Sacramento County, CA
Principal Engineer/Architect
Sacramento County, CA, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
The PositionPrincipal Engineer/Architect performs a variety of professional engineering and/or architectural activities in connection with the planning, design, construction, alteration, code enforcement, surveying, testing of materials, contract administration and/or management of public works projects, including, but not limited to, buildings and other structures; streets, highways and bridges; sewer, water, and drainage pipeline systems; water supply; wastewater treatment; solid waste management; airports and parks; and site improvements.
Principal Engineer/Architect is a management level class requiring a high degree of professional skill and knowledge in planning, administering, evaluating complex engineering/architectural programs such as engineering and/or architectural studies and related environmental documentation, administration and management of construction contracts; inspection of facilities and installations; contract preparation and review; project funding; site suitability studies; and review of legal descriptions of real property. Most Principal Engineer/Architects manage/supervise an organization of large size composed primarily of engineers/architects and which may include a number of technical and administrative occupations. A few Principal Engineer/Architect positions may not involve the supervisory responsibilities normally associated with this class, but may have significant responsibility for a County-wide program that impacts on many County Departments and Agencies and/or other jurisdictions. Positions in this class may also plan, organize, direct and coordinate the activities of engineering/architectural consultants.
Examples of Knowledge and AbilitiesKnowledge of
Engineering and/or architectural procedures and principles pertinent to the specific job
Principles and techniques of human resources management, and supervision to include team dynamics, team building, leadership, mentoring, etc.
Principles and practices of public administration, organization, and management
Budget preparation and monitoring
Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to the program and their funding
Contract preparation, negotiation and administration
Contracts and legal relationships between owner, consultant, contractor, and subcontractor
Planning for public works facilities
Plans and specification requirements
Facilities design
Strength, properties, and the use of materials in construction
Construction administration and management
Safety requirements
Building Design Option
Principles and practices applicable to the structure evaluation and design of complex buildings and structures
Effective space utilization
Principles and practices applicable to the understanding and implementation of architectural and engineering design techniques of complex buildings and spaces
Construction practices
Drafting principles and techniques
Interrelationship between human and environmental factors as they apply to building design
Principles and practices applicable to the evaluation and design of complex buildings and structures
Construction code requirements including, but not limited to, occupancy safety, fire resistive construction, approved standards, building systems, and State disability accessibility requirement
Building permit procedures used by local governments
Building Inspection Option
Principles and practices applicable to the evaluation and design of complex buildings and structures
Construction code requirements including, but not limited to, occupancy safety, fire resistive construction, approved standards, building systems, and State disability accessibility requirements
Building permit procedures used by local governments
Sanitary Engineering Option
Biological, physical, and chemical processes involved in the treatment of wastewater
Laws and regulations relating to wastewater treatment, collection, distribution and quality control
Laws and regulations relating to environmental issues such as wastewater treatment, environmental permit requirements, hazardous waste, air pollution, etc.
Principles and practices applicable to heavy mechanical equipment, control and instrumentation systems, and electrical systems used at industrial facilities
Construction Management Option
Principles and practices applicable to the evaluation and design of complex buildings and structures, including bridge; waste-water treatment and pumping plants; potable water systems; roads; water, sewer, and drainage pipeline systems; parks; airports; and other works facilities
Construction code requirements including, but not limited to, occupancy, safety, fire resistive construction, approved standards, building systems, and the State disability accessibility requirements
Construction administration and management techniques and practices
Legal and regulatory requirements related to construction management
Principals of performing constructability reviews
Ability to
Plan, supervise, direct and coordinate the work of a multiple disciplinary professional, technical and/or administrative staff
Evaluate complex engineering and architectural design and consulting work
Review plans and specifications and recognize needed changes prior to approval
Prepare complete and comprehensive budget
Analyze statistical and financial records and reports
Analyze engineering and managerial problems and work out effective solutions
Maintain effective collaborative working relationships
Effectively represent the department to other organizations – other County departments, other counties, cities, districts, State and Federal organizations, public interest groups
Make effective oral and written presentations concerning policy questions/engineering problems, alternatives, conclusions, and recommendations
Employment QualificationsMinimum Qualifications
Either: 1.Current possession of a valid certificate of registration as an engineer or architect in the State of California.
AND
Four years of full-time experience in Sacramento County in the class of Associate Civil Engineer, Associate Mechanical Engineer, Associate Electrical Engineer, Associate Engineer/Architect or higher or in the class of Senior Instrumentation and Control Systems Engineer. A Masters Degree in an engineering discipline or in architecture may be substituted for one year of this experience.
