Senior Civil Engineer

The City of Oxnard’s Public Works Department is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer with strong technical and customer service skills to be part of the team. The ideal candidate will have public sector experience and be well versed in best practices. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of operations and standard operating procedures of an engineering design and development review program. The selected candidate will be well versed in recycled water and water treatment. 

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Lead, oversee, review and perform the work of staff responsible for engineering design and reviewing of proposed developments and the writing of conditions of approval.

• Act as project manager for assigned capital projects, including coordination and progression of the project ensuring timely progress of environmental analysis, land acquisition/right-of-way, plans/specifications, contracting, construction, and completion procedures.

• Conduct engineering planning studies to identify public works facility needs.

• Assist in the training of lower level personnel in the areas of work; ensure adherence to safe work methods, procedures and practices; identify training opportunities and needs; make recommendations to higher level staff.

• Research, review and prepare feasibility reports for various projects and programs.

• Oversee and perform design of plans and specifications for capital improvement projects.

• Perform cost estimates for city projects.

• Oversee consultant contracts; review/check building and development plans.

• Assist in the planning and preparation of the capital improvement budget.

• Participate in field surveys and condition assessments. 

• Provide oversight of the issuance of grading, encroachment and other construction permits.

• Attend the Design Advisor Committee, Planning Commission and hearing officer meetings as the program representative.

• Respond to questions and concerns from the general public; provide information as is appropriate and resolve service complaints.

• Evaluate assigned work projects; estimate time, materials and equipment necessary for the successful completion of the project; acquire necessary resources as is appropriate.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED

As assigned, incumbents may serve as lead workers, assigning work and monitoring work completion. Receives general supervision and is expected to prioritize work to meet deadlines and to keep the supervisor informed of issues that would impact achievement of a deadline, organizational policy or procedure or in consideration of risk management.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This classification is distinguished from the Civil Engineer in that it provides advanced journey-level engineering and construction project management work and provides oversight of Civil Engineer staff and activities.

WORK SCHEDULE

The normal work week is Monday through Friday, 8:00am-6:00pm and alternating Friday's, 8:00am-5:00pm. This position may be required to be available to work additional hours as needed to respond to workload needs. This position is eligible for overtime pay. 

(This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.)

Reviews, evaluates, develops and/or verifies plans, specifications, proposals, contracts, designs and/or other technical documents; monitors compliance with goals, standards, policies, procedures, codes, regulations and related laws. May assign work and monitor the completion of work by others.

Coordinates reviews and meetings with architects, engineers, departments/divisions, regulatory agencies, inspectors, consultants, public representatives and/or other engineering project/program- related resources; provides technical subject matter expertise and professional engineering support; reviews and reports on progress of action items and/or projects.

Troubleshoots, investigates and resolves issues related to projects or processes in assigned area; monitors compliance-related items and issues; performs research and analysis; provides recommendations and implements solutions.

Prepares and maintains reports, studies, agendas, schedules, correspondence, estimates, technical engineering documents and/or other project management-related documentation; delivers presentations; researches, prepares and presents recommended solutions and process enhancements.

Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Positions assigned to engineering and construction may be responsible for:

• Utilizing modeling software for review and analysis of water, wastewater, storm water and recycled water system.

The following are minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification:  

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management or directly related field

Experience:

• Five (5) years of professional engineering and/or construction/ project management experience in the area of assignment. 

License/Certificate:

• Professional Engineering (PE) Registration

• Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record

Other Requirements: 

• Must be able to communicate in English effectively, both orally and in writing 

GENERAL INFORMATION:

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.

Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.

Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript) or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.  Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments. There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy within the Public Works Department. 

The selected candidate must pass a thorough background investigation.

UNION MEMBERSHIP: Positions in this classification are represented by Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

NOTE:

For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

City staff may be required to play an active role in the event of an emergency, which may include changes in responsibilities and working hours.

This position requires a 12 month probationary period.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities.  If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date.  Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT: On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify.

For questions, please contact: Brenna Perteet, brenna.perteet@oxnard.org, (805) 200-5446

Salary : $101,240 - $161,984