Assistant Civil Engineer

DEFINITION
Under direction, to perform professional civil engineering work in the planning, design, technical investigation, and construction of projects in the areas of public works, transportation, capital improvements and structural engineering; to provide staff assistance to the Director of Public Services and others on complex issues or projects; and to perform related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED 
Incumbents report to the Director of Public Services or designee and may provide direction and training to personnel.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is the journey level classification in the series not requiring registration as a professional engineer.  Incumbents perform the moderately difficult professional engineering work in civil engineering and receive general direction from the Director of Public Services or other management and supervisory staff. Incumbents may have responsibility for technical or functional supervision of assigned subordinate staff.ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Participates in the preparation of plans and specifications for the construction of streets, storm drains, street lighting, traffic signals, buildings and related public works and City building projects; researches project design requirements; performs calculations and prepares estimates of material costs and time considerations.
• Researches publications and industry information sources.
• Develops and revises design and construction standards.
• Participates in the implementation of the City’s traffic and transportation engineering programs; prepares and revises plans and specifications for traffic related projects; prepares special studies and reports and coordinates major projects.
• Investigates field problems affecting property owners, contractors, and maintenance operations.
• Prepares estimates and feasibility reports for new or modified services and structures.
• Administers contracts and may assist with inspection services and project management for construction and maintenance projects. 
• Participates in the plan check, review and processing of plans for private developments affecting streets, sewers, drains and related public works facilities and ensures that they meet all City imposed requirements.
• Prepares special engineering studies and reports.
• Coordinates planning, design, and construction activities with other City departments, divisions, and sections, and with outside agencies.
• Attends various staff and regional technical advisory meetings.
• Provides technical and professional assistance/support to other City departments and divisions, Planning Commission, and City Council as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
A typical way of gaining the knowledge and skills outlined above is:
 
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in civil engineering or a closely related field;


Possession of a current Engineer-in-Training Certificate, issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers, and

One (1) year of professional civil engineering experience.
 
Licenses and Certifications

• A valid California Class C driver license or higher with a satisfactory driving record is required at the time of appointment.  Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.  

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS 

• While always welcome, a resume will not be accepted in lieu of an official City application. The application must be completed in its entirety (including any supplemental questions). 
• All required documents must be attached to the application; missing documents may be submitted until the final filing date. Human Resources will not accept documents after the final filing date. For a degree to be considered, the degree or transcripts must be attached to the application.
• Applicants will be screened against the minimum qualifications and then the desired qualifications. Those who qualify may be further screened to identify the best qualified candidates.
• Candidates must pass LiveScan background check prior to appointment. 
• This job classification requires a pre-employment medical screening which includes testing for drugs, including but not limited to marijuana; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer.
  
  

The City of Rocklin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. 

Salary : $80,476 - $109,680