Engineering Associate I​/II​/III - Extra- Engineering Associate I​/II​/III

Position: Engineering Associate I/II/III - Extra-Help Engineering Associate I/II/III
This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for both full time and Extra-Help vacancies. Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week. Extra-Help pay is $33.27 - $40.48.

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

* Reviews Land Development Improvement Plans and associated calculations for compliance with County requirements.

* Prepares traffic engineering field studies and reduces data for preparation of traffic engineering reports.

* Assists in the design/preparation of plans/specifications for road and bridge construction projects.

* Assists in the inspection of construction work in progress.

* May assists in the preparation of various resolutions and ordinances dealing with public works issues for adoption by the Board of Supervisors.

* Reviews survey maps and subdivision improvement plans for compliance with the Subdivision Map Act and Land Surveyors Act.

* Designs and prepares plans and specifications for various road and bridge construction projects.

* Prepares and administers contracts with private engineering consultants.

* Conducts speed surveys, distances surveys, traffic studies, and accident studies;

* Prepares construction estimates and performs inspection of construction work in progress.

* Reviews survey maps and subdivision improvement plans for compliance with the Subdivision Map Act and Land Surveyors Act.

Incumbents at the higher level in this classification are also expected to:

* Serve as lead engineer on assigned projects, reviewing the work of other engineering staff.

* Participate in the bidding process.

* Reviews Land Development Improvement Plans and associated calculations for compliance with County requirements.

* Prepares various resolutions and ordinances dealing with public works issues for adoption by the Board of Supervisors.

Level I

Experience:

One (1) year of technical experience working in the Engineering field.

OR

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related Engineering field from an accredited college or university; OR possession of a Certificate as an Engineer-In
- Training or Land Surveyor-In
- Training issued by the State Board Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Additional experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Level II

Experience:

One (1) year of experience comparable to that of an Engineering Associate I in Merced County.

AND

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related Engineering field from an accredited college or university; OR possession of a Certificate as an Engineer-In-Training or Land Surveyor-in-Training issued by the State Board Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Additional experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Level III

Experience:

Two (2) years of experience comparable to that of an Engineering Associate II in Merced County.

AND

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related Engineering field from an accredited college or university; OR possession of a Certificate as an Engineer-In-Training or Land Surveyor-in-Training issued by the State Board Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Additional experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

* Operate a personal computer and other modern office equipment.

* Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone.

* Analyze data, interpret policies, procedures and regulations, develop appropriate conclusions, and prepare reports.

* Resolve conflicts and respond appropriately to complaints.

* Complete multiple priority projects with conflicting deadlines and under stressful conditions.

* Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations.

* Conduct activities on uneven surfaces under various environmental conditions.

* Lift and move with help objects weighing over 70 pounds.

* Frequent use of depth perception, peripheral vision and color perception.

* Frequent use of a data entry device including repetitive hand and arm motion.

* Sit or stand for extended periods.

* Frequently lift, carry, reach, push, pull, twist and manipulate large and small objects.

* Occasionally kneel, bend, twist, squat, climb, balance and crawl.

* Exposure to dust, dirt, strong odors, fumes and noise.

* Regular attendance is an essential function.

Knowledge of:

* Basic principles and practices of civil engineering and surveying instruments applicable to the planning, design, and construction of public works projects.

* Engineering mathematics including use of automated equipment and software for modeling and analysis.

* Principles and practices of civil engineering and surveying instruments applicable to the planning, design, and construction of public works projects.

* Mathematics, design methods, and uses and strengths of construction materials, standard specifications,…