the most qualified will be invited to participate in the testing process. Resumes may not be substituted for a completed application.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - The City of Lodi is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of fair employment practices regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex or sexual orientation, marital status, age, mental or physical disability or perceived disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation or belief, or other unlawful discrimination.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY ACT - In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the City of Lodi provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations must contact the Human Resources Division upon application submittal to confirm the request.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INFORMATION - City of Lodi is authorized and required by the state of California to access Local, State, and/or Federal criminal history as part of the testing process. This process can be completed by initial fingerprinting and/or a full Background investigation pursuant to Penal Code §11105(b)(10), §11105.3, §13300(b)(10); Education Code §10911.5; Public Resources Code §5164) and in compliance with the City of Lodi's Fingerprinting Policy ad Procedure. As a future employee or volunteer, you are required to be fingerprinted and processed through the Department of Justice and cleared before you can start. All information obtained will be kept in strict confidentiality.

HIRING PROCEDURE - Applicants must possess the minimum qualifications by the final filing date. Eligible lists are established upon successful completion of the selection process. The candidates must be successful in each part of the testing. To fill each vacancy the hiring department will request names to be certified from the eligible list and will make a selection from this certification list.

CONDITIONAL JOB OFFERS - Conditional job offers are subject to successful completion of a medical drug screen and/or physical. Candidates should not quit or give notice to their current employer until final notification has been awarded by the Human Resources Division.

MEDICAL-DRUG SCREENING – All positions may be subject to a physical or drug screen issued by a qualified medical physician assigned by the Human Resources Division. Under the requirements of the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the City of Lodi has been designated as a drug-free workplace.

APPOINTMENT - At the time of appointment all candidates will be required to execute an oath of allegiance and complete Form I-9 - Employment Eligibility Verification in compliance with the Immigration and Naturalization Act. United States citizenship is not required. All new appointees are required to successfully complete a probationary period of twelve months.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

SALARY - The starting salary is the first rate shown on the job announcement. Advancement to the higher steps of the salary range is based upon merit in accordance with the Salary Ordinance and Rules for Personnel Administration. Eligibility for the first merit increase is effective after 12 months and for additional merit increases after one year intervals until the employee has reached the maximum step.

HOLIDAY, VACATION, SICK, AND ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE - Holiday - An average of 13 paid holidays per year. Vacation - 2 weeks paid vacation annually, increasing with length of service depending upon the appropriate labor agreement. Sick Leave - 10 days per year depending upon the appropriate labor agreement. Administrative Leave - Management/Mid-Management positions receive 80 hours per fiscal year, and specified professional/technical positions receive 40 hours per fiscal year (Pro-Rated).

HEALTH INSURANCE - Medical, Dental and Vision plans are available for employee and dependents. A portion of the premiums may be the employee's responsibility.

LIFE INSURANCE AND LONG TERM DISABILITY - The City pays the full premium for employee and dependent life insurance, and offers a long-term disability plan that provides up to approximately 2/3 of an employee's salary.

RETIREMENT AND DEFERRED COMPENSATION - The City of Lodi is a member of the Public Employees' Retirement System (P.E.R.S.). Lodi is not a member of the Social Security System except for the required medical contribution. Employees may participate in a 457 Deferred Compensation program.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT - Employees may participate in a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account.

IMPORTANT NOTE: This bulletin does not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions or job duties contained in this bulletin may include modifications pending labor agreements and/or council approval.