Associate​/Senior Civil Engineer

Overview

The City of Petaluma is seeking Associate and Senior Civil Engineers to join its expanding Public Works Department. These positions offer opportunities to lead high-impact capital improvement projects and contribute to sustainability, innovation, and public safety in a community-focused municipality. The recruitment will remain open until filled and may close at any time. Interviews are conducted on a rolling basis. The selected candidate will be hired at the Associate Engineer or Senior Civil Engineer level, depending on experience and qualifications.

• Salary Range
  :
  Associate Engineer: $ -  annually;
  Senior Civil Engineer: $ - $ annually
• Health and Well-being
  • Medical insurance with CalPERS plans;
    City pays ~95% of the Bay Area Kaiser premium for employee and eligible dependents, or option for Medical Cash Back if you have other coverage.
  • Dental & Vision insurance for employees and eligible family members.
  • Life Insurance: 1.5x annual compensation up to $200,000; option to purchase additional insurance. Long-Term Disability up to 60% of current monthly salary after eligibility.
  • Employee Assistance Program for employee and eligible family members.
  • Wellness Benefit: $500 annual allowance (subject to budget approval).
• Financial Future
  • CalPERS Retirement Package: 2% at 60 for classic CalPERS members; 2% at 62 for PEPRA CalPERS members.
  • Deferred Compensation Plan:
    Voluntary participation in three plans.
• Work / Life Balance
  • Vacation: 80 hours, increasing with years of service.
  • Sick Leave: 96 hours.
  • Administrative Leave: 80 hours per fiscal year (Senior Civil Engineer).
  • Holidays: 12 fixed and 1 floating.
• Other Benefits
  • Paid Parental Leave – up to 8 weeks for qualifying family bonding.
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Employer.

Both classifications are represented by the Petaluma Professional and Mid-Managers Association (PPMMA). See the Unit 4 and Unit 9 memoranda of understanding for additional details. For information regarding benefits, visit the Employee Benefits page on the City site.

Associate Engineer & Senior Civil Engineer

Education:

A Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field from an accredited college or university.

Associate Engineer – Experience

Two years of professional civil or traffic engineering experience equivalent to Assistant Engineer II with the City of Petaluma. Municipal or public setting experience is desirable.

Certifications/Licenses

Civil Engineer Assignment:
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in good standing is required in the US;
California PE registration is desirable and encouraged.

Traffic Engineer Assignment:
Registration as a Traffic Engineer (TE) in good standing in California is required.

Senior Civil Engineer – Experience

Five years of progressively responsible professional engineering experience, including supervisory experience.

Certifications/Licenses

Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in California with good standing is required.

General Requirements

Typical duties include project management, plan review, design, construction administration, field inspections, coordination with City departments and outside agencies, environmental compliance and permitting, adherence to codes and regulations, and staff supervision as applicable.

• Participate in preparation of plans and specifications for design, construction, and maintenance of traffic systems, streets, wastewater, storm drains, potable/recycled water, facilities, and related public works projects.
• Coordinate activities with City departments, divisions, and outside agencies; provide information to the public and stakeholders.
• Perform calculations and prepare cost estimates; respond to inquiries and complaints.
• Coordinate review, approval, and construction of projects; may serve as City representative to other agencies.
• Maintain records, maps, plans, and files; research and prepare technical reports.
• Investigate field problems; order surveys, mapping, and data collection; conduct field inspections and site investigations.
• Plan and conduct engineering studies;…