What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Civil Engineer position at City of Pacific Grove, CA?

Salary : $116,043.20 - $155,500.80 Annually

Location : Pacific Grove, CA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 25 / 206-002 / 02LL

Department : Public Works

Opening Date : 02 / 25 / 2025

Closing Date : 4 / 13 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Overview

The City of Pacific Grove welcomes applications for Principal Civil Engineer.

The Community of Pacific Grove

Sharing borders with the Pacific Ocean, Monterey Bay, Pebble Beach, and the City of Monterey, Pacific Grove combines an unparalleled quality of life with an ambience of charm, grace, and beauty. Located on the very tip of the scenic, tree-shrouded Monterey Peninsula, Pacific Grove boasts a beautiful, fully accessible coastline. The community encompasses a total of less than three square miles, with more than 3.5 miles of beaches, rocky outcroppings, and shoreline parks. Primarily a residential community, Pacific Grove has a population of 15,698 and over 1,300 registered historic homes and other structures.

Founded in the 1870s as a Methodist summer retreat, Pacific Grove continues to bear the look and feel of yesteryear. The original retreat area remains, with homes dating back to the late 1800s and early 1900s. Many of Pacific Grove's homes reflect a vintage style, diverse architecture, and individuality. Among the historic buildings in Pacific Grove are stately Victorian mansions, many of which have been converted into bed and breakfast inns. Annual special events showcase Pacific Grove's historic homes and inns, including the Victorian Home Tour and Christmas at the Inns. In addition, a variety of annual festivities - such as the Good Old Days and the Butterfly Parade - celebrate the community's history.

Besides its scenic beauty and idyllic neighborhoods, Pacific Grove has five shopping districts including an eclectic downtown experience with small boutiques, gift shops, art galleries, antique stores, and restaurants. Other vibrant shopping areas are located throughout the community, including a Certified Farmer's Market offering local fare.

Point Pinos is the oldest continuously operating lighthouse on the west coast as its beacon has flashed nightly since 1855 as a guide and warning to ships off the rocky California coast. The Stanford University Hopkins Marine Station was founded in 1892 as the first marine laboratory on the west coast of North America, and faculty offer undergraduate and graduate courses in a variety of oceanic and marine sciences.

Lovers Point Park and beach is a 4.4-acre landscaped community park used for picnicking, fishing, swimming, water sports, and surfing. Asilomar State Beach offers beach and coast trail walks past the Marine Reserve, a short boardwalk loop through the Natural Dune Preserve, and overnight room lodging and conference facilities.

Golfers have a unique opportunity to play a scenic 18-hole course at the oceanfront Pacific Grove Municipal Golf Links. Others may explore the City's award-winning Natural History Museum. Not only does Pacific Grove offer breathtaking views combined with a variety of recreational and cultural activities, but the City provides excellent public safety services; the City has one of the lowest crime rates in Monterey County; and a small-town hospitality and friendliness in a place that locals call simply "P.G."

The City Organization

Incorporated in 1889, Pacific Grove is a Charter City and operates under the Council-Manager form of government. The seven-member City Council appoints a City Manager, City Attorney, and members of the City's advisory boards and commissions. City amenities include a historic Carnegie public library, natural history museum, community center, youth center, senior center, an 18-hole golf course, cemetery, butterfly habitat preserve, shoreline recreation trails, and numerous parks. Departments within the city organization include the City Manager's Office (including the City Clerk and Human Resources), Administrative Services (including Finance, Risk Management, and Information Services), Library, Community Development (including Building & Safety, Housing and Code Enforcement), Public Works (including Recreation), and Police. City Attorney, Fire services and golf course operations are provided on contract.

Compensation & Benefits

The annual salary range for this management position is $116,043 - $155,500

plus a 3% management incentive (3% x base salary), placement in this range depends on qualifications and experience. A 3% cost of living adjustment is scheduled in July of this year pending approval of a salary ordinance by City Council.

The City also offers an attractive comprehensive

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Leticia Livian, Human Resources Director at 831-648-3171 or email, llivian@cityofpacificgrove.org.

This is newly created position.

Salary is pending second read of an ordinance by City Council on 3 / 5 / 2025.

Classification Description

Under general direction of the Public Works Deputy Director, provides professional engineering advice, coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, outside agencies and the general public, and provides highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Public Works Director. May provide supervision over public works personnel.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, essential functions may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following :

Participates in the implementation of goals, and objectives for the Public Works Department and makes recommendations.

Plans, organizes, controls, and evaluates the functions, activities and projects, including the administration and management of construction contracts for projects.

Coordinates construction inspections.

Prepares contract change orders; reviews contract submittals / shop drawings.

Approves and authorizes contractor payments and management of service contracts.

Plans, organizes and supervises the work of personnel;

May manage and direct subordinate engineers, technicians and related professionals, including consultants.

Engages in the preparation of engineering studies and / or construction contract documents; reviews, evaluates and approves contracts, contract modifications, specifications, related documents and the settlement of claims.

