City Engineer - City of Atwater, CA : Job Details

Salary : $102,340.99 - $130,615.92 AnnuallyLocation : City of Atwater - City HallJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 11-2024Department: Community Development DepartmentOpening Date: 11/20/2024Closing Date: 1/1/2025 11:59 PM PacificFLSA: ExemptBargaining Unit: MMDefinition DEFINITIONUnder direction of the Community Development Director, plans, organizes, directs, the City's engineering, engineering management, and capital improvement activities and to do related work as required. This position is responsible for making recommendations to the Community Development Director, the Public Works Director, the City Manager and the City Council for matters affecting the Community Development Department and engineering division, including issues that might have a city-wide impact. Serves as Disaster Service Worker. This position is designated as Mid-Management for Labor Relations purposes and is considered exempt under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSThis is mid-management classification for the position which has responsibility to the Community Development Director for advice and consultation on engineering matters and for the efficient operation of the division comprised of engineering, administration, special projects, development review unit, construction management, and capital improvement projects. The City Engineer exercises supervision over other engineering staff, making assignments, setting priorities, training and reviewing work managing and directing the services and functions of the engineering division, making assignments, setting priorities, training and reviewing work, and preparing performance evaluations. Positions in this class act with a high degree of independence of action in the assigned area of responsibility. Direction received consists of the assignment of the responsibility to attain objectives according to policy guidelines, department, and city objectives. Incumbents are expected to develop methods and procedures and solve problems encountered. REPORTS TO Community Development Director or as assigned. CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED Exercise direct and indirect supervision over professional, technical, maintenance, and clerical personnel. Essential FunctionsAs City Engineer, plans, coordinates, supervises, and participates in the activities of the engineering division, including comprehensive and transparent oversight of all public infrastructure per City standards and specifications; assists in the development and implementation of goals, policies, procedures, and priorities; provides professional and technical engineering support services; oversees and participates in the review of private development proposals including subdivision and parcel maps, recommending for or against approval; interprets and applies relevant codes, ordinances, rules, and regulations; prepares and/or reviews improvement agreements; supervises the preparation, updating, and maintenance of maps and records; prepares and oversees the preparation of engineering designs, specifications, and cost estimates for a wide variety of capital improvement projects; performs the more difficult design work; checks plans for accuracy, suitability, and completeness and make recommendations for revision and improvement; reviews specifications for composition and accuracy; meets and confers with developers, contractors, engineers, and the general public relative to City policies, regulations, and procedures; coordinates discrepancies and problem situations with outside parties; administers and/or oversees the administration of contracts; reviews and approves payments and billings for contracted services; oversees and participates in the review of projects under construction in the field; resolves complaints and problems in the field between inspectors and developers, contractors, and/or engineers; coordinates activities with other departments and divisions as appropriate; serves as staff to a variety of City and outside commissions, boards, and committees as assigned; conducts special engineering studies; prepares appropriate reports and analyses; supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned technical staff; prepares and administers the division budget; assists in the preparation and administration of the Capital Improvement Budget; and performs other duties as assigned.Knowledge of:

• City, county, and state building codes.
• Principles of public administration.
• Capital improvement project, planning, development, and administration.
• Budget development, administration, and expenditure control.
• Time, materials, and cost estimating for maintenance and construction projects.
• Use of computers and computer applications in professional engineering and public works services and operations.
• Construction methods, materials, and procedures.
• Contract and grant development and administration.
• Principles of management, supervision, training, and employee evaluation.
• Principles, practices, and methods of engineering as applied to new development and construction of municipal public works projects.
• Applicable laws and regulatory codes related to development, design, and construction.
• Safety principles, practices, and procedures.

Ability to:

• Plan, manage, and oversee a variety of services, projects, and programs.
• Gather, organize, and analyze data, preparing a variety of reports.
• Use a computer and appropriate software in performing professional management and public works administrative responsibilities.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Interpret and apply applicable codes, ordinances, rules, and regulations related to development and construction.
• Interpret, review, and analyze development proposals, plans, and specifications.
• Perform engineering computations and check, design, and supervise the construction of a variety of public work projects.
• Administer contracts.
• Prepare specifications and write technical reports.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with contractors, developers, private engineers, staff, and the public in general.
• Analyze and interpret federal and state regulations pertaining to the engineering division.
• Prepare and review plans, specifications, and engineer's estimates.
• Plan, assign, direct, and coordinate the work of subordinate personnel.
• Write reports; prepare project budgets and engineering controls.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSSit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of engineering and office equipment including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONSWork is performed in an office environment; work may be performed outside in varying temperatures; frequent contact with staff and the public.Minimum Qualification Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Education/Training:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, Planning, or equivalent.
• Training in public administration, finance, and economics, or closely related subjects, is highly desirable.

Experience:

• Four (4) years of increasingly responsible office and field experience in civil engineering plus two (2) years of increasingly responsible civil engineering experience, including some lead supervisor responsibilities.

License:

• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver's license.
• Possession of a valid certificate as a Civil Engineer issued by the California Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers.
• Land Surveyor Certificate highly desirable.

Supplemental Information TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSSit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of engineering and office equipment including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in an office environment; work may be performed outside in varying temperatures; frequent contact with staff and the public.We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.For additional information email 01 Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02 Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher in Civil Engineering, Planning or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

03 Do you have training in public administration, finance, economics, or closely related subjects?

• Yes
• No

04 Do you have four (4) years of increasingly responsible office and field experience in civil engineering plus two (2) years of increasingly responsible civil engineering experience, including some lead supervisor responsibilities?

• Yes
• No

05 If you answered 'yes' to Do you have four (4) years of increasingly responsible office and field experience in civil engineering and two (2) years of increasingly responsible civil engineering experience, including some lead supervisor responsibilities? , please explain in detail below. 06 Do you possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license?

• Yes
• No

07 Do you possess a valid certificate as a Civil Engineer issued by the California Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers?

• Yes
• No

08 Do you possess a Land Surveyor Certificate?

• Yes
• No

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