What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Engineer position at City of Corona, CA?
DESCRIPTION
The City of Corona has an exciting opportunity to join our Public Works Department in the Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) Division as an Associate Engineer in the Utilities section.
Some exciting projects in Utilities include designing, rehabilitating, and constructing the City's water, wastewater, and reclamation distribution systems and facilities. The city maintains and operates several of its treatment plants, reservoirs, and pump stations and continues working with land developers to expand its facilities. The Utilities Department is a huge proponent of water conservation, and the Utilities section plays a significant role in the design and construction of these projects.
Are you someone who is energetic, can multi-task and likes to take on new and challenging projects? If you are an individual who loves making a difference, and thrives in a fun, fast paced environment, then please don't hesitate - apply today!
Knowledge & Education
- Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
- Civil and structural engineering principles, techniques, policies, and procedures.
- Practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective staff reports.
- Principles and practices of capital improvement program budgeting, cost estimation, funding, project management, and contract administration.
- Principles and modern techniques and equipment used in the design, construction, and maintenance of streets and utilities infrastructure.
- Contract management practices in a public agency setting.
- Land development principles and associated documentation such as property legal descriptions and subdivision maps.
- Principles and practices of hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and soil mechanics.
- Principles and practices of technical report and business correspondence preparation.
- Software applications related to engineering design and construction, geographic information systems, computer-aided design and drafting, and databases.
Skills & Abilities
Experience & Licenses
Characteristics
This position is FLSA Non-Exempt, eligible for overtime compensation.
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Application Process
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis with a first review on Tuesday , February 26, 2025, at 5 : 00PM . Applicants are encouraged to apply early as this recruitment may close at any time.
Candidates that successfully pass the screening process and are deemed to possess the most desirable qualifications will be invited to a virtual HireVue interview. Candidates who pass the virtual HireVue interview will be invited to the in-person oral interviews tentatively scheduled for March 12, 2025. The top scoring candidates from the oral interview will be placed on an eligibility list from which the department may hire.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check including livescan and pass a pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug / alcohol screening).
Community
A City whose heritage spans more than a century, the City of Corona, located in Riverside County, California, encompasses around 40 square miles and has a vibrant, culturally diverse population of approximately 168,100 residents. Residents of Corona enjoy a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities that provide a first-rate quality of life for its residents and visitors. Within an hour's travel time, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy such winter activities as snowboarding and skiing and such summer activities as surfing, boating, or simply relaxing on a beach. Corona's economy is strong and getting stronger; more than 84,000 people work here. Our retail, commercial, and housing areas are expanding, and office development continues to be strong.
The Organization
The City of Corona is a General Law city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. Policymaking and legislative authority is vested in the City Council, consisting of a Mayor and four Council Members. Members of the City Council are elected by District to a four-year term. The Mayor is selected by the Council and serves as the presiding officer for one year.
The City is organized into the following departments / organizational units : Community Services, City Manager's Office, Economic Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal and Risk Management, Police, Planning & Development, Public Works and Utilities. Oversight of these departments is divided between the City Manager and two Assistant City Managers.
The City's total operating budget for Fiscal Year 2025 is $ 399.1 million with a General Fund operating budget of $ 209.6 million. Corona enjoys a workforce of 922 dedicated employees who provide high quality services to its residents and visitors each day.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES
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PHYSICAL / MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
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