Recruitment may close at any time
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately
The City of Oakland is currently recruiting to fill fifteen (15) Assistant Engineer II (Office) vacancies within the Oakland Public Works Department, the Planning and Building Department and the Department of Transportation. The ideal candidate will work in a dynamic environment performing extensive technical and non-technical reviews of building structures for compliance with state laws and local regulations as well as possess basic knowledge of civil/structural engineering principles; excellent written and verbal communication skills; and works well in both a team and individual setting.
Under general supervision in the Oakland Public Works Department (OPW), the Planning and Building Department (PBD) or the Department of Transportation (DOT), performs civil engineering work; plans and designs street, storm, sewer, traffic systems, and other public works projects; acts as resident engineer on medium to small size public works projects; reviews engineering reports, drawings, and calculations for buildings, structures, streets, sewers, and other similar facilities to ensure compliance with codes, regulations, and ordinances; may perform plan check; may provide technical direction to Assistant Engineer I and assigned personnel; and performs related duties as assigned.
This is a first working level in the professional engineering series and incumbents possess an Engineer-in-Training certificate. Incumbents have a good working knowledge of various aspects of civil engineering including land development, planning, design, construction, and maintenance of a wide variety of civil engineering projects, as well as building design standards and regulations. This classification can be distinguished from a Civil Engineer in that the latter requires the registration as a Civil Engineer, can perform as Engineer-in-Charge, is responsible for large and complex construction projects, and provides lead and technical direction. Assistant Engineer IIs may be assigned to work in the areas: design, construction, engineering/land use, and plan check.
The incumbent receives general supervision from a Civil Engineer, Supervising Civil Engineer, Transportation Engineer, Supervising Transportation Engineer, Senior Transportation Planner or Transportation Planner III and may provide technical direction to Assistant Engineer I and assigned personnel.
This is a public contact position. Although no current vacancies require a specific language, bilingual skills are highly desirable, and the eligible list may be used to fill future vacancies that may require bilingual skills.
The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill other vacancies that occur within the City including full-time and permanent part-time positions, if applicable.
Flexible Staffing:This classification has been designated for flexible staffing. Incumbents in the Assistant Engineer I classification may be eligible to advance without formal examination to the Assistant Engineer II classification in accordance with established City flexible staffing policies and procedures.
This recruitment may close without notice once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
- Perform a broad range of design activities in preparing plans, specifications, and cost estimates; assist in the development of design procedures; interpret the application of design criteria; check plans, calculations, and specifications for accuracy of design and completeness, and for conformance to applicable codes, regulations, and ordinances.
- May assist Civil Engineer on large and complex Public Works construction projects or act as resident engineer on medium to small size projects; coordinate capital improvements projects with contractors, utility companies, other agencies, and the general public; interpret and plot survey data; performs some field inspection; administer construction contracts; prepare daily progress and final reports when assigned to field duties.
- Interpret and enforce codes, regulations, and ordinances in the performance of plan check activities; calculate building valuation; review and approves routine subdivision and land development proposals for compliance with engineering standards; coordinate plan review process with other departments and agencies; process applications for street/path vacations, encroachments, and easements.
- Prepare routine engineering reports, correspondence, agreements and Council resolutions; assist in preparing legal property descriptions; provide technical information, including code assistance to staff, design professionals, contractors, property owners, and the public; review and approve minor construction plans and related documents for compliance with state and local building codes and regulations; investigate routine complaints regarding existing conditions of buildings and public works facilities.
- Drive a vehicle to work site; may be required to walk uneven surfaces, climb ladders or crawl into closed areas to perform site inspections, take measurements or other field duties; protective wear such as hard hat and boots may be required.
- Operate a computer to perform computer aided design duties and may sit or stand for periods of time depending on assignment.
Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications may be acceptable.
Education:
A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from a college or university. A Master's degree in a civil engineering related discipline may be substituted for one (1) year of experience.
Experience:
Two (2) years of civil engineering experience.
License or Certificate / Other Requirements:
Successful incumbents in this position are expected to operate automotive vehicles in the performance of assigned duties. Due to the nature of the assignment and the hours worked, public transportation may not be a cost effective or efficient method for traveling to the various locations required. Individuals who are appointed to this position will be required to maintain a valid California Driver's License throughout the tenure of employment OR demonstrate the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as required in the performance of duties.
Possession of a valid Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate.
FLEXIBLE STAFFING
Incumbents in the Assistant Engineer I classification are eligible to promote to the Assistant Engineer II classification in accordance with established City policy related to flexible staffing.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
- Civil engineering principles and practices and their application to building structures and municipal public works.
- Municipal public works design and construction of street, highways, bridges, and other public works facilities and transportation projects; strength of materials and stress analysis.
- Construction methods and materials, including survey and inspection; building construction practices and cost estimating.
- Contract administration.
- Principles and practices of designing and drafting, including the use of computer aided design.
- Building Codes, California Streets and Highways Code, and related codes and regulations.
- Computer systems and software applications.
Ability to:
- Apply established principles and practices of civil engineering.
- Prepare accurate plans, specifications, cost estimates and engineering reports, utilize plot survey data, and make accurate engineering computations and drawings; interpret and plot survey data.
- Write clear, concise reports, correspondence, and memoranda; prepare agreements and compile accurate records.
- Analyze and evaluate design drawings and specifications; identify code deficiencies.
- Provide technical direction and training to other staff.
- Communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
- Utilize computer systems and software applications.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
Candidates who demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualification requirements are then invited to participate in an assessment process (or testing) to measure their knowledge, skills, and abilities in job-related areas.
Candidates who do not demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualification requirements will have an opportunity to request a final review. Candidates must request a final review within 5 business days of being notified that they did not meet the minimum qualifications.
In the final review, candidates may clarify information already provided on their application. No additional work history, education, or certifications will be accepted. Any decisions made during this review process will be final.
The ranked eligible list may be developed directly from the supplemental screening OR the results of Stage III. Candidates must earn a scale score of 70 in this examination process to be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This is a continuous recruitment; additional names of successful candidates may be added to the eligible list periodically; candidates' names will be merged onto the existing eligible list and referred to hiring departments according to rank. Candidates who are on an active eligible list may not re-apply for the duration of the eligible list.
Our online application system is provided by GovernmentJobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact GovernmentJobs Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours at (510) 238-3112 for information; however, we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system. For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Alanna Butler at abutler@oaklandca.gov.
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