Assistant Engineer I/II or Associate Engineer I/II

JOB Golden State Finance Authority•Home Loan Assistance ProgramAssistant Engineer I/IIUnder general supervision or direction, performs a wide variety of professional and technical engineering field and office work in the design and construction of County and Department of Transportation facilities and projects; and to do related work as required.

Associate Engineer I/II Under general supervision or direction, performs a wide variety of professional civil engineering field and office work related to transportation and capital improvement operations; prepares specifications and conducts inspections of projects for streets, storm drains, facilities, and related structures; performs office and field work related to transportation studies and multimodal planning; and performs related work as required.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Assistant Engineer I/IIManagement reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Incumbents at the Assistant Engineer I and II levels may perform some of these duties in a learning capacity.

Assists with the development of engineering plans and specifications for County and Department of Transportation roads, storm drain, bridge, and transportation facility projects. Researches project design requirements; performs complex calculations and prepares estimates of time and materials costs. Performs Auto CAD mapping and drafting work; orders survey, mapping, and date collection for a variety of projects.

Reviews and checks completed work performed by engineering technical support staff; assists with developing solutions to a variety of engineering problems. Researches publications and sources for information to be incorporated into projects; develops revised design and construction standards for County and Department of Transportation facilities and appurtenances. Investigates field problems affecting property owners and contractors; prepares cost estimates and feasibility reports for projects; administers contracts for construction projects; participates in plan checks and reviews for private development. Prepares special engineering studies and projects; assists with review of work performed by engineering consultants; coordinates projects with other County Departments and agencies.

Performs related duties as required.

Associate Engineer I/IIManagement reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Incumbents at the Associate Engineer I level may perform some of these duties in a learning capacity. Performs a wide variety of professional civil engineering field and office work related to transportation and capital improvement operations. Investigates field problems affecting property owners, contractors, and maintenance operations; responds to citizen inquiries and complaints. Provides information to the public regarding engineering and construction factors/considerations such grading, encroachment permits, right-of-way and property line information, utility information, slope stability, and groundwater issues. Reviews traffic control plans; develops and maintains statistical reporting systems; compiles, analyzes, and interprets data related to traffic conditions; performs speed and traffic surveys and traffic counts; prepares and reviews traffic signal plans, timing plans, and sign and striping plans. Reviews plans, tract, and parcel maps and applications for land development projects for conformance to applicable codes, regulations, and ordinances. Plans, designs, and inspects all phases of public works projects, including roads, bridges, drainage systems and other County infrastructure; defines the scope of the project, coordinates the RFP and bid process including professional consulting services and contractors; performs budgetary control; directs and inspects the work of contracted or County staff; and ensures all project tasks are compliant with professional engineering standards and County specifications. Reviews design and construction plans prepared by consulting engineers and private contractors to verify compliance with County improvement requirements; reports may include, but are not limited to hydrology, geotechnical, environmental, and right of way documents; checks plans and specifications for conformance with professional standards and County standards; participates in pre-design, construction, and utility coordination meetings. Meets and confers with contractors, engineers, developers, architects, a variety of outside agencies, and the general public in acquiring information and coordinating engineering matters; provides information regarding County development requirements.

Provides construction administration, management, and inspection of capital projects, including coordinating work with other divisions and County departments, reviewing and inspecting work to ensure conformance with plans and specifications, tracking and maintaining all project accounting, coordinating schedules, and providing public notices of projects. Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and reviews publications to remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in the field of civil engineering. Drafts a variety of written communications including analytical reports, correspondence, and revisions to plans, policies and procedures. Performs related duties as required.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, to inspect County development sites, including traversing uneven terrain, climbing ladders, stairs, and other temporary or construction access points, to operate a motor vehicle, and to visit various County and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas and to conduct inspections may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

TYPICAL WORKING

CONDITIONSEmployees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may work in the field and occasionally be exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and or public or private representatives while interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICSAssistant Engineer I:

This is the entry-level and first working level in the professional Engineer class series. Incumbents perform a variety of office and field engineering and surveying work. Incumbents are normally considered to be in a training and learning status. Many assignments may be performed in a learning capacity, while an incumbent becomes familiar with County and Department of Transportation operations and engineering functions. Many of the assignments are similar to those of more advanced engineer classifications. This class is distinguished from more advanced engineer classifications by performing a narrower range of work and requiring less engineering experience and expertise. When sufficient job knowledge and work skills have been demonstrated, an incumbent may be promoted to the Assistant Engineer II level.

Assistant Engineer II:

This is the second-level class in this professional Engineer series. Incumbents perform a variety of office and field engineering and surveying work. Incumbents perform a variety of professional engineering functions in support of Transportation department operations and design and construction functions. This class is distinguished from Assistant Engineer I by performing a broader range of assignments and requiring more engineering experience and expertise. It is distinguished from Associate Engineer I/II by the fact that Associate Engineer I/II requires full registration as a professional Engineer. The positions in the Assistant Engineer I/II class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the Assistant Engineer II level are normally filled by advancement from the Assistant Engineer I level; progression to the Assistant Engineer II level is subject to (i) the incumbent meeting the minimum qualifications for the classification including possession of the California Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate or possession of an engineering degree; (ii) satisfactory work performance; (iii) management affirmation that the incumbent is performing the full range of duties assigned to the class; and (iv) management approval for progression to the Assistant Engineer II level.

Associate Engineer I:

This is the entry-level class in this Engineer series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn to perform professional engineering work in land development, traffic engineering, public works infrastructure, and daily departmental operations, in addition to providing project management and administration. Positions at this level are not expected to function with the same amount of knowledge or skill level as positions allocated to the Associate Engineer level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence.

Associate Engineer II:

This is the journey-level class in this Engineer series responsible for performing the full range of professional engineering work in addition to providing project management and administration. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the Senior Engineer in that the latter has responsibility for organizing, assigning, supervising, and reviewing the work of staff involved in a major functional area or project/program of the Engineering Division and may exercise supervision lower level staff. The positions in the Associate Engineer I/II class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the Associate Engineer II level are normally filled by advancement from the Associate Engineer I level; progression to the Associate Engineer II level is subject to (i) the incumbent meeting the minimum qualifications for the classification including licensure as a Professional Civil Engineer; (ii) satisfactory work performance; (iii) management affirmation that the incumbent is performing the full range of duties assigned to the class; and (iv) management approval for progression to the Associate Engineer II level.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND

EXERCISEDReceives general supervision or direction from higher level management or supervisory staff. Exercises no supervision over staff.

SALARYAssistant Engineer I:

$4424.94•$5929.84 per month$25.53•$34.21 per hour

Assistant Engineer II:

$4887.89•$6550.23 per month$28.20•$37.79 per hour

Associate Engineer I:

$6993.43•$9371.87 per month $40.35•$54.07 per hour

Associate Engineer II:

$7725.10•$10352.37 per month $44.57•$59.73 per hour

DISASTER SERVICE

WORKERIn addition to our everyday duties, we have an added responsibility to help in a declared disaster. Under California law, all public employees are Disaster Service Workers and may be called upon in the event of a disaster. The roles and responsibilities for Disaster Service Workers are authorized by the California Emergency Services Act and are defined in the California Government Code 3100-3102; Labor Code 3211.92(b).

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