SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER

Salary : $86,352.60 - $101,239.20 Annually

Location : Compton, CA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 24-25 : 37

Department : Water

Opening Date : 02 / 19 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 30 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Max Number of Applicants : 100

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under general supervision, performs complex technical engineering work in the design and completion of construction, engineering, drainage / flood control, and other Public Works infrastructure; manages large or complex engineering projects; and performs other related duties

SUPERVISION RECEIVED / EXERCISED

Works under the general supervision of the Assistant City Engineer; does not exercise supervisory responsibility.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS : This is the advanced journey level class within the Professional Engineering series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the lower-level Associate Engineer by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned including managing large or complex engineering projects. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following essential functions are those that are critical, integral, necessary, crucial, primary and fundamental to the job. Incumbents who possess the requisite skill, experience, education, and other job-related requirements of a position are expected to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Manages assigned projects, resolves discrepancies between field conditions and design plans, and recommends methods of resolving complex problems.
• Assumes the technical responsibility for coordinating / preparing / reviewing complete projects, including engineering reports, calculations, plans and special provisions in accordance with City standards and codes.
• Makes structural and technical engineering analysis of proposed projects; evaluates need for design changes and makes appropriate recommendations; reviews plans for conformity to uniform codes, local ordinances, and state and federal regulations.
• Performs drafting and computing work; gathers, compiles, reviews and validates calculations and field data for the design, layout and construction of roadway, flood control, infrastructure and related projects.
• Makes field tests and takes samples for laboratory test of materials; inspects jobsites to assure work quality and assure that jobsites and work activities are in compliance with all laws, regulations, policies and safety standards.
• Responds to questions from citizens and agencies on engineering projects and plans.
• Maintains records and files associated with engineering projects.
• Interprets and explains technical specifications, and federal and state rules and regulations.
• Writes technical and analytical reports, and makes technical estimates of a specialized nature in connection with civil engineering projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience :

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering, preferably with a municipal or government agency, or closely related experience; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications :

Required Knowledge of :

Required Skill in :

Physical Demands / Work Environment :

Work may involve exposure to wet surfaces, moving traffic, construction equipment, occasional loud noise and dust when performing inspections at construction sites.

EXAMINATION

The purpose of this examination is to establish an eligible list from which vacant position(s) may be filled.

Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination and interview process.

Phase one (1) is an oral examination (weighted 100%) that will be administered by an appraisal panel to evaluate professional qualifications, background and suitability. The oral examination may include graded simulation exercises, writing exercises, and oral presentations. A passing score for the oral exam is 70%. Each candidate will be notified via mail or e-mail.

The City of Compton reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods, if deemed necessary. Failure in one phase of the examination shall be grounds for declaring the applicant as failing in the entire examination, and as disqualified for subsequent parts of an examination.

GENERAL INFORMATION TO EXAMINATION APPLICANTS

The City of Compton does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or provisions of services.

Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must give advanced notice to the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing date.

ELIGIBLE LISTS

Recruitment may be conducted on a (a) promotional basis, (b) open-competitive basis, or (c) promotional and open-competitive basis simultaneously. All candidates who attain an overall score of at least 70.00 (open-competitive) and at least 75.00 (promotional) will be placed in rank order on the relevant eligible list(s).

PLEASE NOTE :

All permanent City employees that attain an overall score of at least 75.00 will be placed on both the promotional eligible list and the open-competitive eligible list. All City employees that attain a score of 70.00 on EACH PHASE of the examination but an overall score of less than 75.00 will be placed on the open-competitive eligible list only.

Each eligible list shall remain in effect one (1) year from the date of its establishment unless it is extended, abolished or exhausted. Whenever possible, three (3) names are certified to fill any one (1) vacant position. No candidate may be certified more than three (3) times for any one classified position. When certifying eligible lists to appointing powers, the promotional eligible list takes precedence over the open-competitive eligible list. A department manager's recommendation for employment is subject to the City Manager's approval.

