City of Stockton, CA
Associate Civil Engineer - Extended Deadline
City of Stockton, CA, Stockton, CA, United States
Salary : $102,332.40 - $131,373.12 Annually
Location : City of Stockton, CA
Job Type: Full-Time (Regular)
Job Number: 1124-07085 (ACE)
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 11/25/2024
Closing Date: 1/13/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
DEFINITION
OPEN/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY
FUTURE SALARY INCREASES:
TENTATIVE EXAMINATION DATE: TBD Candidates must appear in person for the examination)
The City of Stockton is seeking to fill a vacancy in our Public Works Department for the position of Associate Civil Engineer. Under general supervision, performs a variety of professional civil engineering or surveying field and office work of a routine to complex nature, including development review, design and/or inspection of public works projects, and design and modification of traffic control devices; may develop recommendations for coordinating traffic improvement projects; performs related duties as assigned. Associate Engineer/Associate Civil Engineer/Associate Traffic Engineer may direct the work of subordinate staff engaged in technical and professional engineering and/or surveying duties such as field and office engineering design of capital improvement projects; surveying work; preparation of complex engineering specifications and legal descriptions, contract compliance, design, installation, maintenance and analysis of traffic planning and traffic control programs, and/or related duties. If selected to fill a vacancy, incumbents will work a City of Stockton 9/80 schedule: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fridays, with alternating Fridays off.
Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to submit to and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting and a medical examination which includes a back evaluation.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a deep class in which incumbents may be assigned to any level, provided that they possess the required education, license and experience, and successfully demonstrate proficiency which meets the qualifications for the class to which they are to be assigned. In addition, incumbents may be assigned to a comparable level in the Project Manager series, Public Works Inspector class, or Survey Supervisor class, provided that they possess the required education, license, and experience and successfully demonstrate proficiency which meets the qualifications for the class to which they are to be assigned. This class is distinguished from the Senior Civil Engineer in that the latter has overall responsibility for a section of the Engineering Division.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only)
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
Associate Civil Engineer: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a closely related field and two (2) years of engineering experience in design, development review, construction or traffic engineering work at a level equivalent to the City's Assistant Engineer or Assistant Civil Engineer class. Must also possess a valid California registration as a Professional Civil Engineer.
OR
Possession of a valid California registration as a Professional Civil Engineer and eight (8) years experience in design, development review, construction or traffic engineering work, two (2) years of which shall have been at a level equivalent to the City's Assistant Engineer or Assistant Civil Engineer class. Possession of an Associate of Arts degree or completion of sixty semester hours or equivalent quarter hours from an accredited college or university with major course work in a pre-engineering or closely related curriculum may be substituted for two years of the experience.
Other Requirements:
The Examination:
Applicants who qualify in terms of relevant work experience and education, that best meet the needs of the City, will be invited to participate in the examination process, which may include a written and/or practical examination weighted 100%. However, the City reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods if deemed necessary. Candidates must receive a minimum passing score of 70%, as determined by the relative performance of all candidates in all portions of the examination. In the event of identical ratings, candidates' names will be arranged in order of application date/time, and, if the same, then arranged alphabetically.
The information in this announcement concerning the terms and conditions of employment does not constitute either an express or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change.
Notes:
This position is subject to the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) annual filing requirements. Please see the FCCP website, www.fppc.ca.gov,for more information.
BARGAINING UNIT: SUPERVISORY
NOTE: Employee Benefits are subject to change through the collective bargaining process and are not guaranteed. For a detailed explanation of benefits currently in effect,
01
The Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the examination process; accordingly, it should be completed carefully. It must be submitted with your official employment application. Do not indicate "see resume" as an answer to any of these questions.
Education/Licensure & Experience:
Please indicate below how you qualify for the position of Associate Civil Engineer: This must be detailed on the education and work history section of the application or your application may be rejected.
03
Proof of Education:If you indicated in Question #2 you qualify under Pattern I or Pattern II you must provide proof of your degree or units completed.To verify that you meet the educational requirement, you must submit a copy of your degree or unofficial transcript by the final filing date. You must submit a copy of your degree or unofficial transcript by one of the following methods:
1) Scan/attach to the online application (preferred method); or
2) Email to recruitment@stocktonca.gov (Include "Associate Civil Engineer" in the subject line of your email.)
04
Verification of Education:
If offered this position, you will be required to submit an "official transcript" validating your level of college education.
