Assistant City Engineer

Description

This recruitment is open until filled. Early submissions are encouraged. The first review of applications will be on January 2nd, 2024.

The City of Oxnard's Public Works Department is seeking an Assistant City Engineer to lead, oversee, review and perform work activities and duties assigned to the in-house design engineering and surveying staff as well as the administrative staff in the Department of Public Works Engineering Division. The Assistant City Engineer will assume responsibility for the more difficult and complex tasks and coordinate assigned activities of the Department of Public Works Engineering Division with other City departments and outside agencies.

The City Engineer and Public Works team oversee and manage Oxnard's rolling five-year CIP, currently totaling $700 Million. Some of the major projects planned for or continuing in FY 2023-24 include:

• Automated Meter Infrastructure Replacement

• Oxnard Aquatics Center

• Mandalay Bay Seawalls

• Bridge Rehabilitation projects

• Fire Stations 2, 3, and 4

• Roof Replacement and Repair for Multiple City Buildings

• Neighborhood Street Resurfacing

• Arterial Street Resurfacing

• Various Traffic Signal Upgrade projects

• Various Park Improvement projects

The Assistant City Engineer reports to the City Engineer.

• The Engineering Division manages all Public Works engineering, design, and project management functions. The division is divided into four distinct Sections: Engineering/Design; Utility Engineering; CIP Project Management; and Transportation and Mobility.

• The Assistant City Engineer exercises technical and functional supervision over engineering and surveying, technical, administrative, and support staff

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Be responsible for administering and managing the Engineering Division's in-house design team and the administrative team

• Be responsible for the ongoing development and oversight of the 5-year CIP document

• Provide direction and technical guidance to staff design engineers and surveyors, project managers, engineering technicians and support staff

• Coordinate design services for the City's Capital Improvement Program

• Attend the Design Advisory Committee and Planning Commission as the division representative

• Participate and attend professional group meetings as well as stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the engineering and maintenance field

• Develop and maintain the City's Public Works Engineering Procedures Manual

• Establish, maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with City staff and all those contacted in the course of work

• Directly manage some of the more complex CIP projects

Payroll/Classification Title:

Engineering Division Manager

WORK SCHEDULE: The normal work week is Monday through Thursday 8:00am to 6:00pm and alternating Fridays 8:00am-5:00pm.

Essential Functions

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

As assigned, incumbents supervise staff including conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training, and implementing hiring, discipline and termination procedures.

Manages and oversees the activities and/or operations of complex infrastructure improvement plan review, infrastructure maintenance and construction, design and construction services, and/or traffic engineering design and related projects; monitors and ensures compliance with design standards, policies, practices, codes and regulations.

Serves as primary liaison and technical expert in support of assigned engineering projects; consults with and provides information to architects, engineers, developers, consultants and outside agencies; reviews project studies, specifications, drawings and other technical documents; performs job site inspections as needed.

Provides project management and scheduling of resources; manages and administers assigned budgets and contracts; monitors project progress and schedules; reviews issues; performs complex engineering calculations; researches and analyzes information; recommends alternative project solutions; implements solutions.

Attends, facilitates and presents at meetings; prepares and oversees the development and delivery of reports, proposals, contracts, plans, specifications, approval conditions and/or other technical engineering documents.

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

Minimum Qualifications

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

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or directly related field

EXPERIENCE:

• Five (5) years of professional engineering and/or construction/project management experience and two (2) years of supervisory experience

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Professional Engineering (PE) Registration

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

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to speak and understand English to effectively communicate with fellow employees, customers, and vendors

General Information

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs online 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.

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation.

UNION MEMBERSHIP: Positions in this classification are represented by the Oxnard Mid-Managers Association (OMMA).

NOTE: For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) 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.

Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

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 the disabled. 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 you. 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

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Adrian Hammer at adrian.hammer@oxnard.org

NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

Retirement Contributions:

New members (as defined by PEPRA), 2% @ 62; "Classic" members 2% @ 55. The employee will be required to pay a portion of their annual earnings toward their retirement. The City of Oxnard does not participate in social security.

Vacation/Annual Accrual Rates:

Leave accrual rates vary between 6.24 - 11.78 hours per pay period based on years of service.

Administrative Leave:

Management employees are not compensated for overtime worked. However, the department director may authorize up to 40 hours of administrative leave in one year.

Deferred Compensation:

The City contributes 1% to a deferred compensation program.

Bilingual Pay:

A regular full time employee may receive bilingual pay at the rate of $50.00-$100.00 bi-weekly depending on the Level the employee is required to provide bilingual services as determined by the City Manager or designee.

Health and Dental:

Employees can choose from a variety of medical plans provided by the City. The City's contribution to medical coverage is outlined below:

Level One

• For employees hired before January 1, 2023, the City contributes $1,543.00 per month toward medical insurance premiums and an additional $74.21 per month toward dental insurance premiums. Employees will receive cash back if the medical plan they choose is less than the City's monthly contribution of $1,543.00 per month. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive cash back in the amount $1,243.00 per month provided they provide proof of other qualifying coverage. Any unused dental premium monies are paid to the employee. If employees hired prior to January 1, 2023 make any changes to their health plan, they will be placed in level two.

Level Two

• For employees hired on or after January 1, 2023, the City will contribute $1,863.00 towards medical insurance premiums with no cash back. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive $500.00 per month cash back provided they show proof of other qualifying coverage. The City will continue to provide $74.21 per month towards dental insurance.

Holidays:

The City observes 12 holidays per year

Life Insurance:

City employees receive Basic Life Coverage ($5,000) + AD&D ($10,000) + 1 times annual salary 100% paid by the City. Employees also have the option to purchase additional insurance.

Tuition Reimbursement:

Full-time employees are eligible for 75% reimbursement for work related coursework up to a maximum of $5000 per fiscal year.