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The City of Simi Valley, home of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, was incorporated in 1969. It is a General Law City with a Council/Manager form of government. Simi Valley encompasses an area of 39 square miles and is located in the southeast portion of Ventura County. The current estimated population is 126,878, yet Simi Valley maintains a unique balance of open space and City amenities.
Outdoor recreation includes over a dozen beautiful parks, camping and picnic spots, tennis courts, two golf courses and one of the largest equestrian trail systems in the United States. Boating and other water sporting activities are only 60 to 90 minutes away in Ventura and Santa Barbara. The City of Los Angeles is less than an hour away.
Excellent community facilities provide service to Simi Valley residents. The City has one general hospital, 47 religious institutions, one library, one Cultural Arts Center, three newspapers, one radio station, 24 financial institutions, 21 elementary schools, three middle schools, and four high schools. Four community colleges and four universities are also within commuting distance.
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The City of Simi Valley/ Waterworks District No. 8, Water Division, is seeking to fill an Associate Engineer position. The Associate Engineer is expected to design, prepare plans using the latest version of AutoCAD, specifications and construction cost estimates for a variety of water infrastructure improvement projects. Such projects include water main line replacement, water tank rehabilitation and repair, and pump station upgrades. Other duties include assessing the feasibility of water service for proposed developments, ability to utilize GIS and provide excellent customer service.
Details:
- Full-time regular position, the schedule consists of a 9/80 work schedule
- Salary range $91,157.46 - $117,047.84 annually with Excellent Benefits (see below)
- This position will receive a four (4%) cost of living increase effective April 2024. The new salary range effective April 2024, will be $94,803.76 - $121,729.75 annually
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate takes initiative and accountability on producing work products, with a focus on the details of the work content and the final product. They will also possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, establishing and maintaining relationships with contractors, vendors, outside agencies and internal staff. They must be proficient in AutoCAD and GIS software, and have the technical background in water engineering.
Minimum Qualifications for consideration: 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: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in engineering, architecture, or a related field. Experience: Three years of increasingly responsible engineering experience, or two years of architecture experience (when assigned to Building & Safety).
License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver’s license. Possession of an Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate or two years of architectural experience (working under the direction of a licensed architect. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Plans Examiner certificate may be required depending on area of assignment.
Benefits
We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package in which medical is fully paid for most plans (including family coverage) as specified in the current employee group contract, a full calendar of employee appreciation events and activities, and many additional benefits including:
- Retirement/Pension:
- 2% @ 55 CalPERS formula for Classic members (includesIndividuals who were active members of a reciprocal public retirement system within the last six months, or were previously employed with the City of Simi Valley and enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013), 4th Level Survivor Benefit, and single-highest year final compensation.
- 2% @ 62 CalPERS formula for New members, 4th Level Survivor Benefit, and three-year average highest final compensation.
- 401(k) with a Roth option; City match up to $200 per month. Employees may also participate in a 457 plan.
- The City does not participate in the Social Security system; therefore, there is no FICA deduction from wages except for Medicare hospital insurance protection.
- The City contributes $200/month to a health care reimbursement program for retiree medical.
- Health Insurance: Coverage available as early as the 1st of the month following the start date. A variety of PPO and HMO plans are available through the CalPERS Health Program. The City contributes $157 per month and up to $2,300.90 per month in “Simiflex Dollars,” towards the cost of medical. “Simiflex Dollars” can be used to offset the cost of medical, dental, and/or vision insurance, or other optional benefits. Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts are also available.
- Prescription Drug Plan: Major retail options and mail order program.
- Dental Insurance: After the City contribution of up to $100 per month, Dental insurance from Delta Dental costs the employee $0 to $31.10 per month for family coverage depending on the plan chosen.
- Vision Insurance: After the City contribution of $19.80 per month, Vision insurance from VSP costs the employee $2.66 per month for family coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and referral service to help employees and their household members resolve personal problems, provided by Aetna.
- Optional Insurance from AFLAC: Available plans include accident, cancer, hospital, and critical care.
- Paid Leave:
- 227.5 (28.44, 8-hour days) hours per year of paid time off (one bank of time that combines vacation and sick leave) which has the option to be cashed out. Accruals increase at 5 years and 10 years of service.
- 11 paid holidays per year and one floating holiday per year.
- Employee & Dependent Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans provided at City expense.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,600 per year.
- Alternative Work Schedules: Many positions offer a 9/80 schedule with alternative Monday or Friday off.
This information is intended to give an overview of the benefits available to City employees. It is not intended to be a contract (expressed or implied), nor is it intended to otherwise create any legally enforceable obligations on the part of the City, its agents or its employees.
Special Instructions
All offers of employment are contingent on successfully passing a background investigation and may also include a pre-employment physical and/or drug screen.
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Click apply and attach a current resume! Complete the boxes on the application marked with a star/asterisk (*) and the supplemental questionnaire. The most qualified candidates will be invited to the next steps in our hiring process.
Selection Process:Candidates who possess the best combination of qualifications will be invited by e-mail to the next steps in our process. The eligibility list for hire will be determined by the supplemental questions.
This recruitment is open until filled.
Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must submit form DD214.
Reasonable Accommodation: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance in the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Division, in writing.
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