The Senior Engineer will assist the Deputy Director of Public Works in planning, directing, supervising, and reviewing the activities of the Public Works Engineering Division, including buildings, streets, sewer systems, water distribution systems, drainage systems, and other related municipal public works activities.
Salary: $9,356.00 - $10,993.00 Monthly
The Senior Engineer will help modernize and reshape the infrastructure of the City of Pico Rivera. The current work plan for delivering capital project infrastructure is extensive; we are renovating, updating, modernizing, and building new assets for our community. This is an excellent opportunity for dynamic and experienced project management engineers to apply and be a part of creating the future of Pico Rivera. The Senior Engineer will manage a team tasked with delivering a wide variety of capital projects through the planning, design and construction phases.
City Hall is open Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Employees work a 4/10 schedule from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. This position could also be required to work non- traditional hours including nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays based on the needs of the department.
Essential Duties are listed on the city's websiste, visit: https://www.pico-rivera.org/our-city/city-jobs/
Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Theories and principles of civil engineering and professional design standards; customer service techniques; safety procedures and practices; communication and public relations practices; pertinent laws and regulations; statutory reporting requirements; time management methods; conflict resolution methods; supervisory techniques; leadership techniques; work organization planning methods; budget preparation methods; project management techniques, principles, and practices; construction management methods, techniques, principles, and practices.
Considerable knowledge of, but not limited to:
- Caltrans Standard Specifications and the California Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CA MUTCD);
- CEQA/NEPA; Caltrans LAPM/LAPG.
- NPDES requirements.
- Applicable public works, engineering and project management rules and regulations.
- Principles and practices of project management, construction management and contract administration.
- Methods and techniques for data and map collection, presentation and record management.
- Principles and practices of land surveying, real property legal description, land acquisition, easements and assessment proceedings, including the California Subdivision Map Act, and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances related to land use and right-of-way management.
- Pertinent local, state and federal laws, ordinances and rules, including those related to development, design and construction.
- Office methods, procedures, computer software and equipment.
- Performance of complex field investigations and knowledge of general inspection and enforcement practices.
Skills:
- Proficiency in operating a personal computer/laptop and other office equipment necessary to successfully perform the essential duties of the position; perform engineering and mathematical computations.
- Operate a vehicle and equipment safely.
- Experience developing schedules and managing complex information technology projects.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Proficiency in a designated second language (Spanish) is desired.
Ability to:
- Organize and prioritize multiple tasks; analyze and solve problems; research and interpret data; interpret laws and regulations; interpret standards and practices; demonstrate effective interpersonal skills; use conflict resolution techniques; give effective oral and public presentations; follow oral and written instructions; work with minimal supervision; use project, records and time management techniques; initiate and complete performance evaluations; write reports; comply with required regulations; delegate tasks and manage projects; maintain confidentiality of nonpublic records; and demonstrate effective leadership skills.
- Support City in investigative work involving property rights for proposed and existing operating facilities.
- Must be highly skilled at researching right of way documents and title chains to make determination of existing, prior rights.
- Plan, organize and supervise the work of professional employees in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.
- Effectively manage projects and consultants.
- Negotiate effectively to ensure the best interests of the City are met;
- Work independently and as a team member; recognize and set priorities and meet deadlines.
- Interpret plans and specifications; assist with budget preparation; represent the City at functions as requested.
- Communicate technical information in a non-technical manner.
- Maintain accurate records and files and prepare clear and concise oral and written reports.
- Ability to deal and solve complex problems involving several variables in standardized situations.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING
Additionally, candidates must possess:
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering, construction management or other related specialization.
- Master's degree is preferable.
- Five (5) years of professional engineering and project management experience related to duties are required.
- Five (5) years in leadership and administrating public contracts experience are required.
- Five (5) years of supervisory experience in local municipal government is required.
- Budget/policy experience is desired.
Note: One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis (To ensure full credit for work experience, indicate number of hours worked per week.)
An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. This evaluation must be submitted by the application deadline.
Proof of education such as but not limited to, high school diploma/GED certificate, university/college transcripts and degrees must be submitted online with your application. Applicants are responsible for attaching proof of education, certification, and/or license to each position for which they apply.
Failure to provide all required documents will result in elimination from the selection process.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Physical and Mental Demands, and Work Environment are listed on the city's websiste, visit: https://www.pico-rivera.org/our-city/city-jobs/
Licenses and Certifications
- A valid Class C California Driver's License or ability to obtain a Class C California Driver’s license within 10 days of hire, and a safe driving record throughout the course of employment. (City employees are registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles, Employee Pull Notice Program.)
- Professional Engineer license from the State of California is required.
- Certified Construction Manager (CCM) designated by CMCI or equivalent certification is desirable.
TESTING:
Candidates who pass all qualifying phases (minimum qualifications review, written and/or oral interview) will advance to the hiring department who will have access to a pool of candidates to initiate the selection process. Please note that the time frame for the recruitment timeline will vary. We will keep our applicants posted as we progress in the recruitment process.
FINAL FILING DATE: We encourage you to apply early. Recruitment will close Sunday, July 28, 2024.
SELECTION PROCESS:
All application materials must be submitted online prior to the final filing date of the recruitment. Based on a review of application materials, the best qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the testing process to further evaluate their job-related experience, education, knowledge, skills and abilities. Resumes will be accepted in addition to, but not in lieu of, the required application materials (such as a copy of high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalent, bachelor’s degree and/or typing certificate, if applicable). This is a competitive process; therefore, be thorough in your responses. All statements made on the application are subject to verification. False statements will be cause for disqualification, removal from the Eligibility List, or discharge from employment.
Note: The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained within may be modified or revoked without notice.
It is recommended you use a personal email address on your application instead of a work email address. Notifications during this recruitment will be sent by email only (regardless of the notification preference selected during the on-line application process). Notifications will be sent to the email address that is listed on your online application.
Visit the city's website () for detailed information regarding:
- Senior Engineer Supplemental Questionnaire
- Physical/Background Check
- At-Will Classification
- Emergency Disaster Worker
- Equal Opportunity Employer
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance