What are the responsibilities and job description for the EXH Special - Engineering Intern position at County of Santa Barbara?
Pay Scale: $17.00 - $23.00 per hour
Description: Under close supervision and mentorship an Engineering Intern will perform basic paraprofessional civil engineering work in one or more of the following areas:
Roadway design I Field measurements and testing I Structure design/inspection/reporting I Surveying I Database management I Hydrology I Construction engineering and inspection I Traffic Engineering I Permits I Wastewater collection/treatment/disposal I Recycled water
The internship provides exposure to the public sector engineering field and responsibilities in the area of maintaining, expanding and building public infrastructure. Applicants with interest and expertise in any of the above areas are highly encouraged to apply. Interns may work at either one of our Santa Barbara or Santa Maria offices.
Distinguishing Characteristics: Interns are extra-help, at-will employees of the County. The County assigns a mentor to each intern that is responsible for providing work opportunities, mock interview practice, professional feedback, and general guidance throughout the intern’s tenure with the County. Work is regularly monitored and incumbents perform work as instructed and are directed to seek advice as needed.
Roadway design I Field measurements and testing I Structure design/inspection/reporting I Surveying I Database management I Hydrology I Construction engineering and inspection I Traffic Engineering I Permits I Wastewater collection/treatment/disposal I Recycled water
The internship provides exposure to the public sector engineering field and responsibilities in the area of maintaining, expanding and building public infrastructure. Applicants with interest and expertise in any of the above areas are highly encouraged to apply. Interns may work at either one of our Santa Barbara or Santa Maria offices.
Distinguishing Characteristics: Interns are extra-help, at-will employees of the County. The County assigns a mentor to each intern that is responsible for providing work opportunities, mock interview practice, professional feedback, and general guidance throughout the intern’s tenure with the County. Work is regularly monitored and incumbents perform work as instructed and are directed to seek advice as needed.
- Prepares simple maps, records, graphs, and drawings/details
- Assists staff with field surveying and collecting field data for topographic surveys.
- Performs simple drafting and engineering office work; operates a computer using a variety of software, including CAD, database management, ArcGIS, and spreadsheet programs.
- Assists staff with preparation of traffic control plans and permit applications for right-of-way encroachments.
- Performs field measurements and tests such as asphalt/concrete coring
- Assists with bridge field inspections, processing reports, and maintaining the bridge database. Assists with minor structure calculations, detail drafting, and quantity calculations.
- Helps coordinate construction activities with property owners, utility companies, contractors, other government representatives, and the public.
- Prepare and staff outreach meetings with the public, stakeholders, and elected officials.
- Prepare reports and grant applications for local, state, and federal transportation grant programs.
- Coordinate with County departments, local advocacy groups, and the public on existing and planned pedestrian, bicycle, safe-route-to-schools, and transit projects in the region.
- Assists project managers with other administrative tasks as needed.
- Reviews sewer collection video inspections, prepares plans, and assists with various projects for the Laguna County Sanitation District, part of Resource Recovery Waste Management Division.
Ability to: Make arithmetical computations; prepare accurate and neat calculations and drawings/ records; Draft/Design in CAD (desirable); follow oral and written instructions; learn to input, access, and analyze data; perform manual tasks under a variety of conditions; and establish and maintain effective, respectful relationships with others.Application Procedure: Interested applicants should complete the questionnaire and submit it along with a resume and cover letter to the Public Works contact listed below. Candidates will be considered on a rolling basis as positions are available.
Disaster Service Worker: Pursuant to Governmental code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.
Statement of Commitment
The County of Santa Barbara is dedicated to cultivating and sustaining an environment that exhibits equity and inclusion everywhere, and at all levels of our organization. The County believes equity is a fundamental principle that must be imbedded in policies, institutional practices and systems. The County recognizes the negative impacts of systemic racism and is committed to eliminating the barriers affecting our Black, Latinx, Indigenous, and Asian community members, as well as people of other diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. We envision a world where society and its systems (e.g. education, criminal justice, and health care, housing the economy) are just, fair, and inclusive, enabling all people to participate and reach their full potential.
We celebrate community and employee diversity, strive for inclusion and belonging, and promote empowered participation. We aspire to build a workforce that is reflective of these values and the communities we serve. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will resolutely uphold federal, California state law and/or Santa Barbara County ordinances.
We believe equity and inclusion are vital to fulfill the County’s mission and to embody a culture of “One County, One Future.” Expanding the full range of employee talent allows the County to deliver our best to all our community members.
We believe in the dignity and humanity of all people. We strive for a healthy and prosperous society that promotes all people having equitable access and opportunity.
Public Works Contact:
Intern Selection Team
Attn: Ashley Kruzel
akruzel@countyofsb.org
805.568.3064
APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: Friday, January 31, 2025 at 5:00 PM PST. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at: www.sbcountyjobs.com.
Salary : $17 - $23