Conducts meetings and makes presentations to the City Council, boards, commissions, community groups, and other agencies.

Ensures that close coordination is maintained between various City departments for construction of CIP or other projects; coordinates division activities with other City departments, divisions, and sections and with outside agencies; develops and implements division goals, objectives, policies and priorities;

Prepares, monitors, and administers the various division budgets.

Supports the relationship between the City of Pacific Grove and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff.

Maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information.

Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines :

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be :

Five years of verifiable professional civil engineering work experience, which includes at least two years of supervisory and administrative experience and a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Civil Engineering. Must possess a valid Certification of Registration as a professional civil engineer in the State of California.

Knowledge of :

City policies and procedures;

Civil engineering principles, practices and methods related to civil engineering and the design and construction of facilities and City assets;

Principles and practices of organizational administration, personnel and budget management;

Principles and practices of Federal, State and local laws, ordinances, codes, standards, rules and regulations applicable to the planning, design, construction and maintenance of facilities and City assets;

Methods and equipment used in construction and the testing of construction materials;

Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.

Skill in :

Organizing, directing and coordinating activities and projects in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale;

Analyzing, interpreting and checking complex plans, specifications, calculations, laws and regulations;

Producing, evaluating and directing complex engineering and construction projects; applying proper technical and construction techniques to problems identified;

Communicating clearly and concisely, orally and in writing;

Planning, organizing, directing, establishing and maintaining cooperative relations within the organization and with public and private organizations;

Supervising, training and evaluating subordinate personnel.

Supplemental Information

A valid California State Driver's License in good standing is required for driving a City vehicle.

Must possess a valid Certification of Registration as a professional civil engineer in the State of California.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT :

Work is performed in a standard office environment and outdoors at work sites throughout the City.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Must be willing to attend evening or weekend meetings and / or critical events and activities, as appropriate.

This position has a critical role for the City in the preparation for, during, and in recovery from physical disasters and other emergency incidents.

Must take an Oath of Office.

As part of the selection process, all individuals provided with a preliminary offer of employment will be subject to a background investigation, including a criminal history check (primarily completed through the taking of fingerprints). An image of your fingerprints will be captured and sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history,(if any),will be evaluated along with the other information received in connection with your application. Except as otherwise required by law, a criminal conviction will not necessarily disqualify you from the position. The nature of the offense, the date of the offense, the surrounding circumstances, and the relevance of the offense to the position applied for may, however, be considered.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

The City of Pacific Grove does not participate in Social Security.

The duration of the eligibility list is 14 months unless abolished by Human Resources. Eligibility lists established from this recruitment may be used for full-time, part-time and limited term positions.

Full-time employees are eligible for all benefits listed below. Less than full-time employees may be eligible for pro-rated benefits depending on the bi-weekly hours worked.

Health Insurance : Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage offered to employees and dependents.

Life Insurance : $75,000 death benefit

Supplemental Short Term and Long Term Disability Plans

Participation in State Disability Insurance

Holidays : Paid Holidays and floating holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flexible Spending Accounts : Voluntary health care or dependent care flexible spending accounts

PERS Retirement : Employer / Employee shared contributions.

Deferred Compensation Plan : Voluntary participation in a 457 deferred compensation plan with up to $100 per pay period employer match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The City does not participate in Social Security except for the mandatory Medicare Program

Benefits are subject to change and do not constitute a contract.

As part of the application and recruitment process, you are required to complete this supplemental questionnaire. Your completed responses to the supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated to determine your qualifications and must be completed properly in order to be given full consideration for the next phase in the selection process. Additionally, your responses will also be evaluated and used in the selection process in order to identify the best qualified applicants. Only the best and most suitably qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the oral interviews. Responses should be thorough and specific. A lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. Clarity of expression, content, experience, grammar, spelling and the ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process.Information provided in your responses to the supplemental questionnaire regarding your employment experiences should also be detailed in the Work Experience section of the application for this recruitment. Please be sure to list all employers and required information, on your application, especially if you are referencing those employers in your responses to the supplemental questions.Do not answer any question by indicating "see attached resume" in your responses to the questions; a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for properly completed responses.Do you understand the above statement?

Are you certified as a professional engineer in the State of California

Do you have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or similar degree?

How many years of full-time professional civil engineering experience do you have?

1 - 4 years

5 - 7 years

8 - 10 years

10 years plus

Describe your experience as a civil engineer in public infrastructure, transportation, or utility projects. Please include the types of projects you have managed (e.g., roads, bridges, wastewater treatment, etc.), their scope, and any challenges you overcame during project implementation.

Describe your project management experience including integrations with contractors. Include in your response, years of experience with project management, the agency you worked for and who were your key stakeholders?

California's public works projects are governed by a number of state-specific laws and regulations. Can you explain your knowledge and experience with California's Public Contract Code, including how it impacts bidding, contracting, and project execution?

Describe your understanding of California's California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and how you have ensured that projects comply with its requirements. Provide an example of a project where CEQA review was a significant part of your project's planning and development.

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