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Form of workThis recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Resource Management Agency. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.
Current vacancy is with the Resource Management Agency located in Visalia. The anticipated life of the list is six months.
Will train, learn and develop skills to be a party chief, public works inspector or office technician for construction projects, plant inspector or material testing specialist, and assist project engineers with other specialties; will learn how to conduct spatial analysis, manage data and create automated workflows; will be trained to create maps and presentation documents; will learn geocoding for public works, land survey, aviation, public transit, flood control, assessment districts, pavement management systems and other thematic mapping and geospatial datasets; will be trained in how to review maps and plans for subdivisions and building facilities; will learn what is required in order to prepare and review property descriptions, charts, and diagrams; will be trained to prepare progress reports; assist in the preparation of equipment and material specifications; assist in coordinating utility relocation and right-of-way clearing; will be trained in negotiating for construction projects.
Education/Experience: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade with course work in algebra and geometry.
Knowledge of: Basic algebra and geometry sufficient to make engineering calculations such as distance, angle, area, and volume; English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Skill/Ability to: Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; learn and apply basic principles of surveying; learn relevant engineering terminology and nomenclature; learn and utilize geographic information systems (GIS) software such as ESRI including but not limited to ArcGIS for Desktop Basic; learn and apply basic principles of Geographic database management and geo-spatial systems; learn basic drafting and design practices and methods; learn to perform routine traffic investigation and survey techniques; learn and understand general construction materials, specifications, tools, and equipment used in construction and maintenance work and sample soil and material testing procedures; basic filing methods, manually and electronically; learn to read and understand contract specifications, engineering blueprints, maps and project plans; learn and carry out engineering calculations; handle routine design problems; recognize compliance with established standards and codes; take accurate field notes and prepare reports; give and follow written and oral instructions; establish priorities, organize work in proper step-by-step order, and meet deadlines; adjust to changes in workloads; retain and recall factual information; compile data, analyze information, draw valid conclusions and formulate recommendations.
License: Possession of, or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California driver's license.
DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Drafting and construction experience is desirable.
Conditions of Employment
Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.
College Cost Reduction Access Act
This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Employment Type: Full-Time