05
*ACCREDITATION:
Accredited colleges or universities are those that have been examined by a third-party accrediting agency to ensure acceptable levels of quality. Accreditation ensures that a degree obtained outside of the United States is equivalent to a degree obtained within the United States. The City of Stockton requires degrees from educational institutions that have been accredited by a national or regional accrediting agency in the United States that is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and/or U.S. Department of Education as a "reliable authority as to the quality of postsecondary education." If you have received your postsecondary education from an institution that may not be accredited in the United States, it is your responsibility to provide proof of U.S. accreditation by the closing date and time of this recruitment. You may contact the City of Stockton Human Resources office for an illustrative list of organizations that evaluate foreign colleges. I understand this requirement and will provide the necessary documentation if required.
06
Professional Engineer License:This position requires you possess a valid California registration as a Professional Civil Engineer. Please list your license number in the box below.
07
Do you possess, or are you able to obtain prior to appointment, a valid California driver's license?
08
Describe your experience dealing with contractors on projects. If none, please type 'N/A' in the box below.
09
Describe your experience managing consultant contracts. If none, please type 'N/A' in the box below.
10
Describe your experience in the design and/or construction of municipal water, storm water and wastewater utility systems, including treatment plants, pumping facilities, collection systems, and distribution systems.If none, please type 'N/A' in the box below.
11
Describe your experience in project management, including oversight of budget, schedule, and scope. If none, please type 'N/A' in the box below.
12
Describe your experience in preparing cost estimates and written documents such as memos, letters, and engineering reports. If none, please type 'N/A' in the box below.
13
Incumbents in this position must be willing to work out of doors in all weather conditions and possess the physical strength to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 60 pounds. You will be required to successfully pass a back evaluation. Do you understand and meet this requirement?
Required Question
Location : City of Stockton, CA
Job Type: Full-Time (Regular)
Job Number: 1124-07085 (ACE)
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 11/25/2024
Closing Date: 1/13/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
DEFINITION
OPEN/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY
FUTURE SALARY INCREASES:
- Effective July 1, 2025, 3% Cost of Living Adjustment
- Employees employed as of July 1, 2025 will receive a $2,000 lump sum.
- Sign on Bonus - $2,000
- 40 hours of sick leave for immediate use
TENTATIVE EXAMINATION DATE: TBD Candidates must appear in person for the examination)
The City of Stockton is seeking to fill a vacancy in our Public Works Department for the position of Associate Civil Engineer. Under general supervision, performs a variety of professional civil engineering or surveying field and office work of a routine to complex nature, including development review, design and/or inspection of public works projects, and design and modification of traffic control devices; may develop recommendations for coordinating traffic improvement projects; performs related duties as assigned. Associate Engineer/Associate Civil Engineer/Associate Traffic Engineer may direct the work of subordinate staff engaged in technical and professional engineering and/or surveying duties such as field and office engineering design of capital improvement projects; surveying work; preparation of complex engineering specifications and legal descriptions, contract compliance, design, installation, maintenance and analysis of traffic planning and traffic control programs, and/or related duties. If selected to fill a vacancy, incumbents will work a City of Stockton 9/80 schedule: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fridays, with alternating Fridays off.
Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to submit to and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting and a medical examination which includes a back evaluation.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a deep class in which incumbents may be assigned to any level, provided that they possess the required education, license and experience, and successfully demonstrate proficiency which meets the qualifications for the class to which they are to be assigned. In addition, incumbents may be assigned to a comparable level in the Project Manager series, Public Works Inspector class, or Survey Supervisor class, provided that they possess the required education, license, and experience and successfully demonstrate proficiency which meets the qualifications for the class to which they are to be assigned. This class is distinguished from the Senior Civil Engineer in that the latter has overall responsibility for a section of the Engineering Division.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only)
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
Associate Civil Engineer: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a closely related field and two (2) years of engineering experience in design, development review, construction or traffic engineering work at a level equivalent to the City's Assistant Engineer or Assistant Civil Engineer class. Must also possess a valid California registration as a Professional Civil Engineer.
OR
Possession of a valid California registration as a Professional Civil Engineer and eight (8) years experience in design, development review, construction or traffic engineering work, two (2) years of which shall have been at a level equivalent to the City's Assistant Engineer or Assistant Civil Engineer class. Possession of an Associate of Arts degree or completion of sixty semester hours or equivalent quarter hours from an accredited college or university with major course work in a pre-engineering or closely related curriculum may be substituted for two years of the experience.
Other Requirements:
- Must possess a valid California driver's license.
- Specified positions may require a willingness to work out of doors in all weather conditions and physical strength to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 60 pounds.