Or: 2.Current possession of a valid certificate of registration as an Engineer or Architect in the State of California
AND
Four years of full-time experience as a registered Engineer or Architect performing duties which have included difficult and complex engineering or architectural projects. The projects must have provided significant involvement with budget preparation or monitoring of project expenditures; principles and techniques of human resources management and supervision; Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to the programs and their funding; and interface with other coordinating organizations and regulatory jurisdictions. A Masters Degree in an engineering discipline or in architecture may be substituted for one year of this experience.
Note:
If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.
Special Requirements
Driver's License: A valid Driver's License, Class C or higher, is required prior to appointment to all positions in this class series.
Note:
(1) Failure to maintain a valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4.
(2) Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Certificates/licenses: Per Assembly Bill 717, positions assigned to the Building Inspection Division are required to obtain a certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County, within two years of date of hire or assignment.
Some positions in this class series require incumbents to complete one year of verifiable experience in the appropriate field, and one year thereafter, to obtain certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County.
Any person currently and continuously employed by the County as an inspector, plans examiner or building official, for not less than two years prior to January 1, 1996, is exempt from the certification requirements as outlined above.
In addition, persons appointed to this class might be required to complete a minimum of 45 hours of continuing education every three years. The County may determine appropriate providers of continuing education such as community colleges or organizations affiliated with code enforcement.
Note:
Failure to meet the required certification requirements may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Work hours: frequent: working in excess of 40 hours a week; occasional: working irregular hours, particularly during emergency situations.
Emotional/psychological: frequent: having public contact, making decisions effecting health and safety of employees/residents, responding to changing priorities.
Visual: Frequent: good overall vision, reading, close-up work, and peripheral vision. Some positions require the ability to discern the full spectrum of colors.
Hearing: frequent: hearing normal speech and on the telephone.
Talking: frequent: talking in person and on the telephone.
Mobility: frequent: performing keyboard operations and sitting for long periods; occasional: walking on uneven terrain at construction sites, etc.
Probationary Period:
The probationary period for this classification is
twelve (12)
months.
Application and Testing InformationAPPLICATION
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by
5:00 PM
on the posted cut-off date.
County of Sacramento
Department of Personnel Services
Employment Services Division
700 H Street, Room 4667
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service
Email
EmployOffice@Saccounty.net
Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667
www.SacCountyJobs.net
Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date.
Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.
A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response.
Note:
Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.
Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification.
Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question.
If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely.
Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question.
If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.
For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted.
If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.
FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%)
All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination.
This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job.
All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.
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Principal Engineer/Architect is a management level class requiring a high degree of professional skill and knowledge in planning, administering, evaluating complex engineering/architectural programs such as engineering and/or architectural studies and related environmental documentation, administration and management of construction contracts; inspection of facilities and installations; contract preparation and review; project funding; site suitability studies; and review of legal descriptions of real property. Most Principal Engineer/Architects manage/supervise an organization of large size composed primarily of engineers/architects and which may include a number of technical and administrative occupations. A few Principal Engineer/Architect positions may not involve the supervisory responsibilities normally associated with this class, but may have significant responsibility for a County-wide program that impacts on many County Departments and Agencies and/or other jurisdictions. Positions in this class may also plan, organize, direct and coordinate the activities of engineering/architectural consultants.
Examples of Knowledge and AbilitiesKnowledge of
Engineering and/or architectural procedures and principles pertinent to the specific job
Principles and techniques of human resources management, and supervision to include team dynamics, team building, leadership, mentoring, etc.
Principles and practices of public administration, organization, and management
Budget preparation and monitoring
Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to the program and their funding
Contract preparation, negotiation and administration
Contracts and legal relationships between owner, consultant, contractor, and subcontractor
Planning for public works facilities
Plans and specification requirements
Facilities design
Strength, properties, and the use of materials in construction
Construction administration and management
Safety requirements
Building Design Option
Principles and practices applicable to the structure evaluation and design of complex buildings and structures
Effective space utilization
Principles and practices applicable to the understanding and implementation of architectural and engineering design techniques of complex buildings and spaces
Construction practices
Drafting principles and techniques
Interrelationship between human and environmental factors as they apply to building design
Principles and practices applicable to the evaluation and design of complex buildings and structures
Construction code requirements including, but not limited to, occupancy safety, fire resistive construction, approved standards, building systems, and State disability accessibility requirement
Building permit procedures used by local governments
Building Inspection Option
Principles and practices applicable to the evaluation and design of complex buildings and structures
Construction code requirements including, but not limited to, occupancy safety, fire resistive construction, approved standards, building systems, and State disability accessibility requirements
Building permit procedures used by local governments
Sanitary Engineering Option
Biological, physical, and chemical processes involved in the treatment of wastewater
Laws and regulations relating to wastewater treatment, collection, distribution and quality control
Laws and regulations relating to environmental issues such as wastewater treatment, environmental permit requirements, hazardous waste, air pollution, etc.
