City of Escondido
Senior Engineer (Wastewater)
City of Escondido, Escondido, California, United States, 92025
This position is open until filled.
A first review of applications will take place during the week of August 18, 2024. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.
If you want to join a hardworking team that shares a commitment to provide top-quality municipal services in a prime North County location, consider a career with the City of Escondido. We have an opening for the position of Senior Engineer in our Utilities Department/Wastewater Division.
Under general administrative direction, supervises a division of professional and paraprofessional engineers, inspectors, and technicians; performs professional civil engineering work of a difficult and responsible nature; serves as a project or division engineer; coordinates or supervises major engineering and construction projects; serves as liaison with other City departments; and does related work as required.General Functions:Participates in the development and implementation of an efficient Capital Improvement Program; recommends projected budget requirements.Manages and participates in the selection, negotiation, and administration of consultant contracts to implement the Capital Improvement Program and other work as needed to maintain quality water and wastewater systems.Participates in the administration of Utilities Department construction contracts, payments, inspection, compliance, and quality control.Plans, coordinates, and supervises the review, plan checking, and approval of utility-related (water, wastewater, and recycled water) improvement plans for various private development projects.Prepares reports, correspondence, plans, specifications, and cost estimates of utility improvements including gravity sewers, sewer forcemains, pressure water pipes, reservoirs, pump stations, and water and wastewater treatment processes.Utilizes advanced engineering mathematics to make accurate and complete computations and studies for both pressure and open-channel hydraulic flows.Acts on behalf of the City Utilities Department in meeting with, and resolving engineering problems with, project contractors, engineers, property owners, and developers.Serves as project manager on utility engineering design and construction projects as required.Serves as senior project manager on utility engineering design and construction projects.Serves as coordinator with the Planning Department to facilitate Utility planning and construction.Assists in the preparation of departmental annual budget estimates as required.Supervises the work of a division; may supervise professional and paraprofessional level engineers, inspectors, and technicians.Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to optimize division efficiencies and effectiveness.Represents the City at Planning/Transportation Commission meetings, City Council, or other public meetings.Performs related duties as required.QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of:Application of civil engineering principles to the design, construction, and inspection of wet utilities, and related public improvements and appurtenances.Drafting and mapping principles and techniques.Surveying methods.Principles and practices of utility engineering or planning.Principles and practices of grading and drainage design and construction.Hydraulic modeling software, for both gravity and pressure conditions.Construction practices for wet utilities, including pipe and reservoir construction, placement of concrete and reinforcing steel, and water and wastewater treatment facilities.Legal and regulatory requirements governing the treatment of water, wastewater, and reclaimed water.Mathematical principles.Principles and practices of record keeping and report preparation.Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.Principles and practices of water or wastewater utility operations.Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.Ability to:Supervise and train professional and paraprofessional engineering personnel.Prepare plans, specifications, and technical reports.Prepare and write clear and comprehensive reports.Maintain records and files.Oversee and participate in the provision of a high level of customer service to internal and external customers.Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public; tactfully and courteously represent the Department during public contacts.Read and interpret maps, plans, sketches, schematics, diagrams, and blueprints.Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Establish and maintain effective relationships with other employees, outside agencies, and the general public.Education/Training:A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in engineering or a closely related field.Experience:Five years (full-time equivalent) of experience involving design, construction, inspection, and surveying of private development and public works projects, including three years (full-time equivalent) of increasingly responsible experience in water or wastewater utility administration/engineering, and increasingly responsible supervisory experience.License and Other Requirements:Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer with the State of California.Applicants must possess a valid California driver's license at the time of selection.NOTE:
For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's website.The City of Escondido is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. All applicants will be subject to fingerprint investigation before a conditional offer of employment is extended. A medical examination, along with a DRUG SCREEN will be conducted following a conditional offer of employment.SELECTION PROCEDUREApplications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to appear for testing. All positions require the ability to read, write, and speak English. Types of tests may include written and/or oral examination, physical agility, practical exam, or other appropriate job-related selection process. When testing is completed, candidates will be ranked on an eligibility list in the order of their test score. Selection for appointments is made from names certified on the eligibility list.All appointments are subject to the successful completion of background investigation including LIVESCAN fingerprinting, and will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States. Qualification by a medical examination will be required at the time of appointment. After appointment, classified employees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period to be eligible for regular status.VETERANS' PREFERENCEEligible individuals are those who meet the following criteria:Served in the U.S. armed forcesReceived an honorable dischargeDid not retire from military serviceSeeking employment with the City of Escondido for the first time.Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes
does not
qualify for veterans' preference. Proof of eligibility (copy of DD-214) must be submitted at the time of application, or later if the promulgation of the eligibility list will not be delayed. Veterans' preference credit will only be applied to eligible applicants who attained a passing grade (total score exclusive of credit) on the final open examination.ABOUT OUR CITYThe
City of Escondido
is a prominent agricultural, commercial hub and residential center of North San Diego County. Located a short 30-minute drive from the beach, the mountains, or downtown San Diego, Escondido residents enjoy the pleasure of a rural lifestyle with all the benefits of suburban living.EOEThe City of Escondido does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, or sexual orientation. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.
