CIVIL ENGINEERING ASSISTANT

DESCRIPTION

Applications are available online beginning Friday, December 13, 2024, through 4:30 pm, Friday, December 27, 2024.

EXTENDED TO JANUARY 31, 2025

 

Salary Information:

$1,643.76 - $2,601.44 Bi-Weekly

Vacancy Information:  Current vacancy is with the Utilities Department. This classification is also used in the Community Development, Harbor, Public Works, and Energy Resources Departments.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under general direction and supervision, coordinates various aspects of project delivery and assists in the administration of construction projects from preconstruction through construction, and close-out phases; assists in the design and/or construction oversight of street improvements, utilities, and above-ground and underground utility features and structures and/or public works, harbor or airport improvements; assists with the review of data and reports; performs design drafting and calculations; evaluates survey data, physical test data of soils and construction materials; reviews construction boundaries and dimensions; reviews construction specifications and legal descriptions for easement dedications and quitclaims; prepares plans, specifications, estimates (PS&E) and project schedules; provides technical assistance or coordination to staff and consultants; researches and writes technical memos and reports; assists in preparations and/or review of conceptual and environmental studies; reviews plumbing plans, housing plans and structural designs for compliance with regulations; investigates and responds to public inquiries and complaints; may assist in preparing grant applications; drafts, computes, writes, reviews and directs field operations involving gathering and compiling of field data for the layout and construction of streets, curbs, roads, sidewalks, subdivisions, utility, installations, buildings, and other projects; assists in the design of street improvements and underground structures principally in preparing plans, profiles, cross-sections, making quantity estimates, making horizontal and vertical alignment and curve computations and establishing tentative grades; reviews and responds to Requests for Clarification (RFC), Requests for Information (RFI), Change Order Proposal (COP) and Change Directives (CD) for quality assurance and merit; Reviews and monitors applications for payment and ensures projects are delivered within approved timelines; Performs site walks to verify field conditions and develop progress or status reports; Maintains project files and logs that include correspondence, contractor invoices and progress statements, change orders as well as claims, and extra services; Coordinates progress meetings with contractors, project managers, and field staff; prepares agendas and records meeting minutes and follows up on action items; Acts as support staff in the collection of contract data and documentation to resolve changes and claims; and performs other related duties as required.  

This is not an inclusive list.  A complete list of examples of duties is detailed in the Civil Service Commission approved CIVIL ENGINEERING ASSISTANT class specification.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

Candidates must meet the following requirements in option A or B: 

 

Option A.  Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or closely related field (proof required)*.

OR

Option B. Possess an Engineer-In-Training (E.I.T.) certificate recognized by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers (proof required)*.

*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  

Candidates must possess all of the following:

• Knowledge of principles, best practices, procedures and methods of civil engineering;
• Knowledge of engineering mathematics;
• Knowledge of field survey and construction practices;
• Knowledge of English usage, grammar and punctuation;
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with employees, the public and members of various organizations and outside agencies;
• Ability to perform arithmetic calculations;
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications;
• Ability to collect, analyze, compile, and arrange technical, statistical, and related information;
• Ability to use computers and other electronic devices;
• Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people including City personnel, state, and federal agencies, private organizations and businesses, contractors, members of the public, elected officials, by consistently exercising tact, initiative, prudence, and good judgment;
• Ability to work with co-workers and members of the public through effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills;
• Reviews and monitors applications for payment and ensures projects are delivered within approved timelines;
• Performs site walks to verify field conditions and develop progress or status reports;
• Maintains project files and logs that include correspondence, contractor invoices and progress statements, change orders as well as claims, and extra services;
• Coordinates progress meetings with contractors, project managers, and field staff; prepares agendas and records meeting minutes and follows up on action items;
• Acts as support staff in the collection of contract data and documentation to resolve changes and claims;

A valid driver's license must be submitted to the hiring department at the time of the selection.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:

Application and Supplemental Application......................................................Qualifying

 

Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. This selection procedure will be conducted using a continuous non-competitive process, which means applications are evaluated solely on training, experience, education, or certification. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be place on an eligible list. Applicants receiving Veteran’s Credit will be placed on the eligible list first and then in the order in which applications were filed. This is a continuous eligible list, which means eligible lists may be established periodically and may expire six months from their effective date. Applicants may apply only once during a four-month period. Qualified candidates meeting the minimum qualifications with applications received by Friday, December 27, 2024, will be placed on Test #01 established eligible list for this recruitment. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.

 

If you have not received notification of the status of your application within two weeks of filing your application, please contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202.

 

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

 

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act

 

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public. 

This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Civil Service Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-6202. For the hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

J.O.B. K12NN-25                                                    CEAssist:BT                                               CSC 12/11/2024

Salary : $1,644 - $2,601