Engineer -II-III-IV

Position: Engineer I-II-III-IV

WHAT WE OFFER

• General Salary Increase: 3.5 % effective December 20, 2026, and December 19, 2027.
• Educational Incentive: 2.5% for an associate degree, 3.5% for a bachelor’s degree, 5% for a graduate degree (not required for the classification).
• Bilingual Incentive: Optional, based on operational need and certification. Levels: $0.69/hr (I), $1.00/hr (II), $1.32/hr (III).
• Professional License Incentive: 5% if applicable.
• Annual Leave Accrual: 20 days for the first 5 years, increases at specified service milestones up to 32 days.
• Annual Leave Redemption: New hires may redeem up to 80 hours after using 80 hours in the prior year.
• Deferred Compensation: Eligibility for 401(k) and/or 457 plans, up to 3% match.
• Health Plans: Flexible credit for medical, dental, vision. Tier one – $667 biweekly (employee only), Tier two – $772 (employee + one), Tier three – $877 (employee + family).
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Optional participation.
• Pension Plan: County and employee contributions to retirement plan, potential reciprocity with public systems.
• Holidays: 13 paid days including a floating holiday.

Public Works Agency Departments

• Water & Sanitation: 24/7 operations, responsible for water and sewer systems, treatment plants, and recycled water system.
• Watershed Protection: Integrated flood control, water quality, and environmental protection.
• Roads & Transportation: Planning, design, funding, maintenance of 542 miles of roadway, bridges, drainage, and transit coordination.
• Engineering Services: Project Services, Land Development Services, Surveyor’s Office; manages construction, contract administration, floodplain permitting, surveying.

Position Overview

Under general supervision, engineers perform progressively complex field and office duties, including supervision of other engineers and technicians. The role may involve a combination of responsibilities across the four departments.

Vacancies

• Engineering Services – 1 vacancy.
• Roads & Transportation – 2 vacancies.
• Water & Sanitation – 1 vacancy.
• Watershed Protection – 1 vacancy.

Engineer I – Responsibilities

• Assist project engineer on construction and infrastructure projects.
• Review studies and designs for flood control, roads, water, hydrology, sanitation, transportation projects.
• Prepare or review plans, specifications, and recommend feasibility.
• Act as maintenance crew coordinator during emergencies.
• Coordinate complex projects with county agencies and external partners.
• Represent county at meetings and committees.
• Conduct field site inspections and monitor compliance with plans and standards.
• Review compliance of subdivision, road, flood control, and drainage plans.
• Coordinate planning with State Highway Programs, budget preparation, and traffic control programs.
• Supervise subordinate personnel and encroachment permits.

Engineer II – Additional Requirements

In addition to Engineer I qualifications, at least one year of qualifying professional engineering experience is required.

Engineer III – Additional Requirements

At least three years of qualifying professional engineering experience, including experience in the specialty assignment area (e.g., water systems, flood protection, stormwater, transport, asset management).

Engineer IV – Additional Requirements

At least four years of progressively responsible professional engineering experience. A California professional engineer registration is required in most cases; if not, a minimum of five years of experience is required.

Education/Experience

• Engineer I: Bachelor's degree in engineering or valid California professional engineer certificate; or Engineer‑in‑Training certificate plus four years of experience; or related science degree plus up to three years of experience.
• Engineer II: Add one year of qualifying experience to Engineer I.
• Engineer III: Add three years of qualifying experience plus specialty area experience to Engineer I.
• Engineer IV: Add four years of qualifying experience plus specialty area experience to Engineer I;
  California PE registration required except when waived.

Necessary

Special Requirements (All Levels)

• Strong interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.
• Valid California driver’s license.
• Ability to work…