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Assistant Engineer in Alturas, California at

MODOC COUNTY

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Job Function:

Engineering

MODOC COUNTY

Alturas, California, 96101, United States Posted on October 21, 2026 New job! Apply early to increase your chances of getting hired. Job Description

CLASS SPECIFICATION

Modoc County

CLASS CODE

4024-001

CLASS TITLE:

Assistant Engineer

FLSA DESIGNATION

Non-Exempt

RANGE/STEP A-J

308 (

Step-A:

$5,330 -

Step-J:

$8,268)

JOB SUMMARY

Performs engineering work, including conducting engineering feasibility, cost, and design studies, related to roads, bridges, culverts, and other county infrastructure; develops and administers professional services or construction project contracts; reviews plans and inspects projects; collects and presents data and prepares reports; provides information and advice to the public in person and over the telephone; if appropriately certified, acts as a land surveyor for the County; performs related work as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Assistant Engineer is the entry-level in this engineering series. This class is responsible for assisting management staff or higher-level engineers in the areas of research, data collection, project administration, and preparation of reports. Assignments are intended to provide background in the fundamental principles and practices of public service engineering for level work in the engineering field. Incumbents initially work under close supervision and are expected to become increasingly knowledgeable and carry out assignments with increasing independence. This class is alternately staffed with Associate engineers and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency that meets the qualifications for the higher-level class.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. The position may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks. Designs, prepares, and evaluates preliminary and final plans and specifications for a variety of public works construction, maintenance, and retrofitting projects. Performs project resident engineering oversight on various construction projects. Coordinates daily activities, ensures compliance with plans and specifications, administers contracts, and prepares financial reports. Conducts feasibility and cost studies. Recommends alternative approaches, including the use of contract services and the incorporation of new methods and materials. Reviews and evaluates parcel maps, records of survey, subdivision, and construction plans, and other documents submitted by the public. Certifies their correctness and compliance with ordinances. Directs the work of a survey crew and performs office work in support of survey activities. Provides engineering design and code information and ensures that designs meet accepted industry and legal standards. Conducts research studies and prepares reports and recommendations regarding land use, building and facility design, roadways, planning and redevelopment, and a variety of engineering-related community service needs. Maintains a variety of files of plans, maps, permits, and related documents. Uses computers and software programs for various technical modeling, calculation, database, mapping, computer-aided drafting, and similar engineering applications. Prepares a variety of written communications, including analytical reports, and correspondence; directs the preparation of or prepares maps, plans, and graphic materials. Makes oral and graphic presentations or prepares materials for presentation to boards, commissions, and community groups; answers questions and provides information and assistance to the public in person, on the telephone, and in writing. Prepares requests for funding and grant proposals; prepares and submits invoices and reports of expenditures. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Important:

May provide work direction and instruction to less experienced engineers, technical field, or office support staff on a project or day-to-day basis. Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work; drives a county vehicle to attend meetings and inspect project sites.

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required to satisfactorily perform the job's essential duties and responsibilities.

NOTE:

The level and scope of the knowledge and skills listed below are related to job duties as defined under Class Characteristics.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

(KSA'S)

Knowledge of:

Engineering objectives, principles, procedures, standards, practices, and information sources. Statistical analysis and mathematical concepts related to the engineering process. Terminology, symbols, methods, techniques, and instruments used in engineering graphics and drafting. Principles and practices of materials and soils analysis and materials testing. Computer applications related to the work. Business letter writing and the standard format for typed materials. Record-keeping and bookkeeping principles and practices. Safety principles and practices related to the work. Correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Techniques for dealing with the public, in person, and over the telephone. Basic surveying principles and practices.

Skill in:

Researching, analyzing, and summarizing engineering data both manually and with computer applications. Interpreting maps, plans and specifications, graphs, and statistical data. Making complex engineering calculations quickly and accurately. Preparing clear, concise, and complete technical documents, reports, correspondence, and other written materials. Exercising sound independent judgment within established procedural guidelines. Working without close supervision in standard work situations. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Ability to:

Work cooperatively as part of a team. Ability to use a smartphone. Ability to utilize phone and computer applications. Ability to use and assist users with remote meeting technology. Ability to embrace new technology to make the workplace more efficient.

Required to:

Support the vision and mission of the county and its elected and appointed officials. Provide courteous and timely customer service to the public as the ultimate employers. Provide courteous and timely customer service to other county departments and work cooperatively with other county employees. Adhere to the Modoc County Code of Safe Practices

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND TRAINING

Any combination of knowledge and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and experience would be:

Licensing and Certification:

Possess a valid California Class C driver's license. Equivalent to graduation from a four (4) year college or university with major coursework in an appropriate engineering discipline. Some practical experience related to the engineering profession such as drafting, land surveying, computer-aided design, and/or geographic information systems software at a sub-professional level is desirable.

In addition to the above, one (1) year of professional engineering experience. Experience in a public agency setting is desirable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential duties. Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment, and drive a motor vehicle to attend meetings and inspect construction sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.

Working Conditions:

Work with exposure to potential hazards at various construction sites This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills. All County of Modoc employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through State law (California Government Code §3100-3109). Employment with Modoc County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Work-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. FLSA Status is dependent upon meeting the qualifications for the exemption test. All of the following must be met for the status to be Exempt. Upon meeting the Exempt status, a certification form will need to be completed to accompany the Personnel Action Notification (PAN) form. Approved through the county-wide reclassification survey in February 1996 Reclassified and approved by the Board of Supervisors on November 14, 2017 Effective December 1, 2017 Range and step updated per approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and Salary Table on January 24, 2023

Effective:

February 1, 2023 Range and step updated per approval of side letter of agreement on March 14, 2023, to incorporate a 12% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA)

Effective:

April 1, 2023 Reclassified and approved by the Board of Supervisors on July 28, 2026

Effective:

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