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San Mateo County, CA Associate Drainage Engineer (Open and Promotional) in United States

Associate Drainage Engineer (Open and Promotional)

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Associate Drainage Engineer (Open and Promotional)

Salary

$113,006.40 - $141,252.80 Annually

Location

County of San Mateo, CA

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

N018G

Department

Planning and Building

Opening Date

04/17/2024

Closing Date

5/1/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

  • Description

  • Benefits

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Description

Join us in shaping the future of San Mateo County! The Planning and Building Department is dedicated to achieving a better future for the County and its communities. The Department prepares and enforces land use plans and regulations, addresses housing and transportation needs, and permits and inspects new development. Together, these functions contribute to protecting public health and safety, preserving natural resources, advancing equity for all residents, and enhancing the overall quality of life in San Mateo County.

The County of San Mateo Planning & Building Department is seeking well-qualified candidates for the position of Associate Drainage Engineer.

Under general supervision, perform a variety of professional civil engineering services in such areas as planning and design of private and public planning and building projects, including residential and commercial buildings, parks, and landscaping projects.

Associate Engineer is the journey level class of this series responsible for routine office or field projects. Employees are expected to be fully competent to independently perform a full range of duties requiring a high level of technical expertise, and some periodic supervisory responsibilities. Employees may also serve as a resident engineer on construction projects.

The ideal candidate will possess and have knowledge of:

  • Stormwater management and treatment practices, including green infrastructure and low impact development measures to reduce runoff and prevent stormwater pollution.

  • C.3 and C.6 requirements of the Municipal Regional Stormwater NPDES Permit.

  • Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California is desirable.

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

Examples Of Duties

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

  • Gather, compile and compute data using engineering, drafting and calculating instruments and techniques to prepare designs, plans, estimates, technical reports and specifications for the construction, alterations, maintenance and operations of a variety of engineering projects.

  • Conduct drainage plan review on planning and building permit applications.

  • Serve as resident engineer on routine construction projects.

  • Perform duties as chief of party engaged in making surveys.

  • Prepare designs, plans and specifications for routine projects.

  • Assist in drafting and preparing instructions for bidders, proposals, affidavits, bonds, specifications, change orders and other documents and reports involved in the construction of engineering projects.

  • Ensure County compliance with the Municipal Regional Stormwater Permit issued by the Regional Water Quality Control Board.

  • Update ordinances, regulations, and policy manuals as needed to comply with changing State, regional, and local requirements.

  • Inspect construction projects for conformance with specifications, safety standards and federal, state and local regulations.

  • Conduct economic cost and quantity estimates for assigned projects.

  • Supervise subordinate personnel in a variety of capacities.

  • Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

Associate Engineer: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, three or more years of professional civil engineering experience which has included field and office work in the planning, design, construction and maintenance of a variety of civil engineering projects.

Knowledge of:

  • Civil engineering practices and procedures including design and construction methods and techniques.

  • Strength and properties and uses of materials and hydraulics.

  • Surveying methods.

  • Methods, materials and equipment used in civil engineering projects.

  • Methods, materials, tools and equipment used in civil engineering construction work.

  • Construction inspection techniques.

  • Hydraulics and strength of materials.

  • Principles of engineering as they apply to public works projects.

  • Engineering mathematics and their application to engineering problems.

Skill/Ability to:

  • Perform engineering calculations and routine design work.

  • Solve surveying problems.

  • Inspect civil engineering work in progress.

  • Prepare clear, concise correspondence and reports.

  • Comply with safety procedures.

  • Supervise subordinate staff.

  • Prepare neat and accurate maps, drawings, notes and reports.

  • Operate survey equipment.

Licensure/Certification:

Some positions require possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent.

Application/Examination

Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

The examination process will consist of an application screening based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions (weight: pass/fail). Candidates who pass the application screening may be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification . Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 11:59 PM PST

Application Screening: Week of May 6 - May 9, 2024

Civil Service Panel Interview: May 15 and/or 16, 2024

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse communities. The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work. San Mateo County is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion at all levels.

Analyst: Sedrick Dixon (04172024) (Associate Engineer - N018)

Please visit https://www.smcgov.org/media/100211/download?inline= for a complete listing of all benefits for this classification.

Benefits are offered to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. All benefits are subject to change.

NOTE: Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 may be subject to new Pension Reform retirement laws.

As an additional benefit, the County offers extensive training and development programs designed to improve skills and enhance career opportunities. Most programs are offered on County time at no cost to you.

County employees are also covered by the federal Social Security system and earn benefits for retirement based on salary and time worked.

01

NOTE: Applicants for this position are required to submit responses to the supplemental questions below. Your responses will give us additional information about your background and experience related to this position and will be used in the selection process. Be concise, yet thorough, and specific. Neatness, clarity of expression and the ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses.

  • Check this box to indicate you have read and understand this information and to proceed to the supplemental questions.

    02

    Do you possess an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certificate? (A "no" answer will not disqualify you from the process.)

  • Yes

  • No

    03

    If YES to the previous question, indicate (A) EIT Certificate number and (B) Date issued. (Type "N/A" if you answered "no" to the previous question.)

    04

    Do you possess a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California? (A "no" answer will not disqualify you from the process.)

  • Yes

  • No

    05

    If you are a registered Civil Engineer in the State of California, please provide the following information: (A) license number and (B) date issued. (Type "N/A" if you are not a registered Civil Engineer in California.)

    06

    Select one response that best describes your highest level of education in Civil Engineering. (Be prepared to provide verification of graduation/certification if requested.)

  • I possess a Master's Degree in Civil Engineering

  • I have a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

  • None of the above

    07

    Do you possess a California driver license?

  • Yes

  • No

    08

    If YES to the previous question, provide the number and expiration date. (Type "N/A" if you answered "no" to the previous question.)

    09

    Describe your relevant civil engineering experience. In your response, please address the following: (A) Number of years of experience. (B) Specific projects you worked on relevant to the Associate Drainage Engineer position. (C) Your level of involvement, role and responsibilities in each project. (D) The technical activities you performed.

    10

    Describe your work experience in the following areas. (A) Drainage design and inspections experience specific to development projects. (B) Compliance with Regional Water Board Requirements for development, including low-impact development and biotreatment. (C) Erosion Control and Best Management Practice. (D) General software applications for word processing, project scheduling, project management, email and spreadsheets.

    11

    Describe your experience in a customer-focused environment. Give an example that best demonstrates your ability to explain engineering, stormwater treatment/runoff control or construction related processes and procedures to people with varying degrees of or no familiarity with the field.

    Required Question

Agency

County of San Mateo

Address

County of San Mateo Human Resources Department 455 County Center Redwood City, California, 94063-1663

Phone

(650) 363-4343

Website

https://jobs.smcgov.org

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