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A first review of applications will take place during the week of August 18, 2024. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.
If you want to join a hardworking team that shares a commitment to provide top-quality municipal services in a prime North County location, consider a career with the City of Escondido. We have an opening for the position of Senior Engineer in our Utilities Department/Wastewater Division.
Under general administrative direction, supervises a division of professional and paraprofessional engineers, inspectors, and technicians; performs professional civil engineering work of a difficult and responsible nature; serves as a project or division engineer; coordinates or supervises major engineering and construction projects; serves as liaison with other City departments; and does related work as required.General Functions:Participates in the development and implementation of an efficient Capital Improvement Program; recommends projected budget requirements.Manages and participates in the selection, negotiation, and administration of consultant contracts to implement the Capital Improvement Program and other work as needed to maintain quality water and wastewater systems.Participates in the administration of Utilities Department construction contracts, payments, inspection, compliance, and quality control.Plans, coordinates, and supervises the review, plan checking, and approval of utility-related (water, wastewater, and recycled water) improvement plans for various private development projects.Prepares reports, correspondence, plans, specifications, and cost estimates of utility improvements including gravity sewers, sewer forcemains, pressure water pipes, reservoirs, pump stations, and water and wastewater treatment processes.Utilizes advanced engineering mathematics to make accurate and complete computations and studies for both pressure and open-channel hydraulic flows.Acts on behalf of the City Utilities Department in meeting with, and resolving engineering problems with, project contractors, engineers, property owners, and developers.Serves as project manager on utility engineering design and construction projects as required.Serves as senior project manager on utility engineering design and construction projects.Serves as coordinator with the Planning Department to facilitate Utility planning and construction.Assists in the preparation of departmental annual budget estimates as required.Supervises the work of a division; may supervise professional and paraprofessional level engineers, inspectors, and technicians.Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to optimize division efficiencies and effectiveness.Represents the City at Planning/Transportation Commission meetings, City Council, or other public meetings.Performs related duties as required.QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of:Application of civil engineering principles to the design, construction, and inspection of wet utilities, and related public improvements and appurtenances.Drafting and mapping principles and techniques.Surveying methods.Principles and practices of utility engineering or planning.Principles and practices of grading and drainage design and construction.Hydraulic modeling software, for both gravity and pressure conditions.Construction practices for wet utilities, including pipe and reservoir construction, placement of concrete and reinforcing steel, and water and wastewater treatment facilities.Legal and regulatory requirements governing the treatment of water, wastewater, and reclaimed water.Mathematical principles.Principles and practices of record keeping and report preparation.Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.Principles and practices of water or wastewater utility operations.Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.Ability to:Supervise and train professional and paraprofessional engineering personnel.Prepare plans, specifications, and technical reports.Prepare and write clear and comprehensive reports.Maintain records and files.Oversee and participate in the provision of a high level of customer service to internal and external customers.Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public; tactfully and courteously represent the Department during public contacts.Read and interpret maps, plans, sketches, schematics, diagrams, and blueprints.Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Establish and maintain effective relationships with other employees, outside agencies, and the general public.Education/Training:A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in engineering or a closely related field.Experience:Five years (full-time equivalent) of experience involving design, construction, inspection, and surveying of private development and public works projects, including three years (full-time equivalent) of increasingly responsible experience in water or wastewater utility administration/engineering, and increasingly responsible supervisory experience.License and Other Requirements:Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer with the State of California.Applicants must possess a valid California driver's license at the time of selection.NOTE:
For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's website.The City of Escondido is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. All applicants will be subject to fingerprint investigation before a conditional offer of employment is extended. A medical examination, along with a DRUG SCREEN will be conducted following a conditional offer of employment.SELECTION PROCEDUREApplications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to appear for testing. All positions require the ability to read, write, and speak English. Types of tests may include written and/or oral examination, physical agility, practical exam, or other appropriate job-related selection process. When testing is completed, candidates will be ranked on an eligibility list in the order of their test score. Selection for appointments is made from names certified on the eligibility list.All appointments are subject to the successful completion of background investigation including LIVESCAN fingerprinting, and will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States. Qualification by a medical examination will be required at the time of appointment. After appointment, classified employees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period to be eligible for regular status.VETERANS' PREFERENCEEligible individuals are those who meet the following criteria:Served in the U.S. armed forcesReceived an honorable dischargeDid not retire from military serviceSeeking employment with the City of Escondido for the first time.Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes
does not
qualify for veterans' preference. Proof of eligibility (copy of DD-214) must be submitted at the time of application, or later if the promulgation of the eligibility list will not be delayed. Veterans' preference credit will only be applied to eligible applicants who attained a passing grade (total score exclusive of credit) on the final open examination.ABOUT OUR CITYThe
City of Escondido
is a prominent agricultural, commercial hub and residential center of North San Diego County. Located a short 30-minute drive from the beach, the mountains, or downtown San Diego, Escondido residents enjoy the pleasure of a rural lifestyle with all the benefits of suburban living.EOEThe City of Escondido does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, or sexual orientation. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.
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