What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Engineer position at Orange County, CA?
Salary : $126,048.00 - $144,352.00 Annually
Location : Orange County
Job Type : Full-Time Regular
Job Number : 1815GE-0824-299 (O)
Department : OC Waste & Recycling
Opening Date : 09 / 17 / 2024
Closing Date : 2 / 19 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific
CAREER DESCRIPTION
CIVIL ENGINEER
In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates :
Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
This recruitment will establish an Open eligible list that will be used to fill current and future Civil Engineer positions. The eligible list established may also be used to fill position in similar and / or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.
This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open until 11 : 59pm on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 . Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.
THE AGENCY (OCWR) provides waste management services, protects the environment, and promotes recycling in order to ensure a safe and healthy community for current and future generations. OCWR operates three active regional landfills, four household hazardous waste collection centers, monitors 21 closed landfills, and administers municipal solid waste collection, recycling and planning for County unincorporated areas. OCWR is a nationally renowned waste management department and is committed to its exceptional record of regulatory compliance and excellence.
THE PROGRAM
Planning & Renewable Energy (P&RE) - P&RE, located at headquarters in Santa Ana, is responsible for compliance and cost-effective solid waste disposal and resource recovery operations by providing planning, strategies, standards, and tools for compliance systems, operational optimization, and energy conversion. In addition, P&RE manages all renewable energy developments and contracts at OCWR.
Regulatory Support Unit (RS) - RS, located at headquarters in Santa Ana, is responsible for regulatory compliant operation of solid waste disposal and resource recovery facilities by providing departmental permitting, reporting, and regulatory coordination services, primarily in the areas of solid waste, water, and air regulations.
Prima Deshecha Landfill (South Region) - The South Region Engineering team provides support for regulatory compliance and operations at the active Prima Deshecha Landfill located in San Juan Capistrano, as well as three closed landfills located in Irvine and Newport Beach. South Region Engineering team also supports waste management activities, monitoring environmental controls, and the design and review of engineering plans as OCWR continues to maintain its exceptional regulatory record. In addition, the South Region is also responsible for the design and construction phases of Capital Improvement Projects as the Prima Deshecha Landfill continues to operate for future generations.
THE OPPORTUNITY
There are four (4) immediate vacancies with OCWR : one (1) with Planning & Renewable Energy (P&RE), one (1) with the Regulatory Support (RS) unit, and two (2) with Prima Deshecha Landfill (South Region). All perform a variety of field and office professional civil engineering work.
Civil Engineer - P&RE (Santa Ana)
This position is primarily responsible for providing technical support to all regions regarding renewable energy program development.
Other job duties include, but are not limited to :
- Assist in the research, development, and implementation of new and / or existing conversion technology and renewable energy products
- Create and present data report regarding renewable energy generation and revenue
- Administer third-party contracts and landfill operating permits
- Provide technical support and problem-solving to internal stakeholders and external consultants regarding landfill gas collections systems
Civil Engineer - RS (Santa Ana)
This position is primarily responsible for providing regulatory support to all regions with respect to current and planned waste & recycling operations.
Other job duties include, but are not limited to :
Civil Engineer - Prima Deshecha Landfill (South Region)
These positions are based out of the Prima Deshecha Landfill located in San Juan Capistrano and provide civil engineering support to the open South Region landfill and the three closed landfills in Irvine and Newport Beach.
Other job duties include but are not limited to :
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES The ideal candidate will possess two (2) years of civil engineering experience. A master's degree in civil engineering may be substituted for one year of the required experience. In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidates will demonstrate the experience and core competencies as described below.
Technical Expertise
Problem Solving and Analytical Skills
Communication Skills
Leadership Skills
LICENSE REQUIREMENT
Possession of a valid California Driver License (Class C or higher) may be required for some assignments.
Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California Department of Consumer Affairs Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Please click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications for the Civil Engineer classification as well as the physical and mental requirements and the environmental and working conditions.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified applicants. After screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.
Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click to review the policy.
Application Screening (Refer / Non-Refer)
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.
Application Appraisal | HR Review Rating (Weighted 100%) :
An Application Appraisal conducted by HRS will thoroughly screen and evaluate all application materials for job knowledge, competencies, and related experience described above. Only the most qualified applicants will be placed on the eligible list.
Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
Eligible List
Once the assessment process has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please click to see the latest guidance for more details.
EMAIL NOTIFICATION
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE : User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam / junk folders, and / or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com," "ocgov.com," and "ocwr.ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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For specific questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact the recruiter, John Ducksonat : (714) 834-4655 or
EEO INFORMATION
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Non-Management Benefits
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidayswe also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System
Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types / Benefits.
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The information you provide will be used to rate your qualifications for the position. Incomplete information will result in a lower rating. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing these questions. Please provide concise, descriptive, and detailed information when answering the question. If you do not have experience, please write "NONE" or "N / A".NOTE : 'See resume', 'See above', or copy and paste of your resume are not considered qualifying responses and will not be scored.By selecting yes below, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this application requirement.
Please select the option that best describes your qualifications for this position. Note : You must attach an official or unofficial transcript to your application in order to validate the educational substitution.
If you are substituting one (1) year of experience with education, please enter your relevant degree in the field below. If you are not substituting education for experience, please write "N / A".Note : You must attach an official or unofficial transcript to your application in order to validate the educational substitution.
Do you currently possess a valid Certificate of Registration or license as a Civil Engineer (CE) issued by the California Department of Consumer Affairs Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists?
Please provide your CE license number issued to you by the California Department of Consumer Affairs Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists. If you do not possess a valid CE license, please write "N / A".
Please describe your experience as a Civil Engineer. In your response, please include your years of experience, organization(s) you obtained the experience from, and your responsibilities.
Please describe your experience working in the solid waste management industry, including your specific role or capacity and functions performed. If you do not have this experience, please write "N / A".
Please describe your experience working with regulatory agencies to ensure organizational compliance with laws and regulations. If you do not have this experience, please write "N / A".
Please describe your experience with regulatory compliance. Specify the regulatory agencies, regulations and / or permit conditions, and your role in ensuring compliance and / or resolving compliance issues. If you do not have this experience, please write "N / A".
Please describe your experience with energy conversion and renewable energy products. If you do not have this experience, please write "N / A".
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Salary : $126,048 - $144,352
