Assistant Engineer

This recruitment is to establish an eligibility list of qualified candidates to fill one (1) current full-time vacancy and any future vacancies as they become available within the Public Works Department.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from the Public Works Associate or Public Works Manager. May provide direction to assigned lower-level staff.

Designs and develops designs, drawings, specifications and cost estimate in connection with the construction and maintenance of a variety of public works projects, including storm drains, sewers and water distribution systems; assists with the review and evaluation of project proposals and engineering specifications submitted by private engineering firms; conducts preliminary design studies and confers with supervisors during preliminary and design phases of projects to discuss technical and policy problems; coordinates design proposals with utility companies and other public agencies; reviews and critiques subdivision and parcel maps for design, accuracy, completeness and conformance with applicable ordinances; uses CAD or other automation systems as appropriate; makes recommendations for revision and improvement of subdivision maps and plans; prepares plan lay-outs and drawings; makes calculations; oversees and assists with the preparation of reports, official maps, legal property descriptions and deeds; inspects public work construction projects and private developments for conformance to design standards, specifications, proper quality of construction and sound engineering practices; coordinates assignments with other City departments; collects and develops data for the formation of assessment and improvement districts; provides training to nonprofessional staff; acts as a public works contact with the general public, contractors and developers, explaining technical information, Public Works Department policies and permit regulations.

Knowledge of: 

Practices and methods applicable to planning, design and construction of a variety of municipal public works projects; engineering computer applications; design principles, strengths of materials and stress analysis required in planning and constructing public work projects; public works office procedures; specification writing and estimate preparations; computer-aided design (CAD) principles; technical report writing; safe work practices, including safe driving techniques.

Ability to:

Prepare accurate plans, specifications, cost estimates and reports; make accurate engineering computations and drawings; prepare and review designs; review subdivision maps and plans for conformance with legal requirements and design standards; perform construction and project inspection; perform technical field surveying work; perform professional design, drafting, and mapping with skill, both manually and using CAD and other automation systems as appropriate; provide training to public works staff; deal tactfully and courteously with the public, contractors and representatives of other agencies in providing technical assistance and information about Public Works Department policies and projects; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, individuals from outside agencies and the public.

The work environment described here is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential function of this job.  Incumbent in this classification will work out in the field environment.

This job specification should not be interpreted as all-inclusive.  It is intended to identify essential functions and requirements of the job. Not all incumbents may perform all duties at all times. However, incumbents must be able to perform the essential duties, with or without accommodation for disability at any time while holding this position. 

This position is represented by the Lynwood Employees' Association/AFSCME Local 1920 (LEA).

 EMERGENCY DISASTER WORKER

City of Lynwood employees are registered as an Emergency Disaster Worker. All City employees are required to perform assigned Emergency Service duties in the event of an emergency or disaster.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

The City of Lynwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer, special assistance with the application and examination process is available upon request, for persons with disabilities. Notify Human Resources for assistance at (310) 603-0220 ext. 221 no later than three working days prior to the closing or scheduled examination/interview date.

CURRENT CITY OF LYNWOOD EMPLOYEES

Please do not use your City of Lynwood email address as part of this application.  You must indicate a personal email address in order to receive communication and/or notices from Human Resources throughout the recruitment process.

SELECTION PROCESS

Your online application packet must include:

1 - A completed online employment application.

2 - A completed supplemental questionnaire.

Failure to submit a complete application packet will result in disqualification from the examination process.

Job applications must completely be filled out; a resume cannot substitute for some of the information.  Be sure to be detail in your education, training or other relevant coursework that would make you a particularly strong candidate.

It is the applicant's responsibility to make sure the application is properly submitted.

Applicants will receive communication through email. 

Complete application materials will be screened in relation to the criteria described in this job announcement.  No postmarks, faxes or emails will be accepted. Only those candidates deemed to be the most qualified and meeting the City’s particular needs will be invited to continue in the recruitment process. The recruitment process may consist of a written examination, practical examination and/or an oral interview conducted by a panel of experts. Provisions of this bulletin do not constitute nor guarantee an expressed or implied contract for employment and may be revoked or modified without notice.  

Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in a panel interview. Prior to the first day of work, selected candidates must pass a background (live scan fingerprinted) and physical examination, including a drug screen. 

Employer will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Employer is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new hire employees to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States within three (3) business days beginning with the first day of work.  The City is legally prohibited from employing anyone who cannot provide such verification of documentation.

 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Lynwood does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, or sexual orientation.

THE CITY OF LYNWOOD RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY OR REVOKE, WITHOUT NOTICE, ANY OR ALL OF THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN PRIOR TO THE TIME OF APPOINTMENT, AND TO WAIVE ANY NON-SUBSTANTIVE JOB REQUIREMENT AND MAKE SUBJECTIVE DECISIONS INTERPRETING AND ASSESSING THE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS OF ANY CANDIDATE, INCLUDING THE DETERMINATION THAT NONE OF THE CANDIDATES, EVEN THOSE  WHO  MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION, ARE APPROPRIATE FOR THE POSITION.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED ONLINE AT:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lynwoodca 

 If you have any questions, please contact:

City of Lynwood Human Resources Dept. 11330 Bullis Road Lynwood, CA 90262 310-603-0220 x 221

Salary : $5,842 - $7,105