NEOGOV · 2 months ago
Public Works Civil Engineer I/II
San Luis Obispo, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$90K/yr - $115K/yr
1+ years expNEOGOV is offering an exciting career opportunity for Engineers I and II to join the APWA-accredited Public Works Department of the County of San Luis Obispo. The role involves managing water supply and flood management projects, conducting engineering reviews, and ensuring compliance with County standards while fostering community engagement.
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Responsibilities
Developing feasibility studies and alternatives analysis for projects to optimize existing infrastructure and develop new water supplies
Identifying current and projected drainage and flood issues and developing strategic, science-based solutions to mitigate risks under various future hydrologic scenarios
Leading or supporting development of cooperative agreements, governance structures, and funding mechanisms to implement identified water supply and flood management strategies
Developing and managing scopes of work, schedules, and budgets for technical consultants
Communicate findings/technical information and associated recommendations to facilitate transparent decision-making processes involving elected officials, partner agencies, regulatory and permitting entities, community groups, and members of the public impacted in a way that builds trust and best serves the community
Conduct engineering review of development plans including drainage and flood control, water supply, wastewater disposal, and post-construction stormwater
Review subdivision applications and subdivision improvement plans, road widening plans including curb, gutter, and sidewalk, land use permits, and encroachment permits for consistency with County standards, ordinances, and policies
Coordinate and participate in meetings with project applicants and consulting engineers to ensure developments are reviewed appropriately and in a timely fashion
Conduct field inspections for the projects they are managing
Interact with customers face-to-face at the front counter, on the phone, and through email to answer questions and help customers process their projects
Developing plans, producing quantity/engineers estimates and technical specifications to be included in our construction contracts
Ensuring contractor compliance with the contract documents, consultant management, and compliance
Tracking water deliveries and requests, updating water system master plans, performing hydraulic modeling and capacity studies, and identifying capital improvement and financing needs
Conducting supply and demand analyses to support emergency exchanges, enhance resiliency, and identify opportunities for water transfers to maximize the beneficial use of the wholesale water supplies
Managing water system operation and maintenance (O&M) related projects and assisting with implementation of small capital improvement projects or system planning, including coordination of consultant services, scope development, scheduling, and progress tracking
Managing project scope, schedule, and budget to ensure the successful delivery of capital improvement projects on County-owned roads
Administration of project funding, contract administration and coordination of local, state, and federal processes, procedures, documents, authorizations, approvals
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field
Possession of an Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) Certificate or Land Surveyor in Training (L.S.I.T.) Certificate AND four years of paraprofessional level civil engineering, traffic engineering, or land surveying experience
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field AND one year of professional level civil engineering, traffic engineering, or land surveying experience
Possession of an Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) Certificate or Land Surveyor in Training (L.S.I.T.) Certificate AND four years of paraprofessional level civil engineering, traffic engineering, or land surveying experience AND one year of professional level civil engineering, traffic engineering, or land surveying experience
Ability to analyze engineering problems
Ability to make viable and sound technical recommendations
Ability to prepare reports
Ability to prepare plans and specifications
Ability to coordinate and manage the work and contracts of professional, technical, or specialty consultants
Ability to work effectively and maintain positive working relationships with others, including those of diverse perspectives using interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Ability to operate computer systems such as Computer Aided Design and Geographic Information System or database systems
Ability to work with community stakeholders and clearly present technical information to the public and decision makers
Benefits
Medical (PPO, EPO, HDHP), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance
Health enhancing programs such as Hinge Health, GIThrive and Carrum Health for medical enrollees.
Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums)
Free visits to the employee health clinic
Mental Health resources/benefits including Headspace
Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more)
A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust
Optional deferred compensation plan
Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care)
Paid personal, sick and vacation days
12 paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Education and Wellness Allowance
Post Employment Health Plan
Family Friendly workplace policies
Flexible work schedule options
Rideshare commuter benefits
Pet Insurance
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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