ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEER

Location: City of Ithaca, NY
Department: Department of Public Works
Classification: Competitive
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Administrative
Salary: $62,638 - $74,47

The City of Ithaca, a top Finger Lakes Area employer, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of

Assistant Civil Engineer. This position serves the Department of Public Works and reports directly to the
Director of Engineering Services.

Position Description: The work involves responsibility for performing entry level professional
engineering tasks in a municipal public works department. The incumbent works on a variety of projects
involving the design and construction and or improvement of streets, buildings and water and wastewater
systems. The work is performed under the general supervision of a public works administrator with
leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work. The
incumbent does not supervise others, but may direct and oversee the work of an Engineering Technician
and/or members of a survey crew. Does related work as required.

To view the complete job description, visit: Assistant Civil Engineer job description.

Minimum Qualifications:

(a) Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, civil engineering technology, or construction
management; or

(b) Possession of an Associate’s degree in civil engineering technology, engineering science, or a

closely related field with a focus on civil or construction technology and two (2) years of full-time paid
experience, or its part-time paid equivalent, in surveying, design, construction site inspection, or other
civil engineering work; or

(c) An equivalent combination of training an experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b).

Note: College degrees must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional,
national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education
and/or U.S. Secretary of Education. If an applicant’s degree was awarded by an educational institution
outside the United States and its territories, the applicant must provide independent verification of
equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found at
evaluation fee.

Special Requirements: Possession of a valid New York State Class D driver license or a valid driver
license equivalent to a New York State Class D driver license at the time of appointment and maintenance
of said license for the duration of employment.

Appointment Status and Exam Requirement: This will be a provisional appointment pending the
results of a civil service examination to be scheduled at a later date. Permanent appointment will be
dependent upon the candidate's exam score.

Residency Requirements: There are no residency requirements for this position.

Benefits: Refer to the Fringe Benefits webpage and Administrative Unit Bargaining Agreement.

Supplemental Information:

• Computers are available for use by appointment. To schedule an appointment, contact the

• The City of Ithaca values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all

• The City of Ithaca is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Consistent with the

Application Materials Required:
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City of Ithaca application 
Copy of high school and college transcripts 
Copy of Driver License

Applications accepted until position is filled. Submit required application materials to:

Attn: City of Ithaca
Human Resources Department

All applications must be submitted electronically through our online application program. We do not accept
paper applications, faxed applications, e-mailed applications or photocopies of applications.

Ithaca is Gorges! We would love to have you on our team!

Issued: February 7, 2025