Assistant Engineer - Civil Level I​/II

Position

Assistant Engineer – Civil (Level I / Level II)

Class:
Assistant Engineer – Civil (Level I & Level II) – Continuous filing exam.

Pay:
Level I – $7,057.44 – $7,781.25 per month;
Level II – $8,491.17 – $10,836.72 per month.

Next filing cut‑offs: 10/6/2025, 1/5/2026, 4/6/2026, 7/6/2026, 10/5/2026, 1/4/2027. All applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the posted cut‑off date.

• Perform field and office engineering assignments related to the design, surveying, testing of materials, and construction of public works projects.
• Assist in planning, designing, and maintaining civil engineering projects such as roads, bridges, traffic control systems, drainage, water and wastewater systems, airports, and building construction and remodels.
• Graduate from Level I (trainee) to Level II (journey) after demonstrating increased proficiency during the training period.
• For Level II: direct routine office or field projects of average difficulty to completion and provide technical direction to subordinate personnel.

• Principles of physics and mathematics applied to civil engineering.
• Topographic and construction surveying, stress analysis, mechanics and material properties.
• Common methods and equipment in engineering construction and inspection methods.
• Real property descriptions; hydraulics and pumps.
• Civil engineering design and drafting methods and equipment.

• Make accurate computations and keep neat, accurate field notes.
• Prepare technical reports.
• Maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and the public.

• Graduation from a civil engineering curriculum accredited by ABET, or
• Current Engineer‑in‑Training Certificate issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.

• Valid Driver’s License, Class C or higher, required upon appointment.
• Potential requirement for health and safety certification within two years of hire.
• May be required to complete 45 hours of continuing education every three years.
• Physical abilities: sit for extended periods, stand, walk, use office equipment, perform drafting, occasionally walk on uneven terrain at construction sites.
• Work may exceed 40 hours a week and may involve irregular hours during emergencies.
• Background check and fingerprinting required if accepted to an appointment; felony or misdemeanor convictions that impact job duties may be grounds for ineligibility.
• Some incumbents may need an airport security badge for secure airport locations.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 p.m. on the cut‑off date. Apply here.

Provide full and complete responses to each supplemental question in the “Supplemental Questions” tab. Responses such as “See Resume” or copy‑past of work experience are not considered qualifying responses.

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their supplemental questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. The score determines ranking on the eligible list. Written notice of results will be sent by email and can be accessed in the  inbox.

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