The Examination:
Applicants who qualify in terms of relevant work experience and education, that best meet the needs of the City, will be invited to participate in the examination process, which may include a written and/or practical examination weighted 100%. However, the City reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods if deemed necessary. Candidates must receive a minimum passing score of 70%, as determined by the relative performance of all candidates in all portions of the examination. In the event of identical ratings, candidates' names will be arranged in order of application date/time, and, if the same, then arranged alphabetically.
The information in this announcement concerning the terms and conditions of employment does not constitute either an express or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change.
Notes:
- After on-line submittal, immediate notification will appear on your screen indicating your application has been received. Please print this notice as proof of filing.
- Notification and correspondence will be sent via email only. No paper notices will be mailed to applicants. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure a correct email address is provided and that correspondence is being received.
- NeoGov.com: You will receive correspondence via the e-mail address you placed on your application. Some e-mail accounts have been known to place these e-mails in the spam/junk file. Please check your e-mail folders or accept e-mails ending with neogov.com.
This position is subject to the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) annual filing requirements. Please see the FCCP website, www.fppc.ca.gov,for more information.
BARGAINING UNIT: SUPERVISORY
NOTE: Employee Benefits are subject to change through the collective bargaining process and are not guaranteed. For a detailed explanation of benefits currently in effect,
01
The Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the examination process; accordingly, it should be completed carefully. It must be submitted with your official employment application. Do not indicate "see resume" as an answer to any of these questions.
- I certify that the information provided is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.
Education/Licensure & Experience:
Please indicate below how you qualify for the position of Associate Civil Engineer: This must be detailed on the education and work history section of the application or your application may be rejected.
- Pattern I: BA/BS with major course work in civil engineering or a closely related field AND a minimum of two (2) years of engineering experience AND California registration as a Professional Civil Engineer.
- Pattern II: AA/AS or completion of 60 semester units or equivalent quarter hours with major course work in pre-engineering or a closely related curriculum AND four (4) years of engineering experience AND California registration as a Professional Civil Engineer.
- Pattern III: Possession of a valid California registration as a Professional Civil Engineer AND six (6) years of engineering experience.
- I do not qualify under any of the above listed patterns.
03
Proof of Education:If you indicated in Question #2 you qualify under Pattern I or Pattern II you must provide proof of your degree or units completed.To verify that you meet the educational requirement, you must submit a copy of your degree or unofficial transcript by the final filing date. You must submit a copy of your degree or unofficial transcript by one of the following methods:
1) Scan/attach to the online application (preferred method); or
2) Email to recruitment@stocktonca.gov (Include "Associate Civil Engineer" in the subject line of your email.)
- I understand that I must comply with this statement. Furthermore, I understand that failure to submit the required documents by the stated deadline will result in rejection of my application
04
Verification of Education:
If offered this position, you will be required to submit an "official transcript" validating your level of college education.
- If offered employment, I understand the above and will submit an "official transcript" upon request.
05
*ACCREDITATION:
Accredited colleges or universities are those that have been examined by a third-party accrediting agency to ensure acceptable levels of quality. Accreditation ensures that a degree obtained outside of the United States is equivalent to a degree obtained within the United States. The City of Stockton requires degrees from educational institutions that have been accredited by a national or regional accrediting agency in the United States that is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and/or U.S. Department of Education as a "reliable authority as to the quality of postsecondary education." If you have received your postsecondary education from an institution that may not be accredited in the United States, it is your responsibility to provide proof of U.S. accreditation by the closing date and time of this recruitment. You may contact the City of Stockton Human Resources office for an illustrative list of organizations that evaluate foreign colleges. I understand this requirement and will provide the necessary documentation if required.
- I understand this requirement and will provide the necessary documentation if required.
06
Professional Engineer License:This position requires you possess a valid California registration as a Professional Civil Engineer. Please list your license number in the box below.
07
Do you possess, or are you able to obtain prior to appointment, a valid California driver's license?
- Yes
- No
08
Describe your experience dealing with contractors on projects. If none, please type 'N/A' in the box below.
09
Describe your experience managing consultant contracts. If none, please type 'N/A' in the box below.
10
Describe your experience in the design and/or construction of municipal water, storm water and wastewater utility systems, including treatment plants, pumping facilities, collection systems, and distribution systems.If none, please type 'N/A' in the box below.
11
Describe your experience in project management, including oversight of budget, schedule, and scope. If none, please type 'N/A' in the box below.
12
Describe your experience in preparing cost estimates and written documents such as memos, letters, and engineering reports. If none, please type 'N/A' in the box below.
13
Incumbents in this position must be willing to work out of doors in all weather conditions and possess the physical strength to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 60 pounds. You will be required to successfully pass a back evaluation. Do you understand and meet this requirement?
- Yes
- No
Required Question