Engineering Associate (Traffic Review Team)

Salary : $58,138.08 - $87,207.12 Annually
Location : 78207, TX
Job Type: 4A Full-Time
Job Number: 2024-00212
Department: Development Services
Opening Date: 10/23/2023
Closing Date: 1/3/2024 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded: No
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Summary
Under general supervision, is responsible for performing engineering work and executing varied preparatory work for an engineering work program in a major City department. Working conditions are primarily in an office environment. May exercise functional supervision over assigned staff.
Work Location
Development Services, 1901 S. Alamo, San Antonio, Texas 78204
Work Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Essential Job Functions

• Performs the necessary preliminary work for the design and construction of public works projects.
• Directs subordinate personnel in the performance of all preparatory work (depending on area of assignment).
• Revises project plans and specifications and legal requirements.
• Inspects construction in progress for conformance with plans and specifications and makes adjustments when necessary.
• Coordinates with other divisions, departments, or municipal agencies on projects under design.
• Meets with consultants on various projects to discuss designs and design problems.
• Prepares cost estimates and monitors budgets on assigned projects.
• Responds to citizen inquiries and complaints regarding assigned projects.
• Provides technical assistance to other divisions and departments.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college, university, or engineering school approved by a State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and no experience.
• No substitution for education allowed.
• Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Street and Traffic review.

Applicant Information

• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Knowledge of engineering mathematics.
• Knowledge of surveying and drafting principles and practices.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
• Skill in operating a personal computer and utilizing rudimentary software.
• Ability to learn Federal and State regulations and City ordinances related to the area assigned.
• Ability to determine types of field data needed as basis for satisfactory design and develop complete construction plans.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to interpret and properly apply all applicable regulations.
• Ability to perform engineering calculations.

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.
For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:
Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.
If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.
01
Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02
Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

03
Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SAR2W) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

04
Do you have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college, university, or engineering school approved by a State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers?

• Yes
• No

05
What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

06
Do you have a valid Class 'C' Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

07
What branch of engineering is your degree?
08
How many years of engineering experience do you have?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

09
How many years of street construction experience do you have?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years +

10
How many years of transportation engineering experience do you have?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years +

11
Select any of the following software programs, which you have experience with. Select all that apply:

• AutoCAD
• Micro Station
• GIS platform
• ArcGIS
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Synchro
• Other database program(s)
• None of the above

12
Please select the following items you have experience with:

• UDC Code
• MUTCD
• AASHTO
• HCM
• BuildSA/ACCELA
• None of the above

13
Select the following items you have experience with:

• Land development
• Hydrology
• Reviewing design plans
• Reviewing job specifications
• Attending review meetings
• Evaluating consultant fee proposals
• Reviewing bid packages
• Preparing detail technical reports
• Cost estimating
• Working with municipal or governmental projects
• None of the above

14
Please describe you experience working with a street and traffic project. What was your role?. If you do not have experience, answer "n/a".
Required Question