Principles and practices applicable to heavy mechanical equipment, control and instrumentation systems, and electrical systems used at industrial facilities
Construction Management Option
Principles and practices applicable to the evaluation and design of complex buildings and structures, including bridge; waste-water treatment and pumping plants; potable water systems; roads; water, sewer, and drainage pipeline systems; parks; airports; and other works facilities
Construction code requirements including, but not limited to, occupancy, safety, fire resistive construction, approved standards, building systems, and the State disability accessibility requirements
Construction administration and management techniques and practices
Legal and regulatory requirements related to construction management
Principals of performing constructability reviews
Ability to
Plan, supervise, direct and coordinate the work of a multiple disciplinary professional, technical and/or administrative staff
Evaluate complex engineering and architectural design and consulting work
Review plans and specifications and recognize needed changes prior to approval
Prepare complete and comprehensive budget
Analyze statistical and financial records and reports
Analyze engineering and managerial problems and work out effective solutions
Maintain effective collaborative working relationships
Effectively represent the department to other organizations – other County departments, other counties, cities, districts, State and Federal organizations, public interest groups
Make effective oral and written presentations concerning policy questions/engineering problems, alternatives, conclusions, and recommendations
Employment QualificationsMinimum Qualifications
Either: 1.Current possession of a valid certificate of registration as an engineer or architect in the State of California.
AND
Four years of full-time experience in Sacramento County in the class of Associate Civil Engineer, Associate Mechanical Engineer, Associate Electrical Engineer, Associate Engineer/Architect or higher or in the class of Senior Instrumentation and Control Systems Engineer. A Masters Degree in an engineering discipline or in architecture may be substituted for one year of this experience.
Or: 2.Current possession of a valid certificate of registration as an Engineer or Architect in the State of California
AND
Four years of full-time experience as a registered Engineer or Architect performing duties which have included difficult and complex engineering or architectural projects. The projects must have provided significant involvement with budget preparation or monitoring of project expenditures; principles and techniques of human resources management and supervision; Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to the programs and their funding; and interface with other coordinating organizations and regulatory jurisdictions. A Masters Degree in an engineering discipline or in architecture may be substituted for one year of this experience.
Note:
If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.
Special Requirements
Driver's License: A valid Driver's License, Class C or higher, is required prior to appointment to all positions in this class series.
Note:
(1) Failure to maintain a valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4.
(2) Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Certificates/licenses: Per Assembly Bill 717, positions assigned to the Building Inspection Division are required to obtain a certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County, within two years of date of hire or assignment.
Some positions in this class series require incumbents to complete one year of verifiable experience in the appropriate field, and one year thereafter, to obtain certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County.
Any person currently and continuously employed by the County as an inspector, plans examiner or building official, for not less than two years prior to January 1, 1996, is exempt from the certification requirements as outlined above.
In addition, persons appointed to this class might be required to complete a minimum of 45 hours of continuing education every three years. The County may determine appropriate providers of continuing education such as community colleges or organizations affiliated with code enforcement.
Note:
Failure to meet the required certification requirements may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Work hours: frequent: working in excess of 40 hours a week; occasional: working irregular hours, particularly during emergency situations.
Emotional/psychological: frequent: having public contact, making decisions effecting health and safety of employees/residents, responding to changing priorities.
Visual: Frequent: good overall vision, reading, close-up work, and peripheral vision. Some positions require the ability to discern the full spectrum of colors.
Hearing: frequent: hearing normal speech and on the telephone.
Talking: frequent: talking in person and on the telephone.
Mobility: frequent: performing keyboard operations and sitting for long periods; occasional: walking on uneven terrain at construction sites, etc.
Probationary Period:
The probationary period for this classification is
twelve (12)
months.
Application and Testing InformationAPPLICATION
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by
5:00 PM
on the posted cut-off date.
County of Sacramento
Department of Personnel Services
Employment Services Division
700 H Street, Room 4667
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service
EmployOffice@Saccounty.net
Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667
www.SacCountyJobs.net
Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date.
Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.
A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response.
Note:
Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.
Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification.
Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question.
If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely.
Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question.
If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.
For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted.
If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.
FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%)
All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination.
This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job.
All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.
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