EXAMINATION APPEAL PROCEDURE

A candidate may, within five (5) days after taking the written examination, file in writing with the City Manager an appeal against any part of the test, citing the item or items against which the appeal is directed, and the reason(s) for such appeal. The Personnel Board will consider appeals from the decisions and ratings of qualifications appraisals (interview) boards if such appeals meet the conditions described in the Personnel Rules and Regulations (Section 6.8).

EXAMINATION RECORDS

All examination papers, including the employment application, resume, and other attachments submitted by candidates are the property of the Personnel Board and are confidential records which may be open to inspection only for purposes and under conditions established by the Personnel Board.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

In all entrance examinations (open-competitive only) for positions in the Classified Service, veterans who served in the armed forces of the United States during time(s) of war, and who attain an overall passing score in the examination are allowed additional preferential credit in accordance with the Personnel Rules and Regulations. In order to claim veterans' credit, the applicant must submit proof of service and honorable discharge (showing specific dates of service) on a U.S. Military form (DD-214) at the time of application or not later than the final filing date for the examination.

FRINGE BENEFITS

The City's comprehensive fringe benefits program includes : retirement (Public Employees' Retirement System), medical, dental, life and vision insurances, deferred compensation, sick and vacation leaves, after-hours education reimbursement, ride share program, uniform allowance and other provisions.

The City of Compton offers an excellent benefits program which includes membership in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS); family-covered insurances : dental, health, vision; life insurance (for employee only); Employee Assistance Program; six personal leave days; 15 holidays (including birthday); vacation; sick leave; bereavement leave; educational reimbursement; personal development; deferred compensation; 4 / 10 work week. The City also pays the employee's 8% share of contribution towards retirement.

Retirement :

Employees hired after January 1, 2013, who are new to CalPERS, or are returning members with a break in service greater than six months, will be enrolled in the 2% @ 62 retirement plan and will be required to pay at least 50% (currently 6.5%) of the normal PERS cost.

Dental :

The City pays 100% of the full family monthly premium towards the HMO dental insurance plan.

Health :

The City pays 100% of the full family monthly premium based at Kaiser Los Angeles Region's rates. Employees selecting health plans with higher monthly premiums than Kaiser will incur out-of-pocket costs.

Vision :

The City offers a voluntary vision insurance plan.

Life :

The City pays 100% of the monthly premium for employee only towards $55,000 life insurance coverage.

Employee Assistance Program :

Provides confidential counseling, education and referral for work and life issues at no cost to the employee; subject to program provisions.

Vacation :

Supervisory, Technical & Professional Classifications)

Employees of this Unit may use vacation leave after the satisfactory completion of six months of continuous service with the CITY. Employees shall accrue vacation as follows :

Holidays :

Fifteen per year which include : Independence Day, Labor Day, Admissions Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Thanksgiving Day (day following), Christmas Day, New Year's Day, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday, Lincoln's Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Cinco de Mayo, Memorial Day, Employee's Birthday, Cesar Chavez Day

Sick :

Employees accrue twelve hours of sick leave per month.

Bereavement :

Three working days (or five working days for out of State services) per incident for the death of an immediate family member : spouse, father, current father-in-law, mother, current mother-in-law, grandfather, grandmother, son, daughter, brother, sister, step-mother, step-father, step-son and step-daughter).

Educational Reimbursement :

Employees receive up to $2,000 per fiscal year for job-related courses.

Do you possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or a related field?

REQUIRED : Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) by the California Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Proof of registration MUST be attached to the application when submitted.Have you attached your proof of registration?

Do you possess a valid California Class C Driver's License?

Do you have at least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering, preferably with a municipal or government agency, or closely related experience?(Note : Your application must reflect the required experience clearly)

This brings you to the end of your application. Before submitting your application, please make sure you have done the following : 1. Read the entire job description and understand the position you are applying for.2. Read the Minimum Qualifications and clearly state your relevant experience and education on your application; including any licenses and / or certificates if applicable.(Note : resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of a completed application.)3. Attach any proof of education, licenses and / or certificates if applicable.4. Completed all sections of the application and answered all questions thoroughly.

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Salary : $86,353 - $101,239